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Wonderful family home surrounded by woods

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A kitchen with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a Bosch dishwasher.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing and greenery.
A hallway with wooden beams, white walls, and a rug leading to a door.
A stone staircase leading up to a wooden deck, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Betsie Lake

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Basement living room

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 20 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Manitou - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful family home surrounded by woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful family home surrounded by woods located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Betsie Lake and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Michigan. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Frankfort Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very friendly, house has a warm cabin vibe, plenty big for smaller families, sits on top of a hill by itself giving it surroundings privacy, and partial but nice view of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Hi Alex, thanks for your review. We’re very happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Cate and Joe were wonderful host. their home is beautiful and perfect for our family vacation. The view of the lake was awesome. Can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2026
We’re happy you and your family enjoyed your stay, Carolyn. You are very welcome to come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean place, well maintained and had a lot of amenities. Very peaceful location and nice view of Lake Michigan from afar. Little to far from downtown and beach to walk but very easy drive to town. Hosts were very responsive and easy to work with. Even brought new bags of ice for us when they saw they were empty. Highly recommend if you are in Frankfort and want a quiet secluded space.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Thanks for your review! We’re happy you enjoyed your stay at our place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Lovely home secluded on the edge of town, perfect for our family vacation. Wonderful hosts and amenities, tranquil and relaxing yet so close to town and beaches. We are 100% hoping to plan a return stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, well maintained property. Entirely comfortable for a group of eight.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Thanks, Scott. We’re happy you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Retreat

This house was above and beyond our expectations. It had all the comforts of home and then some. Our favorite was the extra large deck with privacy and amazing views. It was such a pleasure to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you for your great review, David. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay! You are very welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and such a peaceful property! Kind and attentive hosts. We had a wonderful family vacation and look forward to returning again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2025
Hi Maya, Thanks so much for your kind review. We're happy you enjoyed your stay! We'd love to welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this house! It is a very nice home that has a great view of Lake Michigan. It’s located on a quiet hill offering lots of privacy. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. We hope to stay again in the future. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frankfort Fun!

Cate and Joe are gracious hosts with a fabulous home! Many amenities - so relaxing and private, yet close to everything ~ We will definitely choose this home for our next trip to Frankfort!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you, Barb! We’re so happy that you enjoyed your time at our place and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ironman

Everything was perfect! Very clean and close to town!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2023
We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving the house in great condition. You are very welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, spacious family home. The deck was lovely and perfect for eating meals and playing games. Hot tub was a great perk. Kitchen has everything you need and bedrooms and bathrooms are very spacious. Overall, this was perfect for our family vacation. Very quick drive to the Main Street and the beach too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely amazing

We booked this home for our parents and it was beyond expectations. From the size of the home, the ameneties, the well stocked kitchen and views, you could not go wrong. One great surprise were the deer wandering around with two fawns. Cate and Joe are highly responsive and a joy to rent from. 5 stars all the way
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frankfort Fun!

This was a beautiful getaway. So close to downtown Frankfort. We took some day trips to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, and Platte River. The house was exactly as advertised. It was clean, well kept, plenty of clean towels--even towels for the hot tub. The fire pit was great for our group. The homeowners were easy to reach for any questions we had. They were quick to respond and super helpful! Thank you for allowing us to use your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable home in beautiful setting.

My sister, her four grandsons, ages 10-17, my husband and I spent a wonderful week in this roomy and comfortable home. We've rented several places in northern Michigan and this one is tops. It is lovingly furnished and has plenty of space for reading, playing games, doing puzzles, using the Internet, etc. The kitchen is very well appointed and has multiple workstations. Plus, there is an entire pantry available for storing guests' food. The large deck overlooks lovely gardens, and the glider is a relaxing spot for adults and kids alike. Soaps, paper products and basic spices are thoughtfully provided. The managers are easy to work with and were responsive to our inquiries and questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you for your kind recommendation on this home. We try to make our house a home not just another rental. Your remarks are taken to heart and we will strive to make the house even warmer for our next guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect balance, secluded setting and close to town!

So many good things to say about this house. It is in a secluded setting yet close to town and other activities. The layout accommodated our group of six and one infant comfortably. The house was very clean, furniture in good shape, beds were comfortable, linens and towels fresh. Good selection of pots, pans, dishes with available pantry space for our items. Plenty of room for multiple cooks in the kitchen. Soaps, paper products and basic spices are thoughtfully provided. We enjoyed the spacious deck all day long and the lower-level patio was a bonus. The hot tub and fire pit were enjoyable on cool nights. Cate and Joe were very responsive to questions and requests. We felt very comfortable and welcome. So happy to find a property that checks so many boxes - looking forward to a return visit next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay in our home and that you felt comfortable and welcome! Thanks for taking such good care of our place and we hope you come back for another visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Getaway!!

I can’t say enough good things about this house - the house was spotless, the layout was great for entertaining, the hot tub was relaxing, the oversized deck was perfect for socializing in the evening and the house is in a totally private location, but so close to downtown and the beach. Loved this house and I would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2021
Hi David, We’re very glad you enjoyed staying in our home and are happy to have you return. Thanks for taking such good care of it and leaving it in great condition when you left.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location

Frankfort stay

House is spacious, clean, well appointed and accommodating for families. It is stocked with games, books, towels, etc and In fact has the feel of a primary residence as opposed to a rental. The location provides a secluded feel as it’s surrounded by a wooded area with no direct neighbors. The house is located at the top of a steep incline, however. So while the distance to downtown and the beach is well within walking or biking distance on paper, the driveway did make it prohibitive for children to walk or bike up. Check in was at 6 pm as opposed to 4 pm listed on Vrbo. The owner did text it was available at 5 pm though and met us at the house to provide Information and instructions. Owner also stopped in periodically to check on the hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2021
Thanks, Katie, for your feedback on your stay. It's good to hear your thoughts about our steep driveway and we'll make sure to include that in our property description. We've also made sure that our check-in/check-out times are consistent. As you mentioned, this has been our primary residence at times and we want guests to enjoy the comforts of being in a home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

The house is perfectly located in a secluded lot yet close to town for quick trips there. Also great location for fun outings to swim, kayak, hike and visit fun places like the Dunes. We will come back for sure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Convenient

We enjoyed the house. The yard was spacious and sunny and the house seemed isolated although it was just minutes from downtown Frankfort. The house was spotless, well-designed, and well-equipped. Communication was excellent and overall we enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend this house. One bedroom and TV room were in the basement and those stairs are a bit steep. They are well-constructed and perfectly fine for adults, but the elderly and small children might have some difficulties. Frankfort is a cute little town with a surprising numberr of takeout options (due to COVID-19 we don't eat in restaurants). There are several nice golf courses nearby and lovely beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house at end of road

This was a great house rental for me and my young family. The place was cleaned and all set up. The house is well stocked with dishes and pots and pans. The outdoor porch was great for dining during this wonderful weather. They had a bunch of books for all ages and even some toys for the little ones. Love the privacy and the wooded atmosphere. Great location to access a lot of destinations around the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Week

The exceptional landscaping of this house led to our enjoyment of it. The kitchen is well equipped, linens and towels ample as well. Delighted to find beach towels. The back deck is wonderful -- that in addition to the spacious dining room table allowed us to entertain some of our family for pizza one night. Not fond of driving to the lake but parking was not a problem. Would like another TV downstairs, but we didn't do much watching anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

This is the second year we have stayed here for our family vacation, the house is perfect and Richard and his wife are very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frankfort Mich. Day Ave.

We had a great stay at the Day Ave. home. Owners and VRBO agent were very accommodating and helpful and the home was as listed in all respects. Location was close to all of the areas we wanted to visit. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frankfort Stay!

This house was AWESOME! We were able to have bonfires, have a BBQ, use the new hot tub and quickly walk to the Pier! Rich was easy to communicate with and the house was very clean and stocked with everything that we needed. We are planning on returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Thank you for your review! We aim to please and want all of our guests to have the best time possible. We welcome your return next year. Please book as soon as you can to reserve your special week. 😃�
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great 👍🏼

We enjoyed the house and Mr. Lutz was very hospitable, we would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
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