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On Shore Of Spectacular Lake
Beulah, MI

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review! It is always nice to have guests who enjoy the cottage and Crystal as much as us. We look forward to your return next year. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Brooks B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Hi, Brooks and Family, Thank you for your generous review. We stopped by a couple of times hoping to meet you all, then found you had left on Friday. We try to accommodate any needs, but alas, we have yet to find a way to control the weather…. We are pleased that you had a good time and hope you will visit us again—the lake is always beautiful. Best regards, Dan and Janice

10/10 Excellent

Frank K., Wheaton Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Hi Frank, Thank you for staying with us again and the nice review. Since reviews are very important to us, we are interested in the reason for your four-star rating instead of the five-stars the previous two years. This is the first non-five star rating we have received in three years. Please let us know so that we can address whatever caused your rating to change. Thank you, Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Hi Sharon, Thanks for staying at our cottage and the very nice review. We look forward to seeing you again next year. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Hi Linda, Thanks for the great review. We look forward to your returning next year. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Well Stocked and Clean
The cottage is just as pictured. Small, but lake front or rather on the lake. Its like sleeping on the dock. Wonderful location and the town and lake are fantastic. The communication with the owner was superb. The cottage is incredibly well stocked with towels and kitchen supplies. Very clean. Great rental for a couple or small family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2023
Hi Larry & Dana, It was nice meeting you both. Thanks for the very great review and leaving the cottage so clean. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay very nice location
The cottage is in a great location on Crystal Lake. Very close to other towns and locations: biking and hiking trails, Lake Michigan beaches and more. The beach at the cottage is nice, too, the Lake is good for swimming, and the owners are very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2023
Hi Roger, Thanks for the good review. We're glad you had a good time and hope you return again. Dan & Janice..

10/10 Excellent

Lori K., Fenton, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect location
My family love our stay here. The house was in the perfect location, easily walkable to public beach, & restaurants. The house was well stocked with everything week needed. Very clean and the host was extremely helpful! The house was perfect for my 2 & 6 yr old, very family friendly especially with the sand beach to play at. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Hi Lori, Thank you for the wonderful review. Again, we hope all is well with your husband (we hope to learn his name).. We are always pleased to have nice guests like you. Thank you for washing the towels, you certainly didn’t need to do that but we appreciate it nonetheless. We do hope to see you in person next time. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A special cotrage
This cottage is a wonderful place to stay; right on Crystal Lake. The hosts (Dan & Jan) are a great couple who are very accommodating. They stoped by to make sure we had everything we needed. The cottage was stocked with everything you could need (even bikes). We will definitely stay here next year
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
Thanks for the very nice review. We look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place to Stay
Our stay at quaint cottage was fantastic. The hosts are wonderful and the place is beyond comfortable and clean. Everything you could need is supplied for you so you don't have to schlep everything up with you. There is a full kitchen and there is an ice maker in the refrigerator which was great for our day trips. It was a wonderful place and we can't wait to go back. The only drawback was the shower stall which it tiny, you certainly don't want to drop anything because you won't be able to pick it up.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2022
Thank you for the very nice review. We are glad that your week in Beulah was enjoyable. We hope that Doug and you have a good year. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but well-equipped
My family rented this cottage for our vacation, we have two boys ages two and four. The location was amazing - we could walk to a playground at the public beach in minutes or wander down to the coffee shop. The inside is definitely compact but the space is used very well. The hosts supply basically everything you need - this is helpful, but also means that a lot of the shelves/closets are filled up, so when you’re traveling with two small children and have lots of stuff there aren’t really places to put it all. That being said, we knew what we signed up for with 600 sq. ft. :) Having linens and towels plus lots of beach towels and blankets available saves lots of space in packing the car. If you’re using a pack and play, be aware that it can’t fit in the room with the full size bed and will need to be in the room with the twin beds. The owners were very responsive and check-in was a breeze using the lock box. Highly recommmend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Hi Ann & Dave, Thank you for leaving the cottage in such clean condition. We know how hard it can be when you have two small kids. Also, we appreciate the very nice review about your stay here. Your comments about lack of storage are very helpful. We know that the small size of the cottage creates problems. A possible solution for future guests might be to provide plastic storage boxes in the shed. Items, such as toys, could be retrieved easily when needed and stored away when not in use. The shed can be locked for safekeeping. Please let us know if you have any other suggestions that would help future guests with children? Thanks again, Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous
What a wonderful, small but very clean and up to date home! Pictures doesn't do it justice. Located at the south end of Crystal Lake this home had everything we needed. The doorwalls off the back of the home make for perfect sleeping at night and wonderful views/sounds during the day. Walk to town, bike to Frankfort, kayak/boat/jet ski on Crystal. We will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thanks you for the great review. We hope that you will return again. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Ethan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
My family and I stayed at this house recently and it was perfect for what we needed. The house was very clean, plenty of supplies available, and easy access to surrounding areas! Plenty to do in the area. I would def recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thanks for your kind words. And thank you for leaving the cottage in such good condition. It is always a pleasure to have guests like you. We hope hop that you can return again! Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage is very well taken care of. Everything you would need for lake living.
Will be renting again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
Hi, Frank and Theresa, Thanks for your kind words. And thank you for leaving the cottage in such good condition. It is always a pleasure to have guests like you. So glad the weather cooperated with your stay. We look forward to seeing you again! Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage, beautiful location!
This was our 2nd time staying at this cottage for our family vacation. We love Beulah, Crystal Lake and this cottage. The cottage has everything you need with kind hosts & the best location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2022
Hi Jon & Kristi, Thank you for the very nice review. We are happy that your family could return again. We hope that you have a good year and can visit here again. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Ever
WOW. Great place to stay. Walked in and the views of Crystal Lake were spectacular. The deck was comfortable and only 15’ from the lake. The cottage itself was beyond clean and the owners thought of anything that we might need. The furniture looked new and was so comfortable (loved the lazy boys). Beds very comfortable. We have found “the place.” Kathleen and Janice
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thanks for your kind words. And thank you for leaving the cottage in such good condition. It is always a pleasure to have guests like you. So glad the weather cooperated with your stay. We look forward to seeing Jan & you again next year! Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

JEFF E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake front get away
This home was better than advertised. Clean, well stocked will everything you need for vacation We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Dan and Janice are gracious and generous hosts. They have thought of everything! The cottage has been completely redone and the finishes are beautiful. When you first walk in the cottage, it looks like the lake is right in the living room! We had my mother stay with us for the week and had plenty of room. Easy walk to town and all its amenities. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
Hi Dennis, Thank you for the great review and leaving the cottage in such good condition. It was nice you were able to spend time family time with the Badgers. We hope to see you again. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Reed B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't get closer to the water
Beautiful cottage, perfect for us. Everything you could need was right there. Extremely clean and well-kept. During a temporary power outage in the area the owner kept us informed on when it would be restored. Easy walk to Beulah for the best burgers ever. Close to beautiful Frankfort, the Platte River and Point Betsie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Hi Reed & Annette, Thank you for the great review. It is especially nice coming from seasoned Crystal Lake visitors. We hope you will return sometime. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crystal Lake Cottage
Dan and his wife Janice were excellent hosts. They thought of everything in making their cottage comfortable and accommodating! We would definitely recommend it to others and look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Hi! Thank you for the great review. We hope you will return sometime. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Relaxing
Our family very much enjoyed spending the week at this property. It was very relaxing and a perfect fit for our family of four. The lake was beautiful and location was terrific! The owners were very friendly and accommodating and the property was very well organized. We would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Hi, Thank you for the great review and for leaving the cottage in such good condition. We are glad that you were able to make it here and sorry you had to leave early. We hope you will return sometime. Dan & Janice

10/10 Excellent

Frank K., Wheaton Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Our bright corner on Crystal Lake
The cottage was so cute, bright, and clean. Great view with a covered porch we could still sit on in the rain. We launched our kayaks from the beach, and we loved our convenient access to the Betsie Trail and pickleball courts. We loved our corner of Crystal Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Hi, Thank you for the great review and for leaving the cottage in such good condition We are glad you found plenty to do including kayaking and playing pickleball with Vicki. We hope you will return sometime. Dan & Janice

8/10 Good

Brett B., Glencoe, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint get away
Owners were very accommodating. Nice little place right on the water with spectacular views and easy access to downtown Beulah.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2020
Hi, Brett, Thank you for your kind comments. Given your rating of “4”, we are wondering what we might correct or improve upon for the future? Thanks again for staying with us! Dan S

8/10 Good

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fit Water Front Vacation Home
Finding this listing on VRBO was such a wonderful thing for my family. Everyone’s year has been trying and we look forward to being up north every year. This year was one of our best rentals to date (with decades of renting under our belt). All amenities were updated, from WiFi to some bonus AC, to kitchen cupboards. There wasn’t a single Item I could think of that wasn’t thoughtfully placed there for our use. Watching the minnows and our swimming right out front of the cottage, using paddle boat, life jackets or disposable cutlery and spices! The furniture was all very comfortable for my mom, my husband, myself and 9 year old step daughter. And the location was fabulous with Cherry Hut less than a mile away, could walk to the public beach and we loved the Betsie trail. We’d definitely book it again! Thank you for the cleanliness and attentions to detail.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2020
You are such a generous and inspired person to give us this review. I am so happy you enjoyed your stay. John

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous sunsets
Sweet cottage on the waters edge. Water is like glass in the morning. Sunsets are amazing. Bike trails are outside the back door. Cottage was super clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2020
Carol is a peach!

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
This cottage sits on beautiful Crystal Lake. It’s in a unique location because most of the cottages/ homes’ lake access are across the street - not this cottage, you step from the living room onto a great covered deck with lots of seating, a beautiful view and you are just feet from the cottage’s lake access & dock. The cottage was very clean, had everything we needed and the owners were so helpful & available by phone / text if we had a question. The bathroom is very tight - functional, has everything you need, but just a very small shower stall. There is a stackable washer/ dryer which is great. Our kids (16 & 20) enjoyed the bikes & paddle boat that were provided. We were just a few minutes walk from downtown Beulah where you can enjoy freshly made bagels, pastries & sandwiches at L’Chayim deli and breakfast, coffee & ice cream at Ursa Major Bistro. The Betsie trail is located right behind the cottage, this is a fun walking / biking trail. We love this area & were absolutely Blessed to find this great cottage and beautiful space on Crystal Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2020
Kristie, You are a peach!!!! John

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Beautiful Lake
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Cottage at Crystal Lake. The owners were truly kind to deal with. We enjoyed fishing, and swimming. The cottage was clean and in a nice location. The sunsets were beautiful from the porch each evening. The only thing I would say is the bathroom shower area is very small. But I would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for your kind comments!

10/10 Excellent

Tolga K., Alma,usa

Beautiful lake
Excellent location on crystal lake. Great fishing and swimming spot. The lake is crystal clear and you are right on the lake. The owners are nice and kind people. We will revisit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016