Family Friendly Suite a block from Lake Michigan

9.4

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 457 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Water view

Explore the area

Frankfort, MI

Frankfort Beach4 min walk
Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts4 min walk
Point Betsie Lighthouse10 min drive
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Manitou bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Manitou bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Serendipity House is a one-of-a-kind inn designed for vacationers who want a unique experience that includes their accommodations. Situated on Main Street a block from Lake Michigan and at the edge of Frankfort's charming downtown district, the inn recalls an earlier time when residents would call out greetings from their front porch to passersby.

Serendipity has the big front porch and updated living space with all the amenities for vacationers who enjoy something unique.

Serendipity House offers lodging in five suites just steps from the beach. Each suite has its own entrance, kitchen and bath with views of the resort town and a large front porch for relaxing and enjoying the passing parade.

Pack your beach gear and head west a block to enjoy Lake Michigan's beaches and spectacular sunsets. Cross the street to start biking the 22-mile Betsie Valley Trail. Or turn east to explore downtown Frankfort's unique shops and restaurants; enjoy a first-run film in the recently restored Garden Theater; or celebrate the season with an award-winning craft beer at the Stormcloud Brewery. Then come back for fall colors, winter skiing, and spring awakenings.

With five suites--some of which are inter-connecting--we're especially well-suited for wedding parties, family reunions or for sharing vacations with friends.

Along with the large, front porch, we provide a picnic table at the rear of the property, comfortable chairs, fire pit, Weber grills and bike racks.

This listing presents the Manitou, a large suite that sleeps 2-4 guests. Featuring one private bedroom with a queen size bed, a living room with a couch that pulls out into a bed, large dining room, full kitchen and bath.

If the Manitou is booked on your chosen dates, please check the calendars for the Betsie (HomeAway #195186); Nannybird (HomeAway #186194); Lakeview (HomeAway #188035); or Sandune (HomeAway #185719).

Property manager

Sarah McCallum

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

One Pack-n-Play available, please ask for it

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Wedding parties and family reunions encouraged.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4

Note from host: Wedding parties and family reunions encouraged.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

Betsie Lake - 3 min walk
Frankfort Beach - 4 min walk
Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 4 min walk
Elberta Beach - 8 min drive
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

A&W Restaurant - 2 min drive
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 2 min walk
The Hotel Frankfort - 1 min walk
Frankfort Dairy Maid - 16 min walk
Port City Smoke House - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Suite a block from Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Suite a block from Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Suite a block from Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Suite a block from Lake Michigan located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 5 minutes.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Amy G., Richmond, MI

7 Sept 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manitou Suite: Satisfied Overall

Great location and overall satisfactory amenities. Pros: Location, lots of sight seeing in the area, cute town, felt safe, clean inside, water/sewer work perfectly, lots of room to spread out, comfortable bed, extra space in back to park cars for unloading/loading, ample kitchen amenities. Awesome front porch for reading and coffee in the morning or "people watching" in the evening. WiFi. Cons (not a deal breaker): curb appeal uninviting (appeared unkept, tall grass which is purposely there to prevent erosion but no effort in beautifying/honing the landscape around the property), Sticky/uneven doors (front (interior) door and bathroom door), dining room/kitchen was darkly lit with a couple bulbs out. Dining room table/chairs a bit worse for wear and uncomfortable, TV small for the room (kids used phones for entertainment), pillows are flat (bring your own), walls thin (because old house). Parking: I don't know if this is an issue that can be solved with the municipality, but I think parking spaces in front of the rentals should be designated for renters during peak seasonal tourism. We were able to move our vehicle to the front in the evening after beach crowd dissipated but having to do that every night was inconvenient. Would consider returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

29 Aug 2021

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

Great location

We were fishing in a tournament and this location was great for our crew. Close to the marina and good amenities.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

24 Aug 2021

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

Great Place, Great Location!

This property was very clean. The location was great. The town is super cute. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

30 Jul 2021

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

Perfect location

Enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

11 Sept 2020

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

September 2020

The property was very nice and as advertised. Communication with the host was very good

About the host

Hosted by Sarah McCallum

Sarah's father Tim got into innkeeping accidentally, when his stepfather surprised his mother with the purchase of a resort in nearby Arcadia complete with a motel and 12 cottages. It was a long, colorful and rocky road until the resort was sold in 2007, but over time Tim learned a great deal as an innkeeper. Tim's daughter Sarah seeks to continue her father's legacy in 2018 and beyond by ensuring each guest has a pleasant stay.

Why they chose this property

Pierside Lodging had been a bed-and-breakfast that had closed in 2003. Tim purchased the property in 2007 and renamed it 'Serendipity House.' Built in 1890, the house has always served as an inn, going back to hosting the workers who built the nearby Frankfort Light and Pier.

What makes this property unique

Today, Serendipity House is a one-of-a-kind inn configured for vacationers who value a unique experience that includes their accommodations. Situated on Main Street a block from Lake Michigan and adjacent to Frankfort's charming downtown district, the inn recalls earlier times when residents would exchange greetings from their front porches. Serendipity has a front porch and an living space with all the amenities for those vacationers who enjoy something unique.

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