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

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Drone view of Lake Bluff Preserve - Poplar is apartment on Middle house (Spruce)
From Left, Poplar Apt, Spruce Cottage, Maple Cottage of Lake Bluff Preserve
Entrance to Poplar on Spruce House
Family Room
Open Family/Kitchen/Dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Forestview bedroom (Bedroom #2)

2 Queen Beds

Lakeview Bedroom (Bedroom #1)

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main floor half bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 25 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 26 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 43 min drive - 63.3 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
  • ‪Petals & Perks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 on 1 Apr 2026 start from £171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poplar at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 8 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Frankfort holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Bellows Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you for visiting, Rod and family. Hope you will return soon. Nancy and Bob and Dawn Lake Bluff Preserve Team
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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you for the feedback. The huge party next door was a group celebrating with a family reunion for theirs dads 60th Birthday, not drunken kids celebrating graduation. We do have quite hours 10p-7a and would have addressed the issues if we were aware. It was recommended we close the stairs down our 350' bluff temporarily in mid-June for safety reasons and we posted that on our sites. We have been working with engineers and hope to have them accessible as soon as we can.
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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Thank you Terri and husband and "family" :) you were a delight to have at our bluff home. Please do return. We welcome you anytime. Best wishes... Looking forward... Nancy, Bob, Dawn
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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2023
Pleasure having Bill and guests at Lake Bluff Preserve. Please return soon, we welcome you anytime. thank you, Nancy, Dawn, Bob Management Team
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

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

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Sloboda-Reservations

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M22 Lakeshore Trail took over the management of Lake Bluff Preserve in April of 2019. Our team consists of Hosts Bob Adams and Nancy Albrecht and handling reservations and events Dawn Sloboda.

Bob is certified master gardener and you may see his handy work throughout the Property, he is also an Amazon author and a lifestyle blogger and an avid golfer. He can recommend great golf courses all along M22 to play!

Nancy Albrecht is a Realtor® Associate Broker with over twenty years of experience with Real Estate One in the greater Traverse City area.

Dawn Sloboda joined the M22 Lakeshore Trail management to handle reservations in December of 2019 after moving back to Michigan. In her former life she was a Planner at a large Ad agency in NYC, a Facilities Analyst for a Pharmaceutical Company and store manager for the Indiana Dunes National Park. She has degrees in Business (Marketing) and Interior Design and currently also manages her own small business.

The M 22 Lakeshore Trail promotes golf, lifestyle amenities and real estate along the iconic M-22 highway corridor in NW Michigan.

Why they chose this property

Lake Bluff Preserve is special because of the land and beauty of the Lake Michigan shoreline and South/West exposure. There are opportunities to find total seclusion or interact with fellow guests in the two other free-standing homes on the bluff.

What makes this property unique

Sweeping Lake Michigan vistas and nightly sunsets make this a very special place to vacation. Stunning views that show why the "Third Coast" is amazing.

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