10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Frankfort, MI
- Betsie Lake13 min walk
- Frankfort Beach3 min drive
- Point Betsie Lighthouse10 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Third Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Elm Cottage - 1mi to Frankfort Beach
The Elm Cottage is a bright and renovated vacation rental in the town of Frankfort, perfect for a family vacation or couples getaway!
Six guests can sleep comfortably with a queen bed in the first two bedrooms and two twins in the third. The cottage has one full bathroom which was completely renovated in 2021. A renovated kitchen comes fully stocked with everything you need for a home cooked meal, plus extras including dish soap, dishwasher pods, sponges, and garbage bags.
The property provides the perfect stepping stone for local destinations, with Frankfort Beach and Main Street just a mile away and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore a short drive. An outdoor shower provides the perfect spot to clean off after your adventure.
The shed on property provides many outdoor amenities including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, lawn games, two adult bikes and helmets, and a wagon to complete your trip!
After a long day in the sun, come home to a large backyard with a fire-pit to gather around or get cozy on the large sectional for a game night. Take a walk to downtown Frankfort and check out the shops and restaurants on Main Street!
Six guests can sleep comfortably with a queen bed in the first two bedrooms and two twins in the third. The cottage has one full bathroom which was completely renovated in 2021. A renovated kitchen comes fully stocked with everything you need for a home cooked meal, plus extras including dish soap, dishwasher pods, sponges, and garbage bags.
The property provides the perfect stepping stone for local destinations, with Frankfort Beach and Main Street just a mile away and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore a short drive. An outdoor shower provides the perfect spot to clean off after your adventure.
The shed on property provides many outdoor amenities including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, lawn games, two adult bikes and helmets, and a wagon to complete your trip!
After a long day in the sun, come home to a large backyard with a fire-pit to gather around or get cozy on the large sectional for a game night. Take a walk to downtown Frankfort and check out the shops and restaurants on Main Street!
Property manager
Maggie & Elisa
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If your check out is on Sunday, please pull the trash to the curb.
Return all used bikes and beach gear to the shed. Lock the shed and put the key back on the hook.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Frankfort
Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is 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 skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
Frankfort, MI
What's nearby
- Betsie Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Frankfort Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
- Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
- Bellows Public Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Stormcloud Brewing Company - 18 min walk
- A&W Restaurant - 14 min walk
- Lighthouse Cafe - 4 min drive
- Cabbage Shed - 5 min drive
- Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Douglas R.
22 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Douglas R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Arcadia Golf Trip 2025
Robert S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terry G.
13 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Terry G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julianne M.
11 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Convenient
Julianne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property, easy, as advertised
Andrew B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elm House
Michael S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerri C.
24 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Kerri C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcus C.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Fun stay
Marcus C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brent A.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Brent A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
sidney c.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for us
sidney c.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin T.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Convenient
Kevin T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Tania I.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Tania I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth K.
15 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean, Nice Home
Elizabeth K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan C., Linden
27 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Susan C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
20 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Sarah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle K.
24 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Vacation
Michelle K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debby B.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend 8/2024
Debby B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house
Jennifer D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa J., Indianapolis, IN
22 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth K.
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean, comfortable
Elizabeth K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane D.
12 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, comfy place
Diane D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rachel D.
28 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Rachel D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin D.
11 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Stay
Caitlin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marguerite P.
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Marguerite P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Maggie & Elisa
We are a family operation with a goal of sharing our love of Frankfort and Lake Michigan with others. Maggie & John, owners of The Elm Cottage, reside in the metro Detroit area and travel to northern Michigan whenever they have a free weekend. Their daughter, Elisa, is a Denver, CO resident but returns home to enjoy Lake Michigan every summer.
We hope you enjoy your time in Frankfort as much as we do!
We hope you enjoy your time in Frankfort as much as we do!
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