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Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub!

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TV, offices
TV, offices
Outdoor spa tub
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub!

Summary:
This charming and spacious renovated lakefront vacation home is the perfect spot for a memorable getaway, just like you’d imagine for an "Up North" retreat! There’s plenty of space for everyone— including your pets! Enjoy the large front deck with a hot tub (open year round) and stunning views of the sparkling Crystal Lake.

**Please note:** The house is located across a quiet road that circles Crystal Lake, which separates it from the beach.

**Guest policy:** All guests must be 25 or older, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
See pet fee details below.

The Space:
This uniquely located hillside home offers stunning lake views from the main floor, thanks to an array of large windows. The open-concept main level includes a spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen. As you ascend the grand staircase, you'll find private bedrooms on each landing, providing a sense of separation and privacy.

**Main Floor (1st Level):**
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Main Kitchen

**Second Floor (2nd Level):**
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed
- Laundry Room
- Full bathroom with tub

**Third Floor (3rd Level):**
- Bedroom 3: Master suite with King bed
- Full bathroom

**Fourth Floor (4th Level):**
- Bedroom 4: Balcony room with King bed + Twin trundle daybed
- Bedroom 5: Bunk room with 3 sets of bunk beds (6 twin mattresses)
- Full bathroom
- Kitchenette

**Outdoor Features:**
- Firepit (Bring your own wood)
- Private, sandy beachfront just across the street
- Hot tub on the front deck overlooking the water (available year-round)
- Dock and mooring ball available during the summer months (Memorial Day to Labor Day)

With 4,298 square feet of living space, this spacious lakefront home offers ample room for relaxation and recreation.

Guest Access:
Parking: There is space for 4 standard sized vehicles in the front driveway. No garage parking at this time.

Welcome to northern Michigan, where our wintertime weather can swing from glorious to ferocious in a flash. Each of our properties has snow removal service scheduled to plow with each snowfall amounting to at least 3 inches of snow. If the vehicle you bring is not 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, please be aware of the potential risks accessing the property when snow is present.

The Neighborhood:
Crystal Lake is considered to be one of the most beautiful lakes in northern Michigan.

Other Things to Note:
*Please Note: All guests staying at this property must be 25 or older unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. This will be verified after booking confirmation.*

A damage waiver fee is required by Golden Swan for each stay. For this property, the fee is $149 and provides our guests with accidental damage coverage up to $2500. If the amount of damage exceeds this, or if the damage is found to have occurred with malicious intent, Golden Swan retains the right to seek damages beyond that amount.

High chair and pack n play available upon request for an additional fee.

There is a non-refundable credit card processing fee applied to all reservations.

If the reservation is 14 days or longer there will be a required mid-stay clean. This is also available upon request for a shorter length of stay.

Dogs are allowed with an additional fee, with a maximum of 2 dogs. Please be advised that it is absolutely imperative for all renters to keep their dogs on a leash at all times. While we truly appreciate and value pets, ensuring that our furry friends are leashed or properly secured is of utmost importance to us. Please take your pup with you or kennel them when you leave the home. We cannot have lonely barking dogs left at our property. Please be considerate and clean up after your pet.

DOCK: You can expect the dock to be available for use Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Please only use the dock for 15-minute loading and unloading of passengers. A mooring ball just beyond it is available for mooring between boat rides. Winds and waves pick up super-quick and can cause damage to boats and docks. There are no protective dock bumpers to prevent potential boat-docking issues.

Property manager

Katy Bertodatto

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf privileges

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 4300 sq ft (399 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Beulah, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Old Indian Trail - 3 min drive
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • Platte Lake - 10 min drive
  • Betsie Lake - 15 min drive
  • Frankfort Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Beulah vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Old Indian Trail is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Crystal Lake Hillside with Private Sandy Beach and Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely spot for families!
This could not have been a better spot for our family gathering. The house had plenty of room, the kitchen was adequately furnished, lots of table and chair spaces for all to sit, and a large, wrap around couch for many bottoms. The beach was perfect for our family... good sand, beach toys available, another table/chairs, and the water shallow for little people. We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely winter getaway
We had a great time staying at this rental with plenty of room for all of our kids and our friends kids. It wasn’t too far I drive from Crystal Mountain and walking around Crystal Lake was beautiful. The hot tub was a great way to relax after a day of skiing. Thanks for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D., Watervliet, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views with lots of room!
We had our family fall getaway here, and the views of the lake are incredible! Several rooms have lake views, and there are 2 large seating areas on the front deck with lake views. The lake was a little cold in September, but a few brave people got in the water (there is a hot tub to warm up in). There’s a table/umbrella by the lake, as well as a fire pit and seating area with roasting sticks. We did not use the kayaks, and there were some lake toys in the garage, too. We had lots of room to hang out and enjoy family time. The pictures can’t really give you a sense of how large this home really is! We had a wonderful time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway from it all
Everything we needed and wanted was right at our doorstep to enjoy family time and some adventure. Perfect set up for our large and diverse family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G., Interlochen Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
5 childhood friends had a amazing mini vacation at this awesome home . Beautiful , clean and totally relaxing 3 days . We are in our 60's but loved the Pac-Man and foosball ! Hot tub and beach !! Such a great vacation spot. . We will spread the word .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good times
Though rainy and cool it was a great visit with family. House was very accommodating to a.large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Really enjoyed our time at this property. Beautiful spot right on Crystal lake. Property is better than pictures and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C., Ann Arbor, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Michigan vacation home
Great home for large extended family. Beach and lake are perfect. The Rec room was an added bonus. Beachside fire pit is a great finish to a busy and fun day. Plenty of outdoor things to do in and around the Frankfort area. We had 16 people, ages 4-64.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

george P., Weatogue

Liked: Cleanliness
Crystal Lake Trip
We had a large group and very much enjoyed the property. Management was very responsive and got the hot tub working effectively. The beach area is magnificent and it’s lots of wood for bond fires. We appreciated the use of the boat lift. Great vacation spot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for multi-family get-away
We absolutely loved this property! The house was clean, check in was easy, and the communication was excellent. The beach was great for the kids, and the lake was pristine. With lots to do in the surrounding area, this location really can’t be bear. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel house
Our family stayed at this house for a week. We vacation up north every year and are always looking for a place that can accommodate us along with our five children and their kids. This house was one of the best in terms of just having enough large bedrooms. Because of the unique layout of this house, which is built on a hill, all the rooms were very separate from one anothe and allowed people to sleep early and late as they liked. The family with the oldest children particularly appreciated the space over the garage. The lake itself is gorgeous; sandy, bottom, clear and shallow, which was very comfortable with small children and allowed for kayaking and just floating around having a dock for our small sailboat was also a big plus. They loved the private sandy beach area, some thing that is very hard to find in a vacation rental. The owners were extremely responsive to any needs or difficulties with the house. That being said, this house did have more issues with it than any other house we’ve stayed at. Although it is freshly renovated and very clean, it does seem like the fixtures are on the older/cheaper side, and we did have issues throughout the stay. I also felt that the listing downplayed the length of the staircase, which was daunting for those who lived in the upper rooms, especially with small children. And the road in front of the house did get busy at times and cars go very fast on it, so that was a concern with small children. Overall, 4 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mariam a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Very nice, clean place! Great service! Would recommend for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We could not have had a better week! The property and the weather were perfect! The beach area is beautiful and all areas are designed to accommodate a large group. Plenty of seating for meals and relaxing. Our party ranged in age from 5 to 70 and all were comfortable. We ventured to Beulah, Frankfort, Suttons Bay, Leland, Traverse City and the sand dunes, along with tubing on the Platte River. A great vacation at a beautiful venue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S., Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spacious lake house
The lake house was just what my large family needed- lots of rooms and space to spread out, a large well-stocked kitchen, and very nice patio to all be able to sit and eat outside together. Plenty of seating around the fireplace on the beach, too! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabtabulousness
Amazing spot on a beautiful lake. Unique and fun layout. Close to grocery store and other attractions. Gorgeous personal beach. Amazing area to grill and eat and watch sunsets. Just A+’s all around!!! 5 stars no brainer. Said in the Terminator voice ‘I’ll be back’.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation spot!!
So much fun to have the beach close by!! There are lot’s of stairs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
New Family Vacation Spot
What an amazing house and location. We booked this house 4 days prior to arrival, after we decided we didn’t want to go down to FL for a annual beach vacation. A friend of ours spends a month on Crystal Lake every summer, and now we know why! There were only 7 of us, so we had more space than necessary, but it was great since we have 4 teenagers who like their own space. The house came fully stocked with anything you need to cook/grill. The lovely, private beach was so nice to spend time on the lake during the day and even better at night for s’mores. There were 4 kayaks, which the kids loved, and ping pong and fooseball, too. Everything was clean and very well organized. Sleeping Bear Dunes is very close as well as Traverse City, and several, charming towns such as Frankfort and Glen Arbor. Plenty of amazing, local restaurants nearby. We really cannot say enough about our visit and plan to make it an annual trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home, great location!
Great house for our large five family group. Everyone had a wonderful time. Spectacular location on the lake and close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022