Lakefront Cottage #3, AC, Newly Remodeled, 4 SUPs, 8 Kayaks, Rowboats

Frankfort, Michigan
$345 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

This is cottage #3 of 5, two-bedroom waterfront cottages on 265' of frontage on Upper Herring Lake, newly remodeled, new kitchen, central AC, Kayaks, SUP.

For several families or groups, 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, plus 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
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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

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 700 Sq Ft (65 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Japanese
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Josh

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    Absolutely wonderful

  • Barbara G.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 16, 2025

    very nice cabin in a good location

  • Denise W.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    The cottage was clean and ready for us when we arrived. We had a minor issue, contacted owner and he came to cottage and fixed it the first evening. He gave us suggestions on where to eat and sites to visit. Setting was quiet and peaceful. Very enjoyable!!

  • Lara S.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    We really enjoyed the lake & kayaks.

  • AMC L.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Was a beautiful place to stay! Worked out well for our weekend trip and definitely appreciated the waterfront view and free kayak use! Super peaceful lake, not too busy or noisy. Close to the cute town of Frankfort. Definitely recommend the restaurants “Birch and Maple” and the Taco place right next door to there as well. The only complaint I had was that because of the shared Wi-Fi among the cabins, on the evening when we planned a movie night, the movie would not play on the smart tv because the Wi-Fi was too much in use (in the other cabins) and we had to wait until the other cabin turned their show off before we could get the movie to play. If I had known beforehand, I would have brought a dvd and player to hook up. But, overall, I would book here again.

  • judy S.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    Very pleased with property. 2 adults and 2 teens. Clean. Nice setup with numerous cottages. Easy access to laundry in main house, with 2 washers and 3 dryers. Nice sunset view from chairs on the dock. Good location for Sleeping Bear dune, Cherry Bowl drive in. Explored nearby towns of Beulah and Frankfort, with cute shops. Wasn't warm enough to use SUP and kayaks but they looked nice. Would stay here again.

  • Paula R.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    We had a relaxing time in our cottage. Sitting on the dock watching the sunset was magical. There were paddle boards, kayaks, and rowboats to use. The cottage was clean, comfortable, and had all the amenities we needed.

  • Elizabeth S.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Nice time. Cottage on the lake had all the basics needed, suitable cleanliness for a cottage style accommodation, and beautiful views out the windows. The dock chairs, fire pit, and boat options were well used by our group. Nice location to break up the drive coming up north to hit up sleeping bear dunes. Little pricy, but for Memorial Day weekend as a late booking, knowing everything is pricy, I'm not complaining....much better than a hotel room for only a little bit more cash, and gave the up north vibe without the work and discomfort of camping. Host was friendly and responsive. Our group was 3 teens and 2 adults, and we didn't feel cramped using the pullout couch, trundle bed, and main bedroom.

  • jblood98

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Very nice property perfect for our stay

  • Dan K.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    The property was clean and comfortable for two people (maybe for parents and very small children). The two bedrooms were small with not much room for luggage or moving around. The VRBO description said the property would sleep six and had a hot tub. As stated above, the property was fine for two adults and would not accommodate six people. There was no hot tub.

  • Gary D.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    We had a lot of fun with the available kayaks and paddle boards. Thank you very much, we really enjoyed being there.

  • Jodi P.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    Lovely, quiet lake with easy access to Lake Michigan and Frankfort.

  • lyndsey M.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

    Beautiful place

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