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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!
White Birch is a beautifully-remodeled 3-bedroom 2-bath ranch-style home on the Betsie River as it winds into Elberta, Michigan, just across the bay from Frankfort.
The home is located in a private setting, backing up to the Betsie River. Shops and restaurants in Frankfort are just a short bike ride or 5 minute drive away.
This home is a lovely hub for your Michigan adventures, whether you plan to relax at home, explore outside, or enjoy strolling bars, restaurants, and ice cream parlors.
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:
Our local property manager lives in the area and is available to address any issues as needed.
NEIGHBORHOOD:
The home is located in a private setting, backing up to the Betsie River natural area. Shops and restaurants in the adorable town of Frankfort are just a short bike ride or 5 minute drive away.
Enjoy a hike directly from the front door of the house to Elberta Dunes South Natural Area, with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Spend time at Elberta Beach or Frankfort Beach on Lake Michigan, or venture to nearby Crystal Lake, Arcadia Dunes, or Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Enjoy hiking or biking the Betsie Valley Trail, a 22 mile path connecting nearby nature areas and towns. You’ll also find canoeing, fishing, and kayaking in the area.
You might also consider nearby Crystal Mountain Resort – a ski and spa resort with multi-season activities, located 20 minutes away in Thompsonville.
THE SPACE:
* Outdoor fire pit * Gas grill * Garage (available for storage and hanging out, not for parking) * 6 bikes available * Foosball table * Ping Pong Table * Nearby river access several hundred yards up river * Bay views and river views * Washer and dryer * Keurig coffee maker * Drip coffee maker * Blender * High-speed WiFi * SmartTV * New stainless steel appliances (incl dishwasher) * Privacy * Natural beauty * Proximity to hiking and biking trails, Lake Michigan, Town of Frankfort, Crystal Mountain Resort, nearby beaches and playgrounds, and all that northern Michigan has to offer.
TRANSIT:
It is highly recommended that guests have their own vehicle.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
1) EXTRA GUEST FEE: There is an additional fee for each guest after the first 2 guests. Please make certain that the correct number of guests are on the reservation so that the total cost is correctly calculated.
2) PET POLICY: We allow up to 2 dogs at the property. Pets other than dogs are not permitted and more than 2 dogs is also not permitted. There is a pet fee if bringing 1 or 2 dogs. Thus, if bringing 1 or 2 dogs, please make certain that this is specified on the reservation so that the pet fee is appropriately applied.
3) NO AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside.
4) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.
5) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.
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PETS: Up to 2 dogs are permitted with the payment of the pet fee. More than 2 dogs is prohibited. Any pets other than dogs are also prohibited.
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 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
About the area
Elberta
Located in Elberta, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 18 min drive - 27.5 km
Little River Casino - 36 min drive - 57.5 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 3 min drive
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 5 min drive
The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
Petals & Perks - 4 min drive
Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location! on 5 June 2026 start from AU$258, 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 White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Elberta Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed out stay very much. The house was exactly as described and perfectly matched our needs. Everything was clean and well taken care of. The location was perfect to get away but not too far from town to have access to needed supplies.
nick l.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thanks, Nick! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Stayed two nights, house clean, property is quiet and private just as listed. Special thanks to Eric and Kelly who were very helpful when we needed them, would definitely stay here again
Ronald K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Thanks! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mindy G.
20 Feb 2026
Wonderful winter getaway
We had so much fun at White Birch! The house itself is so well appointed, cozy, and CLEAN. We appreciated the coffee and spices and all of the toiletries that were provided.
During our stay, we enjoyed time at Crystal skiing and taking advantage of the spa. We had a lovely drive up M22 checking out Lake Michigan’s icy shores. We enjoyed a couple visits to Storm Cloud for food and drinks. And we ended our stay with a beautiful sunset at Frankfort Beach.
We cannot to back to White Birch!
Great place to stay, it felt like staying at my own house. It was well kept and kitchen had everything you might need. The area was great for pets as there was no neighbors close by. Close to other townships like Frankfort, Beulah and Benzonia. If available next year we will try to stay here again.
Edna R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2025
Thanks, Edna! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ShannonS
20 Dec 2024
Great place great price
Great place great price quick reservation process amazing Staff from reserving to checkout
We had a wonderful stay at White Birch! The house is spacious and nicely decorated, perfect for our family getaway. The kids loved the ping pong and foosball tables in the garage, and the location was ideal, just a short drive to the Lake Michigan beaches. The kitchen had most things we needed, and check-in was seamless. We’d definitely stay here again!
Alain C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thanks, Alain! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Place was nice, clean, and comfortable.
2nd time renting with property group and have been happy both times!
christopher g.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
Thanks, Christopher! It was great having you stay with us again and we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
We had a great time staying here. It was not far from Crystal Mountain where we did some skiing and proximity to Downtown Frankfort was great with shops and restaurants. Property had everything we needed for our family to have a great time.
Jon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2025
Thanks, Jon! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Annette
3 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Never being here before. It was a great place to visit and stay. A lot of the things were walkable and the town was close and beautiful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
Vicki S Q.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks, Vicki! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Close to Arcadia, updated inside, could've used A/C , it was hot when we visited
Wojdylak P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thanks, Wojdylak! We appreciate the feedback. Sorry that the weather was considerably warmer than normal. Hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Easy check in. Very clean house. Very functional and practical. Worked great for 4 adults and two kids. Would be great for friends or families. 5 minutes from Frankfort. Short drive or walk to the dunes on Lake Michigan.
Tom S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Thanks, Tom! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
We only stayed at this property for two days and I really wish we could have stayed longer! There was great access to Sleeping Bear Dunes and the neighboring towns were we could eat, drink, and shop. The bike trail is just around the corner and I was sad I didn't have time to use the available bikes to explore. Everything was clean and organized and ready for our stay!
Ann K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thanks, Ann! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)