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Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Beach/ocean view
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
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Experience the charm of The Beachcomber, a 3-bedroom haven that sleeps 10-11. Walk to the beach in just five minutes or stroll downtown Frankfort for upscale restaurants and shopping. Enjoy a gourmet kitchen, private balconies, and luxurious bathrooms.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11

“The Beachcomber" (Main house) has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and sleeps 10-11. Deluxe Master Suite has a King bed, a Full-size sleeper couch, an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower with 8 luxurious showerheads, and whirlpool tub, and an 8 x 10 walk-in closet (large enough for a pack n' play! ), and a private balcony! The second bedroom has a Queen bed and an en-suite bathroom with a tub and shower. The "Bunk Room" has 1 Twin XL bunk bed and 1 Twin XL over a Queen futon bed with access to a shared bathroom and shower.

Large updated gourmet kitchen with double ovens, granite countertops and spacious side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. Microwave, 4 slice toaster, 6-quart crockpot, new cookware, bakeware and cutlery set. The garage also has a kitchen and bathroom, for group gatherings!

It's a 5-minute walk to the beach, to enjoy the water, sand & sunsets, or to downtown Frankfort for the movie theater, ice cream parlors, upscale restaurants, and shopping. Take a 15-minute drive to the "Cherry Bowl" drive-in theater with the kids and don't forget to stop at the "Cherry Hut" restaurant for their delicious cherry pie!

NOTE:
For larger groups and family reunions, rent BOTH of our units "The Beachcomber" and "The Birdhouse" (Guest suite apartment that sleeps 6-8. See our " Birdhouse" listing - VRBO #781718 for more details). Call early as availability is limited.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Unit size: 2,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please start a load of all towels, hopefully by 9 AM so they are ready for turnover when the staff gets there at 10 AM. Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

See owner's Rental Agreement for Cancellation Policy. (100%@90; 50%@60-89; 10%@30-59; 0% refund if cancelled 30 days or less prior to check-in)
Please review ALL house rules before booking your stay. We will verify ALL reservation details after the booking.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Steps To The Beach 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort Sleeps 10 11

About the area

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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Betsie Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elberta Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Birch & Maple - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11 located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this holiday home is steps away from Frankfort Beach and Lake Michigan. Betsie Lake and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 5 minutes.

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Steps To The Beach & 2 Blocks To Downtown Frankfort - Sleeps 10-11 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Walkable to town and beach

Relaxing and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay steps away from the beach!

This rental is a fantastic place to stay with your family and friends! The inside and outside sitting space is fantastic and can accommodate lots of people! The house was great and so was the host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G., Bloomfield Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

We had a great weekend staying here! The home is amazing and we can’t wait to come back. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Al R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great Property Great Location Great Owners Great Vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House near Beach

Comfortable property easy to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C., Southeast Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Frankfort paradise

Great house, location, amenities and owner!!! We all had the best time. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time here

Terrific location! Great property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

G B., CINCINNATI

Perfect fit for our family for a little downtime and exploring M-22 land.

The owner was very helpful and checked with us to make sure we didn't have questions. The home is lovely and very comfortable, with a location perfect for Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Great location!

Quiet neighborhood but very near the heart of all the action in Frankfort. Cozy and inviting kitchen and great family room. Very spacious master bedroom/bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Reunions

We enjoyed getting our extended family together under one roof. Kids never get tired of the beach which is only a few blocks away. Lots of trails near by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Frankfort Getaway

This was a very lovely house with all of the amenities our family needed for our stay. Lots of games, movies and comfortable seating to enjoy a late winter/early spring getaway with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F., Frederick Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Home!

The house is lovely & is the most well-stocked of any vacation house I've ever stayed in, & I've stayed in a lot! Modern, clean, lovely decor & enough space that we enjoy each other. We loved the patio & ate dinner out there every night followed by a fire in the firepit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jerry was so hospitable and embraced the attitude of "mi casa es su casa" (my home is your home).

Fabulous location, minutes away from beach and downtown. Multiple areas to relax/entertain. Fully-stocked kitchen - such a nice touch with necessities on hand.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall trip

We had a great trip to Frankfort! The weather was not the best, but the place was great and was close to everything. We had plenty of room for everyone and the house was fully stocked. Jerry was wonderful to work with. We will definitely stay here again if we get a chance to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K., Clarkston MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Forest Ave House

Absolutely amazing. Loved everything about it. Extremely well stocked. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This was our second year at this property.

We love that the beach is only a short walk down the street. Beautiful sunsets! You can also walk to town to shop, eat, or get ice cream in the evenings. The owners have done a good job at supplying the home with everything you need in the kitchen as well as for the beach. We look forward to many more stays at the "Beachcomber".
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gail M., Mount Pleasant, MI

The house was beautiful. I wouldn't have changed a thing. Location couldn'5 have been better. I w

We had a terrific stay. The house was more than comfortable and the owners couldn't have been nicer. Everything we needed was provided. We have rented quite a few cottages on or near Lake Michigan over the last ten years. This is one of the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally AWESOME

You don’t need to worry or hesitate on this rental! Everything is as is explained out better!! All of the amenities and toys are superb. The host is very clear and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Another great stay

Our family spent the last two weeks of June back in Frankfort-and just like last year everything was perfect. We love the location of this house to the beach and to Main Street. We park our cars and walk everywhere. The house is comfortable and clean, the neighborhood is quiet and beautiful, and the owners have thought of everything for us in advance. Thank you again, Jerry and Catherine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our happy place

This was our fourth year at the Beachcomber. We love the house and the location. The kitchen is completely stocked with anything you might need to cook a great meal. Our family of eight easily fits at the dining room table. It’s the perfect place for playing cards and board games. We also enjoy making s’mores on the fire pit on the patio. The owners have always been a pleasure to work with. We hope to continue this tradition for many years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fourth year in a row!

Our family has enjoyed the last two weeks of June at this beautiful property (and excellent location) for four years now. The owners have the house stocked with games for the grandkids, a fully stocked kitchen for those of us who like to cook, an outdoor grill and furniture to allow dining out on the patio, and beach furniture and umbrellas light enough to carry the short distance to the beach. We love Frankfort, our grandkids now love Frankfort, and they consider this lovely vacation home their own home for the time we spend here. Thank you to the owners Jerry and Kathy for all you’ve done to create a perfect vacation home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N., Muskegon, Michigan

Winter Ski Break at the Beachcomber

We rented the Beachcomber for a few days over the holiday break to ski at Crystal Mountain. We decided to stay off-site this year as my kids are old enough to drive the short 17 miles to the resort. The property was immaculate and very well appointed, cozy, well-stocked and in a great location near the downtown and Lake Michigan beach. This is by far the nicest VRBO property we have rented to date. Jerry was very accommodating and was ready to answer any questions with a quick text or call. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M., Ann Arbor, USA

Beautiful, well appointed house in the perfect location

This house provided the perfect homebase for a late spring week in Frankfort. Everything in this house is well appointed, up-to-date, and thoughtfully arranged. The kitchen is especialy nice, and preparing and sharing many meals for our group of five adults and a two year old was a highlight of the trip. The house provides plenty of space for both socializing and spending some time alone, and we used the balcony and two porches a lot for reading and relaxing. The location - a very short walk from both the beach and the town - was perfect for us, allowing everyone to make their own schedule for walks, beach play, shopping, and exercise. Frankfort remains one of Lake Michigan's loveliest towns, and we look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Every Summer!

Our family has been staying in this beautiful house for several years now…maybe six or seven? We have lost count! The house is equipped with everything we need and it’s so comfortable and clean. It feels like home, but better….with Lake Michigan just down the street. The owners are very helpful with a notebook full of tips about Frankfort and the surrounding area. We love the location-we can walk to the beach in less than five minutes. We also really enjoy being able to walk to restaurants and shops, the library, the bookstore…it’s all accessible from this house. While we are here it feels like home, but better! Catherine and Jerry, thank you so much for another wonderful time in Frankfort, Michigan.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a wonderful time.

Oct 13 - 16th 2023 We had a wonderful time staying in Frankfort during Fall Fest 2023. Enjoyed the parade, especially the Mutt March, the farmers market, the pumpkin drop and especially the Scottville Clown Bane while enjoying some St. Ambrose and Stormcloud in the entertainment tent. We lucked out on the weather. Enjoyed all the shops and some excellent food from A. Papano's, Dinghy's, Roadhouse & Old Town. Of course had to fill our Stormcloud Growler and pick up a t-shirt or two. Took the teenagers out to see Sleeping Bear Dunes. You know you've done ok when you can impress 3 16 year old boys. The house and amenities are wonderful and we had some cozy nights chatting and catching up. Thank you for sharing with us. Hopefully this will be the first of many Beachcomber & Birdhouse stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023