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Serendipity House: Four-Season Lodging at the Water's Edge

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Frankfort lodge rental - With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.
With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.
  • Frankfort lodge rental - With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.
    We offer 5 suites year 'round with varying accommodations and rates.
    Serendipity House: Four-season lodging at the water's edge.
    Just across the street is the beautiful Betsie Bay.
    Serendipity House all dressed up for the July 4th parade.
    A front porch, a summer day and a good book doth a vacation make.
  • Frankfort lodge rental - The Manitou living room features comfortable chairs, plus a queen sofa bed.
    Like to cook on vacation? Manitou has the best kitchen in the house.
    Manitou's bedroom off the living room is private and quiet.
    Manitou's bathroom is light and airy with both shower and bath.
    The annual July 4 parade heading down Main Street.
    The passing parade...with great views from Serendipity's porch.
  • Frankfort lodge rental - The passing parade...Even a Prowler enjoys a holiday!
    The front hall foyer leads into the Manitou Suite's living room.
    Manitou's spacious living room flows into a spacious dining area.
    The Manitou Suite's living room offers lots of room to spread out.
    Weddings? You bet! And we work well for family reunions, too.
    Not only beautiful sunsets, but great fishing off Frankfort Pier!
  • Frankfort lodge rental - Climbing nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes is a must-do.
    Come back for the fall colors and our annual fall festival.
    Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing abound.
 
Frankfort lodge rental - With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.

With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.

We offer 5 suites year 'round with varying accommodations and rates.

We offer 5 suites year 'round with varying accommodations and rates.

Serendipity House: Four-season lodging at the water's edge.

Serendipity House: Four-season lodging at the water's edge.

Just across the street is the beautiful Betsie Bay.

Just across the street is the beautiful Betsie Bay.

Serendipity House all dressed up for the July 4th parade.

Serendipity House all dressed up for the July 4th parade.

A front porch, a summer day and a good book doth a vacation make.

A front porch, a summer day and a good book doth a vacation make.

The Manitou living room features comfortable chairs, plus a queen sofa bed.

The Manitou living room features comfortable chairs, plus a queen sofa bed.

Like to cook on vacation? Manitou has the best kitchen in the house.

Like to cook on vacation? Manitou has the best kitchen in the house.

Manitou's bedroom off the living room is private and quiet.

Manitou's bedroom off the living room is private and quiet.

Manitou's bathroom is light and airy with both shower and bath.

Manitou's bathroom is light and airy with both shower and bath.

The annual July 4 parade heading down Main Street.

The annual July 4 parade heading down Main Street.

The passing parade...with great views from Serendipity's porch.

The passing parade...with great views from Serendipity's porch.

The passing parade...Even a Prowler enjoys a holiday!

The passing parade...Even a Prowler enjoys a holiday!

The front hall foyer leads into the Manitou Suite's living room.

The front hall foyer leads into the Manitou Suite's living room.

Manitou's spacious living room flows into a spacious dining area.

Manitou's spacious living room flows into a spacious dining area.

The Manitou Suite's living room offers lots of room to spread out.

The Manitou Suite's living room offers lots of room to spread out.

Weddings? You bet! And we work well for family reunions, too.

Weddings? You bet! And we work well for family reunions, too.

Not only beautiful sunsets, but great fishing off Frankfort Pier!

Not only beautiful sunsets, but great fishing off Frankfort Pier!

Climbing nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes is a must-do.

Climbing nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes is a must-do.

Come back for the fall colors and our annual fall festival.

Come back for the fall colors and our annual fall festival.

Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing abound.

Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing abound.

  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps4
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Frankfort vacation lodge rental
1 bedroom, living room with sofa bed; kitchen/dining room; a full bath; sleeps 4

Located in Frankfort, Michigan, on the Lake Michigan coast, Serendipity House offers four-season lodging in five suites at the water's edge.

This relaxing and charming home is the perfect place to get-a-way! Pack your beach gear and turn right to enjoy Lake Michigan's beaches and spectacular sunsets. Cross the street to bike the 22-mile Betsie Trail. Or turn left to enjoy downtown Frankfort's unique shops and restaurants, or enjoy a first-run film in the recently restored Garden Theatre. Then come back for fall colors, winter skiing, and spring awakenings.

With five suites, we're especially well-suited for wedding parties, family reunions or for sharing vacations with friends; and we're pet-friendly!

We offer a big front porch for relaxation and for viewing the passing parade on the way to the beach; and we provide a picnic table at the rear of the property, as well as a fire pit and comfortable chairs, and a bike rack.

This listing features the Manitou, a 4-room suite that sleeps 4 guests with a private bedroom, plus living room, dining room and kitchen, and a full bath.

If the Manitou is booked on your chosen dates, please check the calendars for the Betsie (HomeAway #195186); Nannybird (HomeAway #186194); Lakeview (HomeAway #188035); or Sandune (HomeAway #185719).

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About Tim Bannister

The Bannisters got into innkeeping accidentally, when Tim's stepfather surprised his mother with the purchase of a resort in nearby Arcadia with a motel and 12 cottages. It was a long, colorful and rocky road until the resort was sold off in 2007, but Tim learned a great deal as an innkeeper and decided to build off that experience.

Tim Bannister purchased this lodge in 2007
Why Tim Bannister chose Frankfort

Pierside Lodging had been a bed-and-breakfast that had closed some 4 years before Tim purchased the property and renamed it 'Serendipity House.' Built in 1890, the house has always served as an inn, going back to hosting the workers who built the nearby Frankfort Pier.

What makes this lodge unique

Today, Serendipity House is a one-of-a-kind inn configured for vacationers who value a unique experience that includes their accommodations. Situated on Main Street a block from Lake Michigan and adjacent to Frankfort's charming downtown district, the inn recalls earlier times when residents would exchange greetings from their front porches. Serendipity has the front porch, as well as updated living space with all the amenities for those vacationers who enjoy something unique.

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Frankfort lodge rental - With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.

With its connecting suites, Serendipity is great for wedding parties.

We offer 5 suites year 'round with varying accommodations and rates.

We offer 5 suites year 'round with varying accommodations and rates.

Serendipity House: Four-season lodging at the water's edge.

Serendipity House: Four-season lodging at the water's edge.

Just across the street is the beautiful Betsie Bay.

Just across the street is the beautiful Betsie Bay.

Serendipity House all dressed up for the July 4th parade.

Serendipity House all dressed up for the July 4th parade.

A front porch, a summer day and a good book doth a vacation make.

A front porch, a summer day and a good book doth a vacation make.

The Manitou living room features comfortable chairs, plus a queen sofa bed.

The Manitou living room features comfortable chairs, plus a queen sofa bed.

Like to cook on vacation? Manitou has the best kitchen in the house.

Like to cook on vacation? Manitou has the best kitchen in the house.

Manitou's bedroom off the living room is private and quiet.

Manitou's bedroom off the living room is private and quiet.

Manitou's bathroom is light and airy with both shower and bath.

Manitou's bathroom is light and airy with both shower and bath.

The annual July 4 parade heading down Main Street.

The annual July 4 parade heading down Main Street.

The passing parade...with great views from Serendipity's porch.

The passing parade...with great views from Serendipity's porch.

The passing parade...Even a Prowler enjoys a holiday!

The passing parade...Even a Prowler enjoys a holiday!

The front hall foyer leads into the Manitou Suite's living room.

The front hall foyer leads into the Manitou Suite's living room.

Manitou's spacious living room flows into a spacious dining area.

Manitou's spacious living room flows into a spacious dining area.

The Manitou Suite's living room offers lots of room to spread out.

The Manitou Suite's living room offers lots of room to spread out.

Weddings? You bet! And we work well for family reunions, too.

Weddings? You bet! And we work well for family reunions, too.

Not only beautiful sunsets, but great fishing off Frankfort Pier!

Not only beautiful sunsets, but great fishing off Frankfort Pier!

Climbing nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes is a must-do.

Climbing nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes is a must-do.

Come back for the fall colors and our annual fall festival.

Come back for the fall colors and our annual fall festival.

Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing abound.

Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing abound.

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Nearest Airport : Cherry Capital Airport at 35 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Ludington at 80 Miles
Nearest Motorway : M-22 at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach : Lake Michigan Public Beach at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Villa Marine at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Ski : Crystal Mountain Resort at 15 Miles
Nearest Golf : Champion Golf Course at 10 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Betsie Bay Inn at 0.2 Miles
Car: not necessary

Located in Benzie County on Michigan's Northwest Coast, historic Frankfort was noteworthy in the 1800s as a lumber, shipping and railroad town, as well as a summer getaway for families.

Today, it continues to be a popular destination for vacationers and has acquired a reputation for great fishing and as an outdoor person's dream with hiking and bike trails, as well as swimming, sightseeing, fall color touring, and winter sports.

Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Park; Michigan's extensive trail systems; and the Interlochen Academy, home to music and cultural festivals, add to a rich palate of activities.

Other Activities: Local tours of attractions.

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Rental Rates for this vacation lodge rental in Frankfort, Michigan

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 6.0%

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

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  • High: $219-239/night; Mid: $149-169/night; Low: $119-139/night
  • High Season/Weekend: June 15-Sept. 3, $239/night, $1455/week
    High Season/Weekday: June 15-Sept. 3, $219/night, $1455/week

    Mid Season/Weekend: May 1-June 15; Sept. 4-Oct. 31, New Years and Presidents Day, $169/night, $935/week
    Mid Season/Weekday: May 1-June 15; Sept. 4-Oct. 31, New Years and Presidents Day, $149/night, $935/week

    Low Season/Weekend: Jan. 2-Apr. 30; Nov. 1-Dec. 29, $139/night, $705/week
    Low Season/Weekday: Jan. 2-Apr. 30; Nov. 1-Dec. 29, $119/night, $705/week
  • High Season/Weekend: June 15-Sept. 3, $239/night, $1455/week
    High Season/Weekday: June 15-Sept. 3, $219/night, $1455/week

    Mid Season/Weekend: May 1-June 17; Sept. 4-Oct. 31, New Years and Presidents Day, $169/night, $935/week
    Mid Season/Weekday: May 1-June 17; Sept. 4-Oct. 31, New Years and Presidents Day, $149/night, $935/week

    Low Season/Weekend: Jan. 2-Apr. 30; Nov. 1-Dec. 29, $139/night, $705/week
    Low Season/Weekday: Jan. 2-Apr. 30; Nov. 1-Dec. 29, $119/night, $705/week
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation lodge rental in Frankfort, Michigan

Property Type:
  • lodge
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2800 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Beach
  • Water View
  • Beach View
  • Downtown
  • Lake View
Theme:
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Family
  • Romantic
  • Sports & Activities
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Paper Towels
  • Hair Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Off Street
  • Living Room
  • Towels Provided
  • Sofa Bed
  • Alarm Clock
  • Basic Soaps
  • Parking On Street
  • Wireless Internet
  • Heating
  • Parking
  • Toilet Paper
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Bottled Water
  • Iron & Board
  • Shampoo
  • Linens Provided
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Internet
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen ...
    The Manitou Suite has a full kitchen with adjoining dining room. Plenty of room to entertain.
  • Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Stove
  • Pantry Items
Dining:
  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining ...
    The Dining Room is open to the kitchen to make entertaining easier.
  • Dining Room
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Manitou - toilet , combination tub/shower
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Manitou - 1 queen , 1 baby crib , sleeps 2
    Manitou - 1 sleep sofa /futon , sleeps 2
  • The Manitou Suite has a private bedroom and a living room with a queen-sized fold-out. One or two more guests may be accommodated for an extra charge. Perfect for the family get-a-way or reunion experience.
Entertainment:
  • CD Player
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television
  • Books
  • VCR
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
  • Radio
Outside:
  • Beach Towels
  • Beach Chairs
  • Bicycles
  • Deck / Patio ...
    The Manitou Suite has its own porch looking toward the east, as well as a spacious front porch looking out onto Main Street and the passing parade.
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • 4 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • limited accessibility
  • pets considered ...
    We are pet-friendly throughout the house.
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • children welcome
Attractions:
  • autumn foliage
  • cinemas
  • restaurants
  • playground
  • library
  • bay/sound
  • live theater
  • marina
  • forests
  • churches
  • coin laundry
  • museums
  • winery tours
Leisure Activities:
  • sledding
  • scenic drives
  • beachcombing
  • paddle boating
  • bird watching
  • miniature golf
  • gambling casinos
  • walking
  • boating
  • sight seeing
  • wildlife viewing
  • eco tourism
  • horseback riding
  • shopping
  • antiquing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
  • hospital
  • groceries
  • Babysitter
  • medical services
  • laundromat
  • ATM/bank
  • massage therapist
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • tennis
  • hunting small game
  • kayaking
  • golf privileges optional
  • skiing
  • snowboarding
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • cycling
  • ice skating
  • golf
  • snorkeling/diving
  • roller blading
  • jet skiing
  • hunting
  • ski lift privileges
  • snorkeling
  • surfing
  • fishing
  • pier fishing
  • water skiing
  • freshwater fishing
  • wind-surfing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • ski privileges optional
  • cross country skiing
  • mountain biking
  • hiking
  • sailing
  • fly fishing
  • swimming
  • paragliding
  • snowmobiling
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Reviews for this vacation lodge rental in Frankfort, Michigan

Serendipity House: Four-Season Lodging at the Water's Edge
average rating of 5.0 based on 2 reviews
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Serendipity House: Four-Season Lodging at the Water's Edge
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p180215
+1 888-244-0047
Frankfort Northern Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI USA
5

Fall Festival 2010

5 of 5
Submitted: January 3, 2011 Stayed: October 2010
My family and I visited the Frankfort area last October for the Annual Fall Festival complete with lots of fun activities for kids and families. The Serendipity House is in the heart of all the action and is within walking distance to Lake Michigan's sandy beach, the festival, the Farmer's Market/Craft Show and the Garden Theater (where we watched the Spartans clobber the Wolverines). There are dozens of restaurants and shops nearby and many activities; the Serendipity House is a comfortable and friendly place to stay- I highly recommend it.
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Serendipity House: Four-Season Lodging at the Water's Edge
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p180215
+1 888-244-0047
Frankfort Northern Michigan
Big Rapids, MI
5

Serendipity House...a cozy place away from home

5 of 5
Submitted: December 31, 2010 Stayed: October 2010
I have been coming to the 'Frankfort Harvest Festival', which occurs the first weekend in October, with my two granddaughter's, for the past three years. We've always had a great time enjoying many of the fall festival events that the city of Frankfort works so hard to present.

The Serendipity House, with it's perfect location and cozy atmosphere, is just the right place to stay for this or any other of Frankfort's events or activities, year round.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
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