Title: Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6046165&destination=Frankfort%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=32642822&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views ## Photo gallery for Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views ![On the beach - Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views (Frankfort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642900/32642822/7bf89ecb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views (Frankfort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642900/32642822/226a0c1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views (Frankfort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642900/32642822/9cd684a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views (Frankfort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642900/32642822/fb0d5cfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views (Frankfort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32650000/32642900/32642822/4e95c682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies High above Lake Michigan, the Birch house at Lake Bluff Preserve offers spectacular views of the dune, water and famous West Michigan sunsets. With spacious main floor living areas, master suites on two levels and wraparound decks on three levels, this 9-bedroom property is perfect for large families or groups to spread out. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 9 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 224500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views Built in 2018, the Birch house at Lake Bluff Preserve is perfect for large families and groups offering 9 bedrooms and four levels of living space with Lake Michigan views. Spacious and well-appointed main floor has an open floor plan, modern kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, and large dining area. Wraparound decks on two levels and a south/west exposure high above Lake Michigan provide spectacular views of the dune, water and famous West Michigan sunsets. Each level has a separate living space so groups and families can spread out. Main and second levels each have master suites. 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. \*\*Due to high water and erosion on Lake Michigan, we have closed the stairs down the Bluff. If you wish to spend time on the beach, we recommend the Frankfort Public Beach or any of the public beaches on Crystal Lake. 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 Northern 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 Looking for multiple houses? We welcome weddings, reunions, yoga and Corporate Retreats on our Bluff overlooking Lake Michigan! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 9 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Lake Bluff Preserve Birch Cottage Sleeps 22 Lake Michigan View Lake Bluff Preserve Birch Cottage Sleeps 22 Lake Michigan View ## About the area Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 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. [Visit our Frankfort travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frankfort.dx6046165) [View more Holiday homes in Frankfort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frankfort-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6046165-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.65068%2C-86.24907&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PFY5rlZ0VsmOYqslVsPWDVSao2Y=) Frankfort, MI ### What's nearby - ![Lake Michigan is stunning in the winter months.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046165/b24a4301-e641-421d-b56b-8d470e866ac2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Frankfort Beach 4 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331735/386be914-2d61-41f4-9067-b7c598d1f4b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal Mountain 25 min drive \- 21.8 miles - ![Arcadia Bluffs Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257499/113d6bd2-d787-4262-9ca1-923dcfa9333b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course 26 min drive \- 20.7 miles - Betsie Lake 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Little River Casino 43 min drive \- 39.3 miles ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - A&W Restaurant 5 min drive - Stormcloud Brewing Company 5 min drive - Petals & Perks 5 min drive - Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom 6 min drive - Villa Marine Bar & Grill 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views? ### What time is check-in at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views? ### What time is check-out at Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views? ### Where is Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birch at Lake Bluff Preserve-Spectacular Lake Michigan Views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenden C. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay for a group of people The property was honestly incredible, everyone kept saying how nice it was and we would happily book this location again. We visited in November for my mother’s 50th birthday with our family and a group of their friends, would love to stay here again in the summer when you can take advantage of the outdoor space. 10/10 would recommend. ##### Brenden C. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle P. 15 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a view!!! We had a large group. This VRBO met all of our needs and expectations. We would recommend this property. ##### Michelle P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine L. 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend Our large family group had an excellent weekend. This house has fabulous views. It is definitely set up for larger groups. There were enough dishes, pots and pans, glasses - everything you need to cook. Beds were all comfortable. Decks were used constantly. Looking forward to coming again. ##### Katherine L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick B. 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise on the Bluffs Excellent family weekend for our large group of 18\. The house had everything we needed and plenty of space. The location was ideal and the sunset’s unforgettable. ##### Patrick B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### david h. 16 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golf Tournament Eight gentlemen stayed and enjoyed everything except the weather. ##### david h. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### mathew c. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house great view Little hard to find but it’s beautiful. Would hate to be there when it’s hot out tho. To far from the lake and the house has no ac ##### mathew c. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne L. 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful family location We brought 3 generations of family from across the country for a week in northern Michigan. The house allowed us to have lots of communal time on the main level which had lots of seating, a huge dining table, room for puzzles and time on the deck for incredible sunsets. Loved having 2 refrigerators! We could spread out to the other levels for privacy. Frankfurt was close for shopping. Lots of public access beaches at Lake Michigan and Crystal Lake nearby. Lovely secluded setting. Another family was having reunion next door and we coexisted nicely. Loved the outdoor fire pits. Communication with host was great. Plenty of dishes and cookware in the kitchen. We loved it!!! ##### Anne L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia C. 20 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual trip to Frankfort Very large property with lovely setting No issues with 4 fridges total and tons of dish ware etc Could walk trash to dumpster which was very convenient Weather was good but it was hard to enjoy the breeze off the water with only one screen door of the many glass sliding doors in the rooms If we left the doors open without screens to cool down we invited spiders and flies in So this should be remedied to enjoy the amazing breeze This was a small inconvenience in an overall experience that was wonderful ##### Patricia C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jing Ci N. 17 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Experience We had a great time staying at the Birch house! It was huge, beautiful and well-equipped. The views of Lake Michigan from the bluffs were truly spectacular. The owner was communicative, accommodative, and very quick to reply. Thank you very much for allowing us to stay at your house! ##### Jing Ci N. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super family reunion Best view in Michigan. This was the perfect place for our biannual family reunion. We took turns preparing dinner each night and ended the week with my daughter’s wedding and reception on Saturday. The management was so nice to work with on the wedding preparation. And they responded quickly for one minor repair in one of the bathrooms. I highly recommend Lake Bluff Preserve for any family gathering, especially weddings. ##### Lisa M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret W. 26 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation 2021 We had a lovely time at our rental. The children were enchanted. The adults could relax. Lovely accommodations ##### Margaret W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimber B. 5 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large comfortable home We were 7 adults and 12 children. Four story home with a common area on each floor to give everyone lots of space. Plenty of bedrooms/bathrooms. Very nice wraparound deck for morning/afternoon shade or sunshine. The only potential negative is that the home could use more refrigerator space and kitchen space with a large group of 15 or more. ##### Kimber B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maxim E. 28 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful summer weekend! We loved the property. This was probably one of the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed at. I would come back and we probably will next summer! PS - best were very comfortable. ##### Maxim E. Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Pranav D. 6 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July 4th vacation Overall the we were very happy with the house. The views are amazing. There is no air conditioning in the house and it can get uncomfortable at night if there is no wind. An extra refrigerator or a larger refrigerator would have nice. ##### Pranav D. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill B. 17 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large open spacious great for a large group. Beds were comfy and views spectacular. Thank you: This place is fantastic. Just a few tiny suggestions to make it even better some kitchen supplies for 20+ people such as: A tea kettle, a few large serving platters, and an ottoman, to put your feet up. We would love to come back and rent this place - a second fridge is needed with this many people. ##### Jill B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful modern house with great views of Lake Michigan in idyllic natural setting The house and property are gorgeous. The climb down the rope ladder to the beach is rather challenging and scary but the brave ones among us made it and it was worth the effort! Everyone in our retreat group of 15 loved the house. The main floor layout was perfect for our meals and indoor group gatherings- the island in the kitchen works very well for several people cooking together and serving themselves. The big dining room table was welcoming and lovely. Our only regret was that we did not have more free time to relax in and around the house. The bluff and the decks leading to the lake are very inviting and one instantly feels relaxed and enthralled by the beauty of the sand dunes and plants, sky and water. Here's where improvements could be made: better communication before our stay would have been helpful. Check in instructions arrived the day before, with a different, much earlier check in time- but it was too late to change our plans to take advantage of the opportunity. Written directions to the property were not clear enough - it's very hard for first-time visitors to find the turnoff onto the unpaved road (which doesn't have a sign) from Michigan Ave. The bath towel situation is unacceptably skimpy- there are not nearly enough, and they are too small and thin. There were no kitchen towels, sponges, scrub pads or pot holders. In our pre-trip communication we stated we would be using two sleeper couches, but there were no sheets or blankets or pillows for them once we arrived. Bathrooms lacked towel racks and hooks. There wasn't enough toilet paper, kleenex, shampoo or soap. More coffee mugs were needed. These are basic details that would be easy to take care of once and for all, and would meet expectations one would have for such a gorgeous house. We considered these minor annoyances, and the manager responded promptly to our needs. Overall we LOVED our stay and would gladly return. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Scott R. 29 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### What a view! We had a great time but there were some house drawbacks. There was a houseful of our family but there were two pots one Dutch oven and one ten inch fry pan. A little hard to make any meals. Come on! One towel per person and they were thin as can be. NOT ONE TOWEL RACK IN THE BATHROOMS! Home Away stated there were four queen suites. There were only two. This was a disappointment. We still had a great time. The view was great. Had fun going down the stairs and ladder to the water. Not easy but the young people did it. I would recommend it but you’d better bring some pots and pans. Not many places for such a large group to be together. Thankful to find a place. ##### Scott R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce M. 21 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious lake house with gorgeous views and gourmet kitchen Birch House was great for our family reunion with large rooms, well-supplied kitchen, comfortable beds, fire pit surrounded by high-backed benches and wrap-around decks for watching the sunset and recalling the days adventures. Nearby Frankfurt with its lovely shops and beautiful beach has a walkway out to the lighthouse. On the other end of Crystal Lake is the charming community of Beulah, home to the Cherry Hut and bagel shop. The kids enjoyed the outdoor drive in theater, canoeing on the Platte River and running down the sand at Sleeping Bear Dunes (about 45 minutes north). Point Betsie Lighthouse and the Gwen Frostic printers and stationary shop are other fun outings. With so much to do there is plenty to talk about in the long and beautiful evenings at this lovely bluff lake house. We flew kites thru the dune grass. If you have little kids you might want to avoid the fabled stairway to Lake Michigan 300 feet down. It is far enough away from the house not to be too worrisome. Older kids loved running down the stairs. Rick, the manager, was responsive and helpful making our stay fun for all. ##### Joyce M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikolas M. 14 Nov 2018 #### A perfect winter weekend on the shore of lake Michigan! We were a large university group doing a department retreat, and this property was perfect for us. The large number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas was a huge plus for our group, and everything was spotless clean when we arrived. There were plenty of towels and linens for everyone to be confortable. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, silverware, and cups/mugs. The kitchen appliances worked well. We did wish we had a larger frying pan/wok for cooking since we had a large group, but there were enough pots and pans to make it work anyways. Walter, the host, was very accomodating and communicative. He answered multiple questions via text during our stay, and kept us updated on conditions since there was a snowstorm the weekend we arrived. The views from the property are stunning, and the walk down to the beach was straightforward. I couldn't recommend the place more for a large group. I hope we are able to return next year when we do our next retreat. Thanks Walter! ##### Nikolas M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Candace B. 8 Jul 2018 #### Unforgettable scenery! We visited Birch cottage with family ranging in ages from 10 months to 90 years old. It was enjoyable for all! There are steps, but also a spacious master suite on the main floor. The kitchen is well equipped and the kitchen table is perfect for large groups! The decks are wrapped around the house and ideal for playing and admiring the gorgeous views. It's the best of both worlds, pines in the front of property and lake in the back. Frankfort is a charming town with quaint shops and fun eateries. There is a fun public beach as well! The owners of Birch cottage are delightful to work with; very responsive and kind!! We would love to visit again. ##### Candace B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018 ---