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The Vine House on Crystal Lake

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and fireplace

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Consider a stay at The Vine House on Crystal Lake and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this apartment. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

5 bedrooms1 bathroom139 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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

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

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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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

385876

About the area

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Frankfort, MI

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Vine House on Crystal Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Vine House on Crystal Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Vine House on Crystal Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Benzie Area Historical Museum, Betsie Valley Trail and Frankfort Beach. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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