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Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Panoramic Views

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Beach
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom88 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Bellows Public Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Panoramic Views

Escape to this serene hilltop cottage with sweeping views of Crystal Lake, five minutes to downtown Frankfort. Rustic yet comfortable, it keeps its original charm while offering a few modern touches so you can truly unwind in nature.

Inside, enjoy an open living area with the original fieldstone fireplace and large windows framing the view. Cozy bedroom has a new queen Tempur-Pedic mattress and A/C. Outside, you will find a hot tub with an incredible view overlooking Crystal Lake.

Guests love the spacious screened porch — perfect for morning coffee, reading, or watching the sunrise and moonrise over the lake. It’s an inviting outdoor living space, rain or shine. Step outside to enjoy a fire under a star-filled night sky.

Boaters will appreciate the circular drive with ample trailer parking and quick access to several nearby boat launches.

This cottage is an easy base for exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Our host and caretaker (my father) led interpretive programs there for more than four decades, helping design many of the programs and places you can experience today. He’s happy to share insider tips so you can make the most of your visit.

Fall here is stunning, but the cottage is seasonal with limited insulation and baseboard heat in the living room and bedroom. To enjoy Northern Michigan’s cool autumn days, bring warm layers and cozy slippers.

Whether your days are filled with dune hikes, fishing trips, fall color tours, or simply sitting quietly with a book, this cottage offers a peaceful base that feels both private and connected to everything that makes Northern Michigan special.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Betsie Lake. Features include a hot tub. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace, and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 11 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 7 minutes from Frankfort Beach
This cottage offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Frankfort cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking in the house or on the scree

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please make sure you have all of your personal items.
You do not need to strip the beds, take the trash out to the dumpster or gather your towels. This is your vacation. We just ask that your trash is in a can, not strewn around the house.
There is a bin for recycling on the back porch off the kitchen.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We require a signed rental agreement within 48 hours of booking.
$300 security deposit is required. Hold will be placed on your card 2 days before arrival, released 7 days after departure.
There is a $250 additional charge if the hot tub has to be specially serviced after your stay.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking in the house or on the scree

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Panoramic Views Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely, cozy cottage for a week in paradise! We loved the location, the view, the furnishings and of course, the hot tub. We hiked local trails, watched sunrises and sunsets, enjoyed campfires, listened to birds, played games and celebrated our daughter's birthday. We cooked all but one of our meals and found everything we needed for easy and efficient meal prep. Made the best berry crumble in lieu of a birthday cake and found the perfect baking dish to bake it in. There was even a pot big enough to cook a dozen ears of corn! (and a colander to rinse things). The host is very responsive to questions and helpfully provided suggestions for local attractions and restaurants. The bathroom was SPOTLESS and the bedroom mattress very comfortable. There was even a s'more making kit waiting for us on the dining table. We normally camp when we visit the area, but it was nice to have less stress not pulling the teardrop, and having a great cottage in which to relax and rewind. We made forever memories and were grateful this gem was available. p.s. Our only eating out experience was The Farm in Traverse City, a farm to food restaurant that exceeded our expectations! It's worth the 35ish minute drive. My husband saw it profiled on a PBS show and thought we should give it a try. OMG, get the Farm Board, their charcuterie board, to start! You won't be disappointed. 10 stars to Above Crystal Lake (and the same to The Farm)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025