Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! in Arcadia

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet friendly
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Arcadia, MI

Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
‪7 min drive‬
Inspiration Point
‪8 min drive‬
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
‪17 min drive‬
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arcadia

This vacation home places you 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Michigan. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

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What's nearby

Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
Inspiration Point - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive - 10.9 miles
Frankfort Beach - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬17 min drive
‪Cabbage Shed - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!

- Near Crystal Mountain!!

- We now have WiFi!

- As always, we never charge Host, Cleaning, Pet (up to two dogs), or Extra Guest fees!

Maybe you weren't born in a barn - but why not vacation in one?

Designed and decorated in '05 to resemble an old barn, but comfortable and cozy with a touch of class. The home is also setup with the family in mind, with separate areas for adults and little ones alike. Enjoy panoramic views of Upper Herring Lake Valley from the top floor. This huge 2600 sq. ft. home is in a word, FUN !

Located on all-sports Upper Herring Lake with 140' of private water frontage*, this 5 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on 2.5 acres on a quiet, peaceful country road and is surrounded by a perfect blend of rolling hills, woodlands, orchards and vineyards.

Also, just 2-3 minutes **walk down the boardwalk through the protected natural area await enough waterfront amenities to fill a barn! There is a row boat, 2 kayaks, 1 towable Floating Aqua-Play-Mat, life jackets in various shapes & sizes, full dock w/moorings for extra boats, fire pit w/chairs, rope hammock, chaise lounge, and as an extra bonus we include the use a ***pontoon boat free of charge ( a $1,000 value). Oh, and did we mention 10 gallons of free premixed fuel!

When are these amenities available: Pontoon boat w/10 gal free fuel (Memorial week til early October), Floating Aqua-Play-Mat (Memorial Week thru Labor Day Week), kayaks (May 1st til Nov 1st), row boat (April 1st til Nov 15th), dock (Mid-May til Nov 1st).

*Typical Northern Michigan soft mica bottom, NOT SANDY. The lakefront feels mucky near the shoreline.

**2-3 minutes for healthy adults and children, for those with health issues it could take a little longer since it's 200 feet. Home also sits on a slight grade so the walk back could be a concern for those with health issues.

***As a FREE bonus to our guests in our summer months, we offer you the use of one of a pontoon boats. They are nothing special. They are clean and well maintained. They range in size from 18-24ft. They range in age from 20-30 years old w/2stroke motors ranging from 25 - 35 hp. While these boats may not fulfill the boating dreams of some people, they are perfect for a sunset cruise or a family fishing outing. We even supply you with 10 gallons of pre-mixed gasoline! To get the most enjoyment from these boats it is recommended that person with a knowledge of boating and two stroke motors be involved operating them. If not we do have full instructions, and technical assistance available if necessary. See photo of typical pontoon boat.

---- Also we provide a starter supply of paper/soap products which should be enough for a typical 2 night stay for smaller groups of 2 - 4 people. For a complete list of "what is provided" and "things to bring", check out "Using the property”, on your “My Trip” page.

- For our winter guests we recommend bringing an all-wheel-drive vehicle or at the very least a front wheel drive with good snow tires.

Keywords: New, Waterfront, Pontoon Boat, Northern Michigan, Private, Dock, Winter Getaway

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Lizzie B

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Video library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Unit size: 2,600 square feet
Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Arcadia, close to Inspiration Point, Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve, and Betsie Lake. Lake Michigan is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 24.5 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!?

Yes, every accommodation at Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS OF FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! Reviews

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Apr 19, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Feb 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great escape

We stayed there a few weeks back. It was a beautiful place to watch the snow fall. Easy drive to skiing as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristeen J.

Oct 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Love, Love, Love

We had three generations all coming together for the weekend: my parents, 2 siblings, their spouses and kid(s) and husband and I with our little one. The weekend was perfect. The home was big enough for all 12 of us and it was beautiful, very clean and fun. There are a lot of little things to see if you walk around - definitely decorated by an artist. We went on walks along the road where you could see the lake over beautiful orchards, we had camp fires down at the lake and even stopped by the ice cream parlor in Frankfort and walked down to the Frankfort beach and enjoyed each others' company. The home had everything we needed so there wasn't anything to stress about. We forgot a few things and called Lizzie only to discover they had what we needed in a drawer. The guys took the pontoon boat out once and had a nice time. I heard coffee on the top floor is a must, but I slept in every day; the beds were very, very comfortable. Thanks Lizzie! We will be coming again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Sep 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

I booked this last minute for our anniversary. Home is even better than the pictures. Really creative. It was very clean and Lizzie was great to work with. We cooked most of our meals and the home had all we needed. We had a bonfire every night of our stay down by the water. For late nights, we turned on the lights in the living room and went up to the top floor so the lights shined up to us (hard to explain.) Perfect way to see all the stars. One morning my wife slept in and I took the pontoon boat out with coffee and a donut we got the day before from Crescent bakery in Frankfort - the best start to my day. That was the same day we had lunch at Arcadia Bluffs. We will absolutely return, but maybe bring more people next time because the house is huge.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

Aug 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Barn Cottage on the lake

House is comfortably and artistically appointed - everything we needed and more provided. The boardwalk to the lake, bordered by woodlands and beautiful wildflowers, was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed the pontoon boat and lakeside fire pit. Convenient to Arcadia beach on Laje Michigan and Frankfort.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jul 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, old property

We enjoyed the area, and had great weather. The lake is over 200 yards from the house, so we only had fires there 2 nights. We used a solo stove up by the house. The house needs a lot of maintenance, leaky tub faucet, key lock box just fell out! And uneven steps. The low lighting with dark lamp shades and made it difficult to read in bed or even see in the dark bedrooms. I would suggest painting the paneling the lighter colors than the dark green blue and black. The boats were not even worth mentioning they were so old and not maintained impulse tree was ripped in the motor were old and according to the starting procedure not easy to start. We didn’t use them the lifejackets provided would not save anybody’s life many of them were ripped and very old. The listing that says it sleeps 14 but six of those are on futons which is not comfortable for adults. And no bathroom on the 2nd floor and attic was not great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

May 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!!

We were searching for areas in Michigan for our family trip and saw this property. When I tell you this place has everything you need believe me. We had 4 adults, a 2, 5, 7, 9, 11, 15 and 17 and each and everyone one of us loved it. There is plenty of space for everyone to move about. A sandbox and swing set for the younger kids and ping pong for older kids. All of us enjoyed the use of the boat, kayaks and canoe. Absolutely everything you could need is provided and house was very clean. They also accepted pets which is absolutely amazing. I would recommend this property 100%!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Feb 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat for big families!

So much fun to stay in a barn-style getaway with scenic views and plenty of room for kids and adults to have their own space. Our children immediately "took over" the lower level with the ping pong/pool table; the two bunk-bed rooms and foldout futon were perfect sleeping arrangements for them, too. Something to note, the second floor primary bedroom is also access to the top floor sleeping area so it's not totally private. The house was well-stocked and there are really helpful instructions for where everything is located in the closets. Loved the big deck and boardwalk down to the lake as well. Great place!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KC S.

Oct 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip with friends and family

We picked this house for its location about 10 minutes from Arcadia Bluffs and it was extremely nice. It was large space with plenty of room for 5 adults to spread out when needed. The house was clean and decorated beautifully. The kitchen was well stocked and there were numerous games that kept us entertained for hours. Couldn’t be happier with the house and look forward to returning with my children as I know they will enjoy the house and surrounding area greatly!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Oct 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall visit

Clean and comfortable property! Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes and lovely costal communities.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOni G.

Oct 2, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property in a great location

This was a charming cabin in a great location. Everything you needed was provided. Kitchen etc. was well equipped. There is quite a walk to get to the lake and the lake is unfortunately difficult to see from the cabin but once you got to the lake it beautiful and peaceful. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Aug 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We would stay there again.

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for everyone,

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

May 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Getaway in Michigans Backyard.

The property was the perfect destination for a relaxing weekend with the family. Everything you could want in the perfect sized home. The home was so well equipped we felt very over prepared for our 2 night stay. My family is already asking how soon we can go back and we have every intention of booking the same property for our next weekend getaway. The cleaning and service fee charged at the property is completely reasonable. You feel like you are walking into a home that was set aside just for you. EVERYTHING felt clean and welcoming. We hope to visit again in the near future hopefully during warmer weather and with more time to actually enjoy the beautiful lake and site seeing this slice of paradise had to offer.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Jan 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything We Needed

We enjoyed our little snowy winter getaway to the barn house. The house decor was cute with some unique details. It comfortably accommodated our whole family, 10 of us including an infant. The kitchen lacked nothing we needed to prepare all our meals. Walks down to the lake were peaceful and the scenery beautiful, with plenty to do inside the house with games and movies, and close to Crystal Mountian for some skiing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Jan 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spacious home

Great place to stay for our family.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia L.

Aug 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great area, beautiful home.

We had a great time, house is beautiful and comfortable with plenty to give you stuff to do but also can be as relaxing as ever. The surrounding area was also wonderful, we'll definitely be back to the area and maybe even another one of these rental properties.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Jan 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

There is plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and dishes. The main floor bed left us with sore backs. I don’t really understand why they are so stingy with things like dishwasher soap, toilet paper, and trash bags. I also don’t appreciate their dish policy. They ask for all dishes to be cleaned, dried, and put away before checkout. It would be nice to be able to feed my family breakfast and leave with the dishwasher running.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Nov 11, 2021

Beautiful location and house.

Great for groups. Convenient to the M-22 locations and Traverse City. Would absolutely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

Oct 11, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall weekend

The Barn house was such a unique and cool property! It was spotless and the decor was unique and cozy. My son loved the pool/ping pong table downstairs and bonfire pit for s’mores. Thank you for everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Oct 4, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Grown ups getaway

Just what we needed for our grown ups only vacation!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Felicia W.

May 17, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful weekend!

Everything we needed, plus! Really enjoyed hanging out on the deck and down by the water sitting around the fire. Did some kayaking and fishing. The water was crystal clear, but no fish to be seen . Comfortable beds, we slept well. Thanks again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Mar 23, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental & location

We loved the communication, barnhouse, and amenities! Thank you for an amazing experience for our Ladies Retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

Mar 3, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and accomadating

We had plenty of room for our party of 12 and were close enough to crystal mtn to take a midday break for lunch and a warm up. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Jan 11, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lovely spot

We had a wonderful time staying at the house this week! It was peaceful and quiet and the nearby lake was a blast. We could hear the ice solidifying and melting throughout the week which was really cool. Saw the Milky Way a few nights at the lake which was gorgeous. Frozen enough to stand on and take in the view. Hopefully can come back some time soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Dec 4, 2020

house was very nice, roomy, incredible view, but checkin was a fail

I was in contact with one person, then the day of travel Valerie could not be reached and I was suppose to receive an email list of what to bring and I never got it.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020