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Barn-Style Lakefront Near Crystal Mountain with Pontoon and Game Room

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Arcadia, MI
  • Place, Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Inspiration Point
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Barn-Style Lakefront Near Crystal Mountain with Pontoon and Game Room


This unique 5 bedroom, 2 bath home was thoughtfully designed to resemble a classic Northern Michigan barn, offering a warm, comfortable stay with rustic character and modern convenience. With 2,600 square ft of living space, the layout is ideal for families and multi generation groups, with separate areas for adults and children to relax and unwind.

The home sits on 2.5 private acres along peaceful Upper Herring Lake, featuring 140 feet of private frontage and a quiet country setting surrounded by rolling hills, orchards, vineyards, and farmland.

Located just minutes from Crystal Mountain, the property is perfectly positioned for winter ski trips, summer lake vacations, and fall color getaways.
We never charge host fees, cleaning fees, pet fees (up to two dogs), or extra guest fees.

THE HOME
Designed and decorated to reflect an authentic barn-style aesthetic, the home blends rustic charm with comfort. Spacious common areas make it easy for groups to gather, while separate living spaces allow everyone to spread out and enjoy their stay.

WiFi is provided for guest convenience.

INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT AND LIVING SPACES
The main great room features an HD TV with Roku, a DVD player, and a DVD library, providing a comfortable space for relaxing after a day on the lake or the slopes.

The walkout basement includes a pool table, board games, an HD TV with Roku, and a PlayStation 2 with games. This lower-level area is ideal for kids, teens, and casual evening entertainment while allowing adults to enjoy quieter time upstairs.

LAKE ACCESS AND LOCATION
A short walk of approximately 200 feet along a boardwalk through a protected natural area leads to the lakefront. The path is gently graded and typically takes two to three minutes for healthy adults and children. Guests with mobility concerns should note the slight incline on the return walk.

Upper Herring Lake is an all-sports lake that remains peaceful and uncrowded, offering an enjoyable balance of boating, fishing, and quiet lake time.

INCLUDED LAKEFRONT AMENITIES (SEASONAL)
Row boat (April 1 through November 15)
Two kayaks (May 1 through November 1)
Floating aqua-play mat (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
Full dock with mooring (mid-May through November 1)
Fire pit with chairs
Rope hammock and chaise lounges
Pontoon boat (Memorial Day through early October) with 10 gallons of free pre-mixed fuel

The pontoon boats are clean, well maintained, and functional. They range from 18 to 24 feet in length and are older models with 25 to 35 hp two-stroke motors. They are well suited for relaxed cruising and fishing, not high-speed boating. Guests with basic boating experience will enjoy them most. Instructions and technical assistance are available if needed.

The lake bottom near the shoreline is typical Northern Michigan soft sediment (mucky) and is not sandy.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
A starter supply of paper goods and soap products is provided and is typically sufficient for a two-night stay for smaller groups.

For a complete list of what is provided and what to bring, please see “Using the Property” on your My Trip page.

WINTER TRAVEL NOTE
For winter stays, an all-wheel-drive vehicle or front-wheel-drive vehicle with good snow tires is strongly recommended.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Inspiration Point. Features include laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 8 minutes from Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile 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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

1. Start first load of laundry (can be either linens or towels). 2. Wipe excessive spills on surfaces.

3. Return furniture to original places. Please leave inside furniture inside and outside furniture outside. 4. Clean and empty the BBQ grill into provided ash can only.

5. Clean up after pets (including HAIR IN HOME (and "doo-doo" in yard).

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check out list: -Start a load of laundry -Wash dishes & put away -Put back furniture that was moved -Trash out to receptacle -Clean all dog hair & poo

Smoking damages the the home. If smoking has occurred inside the home, there will be a $200-$500 Cleaning Repair Fee depending on the level of damage.

Quiet time: 10PM - 8AM. No parking on rd. By booking guest agrees to VRBO and host's (sent by VRBO after booking is complete) Terms and Conditions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Barn-Style Lakefront Near Crystal Mountain with Pontoon and Game Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place, and had everything we needed for a weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Courtnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well stocked kitchen, clean, and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location near Arcadia golf
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for our weekend golf trip at Arcadia. The boardwalk to the lake was a great addition - we even saw a muddy bear print! This house is in a great location and worked perfectly for two couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Barn cottage on peaceful lake with everything you need. Walk on boardwalk thru meadow to fire pit on lake. Very relaxing. Close to several quaint town also on several lakes. Short distance to Lake Michigan
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great escape

We stayed there a few weeks back. It was a beautiful place to watch the snow fall. Easy drive to skiing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristeen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love, Love, Love

We had three generations all coming together for the weekend: my parents, 2 siblings, their spouses and kid(s) and husband and I with our little one. The weekend was perfect. The home was big enough for all 12 of us and it was beautiful, very clean and fun. There are a lot of little things to see if you walk around - definitely decorated by an artist. We went on walks along the road where you could see the lake over beautiful orchards, we had camp fires down at the lake and even stopped by the ice cream parlor in Frankfort and walked down to the Frankfort beach and enjoyed each others' company. The home had everything we needed so there wasn't anything to stress about. We forgot a few things and called Lizzie only to discover they had what we needed in a drawer. The guys took the pontoon boat out once and had a nice time. I heard coffee on the top floor is a must, but I slept in every day; the beds were very, very comfortable. Thanks Lizzie! We will be coming again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

I booked this last minute for our anniversary. Home is even better than the pictures. Really creative. It was very clean and Lizzie was great to work with. We cooked most of our meals and the home had all we needed. We had a bonfire every night of our stay down by the water. For late nights, we turned on the lights in the living room and went up to the top floor so the lights shined up to us (hard to explain.) Perfect way to see all the stars. One morning my wife slept in and I took the pontoon boat out with coffee and a donut we got the day before from Crescent bakery in Frankfort - the best start to my day. That was the same day we had lunch at Arcadia Bluffs. We will absolutely return, but maybe bring more people next time because the house is huge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Barn Cottage on the lake

House is comfortably and artistically appointed - everything we needed and more provided. The boardwalk to the lake, bordered by woodlands and beautiful wildflowers, was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed the pontoon boat and lakeside fire pit. Convenient to Arcadia beach on Laje Michigan and Frankfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, old property

We enjoyed the area, and had great weather. The lake is over 200 yards from the house, so we only had fires there 2 nights. We used a solo stove up by the house. The house needs a lot of maintenance, leaky tub faucet, key lock box just fell out! And uneven steps. The low lighting with dark lamp shades and made it difficult to read in bed or even see in the dark bedrooms. I would suggest painting the paneling the lighter colors than the dark green blue and black. The boats were not even worth mentioning they were so old and not maintained impulse tree was ripped in the motor were old and according to the starting procedure not easy to start. We didn’t use them the lifejackets provided would not save anybody’s life many of them were ripped and very old. The listing that says it sleeps 14 but six of those are on futons which is not comfortable for adults. And no bathroom on the 2nd floor and attic was not great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!!

We were searching for areas in Michigan for our family trip and saw this property. When I tell you this place has everything you need believe me. We had 4 adults, a 2, 5, 7, 9, 11, 15 and 17 and each and everyone one of us loved it. There is plenty of space for everyone to move about. A sandbox and swing set for the younger kids and ping pong for older kids. All of us enjoyed the use of the boat, kayaks and canoe. Absolutely everything you could need is provided and house was very clean. They also accepted pets which is absolutely amazing. I would recommend this property 100%!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat for big families!

So much fun to stay in a barn-style getaway with scenic views and plenty of room for kids and adults to have their own space. Our children immediately "took over" the lower level with the ping pong/pool table; the two bunk-bed rooms and foldout futon were perfect sleeping arrangements for them, too. Something to note, the second floor primary bedroom is also access to the top floor sleeping area so it's not totally private. The house was well-stocked and there are really helpful instructions for where everything is located in the closets. Loved the big deck and boardwalk down to the lake as well. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KC S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip with friends and family

We picked this house for its location about 10 minutes from Arcadia Bluffs and it was extremely nice. It was large space with plenty of room for 5 adults to spread out when needed. The house was clean and decorated beautifully. The kitchen was well stocked and there were numerous games that kept us entertained for hours. Couldn’t be happier with the house and look forward to returning with my children as I know they will enjoy the house and surrounding area greatly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall visit

Clean and comfortable property! Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes and lovely costal communities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOni G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property in a great location

This was a charming cabin in a great location. Everything you needed was provided. Kitchen etc. was well equipped. There is quite a walk to get to the lake and the lake is unfortunately difficult to see from the cabin but once you got to the lake it beautiful and peaceful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness

We would stay there again.

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for everyone,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Getaway in Michigans Backyard.

The property was the perfect destination for a relaxing weekend with the family. Everything you could want in the perfect sized home. The home was so well equipped we felt very over prepared for our 2 night stay. My family is already asking how soon we can go back and we have every intention of booking the same property for our next weekend getaway. The cleaning and service fee charged at the property is completely reasonable. You feel like you are walking into a home that was set aside just for you. EVERYTHING felt clean and welcoming. We hope to visit again in the near future hopefully during warmer weather and with more time to actually enjoy the beautiful lake and site seeing this slice of paradise had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything We Needed

We enjoyed our little snowy winter getaway to the barn house. The house decor was cute with some unique details. It comfortably accommodated our whole family, 10 of us including an infant. The kitchen lacked nothing we needed to prepare all our meals. Walks down to the lake were peaceful and the scenery beautiful, with plenty to do inside the house with games and movies, and close to Crystal Mountian for some skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spacious home

Great place to stay for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great area, beautiful home.

We had a great time, house is beautiful and comfortable with plenty to give you stuff to do but also can be as relaxing as ever. The surrounding area was also wonderful, we'll definitely be back to the area and maybe even another one of these rental properties.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

There is plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and dishes. The main floor bed left us with sore backs. I don’t really understand why they are so stingy with things like dishwasher soap, toilet paper, and trash bags. I also don’t appreciate their dish policy. They ask for all dishes to be cleaned, dried, and put away before checkout. It would be nice to be able to feed my family breakfast and leave with the dishwasher running.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Beautiful location and house.

Great for groups. Convenient to the M-22 locations and Traverse City. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021