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Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets

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Property grounds
Aerial view
Interior
On the beach, sun-loungers
On the beach, sun-loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Arcadia, MI
  • Arcadia Dunes
    4 min drive
  • Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
    5 min drive
  • Inspiration Point
    7 min drive
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    38 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets

Private beach on Lower Herring Lake, sandy beach, gradual drop-off, private dock, 2 new kayaks, 2 new stand up paddleboards, new lifejackets, new 42" HD TV, access by boat or 1.3 mile car ride to miles of beautiful, private beach on Lake Michigan, pristine, private, and undeveloped beach for miles, with dunes blending into forests. This is like Sleeping Bear without the park rangers or fees. Never a crowd and often never anybody. Miles of beach was saved from development by the Noble family through the Watervale Inn. We only rent by the week in July and August.

We have another lake front rental 3 doors to the north of this one, 370427, 7 lake front cottages on Upper Herring Lake, about a mile away, 1957430, and two on Crystal Lake, about 20 minutes north, 1852762 and 2009011

We are a quarter of a mile thru forest from the paved road, very quiet and peaceful. Cabin has a screened in porch, fireplace, full kitchen, dishwasher, 3 bedrooms, 2 queens and twin bunk beds, 2 twin roll-a-way beds. Tongue and groove pine walls, big fireplace, amazing views. Wifi, firewood, two kayaks, two paddleboards and a canoe included plus a propane grill.
Watch postcard perfect sunsets over either lake. We are 6 miles south of Frankfort, 5 miles north of Arcadia.
Herring Lake connects to Lake Michigan via a shallow, sandy stream directly across the lake.
Amenities: All linens provided, canoe, 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, life jackets, paddles, full kitchen, gas stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, smartTV, WIFI, DVD player, beach chairs, propane grill, kid DVDs and grown up movies, porch table with 4 chairs. Please note, the smart HD TV streams your Netflix, Amazon etc but we discontinued satellite TV.

Miles and miles of rails to trails bike paths in the area, running between Elberta, Frankfort, Beulah and Thompsonville. SUP, pontoon boat, speed boat and sailboat rental available right on the lake, delivered to your beach.

I'll send a detailed list of things to do, complete with golfing, fishing, shopping, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, hiking, biking, pick-your-own strawberries and cherries, flying tours, Indian casino's, restaurants, sights, movies etc.

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. The cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Arcadia Dunes and 6 minutes from Lake Michigan
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Arcadia cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Joe Turner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

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: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Great View Private Beach Dock Sunsets
Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Cabin
Waterfront, Great View, Private Beach & Dock, Sunsets Arcadia

Waterfront Cabin, Great View, Private Beach, Sunsets Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan 70.3
Property was great! We really enjoyed the view of Lake Herring all day long! We had a Very peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to have the paddle boards there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!!
We had an amazing time during our stay at Peter's cabin. Cute cabin, on the lake, surrounded by trees. Beautiful scenery, something out of a movie. Perfect location on the lake for our 2-year-old. Private sand area by the dock in front of the cabin. The water is only about 1-2 feet deep until the end of the dock which was perfect for our son to play in. Happy we were on Lower Herring as it was calm enough for us to get in the water every day. Loved access to the private beach at the Watervale Inn. When we went, we were the only family there. White sand and blue clear water. The location of the cabin was perfect. Easy 10-minute drive to Frankfort, Empire and about 15 minutes to Bealuh. We will most definitely be back. We were also allowed an early check in and late check out. Peter was very responsive and a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Reading the reviews, I thought the place would be dirty and brought cleaning supplies. It was not dirty at all, very clean. Some elements were worn, but it’s not advertised as brand new so I was expecting older. All major appliances worked great. The owner helped us find a small sunfish boat on the lake, which was very kind. He responded promptly to our requests, and sorted out one issue we had. The views are perfect and the amenities of all the kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards was a major draw for us - they were all in good working order. Plenty of life jackets and paddles. We used every boat at least once, and not one had issues. Noise around us was low, evenings were pleasantly quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location
Had a great time, this is a wonderful property and a charming old cabin with a pleasant owner. Only complaint came from my elderly parents who found the beds old and uncomfortable and sagging in the middle. Loved the location on Lower Herring, great trails nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Julie Y.

Rustic with a View
We love Lower Herring Lake and the whole surrounding area. We rented this property because a member of our group was doing the Frankfort Iron Man so the location was ideal. Peter was very prompt in answering calls with questions and help getting into the cabin. The cabin is directly across from “ the cut” access to one of the most beautiful stretches of Lake Michigan you can find. That said, be prepared for a rustic stay. I did spend some time cleaning surfaces and sweeping away thick spider webs from the outside windows. The doors are tricky but expected due to the age of the place. I would say that just a few updates ( like a new coffee pot) could make this place more charming . We did enjoy our stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but needs maintaining
We rented the cabin in late July hoping for some quality lake time. While the location is great - on a small lake, just streets away from Lake Michigan - the cabin itself is in need of some TLC. We knew from the photos and previous reviews to expect rustic, however what we found was a large amount of bugs inside as a result of several broken or poorly installed screens and multiple leaks on rainy days (furnace and sun porch). We made the best of it during our stay, but would not return here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kelly S.

Great location and sunsets, gross lake bottom
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is nothing fancy, in fact everything is very dated but that's typical for the area. We didn't really spend too much time inside so it didn't bother us. Pros: There are kayaks, a row boat, canoe and paddleboards available to explore the lake. There is a fun sand dune and an outlet to lake Michigan directly across the lake from the cabin, maybe 10-15 min with an easy kayak ride. My kids LOVED running up and down the sand dune. The water is very close to the house, a comfortable temperature in July, and sunsets are beautiful! Cons: When we checked in we found cobwebs and dust in the counters. I didn't like that I had to clean when I first arrived. A major disappointment was the abundance of plants and weeds on the bottom of lake from the shoreline all the way past the dock. It covered nearly all of the lake bottom on the property and was very squishy when stepped on. I had inquired about water depth for the safety of my 4 and 6 year-old children (shallow like I hoped for) and I was expecting a sandy bottom since the owner knew my children would be playing there. If I knew there would be plants all across bottom of lake I would not have rented. But if you don't have the concern I'd still recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Time in Michigan
We have four kids age 6-16 and everyone really enjoyed this vacation! Kids learned how to kayak and paddle board in no time and loved spending time on the water. We loved being able to kayak over to Lake Michigan. We drove to Mackinac Island one day and went to Baldy Dunes another day. The rest of the time we spent at the cabin fishing, kayaking, and enjoying s’mores on the fire. It was the perfect vacation! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paola K., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location!
We loved staying on Lower Herring Lake! It was so fun to paddle across the lake, through the inlet to the shores of Lake Michigan. So beautiful. We also loved how close the cabin is to Frankfort, making grocery shopping easy. The cabin was well equipped with paddle boards, kayaks, and a canoe. Really appreciated the dishwasher and laundry set-up. The wifi was good, and the TV set-up was good too, we were able to watch the Olympics easily. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful views, sunsets, and sunrises. Hike at Empire bluffs was fun. I always enjoy Frankfort shopping. The lake was warm so even in June in MI we were able to swim. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
The cottage was perfect. We will be back next year for sure!!

10/10 Excellent

Sam S., Battle Creek, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin for the perfect getaway!
We enjoyed our time at the cabin. The area is just beautiful! I would absolutely recommend this place! The screened in porch was a great place to paint rocks, play cards and relax and do laundry! I was surprised by the washer and dryer! Thank you for sharing your home with us Peter! I hope to be back and enjoy the sunny, summer weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Crystal D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend getaway
My family and I stayed over the weekend. It was fall time and the scenery was beautiful. Even though our weekend was cloudy, rainy, and cool, the kids really enjoyed their time there. Mr. Turner was very easy to get a hold of and responded to my messages very quickly. One thing I would have to comment on, was that someone had put dirty plates with dried food back into the cabinet. I had to re wash all of those plates by hand (a good four or five of them) before we could eat. Also the screen door wouldn’t latch and our first night, there was a thunderstorm and the door kept banging around with the wind which scared my kids a little lol. Regardless we would still stay again. Probably in the summer though so the kids can enjoy the lake water and canoe and kayaks. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic perfection!
From the moment I stepped into the cabin, I felt welcomed and content. Every amenity was available and in perfect working order. Pete (the owner) was always available for every question and request, and prompt with his answers. Our stay was late in the season, so dock had already been pulled, but that is the norm for lake cabins, especially when temps near freezing. Our timing of the stay afforded us nearly absolute solitude, I never saw a single person on any of the beaches, which gave me the feeling that it was all mine, if only for a short stretch in time. Note to those who want to kayak or paddle-board across this beautiful lake: if it's particularly windy out, make sure you have experience at maintaining balance and direction, because you are in for a fight. The lake has a current, near the middle, that can make attempting to get across to the inlet leading to Lake Michigan, particularly difficult (1 hour plus, versus 10 minutes in calm conditions). For the less adventurous, you can drive up a nearby road and climb a small dune to access lake Michigan as well. Pete thought out his cabin, making sure everything a guest needed was included. I loved it here, and only feel saddened because our stay has come to an end. Next summer, I'll be back for sure. Bring your family, this is the perfect place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect 👌🏼
My family and I had a great time enjoying this cabin, the view, and all that there is to see in this area of Michigan. My only regret is not booking longer! This was our first time to Michigan and it was great to decompress and disconnect. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful fall getaway!
Beautiful view. We enjoyed private dunes at Watervale. Property is just as expected. would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan Getaway
My husband and I loved this property. The Lower Herring Lake is right in front of the cabin and the sunsets were lovely. We took advantage of the outside fire ring and a walk along the woodland path behind the cabin. The access to Lake Michigan was just as advertised. Lots of beach to enjoy!!! The owner was very helpful with anything we needed. We recommend the Storm Cloud brewery in Frankfort. We had a very enjoyable meal there. Looking forward to coming again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

scott t.

Liked: Cleanliness
how i spent my summer vacation
had a great time, spent a lot of time catching up with old friends, kitchen has everything you need, coffee every morning by the lake, even when it was 35 degrees, great views from the house or yard, would definitely go back
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Nice classic Michigan lake cabin with a great view. Communication with the owner was fantastic. we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time
Such a cute and clean property! The amenities were great for all ages. We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and experience
Waking up and walking out to a beautiful view each morning was the relaxation we needed. The canoe, kayaks, and paddle boards provided enjoyable activities for the week. It was easy to get across the lake and spend time on the private beach on Lake Michigan. Peter was great througout the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castaway Cabin
The title of my review is what our boys named the Cabin during our stay. The location of this cabin and everything that is included is amazing! It includes Kayaks and paddleboards along with being near Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and of course private access to Lake Michigan. Lower Herring is so quiet and fun for swimming or paddling and the inlet to Lake MI gives way to a sandy beach for the kids to play. The cabin has everything you might need for a week at the Lake. The owners are great to work with too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cherie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Getaway on Lower Herring Lake
On a beautiful, quiet, warm lake, near bike trails, sand dunes and Lake Michigan. I cannot imagine a better location! The cabin came with newer appliances, including a washer and dryer, and all linens were supplied. This made packing much easier. The lake was just a few steps out the back door and there was a nice long dock. We enjoyed using the kayaks. I will miss the magnificent sunsets. The owner was great to work with too. We had a great week!