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The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Frankfort apartment with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

5 bedrooms1 bathroom139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Frankfort

On lake.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this apartment, you'll find Benzie Area Historical Museum and Betsie Valley Trail. Frankfort Beach and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 15 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Little River Casino - 40 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Front Street - 47 min drive - 68.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 53 min drive - 76.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Five Shores Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Welcome to The Vine House on Crystal Lake

A peaceful 4-bedroom, 2-bath getaway that comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests. This charming 1950s lakefront home offers a private dock, kayaks, and stunning views from a large yard that leads directly to the water. While a public access point borders the property, it’s rarely used—offering a nearly private lakefront experience. Enjoy calm mornings, seasonal sunsets, and close proximity to downtown Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City.



🛏️ Bedrooms & Layout

Bedroom 1: King bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedroom 4: Twin bunk beds

Living Room: Pull-out sofa

2 full bathrooms

Sleeps up to 10 guests



🍽️ Amenities & Features

-Fully stocked kitchen (oven, microwave, fridge, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender)

-Smart TV, Wi-Fi, board games

-Air conditioning & heating

-Washer & dryer (in covered outdoor area, not heated)

-Outdoor shower (preferred to conserve septic tank capacity)



🌅 Outdoor Highlights



-Private dock on Crystal Lake (note: boat on-site is not for guest use)

-Kayaks for guest use

-Gas fire pit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge areas

-Large yard with lake views



🔑 Guest Access

-Guests have full access to the entire home, yard, dock, and amenities

-Smart lock entry is on the north (lake-facing) side of the home

-West-side entrance near the driveway does not have guest access

-Parking for 2 cars in driveway + free street parking



📍Location

-2.5 miles to downtown Frankfort (shops, restaurants, beach)

-7 miles to Beulah

-20 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes

-40 miles to Traverse City

-Close to bike trails, hiking, and scenic drives along M-22



ℹ️ Additional Notes

-Public access borders the property but is rarely used

-Septic holding tank: please be mindful of water use

-Outdoor shower is ideal to help reduce tank fill-up

-Ring camera on exterior (north side, facing lake) for security

-Minimum Stay: A 3-night minimum stay is required most of the year. However, in July and August, bookings require a 7-night minimum with Friday check-in and Friday check-out only.

-No pets allowed

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,496 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

385876

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Vine House on Crystal Lake to the airport?

This apartment is 30.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Vine House on Crystal Lake to the beach?

This apartment is 4.7 mi (8-min drive) from Frankfort Beach and 5.1 mi (10-min drive) from Bellows Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Vine House on Crystal Lake to downtown Frankfort?

This apartment is 3.9 mi away from Frankfort.

The Vine House on Crystal Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with its own private small beach. Great quality dock. Has everything you need with a great grill that fires right up. Very clean, lots of beach towels. I would definitely rent here again. No dishwasher so we switched to paper plates. Outdoor shower was a fun adventure for the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake House

Our family with seven kids ages 3 to 18. Enjoyed our stay on Crystal Lake. The water was beautiful and this location made it easy to swim out to the sandbar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025