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Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING!

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OVERALL:  The front of the house, which faces the lake.
OVERALL:  The huge dock that extends way out into Crystal Lake.
OVERALL:  The chairs and table that are at the end of the dock.
OVERALL:  The very fun and family-friendly bonfire ring that is right on the private beach!
OVERALL:  The large living room that includes a great view of the lake from the many windows.  (Note that the fireplace is not for guest usage.)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Bellows Public Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Frankfort Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING!

Trader Scott's is a beautifully decorated home on the spectacular south shore of Crystal Lake! Outside, it features a huge dock, mooring buoy for boats, a family-friendly bonfire ring right on the private beach, a huge deck with a gorgeous lakeview, and lots of outdoor furniture for dining and relaxing. Inside, the home is gorgeous with lots of color, windows, and great natural lighting along with a huge kitchen, washer & dryer, and all amenities!


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The house is along the luxurious south shore of Crystal Lake, which boasts many luxurious homes of over $1M in value. The neighborhood is primarily made up of vacation homes of professional families.

Outside of the immediate neighborhood, the home is just a few miles from downtown Frankfort, which has a charming collection of shops, restaurants, cafes, and a microbrewery (Stormcloud). Frankfort also has a fantastic public beach on Lake Michigan and a popular historic lighthouse. The Bright and Breezy is also less than a 30-minute drive from both the start of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (to the north) as well as Crystal Mountain Ski Resort (to the southeast).

The house is also only about a 1-hour drive east to 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 access to the entire house, except for the furnace room which is locked off for storage.


THE SPACE:

It is important to understand the layout of the house. The house is a bit of a "treehouse" in that the main shared living space in terms of the living room, dining room, and the kitchen ARE ALL LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR. Thus, the home may not work well for everybody.

Another important aspect of the layout is that the two downstairs bedrooms and the downstairs bathroom are somewhat separated from the rest of the house. This works great for providing teenagers, a second couple, or extra relatives with their own private space.


TRANSIT:

It is recommended that guests have their own vehicle.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

South Shore Drive runs between the house and the lake. This might be an issue for families with small children. (Note that the speed limit on South Shore Drive is only 25 MPH though and there is little traffic on the road since the road basically only services houses that are directly on the lake.)

Property manager

Agape Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Bellows Public Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Betsie Lake - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Elberta Beach - 13 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trader Scott's - GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME WITH PRIVATE DOCK AND BONFIRE RING! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Bellows Public Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Betsie Lake. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Point Betsie Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crystal Lake Paradise!

Thank you for allowing our family to enjoy this slice of heaven! We have been wanting to stay on Crystal Lake for several years and the wait was well worth it. Everything was perfect! The house is well maintained and situated in a great location on the lake. There are many activities to do in the area and Frankfort is a very nice little town. Hope to be back again next year! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location to enjoy Crystal Lake

Just an ideal location on Crystal Lake, with plenty of frontage and water to play in. Amazing views from the deck and inside the house. The cottage had everything we needed for a great stay, including chairs, tubes, towels, games, and even a desk to get some work done. Depending on the size of your group, the two bedrooms and bathroom downstairs may not be ideal (needs some upgrading too).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Agape Vacation Rentals

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We are a team of experienced vacation rental management professionals who manage a rapidly growing portfolio of vacation rental properties throughout all of Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula. We are based out of Beulah, Michigan, in the northwestern corner of the Lower Peninsula on the beautiful shores of Crystal Lake!

We pursue our work from a Christian basis and perspective. Our motto is "Live. Love. Bless." and we truly try to provide an exceptional experience for guests. We also work to provide excellent income for vacation property owners while caring for their homes and property.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests