Title: Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705500/33705499/40a17c27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705500/33705499/023649d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705500/33705499/aa1cf047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705500/33705499/99172fd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33705500/33705499/5d8704d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Upper Herring Lake Schoolhouse is a modern retreat with 360-degree views of the lake and countryside. This creatively designed home features cherry wood flooring, ceramic tile, custom woodwork, Pottery Barn style decor and antique furniture. Enjoy separate spaces for grown-ups and little ones alike on the quiet country road surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! \- NEAR CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN! \- We now have Wi-Fi!! \- As always, we never charge Host, Cleaning, Pet (up to two dogs) or Extra Guest fees! Just when your kids thought they were safe from school . . . Creatively designed and decorated to resemble an old, classic school house, but modern, comfortable and cozy with a touch of class. Cherry wood flooring, ceramic tile, custom woodwork, Pottery Barn style decor, a mix of antique and custom furniture, are just some of the home's touches. Enjoy 360 degree panoramic views of Upper Herring Lake and surrounding countryside, from the 4th floor bell tower.  The Home was also designed with the family in mind with separate spaces for grown ups and little ones alike. Located on all-sports (not all-crowded) Upper Herring Lake, with 140' of private water frontage\*. The Home sits on 2.5 acres and is on a quiet, peaceful country road. It is surrounded by a blend of rolling hills, woodlands, orchards, and vineyards. This 2100 sq. ft. home is in a word - FUN! You will be just minutes from Lake Michigan beaches and the resort town of Frankfort. Not much further are many of Northern Michigan's premier vacation spots such as The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Traverse City. Also, just 2-3 minutes\*\* walk down the boardwalk trail \*through the protected natural area, await enough waterfront amenities to fill a school bus... make that two school buses! There is a row boat, 2 - kayaks, 1 - 12' x 6' Floating Foam Aqua-Play-Mat, life jackets in various shapes & sizes, full dock w/moorings for extra boats, fire pit w/chairs, rope hammock, chaise lounge, and as an extra bonus we include the use a \*\*\*pontoon boat free of charge ( a $1,000 value). Oh, and did we mention 10 gallons of free premixed fuel! When these Amenities are available: Pontoon boat w/10 gal free fuel (Memorial week til early October), Floating Aqua-Play-Mat (Memorial Week thru Labor Day Week), kayaks (May 1st til Nov 1st), and row boat(April 1st til Nov 15th), dock (Mid-May til Nov 1st). \*Typical Northern Michigan soft mica bottom, NOT SANDY. The lakefront feels mucky near the shoreline. \*\*2-3 minutes for healthy adults and children, for those with health issues it could take a little longer. Home also sits on a slight grade so the walk back could be a concern for those with health issues. \*\*\*As a FREE bonus to our guests in our summer months, we offer you the use of one of a pontoon boats. They are nothing special. They are clean and well maintained. They range in size from 18-24ft. They range in age from 20-30 years old w/2stroke motors ranging from 25 - 35 hp. While these boats may not fulfill the boating dreams of some people, they are perfect for a sunset cruise or a family fishing outing. We even supply you with 10 gallons of pre-mixed gasoline!. To get the most enjoyment from these boats it is recommended that person with a knowledge of boating and two stroke motors be involved operating them. If not we do have full instructions, and technical assistance available if necessary. See photo of typical pontoon boat. \---- Also we provide a starter supply of paper/soap products which should be enough for a typical 2 night stay for smaller groups of 2 - 4 people. For a complete list of "what is provided" and "things to bring", check out "Using the property”, on your “My Trip” page. \- For our winter guests we recommend bringing an all-wheel-drive vehicle or at the very least a front wheel drive with good snow tires. Keywords: School, Pontoon Boat, Family, Waterfront, Lakefront, Beach, Winter Getaway, Northern Michigan, Private ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 2,200 square feet - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33704400/33704338/d1d50288.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SKI CRYSTAL! 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Start first load of laundry (can be either linens or towels). 2. Wipe excessive spills on surfaces. 3\. Return furniture to original places. Please leave inside furniture inside and outside furniture outside. 4. Clean and empty the BBQ grill into provided ash can only. 5\. Clean up after pets (including HAIR IN HOME (and "doo-doo" in yard). Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Check out list: -Start a load of laundry -Wash dishes & put away -Put back furniture that was moved -Trash out to receptacle -Clean all dog hair & poo Smoking damages the the home. If smoking has occurred inside the home, there will be a $200-$500 Cleaning Repair Fee depending on the level of damage. Quiet time: 10PM - 8AM. No parking on rd. By booking guest agrees to VRBO and host's (sent by VRBO after booking is complete) Terms and Conditions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Pontoonboat! Newer Home! Open ALL Year! Open ALL Year! Water Trampoline! Pontoonboat! Gameroom! Kayaks! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.54792%2C-86.18429&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q8Azpppm7UpFlI1fKayr8ypTXeU=) Arcadia, MI #### What's nearby - Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 6 min drive - 7.6 km - Inspiration Point - 7 min drive - 8.6 km - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 14 min drive - 17.5 km - Frankfort Beach - 14 min drive - 17.3 km - Point Betsie Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 24.4 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬13 min drive - ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬10 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Upriver Pizza - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve and Inspiration Point. Chestnut Hills Golf Course and Arcadia Area Historical Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ski Crystal! 4 FLOORS of FUN! Gameroom! PONTOON BOAT! Kayaks! NEW WIFI! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 43 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly P. May 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fishing trip Great property! A lot of fun things to do. The kids loved it! ##### Beverly P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer K., Montague, USA Jan 23, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick get away with famiky We had a lovely time. Great house to hang out in and enjoy each others company. ##### Jennifer K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly R. Oct 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### School House Vacation Wonderful property with plenty of room for our group. Lake Perch were plentiful, and delicious. Exciting to hear the wildlife at dark and enjoyed the peacefulness of the surrounding county side by day. ##### Holly R. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aimee F. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway This property was a wonderful get away. Having access to the pontoon boat and kayaks was so much fun. There was a little bit of a walk from the house to the lake on a private path but not to bad maybe 2-3 mins. It is fairly close, 45 mins-ish, to Sleeping Bear Dune National Lakeshore and is a really cool place to visit. Climbing the dune is no joke but fun. The only thing that could make it better would be to have some 9x13 or 8x11 bakeware. We had to improvise using a loaf pan to make brownies one night. lol! But still, its great and I would stay there again if we are visiting that area again. ##### Aimee F. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissy V. Oct 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Northern Michigan Retreat! We were lucky enough to have three nights at Valerie's place! It is such a spectacular location, close to Frankfort and the beach and restaurants, as well as numerous beautiful hiking trails. Our favorite was Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve. We also had a wonderful day driving M22 north to Leland, Northport and Glen Arbor. All within an hour/hour and a half of the property. There are so many great hiking spots within Sleeping Bear National Park. We did Alligator Hill and loved it! So much to do. Great location. And fabulous autumn colors! ##### Chrissy V. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marlene k l. Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall getaway I was very interested in this property for future family vacay’s, very fun place, loved how they include the school integrity with antique’s & decore, loved exploring the area ! Would be happy to stay here again! ##### marlene k l. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan H. Jul 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Vacation 12 mostly adults stayed comfortable here. Close proximity to lots of things. Make sure you take kayaks to lower herring and kayak out to Lake Michigan. ##### Bryan H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristeen J. Nov 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Vacation Ever Everything was perfect with our stay. The home was very clean and the owner thought of everything we needed to enjoy ourselves. The home is decorated like an old school house. The "bell tower" was so amazing to sit up in the morning with coffee and just watch the lake over the trees. DH and I were able to watch movies while the kids played pool and the PS2 in another room. Plenty of cooking necessities to make all our meals. We went for drives during the day and tried out a few of the restaurants recommended in the info book at the house. We had several walks down to the lake and that all looked nice too though we didn't use the fire pit. We also all went for walks along the road with our dog. It's a very beautiful road with barns and orchards all over. Not much car traffic. Would have loved to see it during high color season. ##### Kristeen J. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica W. Aug 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great week! House was perfect for the 11 of us. Great location. ##### Jessica W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan M. Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Rental! Our extended family stayed for a week and had no complaints at all. The property was very clean on arrival and the instructions were clear and concise. The pontoon boat was an absolute bonus and the house itself is unique and well cared for. We would recommend a stay to anyone interested and would make plans to come back without hesitation. ##### Ryan M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami S. Jan 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house! This was a great place to stay with our 4 adult, 4 kid group. It had everything we needed, was comfortable, and clean. The telescope room is really cool and a unique part of the house. It was further than we'd hoped from Crystal Mountain, but the trip back and forth was manageable. We would love to go back in the summer and take advantage of the lake. No Wifi--my fault for not reading the description well enough to realize this. Not a big deal, as one of our group had a hotspot, and it was better to mostly unplug for the weekend anyway. ##### Tami S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. Dec 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place We had a great time on this stay. The property manager was very helpful and provided excellent communication. The propert was very clean, had a lot of things to do and was a great environment. Would definitely stay there again and we huge recommend it. ##### Robert S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barb A. Dec 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway w/ the Granddaughters Beautiful home, beautiful area!! Our group was a little larger than originally planned yet there was space for all of us. One of my granddaughters is getting married next month so I thought I'd take all of the cousins on a quick getaway to bond and celebrate. What a blessing this home was! The home is decorated like an old school house. There is a bell tower at the top w/ a mini library. It's accessed by a spiral staircase. The kitchen is large and was stocked with everything we needed. We knew going in that there was no wifi and it ended up being perfect. We went for walks (saw cows) and watched DVDs at night. Some of the girls even watched their old favorite cartoons in the morning (while eating cereal) just like when they were little. We perused an old year book from 1930 in the home and drove into the little town of Frankfort for dinner one evening. We even tried Gravity Hill near the house. Put our cars in neutral and yes, rolled UPHILL. Thank you so MUCH!! I think we're all closer and we really want to come back sometime soon (maybe when I get news I'll be a great-grandma.). ;). ##### Barb A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Dan O. Oct 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### 5 Days in the Schoolhouse The building is charming inside and out, and the area down by the lake with the pontoon, fire pit and chairs is lovely. Blue Lakes should know that one of the stools at the bar was completely cracked when we arrived so might not be safe to use and there was no battery in the smoke alarm in the main floor bedroom. Typically the standard of care for a property such as this is for toilet paper and trashcan bags to be included. The surrounding area is beautiful with trees and is close to several quaint villages. ##### Dan O. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry R. Sep 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcoming experience Beautiful schoolhouse property & very clean! Plenty of things in a & around the home to keep all ages busy! Having the pontoon boat was fun for cruising & fishing! We had precious family time! Thank you! ##### Terry R. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott J., Rochester, MI, U SA Aug 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Generations Vacation Nice accommodations. Enjoyed location and hike to water. Pontoon boat was wonderful add on. And the Aquamat. Great fishing (fish the zones shown on map included with cottage handbook). Close to Sleeping Bear dunes (note: Dune walk is quite a challenge!) and nice beaches. Spacious kitchen. Lack of wifi actually a bonus (got youth to spend time on family games). Everyone had a good time. Many thanks! ##### Scott J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry L. Jun 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### school house The school house is just as pictured on the website. There is plenty of room for family and friends. ##### Terry L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy N., Holland, MI Jun 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50th Anniversary Celebration with Family Our family left the "Schoolhouse Cottage" with so many magical memories including: The quiet stroll down the wooded path to the lake listening to birds and rustling leaves blow. We loved having the pontoon boat to cool us off on warmer days. An eagle blessed us with its successful dive for a fish. We had plenty to do with games and the ping-pong table, chalkboard art, cooking contests, picnics on the deck, and much more. It is also located near Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve which a MUST for hikers. We canoed beautiful Lower Herring Lake which flows out into Lake Michigan - a sight to behold. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us and helping us to make these memories a reality! ##### Kathy N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris M. Feb 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Was a nice place to stay while we had a ski weekend. Quite a bit removed from any of the local towns, but within easy driving distance. Kids really enjoyed the rustic-ness of the school house cottage. ##### Chris M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LORI A. Dec 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Crystal Mt Great stay close to Crystal Mt. Wonderful host! Great with communication throughout the visit. ##### LORI A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Dan W. Nov 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and peaceful Nice location not to far from town. Quiet area where we could all relax. ##### Dan W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Michele Q. Sep 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Early Fall Getaway We were very happy with this home away from home! It was centrally located to many fun areas and yet off the beaten path. The home was cozy and nicely equipped for cooking and relaxing. The only negative was the rickety walk to the lake and distance from the house to the fire pit. We decided not to have a campfire because of the long walk in the dark back to the house. ##### Michele Q. ### 10/10 Excellent #### asti-marie h. Jun 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### June 5 - June 12 The week was absolutely amazing! Everyone enjoyed themselves, also it was about 15 min from Frankfort which is such a beautiful little town! ##### asti-marie h. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd I. Jun 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location We really loved the location and access to all the small towns. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the use of boat, kayaks, and dock. Would love to come again! ##### Todd I. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse A. May 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and Quiet Fantastic property! The lake is amazing! the house is amazing! You feel like your off the grid in what feels like a restored early American schoolhouse, but with a few towns only 10min away for groceries, restaurants and shopping. Didn’t hear a single car noise out on the lake (being from Chicago, it’s hard to escape the sound) would 100% book this property again. All the workings for a fantastic family get away. ##### Jesse A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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