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Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan

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Sandune Suite sleeps 7 comfortably!
Living room off the north bedroom & full kitchen.
Sandune living room
View of the house from Betsie Bay
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

Explore the area

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FRANKFORT, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

North Bedroom

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan

Located in the resort town of Frankfort, Michigan, Serendipity House offers summer lodging in five suites just a block from Lake Michigan. The Sandune Suite is our largest at 1,150 square feet, has one bedroom with a queen bed and another with two queen beds and a twin bed. The suite sits on the second floor at the rear of the inn and has two private entrances, living room with a sofa bed, full private bath and full kitchen.

Available to all guests is the big front porch looking across Main Street to Betsie Bay and a backyard outdoor seating area with fire pit, picnic table, Weber grill, and comfy furniture. The inn sits on Main Street just steps from the beach and the downtown with its collection of unique restaurants, Stormcloud brewery, retail shops and the Garden Theater.

The Betsie Valley Bike Trail begins its 26-mile journey just across the street in Frankfort Park, while biking and hiking trails are all within 10 minutes from Serendipity House. We are a half-hour drive from Sleeping Bear National Park, with vineyards, farms and distilleries sprinkled throughout the area.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Weddings and family reunions welcomed.

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

House is smoke free incl. porch & sidewalk

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4635922
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: 8
Note from host: Weddings and family reunions welcomed.
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

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 cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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FRANKFORT, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Frankfort Light - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 23 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Crescent Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Family Suite w/ private entrance one block from Lake Michigan located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interesting classic vacation house property.Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2025
Thanks for the compliments Mark. We enjoyed having you and welcome your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

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

Right near the beach!

Fantastic location near the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home very close to the beach in a lovely little town. We really enjoyed our stay here. Everything was clean and comfortable. We were here for the Ironman race and the location couldn't be better. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2025
James, Thank you for your kind words. We try to meet our guests' expectations and we're glad we achieved that with your stay. You are more than welcome to come back to Serendipity House, we agree Frankfort is a special place. Best, Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay J.

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

Nice place and location.

Met our expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thanks Clay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Perfect spot

Perfect location to everything. We could walk to the beach and all the local shops. The place was clean and exactly as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and that your suite was what you expected. We welcome your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Exactly as listed

Great location! We were there for the Ironman Triathlon and the location was perfect, it was so nice just to walk back to our unit. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen, while tiny, was well stocked. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerinda S.

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

1890s home is a gem

Perfect location for us. Close walk to beach or shopping. Nice 1890s home
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Jerinda, we couldn't agree more! We think it's pretty special too and are glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for choosing Serendipity House, we welcome your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Awesome place!

Great location on Main St. Plenty of room for a family of 4. Walk to the beach, restaurants, etc. Great communication with the host. Will be back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thanks Joe! We agree that our location can't be beat. We're glad you and your family enjoyed your stay, and we welcome you to return anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Summer!

We had a small glitch in checking in, but the manager was immediately available and resolved issue. The location is great and worked great for my family!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
We agree our location is one of the best. We're happy your family enjoyed themselves. Come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

review

appreciate some supplies in the kitchen. place was clean and tidy. nice to have a big backyard with a firepit. would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn F.

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

A great family vacation one week before starting schooll

My family loves Lake Michigan and to be able to be only a few steps from the beach and enjoy the water & beautiful sunsets was awesome. The guest house was comfortable and very cozy and my family thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you Marilyn, we enjoyed having you and welcome you and your family to stay the next time you visit Frankfort!
Verified

8/10 Good

P C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

You can't beat the location - 2 blocks from one of the best beaches in Michigan to the west and just one block to the charming downtown area in the other direction. And just a short drive to Sleeping Bear, Traverse City, Leelanua, and other area attractions. However, it's a little misleading to advertise the Sandune Suite for 6-8 people. Yes, it's possible for 6-8 people to sleep here. But don't expect there to be enough room for everyone to be comfortable during the day. The kitchen is too small for 2 adults to be in the room at the same time. And the living area does not have enough room for more than 4 people to sit. It was comfortable enough for just the 2 of us, especially since we didn't need to kitchen for more than making coffee and toast in the mornings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thanks for your comments Pat. We appreciate you letting us know your thoughts . We agree that our location is ideal and our house, built in the 1890’s, is perfectly situated. With more than 1,150 square feet the Sandune is our largest with five rooms. It’s perfect for families with small children and we have many return guests who enjoy the separate bedrooms and full kitchen. As for seating in the living room, we have additional chairs throughout the suite for guests to use in the living room. Thanks again for booking with us, we hope you’ll visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart G.

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

Walking distance to the beach.

Check in was easy. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Short walk to the beach. Half hour drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you Bart!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie J.

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

Weekend in Frankfort ❤

Best location for everything! No need to drive anywhere after you arrive. You can't find a better spot. The Sandune is cute and cozy but was a bit tight living space for 6 adults. We would still return though because we loved our overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Cherie, we agree that we have the best location in town! We appreciate you letting us know about your stay and welcome your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wonderful cottage!

A perfect, welcoming location for vacation. It was comfortable and cozy base for a week of adventure and fun. Loved visiting with fellow guests on the big, breezy porch, morning swims at the beach, biking trails, hiking and shopping just steps from the door. I’ll be back, Serendipity House!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Amy, You hit the mail on the head! Sounds like you enjoyed all that Frankfort & Serendipity House have to offer. Thank you for visiting and we look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Location was beyond what we expected. House was super cute!

Worked well for the whole family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thanks Erin! We 're glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Had a blast!

This was a great house and AMAZING location for our family of 5. Sarah (owner) was super responsive and very helpful. I’d love to stay here again in the future. The only thing we’d like to see improved would be some more kitchen utensils. There were the basics, but a few more tools would have made cooking a little easier.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your nice comments. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay at Serendipity House and appreciate the information about the utensils in the kitchen. We will be sure to review our inventory and purchase additional utensils as needed. Thanks again and we look forward to your return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc M.

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

Wonderful location and place

The only things that would have been nice to have that we didn't have is a working radio / stereo and air conditioning in the living room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thanks for your review. We checked out the stereo and found that it works but we will add instructions so that folks know how to operate it. I know it can be tricky sometimes. As far as the air conditioner goes we have one in each bedroom but we will install one in the living room window for next season. Thanks again and we look forward to your return to Serendipity House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Short walk to everything!

Loved the location; a 2 minute walk to the beach AND to downtown. We made multiple trips back and forth between going to the beach and eating, then walking back to earth the sunset. We stayed at the Sandune upstairs. The condo itself is cozy. Unfortunately, it rained all day the one full day we were there. Cable entertained us for so long and we got a little restless. A suggestion would be a collection of board games or playing cards as finding something for the kids to do downtown were limited. Towels are well stocked in the bathroom. We didn't use the kitchen. Overall, if we're came back to Frankfort, we would definitely seek out Serendipity House again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

What an Oversight!!

I have been going to Frankfort since 1968. First single, then with my husband and children and now with my children and grandchildren. Trust me when I tell you, I have stayed EVERYWHERE!! This year we stayed at Serenity House. I booked on line and was promptly greeting and given instructions for the months to come. I knew months in advance when my final payment would be due, how to obtain keys, etc.. Most places in Frankfort demand an exact 7 day stay. We did not have seven days and they worked with us! I had two concerns before arriving....with two small children, would be disturb others in the other apartments? Where would we find parking on Main Street with the most popular beach less than two blocks away? Upon arrival, we quickly learned there is very convenient parking in the back of the house! Our suite slept 8. There is a small kitchen that served all of our needs. Two bedrooms...One with a queen bed and the other....two queens and a single. The living room is adequate, as one quickly learns there is so much to do, you sure don't sit in front of the TV!! It is not ultra modern, nor should it be. It is like renting a vacation cottage! We met other families on the porch and were very surprised many of them also had small children in their units, yet we never heard a word!!It was the perfect space for us. Not only are you incredibly close to the beach, you are within walking distance of everything! The front porch is an added bonus. Sit with coffee in the morning and watch the boats entering the harbor, or sit in the evening with a glass of wine and people watch. It's great! There are parks, restaurants, bars, tons of shopping and activities for every age. What a great area and great place to stay. I can't believe we overlooked this gem for so long! We will most certainly return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Dear Laurie, Thank you for your wonderful review of Serendipity House. We could not agree with you more and are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with your family. Our house has a vintage cottage charm that my dad worked hard to perfect throughout the suites. He knew what vacationing is all about -making lasting memories with family and friends. Thank you again and we welcome your return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny H.

Great Stay!

We loved staying at Serenity Place for Memorial Day weekend! The family bedroom was very spacious and worked great for parents and kids! Our in-laws enjoyed their roomy room on the other end of the unit. If you love to read, there are plenty of books to pick from and the house is in such a great location! We walked to the pier, park & ice cream multiple times! We enjoyed the backyard picnic area and porch swing too! There are so many fun things to do in this area, I highly recommend visiting this town and staying at serenity place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Jenny, We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Serendipity House. We welcome you to stay with us the next time your travel plans bring you and your family to Frankfort.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

Wonderful!

Serendipity House is charming and very conveniently located. The beds are super comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend Serendipity House!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you Pam. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and we welcome your return!
Verified

8/10 Good

julie b.

very clean, good space

great experience- very clean, fairly quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Dear Julie, Thank you for your nice review and for joining us at Serendipity House! We appreciate you taking the time to comment on your stay and hope that you will visit us again soon. Warmest Regards, Sarah Bannister
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Great place!

Very comfortable and right in town so very convenient. Love the front porch and the homey feel of the suite. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the great review Kathy! We enjoyed having you and welcome your return to Serendipity House. Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Great property for family of 5. Walk to beach & restaurants. 30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes

Had a small issue the first day with the AC at the property, But Sarah the owner was super responsive and took care of the issue immediately. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
Thank you Anne! We appreciate your understanding and enjoyed meeting you and your family. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay.

About the host

Hosted by Sarah McCallum

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My family has a long history of innkeeping. My grandmother, Nancy Bannister, owned the Sunset Valley Resort Motel and 13 waterfront cottages on M-22 in Arcadia in the 1960's. Our family has been enjoying Benzie County for years and we'd love to share our experiences with you and help you create your own memories.

Why they chose this property

My father Tim Bannister purchased Serendipity House in 2007 and lovingly restored the c.1890 historical home. He often referred to the house as a "she" and after painting, fixing or planting flowers on the porch he could be heard to exclaim in a campy sailor's voice "she's looking good yar!"

What makes this property unique

Close to everything! One block from the sparkling waters and sandy beach of Lake Michigan and one block from downtown.

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