Historic Schoolhouse on M-22. 3 BR, 2 BA. Dog and Kid Friendly! | House in Frankfort
3 Bedroom House in Arcadia, Frankfort
Original 1892 Watervale School/Blaine #7 one-room schoolhouse, carefully converted into a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Up North retreat. On a private one acre lot on scenic M-22 in Benzie County, Michigan. Borders Upper Herring Lake Nature Preserve. Less than a mile from public access to Upper and Lower Herring Lakes. Less than 5 minutes to downtown Frankfort, 10 minutes to Beulah and Arcadia, 15 min to Crystal Mountain, under an hour to a wide assortment of beaches, shops, and attractions from Manistee to Traverse City.
The schoolhouse was one of the original buildings in the lumber town of Watervale, which was established in 1892 and which sits about a mile south of the school's current location. The lumber town went bankrupt in 1893 after the Great Recession of 1892-93, but the school remained in Watervale until 1906, when it was dragged across the fields and up what is now M-22 and placed in its current position, on land donated by the Frederickson family. Blaine #7 replaced a smaller schoolhouse that was moved to another spot on Upper Herring Lake and became the Frederickson School/Blaine #4.
Blaine #4 remained in operation until 1964, at which point the Frederickson family took ownership of it and used it as their Up North camp for over a half-century. In October 2021, the schoolhouse was purchased by family members of the current owners of Watervale (now a seasonal resort), and the process of returning the building to its schoolhouse roots began.
Thanks in large part to consultation with the Benzie Area Historical Society, interviews with former students at the school, and an unwavering focus on preservation and details, the schoolhouse allows guests to feel that they're staying in a part of Benzie County history while also affording them the creature comforts of modern living. Brand new appliances and original hardwood floors. High speed internet and the original slate chalkboards. A 4K TV alongside framed artwork made by students in the 1920s and 1930s that were found behind the chalkboards during construction. All on a one acre site with huge maple and pine trees, lined with lilac bushes, and steps away from the flat, accessible hiking trails of the Upper Herring Lake Nature Preserve.
And the schoolhouse's convenient location on M-22 gives guests quick and easy access to all of the area's finest dining, shopping, and attractions. The schoolhouse is nestled between Upper and Lower Herring Lakes, with public access to both less than a minute away. Green Point Dunes and Fruit Haven Nature Preserve are two minutes away. Elberta, Frankfort, and Arcadia: five minutes. Beulah and Crystal Lake: 10 minutes. Crystal Mountain: less than 20 minutes. Sleeping Bear Dunes: 25 minutes. Manistee: 30 minutes. Traverse City: 50 minutes to Front Street. The list goes on!
Book your stay with us today -- we look forward to hosting you!
Historic Schoolhouse on M-22 3 BR, 2 BA Dog and Kid Friendly! is located in Arcadia. Historic Schoolhouse on M-22 3 BR, 2 BA Dog and Kid Friendly! provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, TV, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic Schoolhouse on M-22 3 BR, 2 BA Dog and Kid Friendly! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Arcadia has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Arcadia, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Soap
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Shower
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Wood stove
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Spices
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Blender
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming dogs only
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2 total pets
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Smoke-free property
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Ice skating nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Golf nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Smart TV
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Games
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Books
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Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's books
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Playground
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Children's games
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Patio
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Policies
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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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