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A lakeside property with a dock, cabins, and a large body of water.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1496 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

This apartment places you next to Crystal Lake and within a 10-minute drive of Benzie Area Historical Museum. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach near Crystal Falls Boating Access Site - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 15 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Welcome to The Vine House on Crystal Lake
A peaceful 4-bedroom, 2-bath getaway that comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests. This charming 1950s lakefront home offers a private dock, kayaks, and stunning views from a large yard that leads directly to the water. While a public access point borders the property, it’s rarely used—offering a nearly private lakefront experience. Enjoy calm mornings, seasonal sunsets, and close proximity to downtown Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City.

🛏️ Bedrooms & Layout
Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Queen bed
Bedroom 4: Twin bunk beds
Living Room: Pull-out sofa
2 full bathrooms
Sleeps up to 10 guests

🍽️ Amenities & Features
-Fully stocked kitchen (oven, microwave, fridge, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender)
-Smart TV, Wi-Fi, board games
-Air conditioning & heating
-Washer & dryer (in covered outdoor area, not heated)
-Outdoor shower (preferred to conserve septic tank capacity)

🌅 Outdoor Highlights

-Private dock on Crystal Lake (note: boat on-site is not for guest use)
-Kayaks for guest use
-Gas fire pit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge areas
-Large yard with lake views

🔑 Guest Access
-Guests have full access to the entire home, yard, dock, and amenities
-Smart lock entry is on the north (lake-facing) side of the home
-West-side entrance near the driveway does not have guest access
-Parking for 2 cars in driveway + free street parking

📍Location
-2.5 miles to downtown Frankfort (shops, restaurants, beach)
-7 miles to Beulah
-20 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes
-40 miles to Traverse City
-Close to bike trails, hiking, and scenic drives along M-22

ℹ️ Additional Notes
-Public access borders the property but is rarely used
-Septic holding tank: please be mindful of water use
-Outdoor shower is ideal to help reduce tank fill-up
-Ring camera on exterior (north side, facing lake) for security
-Minimum Stay: A 3-night minimum stay is required most of the year. However, in July and August, bookings require a 7-night minimum with Friday check-in and Friday check-out only.
-No pets allowed
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,496 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

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 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
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.
  • 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 and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

385876

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this apartment?

This apartment is located in Frankfort, just steps from Crystal Lake. You'll also find Betsie Valley Trail and Frankfort Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What do couples enjoy most about The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside apartment include a fireplace and a smart TV in each apartment, and some feature beach view.

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have connecting rooms available?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 25.2 mi away. Another top airport is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is around 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at The Vine House on Crystal Lake.

The Vine House on Crystal Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is nicely situated. The sunroom was the perfect room to enjoy the lake view, play games on a rainy day, or after a long day on the lake. The host was prompt to respond. Great stay! Great memories. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake House

Our family with seven kids ages 3 to 18. Enjoyed our stay on Crystal Lake. The water was beautiful and this location made it easy to swim out to the sandbar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with its own private small beach. Great quality dock. Has everything you need with a great grill that fires right up. Very clean, lots of beach towels. I would definitely rent here again. No dishwasher so we switched to paper plates. Outdoor shower was a fun adventure for the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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