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Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown

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A two-story house with a balcony, a front porch, and a small garden area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with two couches, a TV, and a door leading outside.
A single-story house with a front porch, a small attached garage, and a front yard with potted plants and a flower bed.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Frankfort Beach
Sleeps 8•2 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First Floor

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Loft

2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown

Gray’s Cottage is a cozy cottage which has been in our family for 3 generations. It is conveniently locate just one block from Lake Michigan's sugar sand beach and steps to shops and restaurants on main street. Park your car and walk where ever you need to go. Enjoy the lake breezes one of two decks. The front porch deck is perfect for morning coffee or an evening barbecue. The cottage includes a spacious updated kitchen, dining room, living room, two bedrooms (Sleeps 8) and a full bath. The first floor bedroom has a queen bed with a window air conditioner for those hot summer nights. The upstairs loft bedroom has a king bed and two double beds a portable air conditioner and a vanity sink. The kitchen is fully stocked with dinnerware, glassware, pots, pans, coffeemaker and microwave. The living room has a 36 inch flat screen TV with cable and DVD player for catching the news or watching your favorite show. Bed linens, toweling, WIFI and parking are provided.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1917311
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Frankfort Light - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella’s Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Birch & Maple - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown?

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown on Sep 23, 2026 start from $300, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gray's Cottage - The Beach is Calling - Steps to the beach and downtown located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Frankfort Beach and Lake Michigan. Betsie Lake and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 5 minutes.

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