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Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8

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A two-story house with a front porch, a flag, and a small garden.
A beach scene with a lighthouse, calm water, and people sitting on benches.
A patio with outdoor seating, yellow umbrellas, and a grill.
A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table with a decorative birdhouse, a lamp, and a bookshelf.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, a kitchen, and a dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

This apartment places you next to Lake Michigan and Frankfort Beach. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Betsie Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Frankfort Light - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bella’s Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Birch & Maple - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8

"The Birdhouse" (Guest Suite above the garage) has 1 bedroom (King bed ) and a spiral staircase leading up to a large sleeping loft (3 double beds). Full kitchen, dining room, living room, 1 bathroom. Very flexible ... works great for a couple or a small family!

Equipped with Refrigerator, electric stove, Microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster, cable TV & wireless internet, TV/DVD/CD player, Board games and cards. Small private porch with 2 chairs/table. Shared use of a large entertainment patio, and gas grill.

"The Birdhouse" is unlike any other vacation rental you will find. It is artsy, charming, fun and frivolous. Kids love it – who wouldn’t love a spiral staircase, a sleeping loft, original art pieces, a cookie jar & lunchbox collection, resident mermaid, and magnetic letters on a vintage refrigerator door hung on the wall?

Parents will love their private bedroom to relax in, a tidy kitchen to cook breakfast in, and the outdoor grill for dogs and burgers. Best of all, the beach is steps away, and downtown Frankfort is just a short stroll. Older kids can “run free” exploring the downtown, while young ones head to the beach with Mom and Dad.

It's a 5 minute walk to the beach, to enjoy the water, sand & sunsets, or to downtown Frankfort for the movie theater, ice cream parlors, upscale restaurants, and shopping. Take a 15 minute drive to the "Cherry Bowl" drive-in theater with the kids and don't forget to stop at the "Cherry Hut" restaurant for their delicious cherry pie!

The day is complete when you’ve returned to the beach for the sunset, or possibly even later to gaze at the Milky Way or watch for shooting stars.

But the best part of all ... memories that will last a lifetime!



The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please start a load of towels in the washer, preferably by 9:00 AM, on your departure day. This will help our cleaning crew complete their turnover within a reasonable time limit. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

See owner's Rental Agreement for Cancellation Policy. (100%@90; 50%@60-89; 10%@30-59; 0% refund if cancelled 30 days or less prior to check-in)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Steps To The Beach 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort Sleeps 2 6

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Frankfort, just steps from Lake Michigan and Frankfort Beach, and within a short walk of Betsie Lake. You'll also find Frankfort Light and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8 a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside apartment include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8?

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

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Are there connecting rooms at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 24.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8?

Yes, every apartment at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8 comes with a balcony.

Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 6-8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

Great place!

We love this place. Fits our family perfectly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location; well stocked ; host very responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kim t.

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

Comfortable stay

It’s a nice place. We enjoyed our stay. Loved the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Frankfort! Super close to the beach and the nice downtown area. A lot of beach gear in the garage to use!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Great location. Walkable to beach and town

Comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in the birdhouse. The lococation was perfect, just 2 blocks from downtown and 1 block from the beach. We had 4 adults and 2 children and it was plenty of space for us. Host was very responsive and pleasant to talk to. We are definitely planning to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Absolutely Adorable!

We loved the Birdhouse! The decor is very cute, and the place has everything you'll ever need for cooking, games and comfort. It was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

Forest Ave House

It was amazing. They provided everything that you could possibly need! We all loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Birdhouse

Location is the best to the beach and town. So cute and always something to look at. So artsy! Easy, good communication with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lezlie G.

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

Wonderful!

We rented the space to attend a wedding. The house was rented by the family of the bride. It was a perfect set up being able to be together and apart on the same property. Loved being able to walk to the beach and downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

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

A Perfect Place

Our stay in ‘The Birdhouse’ was amazing! A safe, quiet, and well, perfect location, is steps from the stunning lake Michigan Beach and 2-blocks from quaint Downtown Frankfort! Along with its ideal location, the Birdhouse is spacious, exceptionally clean, and well-equipped in the kitchen and has many beach chairs - and umbrellas available for a beach day. Jerry is very responsive and accommodating. This place has everything you will need for a pleasant stay, and I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Great stay at The Birdhouse in Frankfort

This property is clean and well maintained. It is located on a nice residential street, within walking distance of downtown Frankfort and the beach. The pictures and website description are accurate. The owner is easy to work with and responsive to any requests. We recommend this property for a couple or small family, as long as stairs are not an issue (they were not for us).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entire apartment was clean and comfortable. Bathroom and kitchen were very clean. Plenty of towels and other necessities. Apartment is well-appointed and neatly decorated. Wi-Fi & TV all good. We are a retired couple. Had no issues navigating stairway to reach entrance. Situated on a very nice, very walkable street. 5-minute walk to Frankfort Beach. Quick walk to Main St. - very close to excellent restaurants, bakeries and ice cream shops! Excellent value for comfort, cleanliness, convenience and amenities. Excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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

Perfect place for family of four - feet from the beach and so much more!

Booked last minute getaway to kick off the summer. Jerry was super accommodating with checkin and duration of stay. Place was very clean, very fun and perfect for our family - kids loved the loft space. Owners have thought of everything from hairdryer to shampoo in the shower, paper products, coffee grinds, beach chairs and buckets and even a salad spinner! Don't hesitate this place is great! We've rented up and down the east coast and throughout Frankfort. This is the most well equipped home we've ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Feels like home

Our accommodating, warm and friendly hosts made us feel at home even before we arrived. We loved the space, where we could enjoy many charming nooks to relax and share one another’s company, even with our teen! She loved her private loft! We played games and watched movies - generously supplied by the hosts. It was whimsical and clean and full of charm! The house is nestled among other beautiful homes on a quiet street, just a 5 minute walk to a STUNNING beach and the picturesque town filled with with coffee shops and other fun things to explore. Thank you for the perfect home for some much-needed time away together! We hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trisha A.

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

Special Memories

We booked this vacation not knowing days before we went they found a tumor in my husband"s spine. It was the most peaceful place for my husband and our girls to just spend time playing cards and games and do puzzles - all provided in the cottage. Our adult daughters walked to the beach every evening and walked the beach enjoying their time together swinging on the swings, processing all we had ahead. They still talk about this time together 9 months later. The cottage was clean, well stocked. We loved the town, shopping, eating at Storm Cloud, but mostly just family time in such a quaint, peaceful place. We loved the signatures in the bathroom and look forward to seeing ours again when we come back someday soon. My husband has since passed and we thank you so much for the wonderful memories of this last family vacation we had. We will be booking soon again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

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

Loved it!

Great place. Cannot recommend it enough. We needed to add a day and Jerry made it happen. Jerry communicated well and the property is lovely! Plan to stay again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Convenient, fantastic location

The owner communicated very well and check-in was easy. The location is really hard to beat. Amenities provided were outstanding. We never had to unpack our travel box.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Karen H.

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

Excellent Location

Last few years we stayed in the Birdhouse as part of our annual reunion with our family. It is a great location , and the grandkids love it here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

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

Great week in Frankfort

Perfect for our family of 4 plenty of room had an unused bed upstairs great location and very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Wonderful stay

We had such a wonderful time staying in the Birdhouse. It's super cozy and cute, just like the pictures. It was very clean and well appointed for our family of 4. There are so many thoughtful details like beach chairs and floats. The garage is so well organized and labeled for items for guest use. The patio space is beautiful and we really enjoyed the weber grills. Thank you for a great stay. We have been to Frankfort many times and this was our favorite place to stay. The proximity to the beach and town are unmatched!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deania T.

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

Great location and great value

We loved the location and the instructions online were perfect. It was perfect for a family and my kids enjoyed the loft and games. The kitchen had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again! We had great communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Cozy Eclectic Retreat

We had a delightful stay in The Birdhouse. It's very clean, with a well-equipped kitchen, and the owners have thoughtfully ensured that you'll have everything you need for your visit. Lake Michigan is just down the street, so it was an easy walk to the beach for some nighttime stargazing. Definitely hoping to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

E S.

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

Fall weekend

Enjoyed the location and the rental and had good communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Cute spot for small groups near everything in Frankfort

Well stocked and very thoughtful accommodations. Whimsical decor puts you in vacation mode immediately. I would not hesitate to recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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