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Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown

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Front Porch
Living area
Living area
Living area
Living Room Staircase

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 132100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown

GENERAL AMENITIES: Outdoor space abounds at Haugen’s Haven with a large front porch and two additional decks. The home has a living room, large dining room, full kitchen, five bedrooms (Sleeps 12-13), two full baths and a laundry room. Bed linens, towels, microwave, coffeemaker, dishwasher, garbage disposal, cable TV, wireless internet, gas grill and parking are provided. Since 2015, we have remodeled and updated the kitchen, laundry room, porch, first floor family suite, upstairs bathroom, living room and dining room. The house very comfortably sleeps 12 to 13.

SPECIFIC AMENITIES:
The FRONT PORCH is a very large, covered outdoor space with a wicker seating area for over 10 guests. It is a great place to sip your morning coffee or an evening cocktail. Rain or shine, the porch is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy your summer vacation. Two decks are available which provide additional space to enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy grilling and your meal on the cafe deck which has a gas grill, dining table and umbrella to cool down from the sun. For a quiet space the retreat deck provides a secluded location to read a book or enjoy a quiet conversation.

The LIVING ROOM has a bank of windows looking onto the front porch with comfortable seating for seven. A newly added electric fireplace with shelves houses the 55” smart TV with cable to catch your favorite shows after a day at the beach, golfing, fishing or enjoying the sights of Northern Michigan.

The DINING ROOM is the heart of the home with a breakfast island that opens to the kitchen. It includes an oak dining table which seats up to 10, a china hutch and a large desk which makes this more like a great room than simply a dining area. The sliding glass doors lead to the lovely bistro deck which has a gas grill and a round patio table with umbrella to enjoy an outdoor cookout after a day at the beach. There are two ceiling fans to bring the cool lake breeze into the house.

The KITCHEN was remodeled in 2015 keeping its farmhouse style with dark oak cabinets, butcher block counter tops and a breakfast island. The large porcelain sink and vintage green stove pay tribute to the past while enjoying the modern conveniences of a dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, electric stove and refrigerator with ice maker. The wall air conditioner and ceiling fan keep the kitchen cool while cooking. The mobile island provides additional work space and storage for recycling. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishware, glasses, pots, pans and even a crock pot.

The FAMILY BEDROOM is located on the second floor and sleeps 3. This spacious, traditional bedroom has a king bed and one twin bed. A ceiling fan and window air-conditioner will help you rest comfortably on a hot summer night.

THE BUNK ROOM is located on the second floor and sleeps 3. This cozy, quilted classic room has a bunk bed which has a double bed on the bottom and a twin bed on the top. This room attracts children like a magnet. A window air-conditioner cools the room nicely for a comfortable night of sleep.

The FRENCH DOOR RETREAT is a sun filled room with a double bed located on the first floor. The room includes an antique dresser, ceiling fan, window air conditioner and French doors that lead to the private deck.

The FAMILY SUITE sleeps 4. The two room suite includes a kids sleeping passage with a stairway bunk bed and a sunny private master with a queen memory foam mattress on a antique bed. Ceiling fans and a window air conditioner cool the rooms for a restful night of sleep.

There are two full BATHROOMS located on each floor of the house. The second floor bathroom has a heated ceramic floor, marble top vanity, new toilet, and reconditioned large claw foot tub with shower. The first floor bathroom has a fiberglass 48' shower with handicap bars, vanity and toilet.

The LAUNDRY ROOM is located off the kitchen and houses a stack able washer and dryer to help you keep up on the week’s laundry.

PARKING is provided in the shared driveway at the rear of the home. There are four parking spaces dedicated for the house. Additional parking is allowed on Forest Avenue all day and night.
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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

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this vacation home is near theme parks and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Frankfort Light - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 22 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crescent Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown on Jun 12, 2026 start from $708, 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 Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Haugen's Haven - Fabulous Family Home - 3 Blocks to Lake, Steps to Downtown located?

Situated in Frankfort, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG A.

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

From the porch to the beach!

This is a lovely lake home within a short walk to the beach, harbor, and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Great place, perfect location and excellent host.

Booked for our annual ice fishing trip to Frankfort. We had 6 guys and the place was plenty big enough for all of us. Nice big kitchen, living room and dining room. Also the location can't be beat, directly behind Stormcloud Brewery and the other restaurants/bars in the area. Would 100% book again and hope to do so for next year as this is the best house we have stayed at in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite D.

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

Family Fun!

Denise DeCook was very accommodating to any questions I had and got back to me quickly in emails! Her home is in the perfect location with a very short walk into town and 3 blocks to the beach which is awesome for families with children. The home is very quaint and is very spacious in the common areas. I would definitely go back here as we have fallen in love with Frankfort, Michigan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Perfect haven

This was a great home for my family ( 8 adults, 4 children). We had plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked with what we needed. The front porch was a favorite spot for morning coffee or evening relaxing. The beach only three blocks away was a plus. We had a wonderful week at Haugen’s Haven and would definitely choose it again. Laurie. aug.21
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Paradise

Perfect location to beach and town. Plenty of space. Perfect Porch. House is very well supplied with anything you need. This is our second time vacationing in this home. Five years vacationing in Frankfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

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

Frankfort House

Great location walking distance to beach and downtown Frankfort Lots of things to do in the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Trip

My family had a great time staying here! The house had everything we needed. We all had plenty of space and loved the outdoor areas, especially the spacious front porch. The hosts were incredibly helpful and accommodating. We would definitely love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan Q.

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

Wonderful home, great location

This is a terrific home that is very close to downtown Frankfort and the waterfront. The hosts were wonderful, very friendly and very easy to work with. This is a great location to enjoy Frankfort and the overall area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

The best house in Frankfort

Everything about the rental, location, owners and town was perfect for us. We had 7 adults staying in the house and it was the perfect home for the week. Great kitchen for cooking dinner, big table we could all sit at and a wonderful front porch we enjoyed daily. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

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

Location and set up are great!

You can’t beat the location! Steps to both the beach and downtown. The house set up is great for groups. Lots of areas to hang and chill or all come together! And Denise is super helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

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

Location is key

This Frankfort home location was key. Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. The front porch was our favorite place for morning coffee and evening beverages!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Wonderful home in downtown Frankfort

Wonderful home in downtown Frankfort, just a block from Main Street. Easy access to shops and beach. Perfect location for the entire family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Amazing Family House

We spent the holidays at Denise’s house and it was amazing! Great location, clean, very well stocked, comfortable beds, and wonderful communication with the owner! We would def stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

We LOVE Frankfort!! Warm and welcoming.

The house was perfect for our family. It was like home away from home. The location is perfect for downtown and the beach. The house was well supplied with everything we needed. Will definitely return if available. Thank you for sharing your home
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Charming home close to everything

Stayed here with my family and my sisters family. The home was very clean and had everything we needed. The location is awesome especially if you like to walk to town for shopping or dining. We also walked to the beach every day, less than a ten minute walk. Communication with the host was easy and we had no issues. Great value for the home size and location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Amazing

This house is perfect for a big family stay. They have everything you need, and it’s perfect distance to downtown and the beach. We loved it, and will be staying again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rental Summer 2016

Let me first say this, we have been going to Frankfort for 9 years now, this is our 3rd house (first was sold and second was a last minute find and then we found this wonderful home, Haugen's Haven. Everything is as described, the front porch is the GREATEST, large and very comfortable with seating for 12. There was nothing to need in the kitchen, well stocked with quality utensils and dishes, enough pots, baking dishes, appliances etc. The bathrooms were nicely done and everything worked, there were enough electrical outlets throughout the home. (I am mentioning this because someone asked us if the plumbing was working and how many outlets there were in the home). Water pressure was great. Enough seating for TV watching and eating. Very short walk to the beach, not even a block to downtown. Close to Sleeping Bear and floating on the Platte River, Betsie Beach and Elberta Beach. Everything was clean and tasteful. There were 8 adults and 2 children and we had no problem with showers or baths. There were people renting the back, but could not hear them. I recommend this home to everyone, with 3 days of rain our spirit wasn't dampened because of the accommodations of this gorgeous home. I am renting again. Thank You Haugen's Haven for the best vacation!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Carie K.

Great location, comfortable accommodations

We really enjoyed our time in Frankfort, due in large part to the terrific location of this property. Being within easy walking distance of all of Frankfort's restaurants, the marina, and the beach really allowed us to relax and enjoy ourselves. It's also a very easy drive to the rest of the region's fantastic outdoor activities, including hiking in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and canoeing the Lower Platte River. The property was a great fit for our family of four, but certainly could have easily accommodated a few more people. The kitchen is spacious and has plenty of cookware, dishes and flatware. Four of us comfortably showered in the mornings with plenty of hot water. While we benefited from fantastic weather throughout the week (dry, mid-70s during the day and cooler nights), the window AC units in the bedrooms were perfect for cooling off overnight after the two warmer days. And the front porch.... I miss the front porch the most! Frankfort was quiet the week we visited, so we chose to park on the street, but there was plenty of space behind the house had we chosen to use the private parking area. And while the property owner was on-site in the attached apartment for a couple of nights overlapping our stay, we would not have even known they were in residence had we not bumped into them once during our coming and going from the house while they were doing some yard work.

About the host

Hosted by Denise DeCook

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My family has been in Frankfort since the 1870's. My dad was raised in the home, falling in love with the girl across the street. That girl was my Mom, Patricia Raymond who was married to my Dad, Dennis Haugen for 54 years. Today, my husband Ron and I own the home and plan to retire here in the future. We live in East Lansing with our children and also have busy careers which often limit our time in Frankfort. Like my grandparents and parents we enjoy sharing Haugen's Haven with visiting families when we are unable to be in Frankfort.

Why they chose this property

The location and features of Haugen's Haven make this the ideal spot for a family vacation with the grandparents, siblings and young children. A two and half block walk to Lake Michigan and a half block walk to downtown is perfectly located to enjoy the beauty of Frankfort in summer. Conveniently located in the heart of Frankfort, once you arrive you can walk everywhere.

What makes this property unique

Hands down the best feature of the House is the expansive front porch. All our guests rave about it as the number one item they miss most when they leave. Running a close second, is the spacious remodeled kitchen, dining room and laundry room. Additionally, the bedrooms located on the first and second floor make it ideal for private family space as well as convenient for grandparents. Our home is full of tradition and comfort which is perfect for families to enjoy.

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