[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Michigan ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95310000/95304700/95304637/b53500d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95310000/95304700/95304637/66e10331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95310000/95304700/95304637/b589bf69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95310000/95304700/95304637/34741cc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95310000/95304700/95304637/9680f50a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into this rustic cabin at Congregational Summer Assembly, surrounded by wooded beauty and the sounds of nature. Relax in the cozy kitchen, unwind on the screened-in porch with a propane stove for heat or sit by the fireplace in your primary bedroom. Enjoy private beach access to Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan with multiple tennis courts nearby. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community Summary: Red Shutters at the Congregational Summer Assembly (CSA) in gorgeous Frankfort, Michigan was built by hand in 1939 and offers guests a rustic, close-to-nature, "old-school" vacation experience with tons of amazing private community amenities available! Half-mile walk to Lake Michigan and Crystal Lake. 6-night minimum stay is required. The Space: Welcome to the Congregational Summer Assembly (CSA) and step back in time to this wholesome, peaceful resort offering family events and activities. Our rustic cabin features a large primary bedroom with a king bed, an old-school upper-level bunk room, a screen porch, and all the peace and relaxation you could want. The activities are posted weekly and include arts and crafts, dancing, tennis, watersports, theater, bible studies, nature observation, area history, yoga, swimming lessons, and water aerobics. This community has multiple tennis and pickleball courts and offers private beach access to Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan. Step inside this wooded, rustic cabin with a recent addition of a primary bedroom with a king bed, half bath, fireplace, and walk-out deck, offering a place to rest and relax. The cozy kitchen has everything you need to cook on your vacation including a small electric stovetop and oven. The living room has a propane stove for heat and opens to a screened-in porch, which has a dining room table and additional relaxed seating. The porch is the perfect place to sit for meals between activities, play games, read, or build puzzles. Take the stairs up to the loft where the second floor has been sectioned into 3 sleeping areas-2 with queen beds, and 1 with twin bunks. Open the windows to appreciate the sounds of nature and the gentle evening breezes. From the house, you can walk or drive to all the fun on the property. Time moves slower here and the opportunities for enjoyment are endless. The exclusivity of activities to just the residents and their guests throughout the summer allows for new friendships to be made. During your weeklong stay you will make many memories and it may become your groups annual summer vacation tradition. Rental Policy: \- No smoking of any kind or fireworks are permitted. \- No events, parties, or large gatherings are permitted. \- Primary guest must sign rental agreement and water waiver prior to their stay. This will be sent to their email on file. \- No pets CSA Rental and Guest Policy: \- Weekly rentals only. 6-night minimum is required. \- Check-in 3:00 pm Check-out 10:00 am \- CSA office hours Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \- CSA Registration is required upon arrival. Costs $41 per person/per week for all guests over 3 years old. Activities are planned a week in advance and posted each Sunday by 4 pm on the porch of the Assembly Building and on their website. \- Vehicle Stickers are required. Costs $20 per car. Max 2 cars. \- Guest tennis at the Woods Court is an additional cost of $5 per day. \- No motorcycles, campers, RVs. \- Yellow bag trash system. Garbage pick-up is on Tuesdays and Fridays on the CSA grounds located at South Shore Drive and M-22. You may purchase the yellow bags required for trash pick-up at the CSA office or Family Fare market in Frankfort. Yellow bags cannot be put out the night before. If you miss trash day you must remove all trash from the property before, checkout. To help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely to provide all reservations with damage protection. This protection plan costs $49.00 for 1-29 nights, $249.00 for 30-59 nights, then $70.00 for each additional 30-night block. For Airbnb reservations, the initial $49 charge will be added to your reservation at booking and the remaining balance for the damage protection plan will be requested through Airbnb separately after check-in. Links to Safely's complete terms can be found in our email agreement. All reservations are subject to the guest agreement terms, conditions, and fees. Guest Access: This property features self-check-in. Check-in is permitted between 3:00 pm -10:00 pm. Guest are responsible for having their check-in instruction before arrival. Check-in instructions are sent after completing our guest check-in form and agreeing to our terms of service. The home's property address will also be sent separately 72 hours prior to check-in. The Neighborhood: Crystal Lake Township Getting Around: Car recommended. Other Things to Note: 1 Set of shower towels has been provided per guest. Beach towels are also provided but must be washed, dried, and put away prior to checkout if you choose to use them. Please clean out the lint trap after each use. Guests are provided with a small amount of the basic essentials including 2 rolls of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 laundry pods, 2 dish pods, a full dish soap dispenser, and full soap dispensers in each bathroom, and basic cleaning supplies. Guests are not to use the host's inventory of bulk supplies left at the property and should be prepared to supply their own as needed for longer stays. CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS: •November-April: Set the heat/thermostat to 55 degrees and close the blinds. •May-October: Shut off everything and close the blinds. •Strip beds (not mattress pads) and pile all sheets and towels on the floor near the washer. Start a load of towels in the washer. (If applicable.) •If you used more than 2 shower towels, hand towels, or washcloths per person we ask that you wash, dry, and put the excess away before checking out. (If applicable.) •Dispose of all food. No food or beverages are to be left inside the property. •Put all trash in the garbage bin. Trash instructions are noted in your Guest Guide Link. Please take the trash to the road if your stay falls on or within 48 hours of trash day. •Put patio cushions back. (If applicable.) •All dishes must be washed, dried, and put away. Dirty dishes may result in a $100 additional guest cleaning fee. •Turn off all lights. •Lock the door. Interaction with Guests: Guests will have this entire home to themselves. Rental Management One is available to assist via text, phone, or directly through OTA messages. Detailed contact information will be provided with the check-in instructions. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49230000/49224700/49224641/901dbe76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin-style cottage w/ full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, and full WiFi Frankfort - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace 7.0 Good 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=49224641&PinnedHotelID=49224641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34210000/34200900/34200817/509baaa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Arcadia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=34200817&PinnedHotelID=34200817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76780000/76776800/76776792/03149055.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystal Lake retreat w/terrific lake views, private waterfront, firepit, 2 bikes Frankfort - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 6.2 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=76776792&PinnedHotelID=76776792&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83370000/83366800/83366738/b914b294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new 2 bedroom carriage house with patio in the heart of Frankfort! 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All guests must register with the CSA upon arrival. All vehicles must obtain a parking ... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 ### Property is also known as 67cef9050fab4600491bff81 ## 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%7C44.66387%2C-86.25135&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PY7T0ezZFNCFcdg0VSNSNA84TDA=) Frankfort, MI #### What's nearby - Bellows Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Frankfort Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Betsie Lake - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Point Betsie Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.3 km - Old Indian Trail - 11 min drive - 12.2 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Hotel Frankfort - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community located? > Situated in Frankfort, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bellows Public Beach and Lake Michigan. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Frankfort Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question