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Wonderful family home surrounded by woods

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Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Betsie Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Frankfort Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪40 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

About this property

Wonderful family home surrounded by woods

Our secluded family home sits on a hill at the end of a dead end road above the small downtown of Frankfort, Michigan. The house is surrounded by trees which provide a feeling of privacy and yet is only a 15 minute walk to downtown and Lake Michigan. It’s a great central location for accessing activities in the area and also a wonderful place to sit back and relax on the deck with friends and family. Frankfort, Benzie County and Northwest Michigan offer a variety of activities- hiking, biking, golf, fishing, kayaking, surfing, farmers' markets, wine tours, restaurants, music, art, film, festivals, shopping, water/snow skiing, M22 scenic drives and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
The main floor has two bedrooms (1 master bedroom ensuite with king bed and 1 bedroom with a set of bunk beds and a queen bed), 1 full bath, an open kitchen/dining area, and an open living room with a wood burning stove. Large windows provide a lot of natural light. There is also a spacious deck with bench seating, a large table and chairs, hot tub, and a gas grill. The finished basement has 1 bedroom ensuite (1 queen bed), open rec/tv area with a fold-out couch and laundry area. The basement opens up to a lower brick patio area and has access to the garage. The driveway provides plenty of parking for cars/boats.

Property manager

Cate and Joe Hollenbeck

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes! Games, books, and some toys available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
1 pet, well trained, not allowed on furniture, fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Any smoking must be outside and butts disposed.

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 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/biking trails and cycling.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bellows Public Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Elberta Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cabbage Shed - ‬5 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.

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?

This family-friendly Frankfort holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan H., Plymouth, INDIANA USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ironman

Everything was perfect! Very clean and close to town!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lina S.

Secluded and comfortable accommodations

We stayed in early June and especially enjoyed the dining deck off the kitchen area. The house was also well stocked, clean and comfortable. It was nice that there were many indoor and outdoor toys for our daughter to use and interesting books for the adults to read. We had a great time and would stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

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

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

6/10 Okay

Katie J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrzej I.

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.

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Great 👍🏼

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

10/10 Excellent

Mb C.

Great house, lots of space and very comfortable in secluded woods

Lovely house. Very convenient for cycling, walks, quick trips to grocery. House itself very open and easy to entertain large family groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Ellen I.

A Great Family Get-away

What a wonderful home! This home was the perfect place for a family getaway. The house has many great amenities, which made our stay both comfortable and relaxing. There were only 4 of us, but the house can accommodate more. The owners have made many upgrades. When we walked in, the house felt like home. You can tell the owners have travelled the world and it was fun, and informative looking at all the beautiful mementos. The house is close to all the beautiful beaches and parks along Lake Michigan, especially Sleeping Bear Dunes. There are also many towns to explore along the Lake. We loved sitting on the deck at sunrise sipping early morning coffee and at sunset sitting around the fire pit after a long day of exploring. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this rental to others. Thank you, Richard Lutz for promptly answering all our questions and making this a great getaway for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Cate and Joe Hollenbeck

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Our parents/in-laws built our home in the 70s and we bought it from them in 1998. Since then we have lived in our home off and on and have returned to it every summer as we've lived and worked overseas. We have rented homes all over the world and appreciate when we stay in places that are well supplied and provide the extra touches of comfort and convenience. We hope that will be your experience as well when you stay in our home.

Why they chose this property

This is a wonderful place to have privacy yet still be close to town and the surrounding area. The house has many amenities that you might look for in renting a home instead of staying in a hotel. The kitchen is fully stocked and there are many books, games, and toys available for people of all ages. We're happy to help make your stay as pleasant as possible.

Languages:

Spanish