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Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring....

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On the beach, sun loungers
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On the beach, sun loungers
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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

Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring....

Time to unwind and discover a hidden gem in Northern Michigan. Lucky you, you have found the best house on the lake steps to lake. Relax on the porch or your own secluded private beach while you take in the spectacular sunrise and sunsets. Included at no cost take out 5 kayaks two doubles 3 singles 2 sup boards 1 sunfish & 1 canoe with paddles & life jackets included w house. Share some stories with friends, as you light a bon fire on the beach (plenty free firewood included) also outdoor patio propane Fire -pit on the deck . Snuggle up with some wine as you watch the ducks and swans turtles flow down the creek into lake. Everything you need or did not know you needed is provided in this house.
Available starting late May-October! Sand, Water, and Memories...
Welcome to your home away from home. This house is situated uniquely both on a lake and a 428 ft. creek. Lake opens up to Lake Michigan through the outlet. Spend some time on your private beach situated at the end of the property, which includes your own private dock and boat lift. During the spring and fall, families can enjoy the Summer Run Skamania and Steelhead Salmon that feed up through the creek Watch Eagles & Herons soar over lake in hopes of catching something. Golf Courses: Arcadia Bluffs, Pinecroft, Crystal Lake, Champion Hill, Crystal Mountain, are some great golf courses . Pebble Beach, Pinehurst, Kiawah Island. Three of the most famous places to play golf in the United States, and the only three "19th holes" better than the magnificence at Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club.
The famed Adirondack chairs at Arcadia Bluffs allow visitors to sit on the lawn overlooking the 18th green, offering unlimited views of 3,100 feet of Lake Michigan shoreline. Take short drive to Sleeping Bear dunes to enjoy.
2022 came with many new features and a completely remodelled kitchen new heated flooring newly painted throughout house ceilings & walls.
The house is equipped with everything you will need during your stay, please check out the amenities page for info! A spiral staircase will lead you up to the exclusive private master suite located on the second floor, where you will wake up on a breathtaking lake & creek. The master suite includes a massive walk in closet, large private bathroom with shower two balconies attached to master suite .The main level provides two large rooms a living room & game room separated from each other with doors so if someone wants to play games while other side doesn't they don't have to hear the noise. Dining room flows into the newly remodelled kitchen. The open space is perfect for hosting large family or friend gatherings. The house and loft includes air conditioning which is rare & heat, if needed. Sleep easy knowing the whole house has a back up generator, the fun nor power will ever have to stop here (If needed priceless).
and amazing lake and creek views. The beautiful wrap around wooden porches includes plenty of great outdoor seating on the front and side of the house. Please enjoy the outdoor gazebo w large Polly wood table for chilling and meals a gas fire pit to gather around and grill w/ all the tools. Lower Herring Lake is located in Benzie County, Michigan. This lake is 450 acres in size. It is approximately 60 feet deep at its deepest point. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including Bluegill, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Rock Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye and Yellow Perch. Step into creek to catch dinner.
Welcome to Pure Michigan- search for Petoskey stones, spend time kayaking, dune hiking, fishing, golfing visiting Gwen Frostic art studio- Storm Cloud (micro beer) watch movies in Frankfort at the remodelled Garden Theatre. Want to see a movie under the stars? Visit the Cherry Bowl Drive-In! It's been in operation since 1953, is one of the few remaining drive-ins left in Michigan.New phone internet extender put in 2022 for better service. This home is now yours to make many years of memories for you to enjoy....
**Important Note: Our goal is always to make you wish to come back**
We work hard to make this a return destination for all, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns, or complements :)
Welcome to the River Runs Through It, Your Home Away From Home

Property manager

Mike Pritchard 724-831-0103 call or txt me first my cell....

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Txt host if you have puppy under sixth months old

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, 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

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unique Front On Lower Herring
Unique Lake Front Property on Lower Lake Herring Arcadia
Lakefront Home with Private Dock Private Beach First Time Rental

About the neighborhood

Map
Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Arcadia Dunes - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Betsie Lake - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring.... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring....?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring....?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring.... located?

Located in Frankfort, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve, and Arcadia Dunes. Elberta Beach and Betsie Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Unique Lake beach Front Property on Lower Lake Herring.... Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Creek/lake getaway!
Beautiful house! right on the creek! With the view of the lake! It's hard to beat the sound of the creek and the view of the lake. Short boat ride to Lake Michigan is also pretty cool! We loved the heated floors in the living room to!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning lake house for the whole family!
I stayed in this beautiful property with my husband, 2 month old, mom, and brother. There was plenty of room for us to spread out and have our own space, in addition to cozy shared spaces to spend time together. The photos of the house, yard, and lake don’t do it justice. The kitchen is spacious and beautifully updated, and the living rooms are tranquil with large windows looking out into the yard. The backyard has lots of great furniture to lounge on, beautiful flowers and landscaping, and of course the calming presence of the stream and lake. We enjoyed grilling out and using the paddle boards and kayaks, and having campfires by the lakeshore. The property is also a short drive to Frankfort, with plenty of great restaurants and shops. We highly recommend this home to other families, and will definitely be back ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt H., Batavia, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The flowers lining the yard to the water were beautiful, smelled delightful and attracted hummingbirds that were fun to see. Every person powered watercraft was available for our use. We enjoyed fishing from the kayaks as well as kayaking over to Lake Michigan. The side porch was a perfect place to sit and read a book with the soothing sound of flowing water. The inside was spotless and had everything you might need. The beds were incredibly comfortable. (I have NEVER said that in a rental review!) It is a great home base for golfing and hiking. Really though you could just spend the week without leaving. It's private, peaceful and a terrific spot to spend some quality family time. If you must work, the wifi is good and strong for that while others are gaming. If you have the opportunity to find an open week, book it. You will not regret it. Thanks, Mike! We hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot in the benzine county area
Access to Lake Michigan and local breweries and distilleries was perfect. Remote yet close enough to bear lake, elberta and frankfurt. Great accessible place for a wheelchair (brought a few ramps and track chair for beach access). Got pontoon for the week so enjoyed the lake but paddled as well. Place was clean and lots of beds for family that stopped in for a few days! Love the kitchen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place to relax and explore
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lake house. There are many reasons for that and here are a few. The house was well furnished including spices, cooking utensils, bikes, watercraft, a pound of coffee, plastic wrap, all the little things that most houses don't bother to supply. The living space above the garage was perfect for our teenage son. This property was well set up for a larger group with many places to congregate. It had 3 different outdoor areas and 3 indoor areas. The lake wasn't over developed and a kayaking trip to lake Michigan via the inlet is a must. The town of Frankfort was just down the road with it's beautiful beach, restaurants and shopping. Nearby hiking that lead to beautiful and secluded beach. The host was fantastic to work with; he made the checking in and out process so easy; he supplied a lot of information about the region and what it had to offer, which led us to the best cherry pies. I am sure we will return to this property in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
Highly recommended. Location - next to a river and facing Lower Herring Lake very unique. Lots of wildlife viewing, close to multiple awesome hiking trails, quiet and peaceful. House - spotless, high quality comfortable furnishings and appliances, lots of room (we had 6 adults ands and 2 dogs). Ammenities - something for everyone from high quality ping pong during the evenings/rainy times, bikes, kayaks, SUP's, large selection of games/books. Communication with owner great, the whole process was easy. You won't be disappointed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique & beautiful property with tones of amenities!
Property has a very unique features with landscape that includes both a river and a lake with great sunsets and foliage that attracts tons of butterflies and hummingbirds. Property has nice kayaks, canoe, row boat, dock for your pontoon, and a boat launch right next to the house. House and loft over garage are excellent for large groups and finishes are top notch. Host is excellent and on our stay quickly addressed issues from the previous tenant. Great stay and planning on coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place
This home is beautiful. The decor is cute and charming.The kitchen is large and updated. Also has new appliances. The cottage had plenty of room for everyone in including a wheelchair. The views are beautiful. To have a lake and creek next to the cottage was great. There are butterfly bushes that line both sides of the property. The most butterflies I have ever seen. There were plenty of canoes and kayaks. Kayaking a cross the lake to Lake Michigan is a must. Absolutely beautiful. The amenities are too numerous to list. This place has everything you need. We will definitely book this place again. Our host Mike is great and easy to work with. Like I said this place is perfect. We loved it and enjoyed our week. 9-13 to 9-24-22. Debbie Morisette and family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Family Gathering
What a find! I feel like we won the lottery finding A River Runs Through It on Lower Herring Lake near Frankfort, MI. The house, loft and recent upgrades were amazing! The owner was very responsive and has removable ramps to make the house wheelchair accessible. The views of the lake, with its own private beach the sounds of the river and surrounding wildlife were exactly what we needed. Frankfort and other nearby towns offered a variety of options for eating out, shopping and exploring the trails. Modern conveniences surrounded by the wonder of nature. Something for everyone! A great place to make memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lakeside House
Great lakeside house that had all the amenities. Mike is a gracious host and made sure that everything was perfect. The whole crowd loved being on the creek - very peaceful. We took advantage of many of Mike's suggestions and had a wonderful time! We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house & location
This property is wonderful! The location is convenient and the house is taken care of and clean. Mike is great to work with and he goes out of his way to be a great host. We definitely want to stay here again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A MUST!!!
This house is AMAZING! I wish it was for sale😍. MI was my last state to visit in the U.S. but is definitely on my top ten list and this house was perfect to see the surrounding area. The owner, Mike, was marvelous and the amenities provided for the house (way too many to list!) were awesome!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House, Great Location
This property offered everything to make a perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

carole c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
The property and the amenities are spectacular. The owner made himself available and kept the lines of communication open even before we arrived so we knew we were his priority. The location and the house are just simply beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Lori V.

Lovely lake/river location.
Plenty of sitting places outside and in for groups. Water is nice and clear. Sandy beach but shores are stoney so bring water shoes; it is shallow quiet a ways out so great for kids. Very nice nature setting by river. Phone service is spotty but Mike is as responsive as possible. Close drive to Frankfort.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old friends great stories perfect setting
Tank you SO much for wanting to share this peice of paradise with others, with us!! I am very particular with cleanliness and comfort level.. it is normal it takes me more than a night or two to get acquainted. I fell in love with this location and home.. best way to describe it is "your staying at an old friends home, who has had wonderful adventure and stories to share in what they have collected" Beds comfortable, so many ways to enjoy this home and so much provided!!! Kayaks, bikes, a steam on the side of the home.. beautiful views of the lake. Tons of beautiful hikes in the area!! Short distance to so many wonderful towns and experiences. This is a must return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
The cottage was exactly what we needed to enjoy our covid getaway. Mother Nature did not cooperate, our stay was abnormally rainy and cold, but you could not find a better place to enjoy nature's beauty in adverse weather. While we had a minor iniitial complaint , Mike was exceptionally responsive. We knew then we chose the right place. You will not be disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We ran away from home for a week and invited our kids and grandkids to join us. We enjoyed the first two days with our son and grandson. The day they left three of our daughters joined us. Location of the property as great. We ventured down to Silver Lake to enjoy the dunes and explored several small lake side towns to the north of us the rest of the week. The house was wonderful. Our girls loved that you had an Insta-Pot for them to use during our stay. The many kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards were enjoyed by several of our kids. We will definitely rebook if we visit this area again. Thank you Mike
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake Home
The River Runs Through house is well equipped for a great get away. So many fun toys for fun on the lake: kayaks, paddle boards, canoe and small sailboat. Great sight seeing off the lake. Frankfort is a cute town with several dining choices. We chose to eat in and grilled. Local grocery store is well supplied.

10/10 Excellent

Mat P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at the lake
Our family extended family of 7 really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and welcoming. Really enjoyed the lake and the kayaks. Along with all the access to outdoor activities and the town of Frankfort. A great trip all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
Wonderful location and clean, comfortable house with so many amenities. Loved being able to wake up and kayak out to lake Michigan. Comfortable beds, kitchen has everything. Owner is very responsive and has great ideas for things to do in the area. Kids loved it as much as we did!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon fishing trip
Fishing was slow this week and there was a lot of rain It’s been a lot of time indoors this place is perfect for that lots of room very nice and comfortable all the beds were awesome very nice place will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Property was lovely and host had great communication. House/property had everything you need for a nice stay. Lower Herring Lake was sometimes a little rough for swimming on windy days, so it was great to have the creek for swimming too.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of places to relax, lots of things to do
Plenty of places to sit and relax or sleep both inside and outside. The upstairs has a beautiful room with balcony and view of lake. You can sit on the deck in shade or sun, or beside the babbling river on the side of house. Property clean and private. Has lots of kayaks, canoe, beach toys. and owner allowed me to use his motor boat when my boat motor failed. Owner left great tips on stuff to do in the area. Lake has outlet to Lake Michigan. Close to Frankfort that is delightful and has everything from beach to bike trails to stores. Delightful, clean, private place to stay. You can tell owner cares because he stays in touch, always tries to help out, and you can see by the improvements he is making to the property to make it even nicer.

10/10 Excellent

judi v.

Beautiful
Mike thought of everything!! There was nothing left out. The water toys were great and the house was very comfortable. All the little details and decorations had everyone finding something new to look at. The only recommendation was to have tile in the kitchen and bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018