Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community | Cabin in Frankfort

Summary:
Red Shutters at the Congregational Summer Assembly (CSA) in gorgeous Frankfort, Michigan was built by hand in 1939 and offers guests a rustic, close-to-nature, "old-school" vacation experience with tons of amazing private community amenities available! Half-mile walk to Lake Michigan and Crystal Lake. 6-night minimum stay is required.
The Space:
Welcome to the Congregational Summer Assembly (CSA) and step back in time to this wholesome, peaceful resort offering family events and activities. Our rustic cabin features a large primary bedroom with a king bed, an old-school upper-level bunk room, a screen porch, and all the peace and relaxation you could want.
The activities are posted weekly and include arts and crafts, dancing, tennis, watersports, theater, bible studies, nature observation, area history, yoga, swimming lessons, and water aerobics. This community has multiple tennis and pickleball courts and offers private beach access to Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan.
Step inside this wooded, rustic cabin with a recent addition of a primary bedroom with a king bed, half bath, fireplace, and walk-out deck, offering a place to rest and relax. The cozy kitchen has everything you need to cook on your vacation including a small electric stovetop and oven. The living room has a propane stove for heat and opens to a screened-in porch, which has a dining room table and additional relaxed seating. The porch is the perfect place to sit for meals between activities, play games, read, or build puzzles. Take the stairs up to the loft where the second floor has been sectioned into 3 sleeping areas-2 with queen beds, and 1 with twin bunks. Open the windows to appreciate the sounds of nature and the gentle evening breezes.
From the house, you can walk or drive to all the fun on the property. Time moves slower here and the opportunities for enjoyment are endless. The exclusivity of activities to just the residents and their guests throughout the summer allows for new friendships to be made. During your weeklong stay you will make many memories and it may become your groups annual summer vacation tradition.
Rental Policy:
- No smoking of any kind or fireworks are permitted.
- No events, parties, or large gatherings are permitted.
- Primary guest must sign rental agreement and water waiver prior to their stay. This will be sent to their email on file.
- No pets
CSA Rental and Guest Policy:
- Weekly rentals only. 6-night minimum is required.
- Check-in 3:00 pm Check-out 10:00 am
- CSA office hours Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- CSA Registration is required upon arrival. Costs $41 per person/per week for all guests over 3 years old. Activities are planned a week in advance and posted each Sunday by 4 pm on the porch of the Assembly Building and on their website.
- Vehicle Stickers are required. Costs $20 per car. Max 2 cars.
- Guest tennis at the Woods Court is an additional cost of $5 per day.
- No motorcycles, campers, RVs.
- Yellow bag trash system. Garbage pick-up is on Tuesdays and Fridays on the CSA grounds located at South Shore Drive and M-22. You may purchase the yellow bags required for trash pick-up at the CSA office or Family Fare market in Frankfort. Yellow bags cannot be put out the night before. If you miss trash day you must remove all trash from the property before, checkout.
To help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely to provide all reservations with damage protection. This protection plan costs $49.00 for 1-29 nights, $249.00 for 30-59 nights, then $70.00 for each additional 30-night block. For Airbnb reservations, the initial $49 charge will be added to your reservation at booking and the remaining balance for the damage protection plan will be requested through Airbnb separately after check-in. Links to Safely's complete terms can be found in our email agreement. All reservations are subject to the guest agreement terms, conditions, and fees.
Guest Access:
This property features self-check-in. Check-in is permitted between 3:00 pm -10:00 pm. Guest are responsible for having their check-in instruction before arrival. Check-in instructions are sent after completing our guest check-in form and agreeing to our terms of service. The home's property address will also be sent separately 72 hours prior to check-in.
The Neighborhood:
Crystal Lake Township
Getting Around:
Car recommended.
Other Things to Note:
1 Set of shower towels has been provided per guest. Beach towels are also provided but must be washed, dried, and put away prior to checkout if you choose to use them. Please clean out the lint trap after each use.
Guests are provided with a small amount of the basic essentials including 2 rolls of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 laundry pods, 2 dish pods, a full dish soap dispenser, and full soap dispensers in each bathroom, and basic cleaning supplies. Guests are not to use the host's inventory of bulk supplies left at the property and should be prepared to supply their own as needed for longer stays.
CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS:
•November-April: Set the heat/thermostat to 55 degrees and close the blinds.
•May-October: Shut off everything and close the blinds.
•Strip beds (not mattress pads) and pile all sheets and towels on the floor near the washer. Start a load of towels in the washer. (If applicable.)
•If you used more than 2 shower towels, hand towels, or washcloths per person we ask that you wash, dry, and put the excess away before checking out. (If applicable.)
•Dispose of all food. No food or beverages are to be left inside the property.
•Put all trash in the garbage bin. Trash instructions are noted in your Guest Guide Link. Please take the trash to the road if your stay falls on or within 48 hours of trash day.
•Put patio cushions back. (If applicable.)
•All dishes must be washed, dried, and put away. Dirty dishes may result in a $100 additional guest cleaning fee.
•Turn off all lights.
•Lock the door.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests will have this entire home to themselves. Rental Management One is available to assist via text, phone, or directly through OTA messages. Detailed contact information will be provided with the check-in instructions.

Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community is located in Frankfort. Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Cabin features Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Red Shutters Rustic Cottage CSA Private Community has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 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 Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, 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. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Frankfort has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Frankfort, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.