Vacation rentals with a kayak in Crystal Lake Township

Crystal Lake Gem 2 15 mins to Crystal Mountain.

An upstairs apartment with the view of Crystal Lake and year around activities. Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, Traverse City, Frankfort, Lake Michigan, Point Betsie and amazing food. The beach has 2 Paddle Boards, 1 kayak, and 1 clear kayak so you can see what is going on in the Crystal Clear lake. All free to use. We live on the Betsie Valley bike trail and have bikes available to use for free. We are 20 minutes feom Crystal Mountain for snowboarders and Skiers. We have snow shoes to borrow for winter beauty on the frozen Crystal lake. Perfect for families, couples or a group of friends. Our only rule is to ENJOY the beauty of Northern Michigan!

Maple Nest Cottage/Carriage house- Crystal Lake

This charming, newly built cottage is nestled among trees, offering beautiful views of Crystal Lake and ideal Up North setting. Guests enjoy convenient short walk to lakefront access. Exceptional location, Betsy bike trails right outside your door, Crystal Mountain golf/ski resort 10-minute drive. Beulah public beach walking distance. Close to Frankfort, Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, too many to mention Fully equipped, linens, kitchen essentials, grill, firepit, bikes, kayaks.

The Hobbit House on Spider Lake

Welcome to our Hobbit House on the lake in Northern Michigan! This private cottage is nestled within a quiet cove of scenic Spider Lake, just east of Traverse City. With two bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen and living room, the Hobbit House can sleep six people — perfect for a group getaway. The outdoor accommodations are endless with a front porch, beach patio, and dock to relax on the water. Guests have plenty of space to soak up the summer sun. Book your stay at the Hobbit House today!

Skiing/Sleeping Bear/Fish/Casino/Crystal Mountain

Explore Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore beaches on Lake Michigan during the summer or cross country ski in winter, 10 minutes. Only 25 minutes to Crystal Mountain down hill skiing, cross country skiing, and golf. Enjoy 20 feet of private frontage on Big Platte Lake, visit Traverse City, visit Frankfort, or watch your favorite shows on Hulu or Peacock. Fish using 14ft rowboat. Kayaks provide exercise/relaxing float. One member of guests must be 25 years or older to reserve this property.

Salt City Lodge

Just steps from the Little Manistee River within a small fishing community is a northern Michigan getaway with the style of a lodge retreat, and the comforts of home. Host family and friends for billiards, board games, and conversation by the fireplace. Curl up on a big cushy chair, and look out at the river with a cup of coffee. Bring your buddies to fish, hike or bike on the Big M Trail, and explore the Manistee National Forest. It’s the perfect place to do everything, or nothing at all.

Harmony House, Interlochen, Lakefront retreat

Enjoy four seasons of beauty in a private downstairs guest suite with a bedroom, living room, bathroom, and dining/breakfast nook with a Keurig, microwave and small fridge (no kitchen). Walk out the door to the lakefront where you can lounge in the sun, use the kayaks, and make a fire. Located 3 miles from Interlochen Arts Academy, it is an easy drive to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, biking, hiking and running trails and award-winning golf and disc golf courses.

Up North Frankfort retreat with lake access

Come enjoy the four seasons in this open-concept private apartment with one queen and one full size bunk bed, kitchen, dining area, full bathroom and pool table. Views galore-guests get the run of the outside, including the front covered porch, access to our lake lot where you can put your kayaks in and a great fire pit. Close to everything - Trails, beaches, Lake Michigan, Herring Lakes, wineries, Sleeping Bear National Park/Crystal mountain. ***winter-4 wheel drive vehicle required

2BR Cozy Crystal Lk Cabin private beach, kayaks

Your cozy Breeze-Way Cabin with parking, fire pit, grill and Crystal Lake steps away, no busy road to cross Walk to your own 25 ft beach with beach chairs, fire pit, and sandy bottom. Well equipped 2 BR cabin, WiFi, 49” Roku smart TV, grill, firepit, new Futon and love seat 1 mile to Beulah, close to Frankfort, Sleeping Bear, Traverse City We are experienced owners dedicated to a great visit. Our house, deck, patio are private areas New swim raft! Larger groups ask about our 2nd Cabin

Cheerful Six Mile Lake Log Cabin.

Enjoy the coziness of a bygone era while staying in this 1940s quaint, storybook log cabin. The Hawks Nest has been lovingly restored to its original glory while having all the modern-day amenities woven through its clean 380 sq. ft. space. Retreat to the spacious covered porch to relax and view the acre-and-half property leading down to 100ft of 6Mile Lake frontage. Star gaze while relaxing in the comfortable, Amish-built gilding chairs around the spacious, paver fire pit area .

Beautiful Beachfront Home/Sauna on Crystal Lake

Welcome to your unforgettable Crystal Lake getaway where you will be steps away from putting your toes in the warm sandy beach and sparkling blue waters. Get ready to create priceless memories with friends and family as you enjoy the cozy accommodations in our three-bedroom, two-bathroom lake house. Just purchased in Fall of 2024, we have made significant updates starting with all the main level flooring, beds, couches, décor, interior doors, and a completely renovated kitchen.

RIVER FRONT-Pet Friendly-Couples-Nature-Firepit

That Tiny House on the River is a destination where intimate elegance harmonizes with the natural beauty of Big Sable River’s serene shores, only steps from the house. Nestled between Ludington and Manistee, this modern, bespoke tiny home offers a personal retreat just a stone’s throw from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, less than 15 minutes away. If you're looking to step out of the day-to-day and over to Michigan's west side, That Tiny on the River will not disappoint.

Sweet Lake Retreat | Adult Only | 20 mins from TC

Adult only•Romantic Getaway•Mindfulness Retreat•Sweet Lake Retreat is a one of a kind experience in Northern Michigan. *Please note we have a house being built behind us all of 2025, so there will be some construction noise during the work day.* Located in Lake Ann, just 20 minutes from downtown Traverse City and 20 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We can’t wait for you to enjoy our hidden gem, a charming A-Frame nestled amidst the beauty of nature!