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On Shore Of Spectacular Lake

On Shore Of Spectacular Lake

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Cottage front with short dock
Front with deck
Cottage front deck with picnic table
Front deck  with picnic table
Cottage rear with shed.

Overview of On Shore Of Spectacular Lake

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Beulah, MI
  • Popular LocationBetsie Valley Trail1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCrystal Lake Golf Club4 min drive
  • Popular LocationChampion Hill Golf Course10 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

On Shore Of Spectacular Lake

The cottage has 70' of private frontage on one of Michigan's best lakes in the northwest section of the lower peninsula. Eight miles long. Excellent for fishing, skiing, kayaking, canoeing, and sailing. Great sunsets.

The cottage has been completely renovated over the last few years. It is about 15' off the water.

The Betsie Valley Trail crosses the back of the lot. It is 22 miles long. One direction heads to Frankfort, which is on Lake Michigan, and the other to Thompsonville. The trail is walking and bike friendly. There are two bikes at the cottage available at no charge. Google "Betsie Valley Trail" and click on "trail tour" for many pictures, including several of Crystal Lake.

Other nearby activities include golfing [several courses], tennis/pickle ball [courts are about 500 feet from the cottage], and canoeing down the Platte River. The cottage is about a 10 minute drive to Lake Michigan. Traverse city is 30 miles away. The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is around 30 miles away.

Property manager

Dan Schoonmaker

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this cottage is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Crystal Mountain. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Valley Trail - 1 min walk
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Pinecroft Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Champion Hill Golf Course - 10 min drive
  • Platte Lake - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
  • Five Shores Brewing - 9 min walk
  • Platte River Inn - 8 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Shore Of Spectacular Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Property and Wonderful Hosts
We have been visiting Crystal Lake for about 50 years and this is a fantastic property. We have stayed in many rentals around the world, and this is probably the best equipped property we have ever stayed in. Nothing is missing, and the property is top notch in every way, beautifully renovated a few years ago. Everything works, great water pressure, laundry equipment, air conditioning run for 30 minutes to take the humidity out of the house after a rain. For the first time ever at a rental, we did not have to purchase any supplies (aside from food, of course a tenant has to buy their own food!). My favorite features were the solid internet, the wraparound porch with plenty of shaded seating, and the proximity to the Lake. The house is so close to the Lake, even inside due to rain, the Lake can still be enjoyed. Having the patio doors open at night was wonderful with the lapping shoreline providing white noise. For most our 50 years we were on the north side of the Lake on Crystal Drive, and one of the first things we noticed was there is zero car noise here (the traffic noise is ever present on the north side). This house is also walkable to the village of Beulah (shops restaurants and more). Our hosts (a local couple) are lovely people. I cannot say enough nice things about this property and we have reserved for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooks B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacay
Property was exactly as depicted. It was in a great location in Beulah, directly on Crystal lake. Property was super clean, had everything we could possibly need and had a great porch on the lake to have a morning cup of coffee/tea and sit with a cider in the evenings. We have 2 boys - 11 and 12 y/o and the location of the house was central to lots of fun things in the area as well as perfectly situated on the lake. What more could you want? Would definitely rent here again. Thanks for a great vacay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank K., Wheaton Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on Crystal Lake
Close to downtown Beulah, Beulah Beach (best sunsets), the Betsie River Trail, and pickleball courts. Adorable well-kept cottage with a great view of the lake. We enjoy sleeping to the sound of waves close to the bedroom window!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real Gem!
This little cottage on beautiful Crystal Lake is a real gem. It is well stocked with everything you need, all neatly stored. We spent hours on the deck gazing at the water. Having the Betsy Trail right there was great incentive to get active every day. Hosts were helpful, responsive and friendly. Five stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beulah Beach
Love giving this review because I already have my reservation for next year! Clean, organized, unbelievably well stocked. Great owners, Grear neighbors, and absolutely great town. The cottage is small, but unbelievably well organized. High quality EVERYTHING. Counting the days till next July. Thanks so much for the great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dan Schoonmaker

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This family cottage, which built by my family in 1960. We completely renovated the cottage interior and exterior over the last few years..

Why they chose this property

The cottage is on the water of one of the most beautiful lakes in the northwest part of the lower peninsula.

What makes this property unique

The sunsets at the west end of the lake so there are great sunsets.
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