With a stay at this vacation home in Elberta, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Betsie Lake. .This vacation home is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 15.6 mi (25 km) from Crystal Mountain.
Green Point Dunes Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
Frankfort Beach - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 3 min drive
Stormcloud Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Upriver Pizza - 13 min drive
Birch & Maple - 5 min drive
Villa Marine Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sandhill Cottage, new 2-bedroom house in Elberta, dog friendly
Make Sandhill Cottage your home base for your up north adventures! A new build nestled in the quiet village of Elberta, Sandhill Cottage borders the Betsie River State Game Preserve. Enjoy sandhill cranes, geese, deer, rabbits, and other wildlife from the comforts of the covered porch. Hiking opportunities are just across M-22 at the Elberta Dunes South Natural Area or just down M-22 at Green Point, both offering beautiful views of Lake Michigan and the dunes. Local shopping, dining, and public beaches are just minutes away in Elberta and nearby Frankfort. Four-season activities from golf and mountain biking to skiing and more are available at Crystal Mountain Resort, only 15.6 miles away. Enjoy the sight of the Point Betsie Lighthouse silhouetted against the sunset over Northern Michigan in nearby Frankfort, or enjoy a late night at the Cherry Bowl Drive-In for their double feature. Sandhill Cottage offers a convenient central location for so many of your next adventures.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. 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.
This smoke-free vacation home features snowboarding nearby, cross-country skiing nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
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
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 806 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start a load of towels before you leave.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Sandhill Cottage, new 2-bedroom house in Elberta, dog friendly Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Al R.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandhill Cottage was brand new and well appointed. It was in a quiet corner surrounded by trees for privacy. It was a great jumping off point for us to explore the "little finger" of Michigan. We had room for our motorcycle trailer and loved the front porch. The only suggestion we have would be to include a grill.
Al R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Audrey R.
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage was perfect for our family of 4. It had a secluded and woodsy feel but close enough to ride a bike to both Elberta and Frankfort attractions. The cottage itself was very modern with an open concept that felt like home to us. We enjoyed being minutes from the beach and the boat launch.
Audrey R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place. Bed was comfortable which was a huge bonus. Very close to downtown Frankfurt which was nice because of boat launch was right there.
Kevin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay. The house was perfect! We loved hiking the dunes and love the quietness of ELBERTA, any option to go into a bigger town like Frankfort 2 miles away. We had so much fun exploring the area going to food trucks going to the shops and the beaches. Alpaca farm was a great success as well! We will definitely be coming back.
Shannon W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barry P., Chelsea, MI | USA
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place nestled back in the woods which makes it feel secluded. This was a last minute booking along with a last minute addition of a pet, which Erin kindly allowed. Everything you need can be found in the home. Theres a nice little hiking trail across the street that overlooks Lake Michigan. We had a great time and most definitely will be coming back. Erin is a great host thank you
Barry P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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