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Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan

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Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan

  • Welcome to The Orchard at Apple Ridge—a private 5-acre modern farm retreat just minutes from downtown Frankfort and Lake Michigan.

    Recently renovated, this home blends modern comfort with relaxed country charm. With 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet, it’s ideal for families and groups looking for space, privacy, and a memorable Northern Michigan getaway.

    Why Guests Love It:

    Private 5-Acre Setting: Apple orchard, expansive lawn, and peaceful countryside.

    Country Charm: Friendly resident chickens and baby goats on the property.

    Great Layout: Sleeps 10 comfortably, including a private lower-level suite with a queen bed, full bath, kitchenette, and private entrance—ideal for grandparents or a second family.

    Outdoor Living: Elevated rear deck overlooking the orchard, covered front porch, spacious yard, and fire pit for evenings under the stars.

    Privacy: We live in a separate residence on the far side of the 5-acre property. Your vacation home, driveway, and outdoor living areas are fully private. We’re nearby if you need anything while respecting your privacy throughout your stay.

    The Home:

    Main Level: Open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area featuring Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, quartz countertops, and plenty of space to gather.

    Sleeping Arrangements — Sleeps 10:

    • King primary suite with custom tile shower
    • Main-floor queen bedroom with trundle
    • Two upstairs twin bedrooms
    • Private lower-level queen suite with kitchenette and full bath

    Comforts: Central A/C, high-speed Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, and whole-house generator.

    Location — Close to Everything:

    • Less than 10 minutes to downtown Frankfort and Lake Michigan beaches
    • Less than 2 miles from the Ironman Michigan route
    • About 15 minutes to Crystal Mountain
    • About 20 minutes to Arcadia Bluffs
    • About 30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes
    • About 45 minutes to Traverse City

    Local favorites include Stormcloud Brewing, The Cabbage Shed, Birch & Maple, Vita Bella, The Cherry Hut, and Arcadia Bluffs Dining.

    Whether you’re planning a Lake Michigan beach trip, golf weekend, fall color tour, family gathering, or Ironman stay, The Orchard at Apple Ridge offers the space, privacy, and peaceful setting for a memorable Northern Michigan getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake
  • Near a river
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Note from host: Dogs considered on individual basis. Pls inquire

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please be mindful of quiet hours

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: 15
Note from host: Please be mindful of quiet hours
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Frankfort, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Pinecroft Golf Course and Crystal Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Frankfort travel guide
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Frankfort, MI

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and a body of water.
    Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
    7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Upper Herring Lake
    5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Betsie Lake
    9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Crystal Lake
    10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail
    10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Stormcloud Brewing Company
    15 min drive
  • A Papano's Pizza BEULAH
    13 min drive
  • Villa Marine Bar & Grill
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private 5-Acre Luxury Farm Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Near Frankfort & Lake Michigan located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Upper Herring Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve. Benzie Area Historical Museum and Lower Herring Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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