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8.6

Excellent

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Frankfort, MI

Old Indian Trail7 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse8 min drive
Frankfort Beach13 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)58 min drive

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8/10 Good

Loved the views from almost every room and the deck was wonderful. Dated interior but we don’t care it was clean and c...

Erin D.

Oct 3, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Rustic dream-home w/ lake views, wraparound deck, & wood-burning fireplace

Dunes View

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Indulge yourself in a truly special vacation to Frankfort in this rustic sanctuary on the emerald blue waters of Lake Michigan. The expansive wraparound deck is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or entertain guests in the evening while watching the sunset. The wood finishings make this home feel like a cabin in the woods, yet the modern amenities and close proximity to town give you all of the comforts of home. Make anything from a midnight snack to a complex dinner in the fully equipped kitchen complete with a breakfast bar. The main level of the home offers two bedrooms, the master bedroom with a queen bed and a second bedroom with two twins. The other two bedrooms are located upstairs offering a double bed and a queen bed. The wood-burning fireplace is perfect for cooler nights, so cozy up and crack open your favorite novel at night to wind down.

What's nearby:
Though you won't want to leave this paradise, head down to the water and take a dip or lounge on the sand for a day of tanning. The Point Betsie Lighthouse is also nearby offering museum exhibits and a unique view of the lake. For a quick hike in the summer or a cross country ski trail in the winter, head over to Old Indian Trail and make your way to the dunes. For a day of skiing, Crystal Mountain is a great place for all experience levels and is only a 30-minute drive east.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Lake views
Beach access
Wood-burning fireplace

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

Old Indian Trail - 7 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive
Bellows Public Beach - 10 min drive
Frankfort Beach - 13 min drive
Platte Lake - 15 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
‪The Hotel Frankfort - ‬12 min drive
‪Frankfort Dairy Maid - ‬11 min drive
‪Port City Smoke House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic dream-home w/ lake views, wraparound deck, & wood-burning fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic dream-home w/ lake views, wraparound deck, & wood-burning fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic dream-home w/ lake views, wraparound deck, & wood-burning fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic dream-home w/ lake views, wraparound deck, & wood-burning fireplace located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Old Indian Trail and Point Betsie Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.6

Excellent

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

Erin D.

3 Oct 2023

Beautiful Views

Loved the views from almost every room and the deck was wonderful. Dated interior but we don’t care it was clean and comfortable and the price is right especially for the beautiful neighborhood, views and proximity to a lot fun things to do. Want to book for next fall!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie F.

30 Sept 2023

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

Quick Stay

The property is charming but definitely dated! It has that lovely rustic cabin feel. There are beach views, but no access without driving to the public beach or to nearby parks. Beautiful property!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew C., McLean, VA

25 July 2023

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

Location Location Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cozy home overlooking Lake Michigan. As others have noted, the view from the deck is stunning and it's just a short drive to the secluded private beach below. The clear waters of Crystal Lake are also just a few minutes away, along with the cute hamlet of Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Platte River, and a host of other scenic locations that offer a full menu of summertime fun and relaxation. Although somewhat dated on the interior, the house was comfortable and everything was in working order. We wouldn't hesitate to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

7 July 2023

Spacious yet cozy

The high ceilings, wraparound deck, and panoramic lake views breathe so much life into this older home. We had both sunny days and overcast ones; no matter the weather, it was idyllic to be out on the huge deck looking out at the water, the stars, or the wildlife. Although we spent most of our visit over on Crystal Lake, everyone enjoyed morning walks around the golf course grounds. Much of the decor and appliances are dated, but they're still functional. We easily cooked a full dinner in the kitchen. That said, the newer updates are definitely appreciated: the updated bedroom linens are fresh and cheerful, the showerheads are great, and the new living room couch was very comfortable. We would politely suggest that, if updates continue, new mattresses would make a big difference. The current ones are quite old and firm (hence why someone slept on the couch).

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

19 June 2023

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

Family Golf Weekend

Great!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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6/10 Okay

Donna N.

29 Jan 2023

Spacious

Great location for our needs. Clean but a little TLC and updating needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

28 Oct 2022

Fall birthday get awY

Nice house with an awesome deck overlooking Lake MI. Well equipped kitchen. Clean. Beds very firm which was good for some of us.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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10/10 Excellent

JIGNESH P.

9 June 2022

Beautiful view!

Amazing view from this Cabin!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K., Flushing, MI

5 Nov 2021

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

Loved it, so peaceful!

So peaceful. The view and the fireplace are amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

26 Oct 2021

Beautiful views!

This property is in the perfect location with views of the woods, the lake, and the dunes! We loved the drive in and out of the neighborhood with fall colors visible over the rolling, manicured hills of the golf course. We went to Traverse City and Frankfort and came home to a cozy cabin experience. We spent family time around the fire (stocked with duraflame logs for our convenience), and crafted + played table top games in the cozy dining area. Over the lake we saw a full double rainbow in the morning, and a clear picture of Ursa Major at night. We drank coffee and cozied up together - and the one time that we needed help from vacasa they were accommodating and responsive. We would absolutely return in the future and recommend to family and friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

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8/10 Good

Thomas S.

12 Oct 2021

Amazing view, wooded/cabin feel.

This location is worth it for the location and beautiful views! My daughters and I had a great experience staying here. The home definitely has that rustic feel. If you like wood interiors, scents of a fireplace, and that cabin feel; please look into this rental! The view is gorgeous and it's tucked away in the woods facing the lake. I would definitely book this again. The location is perfect if you want to tour the dunes, crystal lake, and downtown Frankfort. It's literally a couple of minutes from the Betsie lighthouse! :)

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

3 Oct 2021

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

Gogola visit

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was great! Unfortunately, the garbage disposal stopped functioning but other than that, all was good.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Ellen C.

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Michigan vacation

House was spacious but could have been a lot cleaner especially the windows & deck was in terrible & dangerous condition. Also heard mice in house at night!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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8/10 Good

Michelle K.

20 June 2021

Beautiful View with lots of room for all

This older home nestled in the Crystal Downs community was perfect for our outing. The deck overlooking Lake Michigan was awesome to enjoy early morning coffee or evening cocktails. The fireplace was a nice feature to utilize on a couple of the chillier nights. Ample kitchen and dining space. Few minor issues, such as the lightbulbs in the main floor bathroom went out while we were there and so we had to take some from the table lamps. Maybe a good idea to check those or leave a spare one somewhere for just such instances. Also, when we arrived, one of the dining table chairs was very broken (the back was completely off one side and many spindles were unattached). We set this chair off to the side, but it may be a good idea to remove it and replace it. Brought our own pillows and were glad we did as the ones provided were really flat. Overall this was a great home with a great view and plenty of provided amenities to make our week's stay AWESOME!!

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

11 Oct 2020

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

Excellent week

The view is stunning. Frankfort and the surrounding area were really enjoyable. So much to do. Wish we had a second week here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Greg E.

9 Oct 2020

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

A Relaxing Getaway with a Spectacular View

Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our getaway to the Frankfort/Sleeping Bear area this summer and this cottage proved to be a great central location from which to start all of our excursions as well a welcome place to return to and relax afterwards. The deck provided spectacular views as we enjoyed watching storms roll in across the lake, evening sunsets, and amazing displays of the stars (including a meteor shower) at night. Rustic is an apt descriptor as the furnishings have seen years of use but everything was clean and comfortable and, for us, this is what a Lake Michigan family cottage should look and feel like. Be prepared to drive if venturing out beyond the deck as there is no direct path to the lake. Our attempts to communicate via the VRBO website/app were not returned (we did not try the phone number) but we left a note identifying a few issues that appears to have reached the management group based on a reply to another review.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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8/10 Good

Kami P.

14 Sept 2020

Beautiful view

The location of this property worked so well for us. We were able to see a lot each day and still got back for dinner each evening. 4 bedrooms and plenty of space in living area for everyone. The deck looking over the lake was so nice to sit and watch boats. A couple of small issues we had; we had a hard time getting our food hot in oven, even set at 400 degrees, and on windy days sometimes the ashy smell from the fire place was bad. But overall nice place and I would definitely stay again.

8/10 Good

Philip A.

24 Aug 2020

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

Lake Michigan

Beautiful view from the balcony.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

21 Aug 2020

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

Great property. Great view.

Would stay again! Great spot. A bit rustic but that is what we were looking for. We spent all of our time on the deck taking in the view of the dunes and sunsets. Only note is the house is fully stocked with essentials (cooking supplies, utensils, spices, grill, games) and this was not listed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020