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Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan!

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View of the house location facing south from Betsie Bay
Another view of the kitchen
front porch & steps. Also seen is the small deck on the back hill.
Living area
living-dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan!

INTERNET • CABLE TV • OUTDOOR GAS GRILL • FIRE PIT • 5 BICYCLES • WASHER-DRYER

Narrow Escape Rental sits in a quiet neighborhood in the village of Elberta with a short walk to Betsie Bay, just a half mile from the shores of Lake Michigan and one mile around the bay from Frankfort. Our 1200 square foot rental has a private back yard with a privacy fence that backs up to a wooded bluff, and is just 150 yards from Elberta’s waterfront park and the Life Saving Station — a popular venue for weddings and events.

• No smoking
• No pets
• No parties or events.

The area is full of recreational outdoor opportunities and a number of good coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques and art galleries. In addition to typical amenities, the rental includes five bicycles for exploring the area. Internet service and a gas grill is also available.

The house has a roomy main living space with a comfortable seating arrangement. The three bedrooms include beds of the following sizes: a queen in the master bedroom, a queen size in room 2, and three single (twin size) beds in room 3 (a built-in bunk with an extra third bed). The dining table seats six people, and the bathroom includes a washer and dryer for your convenience. The kitchen is furnished with custom cabinets, a full-size stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, electric stove, coffeemaker, dishes and utensils.

Note: For rental availability, click on the 'calendar' link above (the dates that are not grayed out are available!), or click the 'book it' link to type in specific dates to get exact prices before you make your reservation.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome
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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
Non smoking only

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 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

About the neighborhood

Elberta

Located in Elberta, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Elberta, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elberta Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 17 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 20 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 37 min drive - 59.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crescent Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan!?

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan! on Jun 1, 2026 start from $205, 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 Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to beautiful Lake Michigan! located?

Located in Elberta, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Elberta Beach and Frankfort Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property tucked away in a quiet, picturesque neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Nice place

It was nice and clean and in a quiet area. Great location too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great location

Great owner
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Taunya F.

Lots of room-very clean and great location!

Clark was very helpful and accommodating-would definitely consider staying at The Narrow Escape again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne P.

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

Relaxing visit

Great home. Walk to 2 restaurants. Parks close by. Elberta beach is beautiful and quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayne B.

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

Perfect spit

Great place to unwind after a long day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the most pleasant vacation experiences ever! Narrow Escape provided just the right vibe for some low key time with my husband and friends, as well as a more lively time with adult children and grandsons. Elberta is a perfect place to take in all the lovely sites & chase sunsets. Clark is a most excellent host and his connections in the community make the area feel almost like home.
Sleeping Bear
Green Dune
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana R.

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

Multigenerational family vacation

This house was perfect for our parent/teen/grandparent vacation! Easy access to Elberta and Frankfort beaches, biking trails, great restaurants, and many ice cream options. Property was exactly as listed and owner was awesome. Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

September quiet

Wonderful stay. Clean, quaint, comfortable. Close to everything we wanted to do. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Excellent house and location

We love the area and the house was clean and well stocked. Awesome location - my preschooler loved being able to walk to the park after dinner. Plenty of dishes, sharp knives, cotton sheets, plenty of pillows and towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We had the best time at Clark’s home! Was so much fun and perfect for our 1 year old and 2 year old. They had plenty of room to run and play both inside and outside. Location was perfect and Clark was a great host! Definitely recommend staying here to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane G.

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

Comfortable and perfect location

We really enjoyed our short stay of two nights. Everything was available, clean, and the location is perfect for the beach and Frankfort shopping! Tha. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed for a weekend in early October. This home was clean, quiet, and comfortable with nice decor. The property manager was friendly and helpful with suggestions for activities and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Great experience and awesome accommodations!

We had a great stay at this property and it was the best place we've rented in the area over the past 10 years we've been coming here. My only wish was for better pillows, sheets, comforters but I was glad I didn't have to bring them all for the beds (which I've had to do in the past). The owner was very communicative and friendly and did everything possible to make our stay a great one. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

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

Two small families

The house was a great fit for all of us. We like to share a house with a couple who also has a daughter the same age as ours when visiting the area. It’s a nice quiet location close to beaches, parks and biking trails. I loved having amenities to get us through a week and the beds were comfortable for us. The house is beautiful and we loved staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Sue P.

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

Inclement weather, but comfortable stay!

The weather didn’t cooperate for our vacation, but where we stayed did! We were pleased with the cleanliness and comfort of our rental. It was situated across the bay from Frankfort and was very close to some of the highlights of the northwestern Michigan area. We were able to keep in touch with Clark Most, the owner, who, by the way, is an excellent photographer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heleena p.

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

Another awesome stay!

Clark' s home is clean & offers great location to Betsie lake, Elberta Beach, and town of Frankfort & Frankfort Beach. Its in a quiet neighborhood yet walking distance to the new Furnace Street distillery with pizza food truck & amphitheater on Betsie Lake with music on Mondays. Only a 5 min drive to Frankfort its a great place. Communication with owner is great, home has everything as described in listing. Lots of local areas to fish nearby too! This is our 4th time staying here and we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela G.

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

Peaceful area

The home was clean and uniquely designed. Close to Frankfort. No water view from home. Limited cooking and storage items.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Wonderful Experience

You will be so happy that you picked this gem of place in Elberta to book your stay! This house is super clean, had everything that we needed and it was decorated so beautifully. Simply put wow! What a great location, so close to the many beautiful places that we love up here. You will want to come back and stay again. We do. Thank you Clark, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer Y.

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

Sibling reunion

Just right for our purpose. Explored area. Found great restaurants. Played table games . Together we intentionally pulled together memories of parents’ and family’s lifeline in written form with goal of passing it on to our children.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

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

Hidden Gem

We travel up to the Frankfort area frequently but have never stayed in Elberta. We loved our stay. The cottage is a short walk to the waterfront park and just a little farther to bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan. The home is nicely renovated with a mid century modern vibe. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom was large with stackable washer/dryer. Stainless steel appliances. Grill and fire ring in the yard. Clark was very great to work with and we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Great house!

We really enjoyed our stay at Clark's house. The photography of his was beautiful! The house was clean and spacious and Clark was very helpful when we had a TV issue during our stay. Elberta itself was a little underwhelming (we had never been there before) but we love nearby Frankfort and exploring the Sleeping Bear area so this house was perfect and affordable for us as a home base. We had plenty of kitchen supplies for making a big breakfast before being gone all day; we used the grill a few times and we really enjoyed the private yard and firepit for Smore's every night. My only suggestion is to perhaps upgrade the towels. :) Other than that, really great spot and we'd stay there again when we're in the area! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Great location

Easy access to nice beaches, sleeping bear, trails and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Clean, modern house

This is a very nice house close to Frankfort, MI. Excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Clark Most

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Clark and Lynne Most:
We are graphic designers who live in Midland, MI and run a graphic design business called 'Design Direction, LLC' . Clark also is a professor at Central Michigan University where he teaches graphic design.
We have three children, 2 cats and a chihuahua and have been enjoying our trips to the Frankfort area for about 15 years.

Why they chose this property

The location is just one block off the main road in Elberta that goes to the beach and i love the bluff area directly behind the house. I also like the Elberta side of Betsie Bay because it is quieter than the north side, although less "upscale". The rental has a great location being close to the bike trails, Trick dog coffee house, Elberta Park and Elberta beach on Lake Michigan.

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