Escape to a mid-century modern A-Frame in the Great Lakes Bay area, where you'll find cozy living spaces and premium amenities. Unwind in the hot tub under starry skies or enjoy board games by the electric fireplace with super fast WiFi. This unique retreat features a fully-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms with cooling memory foam beds, and a private patio perfect for grilling or relaxing.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City
Experience a one-of-a-kind peaceful A-Frame retreat in the Great Lakes Bay area. Perfect for couples or small groups seeking a quiet, comfortable stay. Tucked into a quiet neighborhood, yet just minutes from Bay City’s charming downtown—stroll local shops, cozy cafés, waterfront views, and restaurants—with Frankenmuth just a short drive away. Slow mornings, fresh coffee, and a space designed to unwind.
This property features two A-frame cabins connected by garages (duplex-style), each with private entrances and no shared living space.
It's the first and only twin double Aframe of its kind in Michigan. The property was built in 1971, remodeled with modern touches yet keeping its charm and character. You haven't seen anything like this twin double aframe before!
The space: - 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom - Open-concept living with high ceilings, exposed beams, and large windows - Central AC & heat - Fast WiFi + 55” 4K Smart TV - Electric fireplace - Board games & cards
Kitchen: Fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, Keurig coffee maker, kettle, blender, toaster, microwave, and cooking essentials. Complimentary coffee (regular & decaf), tea, sugar, and creamer provided.
Sleeping arrangements: King bed (main floor) Queen bed (loft) Twin bed (loft)
Parking: Free driveway parking for up to 2 vehicles (back-to-back).
We are close to everything: - 3 minutes to Grocery stores and Walgreens. - 5 minutes to Downtown Bay City. - 5 minutes to largest Antique stores in Michigan. - 7 minutes to Uptown Bay City. - 8 minutes to Bay County Golf. - 10 minutes to Saginaw Bay. - 14 minutes to Lake Huron Beach. - 15 minutes to Saginaw. - 20 minutes to Midland. - 25 minutes to Frankenmuth.
QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 10pm - 7am. This is a quiet residential neighborhood and parties are not allowed. We want our guests to have a good time but please keep the noise to a minimum and be respectful of our neighbors. Per Airbnb's recommendation, we have installed a noise monitor inside the house. Failure to follow the quiet hour requirements will result in a minimum $250 fine and a phone call to local law enforcement.
CHILDREN SAFETY: Please keep an eye on your younger children. Lots of share edges along with steep, floating stairs. We are not liable for any accidents during your stay. Please do not book if you feel the space is not suitable for children.
PETS: Due to family allergies, we do not allow pets in the home. If you are traveling with a service animal, we will do our very best to accommodate you, but we would encourage you to look for other pet friendly accommodations.
HOUSE RULES: - Max of 5 people and no unregistered guests. - No parties and loud music. No music outside. - No smoking of any kind (cigarettes, vapors, marijuana, etc) both inside and outside the house. - No illegal activity. - Do not flush sanitary items down the toilet.
We do have two exterior cameras to ensure the property is safe at all times (front and back entrances).
Failure to observe any of the house rules will result in a minimum $250 fine.
CHECK IN Procedure: - Check in time is 3pm. - A few days prior to your check in date, we will email you detailed check in instructions.
CHECK OUT Procedure: - Check out time is 11am (10am checkout starting 2023) - Put all clean dishes back where they belong. - Rinse all dirty dishes and put them in dishwasher. - Put any moved furniture/patio chairs back where it was.
Your cleaning fee covers a normal amount of clean up in addition to washing and folding linen and folding your washed towels. Any additional cleaning (i.e. excess trash, dirt and sand, stains, etc) will result in an additional cleaning charge.
We do not expect our guests to clean during their stay, but we do expect guests to respect our home. We would appreciate it if you leave the house in the same or better condition as you found it :)
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming 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)
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
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 any lifts
About the area
Located in Essexville, this holiday home is near a water park. Friendship Shell and Bay County Historical Society are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bay City Mall and Fashion Square Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Delta College Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at The Dow Event Center. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Essexville travel guide
Is Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Modern A-Frame Near Frankenmuth & Bay City located?
This family-friendly Essexville holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Carroll Park, McLaren Medical Center and McLaren Bay Region : Bay Haven Chemical Dependency. McLaren Bay Region and McLaren Diabetes Education are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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