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Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan

Country house near Lake Michigan in Frankfort

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Living area
Interior
Exterior
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellows Public Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Frankfort

In Frankfort .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Frankfort country house, you'll find Lake Michigan and Bellows Public Beach. Betsie Lake and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bellows Public Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan

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, hiking, and mountain biking. 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.


This iconic property was built in the 1930s and has been in the same family for generations. Affectionately known as Big House, this property has stunning views of Crystal Lake in the foreground and Lake Michigan and Great Bear Dunes in the distance. The expansive outdoor patio provides for leisurely meals and taking in world class sunsets from “the top of the world.” The charming town of Frankfort and its wonderful Lake Michigan beach is a five minute drive through an enchanting forest. The home was recently refreshed with new furniture in many rooms, new mattresses and linens throughout, and a fresh coat of paint upstairs. With four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, multiple families can gather and enjoy idyllic Crystal Lake and Frankfort.


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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan to the airport?

This country house is 34.1 mi (39-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this country house.

How close is Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan to the beach?

This country house is 3.6 mi (8-min drive) from Frankfort Beach and 2.3 mi (7-min drive) from Bellows Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan offer free breakfast?

This country house does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan?

No, there is no casino at this country house.

What time is check-in at Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan?

Free parking is not available at this country house.

Does Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan have a pool?

This country house does not have a pool.

Does Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this country house.

How close is Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan to downtown Frankfort?

This country house is 1.6 mi away from Frankfort.

Large Historic Home with views of Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Hidden Treasurer

Architectural style of the home was beautiful only topped by the phenomenal views! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K.

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

Family trip

Enjoyed our stay at The Big House. We had plenty of room for us. Beds were very comfortable. Views of crystal lake, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear dunes was outstanding from the back porch. So relaxing and peaceful. Would definitely stay again if ever in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny H.

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

Biking Trip

Enjoyed the views after biking the Betsie Valley Bike trail
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamrie P.

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

Amazing Stay!!!

We just loved the surreal feeling of this house. It made us feel as if we were in the country side but we had frankfort and the crystal clear lakes right close by. The property manager was so informative and helpful. 12/10 will be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend in Frankfort

We came up here for a wedding. This house is very secluded and rural but only a 7 minute drive to Frankfort. The interior of the house is very dated; the interior finishes and appliances have not been updated in 30 years. That said, it was very clean and orderly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025