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The Historical Franklin House

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Frankenmuth, MI
  • St. Julians Winery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • River Place Shops
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Historical Franklin House


The Historical Franklin House is located on Franklin St. - Frankenmuth's historical street. Situated close to downtown, you'll be within walking distance to local restaurants, bars, shops and other world famous attractions. Drink coffee on the front porch and watch the horse-drawn carriages gallop by or spend a lazy afternoon in the large, bay-window living room overlooking Franklin St. This space is newly remodeled featuring a sprawling white marble master bath, large front porch with seating, mid-century modern furnishings, and cozy living areas. Guests receive the entire second floor of the house only, which features a private front door entrance. Need a full kitchen? Ask about full kitchen use! Please message me with any and all questions!

Property manager

Christopher Zehnder
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Frankenmuth

Located in Frankenmuth, this apartment is near theme parks. St. Julians Winery and The Fortress Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Michigan's Military and Space Heroes Museum and Grandpa Tiny's Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Birch Run Speedway & Event Center or Clio Area Amphitheater. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frankenmuth, MI

What's nearby

  • St. Julians Winery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Frankenmuth Historical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • River Place Shops - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Fortress Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zehnder's Snowfest - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tony's I-75 Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bus Stop Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historical Franklin House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Historical Franklin House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historical Franklin House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Historical Franklin House located?

Situated in Frankenmuth, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of St. Julians Winery and Frankenmuth Historical Museum. River Place Shops and St. Lorenz Lutheran Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space. We loved our stay in this charming spacious home. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BirdK L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very responsive to our needs. Very helpful! Such a nice area; friendly neighborhood. First time using Vrbo and he assisted us. Upper floor was just what 2 ladies needed. Rental uses front door, street parking in front. It was a comfortable stay. Loved the large bathroom w/great towels, upper deck, front living area, kitchenette for a quick bite, 2 bedrooms (1Q/1K) were spacious. Had refrig, micro, toaster, mugs, Keurig w/pods. Sat on front porch for a treat! Drove 2 blocks to Main St. & parked in ample parking area for strolls/eating/shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Family Frankenmuth vacation

The host, Chris, was amazingly helpful and quickly responded to any message sent his way. We truly enjoyed our time in this gorgeous historic home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Great Stay

This was perfect for our 3 day stay in Germantown..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Cute apartment!

Nice apartment for girl cousins weekend - cozy & comfortable. Host was very responsive. Convenient location - off street parking was very nice. Had a great time and a nice stay - would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Getaway in FrankenmuthWe had a fantastic weekend getaway with friends at this charming craftsman-style home in Frankenmuth, MI. The location was ideal—just a short walk to downtown shopping and dining, which made exploring the area super convenient.The house itself was cozy, clean, and well-furnished, with a quaint charm that made us feel right at home. It’s a great fit for two or three close friends or a couple looking for a relaxing stay. The host was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay, which added to the overall positive experience.One small suggestion: it would’ve been nice to have body wash provided, as there was shampoo and conditioner but no body wash. That said, it wasn’t a major issue and didn’t take away from our enjoyment.Overall, the property served our needs perfectly, and I’d definitely recommend it to others looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay in Frankenmuth.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Frankenmuth

Beautiful home and wonderful base to enjoy the wonderful town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great value. It's an upstairs unit above a permanent residence. Within walking distance of everything. Hoping the porch was a little cleaner and put together. You don't normally need AC but it's loud if you're trying to sleep. Bathroom was very nice but there's no mirror above the sink.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary N.

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

Excellent place to stay st Frankenmuth

Everything was perfect, lots of space and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby P.

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

Family Weekend

A wonderful stay - hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn M.

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

Great stay!

Great property for a weekend getaway in Frankenmuth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Fun girls’ weekend

Enjoyed our space. Had all we needed. Host was very prompt in communications and providing what we needed. Only 1/2 mile walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Lovely location

Was a quiet location within walking distance to all local eateries, shopping, except for Christmas world, needed to frive
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing experience, everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan H.

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

Clean

This property was very clean, and the host promptly responds to questions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Friends getaway

Everything was perfect. Great location and clean. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Great house

Great house and location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Doug S.

Disliked: Check-in
Great location but maintenance issues exist. Toe guards on the steps to house were loose and one came off during our stay. There were loose boards in the kitchen area. If we had stepped on these the boards would have broken. The exhaust fan in the bathroom made a terrible noise and had dead bugs visible when the light was turned on.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Very nice Apartment

We enjoyed our stay. No problems and very clean. Walking distance to all the shops on Main St. Would definately stay the next time we are in Frankenmuth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the huge bathroom and shower! It was so close to everything Chris had everything there that we would need He kept it very nice and warm for us we will definitely be staying here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Beautiful Historic Spacious Stay

Absolutely loved how quiet this beautiful home is. Thought of every detail, wonderful blackout blinds, chargers, kitchen. Bathroom was stunning. Loved the outdoor spaces on the balcony and the front porch. You could watch the horse carriages drive by in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

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

Andy

We had a wonderful time.A great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Amazing stay :)

My boyfriend and I stayed for two nights and enjoyed every second of it! The house is obviously old but has been well maintained and upgraded where needed. We were a little skeptical about sleeping apartment style above the family who owns it, but we could barely ever hear them and there was a ton of privacy. Super close to downtown so we were able to walk everywhere and enjoy the fall weather! Thank you for having us, we’d definitely come back to stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great experience

We had a great stay! The home was very accommodating for our family of 4 (2 kids under 3 years old). The house is very close to downtown and would have been walkable if it wasn’t too cold and snowy. We got a few inches of snow over night and the owner shoveled the snow on the steps, walkway, and driveway before we were awake! The home is in a safe neighborhood. We will stay here again if we visit Frankenmuth in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Sibling Get-Away

Property was convenient to town. Beds were comfy and the bathroom was huge. Breakfast area and tv room were great for visiting with family. We would rent again on a return visit to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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Hosted by Christopher Zehnder

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