[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33732500/33732449/a977be24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33732500/33732449/e6d49fe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33732500/33732449/70c92714.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33732500/33732449/4856cc00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33732500/33732449/7e530bf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched atop a cedar-lined bluff, Frankfort Cottage offers serene views of Lake Michigan and 105' of private-access sandy beach. Enjoy a wood-burning stone fireplace, polished concrete floors in the walkout lower level bedrooms, an outdoor shower and foot-wash station. Savor morning coffee on the deck overlooking the lake or indoors without missing a view. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. Sitting at the top of a cedar-lined bluff, this charming and secluded contemporary cottage offers open beam ceilings, a wood-burning stone fireplace, soaring views of Lake Michigan, and 105' of private-access sandy beach. Only two miles from downtown Frankfort. As you travel west toward Lake Michigan and turn onto the tree covered private drive, you'll know you've found a special place. Located on a one acre lot and over 200' from the road, this peaceful location will put you into vacation mode instantly. The home has two bedrooms located in the walkout lower level of the home with polished concrete floors. The first downstairs bedroom is equipped with a bunk bed and trundle bed (three twin mattresses). The master bedroom has french doors and large, east-facing picture windows which provide a nature view of the property. It is equipped with a queen bed with memory foam mattress. Each of the rooms has a closet with hanging storage baskets and hangers. An ironing board and iron are provided. The downstairs bathroom is a full bath with combination bathtub/shower, toilet, and double vanity. A hair dryer and first aid kit are located here. Upstairs you'll find a 1/2 bath and laundry room with stacked full size washer & dryer. The upstairs "bedroom" is a combination bedroom/TV room, which is somewhat open to the living area/great room. Though less private, this is the largest sleeping area with both a futon and a queen-sized sleeper sofa and has beautiful lake views. The great room boasts the most dramatic lake views of the entire home and easy access to the deck. A wall of windows provide an unforgettable panorama of Lake Michigan framed by hearty cedar trees. A beautiful stone fireplace runs floor to ceiling in the center of the room, separating this area from the kitchen and dining peninsula. Note that the fireplace has been converted to a wood-burning insert/stove, with large viewing glass for a safe and smoke-free experience. The galley style, eat-in kitchen includes a 36" 5-burner gas cook-top, built in 30" oven, refrigerator with built in water/ice dispensers, dishwasher, and 36" stainless steel apron sink (with reverse osmosis water dispenser and garbage disposal) set in marble countertops. Take your morning coffee on the outside deck or enjoy it in the kitchen without missing a view of the lake. Plates, bowls, silverware, pots/pans, cookie sheets, electric mixer, rice maker, bread maker, Ninja blender, electric griddle, Kurig coffee maker, french press, paper plates, paper towels, napkins, and well equipped spice rack are provided for your convenience. The beach is accessible by stairs immediately off the deck, which take you directly down to the lake (~70 feet below). The stairs are shared with only one neighbor through a longstanding agreement made by the previous owner, which we continue to honor. An alternate set of stairs is available at the public access point at the end of Grace Rd (a nice alternative if you have guests with physical limitations). If you drive an electric vehicle, Level 2 (240V) charging is available via an outdoor NEMA 14-50 (RV) plug, located within easy reach of the circle drive. With "your" portable charger and adapter, you'll be able to charge at (up to) a continuous 50A from this circuit allowing a quick top-off or full overnight charge for your EV. If you need a charger or adapter, let us know in advance and we will try to accommodate you. Located just 1/2 mile off of M-22; Traverse City (and the region’s 40+ vineyards), Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Lake, Manistee, and Interlochen are each less than 50 minutes away. Spend the week exploring this wonderful little corner of the state or stay locally in Frankfort, the quintessential northern Michigan beach town. Though small in size, Frankfort offers a bakery, several cafes, shops, and restaurants, including Stormcloud Brewing, the local microbrewery. The city of Elberta, which sits on the opposite shore of Betsie Lake, boasts its own beach, several restaurants, and a distillery (with live music and wonderful views of Betsie Lake). If you’re into fishing, you can fish from the Frankfort pier or choose from several local charters, all with great reviews. The Betsie River is well known for seasonal fishing of steelhead and salmon, but also trout. If the wind is out of the south, surfing is quite popular on the leeward side of the pier (at your own risk). The Betsie Valley bicycle trail can be picked up just 2 miles away in Elberta and will take you into downtown Frankfort or you can ride a paved trail all the way to Crystal Lake to the north. From Crystal Lake the trails turns back to the south and will take you all the way to Thompsonville. The trail is 22 miles long in total. https://betsievalleytrail.org/trail-map/ My wife and I purchased this cottage in the fall of 2018 and completely renovated the home over the fall/winter/spring of 2018/2019. New for the 2020 season is an outdoor shower and foot-wash station. The home is available as a weekly rental only, due to local ordinances, though we can accommodate shorter stays in the off-season. Please see the calendar for availability/pricing. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Deposit will be forfeit if evidence of smoking ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45258000/45257992/2c02f21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Crystal Lake Waterfront, Central AC, Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards Frankfort - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=45257992&PinnedHotelID=45257992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34580000/34579100/34579084/9c58488f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Springs on Long Lake - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Honor - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 70 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=34579084&PinnedHotelID=34579084&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=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=34200817&PinnedHotelID=34200817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33554000/33553911/aa651d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No fireworks or fires on beach or deck. Do not walk on dune grass or hillside due to erosion concerns No vaping or e-cigarettes. These devices attract fruit flies, which are very difficult to get rid of once established in the home. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: Due to allergies of some guests, no pets allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Bunk beds, beach, Roku, and games ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Deposit will be forfeit if evidence of smoking ## 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 105' Private Lake MI Beach 2 Miles South Frankfort 105' Private MI 2 Miles Frank ## 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%7C44.60601%2C-86.22942&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zdlpHbHQUeMrfaCN2eyNThUjj50=) Frankfort, MI #### What's nearby - Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 4.7 km - Frankfort Beach - 9 min drive - 6.5 km - Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 9 min drive - 6.9 km - Elberta Beach - 12 min drive - 3.3 km - Point Betsie Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 13.7 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Birch & Maple - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lake MI Cottage w/105' of Private, Sandy Beach. Sept/Oct. Availability. located? > Nestled on the beach, this Frankfort cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Elberta Beach, and Betsie Lake. Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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