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Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12

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Drone of Lake Bluff Preserve over Lake Michigan
Interior
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Frankfort, MI
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

First Floor bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Fourth Floor Bedroom #4

2 Queen Beds

Second Floor Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

En-Suite in Bedroom #4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

First Floor en suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Bathroom - entry level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Third Floor half bath

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12

Built in 2018, the Maple house is set high atop the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan one mile North of Downtown Frankfort. Four bedroom, 3.5 bath with open main floor living space, wraparound deck, dining room and kitchen island seating for 12. Kitchen opens to living and dining rooms with Lake Michigan views. Two rollaways and a sleeper sofa can accommodate groups of up to 12 in beds.

**Due to high water and erosion on Lake Michigan, we have closed the stairs down the Bluff (June 2020). If you wish to spend time on the beach, we recommend the Frankfort Public Beach or any of the public beaches on Crystal Lake. We hope to reopen the stairs as soon as mother nature allows us.**

The Frankfort area is home to a deep water marina, the Stormcloud Brewery, Pointe Betsie Lighthouse, Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Courses, wine tours, skiing at Crystal Mountain and you don't need to leave our property to hike, mountain bike and explore the dune and forests. Snowshoeing and cross country skiing can be enjoyed from your front door in the Winter. Crystal and Platte Lakes and the Betsie and Platte rivers provide sportsmen with fishing, kayaking, tubing and swimming with many gear rental businesses in the area.
Watch sunsets, bald eagles, whitetail deer, monarch butterflies and other native species from the comfort of your deck or take the path and stairs to the bottom of the bluff for a swim.
Very close proximity to M-22 makes Lake Bluff Preserve a great rally point for car and motorcycle touring clubs, wine tourists, retreats and reunions, golfers and anyone who wants a to behold the beauty of Lake Michigan and Northwest Michigan. Less than an hour to Traverse City, Leland, Arcadia Bluffs and Crystal Mountain.

There are 5 rentals at Lake Bluff Preserve:
Spruce House #1308269
Birch House #1319559
Poplar #1429525
Maple House #1429504
Dune House #1862182
Contact us for special rates if you are looking for multiple houses we can accommodate up to 70.

We welcome weddings on our Bluff overlooking Lake Michigan!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1429504vb
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 and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Frankfort Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Little River Casino - 45 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crescent Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 on 29 June 2026 start from AU$1,918, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maple at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views-Sleeps 12 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Frankfort holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Bellows Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Four couple get away

We enjoyed a great four night stay at this lovely home. The views were breathtaking and so very relaxing! All four couples said they would love to come again! The beds were super comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021
Thank you for visiting Lake Bluff Preserve, Jennifer. We are excited to have you and your group return in the future. Best wishes... Nancy, Bob, Dawn
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10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

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

Amazing location

Family of five spent several days here exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes area and Frankfort. Could easily accommodate a multi-family party. Amazing views of the setting sun over Lake Michigan. Would come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beautiful

This home is a 10/10 , beautiful location, views of lake Michigan, and close proximity to several boat launches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aaron w.

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

Wonderful in every way

The property was everything we hoped for—beautiful view, great decks, very clean and everything functioned properly. It was well appointed and the kitchen was perfect for preparing family meals together. Dawn was very professional and easy to work with and we hope to come back soon !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

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

Beautiful property covenant location

Everyone enjoyed the stay. The house was very clean and everything has been maintained very well. Amazing evening views and very close to Frankfort. We would definitely stay again. We were a bit confused on the bed room situation given photo’s and description but the contact was very responsive and cleared it up for us..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Fall in Michigan

Terrific stay - too short!! only one night.. we did not get an opportunity to explore the area and lake Michigan shore... NEXT TIME! beautiful place - terrific for 4 couples!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect place for our family

We had our biannual family reunion and my daughter’s wedding at the end of the week. The view and setting is beautiful. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anna l.

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

Great beach rental

This house was perfect for us. Amazing location and views. Very simple home, clean and adequate. Warning: there is no door on the master bedroom. This didn't bother us, but for people who are light sleepers or need privacy this would be annoying.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B Mo

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

Lake Township Review

Our date moved a few times as we were planning the stay around a wedding which was postponed because of COVID multiple times. Dawn was very accommodating in helping us move our reservation dates around and allowing us to have early check in. I can’t say enough good things about the place, it’s location and the management. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

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

Secluded yet close to town

Awesome house, great location, a great place to get away and disconnect yet still about a 5 minute drive from the nearby grocery store. Definitely will be back for another trip of rest and relaxation. Only thing I wish was functional was the steps down to Lake Michigan however I understand this isn't the owners fault and they are in the process of fixing it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenna B.

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

Spectacular Views

The property is set next to 2 other homes - secluded but close to the town of Frankfort. The breeze, fresh air, and views are priceless. The furniture is simple but does the job. I don't know what they do to the sheets and towels but they are very soft. Only complaint is that the steps down to the beach are closed but that isn't their fault. The power went out for about an hour but the owners communicated well and got it up and running quickly. The chairs on the patio are right at eye level with the view so I liked to bring a higher stool outside. Overall I would highly recommend and hope to be back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

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

Lake Bluff

We have been visiting Frankfort for many years. This was our first rental on the water. Very pleasant experience. Although parking was a little bit of an issue especially with the proximity of the other rental homes. But home was very nice and views were breathtaking.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

Girls trip

The property was awesome. Very clean. The large house next door needs better parking. They had several large boats and many cars making it difficult to maneuver through there. The tanker for the propane gas just turned around. I'm not sure if he ever came back to fill the tanks. I would definitely come back to this place again. We are a group of women who travel and hike.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2020
So happy that you had enjoyed your stay. We have an area for boats and addressing that with future guests. We would love to have you gals come back and stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

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

Gorgeous views

We just checked out this morning and had a wonderful stay. Place was clean. Had the most incredible views of Lake Michigan. Close to Frankfort and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Even had a mini-dune for the kids. Bummer on the stairs to the beach being out of service, but nothing the owners have control of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca and Scott D.

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

amazing sunsets! immaculate beautiful home

Our family had a wonderful stay at this amazing, beautiful, IMMACULATE property! And with panoramic Lake Michigan views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

4th Weekend

Had a fantastic time. House was perfect for our group and can't say enough good things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Josh K.

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

Nice stay with excellent views

Awesome location just outside of the neat town of Frankfort. So much to do nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Sloboda-Reservations

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M22 Lakeshore Trail took over the management of Lake Bluff Preserve in April of 2019. Our team consists of Hosts Bob Adams and Nancy Albrecht and handling reservations and events Dawn Sloboda.
Bob is certified master gardener and you may see his handy work throughout the Property, he is also an Amazon author and a lifestyle blogger and an avid golfer. He can recommend great golf courses all along M22 to play!
Nancy Albrecht is a Realtor® Associate Broker with over twenty years of experience with Real Estate One in the greater Traverse City area.

Dawn Sloboda joined the M22 Lakeshore Trail management to handle reservations in December of 2019 after moving back to Michigan. In her former life she was a Planner at a large Ad agency in NYC, a Facilities Analyst for a Pharmaceutical Company and store manager for the Indiana Dunes National Park. She has degrees in Business (Marketing) and Interior Design and currently also manages her own small business.

The M 22 Lakeshore Trail promotes golf, lifestyle amenities and real estate along the iconic M-22 highway corridor in NW Michigan.

Why they chose this property

Lake Bluff Preserve is special because of the land and beauty of the Lake Michigan shoreline and South/West exposure. There are opportunities to find total seclusion or interact with fellow guests in the two other free-standing homes on the bluff.

What makes this property unique

Sweeping Lake Michigan vistas and nightly sunsets make this a very special place to vacation. Stunning views that show why the "Third Coast" is amazing.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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