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Herring Creek Cabin!

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A forested campsite with picnic tables and a fire pit. - Herring Creek Cabin! (Frankfort)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a sink. There is a dining area with a white sofa and a small table. - Herring Creek Cabin! (Frankfort)
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table and chairs, large windows, and a wooden ceiling. - Herring Creek Cabin! (Frankfort)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window. - Herring Creek Cabin! (Frankfort)
A single-story house with a porch, a small deck, and a grill. - Herring Creek Cabin! (Frankfort)
At Herring Creek Cabin!, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Herring Creek Cabin!

  • This nearly original, historic cottage has been described as "A Rustic Wooden Tent" by some and as "Shabby Chic" by others. If you love nature and the minimalistic beauty of life this is the camp for you.

    This eclectic, creek side camp has natural waterway access to lower herring lake and lake Michigan. Get ready to enjoy epic Walleye, Brook, Brown, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) and possibly Coho Salmon fishing. Don't forget about the biking, hiking, lounging, and relaxing with nature. There is conservancy land, and a public boat launch a stones throw away. You can even end your day with a peaceful campfire at our fire pit over looking the creek.

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About the area

Located in Frankfort, this cottage is on the waterfront. Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts and Frankfort Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal Mountain and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating, snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Frankfort travel guide
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • A hilly landscape with a winding road, grassy areas, and a body of water in the distance.
    Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    13 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • A snow-covered ski resort at night with illuminated ski lifts and a parking area.
    Crystal Mountain
    17 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Lower Herring Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Little River Casino
    30 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
    32 min drive - 32.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Villa Marine Bar & Grill
    11 min drive
  • Stormcloud Brewing Company
    11 min drive
  • The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herring Creek Cabin! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Herring Creek Cabin!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Herring Creek Cabin!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Herring Creek Cabin!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Herring Creek Cabin! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lower Herring Lake and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Michigan. Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve and Upper Herring Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Herring Creek Cabin! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely location

Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, Peaceful, Secluded

Super clean, very responsive host. 15' to the stream, saw an owl and a fox.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint rustic cabin

The home is just as advertised. It’s a rustic cottage simple amenities. The location is wonderful. It sits along a babbling creek, and Is a short walk to lower Herring Lake where you can enjoy pretty sunsets. It’s a quiet, safe location, but only a short drive from Elberta or Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We absolutely loved the place! The outside patio on Herring creek was BEAUTIFUL! We had eveything needed in the kitchen for cooking and for grilling.Beds were clean and comfortable. Theres 2 full sized beds and 3 twins. We were close to beaches, frankfort lighthouses. We definitely will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Melanie was so very helpful!! Great fishing!!! Awesome scenery!!

5 star birthday weekend!!!!! Place was stocked with all kinds of extras!! Very clean and cozy !! Lots of charm !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation

It is an older cottage with a lot of character. Listening to the running river was so tranquil and therapeutic, it was a great way to decompress.Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lower Herring

It was great. My kids loved sleeping on the porch, and my husband loved kayaking to the Lake Michigan inlet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage belonged to my great uncle and then his sons . spent alot of time there with my Grandpa. The cottage was just as I remembered it, with a remodeled bathroom. The creek has eroded the bank behind the cottage so it is different from when we would get into the creek. We saw two huge snapping turtles in the creek one evening. Nice stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin in ideal location

5 adult sisters and our mom stayed for a fun weekend in Frankfort. This cabin appears tiny at first but with the back sleeping porch and the front dining porch, it was plenty of space for 6 adults. Fantastic location with a pretty stream/brook in the backyard. 5 minutes from downtown Frankfort and 10 minutes from Arcadia. Beautiful beaches nearby, and everyone who looked for a petoskey stone found 1 or more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

We had the most wonderful weekend at this charming cabin in the woods. Tucked away in a peaceful setting, it was exactly what our family of four needed to relax and reconnect. The sound of the nearby creek added the perfect natural soundtrack, and we spent hours just soaking in the quiet beauty of the surroundings.The cabin itself was spotless—truly one of the cleanest places we’ve ever stayed. Everything felt fresh and well cared for, which made settling in so easy. It had all the comforts we needed, while still feeling like a true escape from the hustle of daily life.Whether we were sitting by the creek or simply unwinding, this cabin gave us the perfect backdrop for a memorable family weekend. Highly recommended for anyone looking to unplug and enjoy a serene retreat in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think the beds should be updated. Comfy but to soft that my back hurts.Would stay longer but the price is steep when there is only 2 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! Quaint cabin that met our needs! A charming stream out back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at this serene little cottage a few steps to beautiful Lower Herring Lake lake and right on a beautiful little stream. Everything we needed was provided, including wood for a fire in the fire pit. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and Comfortable Stay

We really loved sleeping on the porch with the door open and listening to the river. We got spooked a couple times when a critter decided that a late night swim sounded nice LOL! We recommend trying Papanos Pizza as well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sleep on the Porch and Listen to the Brook Gurgle

Incredibly peaceful stay at this cozy cottage. There are plenty of sleeping options, but my favorite was the sleeping porch in the back. The cool night air, the whisper of the wind in the pines and the gurgling of the brook lulls a tired mind to sleep each night. Although we did not have the chance to use them, the kayaks were a welcome surprise, and the fire pit is the perfect place for a good conversation before heading to bed. Prime location close to a lot of trails and quaint towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

I loved staying here because I loved the screened in porch, the creek in the backyard, and the great location to Frankfort and wonderful hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Up North Getaway

The Cabin was awesome. Very clean and kept. No A/C, but plenty of fans to keep us cool. Loved being right on the creek and the area it’s located is quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021