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White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Frankfort, MI
  • Betsie Lake
    11 min walk
  • Elberta Beach
    1 min drive
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    6 min drive
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    38 min drive

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About the area

Elberta

When you stay at this vacation home in Elberta, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Betsie Lake. .This vacation home is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Crystal Mountain.

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 11 min walk
  • Elberta Beach - 1 min drive
  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 5 min drive
  • Frankfort Beach - 5 min drive
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 12 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

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
* 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Agape Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Property is also known as

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White Birch - Riverfront and Newly-Remodeled! Great Location! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
October in Elberta.
Very nice! We've stayed here before and its close to everything we like. The house is roomy and comfortable. Property manager easy to get ahold of and ease of renting it completes the deal. Verymuch enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Better than we expected! Quiet location, awesome view out back, and a beautiful kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
Place was nice, clean, and comfortable. 2nd time renting with property group and have been happy both times!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right
Perfect size and location for this trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon in the fall
Property was perfect for our needs. Clean, spacious and quiet. Will stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simplicity
Great place with easy access to local trails and bike path for morning excursions
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N., Saginaw, Michigab

Liked: Cleanliness
Golfing getaway
Needed a place to stay for a guys golf getaway. It was great! Loved the location. Place was very clean and very comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had a very enjoyable stay at this VRBO. The house was very clean and in a good location. The only possible issue could be the lack of air but it was cool for our stay so we didn’t have any issues and each room did have a nice fan provided!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john-michael f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house
Family and I had a great time at this hidden gem. We really enjoyed the bikes they had in the garage. Thanks for the fun trip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
No problem
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
We stayed at White Birch for a week for a family getaway. The property was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well appointed and the towels and linens provided were clean and nice. The property is located in a quiet neighborhood at the end of the street, so it feels quite private and peaceful. Beautiful views from the back patio. We enjoyed the fire pit and the kids enjoyed the ping pong and foosball tables in the garage, as well as the bikes (after we put air in the tires). I would recommend staying here for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIE H., Park Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & Adorable
Adorable house that has been newly updated. The place was immaculately cleaned and felt like home. The owners also let us bring our dogs which we truly appreciated and they loved chasing their ball in the huge private front yard. Super close to the town of Frankfurt which is on the lake with cute shops and restaurants. Wonderful place to stay and enjoy the area in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
short stay
everything was great. newly remolded, clean. was perfect for our little getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tameron C., Paw Paw, MI,USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
We really enjoyed the updated space. The ping pong and foose ball tables were a hit with our grandchildren. Quiet neighborhood. The gift bowl of goodies was a welcomed treat after a long travel day. It was a very comfortable stay and would definately return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
pre-holiday get-away
The location is perfect for hiking, kayaking, biking and just being outdoors. The house itself is comfortable, roomy and accommodated 4 adults and one dog quite comfortably. The view from the patio is striking, overlooking the Betsie and lots of wildlife especially in the spring with many birds nesting including trumpeter swans. Really nice. It was our 4th time staying here and we hope to return in the fall. It is very nice indeed!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Lake-life
Clean, modern, recommendable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect winter getaway
Loved everything about this property. Cozy & loved all the furnishings. It was in a perfect location close to Frankfort, trails, breweries. There was a nice short trail head 5” from the home. Would return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Bernie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elberta White Birch December 2023
Home is recently updated and nice. Dining Room had a very nice table, though there could have been better chairs. Kitchen seemed to be adequately stocked with plates, glasses, and utensils. Beds are very firm. There were many summer toys in the garage including several bikes. Furnace was a bit loud. Checkin could have been smoother, as the instructions were to contact the property manager and that she would meet us at the house. Instead, she just gave us the lock code, which could have been done in the app.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T., Kimball

Liked: Cleanliness
Overlooking the river in quiet neighborhood
A great place to base while visiting family. Comfortable and clean, nicely renovated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Ranch
This remodeled ranch was the perfect stay for our work crew. Some owners shy away from businesses looking to house their crew but we were warmly welcomed. This is the second property our crew has rented from Agape properties (the first was in Kalkaska) both properties were managed well and lovely homes.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So good!
The place was clean, comfortable and well appointed! We had everything we needed and it was the perfect location for surf / hike adventures!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
White Birch
This is our 3rd stay at White Birch so we obviously like the place! The house is great. Roomy, well appointed and space to spread out and relax. The location is perfect also if you like to hike as it's located near quite a few trails both south and north on M22. Easy drives to Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City and to Manistee. We are planning a return trip in the spring. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
short and sweet
Property manager was very accessible and helpful. Cut the stay by one day as the weather was not great. We liked the property and would use it again. Pat & Kathy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing weekend
Nice place to relax after a day of fishing on Lake Michigan. Comfortable beds and nice hot shower. Will recommend others that are visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023