Vacation rentals with a kayak 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!

2BRCabin on Crystal Lake, private beach, kayaks

Close to everything! Walk to your own beach, no road to cross! Plus walk to Beulah, minutes to Frankfort, Traverse City, Interlochen, Crystal Mountain, Sleeping Bear Park. Platte & Betsie rivers 2 Bedroom cottage with parking space, fun sleeping loft with 3 twin mattresses, Weber grill, Solo fire pit and patio chairs New swim raft, plus kayaks, bikes, more Owners on premise, dedicated to a great visit. Our house, the attached deck & patio are private areas Large groups ask about our 2nd Cabin

Cottage near Lower Herring Lk

Cozy Cottage w/views of Lower Herring Lake. Lk. offers access to Lk. Michigan. Access to Herring Lk. is a short walk from the cottage. We are near scenic rivers, hiking trails and on the M-22 bike route. Whether you're kayaking at sunrise, hiking trails or enjoying a quiet evening around the firepit, you'll feel right at home. Main bedroom has a full-size bed & half bath. There's a twin-size bedroom and a brand-new queen sofa bed w/mattress topper in living room. Plus, fully stocked kitchen.

Jane & Zach's Guest Suite

Beautiful sunrises at the private Guest Suite (the lower level of my home) nestled in the woods on Stevens Lake. Loons, birds, turkeys, bald eagle and deer may surprise you. Guest Suite has 2 bedrooms, bath and family room with fully stocked kitchenette for all your cooking needs. Private locking sliding glass door opens to the patio, gas grill, hammock and fire pit overlooking the lake. A steep walking trail and steps down to the lakefront access the dock, 2 kayaks, paddleboat & life jackets.

Lake Escape - Private Lakefront with Kayaks!

Lake Escape is a very bright, fun, and charming little house on Crystal Lake! It includes its own private beach, bonfire pit, and 2 kayaks right on Crystal Lake! The private beach is also a sandy beach, which is rare for Crystal Lake. The location provides for lots of fun on Crystal Lake including swimming, sailing, kayaking, and fishing. It's also set in a great location for exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes, Frankfort, Lake Michigan, and the charming little beach towns of Leelanau Peninsula.

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.

Ultimate Lakefront Getaway: Hot Tub/Game Room/Dock

Experience the ultimate lakeside getaway at Crystal Lake Escape! A 4-bedroom home nestled along the picturesque shores of Crystal Lake, Michigan. Perfectly designed for families, groups, or couples seeking a rejuvenating escape, Crystal Lake Escape comfortably accommodates up to 10-12 guests, ensuring ample space for relaxation and recreation all year long. Whether you are coming for the summer to enjoy the water or the winter to ski Crystal Mountain (Only 15 mins away), this is your house.

Maple Nest Cottage/Carriage house- Crystal Lake

This new cozy cottage is perched up in the trees with beautiful views of Crystal Lake, talk about great location!!! Guests will have lakefront access, Beulah Public Beach .7 mi away, Betsy bike trails right outside your door, Crystal Mountain golf and ski resort only a 10 minute drive, Frankfort- a bike ride away, close to Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor/Fishtown/winery's/brewery's, too many to mention. Everything supplied, bedding/dishes/pot-pans/grill/firepit/bikes/kayaks.

The Penthouse Suite

Enjoy all four seasons with beautiful panoramic views. A private suite with kitchenette, full bath, bar area with 2 stools. Near wineries, beaches, hiking, biking and Sleeping Bear National Park & Lake Michigan. Herring Lake across the street. Also included is dock access (for walking/sitting) and kayaks at your own risk. Crystal Mountain fifteen minutes by car. Backyard fire pit for guests to use. Note: steep driveway in the winter you will need a four wheel drive vehicle.

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!

The Cottage Garden Guesthouse

Enchanted cottage guesthouse nestled among towering pine trees. Situated on private lake sharing the same walkway as the main house , with gorgeous natural surroundings including 7 acres of rolling terrain, sprawling gardens, majestic sunsets views, and starry nights. Owned by an award-winning Interior Designer. The Cottage Garden is vintage charm maintained with every attention to detail. Short drive to Traverse City, Old Mission Peninsula, & Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Indian Trail Upper Herring Lodge near Crystal Mtn

The Upper Herring Lodge is located on all-sports Upper Herring Lake. Huge deck on the lake side for family fun. Bring your boat to enjoy all this lake has to offer. Fishing, Boating, Sun Sets.. The view says it all! Home includes the use of our Kayaks x2, Canoe, stand up paddle boards x2 during the summer months. Minutes south of Frankfort & Elberta off M22. 45 minutes to Traverse City or Manistee. House was completely renovated over the winter of 2023-2024