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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 562 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
    5 min drive
  • Arcadia Dunes
    6 min drive
  • Inspiration Point
    10 min drive
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    31 min drive

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About the area

Frankfort

A family-friendly stay in Frankfort awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Arcadia Dunes and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬8 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.

Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats

This is cottage #5 of 5 two-bedroom waterfront cottages on 265' of frontage on Upper Herring Lake, newly remodeled in 2021, new kitchen, new everything, central AC, Kayaks, SUP.
1,2 & 3 are 15' from the water, 4 & 5 are setback about 75' from the lake but have clear views.
https://www.vrbo.com/2913627 #1
https://www.vrbo.com/2872448 #2
https://www.vrbo.com/2820357 #3
https://www.vrbo.com/2888113 #4
https://www.vrbo.com/2888168 #5

Waterfront, very quiet. Comes with 4 shared tandem kayaks, 4 kiddo kayaks, 4 paddleboards, propane grill, dock, picnic tables, fire ring, swim raft and lily pad. 7 miles to Frankfort and 8 to Beulah. All linens provided except beach towels; beds made.

60' of sandy beach at the dock area, and a seawall protects the rest of the shore.

Beds are queen, and a double/twin bunk, plus a roll away twin bed.

Beautiful views from picture windows and private screened in porch overlooking the water. Close to Crystal Mountain, Arcadia Bluffs, Baldy and Elberta Dunes, Green Point Nature Trail, Fruithaven Nature Trail, Arcadia Marsh Preserve, and Upper Herring Lake Nature Preserve which encompasses half the shoreline of Upper Herring Lake.

Cherry orchard and rolling hill across Herron Rd.

Free Wi-Fi, new smart TV. Gorgeous sunsets. Upper Herring Lake is quiet and pristine, half the shoreline is a nature preserve. Very dark at night, thousands of stars.

RESTAURANTS

Watervale Inn, since 1917
On Lower Herring Lake, 1244 Watervale Rd, Arcadia. Breakfast served from 8-10 a.m. Dinner seatings at 6 & 7:15. Reservations, frontdesk@watervaleinn.com, 231-352-9083. No credit cards. Checks, cash & Venmo fine. Outdoor BBQ on the terrace on Tuesday evenings 6-7:30, $16, all inclusive. Park by the tennis courts.

Stormcloud Brewery, Sandwiches, pizza, salads, munchies too. Outdoor patio. Live music. 303 Main St. Frankfort next to Garden theater.

Roadhouse Mexican, Benzonia

Cherry Hut, Local landmark, great sandwiches, burgers, shakes, pies. 20 minutes north.

Popano’s Pizza, 334 Main St Frankfort. Very limited seating. Second location in Beulah.

Lighthouse Café, Breakfast and lunch, Elberta.

Cabbage Shed, Very casual, on Lake Betsie. Open stage nights for musicians. Elberta.

Vita Bella, Fusion, Birch & Maple, Dos Arboles, Main St, Frankfort.

Petals & Perks Coffee, Frankfort.

Crescent Bakery & Coffee, Frankfort.

L’Chayim Delicatessen, Frankfort.

Ice Cream, The Scoop, Kilwin’s and Cool Spot, Frankfort, Ice House in Arcadia.
MOVIES

Garden Theater 301 Main St Frankfort, completely restored, next to Stormcloud Brewery.

Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater 9812 Honor Hwy (M-31), Honor.

16 FREE THINGS TO DO

1. Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm, 4907 River Rd, Frankfort.
2. Sunsets on Lake Michigan at Frankfort (swings, volleyball), Elberta, Watervale or Pt. Betsie Beaches.
3. Basketball, Skateboard & Tennis Park, 7th St & Sky Pl, Frankfort.
4. Gwen Frostic’s Wood Block Nature Prints, nature preserve, world renowned stationary, 5140 River Rd, Frankfort.
5. Green Point Nature Preserve Hike, zig zag down the shaded trail to Lake Michigan. Hardy hikers can continue north along the beach to the Elberta breakwater. Pic below.
Another great beach for stone hunting is at the end of Grace Rd in Elberta, secluded beach and parking.
6. Walk to the Frankfort Lighthouse on the Frankfort Breakwater (calm days). Jump off near a ladder on hot days.
7. Kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding.
8. Upper Herring Nature Preserve boardwalk hike.
9. Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve boardwalk hike.
10. Gravity Hill, position your car on Putney Rd, church on your left, facing Joyfield Rd, about 100 yards from Joyfield & Putney intersection. Stop sign ahead should be visible over your dashboard but not the metal post. Turn off the car and glide uphill. Works with a bike too. Numerous articles online. 7018 Putney Rd, Arcadia.
11. Platte River State Salmon Hatchery, 15210 US-31 Beulah. Largest fish hatchery east of the Mississippi. Cherry Hut is on the way.
12. Kids waterfront parks, one in Elberta and one in Frankfort with mineral water fountain. Both close to fishing piers.
13. Historical Museums, 3340 Lake St, Arcadia, and 6941 Traverse Ave, Benzonia.
14. 4 1/2 Mile Walk on the Lake Michigan beach to Elberta.
Start at the end of Watervale Rd, go over the dune and turn right (north) all the way to Elberta Beach. Requires crossing the outlet, usually about a foot deep, 20’ wide, or get dropped off at the outlet by boat. Meet your party or park a car at Elberta Beach 4.5 miles to the north, next to the breakwater. This hike is best done in the morning when the beach is in the shade.
15. Concerts in the Park, summer nights, Thursday in Beulah on Crystal Lake, Sunday 6:30-8 in Frankfort, Mineral Springs Park.
16. Sleeping Bear Dunes. Free if you park in picnic area about a quarter mile away, 8751 W. Dayfarm Rd, Empire, or $20 at ranger station.

MORE RECREATION
Airplane Sightseeing Rides Orchard Beach Aviation, 2323 Airport Rd, Manistee, MI. (231) 723-8095.
Rockin R Ranch, horseback riding, Bear Lake, MI. 231-864-3539
Cognition Science & Discovery (Kids), Beulah, MI.
Crystal Falls Mini Golf & Ice Cream, Benzonia, MI.
Furnace Street Bar & Distillery, overlooking Frankfort Harbor, Elberta, in the former Trick Dog building.
Fantail Farm, Horse drawn wagon and sleigh rides, 231-930-7216, Benzonia.
Michigan Legacy Art Park (& Hike), Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI.

Riverside canoe or kayak trips on the Betsie River
5042 Scenic Hwy, Honor, MI 49640, 231-325-5622

Betsie Valley Trail (Rails to Trails)
The Betsie Valley Trail is 22 miles long and extends from Frankfort through Elberta and Beulah to Thompsonville. Bike rentals in Frankfort, 231-399-0329.




Point Betsie Lighthouse tours, Frankfort, MI. (231)-352-7644,

FISHING

Great fishing can be had right off your dock on Upper and Lower Herring Lake. Please catch and release, especially on Lower and Upper Herring Lakes. For fishermen who like to cast near Lake Michigan, both Frankfort and Elberta have fishing piers on Lake Betsie, which is essentially Frankfort Harbor. It is known for salmon, brown trout, steelhead, smallmouth bass, and catfish.

On calm days, locals like to fish from the north and south cement breakwater piers that reach way out into Lake Michigan.

The Frankfort Tackle Box on Main St has bait, tackle, licenses and great advice. For salmon, lake trout and steelhead charters, I recommend Power Trip or Tiny Bubbles.

GOLF

Crystal Mountain
Top golf school in the state, driving range. 36 holes of scenic north woods golf with 4 distinct nines. 800-YOUR-MTN or 800-968-7686.
Pinecroft Golf Course
Views of beautiful Crystal Lake, driving Range, pro shop and snack bar. Reservations 231-882-9100.
Champion Hill
Located in the highlands of Benzie County with distant views of Lake Michigan, Platte Lake, and Crystal Lake. 501 N Marshall Rd Beulah 49617 231-882-9200
Arcadia Bluffs
Four-star golf course on Lake Michigan. Just south of Arcadia. 14710 Northwood Hwy, Arcadia MI. Bagpipers at sunset at the restaurant bar and terrace. 800-494-8666, restaurant 231-889-3009.
Frankfort Golf Club
9 hole public course. 1857 Golf Ln, Frankfort.
231-352-4101

BOAT RENTALS

Crystal Lake Adventure Sports
Main St Beulah & Frankfort. 231-399-0329 or 231-882-2527.
MacDonald Marine - 231-352-7970
Crystal Lake Marina – 231-882-7058

Property manager

Peter Turner

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 670 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats?

The closest beach to Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats is Frankfort Beach (9.2 km).

Does Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats?

No, Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lakefront Cottage #5, AC, Newly Remodeled, 8 Kayaks, 4 SUP, Rowboats Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Enjoyed our stay, although the weather didn’t cooperate. My husband did enjoy some fishing on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vaca
Very nice cottage, updated, and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
Nice small cottage on quiet lake. Family enjoyed the outside activities: kid kayaks, paddle boards, floating raft, lily pad and fire pit. Water is warm and shallow, nice for younger kids. Close enough to local sights. Comfortable beds. AC worked well. Would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Peaceful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
There for one night. Would do again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious
The views and the accommodations were amazing. And the hosts were lovely. Highly highly recommend, and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Father's day vacation
We loved our stay. We visited Frankfort and went to Sleeping Bear which was a 40 min drive away. The rest of the time we spent on the lake and enjoyed Kayaking. We had to share with other people but they where all really nice. That wasnt an issue at all. Overall we plan to come back again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Family trip
The paddle boards and canoes on the lake made the trip really fun for teenagers. Right on a nice lake so it’s shallow enough to explore and also swim out deeper and much warmer than Lake Michigan which is close enough to drive back and forth from easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krishna G., Troy, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Loved the location. The place was clean and on a beautiful lake. Would love to go back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice cabin on the lake for the weekend for the price of a hotel room in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chester B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it!!!!
My daughter and I only stayed for two nights but it was perfect. Adorable cabin. Adorable set up. Close to everything. The owner came by to welcome us our first night there. Can’t want to visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
Had a great stay. Went up for the fall colors and checked out a couple lighthouses and was close to town. Since Mother Nature didn't cooperate, we didn't really use the lake or property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated and Comfortable
Great place that has been fully updated and clean. It was nice to have free WIFI at this location. The lake was fantastic and had everything we needed. Owner was easy to contact and responded in a timely manner. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot on lovely lake
Newly updated (and not quite fully outfitted) very nice place. Small bedrooms but comfortable beds. Nice kitchen and living room with Roku TV and beautiful view of lake. Excellent internet. But best of all are the kayaks and assorted boats and outdoor lounging furniture, including a dock and a foam pad out on the lake. This part of the lake is very shallow--we walked out to the foam pad to hang out there. Very nice hiking nearby and very close to Lake Michigan. Beautiful sunsets. Host quickly responded to a call when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly d., Bloomington, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and recreational
Great cottage to visit the area, bike ride on the Betsie trail, see light houses, alpaca farm or heading to Frankfort for dinner or sit by the lake. Nice lake view from cottage, quiet, very comfortable, everything new. Already mentioned to owner some suggestions. Was able to grill and enjoy eating outside. Our cottage was attached to another and no one was in the other for 2 nights, after others arrived, it wasn’t as quiet, but that was our last night, so it was manageable. We would definitely come back to this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
Nicely updated and clean. Enjoyed many of the amenities onsite; kayaking, grilled out, sat on the deck to watch sunset and gaze at the multitude of stars in the night sky. We were very close to other points of interest; Frankfort, Crystal Lake, Beulah, Sleeping Bear dunes, Traverse City and many sandy beaches to choose from. I highly recommend this location, we felt nothing was lacking in our little cabin for the week. They even added more dock and seating while we were there. We do have one request of the owners, think about adding a fire pit for evening smores. Thank you for your attention to the little things, this made out trip enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin right on the lake. Cabins are brand new inside and amazing!
We had a wonder full time in this cabin. Easy check in and out. Everything was clean, beautiful and pretty well brand new. Plenty of kayaks and paddle boards for everyone. Thank you to our hosts for the lovely accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Pete was a big help with us being new to VRBO was a great location newly remodeled, very clean and pretty inside .loved the quiet lake front and towns were close . We plan to go back to fish hopefully this fall .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022