10/10 Excellent
Rebecca F., Frederick Maryland
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Adorable!
Rebecca F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Entire apartment
Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8
Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Frankfort, MI
- Frankfort Beach2 min walk
- Betsie Lake4 min walk
- Point Betsie Lighthouse10 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Sleeping Loft
3 Double Beds
Sleeping Loft
3 Double Beds
1 bathroom
Main Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8
Property manager
Jerry Snook
Premier Host
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11
Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, (78 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Frankfort
Located in Frankfort, this apartment 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.
Frankfort, MI
What's nearby
- Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk
- Betsie Lake - 4 min walk
- Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 5 min walk
- Elberta Beach - 9 min drive
- Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- A&W Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Stormcloud Brewing Company - 4 min walk
- The Hotel Frankfort - 3 min walk
- Frankfort Dairy Maid - 16 min walk
- Port City Smoke House - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steve K., Clarkston MI
Jul 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Forest Ave House
Steve K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melinda D.
Sep 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Melinda D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom D.
Sep 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient, fantastic location
Tom D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jim and Karen H.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
Jim and Karen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jerry Snook
The two of us – Cathy and Jerry – have four children, 18 to 44, and have been blessed with four granddaughters. Cathy is a retired physician and Jerry is "nearing the tail end” of his career as a psychologist.
Beyond family and work, our “fun” includes skiing, our friends, bicycling, and an assortment of hobbies. Our youngest child is Grace – 18 – just beginning her college career in upstate New York. She loves to bake, plays a pretty mean ukulele, and claims “happiness” to be her main pursuit in life!
Beyond family and work, our “fun” includes skiing, our friends, bicycling, and an assortment of hobbies. Our youngest child is Grace – 18 – just beginning her college career in upstate New York. She loves to bake, plays a pretty mean ukulele, and claims “happiness” to be her main pursuit in life!
Why they chose this property
The “Birdhouse” was the third rental in our quest to find the “perfect spot” in the Frankfort area. We fell in love with the chaming, artsy décor, easy walk to the beach, and short stroll into downtown for dinner, ice cream, and shopping.
We had tired of hotels, corporate lodging, and having to use the car just to go out to eat. The Birdhouse had it all we realized, and only steps away. We could enjoy time together, or go our separate ways, meeting back for lunch or dinner. If we wanted a break from the beach, short drives would put us into the wonders of Sleeping Bear Dunes, the fun of Traverse City, or any number of area attractions and activities.
It was during our second visit – late August 2015 – that we realized that the “Birdhouse” and it’s attached home, (now called the “Beachcomber”), was our ideal Michigan vacation home. Three hours after this epiphany, we agreed on a price with the owners, signed an offer, and shook hands. Four weeks later the home was ours!
We had tired of hotels, corporate lodging, and having to use the car just to go out to eat. The Birdhouse had it all we realized, and only steps away. We could enjoy time together, or go our separate ways, meeting back for lunch or dinner. If we wanted a break from the beach, short drives would put us into the wonders of Sleeping Bear Dunes, the fun of Traverse City, or any number of area attractions and activities.
It was during our second visit – late August 2015 – that we realized that the “Birdhouse” and it’s attached home, (now called the “Beachcomber”), was our ideal Michigan vacation home. Three hours after this epiphany, we agreed on a price with the owners, signed an offer, and shook hands. Four weeks later the home was ours!
What makes this property unique
There are two units on this property and each have their own unique personalities! (Many large families rent both units to have everyone in one place) The Beachcomber is a spacious, modern, updated home with all of the amenities! Each bedroom has it's own bathroom and the large gourmet kitchen is perfect for hosting large family dinners. The Master Suite could rival some of the best hotels with it's walk-in 8 jet shower, whirlpool tub, private balcony, 4 poster bed (& an extra sofa bed!), sitting area and walk-in closet! The "Bunkroom" has it's own TV and game console complete with games to keep the kids busy on rainy days while the adults socialize in the living room beside the double sided fireplace. Board games and cards are provided for hours of fun & laughter.
The Multi-level Guest Suite above the garage has it's own separate entrance and is called "The Birdhouse". It is unlike any other vacation rental you will find. It is artsy, charming, fun and frivolous. Kids love it – who wouldn’t love a spiral staircase, a sleeping loft, original art pieces, a lunchbox collection, resident mermaid, and magnetic letters on a vintage refrigerator door hung on the wall?
Parents will love their private bedroom to relax in, a tidy kitchen to cook breakfast in, and the outdoor grill for dogs and burgers. Best of all, the beach is steps away, and town just a short stroll. Older kids can “run free” exploring the downtown, while young ones head to the beach with Mom and Dad. The day is complete when you’ve returned to the beach for the sunset, or possibly even later to gaze at the Milky Way or watch for shooting stars.
But the best part of all ... memories that will last a lifetime!
The Multi-level Guest Suite above the garage has it's own separate entrance and is called "The Birdhouse". It is unlike any other vacation rental you will find. It is artsy, charming, fun and frivolous. Kids love it – who wouldn’t love a spiral staircase, a sleeping loft, original art pieces, a lunchbox collection, resident mermaid, and magnetic letters on a vintage refrigerator door hung on the wall?
Parents will love their private bedroom to relax in, a tidy kitchen to cook breakfast in, and the outdoor grill for dogs and burgers. Best of all, the beach is steps away, and town just a short stroll. Older kids can “run free” exploring the downtown, while young ones head to the beach with Mom and Dad. The day is complete when you’ve returned to the beach for the sunset, or possibly even later to gaze at the Milky Way or watch for shooting stars.
But the best part of all ... memories that will last a lifetime!
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