Inviting home w/ free cable and full kitchen - right on the lake - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Parking available

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Beulah, MI

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
5 min drive
Old Indian Trail
6 min drive
Platte Lake
9 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
44 min drive

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OVERALL: A nice view of the front of the house from June, 2020

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 cottage

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

for 1 home

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

About this property

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

Inviting home w/ free cable and full kitchen - right on the lake

Grandma's Sandbox

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This home was made for a couple (or solo traveler!) looking for some lake fun away from it all. The tile details and wood paneling evoke a simpler time and a vintage lakeside vibe. Guests can also enjoy the use of a 14” aluminum rowboat with included life jackets of various sizes. No one does the lake closer than this spunky home.

What's nearby:
The couldn't-be-closer setting on Crystal Lake is just the beginning. Point Betsie Lighthouse (just under six miles away) is the perfect gateway to Lake Michigan. This home is also within nine miles of Long Lake, Rush Lake, Platte Lake, and Little Platte Lake. Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre provides fun viewing during the summer season just over eight miles away. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore offers hiking and lovely views just over 22 miles away.

Things to know:
Free cable
Full kitchen

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Dock details:

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Old Indian Trail. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a patio.

The holiday home offers a kitchen, a patio and a sofa bed
Just a 5-minute drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 6 minutes from Old Indian Trail

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Patio

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Boat
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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

Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that 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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

37508

Inviting home w/ free cable and full kitchen - right on the lake Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Cris D.

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way

1950s-60s style cottage — a cottage, not a house. Perfect feeing. Excellent location right on the lake. Clean and comfortable — except for the sofa. Could use a more comfortable sofa, but sometimes sofa beds can be like that.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

10 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal Lake

It was almost as described. There is a strang layout, but it’s workable. We spent most of our time on the sand or in the lake. It was beautiful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

8 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful location next to lake.

Patio door screen didn't close properly and lower part of refrigerator didn't stay cold enough. Everything else was good!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Terri J., Akron OH

13 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Four Stars

Enjoyed our stay at Grandma's Sandbox. The location was perfect as it is between Frankfort and the National Park. No A/C would have been just fine but for the lack of window screens to keep bugs outside. The house has more storage space and kitchen equipment than one would think for a tiny house. I have often booked homes through VRBO and this one was lacking in kitchen resources such as spices, foil, etc. So bring your own! The lake truly is crystal clear!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

William D.

15 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

We absolutely loved in it was relaxing enjoyable couldn't ask for a better vacation love it

It was absolutely Wonderful good loved every bit of it can't wait till we get back again

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

19 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal Lake or bust

This vintage cottage definitely makes you feel like you’re at Grandma’s, but it’s the perfect size for a couple! The lake is gorgeous and you have your own private little beach area. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot for a mini vacation in Northern Mi!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Amber G.

6 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location.

Too bad the management company of this place is worthless. It’s really too bad. Had to wait 2 hours to get in because no one could figure out the access code. We got in late and that was incredibly inconvenient. Besides that the property and accommodations were perfect! What a lovely place. I definitely would come back. It’s just lovely. Right on top of the water in a quaint little vintage cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020