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Enjoy views of nature from the kitchen and dining area.

Step into the entry way and immediately feel relaxed.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Frankfort, MI

Betsie Lake11 min walk
Frankfort Beach3 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse10 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)39 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Close to town. Recommendations for the area are nice. Very clean and comfortable.

Susan C.

Oct 27, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach

NEW FOR 2023 | Stackable Washer and Dryer on Main Floor
NEW FOR 2023 | Central Air Conditioning

The Elm Cottage is a bright and renovated vacation rental in the town of Frankfort, perfect for a family vacation or couples getaway!

Six guests can sleep comfortably with a queen bed in the first two bedrooms and two twins in the third. The cottage has one full bathroom which was completely renovated in 2021. A renovated kitchen comes fully stocked with everything you need for a home cooked meal, plus extras including dish soap, dishwasher pods, sponges, and garbage bags.

The property provides the perfect stepping stone for local destinations, with Frankfort Beach and Main Street just a mile away and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore a short drive. An outdoor shower provides the perfect spot to clean off after your adventure.

The shed on property provides many outdoor amenities including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, lawn games, two adult bikes and helmets, and a wagon to complete your trip!

After a long day in the sun, come home to a large backyard with a fire-pit to gather around or get cozy on the large sectional for a game night. Take a walk to downtown Frankfort and check out the shops and restaurants on Main Street!

Property manager

Maggie & Elisa

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

Betsie Lake - 11 min walk
Frankfort Beach - 3 min drive
Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 4 min drive
Elberta Beach - 8 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪A&W Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
‪The Hotel Frankfort - ‬19 min walk
‪Frankfort Dairy Maid - ‬12 min walk
‪Port City Smoke House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Frankfort Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kerri C.

24 June 2024

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

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. It was very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed being close to town — but not too close. The neighborhood was nice and quiet.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

13 June 2024

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

Great property

The home was very nice, clean, close to a lot, great owners! Would stay again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

27 May 2024

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

Little Gem

This is a cute and clean property. Walking distance into town. Beautiful area for golf, hike, beach, food and fun!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Linden

27 Oct 2023

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

Fall Getaway

Close to town. Recommendations for the area are nice. Very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie a.

22 Oct 2023

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

Thank you

We had a wonderful visit. Will highly recommend to everyone who is visiting the area

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

24 Sept 2023

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

Clean and Convenient

Nice, small house. Clean and in a convenient location. Would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J., Indianapolis, IN

22 Sept 2023

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

Perfect!

The cottage is so clean and has all the amenities you could ask for. The beds are super comfortable. It was in a nice neighborhood and conveniently located. We would definitely rent it again if in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tania I.

28 Aug 2023

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

Great Property

The bikes, beach chairs, and games were great to have as part of our experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

21 Aug 2023

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

Cute little house

Fun weekend spent with friends - it was super clean and had all the amenities- I would definitely recommend- beds were super comfortable. The house was in a convenient spot

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite P.

18 Aug 2023

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

Family visit

Enjoyed this comfortable home. Kitchen is well equipped. Linens are lovely. Our best experiences were enjoying the deck and building a bonfire. My suggestion is for grab bars in the shower.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus C.

16 Aug 2023

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

Comfortable and Fun stay

Great location medium walk to main drag in Frankfurt. Was clean and well equipped. Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

24 July 2023

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

Very Clean, comfortable

Our second stay was just as comfortable as our first. Very clean.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin D.

11 July 2023

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

Family Stay

The cottage was great for everything our family needed. Our hosts were kind, responsive, and communicative. The space was super clean and had good communal spaces. Outdoor space was great too. The only addition I'd make would be a patio table near the house for eating outdoors.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

24 June 2023

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

Family Beach Vacation

The Elm Cottage was a great little house for our family of three. It's a very convenient location and walkable to town. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well-appointed, and the living space was comfortable. The patio and outdoor shower are great touches. We would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

20 June 2023

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

Perfect Getaway

We loved our stay and all of the thoughtful touches. The house is well-stocked, very comfortable and had everything we needed. The bikes were a great perk and we enjoyed riding them around town and to the beach. We loved the area and would definitely come back and stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

15 June 2023

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

Very Clean, Nice Home

The rental home was extremely clean, in a good location, and exactly what we needed for our family. Looking forward to our second stay, next month.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent A.

28 May 2023

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

Nice place

exactly what we were looking for

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

1 Jan 2023

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

Was a perfect fit!

The three bedrooms worked perfect! We had many a game night in the living room while listening to the record player! Such a fun option! When an issue popped up, they were quick to resolve it.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

26 Oct 2022

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

Great place to stay

This was our second visit to The Elm Cottage. Great location and very comfortable accomodations. Very homey and trendy decor. Beds are comfortable and shower nice and hot. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

22 Oct 2022

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

Great vibe

Very comfortable, everything we needed. Great location, only a mile from beach, easy walk. Loved the decor and the retro phonograph and albums. So quiet, too.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

18 Oct 2022

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

Perfect!

Cottage was clean, cozy, and perfect for a long weekend getaway with my adult children. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay G.

17 Sept 2022

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

Just like the pictures!!

Amazing place and we would definitely stay again. It was clean and well maintained. It was close to everything. We enjoyed a campfire and listening to the home football game!! Thank you for letting us stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

14 Sept 2022

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

Ironman

Thank you for a great stay. It was super close to the race and she was always pretty quick to answer my questions. I would definitely stay here again super cute and clean. Thanks again for a great stay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

7 Sept 2022

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

Home away home!

Our family loved staying at our Frankfort Oasis. We enjoyed everything the house had to offer, from making smores, watching the deer, and relaxing! The bikes and toddler carrier attachment was a huge bonus! My kids loved cruising to Lake Michigan and shopping downtown that way! My son asked the other day if we could go back! Thanks again for opening up your house to our family!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

6 Sept 2022

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

Cute, comfy cottage

Light, bright, crisp and clean. This cute little cottage was the perfect getaway for our family of 3. Furniture was comfortable and the kitchen was very well appointed. Outdoor spaces were perfect too...campfire area, deck, grill. Easy bike to town and beach. Loved the outdoor shower!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maggie & Elisa

We are a family operation with a goal of sharing our love of Frankfort and Lake Michigan with others. Maggie & John, owners of The Elm Cottage, reside in the metro Detroit area and travel to northern Michigan whenever they have a free weekend. Their daughter, Elisa, is a Denver, CO resident but returns home to enjoy Lake Michigan every summer.

We hope you enjoy your time in Frankfort as much as we do!