Snow Ski and Winter Fun Upper Herring Lake- Relaxing Retreat Frankfort, Michigan Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 224042

Early summer front with perennials and hand laid rock wall

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Location: Frankfort, Northwest, Michigan, USA

Accommodations:  House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5+ Baths (Sleeps 4-6)

This is Winter Wonderland! 15 Minutes to Crystal Mountain for skiing. Show shoe or cross country on our property. Ice fishing on the lake.
Amazing "Post Card" like winter scenery. Paved well maintained roads. Cozy fireplace. Perfect winter vacation spot!

Beautiful Upper Herring Lake and Herring Creek. Enjoy our quiet comfortable cottage nestled on 10 private acres. The property opens up to the mouth of the creek into Upper Herring Lake. This place is incredibly peaceful. - an absolute haven for birds, fish and wildlife.

Sit on the deck and take in sunset view of the lake while listening to the calming flow of Herring Creek as it meanders just 60 feet from the house. You can drop a kayak in the creek and be on the lake in one minute. Watch the fish jump next to you while eagles soar above you as you paddle the lake! Hike through our forest and collect some wood for an evening bon fire in the fire pit. You are guaranteed to relax in this incredible natural paradise. This area is one of Michigan's true hidden gems.

Although the property location is private, it is very close to all the activities in the area.
Awesomef pristine Lake Michigan beaches and dunes just 7 minutes away. Excellent hiking on our property or in nearby nature trails. Kayak or canoe the Betsie or Platte Rivers. Great fishing in the creek right from our bridge. Golf at Crystal Mountain or Arcadia Bluffs. Downtown Frankfort shopping and dining is a 12-minute drive. 30 minutes to fun at the casino in Manistee. Visit the Wineries in Leelanau and Traverse City.

Our house is clean, comfortable and Feng -Shui inspired. Surrounded by a perennial garden and flanked by a wildflower meadow. Built as a raised ranch it SLEEPS 6 Comfortably.
There is a fully stocked kitchen, living room, dining room, master bedroom and 2 bathrooms on level one. A private bedroom, bath and den with sleeper on lower walk out level. There is a scenic view from every window!

A terrific getaway for couples, friends or family. This place is for those seeking a very special vacation experience.



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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: slight additional cost
  • Garage: Large pole barn available on property.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill: Weber - gas starter
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Herring Creek flows through property. Lake access from creek.
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: At owner's discretion. Additional fee may be required.
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Miniature golf
• Other Activities
  • Very close to "SPOOKY HILL"

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$1200/week (Saturday to Saturday)
$350/2 night wknd- off season only (before Memorial Day and After Labor Day only))
Optional Kayak rental $65/week. (Includes PFD and Paddles/per kayak)
Optional Linens and Towels $10/bed. (Or bring your own linens)
$75 Cleaning Fee. (mandatory)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 08/31/09
  Positive Rating
  Karen & Glen Littlefield , Geneva, IL
  • Perfect spot for 4 retired educators to enjoy first week of school. The home was very clean and the surroundings were beautiful. Having two separate floors gave us additional privacy- we each had our own level. We actually didn't spend too much time in the home because we were enjoying the area. Loved watching the birds. Owners supplied the birdseed. We were also left with specific directions for kayaks ( too cool to use)& tv's (not as much success with these but we really didn't need them.
• 08/20/09
  Positive Rating
  Susan Broze , Sylvania, Ohio
  • We totally enjoyed our week at Upper Herring Lake! The home was very comfortable, clean and welcoming. Upper Herring Lake, while not suitable for motor sports (not our thing, anyway), was awesome for kayaking (our first experience with kayaks). The owners gave such detailed descriptions (including photos) of how to use the kayaks - and other details of the property, we had no questions or problems during our stay. The proximity to Traverse City made it easy to explore wineries and shop on the one cloudy day of our vacation. We also explored nearby Beulah and the Cherry Hut! It was wonderful to be able to have our dogs along - not many property owners would allow them. The beach at Lake Michigan was awesome, we enjoyed many afternoons and sunsets there. This property is not just a cottage, it is a home - we felt so comfortable from the moment we stepped in, as if we were invited guests, not just VRBO renters. We definitely plan on returning! Thanks, Chris and Anabelle!
• 08/20/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Two Thumbs Up (and One Tail Wag)! Review Submitted: August 3, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009 Within minutes of arriving, my husband and I felt right at home--sitting on the deck feeling the lake breeze, we heard wingbeats overhead--it was an eagle heading to the lake (I'm not kidding)! We've rented a lot of cottages in the past, and this one not only met our basic requirements of being clean, comfortable, and quiet, this one was also set in a beautiful spot, close to plenty of amazing things to see and do. And, the owners couldn't have been more accommodating and thoughtful. Our dog even felt welcome and happy- -it was a relaxing and enjoyable week all aroun
• 08/18/09
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  Mark & Betty , Indianapolis, IN
  • If you're looking for a relaxing getaway, this is the spot! The property is tucked away amid trees and meadows with a lovely view of Upper Herring Lake. Bird watching, star gazing and checking out the deer in the far yard at dusk were just a few of the things we enjoyed in this peaceful setting. The home is perfectly configured for guests - one bedroom/full bath up and another bedroom/full bath down with a pull out couch provided optimum privacy for us and our guests. The wraparound deck with Weber Grill and outdoor dining area were also a favorite spot. We found the location convenient to Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and gorgeous Crystal Lake. The Owners' attention to detail was quite evident - we immediately felt at home.
• 02/04/09
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  nabz , bloomfield
  • My perspective on life changed after I spent a weekend here at this incredible place! It is so peaceful and relaxing. I feel compelled to come back again soon. The Frankfort area is also so great, you will really enjoy it.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks Nabz! Love to have you again!

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