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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Arcadia, MI
  • Popular LocationArcadia Dunes4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Point Dunes Nature Preserve5 min drive
  • Popular LocationArcadia Bluffs Golf Course17 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)37 min drive

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About the area

Arcadia

On the beach.You'll find Lake Michigan and Arcadia Dunes within 3 miles (5 km) of this cabin. Also, Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve is within 3 miles (5 km) and Inspiration Point is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Arcadia Dunes - 4 min drive
  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 5 min drive
  • Inspiration Point - 7 min drive
  • Frankfort Beach - 13 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • A&W Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Stormcloud Brewing Company - 13 min drive
  • The Hotel Frankfort - 13 min drive
  • Frankfort Dairy Maid - 11 min drive
  • Port City Smoke House - 11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets

Private beach on Lower Herring Lake, sandy beach, gradual drop-off, private dock, 2 new kayaks, 2 new stand up paddleboards, new lifejackets, new 42" HD TV, access by boat or 1.3 mile car ride to miles of beautiful, private beach on Lake Michigan, pristine, private, and undeveloped beach for miles, with dunes blending into forests. This is like Sleeping Bear without the park rangers or fees. Never a crowd and often never anybody. Miles of beach was saved from development by the Noble family through the Watervale Inn. We only rent by the week in July and August.

We have another lake front rental 3 doors to the north of this one, 370427, 7 lake front cottages on Upper Herring Lake, about a mile away, 1957430, and two on Crystal Lake, about 20 minutes north, 1852762 and 2009011

We are a quarter of a mile thru forest from the paved road, very quiet and peaceful. Cabin has a screened in porch, fireplace, full kitchen, dishwasher, 3 bedrooms, 2 queens and twin bunk beds, 2 twin roll-a-way beds. Tongue and groove pine walls, big fireplace, amazing views. Wifi, firewood, two kayaks, two paddleboards and a canoe included plus a propane grill.
Watch postcard perfect sunsets over either lake. We are 6 miles south of Frankfort, 5 miles north of Arcadia.
Herring Lake connects to Lake Michigan via a shallow, sandy stream directly across the lake.
Amenities: All linens provided, canoe, 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, life jackets, paddles, full kitchen, gas stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, smartTV, WIFI, DVD player, beach chairs, propane grill, kid DVDs and grown up movies, porch table with 4 chairs. Please note, the smart HD TV streams your Netflix, Amazon etc but we discontinued satellite TV.

Miles and miles of rails to trails bike paths in the area, running between Elberta, Frankfort, Beulah and Thompsonville. SUP, pontoon boat, speed boat and sailboat rental available right on the lake, delivered to your beach.

I'll send a detailed list of things to do, complete with golfing, fishing, shopping, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, hiking, biking, pick-your-own strawberries and cherries, flying tours, Indian casino's, restaurants, sights, movies etc.

Property manager

Joe Turner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Great View Private Beach Dock Sunsets
Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Cabin
Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Arcadia

Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!!
We had an amazing time during our stay at Peter's cabin. Cute cabin, on the lake, surrounded by trees. Beautiful scenery, something out of a movie. Perfect location on the lake for our 2-year-old. Private sand area by the dock in front of the cabin. The water is only about 1-2 feet deep until the end of the dock which was perfect for our son to play in. Happy we were on Lower Herring as it was calm enough for us to get in the water every day. Loved access to the private beach at the Watervale Inn. When we went, we were the only family there. White sand and blue clear water. The location of the cabin was perfect. Easy 10-minute drive to Frankfort, Empire and about 15 minutes to Bealuh. We will most definitely be back. We were also allowed an early check in and late check out. Peter was very responsive and a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Reading the reviews, I thought the place would be dirty and brought cleaning supplies. It was not dirty at all, very clean. Some elements were worn, but it’s not advertised as brand new so I was expecting older. All major appliances worked great. The owner helped us find a small sunfish boat on the lake, which was very kind. He responded promptly to our requests, and sorted out one issue we had. The views are perfect and the amenities of all the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards was a major draw for us - they were all in good working order. Plenty of life jackets and paddles. We used every boat at least once, and not one had issues. Noise around us was low, evenings were pleasantly quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location
Had a great time, this is a wonderful property and a charming old cabin with a pleasant owner. Only complaint came from my elderly parents who found the beds old and uncomfortable and sagging in the middle. Loved the location on Lower Herring, great trails nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Julie Y.

Rustic with a View
We love Lower Herring Lake and the whole surrounding area. We rented this property because a member of our group was doing the Frankfort Iron Man so the location was ideal. Peter was very prompt in answering calls with questions and help getting into the cabin. The cabin is directly across from “ the cut” access to one of the most beautiful stretches of Lake Michigan you can find. That said, be prepared for a rustic stay. I did spend some time cleaning surfaces and sweeping away thick spider webs from the outside windows. The doors are tricky but expected due to the age of the place. I would say that just a few updates ( like a new coffee pot) could make this place more charming . We did enjoy our stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but needs maintaining
We rented the cabin in late July hoping for some quality lake time. While the location is great - on a small lake, just streets away from Lake Michigan - the cabin itself is in need of some TLC. We knew from the photos and previous reviews to expect rustic, however what we found was a large amount of bugs inside as a result of several broken or poorly installed screens and multiple leaks on rainy days (furnace and sun porch). We made the best of it during our stay, but would not return here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kelly S.

Great location and sunsets, gross lake bottom
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is nothing fancy, in fact everything is very dated but that's typical for the area. We didn't really spend too much time inside so it didn't bother us. Pros: There are kayaks, a row boat, canoe and paddleboards available to explore the lake. There is a fun sand dune and an outlet to lake Michigan directly across the lake from the cabin, maybe 10-15 min with an easy kayak ride. My kids LOVED running up and down the sand dune. The water is very close to the house, a comfortable temperature in July, and sunsets are beautiful! Cons: When we checked in we found cobwebs and dust in the counters. I didn't like that I had to clean when I first arrived. A major disappointment was the abundance of plants and weeds on the bottom of lake from the shoreline all the way past the dock. It covered nearly all of the lake bottom on the property and was very squishy when stepped on. I had inquired about water depth for the safety of my 4 and 6 year-old children (shallow like I hoped for) and I was expecting a sandy bottom since the owner knew my children would be playing there. If I knew there would be plants all across bottom of lake I would not have rented. But if you don't have the concern I'd still recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Time in Michigan
We have four kids age 6-16 and everyone really enjoyed this vacation! Kids learned how to kayak and paddle board in no time and loved spending time on the water. We loved being able to kayak over to Lake Michigan. We drove to Mackinac Island one day and went to Baldy Dunes another day. The rest of the time we spent at the cabin fishing, kayaking, and enjoying s’mores on the fire. It was the perfect vacation! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paola K., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location!
We loved staying on Lower Herring Lake! It was so fun to paddle across the lake, through the inlet to the shores of Lake Michigan. So beautiful. We also loved how close the cabin is to Frankfort, making grocery shopping easy. The cabin was well equipped with paddle boards, kayaks, and a canoe. Really appreciated the dishwasher and laundry set-up. The wifi was good, and the TV set-up was good too, we were able to watch the Olympics easily. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
The cottage was perfect. We will be back next year for sure!!

10/10 Excellent

Sena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful views, sunsets, and sunrises. Hike at Empire bluffs was fun. I always enjoy Frankfort shopping. The lake was warm so even in June in MI we were able to swim. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021