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Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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A bedroom with a bed, two windows with a view of the sea, and a small stool.
On the beach
A coastal property with multiple white buildings featuring red roofs, situated on a grassy hill overlooking a clear blue sea.
Smart TV, books
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 879 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Frankfort

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Frankfort vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. Frankfort Beach and Bellows Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Frankfort Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Little River Casino - 45 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8

Newer construction on Lake Bluff Preserve property overlooking Lake Michigan. Beautiful vistas from most rooms and small, private deck.

The Poplar apartment has a private entrance but is attached to a larger home called Spruce. It can be rented separately or by a large group in the Spruce with doors connecting the units on the main and bedroom floors. *Spruce and Poplar are automatically rented as one unit during summer (June, July, August).

Poplar two bedroom, 1.5 baths sleeps 8 in beds and has a large sofa, sleeper sofa and rollaway to accommodate a few more. Fully appointed modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances open to the main floor living space.

The Frankfort area is home to a deep water marina, the Stormcloud Brewery, Pointe Betsie Lighthouse, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Courses, wine tours, skiing at Crystal Mountain and you don't need to leave our property to hike, mountain bike and explore the dune and forests. Snowshoeing and cross country skiing can be enjoyed from your front door in the Winter. Crystal and Platte Lakes and the Betsie and Platte rivers provide sportsmen with fishing, kayaking, tubing and swimming with many gear rental businesses in the area.
Watch sunsets, bald eagles, whitetail deer, monarch butterflies and other native species from the comfort of your deck.

**Due to high water and erosion on Lake Michigan, we have closed the stairs down the Bluff. If you wish to spend time on the beach, we recommend the Frankfort Public Beach or any of the public beaches on Crystal Lake. We hope to reopen the stairs as soon as mother nature allows us.**

Very close proximity to M-22 makes Lake Bluff Preserve a great rally point for car and motorcycle touring clubs, wine tourists, retreats and reunions, golfers and anyone who wants a to behold the beauty of Lake Michigan and Northwest Michigan. Less than an hour to Traverse City, Leland, Arcadia Bluffs and Crystal Mountain.

There are 5 rentals at Lake Bluff Preserve:
Spruce House #1308269
Birch House #1319559
Poplar #1429525
Maple House #1429504
Dune House #1862182
Contact us for special rates if you are looking for multiple houses we can accommodate up to 70.

We welcome weddings, Family Reunions, Yoga Retreats on our Bluff overlooking Lake Michigan!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Apartment Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6 Frankfort
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Apartment Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6 Frankfort
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Apartment Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6 Frankfort
Lake Bluff Preserve Poplar Lake Michigan View Sleeps 6

Frequently asked questions

How close is Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.2 mi (50-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 to downtown Frankfort?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Frankfort.

Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod W.

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

Awesome location!

Great location on the bluff. Clean, has everything you need for comfortable stay. Great communication with Dawn and team. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

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

Quiet ski weekend get away

Third time staying at these properties. We have loved every time! Clean and comfortable rentals that are dog friendly. Off the beaten path so you have privacy and a wonderful view of Lake Michigan sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beauty

Highly recommend. Secluded location overlooking Lake Michigan. House was so clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

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

Winter Break Getaway

We love these rentals. Frankfort is wonderful and close to Crystal Mountain in the winter months as well as everything outside in the summer. Thank you for sharing your properties!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

A wonderful and relaxing space

We had a great weekend with amazing views right out the windows! We couldn't find a broom or vacuum and would have loved to have one to clean up after ourselves better.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Restful and relaxing winter getaway

We stayed at this proper for a week in February. Waking up and seeing how the lake changed each day was a highlight. We had everything we needed to rest, relax, & just veg out for a week. It was glorious!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Beautiful wedding weekend

This property was the perfect venue to host our intimate family-only wedding. 21 family members comfortably stayed here (Spruce & Poplar) - it was relaxing, spacious, and ideally laid out!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darci J.

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

Getaway

We loved location and views. Close to many cute towns and good restaurants. The best part was that there were a few days we had entire property to ourselves. My brother and sister-in-law came over from Cadillac to spend a few days with us. It was a nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maisie v.

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

Perfect

This is exactly what we wanted. A quiet beautiful setting for a long weekend out of town. The place was immaculate and fully stocked with everything we needed. We got lucky and had the entire property to ourselves. It might have been weird to share with other vacationers but maybe not! And being late April it didn’t matter to us that there was no lake access. Wish we could have stayed longer! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M P.

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

Great location and host, spectacular views

We really enjoyed our stay at Poplar. Clean and very well-stocked, with comfortable beds. The views from the bluff and the shared deck are spectacular. We saw some fantastic sunsets. There was nobody else in the adjacent houses, so we had privacy. A grocery store and restaurants in Frankfort were a 5-7 min drive away. Our only hiccup was that internet was a bit slow and erratic the first couple of days, which made it tough to do some work-related calls. But the owners were *very* responsive, and suggested alternative options (e..g, offered us alternate spaces). We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koricita S.

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

Fantastic location

Amazing location, accommodation and our stay which was out of season. We had a quiet time with the beautiful views and many gorgeous trails around. Thank you for allowing us to stay at the Poplar apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

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

Most beautiful view in the midwest

We rented the suite above the garage in one of 3 houses, which were tucked away on Lake Michigan's bluff. The most amazing sunset met us when we arrived, which is easily the best view in the midwest. The suite was modern, and the kitchen was stocked with plates, silverware, and the pizza pan we needed. The beds were comfortable, everything was clean, and we were even surprised to see a washer and dryer upstairs. Hosts made reservations, and our check-in super easy. Nice proximity or a short drive to downtown Frankfort too - it felt remote but accessible to the town. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

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

Cozy winter getaway.

All was great. Had a wonderful time. very peaceful and it was snowing all the time. Snowshoeing right out side the door The scenery was awesome snow filled pine trees, deer ,lake michigan so much. to be in awe of.. Beds were very comfortable so were the pillows. It was nice to have a basket of toiletries in the bathrooms if there was something forgotten,{toothbrush paste, shampoo} Kitchen was well stocked with plenty of dishes pots and pans .{their should be more skillet type pans or even a griddle would be nice } Lots of space around the house . plenty of bathrooms. house stayed nice and warm even being right on the lake and wind. We would definitely recommend staying here. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great pace to get away

Close to Crystal Mountain and beautiful dunes and views.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

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

Terrific Family Retreat

Lovely home! Great get away. Perfect place to relax, unwind, walk, read, take in the beautiful views, walk and recharge from a busy life! The hosts are thoughtful - a terrific vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Time away

We absolutely loved our time at the lake bluff preserve. It was restorative, relaxing, remote and beautiful. We hope to come again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Better communication needed!

We learned 3 days into our stay that a wedding was taking place as multitudes of people and cars started to show up on property (more than the property should legally accomodate). What started out as a beautiful, peaceful stay turned loud and disruptive. The property manager ended up refunding our final night's charge when we said we were leaving early. They said that they normally inform guests up front/in advance about large groups of other guests being on property at the same time in the spirit of full disclosure. Apparently, they sent us a message through VRBO the same day we were en route to check in! We didn't get that message timely, unfortunately. It is a beautiful place and we might try it again, but the property manager needs to get its act together! We should have known weeks in advance of this disturbance so that we could have planned appropriately.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

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

A Hidden Gem!

What a beautiful property and facility - 5 stars all around! I couldn't be more happy with everything at Lake Bluff Preserve. The views of the lake high above from the bluff are absolutely stunning and can be viewed from the windows of the house, outside the back door with plenty of room to roam, and the landing deck a short walk from the house puts you right on the water's edge. Enjoyed the sunset from this vantage point every night! The house was fresh, new and very clean and had everything one would need for a comfortable stay. The property managers were welcoming at check in, quickly responded to some initial questions I had and were very friendly and accommodating of any additional needs during our stay. It felt like a home away from home inside the house but you knew you were somewhere special once you stepped outside the door to enjoy the views! The drive up to the property itself on a winding driveway passing through evergreens and cedars made it feel even more special and tucked away from any busy roads - very tranquil and quiet. The only sounds you can hear are the waves from the lake and wildlife. Highly, highly recommend this hidden gem whether for a weekend getaway, a family vacation or a large group event as the grounds can accommodate it all. Will definitely be returning again! Thank you to everyone at Lake Bluff Preserve for being such wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Beautiful Property

Couldnt ask for a better property location right on the coast of Lake Michigan. Important to note that there is no AC however this was not an issue for us even in the beginning of August as we opened windows and used fans at night which kept everyone cool. Also important to note that there are multiple houses/apartments connected. For half our stay we were next to 20-25 people who had 8-10 cars and were less than pleasant/entered our property multiple times "by mistake." Might be worth looking at what is booked next door if you do not have the whole property to yourself. But overall a wonderful location and close to a lot of the sites and trails that Frankfort has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Fabulous location

Gorgeous views. Beautiful property. Only downside was the fact that the stairs to the beach were closed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short but sweet

We enjoyed our stay overlooking Lake Michigan! Only complaint was that the neighboring unit’s use of marijuana one night was definitely noticeable through the back windows of our unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Rich B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Amazing location - okay stay

The building does NOT have AC, which means windows open at all times for our mid-summer stay. Which means we could hear every conversation/dog bark in the adjacent unit and every bit of noise from the huge party held next door. 30+ drunk kids celebrating a graduation party make a lot of noise and sleeping was tough. In addition, we chose this property in large part due to it's beach access. Erosion on the lake has broken off the stairs to the beach, so it is now beach view, not beach access. The erosion is not under control of the property management, but they either need to fix the steps or change the listing to clarify that the beach is not accessable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas O.

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

Beautiful View

Spectacular location. Only drawback was close proximity to neighboring units. Noise of neighbors detracted from our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Amazing! Unbeatable view.

Doesn't get any better for a lake Michigan view. High up on a bluff with unobstructed views! Close to town, very modern amenities. Private and quiet........secluded! Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Pleasantly relaxing

Accommodating and friendly caretaker and host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018