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The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and fireplace

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

5 bedrooms1 bathroom139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Frankfort

At this apartment, you'll be 12.5 km (7.8 mi) from Lake Michigan and 19.7 km (12.2 mi) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Betsie Valley Trail - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Platte Lake - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Welcome to The Vine House on Crystal Lake

A peaceful 4-bedroom, 2-bath getaway that comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests. This charming 1950s lakefront home offers a private dock, kayaks, and stunning views from a large yard that leads directly to the water. While a public access point borders the property, it’s rarely used—offering a nearly private lakefront experience. Enjoy calm mornings, seasonal sunsets, and close proximity to downtown Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Traverse City.



🛏️ Bedrooms & Layout

Bedroom 1: King bed

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedroom 4: Twin bunk beds

Living Room: Pull-out sofa

2 full bathrooms

Sleeps up to 10 guests



🍽️ Amenities & Features

-Fully stocked kitchen (oven, microwave, fridge, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender)

-Smart TV, Wi-Fi, board games

-Air conditioning & heating

-Washer & dryer (in covered outdoor area, not heated)

-Outdoor shower (preferred to conserve septic tank capacity)



🌅 Outdoor Highlights



-Private dock on Crystal Lake (note: boat on-site is not for guest use)

-Kayaks for guest use

-Gas fire pit, grill, outdoor dining & lounge areas

-Large yard with lake views



🔑 Guest Access

-Guests have full access to the entire home, yard, dock, and amenities

-Smart lock entry is on the north (lake-facing) side of the home

-West-side entrance near the driveway does not have guest access

-Parking for 2 cars in driveway + free street parking



📍Location

-2.5 miles to downtown Frankfort (shops, restaurants, beach)

-7 miles to Beulah

-20 miles to Sleeping Bear Dunes

-40 miles to Traverse City

-Close to bike trails, hiking, and scenic drives along M-22



ℹ️ Additional Notes

-Public access borders the property but is rarely used

-Septic holding tank: please be mindful of water use

-Outdoor shower is ideal to help reduce tank fill-up

-Ring camera on exterior (north side, facing lake) for security

-Minimum Stay: A 3-night minimum stay is required most of the year. However, in July and August, bookings require a 7-night minimum with Friday check-in and Friday check-out only.

-No pets allowed

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,496 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 - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

385876

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

The closest beach to The Vine House on Crystal Lake is Frankfort Beach (7.3 km).

Does The Vine House on Crystal Lake have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

No, The Vine House on Crystal Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

No, pets are not allowed.