Title: New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! Cottage in Frankfort with kitchen and fireplace ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117784200/117784186/970f8280.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117784200/117784186/4b2521f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117784200/117784186/9797669b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117784200/117784186/bb23df36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117790000/117784200/117784186/29820536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! provides amenities like a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! Escape to this serene hilltop cottage with sweeping views of Crystal Lake, just six minutes from 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 NEW HOT TUB with an incredible view overlooking Crystal Lake! GUEST INTERACTION: We have a local property manager that is available to answer any questions or address any issues. NEIGHBORHOOD: Crystal Lake is one of the most scenic and popular inland lakes in Michigan. The water is truly crystal clear. The lake is very popular for boating, sailing, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming. Public boat access (down our quiet back road is just a 5-minute drive from the cottage (Lobb Rd). The new DNR boat launch is a 7-minute drive from the cottage. Public swimming access (at Bellows Beach) is only a 10-minute drive from the cottage. Just a few miles away, downtown Frankfort offers the best of small-town Lake Michigan charm. Stroll down historic Main Street to explore local shops and galleries, enjoy a meal at one of the many inviting restaurants, or catch a film at the beautifully restored Garden Theater. Frankfort’s public beach is known for its soft, sugar sand—perfect for summer beach days, swimming, and long walks along the gorgeous shoreline. Don’t miss a sunset stroll out to the iconic Frankfort Lighthouse at the end of the pier. The cottage is also only about a 1-hour drive west from downtown Traverse City. Traverse City is the business, arts, recreation, entertainment, dining, and shopping hub of all of Northern Michigan and it provides a vast variety of "bigger city" things to see and do. GUEST ACCESS: Guests have private access to the cottage, the large screened porch, the fire pit area, and the open field for lawn games is reserved for this cottage. The unfinished attic and basement are not accessible. You’ll share the hilltop clearing with four other family homes — The two-track driveway is shared with the other homes. Parking is easy with a circular drive and extra space for a boat trailer. THE SPACE: Above Crystal Lake is a beautiful 1-story 1-bedroom 1-bathroom cottage with a lovely living room and fireplace. The house also offers a kitchen, dining room, and a porch, all with great views of Crystal Lake! There is a brand new hot tub in front of the cottage, overlooking Crystal Lake. The bedroom has a window A/C for comfort in the summer and there is a sofa bed in the living room if needed. Guests love the spacious screened porch — perfect for morning coffee, reading, or watching the sunrise and moonrise over the lake. Step outside to enjoy a fire under a truly dark night sky — on clear nights, you can see the Milky Way. The highlight of our summers here has always been the Perseid meteor shower, known for its bright and frequent meteors. The shower is active from mid-July to late August. Boaters will appreciate the circle drive, plenty of parking for your boat, and close access to local boat launches. This spot is ideal for night sky photographers, writers, artists, and anyone craving a tranquil retreat. Come, slow down, soak in the view, and make your own memories at Above Crystal Lake. TRANSIT: You will need your own means of transportation to for this location. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Above Crystal Lake is one of five family homes on The Hill, a beloved retreat since the early 1900s. You’ll have privacy but share a serene clearing with four other family cottages. At times, the proximity to the other cottages can feel intimate. The cottage directly to the east is also available to rent. If you’re traveling with friends or family, the cottages make a great pair. Due to the tranquility of the Hill and the proximity of the other cottages. We do not allow parties or outdoor noise, or activities that could keep the neighbors awake. There’s an open field for lawn games with a beautiful view — we provide bocce, yard dice, and croquet. This is a historic, rustic cottage surrounded by the serenity of nature: while we do our best to keep bugs and spiders outside, they’re part of life in a place like this. All pets are strictly prohibited at this property. The home does not have central air conditioning, but there is a window A/C unit in bedroom to keep the bedroom cool if needed. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109970000/109964300/109964209/bff5e0a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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Quiet hours: 10 PM to 8 AM. Registered guests only. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 f36c2165-9ba8-4d3d-8649-d5839235db1d ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.64280%2C-86.18308&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kyrGTBp540f74hVG8srADOpXPKA=) Frankfort, MI #### What's nearby - Bellows Public Beach - 5 min drive - 5.5 km - Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km - Crystal Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.9 km - Point Betsie Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 11.2 km - Platte Lake - 19 min drive - 20.6 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Bellows Public Beach, Lake Michigan, and Frankfort Beach. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## New! Above Crystal Lake - Hot Tub and Stunning Hilltop Views for Stargazers and Nature Lovers! Window A/C Unit in Bedroom! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael d. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean environment. Secluded. Owners did a very good job with the communication. ##### michael d. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### L O. Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a lovely stay at this cozy, hilltop cottage across from Crystal Lake. The home was clean, quaint, and had everything we needed for a peaceful getaway. The view from the property is absolutely beautiful—especially at sunrise—and the overall ambiance is very serene.We traveled with two young children, and while we enjoyed our stay, I would recommend this property more for families with older kids due to the layout and hilltop location. We didn’t get a chance to use the hot tub, but the area around it is private and well-maintained.Overall, this is a charming and peaceful spot to relax and enjoy nature. ##### L O. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill B. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice place with beautiful views. ##### Bill B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joni A. Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy An absolutely amazing view awaits you here! So pretty and quiet and peaceful. House is extremely old and has character, but needs a little work. Very comfortable temperature, didn’t use the a/c. Excited to hear it had a Temperpedic mattress, but it was only full size. ##### Joni A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom B. Jul 12, 2025 #### Crystal Lake What a great place to stay! I was fortunate to be the second client renting this property and I couldn't have been happier. Very clean, private and cozy. Nice base to use for local short trips or a day-long adventure to Sleeping Bear Dunes and the surrounding towns. This is a can't go wrong rental and I hope to return soon! ##### Tom B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom B. Jul 12, 2025 #### Crystal Lake What a great place to stay! I was fortunate to be the second client renting this property and I couldn't have been happier. Very clean, private and cozy. Nice base to use for local short trips or a day-long adventure to Sleeping Bear Dunes and the surrounding towns. This is a can't go wrong rental and I hope to return soon! ##### Tom B.