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The historic Castle House

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Children's area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior
5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

The historic Castle House

The Castle house; on the corner of Park and M 22 across from St. Ann's Catholic Church, the Castle house offers four bedrooms and a bathroom with tub upstairs and a first floor bedroom and bathroom. With a bath on each level this home can accommodate up to 12 people. There's queen beds in 4 bedrooms and a king in the master as well as a double bunk in the larger upstairs bedroom. The entire house has been newly refinished and refurbished and is waiting for your family and friends. In addition to the more than one hundred years of history, the house comes with gas grill, plenty of offstreet parking, nearly an acre of lawn, a back patio and a front porch. The house comes with all appliances, cooking equipment, washer and dryer, two full baths, towels and linen changed at least weekly.
Highspeed internet is free and there is DVD and a smart TV for streaming. High end Spectrum Cable service provides hundreds of channels and On-Demand services.
There is an outdoor RV outlet box and a J1772 charger for your electric hybrid car. There are outdoor faucets and hose for your outdoor cleanup.
The Castle House has quiet, safe, hotwater radiator heating, a modern boiler and unlimited Hot Water for showers! It also has a powerful central air conditioning unit to keep you comfortable and dry.
Best of all its just a 10 minute walk to the beach! Choose a leisurely route through town and enjoy all the shopping and amenities Frankfort has to offer or take the shortcut to the steep stairs down directly to the undisturbed beaches which stretch miles to the north of the busy harbor.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Marina 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Adjacent lawn area may be used for outdoor events
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 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

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

Property is also known as

Historic Castle House Frankfort
Historic Castle Frankfort
The Historic House Frankfort
The Historic Castle House Frankfort
The Historic Castle House Private vacation home
The Historic Castle House Private vacation home Frankfort

About the neighborhood

Map
Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Elberta Beach - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cabbage Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The historic Castle House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The historic Castle House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The historic Castle House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The historic Castle House located?

Located in the heart of Frankfort, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Lake Michigan. Betsie Lake and Frankfort Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The historic Castle House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Cool House
Stayed here for Ironman Michigan with 9 other athletes doing the race. The house is big with plenty of parking and the location is wonderful. Just a 1/2 mile walk down to transition. Loved being able to sit out on the deck and watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee the day before the race. House is spacious inside, nicely decorated and in great shape. Had a little bit of an issue with an air conditioner leaking on the stairs but we just turned it off after speaking to the host. Also had some wonky light issues in the entrance and the dining room but it seriously wasn't a big deal. Very pleased with our stay here and would love to stay here again the in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location/too warm in bedrooms at night
Everything was great, location, cleanliness, outdoor space, response from owner, except the air conditioning. It is limited to main rooms and main bedroom. The other four bedrooms got pretty uncomfortably warm at night, even with the provided fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Castle Is The Best!!
Well first of all, just the house castle design on the outside won over the children before we even arrived. The check-in process was quick and flawless. Everything in the house was immaculate. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bedrooms attractive and all had plenty of charging stations….much better than a hotel! Bathrooms were well cleaned and each had shampoo and conditioner in them. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and many little extras like seasoning and spices you might initially need bf you get to the store. Also, there was a supply cupboard in the laundry room that included batteries, extra toiletries, mosquito spray, etc….again all things you might need bf you get to the store. The porch in the front porch and deck area in the back were great for family gatherings and the oversized yard provided plenty of space for little ones to run around. All in all, The Castle will be the perfect spot for your next family or other group outing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Perfect for our stay in Frankfort! Close to downtown, groceries and beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi K., Lombard, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation for the July 4th holiday
Our family enjoyed our stay in a terrific location. Downtown Frankfort and beach were walkable for our adult children. Nice updates in living and dining area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Trip
House was great. Clean and ready to go. Very easy to communicate with the owner. Great location to easily walk into downtown Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Castle!
Our family has stayed here several times and absolutely love it! Many new updates that enhanced our experience. Location is perfect! The castle home felt like home while we were there. Clean and spacious for our family of 12. We have made many memories over the years and can’t wait to make more! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castle
Rooms were tight but had all the beds we were looking for. Location was VERY convenient. Parking was not clear. We parked in neighbor’s property when we arrived after dark. Deck and Patios were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lars P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend event
The property is in a perfect location. Very easy to walk to the main street and a beautiful deck out front to enjoy. A great weekend had by all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Noelle K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very responsive to our requests
Upon arriving at the property, we discovered that the house had not been properly cleaned by the cleaning company and the previous guests had left the grill in an atrocious condition. The owners of the house were extremely apologetic and sent us a bottle of wine as an apology for the cleanliness issue and actually ordered a new grill the day we made them aware of the situation. While I believe the home could use some improvements, our stay overall was pleasant. The park right across the street was a bonus for anyone with a family as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

BriNanFlory F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Castle
Great rental. It was well stocked and clean. A great home base to explore the Frankfort area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We truly enjoyed the castle home. Plenty of room inside and out. Home was clean and had all the essentials we needed. We walked downtown and enjoyed all that Frankfort offered. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil D., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Best beds ever
Overall this stay met our expectations, but I must note that the bed in the main room was the most comfortable we've ever had at any rental. We would definitely stay again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, great location
We stayed here with our four kids and another family of five. The house was very clean and well appointed, and close to downtown Frankfort and the beach. Everyone had a great time. Plenty of dishes and cookware, lots of towels, and adequate seating. Our only critique is that the Wi-Fi router wasn’t working well for us. We could plug the cord from the modem right into a computer, but none of our devices could stay connected wirelessly. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B., Crown Point, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, everything we needed!
Home was as described- plenty of sleeping space. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had all the essentials for convenience. Nice front porch and yard area, and very convenient location. We walked to beach often but it would be a long walk with kids/beach gear- however it would be a very short drive to drop off anything needed also. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend Ski/Snowboard Trip at Crystal
The place was cozy, nice, and very conveniently located close to Crystal Mountain. The owners also respond promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H., Ottawa Hills, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay in Frankfort
Good location and enough beds to accommodate our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Castle House
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway!
We enjoyed the castle so much and had a wonderful time making memories. The home was spacious and clean. Owners were always available if/when we needed them. We already booked for next year! Great location near downtown and the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

kathleen b.

Don’t rent this property
Bad. No air conditioning except little portable one. Bad beds. Bad bathrooms. Etc
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family rental
Clean, nicely appointed and good parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
We had an overall excellent experience staying at the castle house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Castle House
My family had a great vacation stay this August. The house was just as described and worked great for my family.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great beaches, great hospitality!
Charles had everything we needed for a great vacation! House was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the deer that were frequently in the large yard. We would book this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., Okemos, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a wonderful stay. Location was great and the property was plenty spacious for our family of 12. The owner was always quick to response. We are looking forward to staying again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020