Lit stone fireplace beside sofas and a tufted ottoman holding games
Patterned bed with a red throw beside a large lake-facing window
Outdoor dining table and barbecue grill on a patio overlooking Crawford Lake through trees
Brown sectional and ottoman beneath a ceiling fan beside broad lake-facing windows
Cottage with tall triangular windows glowing beneath a pink evening sky
View down into a vaulted living room with a tall stone fireplace and triangular lake-facing windows
Guest bedroom with gray bedding and green pillows seen through a wood-trimmed doorway
Bed with woodland-pattern bedding, green pillows and paired bedside lamps
Plaid-covered bed with green accent pillows beside a lamp and wooden window trim
White bed and matching nightstands against blue bedroom walls
Blue-walled bedroom with white dresser and a turquoise lounge chair
Blue-walled bedroom with white dresser, ceiling fan and turquoise chair
Small desk and office chair beside a bedroom wall and reading lamp
Bed with gray bedding and dark headboard beneath a sloped ceiling
Gray-covered bed with dark headboard beside an open upstairs hallway doorway
Gray-covered bed and small futon beneath a steeply sloped ceiling
White bathroom vanity beside a toilet beneath a sloped ceiling
White tiled shower with handheld fixture and wall-mounted toiletry dispensers
Black metal bunk bed with patterned bedding beside a large window
Wood bathroom vanity beside a tub, shower curtain and toilet
White bathroom sink and chrome faucet beside soap and folded towels
Kitchen island with wooden stools opening to a family lounge
Kitchen range with a black kettle beside a coffee maker and wood cabinets
Kitchen island sink facing chairs and a broad window overlooking the lake
Wood kitchen cabinets surrounding a white range, microwave and refrigerator
Wine bottle, flowers and a snack basket on a kitchen counter
Tall stone fireplace rising between triangular windows in the vaulted great room
Small wooden table and stools beside tall lake-facing windows
Television on a wooden console facing sofas beneath the vaulted ceiling
Television above a wood console with open doors revealing board games
Sofas beneath a vaulted ceiling beside an open kitchen with island seating
Kitchen sink and dishwasher facing a tall stone fireplace and triangular windows
White range beneath a microwave with coffee maker, kettle and spice rack nearby
Wood kitchen island with four stools beside a range and refrigerator
Wood kitchen cabinets with dark counters around a range, microwave and sink
Bed with patterned quilt and red throw beneath a sloped ceiling beside a large window
Open bedroom closet with hanging rail, hangers and shelving
Compact top-loading laundry unit with two open lids
Black metal bunk bed beside a separate bed in a bright guest bedroom
White bed against a blue wall beneath two woodland prints
Baskets of folded towels stored beneath a gray futon
Gray-covered bed with green pillows beside wooden closet doors
White-framed guest bed beneath two wood-trimmed windows
Wood kitchen island with sink beside a brown sectional and lake-facing windows
Brown sectional with yellow pillows beside a broad window and low wooden bench
Brown sofa beneath framed nature pictures and a decorative wall basket
Brown sofa with a yellow pillow beside wide windows overlooking Crawford Lake
White bathroom sink and mirror beside a bright window
White sink in a stone-pattern counter beneath a sloped bathroom ceiling
Kayaks and paddleboards stored in the garage beside recreation equipment shelves
Storage shelves holding recreation supplies, towels and life jackets
Cottage and garage beside a green lawn and lakefront trees
Cottage garage and paved driveway among mature pine trees
Wooden chairs around a fire pit on a lawn beside Crawford Lake
Lawn shaded by tall pine trees beside Crawford Lake
Cottage and attached garage viewed across the lawn
Picnic table on a paved patio beside the cottage and lakefront trees
Glass-paneled entrance door beside green plants and flowering garden beds
Cottage with tall triangular windows framed by lakefront trees
Adirondack chairs arranged around a fire pit beside Crawford Lake
Black barbecue grill with lakefront trees and water behind it
Cottage with triangular upper windows behind a low stone garden wall
Aerial view of the cottage roof, paved patio and lakeside garden beds
Short paved path descending between trees toward the lake
Yellow life ring hanging on a tree beside the lakefront lawn
Sandy lake entry between shoreline plants and low rocks
Green lawn with a fire pit and chairs beneath tall trees beside the lake
Cottage and lawn viewed from Crawford Lake through tall shoreline trees
Pink and orange sunset reflected across calm lake water
Illuminated Grand Traverse Resort tower and surrounding buildings at dusk
Passengers aboard a blue motorboat cruising across clear water
People walking along a wooden waterfront boardwalk at sunset
Kayakers paddling on calm water toward the setting sun
Golf green and sand bunker beside a reflective pond at Grand Traverse Resort
Wooden boardwalk and benches overlooking a sandy dune and blue Lake Michigan
Sun setting over Lake Michigan beside the sandy slopes of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Wooden viewing platform facing a sunset over a calm lake
Close-up of a black riding saddle and stirrup on a horse
Tables beneath stone arches on a winery terrace overlooking a distant blue bay

🌊 Crawford Lake Retreat | Private Beach, Dock & Annex ➠ 4878

  • 5 Beds |
  • 3.5 Baths |
  • 14 Guests
  • | 0 Pets
Lit stone fireplace beside sofas and a tufted ottoman holding games
Patterned bed with a red throw beside a large lake-facing window
Outdoor dining table and barbecue grill on a patio overlooking Crawford Lake through trees
Brown sectional and ottoman beneath a ceiling fan beside broad lake-facing windows
Cottage with tall triangular windows glowing beneath a pink evening sky
View down into a vaulted living room with a tall stone fireplace and triangular lake-facing windows
Guest bedroom with gray bedding and green pillows seen through a wood-trimmed doorway
Bed with woodland-pattern bedding, green pillows and paired bedside lamps
Plaid-covered bed with green accent pillows beside a lamp and wooden window trim
White bed and matching nightstands against blue bedroom walls
Blue-walled bedroom with white dresser and a turquoise lounge chair
Blue-walled bedroom with white dresser, ceiling fan and turquoise chair
Small desk and office chair beside a bedroom wall and reading lamp
Bed with gray bedding and dark headboard beneath a sloped ceiling
Gray-covered bed with dark headboard beside an open upstairs hallway doorway
Gray-covered bed and small futon beneath a steeply sloped ceiling
White bathroom vanity beside a toilet beneath a sloped ceiling
White tiled shower with handheld fixture and wall-mounted toiletry dispensers
Black metal bunk bed with patterned bedding beside a large window
Wood bathroom vanity beside a tub, shower curtain and toilet
White bathroom sink and chrome faucet beside soap and folded towels
Kitchen island with wooden stools opening to a family lounge
Kitchen range with a black kettle beside a coffee maker and wood cabinets
Kitchen island sink facing chairs and a broad window overlooking the lake
Wood kitchen cabinets surrounding a white range, microwave and refrigerator
Wine bottle, flowers and a snack basket on a kitchen counter
Tall stone fireplace rising between triangular windows in the vaulted great room
Small wooden table and stools beside tall lake-facing windows
Television on a wooden console facing sofas beneath the vaulted ceiling
Television above a wood console with open doors revealing board games
Sofas beneath a vaulted ceiling beside an open kitchen with island seating
Kitchen sink and dishwasher facing a tall stone fireplace and triangular windows
White range beneath a microwave with coffee maker, kettle and spice rack nearby
Wood kitchen island with four stools beside a range and refrigerator
Wood kitchen cabinets with dark counters around a range, microwave and sink
Bed with patterned quilt and red throw beneath a sloped ceiling beside a large window
Open bedroom closet with hanging rail, hangers and shelving
Compact top-loading laundry unit with two open lids
Black metal bunk bed beside a separate bed in a bright guest bedroom
White bed against a blue wall beneath two woodland prints
Baskets of folded towels stored beneath a gray futon
Gray-covered bed with green pillows beside wooden closet doors
White-framed guest bed beneath two wood-trimmed windows
Wood kitchen island with sink beside a brown sectional and lake-facing windows
Brown sectional with yellow pillows beside a broad window and low wooden bench
Brown sofa beneath framed nature pictures and a decorative wall basket
Brown sofa with a yellow pillow beside wide windows overlooking Crawford Lake
White bathroom sink and mirror beside a bright window
White sink in a stone-pattern counter beneath a sloped bathroom ceiling
Kayaks and paddleboards stored in the garage beside recreation equipment shelves
Storage shelves holding recreation supplies, towels and life jackets
Cottage and garage beside a green lawn and lakefront trees
Cottage garage and paved driveway among mature pine trees
Wooden chairs around a fire pit on a lawn beside Crawford Lake
Lawn shaded by tall pine trees beside Crawford Lake
Cottage and attached garage viewed across the lawn
Picnic table on a paved patio beside the cottage and lakefront trees
Glass-paneled entrance door beside green plants and flowering garden beds
Cottage with tall triangular windows framed by lakefront trees
Adirondack chairs arranged around a fire pit beside Crawford Lake
Black barbecue grill with lakefront trees and water behind it
Cottage with triangular upper windows behind a low stone garden wall
Aerial view of the cottage roof, paved patio and lakeside garden beds
Short paved path descending between trees toward the lake
Yellow life ring hanging on a tree beside the lakefront lawn
Sandy lake entry between shoreline plants and low rocks
Green lawn with a fire pit and chairs beneath tall trees beside the lake
Cottage and lawn viewed from Crawford Lake through tall shoreline trees
Pink and orange sunset reflected across calm lake water
Illuminated Grand Traverse Resort tower and surrounding buildings at dusk
Passengers aboard a blue motorboat cruising across clear water
People walking along a wooden waterfront boardwalk at sunset
Kayakers paddling on calm water toward the setting sun
Golf green and sand bunker beside a reflective pond at Grand Traverse Resort
Wooden boardwalk and benches overlooking a sandy dune and blue Lake Michigan
Sun setting over Lake Michigan beside the sandy slopes of Sleeping Bear Dunes
Wooden viewing platform facing a sunset over a calm lake
Close-up of a black riding saddle and stirrup on a horse
Tables beneath stone arches on a winery terrace overlooking a distant blue bay

🌊 Crawford Lake Retreat | Private Beach, Dock & Annex ➠ 4878

THE TRUE NORTH Presents… Crawford Lake Retreat | Private Beach, Dock & Annex ➠ 4878

Two complete living spaces, a private sandy beach, and the open water of Crawford Lake create a Northern Michigan retreat designed for meaningful time together.

The property combines a three-bedroom main house with a private two-bedroom annex, giving up to 14 guests room to gather without sharing every part of the stay. Each space has its own kitchen, living room, bathrooms, and laundry area, making the layout especially convenient for extended families, multiple households, and groups traveling together.

Outside, a large backyard leads toward the lakefront patio, sandy-bottom shoreline, and private dock. Spend the day swimming, fishing, paddling, or boating, then gather around the firepit as the stars appear over the water.

Perfect For

Extended families, multigenerational vacations, groups of friends, fishing trips, boating weekends, ski getaways, and guests who benefit from two independent living spaces on the same lakefront property.

The Property
5 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 2 kitchens | 2 living rooms | Sleeps up to 14

Main House

  • Primary bedroom with 1 Queen-size bed
  • Second bedroom with 1 Full-size bed, crib, and toddler pullout
  • Third bedroom with 1 Full-size bed and 2 bunk beds
  • Two full bathrooms
  • Full kitchen
  • Dining area
  • Living room with large lakeview windows
  • Laundry area

Private Annex

  • Fourth bedroom with 1 Queen-size bed
  • Fifth bedroom with 1 Full-size bed and futon
  • One full bathroom and one half bathroom
  • Second full kitchen
  • Private living area
  • Separate laundry area

The dual-living arrangement allows everyone to stay close while providing additional privacy and flexibility. Grandparents, couples, or part of the group can settle into the annex while remaining connected to activities at the main house and along the lake.

Life on Crawford Lake

The backyard opens toward a sandy-bottom beach and direct access to Crawford Lake. Guests can swim from the shoreline, fish from the private dock, bring a boat, or explore the water using the provided equipment.

Included for guest use:

  • 2 kayaks
  • 1 canoe
  • 1 paddleboard
  • Beach toys
  • Outdoor games
  • Private dock for fishing and boat tie-up
  • Boat launch located next door

Crawford Lake is an all-sports lake suited to boating, paddling, swimming, and fishing. Bluegill, perch, bass, pike, and other species may be caught from the dock or around the lake.

Wildlife sightings can include bald eagles, deer, and other animals native to the surrounding area.

Lakefront Evenings

After a day on the water, gather around the outdoor firepit with the provided roasting sticks or relax on the lakefront patio.

The quiet setting lends itself to slow mornings, outdoor meals, stargazing, and evenings spent reconnecting beside the lake. The large backyard also gives children and groups room for outdoor games and activities.

Two Kitchens and Gathering Spaces

Both the main house and annex have their own full kitchens and living areas, creating flexibility for larger groups.

Prepare group meals in the main house, keep separate snacks and drinks in the annex, or give different parts of the group the independence to follow their own schedules. Two laundry areas add convenience for swimming, outdoor adventures, and longer visits.

Large picture windows in the main house bring natural light and lake views into the primary gathering space.

Designed for Family Stays

The property includes several practical features for guests traveling with children:

  • Crib
  • Toddler pullout
  • Children’s toys
  • Books and puzzles
  • Beach toys
  • Outdoor games
  • Spacious backyard

Families should review the sleeping arrangements to determine the best setup for the ages and needs of their group.

Explore Northern Michigan

The property offers a peaceful Crawford Lake setting while remaining within driving distance of several Northern Michigan destinations.

  • Kalkaska — approximately 5 minutes
  • Torch Lake — approximately 20 minutes
  • Shanty Creek and Schuss Mountain — approximately 20 minutes
  • Traverse City — approximately 45 minutes
  • Petoskey — approximately 45 minutes

Mackinac Island, Charlevoix, Boyne City, and Indian River can also be explored as day-trip destinations.

A Retreat for Every Season

Summer brings swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, and long days beside the water.

Autumn transforms the surrounding area with fall colors and scenic drives.

Winter opens the door to snowmobiling, ice fishing, and skiing at nearby resorts.

Spring offers wildlife watching, hiking, and quieter escapes as Northern Michigan returns to life.

True North Touches

A bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate sparkling wine awaits at check-in, together with complimentary access to Iron House Gym.

Guests may also request personalized services through THE TRUE NORTH concierge team, including:

  • Private chefs
  • Professional photographers
  • Event planners
  • In-home massage
  • Grocery delivery
  • Pre-arrival refrigerator stocking
  • Celebration experiences

Optional services must be arranged in advance and may carry additional charges.

True North Local Partners

Guests receive access to special offers from participating local businesses:

  • 30% off tastings and bottles at Chateau Chantal Winery
  • 10% off wine tours with The Magic Shuttle Bus
  • 5% off boat rentals with Legacy Boat Rentals
  • 10% off rentals and tours at Paddle TC
  • 15% off classes at Original Hot Yoga
  • $5 off a $50 purchase at Edson Farms Natural Food Market
  • 10% off at Playa Bowls
  • Free cookie and 25% off your order at Bay Bread Company

Availability, restrictions, locations, and exclusions may vary by business.

Good to Know

  • Maximum occupancy: 14 guests
  • Accurate guest count required when booking
  • A $50 fee applies per unregistered guest
  • No smoking inside the property
  • A $1,000 penalty applies to smoking violations
  • Daily housekeeping is not included
  • Linens and indoor towels are provided
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Please respect the property, lake, and neighboring homes
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

Your Private Crawford Lake Retreat

Begin the morning on the dock, spend the afternoon swimming, fishing, or paddling, and bring everyone together around the firepit after sunset. With two complete living spaces and the lake just beyond the backyard, Crawford Lake Retreat gives larger groups the freedom to share the experience while still enjoying space of their own.

Amenities

Suitability
Free Parking
Kitchen and Dining
Coffee Maker
Microwave
Fridge
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Hair Dryer
Internet Access
TV
Linens provided
Towels provided
Sports and Adventure
Fishing
Fishing Freshwater
Golf
Golf Optional
Hiking
Jet Skiing
Mountain Biking
Swimming
Kayaking
Golf course within 30 min drive
Attractions
Festivals
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🌊 Crawford Lake Retreat | Private Beach, Dock & Annex ➠ 4878

  • 5 Beds |
  • 3.5 Baths |
  • 14 Guests
  • | 0 Pets

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