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Birch is the first house in Lake Bluff Preserve
Exterior
Drone of Lake Bluff Preserve frontage on Lake Michigan
Birch house
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 124500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views

Built in 2018, the Birch house at Lake Bluff Preserve is perfect for large families and groups offering 9 bedrooms and four levels of living space with Lake Michigan views. Spacious and well-appointed main floor has an open floor plan, modern kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, and large dining area. Wraparound decks on two levels and a south/west exposure high above Lake Michigan provide spectacular views of the dune, water and famous West Michigan sunsets.
Each level has a separate living space so groups and families can spread out. Main and second levels each have master suites.

The Frankfort area is home to a deep water marina, the Stormcloud Brewery, Pointe Betsie Lighthouse, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Courses, wine tours, skiing at Crystal Mountain and you don't need to leave our property to hike, mountain bike and explore the dune and forests. Snowshoeing and cross country skiing can be enjoyed from your front door in the Winter. Crystal and Platte Lakes and the Betsie and Platte rivers provide sportsmen with fishing, kayaking, tubing and swimming with many gear rental businesses in the area.
Watch sunsets, bald eagles, whitetail deer, monarch butterflies and other native species from the comfort of your deck.

**Due to high water and erosion on Lake Michigan, we have closed the stairs down the Bluff. If you wish to spend time on the beach, we recommend the Frankfort Public Beach or any of the public beaches on Crystal Lake.

Very close proximity to M-22 makes Lake Bluff Preserve a great rally point for car and motorcycle touring clubs, wine tourists, retreats and reunions, golfers and anyone who wants a to behold the beauty of Lake Michigan and Northern Michigan. Less than an hour to Traverse City, Leland, Arcadia Bluffs and Crystal Mountain.

There are 5 rentals at Lake Bluff Preserve:
Spruce House #1308269
Birch House #1319559
Poplar #1429525
Maple House #1429504
Dune House #1862182
Looking for multiple houses?

We welcome weddings, reunions, yoga and Corporate Retreats on our Bluff overlooking Lake Michigan!

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 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 try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 25 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 26 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 43 min drive - 63.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Petals & Perks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

As of 31 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views on 31 Mar, 2026 start from S$1,011, 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 at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views located?

Located in Frankfort, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Bellows Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Paradise on the Bluffs

Excellent family weekend for our large group of 18. The house had everything we needed and plenty of space. The location was ideal and the sunset’s unforgettable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenden C.

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

Great stay for a group of people

The property was honestly incredible, everyone kept saying how nice it was and we would happily book this location again. We visited in November for my mother’s 50th birthday with our family and a group of their friends, would love to stay here again in the summer when you can take advantage of the outdoor space. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

What a view!!!

We had a large group. This VRBO met all of our needs and expectations. We would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

david h.

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

Golf Tournament

Eight gentlemen stayed and enjoyed everything except the weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

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

Wonderful weekend

Our large family group had an excellent weekend. This house has fabulous views. It is definitely set up for larger groups. There were enough dishes, pots and pans, glasses - everything you need to cook. Beds were all comfortable. Decks were used constantly. Looking forward to coming again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

mathew c.

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

Great house great view

Little hard to find but it’s beautiful. Would hate to be there when it’s hot out tho. To far from the lake and the house has no ac
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Wonderful family location

We brought 3 generations of family from across the country for a week in northern Michigan. The house allowed us to have lots of communal time on the main level which had lots of seating, a huge dining table, room for puzzles and time on the deck for incredible sunsets. Loved having 2 refrigerators! We could spread out to the other levels for privacy. Frankfurt was close for shopping. Lots of public access beaches at Lake Michigan and Crystal Lake nearby. Lovely secluded setting. Another family was having reunion next door and we coexisted nicely. Loved the outdoor fire pits. Communication with host was great. Plenty of dishes and cookware in the kitchen. We loved it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2022
Thanks Anne! So glad you had a great time! Please come back and see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Annual trip to Frankfort

Very large property with lovely setting No issues with 4 fridges total and tons of dish ware etc Could walk trash to dumpster which was very convenient Weather was good but it was hard to enjoy the breeze off the water with only one screen door of the many glass sliding doors in the rooms If we left the doors open without screens to cool down we invited spiders and flies in So this should be remedied to enjoy the amazing breeze This was a small inconvenience in an overall experience that was wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2022
We appreciate the feedback. Sorry about the screens, we have magnetic screens being installed. With the sand, normal screens get stuck and dog run into them, we find we have to replace often so the magnetic ones will hopefully solve the issues. Glad you enjoyed the stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jing Ci N.

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

Incredible Experience

We had a great time staying at the Birch house! It was huge, beautiful and well-equipped. The views of Lake Michigan from the bluffs were truly spectacular. The owner was communicative, accommodative, and very quick to reply. Thank you very much for allowing us to stay at your house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Super family reunion

Best view in Michigan. This was the perfect place for our biannual family reunion. We took turns preparing dinner each night and ended the week with my daughter’s wedding and reception on Saturday. The management was so nice to work with on the wedding preparation. And they responded quickly for one minor repair in one of the bathrooms. I highly recommend Lake Bluff Preserve for any family gathering, especially weddings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Family vacation 2021

We had a lovely time at our rental. The children were enchanted. The adults could relax. Lovely accommodations
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimber B.

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

Large comfortable home

We were 7 adults and 12 children. Four story home with a common area on each floor to give everyone lots of space. Plenty of bedrooms/bathrooms. Very nice wraparound deck for morning/afternoon shade or sunshine. The only potential negative is that the home could use more refrigerator space and kitchen space with a large group of 15 or more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2020
So glad you had a wonderful time! Thanks for the feedback and we are working on adding more refrigerator space!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxim E.

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

Wonderful summer weekend!

We loved the property. This was probably one of the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed at. I would come back and we probably will next summer! PS - best were very comfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2020
It was a pleasure having you visit us at Lake Bluff Preserve. Maxim and group will be welcome back anytime. Thank you for visiting. Nancy, Dawn, Bob Lake Bluff Preserve
Verified

8/10 Good

Pranav D.

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

July 4th vacation

Overall the we were very happy with the house. The views are amazing. There is no air conditioning in the house and it can get uncomfortable at night if there is no wind. An extra refrigerator or a larger refrigerator would have nice.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2020
It was nice to have you stay with us Pranav. Thank you for your feedback!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Large open spacious great for a large group. Beds were comfy and views spectacular.

Thank you: This place is fantastic. Just a few tiny suggestions to make it even better some kitchen supplies for 20+ people such as: A tea kettle, a few large serving platters, and an ottoman, to put your feet up. We would love to come back and rent this place - a second fridge is needed with this many people.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful modern house with great views of Lake Michigan in idyllic natural setting

The house and property are gorgeous. The climb down the rope ladder to the beach is rather challenging and scary but the brave ones among us made it and it was worth the effort! Everyone in our retreat group of 15 loved the house. The main floor layout was perfect for our meals and indoor group gatherings- the island in the kitchen works very well for several people cooking together and serving themselves. The big dining room table was welcoming and lovely. Our only regret was that we did not have more free time to relax in and around the house. The bluff and the decks leading to the lake are very inviting and one instantly feels relaxed and enthralled by the beauty of the sand dunes and plants, sky and water. Here's where improvements could be made: better communication before our stay would have been helpful. Check in instructions arrived the day before, with a different, much earlier check in time- but it was too late to change our plans to take advantage of the opportunity. Written directions to the property were not clear enough - it's very hard for first-time visitors to find the turnoff onto the unpaved road (which doesn't have a sign) from Michigan Ave. The bath towel situation is unacceptably skimpy- there are not nearly enough, and they are too small and thin. There were no kitchen towels, sponges, scrub pads or pot holders. In our pre-trip communication we stated we would be using two sleeper couches, but there were no sheets or blankets or pillows for them once we arrived. Bathrooms lacked towel racks and hooks. There wasn't enough toilet paper, kleenex, shampoo or soap. More coffee mugs were needed. These are basic details that would be easy to take care of once and for all, and would meet expectations one would have for such a gorgeous house. We considered these minor annoyances, and the manager responded promptly to our needs. Overall we LOVED our stay and would gladly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

What a view!

We had a great time but there were some house drawbacks. There was a houseful of our family but there were two pots one Dutch oven and one ten inch fry pan. A little hard to make any meals. Come on! One towel per person and they were thin as can be. NOT ONE TOWEL RACK IN THE BATHROOMS! Home Away stated there were four queen suites. There were only two. This was a disappointment. We still had a great time. The view was great. Had fun going down the stairs and ladder to the water. Not easy but the young people did it. I would recommend it but you’d better bring some pots and pans. Not many places for such a large group to be together. Thankful to find a place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

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

Spacious lake house with gorgeous views and gourmet kitchen

Birch House was great for our family reunion with large rooms, well-supplied kitchen, comfortable beds, fire pit surrounded by high-backed benches and wrap-around decks for watching the sunset and recalling the days adventures. Nearby Frankfurt with its lovely shops and beautiful beach has a walkway out to the lighthouse. On the other end of Crystal Lake is the charming community of Beulah, home to the Cherry Hut and bagel shop. The kids enjoyed the outdoor drive in theater, canoeing on the Platte River and running down the sand at Sleeping Bear Dunes (about 45 minutes north). Point Betsie Lighthouse and the Gwen Frostic printers and stationary shop are other fun outings. With so much to do there is plenty to talk about in the long and beautiful evenings at this lovely bluff lake house. We flew kites thru the dune grass. If you have little kids you might want to avoid the fabled stairway to Lake Michigan 300 feet down. It is far enough away from the house not to be too worrisome. Older kids loved running down the stairs. Rick, the manager, was responsive and helpful making our stay fun for all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikolas M.

A perfect winter weekend on the shore of lake Michigan!

We were a large university group doing a department retreat, and this property was perfect for us. The large number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas was a huge plus for our group, and everything was spotless clean when we arrived. There were plenty of towels and linens for everyone to be confortable. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, silverware, and cups/mugs. The kitchen appliances worked well. We did wish we had a larger frying pan/wok for cooking since we had a large group, but there were enough pots and pans to make it work anyways. Walter, the host, was very accomodating and communicative. He answered multiple questions via text during our stay, and kept us updated on conditions since there was a snowstorm the weekend we arrived. The views from the property are stunning, and the walk down to the beach was straightforward. I couldn't recommend the place more for a large group. I hope we are able to return next year when we do our next retreat. Thanks Walter!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Candace B.

Unforgettable scenery!

We visited Birch cottage with family ranging in ages from 10 months to 90 years old. It was enjoyable for all! There are steps, but also a spacious master suite on the main floor. The kitchen is well equipped and the kitchen table is perfect for large groups! The decks are wrapped around the house and ideal for playing and admiring the gorgeous views. It's the best of both worlds, pines in the front of property and lake in the back. Frankfort is a charming town with quaint shops and fun eateries. There is a fun public beach as well! The owners of Birch cottage are delightful to work with; very responsive and kind!! We would love to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Sloboda-Reservations

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M22 Lakeshore Trail took over the management of Lake Bluff Preserve in April of 2019. Our team consists of Hosts Bob Adams and Nancy Albrecht and handling reservations and events Dawn Sloboda.
Bob is certified master gardener and you may see his handy work throughout the Property, he is also an Amazon author and a lifestyle blogger and an avid golfer. He can recommend great golf courses all along M22 to play!
Nancy Albrecht is a Realtor® Associate Broker with over twenty years of experience with Real Estate One in the greater Traverse City area.
Dawn Sloboda joined the M22 Lakeshore Trail management to handle reservations in December of 2019 after moving back to Michigan. In her former life she was a Planner at a large Ad agency in NYC, a Facilities Analyst for a Pharmaceutical Company and store manager for the Indiana Dunes National Park. She has degrees in Business (Marketing) and Interior Design and currently also manages her own small business.
The M 22 Lakeshore Trail promotes golf, lifestyle amenities and real estate along the iconic M-22 highway corridor in NW Michigan.

Why they chose this property

Lake Bluff Preserve is special because of the land and beauty of the Lake Michigan shoreline and South/West exposure. There are opportunities to find total seclusion or interact with fellow guests in the two other free-standing homes on the bluff.

What makes this property unique

Sweeping Lake Michigan vistas and nightly sunsets make this a very special place to vacation. Stunning views that show why the "Third Coast" is amazing.

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