This rustic family cottage will take you back to a simpler time where life moves by at a slower pace. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs (1 full and 2 twins) and a third area with a queen bed downstairs. There is one bathroom with a shower over the old clawfoot tub, as well as a washer and dryer. There is a wood burning stove in the living room that will take off the chill in the shoulder season. This Cottage is a member of The Congregational Summer Assembly that comes with access to 800’ of members-only sandy beaches on Crystal Lake, as well as shared access to Lake Michigan beach. Registered renters are included for a $33 weekly fee during the mid-June to mid-August season. There are also four tennis courts (the two closest to the cottage require purchasing an additional $10 season access ticket). The main assembly building has a ping pong table and foosball table, a library, activities board, and is where they hold dances and other indoor activities for young kids. There is also a meeting house with church on Sunday across the field from the main assembly building. As a guest in a CSA cottage, you are welcome to use/attend as many or as few of the CSA activities you wish.
Property manager
Melina Penne
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
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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
About the area
Frankfort
Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Frankfort, MI
What's nearby
Bellows Public Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Betsie Lake - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Frankfort Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Elberta Beach - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 5 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 5 min drive
Lighthouse Cafe - 7 min drive
Cabbage Shed - 8 min drive
Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Violet Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Violet Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Violet Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Violet Cottage located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bellows Public Beach and Lake Michigan. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Frankfort Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Older summer cottage. Perfect location. Stairs are difficult for older family members. No bath upstairs. Everything you need. Host is easy to work with. Location is a 10! Lovely stay! Screened in porch was wonderful for morning coffee 😊
Ann
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
2/10 Terrible
Sherry
17 Sept 2023
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is a disgrace to the rental market. There are not enough words to describe all the negative things about it. It is a fire trap waiting to happen. Only 1 way out through a door that was impossible for me to un lock (the lock is ancient) from the inside and then the door sticks so bad that it takes a strong man to open. I was near to having a serious panic attack and ready to call 911 because i could not get out! The bathroom was a horror story all by itself...2 naked light bulbs....paper and cleaning supplies dumped the floor....The bathtub/combo shower: very unsafe! No elderly person could ever dream of getting in it!
Because we arrived so late, we stayed only 1 night of our reservation and left the next morning. For this to remain a rental property, some serious upgrades need to be done to make it safe.
My friends and I were coming into town for King Salmon fishing on the Bestie and based on location and need, this place was perfect. A 10 minute drive to the boat launch and right in the heart of Frankfort, the place was perfect for everything you'd need.
Josh H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Melina Penne
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests