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A living room with a TV on a wooden stand, a sofa, and a fireplace with decorative items.
A castle-like building with a white facade, a round tower, and a white fence.
A living room with a staircase, patterned armchairs, a TV on a stand, and decorative items on shelves.
A dining area with a round table and blue chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a refrigerator in the corner.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a window with natural light.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free internet

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The historic Castle House

The Castle house; on the corner of Park and M 22 across from St. Ann's Catholic Church, the Castle house offers four bedrooms and a bathroom with tub upstairs and a first floor bedroom and bathroom. With a bath on each level this home can accommodate up to 12 people. There's queen beds in 4 bedrooms and a king in the master as well as a double bunk in the larger upstairs bedroom. The entire house has been newly refinished and refurbished and is waiting for your family and friends. In addition to the more than one hundred years of history, the house comes with gas grill, plenty of offstreet parking, nearly an acre of lawn, a back patio and a front porch. The house comes with all appliances, cooking equipment, washer and dryer, two full baths, towels and linen changed at least weekly.
Highspeed internet is free and there is DVD and a smart TV for streaming. High end Spectrum Cable service provides hundreds of channels and On-Demand services.
There is an outdoor RV outlet box and a J1772 charger for your electric hybrid car. There are outdoor faucets and hose for your outdoor cleanup.
The Castle House has quiet, safe, hotwater radiator heating, a modern boiler and unlimited Hot Water for showers! It also has a powerful central air conditioning unit to keep you comfortable and dry.
Best of all its just a 10 minute walk to the beach! Choose a leisurely route through town and enjoy all the shopping and amenities Frankfort has to offer or take the shortcut to the steep stairs down directly to the undisturbed beaches which stretch miles to the north of the busy harbor.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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, birthday parties, weddings
Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3932845
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in the city centre 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 kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Frankfort Light - 7 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Manitou - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The historic Castle House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The historic Castle House?

As of 19 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The historic Castle House on 26 Dec, 2026 start from S$2,759, 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 The historic Castle House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The historic Castle House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The historic Castle House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The historic Castle House located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Lake Michigan. Betsie Lake and Frankfort Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun historic house with great proximity to downtown. Appreciated the well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We welcome you and your family back anytime. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location for our party of 10. Equipped with everything we needed. Very clean. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and as described. Nice amenities like fans and air purifier. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The castle was super clean and fully equipped for our party of 10! The air conditioning was welcomed on overwhelming muggy days! The beds were comfy and inviting, we loved the living room and front porch space. Super close to all our activities, which was very convenient. We would book again. Host also responded quickly to our messaging.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing. We had invited my son’s family and they had some things that came up, so we had to check in after the start date.The host was wonderful giving us a later checkout time, which we all appreciated.Thanks again, CharlesSheryl
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2026
Sheryl, we understand that life is unpredictable and we do what we can to make all of our guests feel welcome and accommodated as much as possible. Thanks again for staying at the historic castle house, Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive: great kitchen amenities; good location: rent some bikes and ride anywhere!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Thanks for staying at the Castle! You are welcome to return for the Fall Color, Salmon fishing or Winter Fun!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family. The place was stocked with everything you could need. Tons of towels, blankets, pots, pans, fans in every room. The only 2 things we could have used was wooden spoons and a full length mirror somewhere. The location was perfect. You could walk to the beach and downtown. There was more than enough room on the front porch for everyone (2 tables). We had a person in a wheelchair and they were able to get around fine on the bottom floor. Great trip, great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Perfect for our stay in Frankfort! Close to downtown, groceries and beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host has great communication. It was my 2nd time staying at this house and loved it again. Clean, updated, stocked with essentials. Location is fantastic!! Love this house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2025
Thanks Tina! We love supporting the athletes participating in the Frankfort IRONMAN!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation for the July 4th holiday

Our family enjoyed our stay in a terrific location. Downtown Frankfort and beach were walkable for our adult children. Nice updates in living and dining area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway!

We enjoyed the castle so much and had a wonderful time making memories. The home was spacious and clean. Owners were always available if/when we needed them. We already booked for next year! Great location near downtown and the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2021
We're glad you enjoyed your stay, we're looking forward to having you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Frankfort Fun

This house was conveniently located for walking to both shops and the beach. It was well stocked with tissues for our allergy suffering noses! We had a great time and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you Jill, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Let us know how we can be of service in the future. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best beds ever

Overall this stay met our expectations, but I must note that the bed in the main room was the most comfortable we've ever had at any rental. We would definitely stay again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2022
Thank you Neil! We do our best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location across from the park and tennis courts. House has a good layout for an extended family vacation with one queen bedroom downstairs plus bathroom and the rest upstairs. Bathroom upstairs is dated but lots of towels and fully functional. No issues with hot water. Three bedrooms don’t have a/c so keep bedroom doors open. A/c unit downstairs keeps house comfortable during the day. Nice deck out front that can seat 12 with two tables and plenty of parking. Dining room seats 8 plus two more at small kitchen bar. Living room was perfect for reading and watching Wimbledon. Downtown is a 10-15 min walk or a 5 min bike ride.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Castle House was comfortable for our family. The front porch was very nice. We had sufficient parking in back. Location was also a plus.It needs WiFi & update doors & locks. But, Overall, we had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Trip

House was great. Clean and ready to go. Very easy to communicate with the owner. Great location to easily walk into downtown Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Very comfortable stay for 4 adults and 2 kids with extra space to spare. The house seems recently renovated. Everything is accurate on rental description. Road noise can be a bit distracting as it is located right on M-22, but otherwise a great convenient location.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thanks Sarah! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the Castle!

Our family has stayed here several times and absolutely love it! Many new updates that enhanced our experience. Location is perfect! The castle home felt like home while we were there. Clean and spacious for our family of 12. We have made many memories over the years and can’t wait to make more! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2023
Thanks Melissa! We do our best to make the house your home for your stay. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Castle

Rooms were tight but had all the beds we were looking for. Location was VERY convenient. Parking was not clear. We parked in neighbor’s property when we arrived after dark. Deck and Patios were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2023
Thanks for your review! We really appreciate the opportunity to improve. The Castle was built before 1900 and has a colorful history which may explain the "tight" ceilings. It's rumored to have been a brothel until the nuns from the Catholic church across the street blessed and renovated it! Parking is flexible and the neighbors are very accommodating. Based on your comment the areas for parking will be better marked. Thanks again for your feedback, Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean, great location

We stayed here with our four kids and another family of five. The house was very clean and well appointed, and close to downtown Frankfort and the beach. Everyone had a great time. Plenty of dishes and cookware, lots of towels, and adequate seating. Our only critique is that the Wi-Fi router wasn’t working well for us. We could plug the cord from the modem right into a computer, but none of our devices could stay connected wirelessly. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2022
Thank you for your stay and for your comments. We'll look into the Wi-Fi situation right away and make sure that's corrected. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location/too warm in bedrooms at night

Everything was great, location, cleanliness, outdoor space, response from owner, except the air conditioning. It is limited to main rooms and main bedroom. The other four bedrooms got pretty uncomfortably warm at night, even with the provided fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2024
Thanks for your comments! We have recently upgraded the AC but we are stuck with the existing vents in this 100 year old (remodeled) house. We will provide window AC units for next season! Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great location of a vacation home

The property was nice and accommodating for a group of 4. We enjoyed our stay while we were there on our annual fishing trip. I have a couple of suggestions for the property managers and owners. Clean the grill before new guests arrive Clean the fire pit and have it ready to be used Have the appliance in working order. The dishwasher was broken prior to our stay. And not fixed during our stay. Have the place sprayed for ants. There was a infestation of ants in the kitchen
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2020
Chris, Thank you for your comments from last year. We took those to heart and got a new, bigger grill, dishwasher repaired (only 3 years old!) and have Orkin on contract to take care of the whole house. We trust it will meet with your approval during your next stay. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Cool House

Stayed here for Ironman Michigan with 9 other athletes doing the race. The house is big with plenty of parking and the location is wonderful. Just a 1/2 mile walk down to transition. Loved being able to sit out on the deck and watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee the day before the race. House is spacious inside, nicely decorated and in great shape. Had a little bit of an issue with an air conditioner leaking on the stairs but we just turned it off after speaking to the host. Also had some wonky light issues in the entrance and the dining room but it seriously wasn't a big deal. Very pleased with our stay here and would love to stay here again the in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2024
Tina, we are so glad we were able to support you during your competition in the iron Man! Thanks for pointing out items we can now address since our high season is done. Thank you for the great review and we look forward to hosting you anytime in the future. Best! Charles and Mary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

The Castle Is The Best!!

Well first of all, just the house castle design on the outside won over the children before we even arrived. The check-in process was quick and flawless. Everything in the house was immaculate. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bedrooms attractive and all had plenty of charging stations….much better than a hotel! Bathrooms were well cleaned and each had shampoo and conditioner in them. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and many little extras like seasoning and spices you might initially need bf you get to the store. Also, there was a supply cupboard in the laundry room that included batteries, extra toiletries, mosquito spray, etc….again all things you might need bf you get to the store. The porch in the front porch and deck area in the back were great for family gatherings and the oversized yard provided plenty of space for little ones to run around. All in all, The Castle will be the perfect spot for your next family or other group outing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Paul, Thank you so much for your review, we do our best and I'm glad that you were able to enjoy the historic Castle house!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great historic property near enough to downtown to walk in for ice cream, but far enough away to be clear of the summer crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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