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Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views

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An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a forested cliff.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants. A kitchen with bar stools and a dining table is visible in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a ceiling fan, and large windows.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a wooden bench, and a view of the deck and sky through the windows.
A coastal property with multiple white buildings featuring red roofs, situated on a grassy hill overlooking a clear blue sea.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 124500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Lake Michigan and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Frankfort Beach - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Little River Casino - 45 min drive - 40.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 5.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 9 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

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 there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Lake Bluff Preserve Birch Cottage Sleeps 22 Lake Michigan View
Lake Bluff Preserve Birch Cottage Sleeps 22 Lake Michigan View

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Frankfort within a short 16-minute walk of Lake Michigan. You'll also find Frankfort Beach and Betsie Lake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each house, and some feature beach view.

Are there hot tubs at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 25.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views?

Yes, every house at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views comes with a balcony and some offer beach and golf course views.

Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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
Verified review

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.
Verified review

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.
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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

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