Title: Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34200817&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Lakefront cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets ![Beach nearby - Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/a2d850c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/f8c1ca4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/fae89db1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/61e904e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, streaming services - Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/6a6cea6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a serene retreat at this private beach cabin, surrounded by miles of pristine Lake Michigan shoreline. Unwind on the screened-in porch or enjoy water activities with kayaks, paddleboards, and a canoe. Explore nearby trails or simply relax by the fireplace with tongue-and-groove pine walls and big views. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets 1958 cabin overlooking a private beach on sandy Lower Herring Lake, gradual drop-off, private dock, 2 new kayaks, 2 new stand-up paddleboards, new lifejackets, new 42" HD TV, access by boat miles of beautiful, private beach on Lake Michigan, pristine, private, and undeveloped beach for miles, with dunes blending into forests. We only rent by the week in July and August. We have another lake front rental 3 doors to the north of this one, 370427, 6 lake front cottages on Upper Herring Lake, about a mile away. On Upper Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1957430 Cabin on Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/398063 On Lower Herring Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/370427 On Crystal Lake, https://www.vrbo.com/1852762 Lakeside Resort on Upper Herring Lake, #1 https://www.vrbo.com/2913627 #2 https://www.vrbo.com/2872448 #3, https://www.vrbo.com/2820357 #4, https://www.vrbo.com/2888113 #5, https://www.vrbo.com/2888168 We are a quarter of a mile thru forest from the paved road, very quiet and peaceful. Cabin has a screened in porch, fireplace, full kitchen, dishwasher, 3 bedrooms, 2 queens and twin bunk beds, 2 twin roll-a-way beds. Tongue and groove pine walls, big fireplace, amazing views. Wifi, firewood, two kayaks, two paddleboards and a canoe included plus a propane grill. Watch postcard perfect sunsets over either lake. We are 6 miles south of Frankfort, 5 miles north of Arcadia. Herring Lake connects to Lake Michigan via a shallow, sandy stream directly across the lake. Amenities: All linens provided, canoe, 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, life jackets, paddles, full kitchen, gas stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, smartTV, WIFI, DVD player, beach chairs, propane grill, kid DVDs and grown-up movies, picnic table. Miles and miles of rails to trails bike paths in the area, running between Elberta, Frankfort, Beulah and Thompsonville. SUP, pontoon boat, speed boat and sailboat rental available right on the lake, delivered to your beach. Restaurants and things to see and do: RESTAURANTS Watervale Inn, since 1917 On Lower Herring Lake, 1244 Watervale Rd, Arcadia. Breakfast served from 8-10 a.m. Dinner seatings at 6 & 7:15\. Reservations, frontdesk@watervaleinn.com, 231-352-9083\. No credit cards. Checks, cash & Venmo fine. Outdoor BBQ on the terrace on Tuesday evenings 6-7:30, all inclusive. Park by the tennis courts. Stormcloud Brewery, Live music. 303 Main St. Frankfort next to Garden theater. Roadhouse Mexican, Benzonia Cherry Hut, Benzonia, Local landmark, Popano’s Pizza, 334 Main St Frankfort. Very limited seating. Second location in Beulah. Lighthouse Café, Breakfast and lunch, Elberta. Cabbage Shed, Open stage nights for musicians. Elberta. Vita Bella, Birch & Maple, Dos Arboles, Main St, Frankfort. Petals & Perks Coffee, Frankfort. Crescent Bakery & Coffee, Frankfort. L’Chayim Delicatessen, Frankfort. Ice Cream, The Scoop, Kilwin’s and Cool Spot, Frankfort, Ice House in Arcadia. MOVIES Garden Theater 301 Main St Frankfort, completely restored, next to Stormcloud Brewery. Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater 9812 Honor Hwy (M-31), Honor. 16 FREE THINGS TO DO 1\. Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm, 4907 River Rd, Frankfort. 2\. Sunsets on Lake Michigan at Frankfort (swings, volleyball), Elberta, Watervale or Pt. Betsie Beaches. 3\. Basketball, Skateboard & Tennis Park, 7th St & Sky Pl, Frankfort. 4\. Gwen Frostic’s Wood Block Nature Prints, nature preserve, world renowned stationary, 5140 River Rd, Frankfort. 5\. Green Point Nature Preserve Hike, zig zag down the shaded trail to Lake Michigan. Hardy hikers can continue north along the beach to the Elberta breakwater. Pic below. Another great beach for stone hunting is at the end of Grace Rd in Elberta, secluded beach and parking. 6\. Walk to the Frankfort Lighthouse on the Frankfort Breakwater (calm days). Jump off near a ladder on hot days. 7\. Kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding. 8\. Upper Herring Nature Preserve boardwalk hike. 9\. Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve boardwalk hike. 10\. Gravity Hill, position your car on Putney Rd, church on your left, facing Joyfield Rd, about 100 yards from Joyfield & Putney intersection. Stop sign ahead should be visible over your dashboard but not the metal post. Turn off the car and glide uphill. Works with a bike too. Numerous articles online. 7018 Putney Rd, Arcadia. 11\. Platte River State Salmon Hatchery, 15210 US-31 Beulah. Largest fish hatchery east of the Mississippi. Cherry Hut is on the way. 12\. Kids waterfront parks, one in Elberta and one in Frankfort with mineral water fountain. Both close to fishing piers. 13\. Historical Museums, 3340 Lake St, Arcadia, and 6941 Traverse Ave, Benzonia. 14\. 4 1/2 Mile Walk on Lake Michigan beach to Elberta. Start at the end of Watervale Rd, go over the dune and turn right (north) all the way to Elberta Beach. Requires crossing the outlet, usually about a foot deep, 20’ wide, or get dropped off at the outlet by boat. Meet your party or park a car at Elberta Beach 4.5 miles to the north, next to the breakwater. This hike is best done in the morning when the beach is in the shade. 15\. Concerts in the Park, summer nights, Thursday in Beulah on Crystal Lake, Sunday 6:30-8 in Frankfort, Mineral Springs Park. 16\. Sleeping Bear Dunes. Free if you park in picnic area about a quarter mile away, 8751 W. Dayfarm Rd, Empire, or $20 at ranger station. MORE RECREATION Airplane Sightseeing Rides Orchard Beach Aviation, 2323 Airport Rd, Manistee, MI. (231) 723-8095. Rockin R Ranch, horseback riding, Bear Lake, MI. 231-864-3539 Cognition Science & Discovery (Kids), Beulah, MI. Crystal Falls Mini Golf & Ice Cream, Benzonia, MI. Furnace Street Bar & Distillery, overlooking Frankfort Harbor, Elberta, in the former Trick Dog building. Fantail Farm, Horse drawn wagon and sleigh rides, 231-930-7216, Benzonia. Michigan Legacy Art Park (& Hike), Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI. Riverside canoe or kayak trips on the Betsie River 5042 Scenic Hwy, Honor, MI 49640, 231-325-5622 Betsie Valley Trail (Rails to Trails) The Betsie Valley Trail is 22 miles long and extends from Frankfort through Elberta and Beulah to Thompsonville. Bike rentals in Frankfort, 231-399-0329. Point Betsie Lighthouse tours, Frankfort, MI. (231)-352-7644, FISHING Great fishing can be had right off your dock on Upper and Lower Herring Lake. Please catch and release, especially on Lower and Upper Herring Lakes. For fishermen who like to cast near Lake Michigan, both Frankfort and Elberta have fishing piers on Lake Betsie, which is essentially Frankfort Harbor. It is known for salmon, brown trout, steelhead, smallmouth bass, and catfish. On calm days, locals like to fish from the north and south cement breakwater piers that reach way out into Lake Michigan. The Frankfort Tackle Box on Main St has bait, tackle, licenses and great advice. For salmon, lake trout and steelhead charters, I recommend Power Trip or Tiny Bubbles. GOLF Pinecroft Golf Course Views of beautiful Crystal Lake, driving Range, pro shop and snack bar. Reservations 231-882-9100. Champion Hill Located in the highlands of Benzie County with distant views of Lake Michigan, Platte Lake, and Crystal Lake. 501 N Marshall Rd Beulah 49617 231-882-9200 Arcadia Bluffs Four-star golf course on Lake Michigan. Just south of Arcadia. 14710 Northwood Hwy, Arcadia MI. Bagpipers at sunset at the restaurant bar and terrace. 800-494-8666, restaurant 231-889-3009. Frankfort Golf Club 9 hole public course. 1857 Golf Ln, Frankfort. 231-352-4101 BOAT RENTALS Crystal Lake Adventure Sports Main St Beulah & Frankfort. 231-399-0329 or 231-882-2527. MacDonald Marine - 231-352-7970 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV with satellite channels - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Free firewood ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70869200/70869153/595b588c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The LakeView: Crystal Lake Living at Its Best Beulah - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=70869153&PinnedHotelID=70869153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120220000/120211800/120211785/9d83240d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystal Lake Retreat w/Private Waterfront & Beach Frankfort - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=120211785&PinnedHotelID=120211785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121860000/121852200/121852157/7493a683.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern-coastal retreat with lake views, covered deck, and walkable downtown Beulah location. 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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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Waterfront Great View Private Beach Dock Sunsets Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Cabin Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Arcadia orp5b71705x ## About the area Located in Arcadia, this cottage is on the waterfront. Arcadia Area Historical Museum and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal Mountain and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course. [Visit our Arcadia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Arcadia.dx6252806) [View more Cottages in Arcadia](https://www.expedia.ca/Arcadia-Cottages.d6252806-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.56125%2C-86.20807&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D_t5i0m_geht1JGRxFH0zErWlZg=) Arcadia, MI ### What's nearby - Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve \- 4 min drive \- 5.4 km - Inspiration Point \- 6 min drive \- 8.3 km - Betsie Lake \- 8 min drive \- 11.5 km - Elberta Beach \- 10 min drive \- 12.9 km - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course \- 13 min drive \- 17.2 km ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬16 min drive - ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive - ‪MT Plate Diner - ‬8 min drive - ‪Petals & Perks - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets? ### Where is Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 46 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Edward B. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location This cottage is on a great location on Lower Herring Lake. ##### Edward B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim S. Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect cottage we'll be back! ##### Tim S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeanne L. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location is good. We love that area ##### Jeanne L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LuAnn F. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is a great old-fashioned cabin. The living room is more spacious than the posting shows, and now has a comfy sofa and loveseat. Great location and good sailing lake. Nice birding opportunities. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8317979b-8c05-44c6-b6d3-d32d8915efee-1756149776237.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b73778a0-ea38-486a-a09e-2db50fba78cf-1756149776959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3a16c3eb-b790-4898-813e-c4a1be8f2903-1756149776907.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### LuAnn F. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi B. Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect location for biking and kayaking. You are 5 minutes from Arcadia Dunes with great single track biking loops through the forest. The cabin is lake-front and you can kayak across the lake through a stream, right out to Lake Michigan. The cabin had everything you need: a fire pit, chairs, kayaks, paddle boards, laundry, full kitchen. Wonderful get-away! ##### Jodi B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### LAUREL M. Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in Beautiful property right on the lake; we loved the location. The door lock was broken so the owner needed to come over and give us a key and he showed up quickly, within half an hour. The paddle boards were great. We paid a good price to rent this cabin... Although I know that this is a 70 year old property I believe that a more thorough cleaning would have made a huge difference and perhaps replacing some of the worn out items (carpets, screens) would be in order. ##### LAUREL M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was nice to have the paddle boards there ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger J. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Property, Terrific Host I booked a short stay, spur of the moment, and Peter was very kind and accommodating. He made the whole process extremely easy. The cottage is great! It sits right on Lower Herring Lake, so I had terrific views and complete lake access. The cabin is nicely appointed and has a spacious living room, and a very comfortable, cozy bedroom. The kitchen contains everything you need for your stay and the washer and dryer on the back indoor porch is an added bonus. I will be back! ##### Roger J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip H. Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Michigan 70.3 Property was great! We really enjoyed the view of Lake Herring all day long! We had a Very peaceful getaway. ##### Phillip H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail S. May 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Location Had a great time, this is a wonderful property and a charming old cabin with a pleasant owner. Only complaint came from my elderly parents who found the beds old and uncomfortable and sagging in the middle. Loved the location on Lower Herring, great trails nearby. ##### Abigail S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. May 19, 2019 #### Stunning view, very clean, everything you need! Peter was an excellent host, very responsive and accommodating. There were a lot of bugs this time of year (mid May) but they didn’t bite; otherwise zero complaints. The house is well stocked, extremely clean, conveniently located, and the view and beach access can’t be beat. Can’t wait to book another trip! ##### Lisa M. Stayed 6 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### JAMIE A. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Overall, the property was nice. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't in our favor to take advantage of the lake amenities. We did however enjoy the quiet neighborhood aside from some late-night music. The cabin itself was cozy and clean. The bed on the lakeside was a little too firm for us. Linens and pillows were comfortable. The description tells of a new 42" tv I believe. It definitely is not 42" and the sound quality was rough. The kitchen stove is not gas. If you plan to cook bring your own pans. The frying pans are all warped or peeling. Made it a little tough to make our breakfast. There is no firewood for the inside fireplace. We did purchase some from a local roadside. Turned out to be too wet. Some instructions for the fireplace would be handy. Couch was super comfy. Water pressure was great. Place was clean. Great location. Made it easy to travel all around Frankfort, Traverse, Arcadia, Manistee. Lots to see on M22! ##### JAMIE A. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina T. Oct 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Michigan Getaway My husband and I loved this property. The Lower Herring Lake is right in front of the cabin and the sunsets were lovely. We took advantage of the outside fire ring and a walk along the woodland path behind the cabin. The access to Lake Michigan was just as advertised. Lots of beach to enjoy!!! The owner was very helpful with anything we needed. We recommend the Storm Cloud brewery in Frankfort. We had a very enjoyable meal there. Looking forward to coming again!! ##### Tina T. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret J. Aug 13, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Castaway Cabin The title of my review is what our boys named the Cabin during our stay. The location of this cabin and everything that is included is amazing! It includes Kayaks and paddleboards along with being near Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and of course private access to Lake Michigan. Lower Herring is so quiet and fun for swimming or paddling and the inlet to Lake MI gives way to a sandy beach for the kids to play. The cabin has everything you might need for a week at the Lake. The owners are great to work with too. ##### Margaret J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amy B. Aug 11, 2022 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Great location, but needs maintaining We rented the cabin in late July hoping for some quality lake time. While the location is great - on a small lake, just streets away from Lake Michigan - the cabin itself is in need of some TLC. We knew from the photos and previous reviews to expect rustic, however what we found was a large amount of bugs inside as a result of several broken or poorly installed screens and multiple leaks on rainy days (furnace and sun porch). We made the best of it during our stay, but would not return here. ##### Amy B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryne L. Sep 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded expectations!! We had an amazing time during our stay at Peter's cabin. Cute cabin, on the lake, surrounded by trees. Beautiful scenery, something out of a movie. Perfect location on the lake for our 2-year-old. Private sand area by the dock in front of the cabin. The water is only about 1-2 feet deep until the end of the dock which was perfect for our son to play in. Happy we were on Lower Herring as it was calm enough for us to get in the water every day. Loved access to the private beach at the Watervale Inn. When we went, we were the only family there. White sand and blue clear water. The location of the cabin was perfect. Easy 10-minute drive to Frankfort, Empire and about 15 minutes to Bealuh. We will most definitely be back. We were also allowed an early check in and late check out. Peter was very responsive and a great host. ##### Kathryne L. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abbie L. Jun 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Reading the reviews, I thought the place would be dirty and brought cleaning supplies. It was not dirty at all, very clean. Some elements were worn, but it’s not advertised as brand new so I was expecting older. All major appliances worked great. The owner helped us find a small sunfish boat on the lake, which was very kind. He responded promptly to our requests, and sorted out one issue we had. The views are perfect and the amenities of all the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards was a major draw for us - they were all in good working order. Plenty of life jackets and paddles. We used every boat at least once, and not one had issues. Noise around us was low, evenings were pleasantly quiet. ##### Abbie L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kelly S. Jul 9, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and sunsets, gross lake bottom We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is nothing fancy, in fact everything is very dated but that's typical for the area. We didn't really spend too much time inside so it didn't bother us. Pros: There are kayaks, a row boat, canoe and paddleboards available to explore the lake. There is a fun sand dune and an outlet to lake Michigan directly across the lake from the cabin, maybe 10-15 min with an easy kayak ride. My kids LOVED running up and down the sand dune. The water is very close to the house, a comfortable temperature in July, and sunsets are beautiful! Cons: When we checked in we found cobwebs and dust in the counters. I didn't like that I had to clean when I first arrived. A major disappointment was the abundance of plants and weeds on the bottom of lake from the shoreline all the way past the dock. It covered nearly all of the lake bottom on the property and was very squishy when stepped on. I had inquired about water depth for the safety of my 4 and 6 year-old children (shallow like I hoped for) and I was expecting a sandy bottom since the owner knew my children would be playing there. If I knew there would be plants all across bottom of lake I would not have rented. But if you don't have the concern I'd still recommend the property. ##### Kelly S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie Y. Sep 12, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rustic with a View We love Lower Herring Lake and the whole surrounding area. We rented this property because a member of our group was doing the Frankfort Iron Man so the location was ideal. Peter was very prompt in answering calls with questions and help getting into the cabin. The cabin is directly across from “ the cut” access to one of the most beautiful stretches of Lake Michigan you can find. That said, be prepared for a rustic stay. I did spend some time cleaning surfaces and sweeping away thick spider webs from the outside windows. The doors are tricky but expected due to the age of the place. I would say that just a few updates ( like a new coffee pot) could make this place more charming . We did enjoy our stay overall. ##### Julie Y. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christie H. Jun 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First Time in Michigan We have four kids age 6-16 and everyone really enjoyed this vacation! Kids learned how to kayak and paddle board in no time and loved spending time on the water. We loved being able to kayak over to Lake Michigan. We drove to Mackinac Island one day and went to Baldy Dunes another day. The rest of the time we spent at the cabin fishing, kayaking, and enjoying s’mores on the fire. It was the perfect vacation! Can’t wait to come back! ##### Christie H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paola K., Minneapolis, MN, USA Aug 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Location! We loved staying on Lower Herring Lake! It was so fun to paddle across the lake, through the inlet to the shores of Lake Michigan. So beautiful. We also loved how close the cabin is to Frankfort, making grocery shopping easy. The cabin was well equipped with paddle boards, kayaks, and a canoe. Really appreciated the dishwasher and laundry set-up. The wifi was good, and the TV set-up was good too, we were able to watch the Olympics easily. We would stay here again for sure. ##### Paola K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sena S. Jun 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Beautiful views, sunsets, and sunrises. Hike at Empire bluffs was fun. I always enjoy Frankfort shopping. The lake was warm so even in June in MI we were able to swim. Hope to come back soon. ##### Sena S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riley W. Jun 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation The cottage was perfect. We will be back next year for sure!! ##### Riley W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam S., Battle Creek, USA Nov 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice cabin for the perfect getaway! We enjoyed our time at the cabin. The area is just beautiful! I would absolutely recommend this place! The screened in porch was a great place to paint rocks, play cards and relax and do laundry! I was surprised by the washer and dryer! Thank you for sharing your home with us Peter! I hope to be back and enjoy the sunny, summer weather. ##### Sam S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Crystal D. Oct 31, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall weekend getaway My family and I stayed over the weekend. It was fall time and the scenery was beautiful. Even though our weekend was cloudy, rainy, and cool, the kids really enjoyed their time there. Mr. Turner was very easy to get a hold of and responded to my messages very quickly. One thing I would have to comment on, was that someone had put dirty plates with dried food back into the cabinet. I had to re wash all of those plates by hand (a good four or five of them) before we could eat. Also the screen door wouldn’t latch and our first night, there was a thunderstorm and the door kept banging around with the wind which scared my kids a little lol. Regardless we would still stay again. Probably in the summer though so the kids can enjoy the lake water and canoe and kayaks. Thanks for allowing us to stay! ##### Crystal D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [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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