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Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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Interior
On the beach
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

On the beach.You'll find Lake Michigan and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Frankfort Beach and Betsie Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 25 min drive - 21.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cabbage Shed - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12

Built in 2018, the Maple house is set high atop the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan one mile North of Downtown Frankfort. Four bedroom, 3.5 bath with open main floor living space, wraparound deck, dining room and kitchen island seating for 12. Kitchen opens to living and dining rooms with Lake Michigan views. Two rollaways and a sleeper sofa can accommodate groups of up to 12 in beds.

**Due to high water and erosion on Lake Michigan, we have closed the stairs down the Bluff (June 2020). If you wish to spend time on the beach, we recommend the Frankfort Public Beach or any of the public beaches on Crystal Lake. We hope to reopen the stairs as soon as mother nature allows us.**

The Frankfort area is home to a deep water marina, the Stormcloud Brewery, Pointe Betsie Lighthouse, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Courses, wine tours, skiing at Crystal Mountain and you don't need to leave our property to hike, mountain bike and explore the dune and forests. Snowshoeing and cross country skiing can be enjoyed from your front door in the Winter. Crystal and Platte Lakes and the Betsie and Platte rivers provide sportsmen with fishing, kayaking, tubing and swimming with many gear rental businesses in the area.
Watch sunsets, bald eagles, whitetail deer, monarch butterflies and other native species from the comfort of your deck or take the path and stairs to the bottom of the bluff for a swim.
Very close proximity to M-22 makes Lake Bluff Preserve a great rally point for car and motorcycle touring clubs, wine tourists, retreats and reunions, golfers and anyone who wants a to behold the beauty of Lake Michigan and Northwest Michigan. Less than an hour to Traverse City, Leland, Arcadia Bluffs and Crystal Mountain.

There are 5 rentals at Lake Bluff Preserve:
Spruce House #1308269
Birch House #1319559
Poplar #1429525
Maple House #1429504
Dune House #1862182
Contact us for special rates if you are looking for multiple houses we can accommodate up to 70.

We welcome weddings on our Bluff overlooking Lake Michigan!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lake Bluff Preserve Maple Cottage Lake Michigan Views Sleeps 10
Lake Bluff Preserve Maple Cottage Lake Michigan Views Sleeps 10

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.1 mi (50-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 to downtown Frankfort?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Frankfort.

Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location

Family of five spent several days here exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes area and Frankfort. Could easily accommodate a multi-family party. Amazing views of the setting sun over Lake Michigan. Would come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property covenant location

Everyone enjoyed the stay. The house was very clean and everything has been maintained very well. Amazing evening views and very close to Frankfort. We would definitely stay again. We were a bit confused on the bed room situation given photo’s and description but the contact was very responsive and cleared it up for us..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

aaron w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful in every way

The property was everything we hoped for—beautiful view, great decks, very clean and everything functioned properly. It was well appointed and the kitchen was perfect for preparing family meals together. Dawn was very professional and easy to work with and we hope to come back soon !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

This home is a 10/10 , beautiful location, views of lake Michigan, and close proximity to several boat launches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall in Michigan

Terrific stay - too short!! only one night.. we did not get an opportunity to explore the area and lake Michigan shore... NEXT TIME! beautiful place - terrific for 4 couples!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Seymour,IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for our family

We had our biannual family reunion and my daughter’s wedding at the end of the week. The view and setting is beautiful. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

anna l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach rental

This house was perfect for us. Amazing location and views. Very simple home, clean and adequate. Warning: there is no door on the master bedroom. This didn't bother us, but for people who are light sleepers or need privacy this would be annoying.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

B Mo

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Township Review

Our date moved a few times as we were planning the stay around a wedding which was postponed because of COVID multiple times. Dawn was very accommodating in helping us move our reservation dates around and allowing us to have early check in. I can’t say enough good things about the place, it’s location and the management. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Four couple get away

We enjoyed a great four night stay at this lovely home. The views were breathtaking and so very relaxing! All four couples said they would love to come again! The beds were super comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded yet close to town

Awesome house, great location, a great place to get away and disconnect yet still about a 5 minute drive from the nearby grocery store. Definitely will be back for another trip of rest and relaxation. Only thing I wish was functional was the steps down to Lake Michigan however I understand this isn't the owners fault and they are in the process of fixing it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular Views

The property is set next to 2 other homes - secluded but close to the town of Frankfort. The breeze, fresh air, and views are priceless. The furniture is simple but does the job. I don't know what they do to the sheets and towels but they are very soft. Only complaint is that the steps down to the beach are closed but that isn't their fault. The power went out for about an hour but the owners communicated well and got it up and running quickly. The chairs on the patio are right at eye level with the view so I liked to bring a higher stool outside. Overall I would highly recommend and hope to be back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Bluff

We have been visiting Frankfort for many years. This was our first rental on the water. Very pleasant experience. Although parking was a little bit of an issue especially with the proximity of the other rental homes. But home was very nice and views were breathtaking.

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

The property was awesome. Very clean. The large house next door needs better parking. They had several large boats and many cars making it difficult to maneuver through there. The tanker for the propane gas just turned around. I'm not sure if he ever came back to fill the tanks. I would definitely come back to this place again. We are a group of women who travel and hike.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous views

We just checked out this morning and had a wonderful stay. Place was clean. Had the most incredible views of Lake Michigan. Close to Frankfort and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Even had a mini-dune for the kids. Bummer on the stairs to the beach being out of service, but nothing the owners have control of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca and Scott D., Ann Arbor, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness

amazing sunsets! immaculate beautiful home

Our family had a wonderful stay at this amazing, beautiful, IMMACULATE property! And with panoramic Lake Michigan views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness

4th Weekend

Had a fantastic time. House was perfect for our group and can't say enough good things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay with excellent views

Awesome location just outside of the neat town of Frankfort. So much to do nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019