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The historic Castle House

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Frankfort

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Children's area
Exterior
5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Heart of Frankfort.You'll find Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Betsie Lake within a 15-minute walk of this Frankfort vacation home. Lake Michigan and Frankfort Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Frankfort Light - 6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Petals & Perks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The historic Castle House

The Castle house; on the corner of Park and M 22 across from St. Ann's Catholic Church, the Castle house offers four bedrooms and a bathroom with tub upstairs and a first floor bedroom and bathroom. With a bath on each level this home can accommodate up to 12 people. There's queen beds in 4 bedrooms and a king in the master as well as a double bunk in the larger upstairs bedroom. The entire house has been newly refinished and refurbished and is waiting for your family and friends. In addition to the more than one hundred years of history, the house comes with gas grill, plenty of offstreet parking, nearly an acre of lawn, a back patio and a front porch. The house comes with all appliances, cooking equipment, washer and dryer, two full baths, towels and linen changed at least weekly.
Highspeed internet is free and there is DVD and a smart TV for streaming. High end Spectrum Cable service provides hundreds of channels and On-Demand services.
There is an outdoor RV outlet box and a J1772 charger for your electric hybrid car. There are outdoor faucets and hose for your outdoor cleanup.
The Castle House has quiet, safe, hotwater radiator heating, a modern boiler and unlimited Hot Water for showers! It also has a powerful central air conditioning unit to keep you comfortable and dry.
Best of all its just a 10 minute walk to the beach! Choose a leisurely route through town and enjoy all the shopping and amenities Frankfort has to offer or take the shortcut to the steep stairs down directly to the undisturbed beaches which stretch miles to the north of the busy harbor.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events
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 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50. Note from host: Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Historic Castle House Frankfort
Historic Castle Frankfort
The Historic House Frankfort
The Historic Castle House Frankfort
The Historic Castle House Private vacation home
The Historic Castle House Private vacation home Frankfort

Frequently asked questions

How close is The historic Castle House to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.8 mi (47-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The historic Castle House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The historic Castle House to the beach?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Frankfort Beach and 2.8 mi (5-min drive) from Bellows Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The historic Castle House offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The historic Castle House?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The historic Castle House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The historic Castle House?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The historic Castle House have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The historic Castle House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The historic Castle House to downtown Frankfort?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Frankfort.

The historic Castle House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host has great communication. It was my 2nd time staying at this house and loved it again. Clean, updated, stocked with essentials. Location is fantastic!! Love this house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigid H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very responsive: great kitchen amenities; good location: rent some bikes and ride anywhere!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Castle House was comfortable for our family. The front porch was very nice. We had sufficient parking in back. Location was also a plus.It needs WiFi & update doors & locks. But, Overall, we had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Cool House

Stayed here for Ironman Michigan with 9 other athletes doing the race. The house is big with plenty of parking and the location is wonderful. Just a 1/2 mile walk down to transition. Loved being able to sit out on the deck and watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee the day before the race. House is spacious inside, nicely decorated and in great shape. Had a little bit of an issue with an air conditioner leaking on the stairs but we just turned it off after speaking to the host. Also had some wonky light issues in the entrance and the dining room but it seriously wasn't a big deal. Very pleased with our stay here and would love to stay here again the in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location/too warm in bedrooms at night

Everything was great, location, cleanliness, outdoor space, response from owner, except the air conditioning. It is limited to main rooms and main bedroom. The other four bedrooms got pretty uncomfortably warm at night, even with the provided fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Castle Is The Best!!

Well first of all, just the house castle design on the outside won over the children before we even arrived. The check-in process was quick and flawless. Everything in the house was immaculate. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bedrooms attractive and all had plenty of charging stations….much better than a hotel! Bathrooms were well cleaned and each had shampoo and conditioner in them. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and many little extras like seasoning and spices you might initially need bf you get to the store. Also, there was a supply cupboard in the laundry room that included batteries, extra toiletries, mosquito spray, etc….again all things you might need bf you get to the store. The porch in the front porch and deck area in the back were great for family gatherings and the oversized yard provided plenty of space for little ones to run around. All in all, The Castle will be the perfect spot for your next family or other group outing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfect for our stay in Frankfort! Close to downtown, groceries and beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi K., Lombard, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation for the July 4th holiday

Our family enjoyed our stay in a terrific location. Downtown Frankfort and beach were walkable for our adult children. Nice updates in living and dining area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Trip

House was great. Clean and ready to go. Very easy to communicate with the owner. Great location to easily walk into downtown Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Castle!

Our family has stayed here several times and absolutely love it! Many new updates that enhanced our experience. Location is perfect! The castle home felt like home while we were there. Clean and spacious for our family of 12. We have made many memories over the years and can’t wait to make more! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Castle

Rooms were tight but had all the beds we were looking for. Location was VERY convenient. Parking was not clear. We parked in neighbor’s property when we arrived after dark. Deck and Patios were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lars P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend event

The property is in a perfect location. Very easy to walk to the main street and a beautiful deck out front to enjoy. A great weekend had by all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Noelle K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very responsive to our requests

Upon arriving at the property, we discovered that the house had not been properly cleaned by the cleaning company and the previous guests had left the grill in an atrocious condition. The owners of the house were extremely apologetic and sent us a bottle of wine as an apology for the cleanliness issue and actually ordered a new grill the day we made them aware of the situation. While I believe the home could use some improvements, our stay overall was pleasant. The park right across the street was a bonus for anyone with a family as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

BriNanFlory F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Castle

Great rental. It was well stocked and clean. A great home base to explore the Frankfort area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We truly enjoyed the castle home. Plenty of room inside and out. Home was clean and had all the essentials we needed. We walked downtown and enjoyed all that Frankfort offered. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil D., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Best beds ever

Overall this stay met our expectations, but I must note that the bed in the main room was the most comfortable we've ever had at any rental. We would definitely stay again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean, great location

We stayed here with our four kids and another family of five. The house was very clean and well appointed, and close to downtown Frankfort and the beach. Everyone had a great time. Plenty of dishes and cookware, lots of towels, and adequate seating. Our only critique is that the Wi-Fi router wasn’t working well for us. We could plug the cord from the modem right into a computer, but none of our devices could stay connected wirelessly. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B., Crown Point, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, everything we needed!

Home was as described- plenty of sleeping space. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had all the essentials for convenience. Nice front porch and yard area, and very convenient location. We walked to beach often but it would be a long walk with kids/beach gear- however it would be a very short drive to drop off anything needed also. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friend Ski/Snowboard Trip at Crystal

The place was cozy, nice, and very conveniently located close to Crystal Mountain. The owners also respond promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H., Ottawa Hills, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay in Frankfort

Good location and enough beds to accommodate our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic Castle House

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Getaway!

We enjoyed the castle so much and had a wonderful time making memories. The home was spacious and clean. Owners were always available if/when we needed them. We already booked for next year! Great location near downtown and the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

kathleen b.

Don’t rent this property

Bad. No air conditioning except little portable one. Bad beds. Bad bathrooms. Etc
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice family rental

Clean, nicely appointed and good parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donny N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

We had an overall excellent experience staying at the castle house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021