Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability.

Frankfort, Michigan
$520 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

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.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Deposit Will Be Forfeit If Evidence Of Smoking Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Cathy G.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    We stayed here as a home base as we hosted our daughter’s reception at the Life Saving Station. Perfect location. The view is incredible. I loved waking up every morning as the lake came to life and loved every beautiful sunset. The home worked out great for us. The large counter space was so helpful as we prepared food for the event. We felt right at home. There were a lot of steps down to the beach but it was so worth it. Just a beautiful, gorgeous beach. The host was good with communication. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Tom G.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    great looking kitchen and main floor with a great view of the lake

  • Tammy A.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    Beautiful sunsets and walks on the beach! Kitchen was fully stocked and bed was very comfortable. The EV charger was so convenient!

  • Scott K.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Excellent lake view with freighters and an eagle. Excellent aesthetic design despite a few safety flaws and precarious beach access. The weather was less than perfect but good hiking all around us. The deer and TV bested the sporadic wet weather. WE did find negotiating the sloped stone floor stair landing in bare feet or stockings to be uncomfortable. Only descended to the beach once and felt tentative to try it again. Would suggest fixing the toe tripper floor transitions. Maybe paint the raised stair threshold white or a bright color. We also enjoyed the many excellent surrounding restaurants.

  • Elaine N.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    What a location! This is a stretch of Lake Michigan that is truly an amazing gem. It was wonderful heading down the bluff stairs to swim everyday and walk the beach for miles. The house is stylish and unique!

  • Heather H.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Our stay was amazing! It was clean and had everything we would have needed. How the supplies were organized and labeled were appreciated, along with the stock of spices. The views and the beach were beautiful! The communication with the host was great as well. We plan to stay there again.

  • Jeremy A.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    This is a wonderful, gorgeous, clean property. The kitchen is a dream, everything you could need, and the whole-house water filtration system is especially welcome. The beach is perfect, too. Really a special property! We'd love to stay there again.

  • Julie W.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    The view is astounding! It's 180 degrees of Lake Michigan, with Arcadia Dunes to the south, the horizon directly to the front of the home and the Frankfort lighthouse to the North. The views are great inside and on the deck. The home is great! The kitchen is perfect for meals at home. We usually choose to eat at the home because there are no restaurants with such a beautiful view. This is the third year we've rented this home and hopefully, if the owners will have us, it won't be the last time we stay at this beautiful spot.

  • Patricia L.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    The home was in a fabulous location with access to the beautiful private beach. Everything was very clean and the home was equipped with all the amenities needed for a great vacation. The only down side was the sleeping area off the great room. The pull out couch was lovely but the area did not provide much privacy. It worked for my 16 year old but might be hard for others looking for bedroom type arrangements. We loved staying here and would definitely visit again.

  • Audie O.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    The location of this property is spectacular! The living room, tv room and kitchen are lovely. Kitchen is fabulous. Sleeping area leaves a little to be desired compared to the upstairs. The view is gorgeous and the beach is fantastic. If you're a rockhound, this might not be a spot for you. Very sandy beach! Stairs to the reach need updating. One spot in particular is hazardous as it goes from normal gait between steps to a shortened gait and steeper than the rest of the stairs. Throws you off balance. Finally, there was a communication lapse that could have been quite serious and when a response finally arrived, it was less than satisfactory. I don't like giving negative feedback. In this case, it is my hope that the owner will adjust accordingly because it really is a pretty sweet spot.

  • Evan M.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    This house was perfect for a weekend getaway for my partner and I. Lovely panoramic view of the lake. House is set in the woods at the top of the dune with ateps down to the lakeshore within feet of the deck. Beautiful location.

  • Patricia M.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Very cool house in a quiet area with a magnificent view and beach. The house is a woodsy surrounding but the view from the deck, main room and kitchen seating island is amazing. Kitchen has everything you need to support cooking all your meals. The house worked well for us, just two people and we had a third person with us for three nights. Beach was quiet and lovely for long walks. Communication with owner was great through the app and he was responsive. Thank you!

  • Amanda K.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    We had an enjoyable time at this rental. Views are breathtaking, beach was nice and not busy. Downtown Frankfort was super close and enjoyable to shop and dine. Grocery store close by. Everything you would want for a relaxing beach getaway!

  • Trevor H.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    We go up north multiple times per year. This is hands down the best rental we have ever stayed in. 10 out of 10 will be back!!!

  • Julie W.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    We had a wonderful time. We walked on the beach and sat up on the deck everyday and all day. Its so beautiful and peaceful. We ate at home because no restaurant could offer the view from this lovely home. It's hard to leave.

  • Nolan G.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    House was very spacious and clean. The view was amazing. Loved it

  • Jill K.

    Submitted May 30, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    My husband and myself and our two young children enjoyed our stay here! Perfect home for a family of 2 young children or even just a couple visiting. Beach was beautiful, totally private but a HIKE down there. Be warned lol! Kitchen was beautiful and equipped with everything you need.Very clean & great time! Hosts were helpful and provided lots of local resources and ideas!

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$520+
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