Waterfront vacation rentals in Benzie County

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!

View · Beach · Quiet

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.

View · Beach · Wifi

"THE NEST" Condo on Lake Michigan Lighthouse View

Welcome to THE NEST" Condo with DIRECT gorgeous views of Frankfort's iconic Lighthouse with SUNSETS on the sandy BEACHES of Lake Michigan at Harbor Lights Resort. Definitely a world class view for you! A quick 2 block stroll to the QUAINT downtown Frankfort. Enjoy a quiet night's sleep in a very large bedroom with two comfy, queen sized beds. Up north style Livingroom with featured gas FIREPLACE. Large DECK with open view of Beautiful Lake Michigan Heated Pool and relaxing hot tub available

View · Beach · Hiking

Lakeside Studio with view/access

Unmatched lake view, even from bed! Private entry Lower Herring Lake studio with lake access, September to June. Tranquil getaway that features your own queen bed (with a heated mattress pad for extra comfort), bathroom with a handheld shower & heat lamp, kitchenette, closet, desk, couch, & ample yard. If wanted, can be joined with the Vern 2 bedroom/1 bath/full kitchen airbnb.com/h/vernlakeside 15 minutes to Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course, 25 minutes to Crystal Mountain, 10 minutes to Frankfort.

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Betsie River Log Cabin Thompsonville, MI

Relax & play at the cozy Betsie River Log Cabin. We work hard to make your stay the best. The cabin is on the Betsie River in Thompsonville, MI, 5 miles from Crystal Mountain Ski & Golf & Spa Resort. Within 30 min of Frankfort/Lk Michigan, Traverse City , Beulah/Crystal Lake, & approx 20 min from Interlochen Music Camp. Lakes & the Betsie River surround the area, making fishing and boating easily accessible. The BRLC is a nonsmoking property with a full house generator/new baby gear on site.

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Grassmid’s Lakehouse

Lake front property! Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish lake house. All brand new interior. It has 3 bedrooms with a king room, a larger queen bed, and a bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds. Also 2 1/2 bathrooms and a washer and dryer. A surround patio with a fire pit overlooking the lake. A wonderful stay for a family or two! Bring your boats! The property is equipped with a large TV in the main room. It has Charter cable, YouTube, Netflix, Apple TV, and WiFi for your group.

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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

River · View · Cleanliness

Frankfort~Tranquil 1-Bedroom Condo ~ Betsie Bay

Location! Everything is right outside of your doorstep. Located downtown Frankfort. Steps to the waters edge of Betsie Bay. Watch the boats come in while relaxing inside or on the balcony. Lake Michigan is a few blocks away. Take in the surf, sand and sunsets. Walk or ride your bike to coffee shops, shopping and eateries. The local market hosts most weekends right outside your door. Local festivals and events make Frankfort the ideal place for beautiful memories to be made. ~NamaSTAY.

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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.

Beach · View · Sleep quality

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!

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Crystal Lake Retreat with hot tub and dock

Escape to The Nest on Crystal Lake — a modern lakefront retreat for families, couples, and friends. Enjoy 100’ of private shoreline, dock, kayaks, and hot tub. Watch sunsets by the fire pit, ski Crystal Mountain, or cook in the chef’s kitchen before cozy nights by the fire. Perfectly located near Sleeping Bear Dunes, Frankfort, and Traverse City, this year-round getaway blends luxury, warmth, and connection — the perfect home base for your Northern Michigan adventure.

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Sweetheart Beach Cottage

This adorable cottage is set up for two adults. It is located in the quaint village of Lake Ann on Herendeene lake. The cottage has it's own sandy beach and shares the dock and swim platform with the main house. There is a private yard and kayak launch . The cottage has a small kitchenette, fridge and a gas grill for preparing meals. Come get away from it all in this cozy cottage with new and comfy furnishings. Minutes from Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes

Beach · View · Grill