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Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living Room/ Dining Room
Living/Dining Combo open to kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Betsie Lake
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Elberta, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Elberta Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area

Lovely 6 Bedroom Victorian house for rent in the quaint village of Elberta, Michigan. This is less than two miles from downtown Frankfort and is located directly on the 22 mile Betsie Valley bike trail http://www.betsievalleytrail.org (M-22). Less than a 5 minute drive (or 15 minute bike ride) to Elberta or Frankfort Beaches and Marinas. Walk to the popular wedding venue the historic Life Saving Station, art galleries, waterfront parks and weekly farmers market. Walk a block to wonderful restaurants in Elberta. Try the Lighthouse Café (award winning breakfast) or Conundrum Café for Breakfast/lunch; Mayfair Tavern or the Cabbage Shed for lunch/dinner and night-time entertainment. There are also many wonderful restaurants in Frankfort- a short 5 minute drive or 15 minute bike ride away. The Conundrum Café offers bicycle rentals if needed. There are also plenty of water sport rental spots on the way to Frankfort. You are driving distance to golf courses, wineries, Crystal Mountain, the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and all of the adorable towns and beautiful beaches in-between.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please take the trash cans to the curb every Thursday evening for Friday pick-up.
If you need to cancel within 60 days of your reservation, you may re-schedule your reservation up until 14 days prior.
Please leave the house in good order upon departure. Please take the trash cans to the curb- handles facing the house- for Friday am pickup.

Important information

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Property # 692918vb
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

About the area

Elberta

Elberta is home to this holiday home. 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, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Elberta, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elberta Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 16 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Little River Casino - 36 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crescent Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Large Victorian House In Elberta/Frankfort Area located?

This family-friendly Elberta holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts and Elberta Beach are also within 3 miles (5 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. 43 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Excellent location

Such a cute house and just perfect for our family of children, teens and older adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thank you so much- it was a pleasure having you again 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariel M.

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

Relaxing vacation

We had a wonderful stay at the candy house! The home is cozy and the host does a great job of making sure that guests have everything they need while visiting. Located in a peaceful place and so close to the lake and all the beautiful spots in the region!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Thanks so much- it was a pleasure to have you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check ln was easy, kitchen was spacious and well stocked. Wi-fi worked great. Easy access and convenient to everything. The place is a little rough but great if you have pets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Fun in Frankfort

Had a great stay with friends in Frankfort. House was well located and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. Lighthouse Cafe was a 2 minute walk and offers a fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just as described, and had a lot of historic charm! It fit our group of 14 adults and children very well, and large full downstairs bathroom was great for getting kids washed up. Three of the bedrooms were fairly spacious, and the others worked well for kids. We love being close to Frankfort, and getting there by bikes or a run is easy on the beautiful path!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Lovely home for family vacation

This was our first VRBO vacation. Home was lovely, perfect for our family with room to spare. Great yard. Great location. Loved being so close to the trail for walking and biking. Communication with host was prompt and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Great location!

We appreciated the big yard for the kids and dog to play. The property is located in a quiet town close to numerous hiking trails and other tourist attractions. There was ample space for our group of 10 to relax on the porch or in the sitting room or living room to play games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you so much 😊
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Loved this cute Victorian gem!

Loved staying here. There were only 7 of us, but this would be great for girls weekends, big families- sleeps 14 I think. Steps away from the bike trail, eateries, etc. Great location. Thanks Michelle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thanks for the kind review!! Glad you enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cate F.

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

Girls Weekend in Frankfort

Location is great to do downtown Frankfort, to Lake Michigan and to Crystal Lake. We had a lovely time. Plenty of room for 8 women to sleep comfortably. Plenty of seating both inside and outside. It was a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eqsy access. Michelle was very responsive and accommodating. Good times.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

Perfect Women's Retreat

Thank you Michelle for allowing us to stay at the perfect place for our Women's weekend away. The house was absolutely perfect! We enjoyed a walk into Frankfort on the Betsie Trail for some ice cream and shopping. Our favorite part was drinking coffee on the front porch watching the sunrise! We can't wait to come back and visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thanks so much for your kind review! Glad you had a good time- we would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer g.

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

Great Family Reunion

Six adults and one dog from Phoenix, Kansas City and Philadelphia converged on the Candy House, and it was perfect! We all had more than enough space, and the location was ideal, between Frankfort and Onekama. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
Anytime- thank you for your kind review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying in this home! Everything was just as stated on Vrbo. All of our communication with Michelle was great from the beginning. One of the nights the wi-fi went out. We contacted Michelle, who got back with us immediately and it was fixed right away. Thank you, Michelle!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bambi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Almost perfect

The description of the bedrooms/beds was inaccurate and kind of put us in a bind. It left 2 people to sleep on the couches.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
I do apologize I will update the information on the listing. Bedrooms are as follows: 6 bedroom total- 2 have a king bed (1 of these also has single bed with a trundle); 2 have bunk beds; 1 has queen plus single; and 1 has a double bed with floor pull out ikea bed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

This house was a real gem

Nice big house was plenty for our extended family of nine. The location is great. Super close to Elberta and Frankfort beaches. Make the trip up to sleeping Bear dunes if you stay here it's well worth the drive. What really stood out to me about this house where all the small thoughtful touches. Beach chairs camp chairs the fire pit set up with chairs they really have thought of everything and you really don't need to bring anything besides maybe some extra toilet paper and paper towels if you go through a lot like we did. I definitely recommend this listing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2020
Thanks so much for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Friends and family gathering.

This trip is a traditional gathering of family and friends that have been meeting in this area. For us it’s been over 30 years and counting. We needed larger accommodations this year and this rental fit the bill perfectly. Large house with well maintained grounds and being able to bring our dog was a big bonus. Nice location to enjoy Elberta, Beulah, and Frankfort as well as spend time with friends staying at a resort a little further south. The house has everything you need and more even though most of your time is spent outdoors enjoying all this beautiful area has to offer. We hope to be able to get this house again the same week next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2023
Thanks so much 😊
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Morgan E.

Great for a weekend up north!

We recently stayed for a girls' weekend and really enjoyed the house! The updated kitchen was gorgeous and we loved the charm of this old fashioned home. There was plenty of space in the dining room and two main rooms for our large group. The bathrooms and bedrooms were clean and the backyard had a bunch of great outdoor furniture. It was just a short walk to the small Elberta strip and a short drive into Frankfort. Our only complaints were that the beds weren't very comfortable and that the fuses kept blowing the whole time (too many ladies trying to dry their hair at once), but the management was quick to respond to questions and it was a great deal for the price. We would definitely go back again and stay at the "Candy House".
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thanks so much for your kind review! I apologize again about the fuse issue- we are having an electrician take a look. Mattresses are new but we will see what we can do to make the beds more comfortable in the future. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mollie M.

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

Great space!

This lovely home was perfect for our group. Even with a large group, we still had plenty of space to move around. Awesome location to get to so many places and downtown Frankfort is very charming. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

The Cole F.

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

IM Frankfort

Great location & charming older home! Walk or bike everywhere. Owner was excellent to deal with on variety of topics.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Great location with lots of space for our girls trip!

Such a cute charming house, just like the photos! Very spacious for our group of 7 ladies, having 2 1/2 baths was perfect. The open floor plan was really nice for hanging out and talking and game night at the dining room table. The house was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking and meals, great showers/water pressure and it was sooo nice to have AC units! It has some of that old home charm with modern amenities. I loved the location a lot, Elberta is so small and cute with a few local spots to walk to, the Betsie bay trail right there for bike rides and right around the corner from beautiful Elberta beach and Furnace Street Distillery which I really recommend! (Amazing views and drinks) great home base for all the things you want to do in the Frankfort/Empire/Honor area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Luke D.

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

Great location - bring your bikes!

The house has everything you need and is in a great location. On a quiet street and plenty of space. Kids loved riding the bike trail to Crystal Lake and the beaches the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

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

Delightful

We had a wonderful time at this home. It was so nice that it accommodated a couple of families and was close enough to all the “up north” activities we were hoping to do. The owners were quick to reply to us when we communicated with them. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Huge house with tons of character

This was the second time we rented this house. Three families and two dogs up north for a ski weekend. Love the sleepy town of Elberta. Close to everything you need. Frankfort across the bay. Crystal Mountain a 20 minute drive. The old house has plenty of rooms, beds, and spaces. Furnished very well. Easy to book. Very accommodating owner. Plan to rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Nice looking old Victorian house

Plenty of space for many guests. Close to biking and hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ketan D.

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

Fall Tour

This is first time we came as group to see fall leaves. Location is nice. House is cute and very close to both local lake and Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Michelle O'Meara

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I grew up coming to northern Michigan for summer vacations. After moving out of state, my husband, two children & I have returned to the area to vacation with extended family. I had forgotten how beautiful it is in northern Michigan!! After spending time in Cape Cod, Florida and California, these are still my favorite beaches...

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the Frankfort area and I fell in love with this Victorian. We have put many hours of sweat equity into this house, but it has been a wonderful experience. We can't wait to spend some time up here and hope that you will enjoy it as much as we do.

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