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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 travelers 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 transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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
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 first aid kit 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

385876

About the neighborhood

Map
Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Benzie Area Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Betsie Lake - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.7 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
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Vine House on Crystal Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Vine House on Crystal Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 mi (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 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Vine House on Crystal Lake Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Great Lake House

Our family with seven kids ages 3 to 18. Enjoyed our stay on Crystal Lake. The water was beautiful and this location made it easy to swim out to the sandbar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with its own private small beach. Great quality dock. Has everything you need with a great grill that fires right up. Very clean, lots of beach towels. I would definitely rent here again. No dishwasher so we switched to paper plates. Outdoor shower was a fun adventure for the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025