Our secluded family home sits on a hill at the end of a dead end road above the small downtown of Frankfort, Michigan. The house is surrounded by trees which provide a feeling of privacy and yet is only a 15 minute walk to downtown and Lake Michigan. It’s a great central location for accessing activities in the area and also a wonderful place to sit back and relax on the deck with friends and family. Frankfort, Benzie County and Northwest Michigan offer a variety of activities- hiking, biking, golf, fishing, kayaking, surfing, farmers' markets, wine tours, restaurants, music, art, film, festivals, shopping, water/snow skiing, M22 scenic drives and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The main floor has two bedrooms (1 master bedroom ensuite with king bed and 1 bedroom with a set of bunk beds and a queen bed), 1 full bath, an open kitchen/dining area, and an open living room with a wood burning stove. Large windows provide a lot of natural light. There is also a spacious deck with bench seating, a large table and chairs, hot tub, and a gas grill. The finished basement has 1 bedroom ensuite (1 queen bed), open rec/tv area with a fold-out couch and laundry area. The basement opens up to a lower brick patio area and has access to the garage. The driveway provides plenty of parking for cars/boats.
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Smoking is not permitted
Any smoking must be outside and butts disposed.
Important information
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Property # 2155487vb
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 in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Crystal Mountain - 22 min drive - 33.9 km
Little River Casino - 41 min drive - 62.9 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - 12 min walk
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 4 min drive
A&W Restaurant - 13 min walk
Crescent Bakery & Cafe - 4 min drive
The Lighthouse Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wonderful family home surrounded by woods pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?
As of 31 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods on 1 Jun, 2026 start from S$574, 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 Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wonderful family home surrounded by woods?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wonderful family home surrounded by woods located?
This family-friendly Frankfort holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This house was above and beyond our expectations. It had all the comforts of home and then some. Our favorite was the extra large deck with privacy and amazing views. It was such a pleasure to stay here!
David W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your great review, David. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay! You are very welcome back anytime.
Beautiful home and such a peaceful property! Kind and attentive hosts. We had a wonderful family vacation and look forward to returning again in the future. Thank you!
Maya G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2025
Hi Maya,
Thanks so much for your kind review. We're happy you enjoyed your stay! We'd love to welcome you back any time.
Lovely home secluded on the edge of town, perfect for our family vacation. Wonderful hosts and amenities, tranquil and relaxing yet so close to town and beaches. We are 100% hoping to plan a return stay!
We had a great time at this house! It is a very nice home that has a great view of Lake Michigan. It’s located on a quiet hill offering lots of privacy. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. We hope to stay again in the future. Highly recommended!
John S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Lina S.
8 Jul, 2018
Secluded and comfortable accommodations
We stayed in early June and especially enjoyed the dining deck off the kitchen area. The house was also well stocked, clean and comfortable. It was nice that there were many indoor and outdoor toys for our daughter to use and interesting books for the adults to read. We had a great time and would stay again!
Lina S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your nice review. We try to accommodate our many guests needs. Your input is greatly appreciated🙂
Cate and Joe are gracious hosts with a fabulous home! Many amenities - so relaxing and private, yet close to everything ~ We will definitely choose this home for our next trip to Frankfort!
Barbara F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
Thank you, Barb! We’re so happy that you enjoyed your time at our place and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
I can’t say enough good things about this house - the house was spotless, the layout was great for entertaining, the hot tub was relaxing, the oversized deck was perfect for socializing in the evening and the house is in a totally private location, but so close to downtown and the beach. Loved this house and I would rent again!
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2021
Hi David, We’re very glad you enjoyed staying in our home and are happy to have you return. Thanks for taking such good care of it and leaving it in great condition when you left.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay
6 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, spacious family home. The deck was lovely and perfect for eating meals and playing games. Hot tub was a great perk. Kitchen has everything you need and bedrooms and bathrooms are very spacious. Overall, this was perfect for our family vacation. Very quick drive to the Main Street and the beach too.
We booked this home for our parents and it was beyond expectations. From the size of the home, the ameneties, the well stocked kitchen and views, you could not go wrong. One great surprise were the deer wandering around with two fawns. Cate and Joe are highly responsive and a joy to rent from. 5 stars all the way
This was a beautiful getaway. So close to downtown Frankfort. We took some day trips to the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, and Platte River. The house was exactly as advertised. It was clean, well kept, plenty of clean towels--even towels for the hot tub. The fire pit was great for our group.
The homeowners were easy to reach for any questions we had. They were quick to respond and super helpful!
Thank you for allowing us to use your beautiful home!
Christy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jean C.
11 Aug, 2017
Comfortable home in beautiful setting.
My sister, her four grandsons, ages 10-17, my husband and I spent a wonderful week in this roomy and comfortable home. We've rented several places in northern Michigan and this one is tops. It is lovingly furnished and has plenty of space for reading, playing games, doing puzzles, using the Internet, etc. The kitchen is very well appointed and has multiple workstations. Plus, there is an entire pantry available for storing guests' food. The large deck overlooks lovely gardens, and the glider is a relaxing spot for adults and kids alike. Soaps, paper products and basic spices are thoughtfully provided. The managers are easy to work with and were responsive to our inquiries and questions.
Jean C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind recommendation on this home. We try to make our house a home not just another rental. Your remarks are taken to heart and we will strive to make the house even warmer for our next guests.
Perfect balance, secluded setting and close to town!
So many good things to say about this house. It is in a secluded setting yet close to town and other activities. The layout accommodated our group of six and one infant comfortably. The house was very clean, furniture in good shape, beds were comfortable, linens and towels fresh. Good selection of pots, pans, dishes with available pantry space for our items. Plenty of room for multiple cooks in the kitchen. Soaps, paper products and basic spices are thoughtfully provided. We enjoyed the spacious deck all day long and the lower-level patio was a bonus. The hot tub and fire pit were enjoyable on cool nights. Cate and Joe were very responsive to questions and requests. We felt very comfortable and welcome. So happy to find a property that checks so many boxes - looking forward to a return visit next year!
Karen S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay in our home and that you felt comfortable and welcome! Thanks for taking such good care of our place and we hope you come back for another visit.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Katie J.
13 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location
Frankfort stay
House is spacious, clean, well appointed and accommodating for families. It is stocked with games, books, towels, etc and In fact has the feel of a primary residence as opposed to a rental. The location provides a secluded feel as it’s surrounded by a wooded area with no direct neighbors. The house is located at the top of a steep incline, however. So while the distance to downtown and the beach is well within walking or biking distance on paper, the driveway did make it prohibitive for children to walk or bike up.
Check in was at 6 pm as opposed to 4 pm listed on Vrbo. The owner did text it was available at 5 pm though and met us at the house to provide Information and instructions. Owner also stopped in periodically to check on the hot tub.
Katie J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2021
Thanks, Katie, for your feedback on your stay. It's good to hear your thoughts about our steep driveway and we'll make sure to include that in our property description. We've also made sure that our check-in/check-out times are consistent. As you mentioned, this has been our primary residence at times and we want guests to enjoy the comforts of being in a home.
The house is perfectly located in a secluded lot yet close to town for quick trips there. Also great location for fun outings to swim, kayak, hike and visit fun places like the Dunes. We will come back for sure.
We enjoyed the house. The yard was spacious and sunny and the house seemed isolated although it was just minutes from downtown Frankfort. The house was spotless, well-designed, and well-equipped. Communication was excellent and overall we enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend this house. One bedroom and TV room were in the basement and those stairs are a bit steep. They are well-constructed and perfectly fine for adults, but the elderly and small children might have some difficulties. Frankfort is a cute little town with a surprising numberr of takeout options (due to COVID-19 we don't eat in restaurants). There are several nice golf courses nearby and lovely beaches.
This was a great house rental for me and my young family. The place was cleaned and all set up. The house is well stocked with dishes and pots and pans. The outdoor porch was great for dining during this wonderful weather. They had a bunch of books for all ages and even some toys for the little ones. Love the privacy and the wooded atmosphere. Great location to access a lot of destinations around the area. Highly recommend!
The exceptional landscaping of this house led to our enjoyment of it. The kitchen is well equipped, linens and towels ample as well. Delighted to find beach towels. The back deck is wonderful -- that in addition to the spacious dining room table allowed us to entertain some of our family for pizza one night. Not fond of driving to the lake but parking was not a problem. Would like another TV downstairs, but we didn't do much watching anyway.
We had a great stay at the Day Ave. home. Owners and VRBO agent were very accommodating and helpful and the home was as listed in all respects. Location was close to all of the areas we wanted to visit. We would definitely stay there again.
This house was AWESOME! We were able to have bonfires, have a BBQ, use the new hot tub and quickly walk to the Pier! Rich was easy to communicate with and the house was very clean and stocked with everything that we needed. We are planning on returning next year!
Rachel S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your review! We aim to please and want all of our guests to have the best time possible. We welcome your return next year. Please book as soon as you can to reserve your special week. 😃�
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer N.
10 Aug, 2018
Great 👍🏼
We enjoyed the house and Mr. Lutz was very hospitable, we would love to come back!
Jennifer N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mb C.
5 Aug, 2018
Great house, lots of space and very comfortable in secluded woods
Lovely house. Very convenient for cycling, walks, quick trips to grocery. House itself very open and easy to entertain large family groups.
Mb C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Ellen I.
25 Jul, 2018
A Great Family Get-away
What a wonderful home! This home was the perfect place for a family getaway. The house has many great amenities, which made our stay both comfortable and relaxing. There were only 4 of us, but the house can accommodate more. The owners have made many upgrades. When we walked in, the house felt like home. You can tell the owners have travelled the world and it was fun, and informative looking at all the beautiful mementos. The house is close to all the beautiful beaches and parks along Lake Michigan, especially Sleeping Bear Dunes. There are also many towns to explore along the Lake. We loved sitting on the deck at sunrise sipping early morning coffee and at sunset sitting around the fire pit after a long day of exploring. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this rental to others. Thank you, Richard Lutz for promptly answering all our questions and making this a great getaway for our family!
Ellen I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for leaving the home in such nice condition! You are welcome to come back anytime!!!
About the host
Hosted by Cate and Joe Hollenbeck
Our parents/in-laws built our home in the 70s and we bought it from them in 1998. Since then we have lived in our home off and on and have returned to it every summer as we've lived and worked overseas. We have rented homes all over the world and appreciate when we stay in places that are well supplied and provide the extra touches of comfort and convenience. We hope that will be your experience as well when you stay in our home.
Why they chose this property
This is a wonderful place to have privacy yet still be close to town and the surrounding area. The house has many amenities that you might look for in renting a home instead of staying in a hotel. The kitchen is fully stocked and there are many books, games, and toys available for people of all ages. We're happy to help make your stay as pleasant as possible.