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3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1)

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Kitchen (1)
Kitchen (2)
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom
Entryway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Elberta, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elberta Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1)

This isn’t your grandma’s vacation rental, unless she ran a 1900s general store turned M22 getaway. Stay in a modern vintage condo just 3 minutes from Lake Michigan and 15 minutes from Crystal Mountain. Free kayaks. Free bikes. Walk to breakfast, bars, and live music. Paddle at sunrise. Sip cocktails at sunset. Wake up and hit the slopes in winter. Play like a local. Book now and live the M22 magic. Your adventure starts at our doorstep.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Elberta

Located in Elberta, this apartment is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Elberta, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elberta Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 19 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Little River Casino - 37 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Petals & Perks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1)?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1) on May 29, 2026 start from $208, 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 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Min to Lake Michigan, 15 Min to Ski Crystal (1) located?

Located in the heart of Elberta, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Elberta Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, really clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Family Vaca

Wonderful place for a family. Easy access to the bike path. Quiet neighborhood. Close to restaurant and water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay and we'll be in the top of our list to come back to. We also liked the smoke house, We went fhere twice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Long weekend away

The apartment was very clean and close to fun things to do. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana A.

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

Charming

Close distance to Frankfort, nice area, clean unit, friendly host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms were clean except a hair in the shower, socks left in a drawer, and a pair of underwear behind the dresser when I pulled it out to plug in the tv. Air conditioning in both bedrooms and living room was a huge bonus. Ice machine and water in fridge was not hooked up. Personal deck and table outside was nice. I left my phone charger on the nightstand and was unable to get it returned to me unfortunately though. Overall we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Fine place

Bright, tidy space. We had 6 (3 adults and 3 teens), and while it was a tad tight, we were fine for a couple of nights. Kitchen is well stocked. Good location for doing things in the area, including some great restaurants and the Elberta beach right near by. Super responsive property manager who helped us right away when things came up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 had a wonderful stay at this property and would highly recommend it. It was well stocked, clean, and a great location for us to set out on our daily excursions. Having bikes and kayaks on site was big for us because it was less we had to pack. The owners were always super responsive and helpful the entire time we were there.Plenty of good places to eat in the area: we would recommend Lighthouse cafe, Stormcloud Brewing, and The Scoop for ice cream. Perks is good for coffee.40 minutes to sleeping Bear dunes. 60 minutes to Traverse. 20 minutes to Crystal Mountain for alpine slides!It’s a wonderful little lake town with all the charm and amenities you’ll need for a successful escape from your busy life!
Beach in Frankfort
Frankfort lighthouse at sunset
Alpacas at Stormcloud Brewing
Betsie Lighthouse
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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