Cozy Cottages in Frankfort

The Maple Cottage - Walk To Beach & Lake Michigan offers accommodations in Frankfort, a 9-minute walk from Frankfort Public Beach and 29 miles from Kresge Auditorium. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 31 miles away.

- "wonderful and very comfortable."

Welcome to Our Outlet- at the Outlet!

Come relax in our updated, open concept cottage located on a dead end street that leads right into Crystal Lake (~175 feet to lake access). Owned and operated by our family of four, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers plenty of space to unwind and enjoy the area. Utilize the fully stocked kitchen and outdoor griddle, spread out in the backyard (next to a wooded lot), or find a game to play in the basement when you're not enjoying the water (paddle boards and kayaks provided).

Location:
Located in a private neighborhood with locals and seasonal guests, our cottage provides a serene escape. Enjoy access to the large Outlet Bay sandbar on Crystal Lake or play in the front or back yard. Bike to Beulah or Frankfort on the Betsie Valley Bike Trail, a 1/2 mile away. The DNR boat ramp is a mile away (no dock, hoist or mooring available on Crystal Lake with our property; items cannot be left at lakeshore). Frankfort and Lake Michigan are an easy 5 minute drive or explore nearby wineries/breweries, golf courses, ski resort, and Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Accommodations:
-Bedroom 1: King bed, standard closet, main floor
-Bedroom 2: Two twin beds, standard closet, main floor
-Bedroom 3: Queen bed, standard closet, basement
We allow eight guests so plan accordingly for sleeping arrangements.

Our 1,800 sq ft cottage features:
-Full kitchen with modern appliances
-Air fryer, slow cooker, Keurig coffee maker, ice machine
-High-speed WiFi, 2 Smart TV's, dedicated workspace
-Air Conditioning
-Outdoor dining area (picnic table for 8), griddle/grill, fire pit
-Keyless entry and free parking (up to 3 vehicles) in private drive

House Rules:
-Strictly no loud noise (no fireworks), parties, or gatherings exceeding occupancy limit
-Respect neighbors' privacy and stay in designated property and lake access areas
-Smoke-free home, no pets allowed (we do bring our pets so not pet-free)
-Check-in at 4:00 pm, check-out at 10:00 am (professionally cleaned between guests)
-Provide your own life jackets and bicycles
-Fireplace is not available for guest use

Welcome Guide:
A detailed guidebook includes arrival details, house rules, safety information, local favorites, and more. Local brochures and menus provided at cottage.

We provide a starter package of paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap, and dishwasher tabs. You may need to purchase more of these items during your stay. We also supply all bed linens plus bath and kitchen towels. Other items not included in this list are not guaranteed. Please reach out to inquire if a particular amenity is important to your stay, or plan accordingly.

At booking, you will be given the option to select a damage waiver. This waiver protects you in case there is accidental damage during your stay. We know accidents happen so please report any damages so we can properly prepare for future guests.

While this property is new to VRBO in 2025, we are not new to hosting. We loved our first cottage (VRBO #2249821; 9.8/10 based on 48 reviews) but when our neighbors decided to sell their cottage, we couldn't pass up the opportunity for a larger space on the same street. We're working to make this one our own and continue creating memories, even with it's quirks (unlevel floors in a couple of spots). We look forward to sharing it with you.

- "Had a great time at the lake. Very clean and close to all amenities. Enjoyed the backyard and space in the basement!" - "Great property. Close to everything. "

Cozy Cottage In The Pines is located in Frankfort, just 1.4 miles from Frankfort Public Beach and 29 miles from Kresge Auditorium. This vacation home provides accommodations with a balcony. The vacation home also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. The vacation home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking. For guests with children, the vacation home features a baby safety gate. Guests at Cozy Cottage In The Pines can enjoy skiing and fishing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Manistee County-Blacker Airport, 32 miles from the accommodation.

View • Child Friendly • Security/Safety • Balcony/Terrace • Accessibility • Skiing • Pet Friendly • Other • Sports/Activities • Wheelchair Accessible • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Guest Services

This is a very cute little 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in an incredible location in the heart of downtown Frankfort! It's just 2 blocks from downtown Frankfort's shops, cafes, and restaurants and only 3 blocks from Frankfort Beach on Lake Michigan! Includes Wi-Fi, live streaming television, window A/C unit, and main floor washer and dryer! Perfect layout and location for a fun trip to explore Frankfort with all of Frankfort's top destinations just a short walk from the house!

The home is in an incredible location right in the heart of downtown Frankfort in the middle of Frankfort's downtown residential district! It's just 3 blocks from the gorgeous and family-friendly Frankfort Public Beach on Lake Michigan and Frankfort's famous lighthouse. It's also just 2 blocks from Main Street in Frankfort, which features a growing collection of restaurants, cafes, shops, a microbrewery (Stormcloud), and a historic movie theater (The Garden Theater).

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) Pets are not permitted at the property.
2) There is not a door going to the second bedroom. There is just a curtain.

- "This was a perfect last minute weekend getaway. Super clean and easy walking distance to everything in Frankfort. Also an easy drive to everything in the area. Property manager was very easy to communicate with. "

New! Elberta Cottage - Very Cute! Great Spot! offers accommodations in Elberta, a 16-minute walk from Elberta Beach and 29 miles from Kresge Auditorium. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, 3 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. The accommodation has a fireplace. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 29 miles away.

Parking • Fireplace/Heating • Pet Friendly • Internet • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Other • Security/Safety • Child Friendly

Beach Town Escape is an absolutely adorable cottage that has been completely remodeled during 2019-2020! It has matching vibrant beach tones throughout the entire home and echoes a very fun and cheerful atmosphere for all! It has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an upstairs living area that basically functions as a third bedroom with 2 twin-size beds. The cottage has WiFi, live streaming television, and DirecTV. It's in a nicely quiet and safe location, but still close to downtown and the beach.

NEIGHBORHOOD:

The cottage is walking distance from the fun and excitement of downtown Frankfort and its shops, cafes, and restaurants. It also walking distance (about 1 mile) from Frankfort Beach and Lake Michigan. It is also conveniently located just 20 minutes from Crystal Mountain Resort (to the southeast), 10 minutes from Crystal Lake (to the northeast), 30 minutes from the start of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore (to the north), and about 60 minutes from downtown Traverse City (to the east). The cottage is really in an exceptional location to experience all that Northern Michigan has to offer!

GUEST ACCESS:

Guest have complete access to the entire property except for a storage closet and the storage shed in the backyard.

TRANSIT:

There is some limited public transportation via the Benzie Bus, but it is recommended that guests have their own vehicle.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

(1) AIR-CONDITIONING: The cottage has window A/C installed during the summer months. It does not have central A/C.
(2) PARKING: Guests must park only in the driveway. Parking on the lawn or on any grassy area is strictly prohibited.
(3) COFFEE MAKER: The home has a Keurig coffee maker.

- "Nice place! Very clean and comfortable." - "Perfect house for us. Recently remodeled in a quiet neighborhood." - "Everything we needed. And close enough to downtown and the beach. Would stay here again." - "This was a cozy little house perfect for 2. It was a great location away from the main road so was quieter. We had a daily visit from a deer that had her doe in the brush.It was such a beautiful town and the beach was amazing. The views of the lighthouse and beach were nice. The house has everything you need except central air and firewood. We had the heat on the first night and than the air conditioner the rest of the time. Most places dont have air so it is a plus!"

Leelanau Cottage - Gorgeous & Great Location! offers accommodations in Frankfort, a 13-minute walk from Frankfort Public Beach and 28 miles from Kresge Auditorium. This vacation home features accommodations with a patio. The vacation home also provides free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. The vacation home consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. The accommodation has a fireplace. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 30 miles away.

Wheelchair Accessible • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Security/Safety • Accessibility • Fireplace/Heating • Internet • Other • Parking • Pet Friendly • Smoking • Child Friendly

Located on the South shore of Crystal Lake with 60 feet of sandy beach, this newly remodeled 4 BR/1BA (w/separate room w/double vanity) comes to you with a deck, fireplace, laundry, and wonderful lakefront views from the deck or beach itself. The four bedrooms include 2 x Queen, 1 x Bunk & Twin & 1 x Full are all on the 2nd floor. Plenty of room between the house and beach to relax on the hammock or roast marshmallows in the fire pit (don't have to worry about cars and kids!). Interested in setting up horseshoes or badminton? No worries, plenty of room. A charcoal Weber grill is also available for use. Conveniently located half way between Frankfort & Beulah and minutes from area attractions such as Crystal Mountain, Point Betsie, biking trails and Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore.

Smoking is prohibited. Beds have pillows, mattress pads & blankets. Pillow cases, sheets & towels are NOT Provided and must be brought with you. Sorry, no watercraft is available for use.

- "My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Crystal Lake Cottage, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. From the incredible location to the well-appointed house, everything about our stay was simply perfect. First and foremost, the location of this cottage is unbeatable. Situated right on the lake, we enjoyed direct and easy access to a private beach. The beach itself was a dream, with its pristine sand and crystal-clear, inviting waters. If was especially idea for families with little kids, as the water was not too deep. We spent countless hours swimming and building sand castles, creating memories that will last a lifetime. And let's not forget about the breathtaking sunsets we witnessed from the perfectly located fire pit. It was the idea spot to gather around with loved ones and bask in the beauty of the day's end. The house itself was spacious and clean. We were impressed by the stocked kitchen, which made it a breeze to prepare and enjoy meals with our family. There was ample seating and plenty of room for everyone to relax. The back porch quickly became our favorite morning coffee spot, offering a tranquil setting to start our day off right. Jay was incredibly responsive and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Additionally, the detailed document provided with nearby activities was a fantastic resource, allowing us to explore and make the most of our time in the area. We highly recommend!"

Bayside Cottage - Remodeled And Great Location! is located in Frankfort, just a 13-minute walk from Frankfort Public Beach and 28 miles from Kresge Auditorium. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. With direct access to a patio, the vacation home consists of 4 bedrooms. Offering a terrace, this vacation home also features a TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a bath and bathrobes. The accommodation is non-smoking. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 30 miles from the property.

- "Nice stay, nice large house backyard, no AC for hot temps"

Sitting at the top of a cedar-lined bluff, this charming and secluded contemporary cottage offers open beam ceilings, a wood-burning stone fireplace, soaring views of Lake Michigan, and 105' of private-access sandy beach. Only two miles from downtown Frankfort.

As you travel west toward Lake Michigan and turn onto the tree covered private drive, you'll know you've found a special place. Located on a one acre lot and over 200' from the road, this peaceful location will put you into vacation mode instantly.

The home has two bedrooms located in the walkout lower level of the home with polished concrete floors. The first downstairs bedroom is equipped with a bunk bed and trundle bed (three twin mattresses). The master bedroom has french doors and large, east-facing picture windows which provide a nature view of the property. It is equipped with a queen bed with memory foam mattress. Each of the rooms has a closet with hanging storage baskets and hangers. An ironing board and iron are provided.

The downstairs bathroom is a full bath with combination bathtub/shower, toilet, and double vanity. A hair dryer and first aid kit are located here.

Upstairs you'll find a 1/2 bath and laundry room with stacked full size washer & dryer.

The upstairs "bedroom" is a combination bedroom/TV room, which is somewhat open to the living area/great room. Though less private, this is the largest sleeping area with both a futon and a queen-sized sleeper sofa and has beautiful lake views.

The great room boasts the most dramatic lake views of the entire home and easy access to the deck. A wall of windows provide an unforgettable panorama of Lake Michigan framed by hearty cedar trees. A beautiful stone fireplace runs floor to ceiling in the center of the room, separating this area from the kitchen and dining peninsula. Note that the fireplace has been converted to a wood-burning insert/stove, with large viewing glass for a safe and smoke-free experience.

The galley style, eat-in kitchen includes a 36" 5-burner gas cook-top, built in 30" oven, refrigerator with built in water/ice dispensers, dishwasher, and 36" stainless steel apron sink (with reverse osmosis water dispenser and garbage disposal) set in marble countertops. Take your morning coffee on the outside deck or enjoy it in the kitchen without missing a view of the lake. Plates, bowls, silverware, pots/pans, cookie sheets, electric mixer, rice maker, bread maker, Ninja blender, electric griddle, Kurig coffee maker, french press, paper plates, paper towels, napkins, and well equipped spice rack are provided for your convenience.

The beach is accessible by stairs immediately off the deck, which take you directly down to the lake (~70 feet below). The stairs are shared with only one neighbor through a longstanding agreement made by the previous owner, which we continue to honor. An alternate set of stairs is available at the public access point at the end of Grace Rd (a nice alternative if you have guests with physical limitations).

If you drive an electric vehicle, Level 2 (240V) charging is available via an outdoor NEMA 14-50 (RV) plug, located within easy reach of the circle drive. With "your" portable charger and adapter, you'll be able to charge at (up to) a continuous 50A from this circuit allowing a quick top-off or full overnight charge for your EV. If you need a charger or adapter, let us know in advance and we will try to accommodate you.

Located just 1/2 mile off of M-22; Traverse City (and the region’s 40+ vineyards), Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Lake, Manistee, and Interlochen are each less than 50 minutes away. Spend the week exploring this wonderful little corner of the state or stay locally in Frankfort, the quintessential northern Michigan beach town. Though small in size, Frankfort offers a bakery, several cafes, shops, and restaurants, including Stormcloud Brewing, the local microbrewery. The city of Elberta, which sits on the opposite shore of Betsie Lake, boasts its own beach, several restaurants, and a distillery (with live music and wonderful views of Betsie Lake).

If you’re into fishing, you can fish from the Frankfort pier or choose from several local charters, all with great reviews. The Betsie River is well known for seasonal fishing of steelhead and salmon, but also trout.

If the wind is out of the south, surfing is quite popular on the leeward side of the pier (at your own risk).

The Betsie Valley bicycle trail can be picked up just 2 miles away in Elberta and will take you into downtown Frankfort or you can ride a paved trail all the way to Crystal Lake to the north. From Crystal Lake the trails turns back to the south and will take you all the way to Thompsonville. The trail is 22 miles long in total. https://betsievalleytrail.org/trail-map/

My wife and I purchased this cottage in the fall of 2018 and completely renovated the home over the fall/winter/spring of 2018/2019. New for the 2020 season is an outdoor shower and foot-wash station. The home is available as a weekly rental only, due to local ordinances, though we can accommodate shorter stays in the off-season. Please see the calendar for availability/pricing.

- "We love our August Lake Michigan getaway more every year. Very clean, modern property, equipped with everything you need. Communication with owners (Not a Management Company!!!) is excellent and appreciated." - "We had an amazing stay. The house is really lovely with a beautiful view over lake Michigan and amazing sunsets. The house had everything we could need with nice instructions on how to use appliances. Three kids shared the bunk room easily since there is a pull out trundle. We had adults in the main bedroom and on the pull out couch, which worked well for us. Steps to the lake are steep (but close by public access stairs are an easier alternative). The beach is awesome and we were lucky to have some beautiful beach days. The woods around the house make it feel very isolated and we spent mornings and evenings on the deck with the view. Kids had fun with a tree stump obstacle course in front of the house. I hope we can go back!"

Walk to Beach and Dtwn Frankfort Cottage with BBQ offers accommodations in Frankfort, a 11-minute walk from Frankfort Public Beach and 28 miles from Kresge Auditorium. Free Wifi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The vacation home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 30 miles from the property.

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This cute cottage is right across the street from beautiful Crystal Lake where you have a beach with lake access. If you have a boat, no problem, we have a mooring buoy that holds a boat up to 30 feet in length. A public boat launch is conveniently located adjacent to the property! The open floor plan is great for family fun or entertaining. Cable TV can be found in the living room as well as in the Master Bedroom. Wi-Fi is available for your personal devices. Bright and Airy best describes the feel of the decor. The spacious Living Room has an L shaped couch with plenty of seating, expansive glass sliding doors that open to a balcony that overlooks Crystal Lake. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, glass ware, pots and pans, cooking utensils, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and dishwasher. Both bedrooms have their own bathroom. The 1st bedroom features a King Size Bed, large closet, flat screen TV, and an adjoining full bathroom. The second bedroom has bunk beds and a large closet. The lower bunk bed is a full size bed, and the upper bed is a single. Located on the South Shore of Crystal Lake, just a 5 minute drive to Frankfort, which has small town charm with boutique shopping, and great restaurants. Frankfort also offers a public beach on Lake Michigan next to the pier. Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Park, Point Betsie Lighthouse, and several spectacular golf courses are nearby.

- "Great location across the street from a dock and also a public access boat ramp. House was super clean and well stocked. Host was a great communicator and check in was a breeze! Would definitely stay here again." - "We absolutely love Crystal Lake and the area and this house is the perfect location to enjoy it all! The 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms were great for our family and we will definitely be looking for this house again next summer! Everything was as listed and the owner responded quickly to our one question regarding our boat."

Park Vogel Cottage offers accommodations in Frankfort, 31 miles from Kresge Auditorium. The vacation home has access to a restaurant. The vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests at Park Vogel Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Frankfort, like cycling. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 33 miles from the property.

Child Friendly • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Security/Safety • Restaurant • Sports/Activities • Guest Services • View

Two bedroom, one bath, comfortable and peaceful...This cottage is ideally situated on the South shore of Crystal Lake, about halfway (5 min. drive) from either Frankfort or Beulah. It has 82 feet of beautiful, private beach, large dock with platform, boat hoist, and is a short boat ride (or even paddle) to the sand bar. This is a quiet neighborhood of small cottages, and there are no roads to cross between the cottage and beach. (Please note that the map is incorrect in showing a road between cottage and beach).

This cottage offers lots of privacy, tucked into woods on a few sides where you may observe deer or foxes. There is a lovely deck on front with an amazing view directly onto the large lawn, beach, and lake. There is a fire pit (on beach) and gas grill (outside cottage) as well as a wood-burning stove. Lots of outdoor space for kids (and adults!) to run and play or relax and unwind. Indoor space is cozy and comfortable, making even rainy days enjoyable for games, reading, or movies. It's a place for enjoying the best of the simple life and making memories to last a lifetime! (And, for modern convenience, it has internet and Hulu/Amazon/Netflix etc. enabled t.v. and DVD player).

The surrounding area has so much to offer with many outstanding restaurants, bike and hiking trails, summer concerts and festivals, water sports, etc. There are beautiful public beaches on Lake Michigan as well as many pristine inland lakes and rivers for floating or paddling. This area has been recognized for many outstanding features that are easy and scenic drives, such as the Sleeping Bear Dunes (most beautiful place in America), Moomers Ice Cream (Best ice cream), numerous wineries, breweries, and distilleries, and local businesses (check out Gwen Frostic and Cherry Republic, for a couple examples). We'd be happy to help provide suggestions specific to your preferences. It's a place where you can do as much, or as little, as you'd like to create your perfect vacation.

** Please note: This beach/lawn is actually about 100 feet wide. 82 feet (including dock, firepit, shed, water toys, chairs, etc.) are private and exclusively for use of the blue cottage tenants/renters. An additional 18 feet on the Eastern side, accessed by a landscaped path on the same side, is an easement access for 2 other cottages (owners and 1 other neighbor). Easement access is limited to walking to/from the lake and/or sitting with separate chairs on that 18 feet. Renters are also welcome to use this 18 feet to enjoy the full 100 or consider it a "neighboring beach" and enjoy the other 82! :)

- "This property was perfect for our family. It was just as described and how others noted it had everything needed. Our boys enjoyed playing in the yard and swimming. Close to many activities. Highly recommend!" - "This was my second visit to the Little Blue Cottage and I hope there will be many, many more!!! The setting of the cottage overlooking Lake Crystal couldn’t be more peaceful and picturesque." - "Absolutely delightful! Cottage was charming, extremely clean and the location was perfect. Owners were very kind & very responsive! We hope to return next year."

Walter Cottage offers accommodations in Frankfort, 30 miles from Kresge Auditorium. The vacation home has access to a restaurant. This vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 32 miles away.

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Harbor Haven is tucked away from the bustle of town but is still just two blocks from Main Street's shops and restaurants. The cottage includes a full kitchen, living room, dining room, bedroom and full bath. Parking provided.
The kitchen is stocked with microwave, coffeemaker, toaster, blender, dishware, glassware, and cookware.
The bedroom, located off the living room, features a queen-size bed and large closet.

- "Clean and nicely decorated. Good location. We had a wonderful and comfortable stay." - "This property is beautifully situated in Frankfort. It is a short walk to the amazing beach and pier, as well as the shops and classy restaurants. The property itself is very comfortable and well equipped with everything you’ll need for your visit. Communication with our host, Jon was easy and she was very helpful and kind. I am certainly planning to stay here again!"

Powers Cottage offers accommodations in Frankfort, 25 miles from Kresge Auditorium. The vacation home has access to a restaurant. The vacation home also offers facilities for disabled guests. The air-conditioned vacation home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. The vacation home also features outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day outdoors. Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 33 miles from the property.

Accessibility • Sports/Activities • View • Air Conditioner • Guest Services • Restaurant • Ocean View • Private Beach • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Kitchen • Wheelchair Accessible • Fireplace/Heating

This is cottage #2 of 5, two-bedroom waterfront cottages on 265' of frontage on Upper Herring Lake, newly remodeled, new kitchen, central AC, Kayaks, SUP.

For your friends, we have 9 lakefront cottages close to Frankfort on Crystal Lake, Lower Herring Lake and Upper Herring Lake.

On Crystal Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1852762
On Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/370427
Cabin on Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/398063
On Upper Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1957430
5 Lakeside Cottages on Upper Herring Lake,
#1, https://www.vrbo.com/2913627
#2, https://www.vrbo.com/2872448
#3, https://www.vrbo.com/2820357
#4, https://www.vrbo.com/2888113
#5, https://www.vrbo.com/2888168

Right on the water, very quiet. Comes with 4 shared tandem kayaks, 4 kiddo kayaks, 4 paddleboards, propane grill, dock, picnic tables, 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, two twins in the second bedroom, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room.

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 5:30-7 pm, all inclusive. Park by the tennis courts.

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

Roadhouse Mexican, Benzonia

Cherry Hut, Local landmark, great sandwiches, burgers, shakes, pies. Benzonia on M-31.

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

Lighthouse Café, Breakfast and lunch, Elberta.

Cabbage Shed, on Frankfort harbor. Open stage nights for musicians. Elberta.

Vita Bellam, 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, Dairy Maid next to Family Fair grocery store, and 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. 2 1/2 Mile Walk on the Lake Michigan beach to Elberta.
Start at the Green Point Beach or Grace Rd Beach, turn right (north) all the way to Elberta Beach. Meet your party or park a car at Elberta Beachnext to the breakwater. This hike is best done in the morning when the beach is in the shade. Elberta Beach is close to Cabbage Shed and Furnace St Distillery

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

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.

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

- "Cottage was small but perfect size for the two of us. Quiet peaceful lake, loved sitting on the screened porch watching the herrons and ducks. Didn't use the available rowboats, kayaks or SUP's this year but looking forward to a future stay with kids and I'm sure we will use them." - "Lake is not busy and shallow for kids to play. Tons of paddle boards, kayaks, and row boats available. Only 10 minutes to Frankfort. Very lovely cottage with everything we needed to get away. Thanks Peter!"

This is cottage #2 of 5, two-bedroom waterfront cottages on 265' of frontage on Upper Herring Lake, newly remodeled, new kitchen, central AC, Kayaks, SUP.

For your friends, we have 9 lakefront cottages close to Frankfort on Crystal Lake, Lower Herring Lake and Upper Herring Lake.

On Crystal Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1852762
On Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/370427
Cabin on Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/398063
On Upper Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1957430
5 Lakeside Cottages on Upper Herring Lake,
#1, https://www.vrbo.com/2913627
#2, https://www.vrbo.com/2872448
#3, https://www.vrbo.com/2820357
#4, https://www.vrbo.com/2888113
#5, https://www.vrbo.com/2888168

Right on the water, very quiet. Comes with 4 shared tandem kayaks, 4 kiddo kayaks, 4 paddleboards, propane grill, dock, picnic tables, 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, two twins in the second bedroom, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room.

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 5:30-7 pm, all inclusive. Park by the tennis courts.

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

Roadhouse Mexican, Benzonia

Cherry Hut, Local landmark, great sandwiches, burgers, shakes, pies. Benzonia on M-31.

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

Lighthouse Café, Breakfast and lunch, Elberta.

Cabbage Shed, on Frankfort harbor. Open stage nights for musicians. Elberta.

Vita Bellam, 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, Dairy Maid next to Family Fair grocery store, and 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. 2 1/2 Mile Walk on the Lake Michigan beach to Elberta.
Start at the Green Point Beach or Grace Rd Beach, turn right (north) all the way to Elberta Beach. Meet your party or park a car at Elberta Beachnext to the breakwater. This hike is best done in the morning when the beach is in the shade. Elberta Beach is close to Cabbage Shed and Furnace St Distillery

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

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.

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

- "We really enjoyed the lake the paddle boards and kayaks. Short drive the beach! I wish the grill worked, it was full of water and rusted. That would be my only suggestions for improvement." - "Great location on the water with just a few other rentals. Wonderful for all ages with swimming, wildlife and paddle boards/kayaks to keep busy. Lots of nearby attractions." - "This is right where you want to be. On a beautiful lake with spectacular sunsets, near Lake Michigan, hiking, dunes and fun. New home, right on the lake. We loved the kayaks. Saw herons and eagles. We didn’t want it to end"

Park Vogel Cottage

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Just two blocks from Crystal Lake, this cottage has enough natural elements to keep the lake feelings going long after the life jackets have been put away. Guests can relax in the enclosed porch as the sun goes down, admiring the view and the heat without having to dodge the insect visitors. The wood-burning fireplace can warm up the chilliest of nights. Cooking in the full kitchen is easy, and guests can partake in the store of books set aside for their enjoyment.

Please note that this property does not have A/C.

What's nearby:
In addition to Crystal Lake, this home is also within 12 miles of Rush Lake, Platte Lake, and Little Platte Lake. Point Betsie Lighthouse (just over two miles away) is the perfect gateway to Lake Michigan. Golf courses abound in this area, the closest being Pinecroft Golf Course, (just over 11-and-a-half miles away), Crystal Lake Golf (about 12-and-a-half miles away), and Champion Hill Golf Course (14 miles away).

Things to know:
Free WiFi and cable
Full kitchen
Please note that this property does not have A/C.

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

- "If you're looking for a small cozy cabin, you found it. Very well decorated inside with many nautical trinkets. Love the Huron Light-Ship. We stayed here, while competing in a sailing regatta at the Crystal Lake Yacht Club. Proximity was perfect, from distance to Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, and downtown Frankfurt. Everything was within a few minutes of driving. We took day trips up to Glen Arbor, Fishtown, and Sleeping Bear Dunes. We also went tubing on the Platte River. Our family enjoyed the open ceiling of the cottage, and the ability to casually talk over the walls while laying in bed at night. I'd strongly suggest this place!"