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Investment Highlights

  • Rare turnkey hospitality opportunity with an established client base.
  • Nine upgraded guest units plus a single-family residence including a studio apartment.
  • Picturesque setting featuring a creek, gazebo, and outdoor recreational spaces.
  • Prime location along M-22 Scenic Drive, steps from Lake Michigan and downtown Frankfort.
  • Notable recent capital improvements: updated HVAC systems, roof, bathrooms, and infrastructure enhancements.
  • Expansion potential for additional guest accommodations or on-site experiences.

Executive Summary

Discover a rare chance to own a family-run motel and home just steps from downtown Frankfort and the Lake Michigan shoreline. This well-established business has been lovingly maintained by the original owners and boasts a loyal client base of repeat guests who return year after year. The picturesque grounds feature a charming creek, gazebo, and picnic area—perfect for relaxation and outdoor gatherings. Directly across the street lies the scenic Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail, offering easy access to both Frankfort and Elberta’s shops, restaurants, theater, library, public boat launch and the stunning beaches of Lake Michigan. The motel includes 9 guest rooms including 4 rooms with two full beds, 2 rooms with three full beds and 3 rooms with queen beds. There is also potential to create additional guest accommodations or reconfigure the layout to fit a new vision. The owner’s home doubles as the check-in area and includes a comfortable single-family residence with a studio apartment on the second level, ideal for guest lodging or long-term rental income. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind include new heating/cooling units, beds, carpeting, and updated bathrooms in every room. A new roof, sealed driveway, underground electric, and new gas lines for the motel. The home has new windows, roof and the start of renovations to finish off more living space. This property presents endless possibilities—expand the motel, transform it into a charming Bed & Breakfast, add an event venue, or create additional guest accommodations. Situated along the iconic M-22 Scenic Drive, this location is unbeatable—just minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Crystal Lake, world-class trout streams, and endless hiking and biking trails. Guests can enjoy the best of northern Michigan right outside their door. A rare turnkey opportunity to own a thriving hospitality business in one of Michigan’s most beloved destinations.

Property Facts

Price $1,561,890 CAD
Price Per Room $173,543 CAD
Sale Type Investment
Property Type Hospitality
Property Subtype Hotel
Building Class C
Lot Size 1.33 AC
Building Size 4,033 SF
No. Rooms 9
No. Stories 2
Year Built 1989
Parking Ratio 1.08/1,000 SF
Corridor Exterior
Zoning C - Commercial Zoned District

Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Patio
  • Public Access Wifi
  • Smoke-Free

Room Mix Information

Description No. Rooms Daily Rate SF
Suite 1 $322.32 CAD -
Guest Room 8 $204.47 CAD -
Somewhat walkable
20/100
Exceptionally drivable
100/100
Somewhat bikeable
30/100

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Numbers
Multiple
  • 51-030-027-00
  • 05-001-461-00
Land Assessment
$0 CAD
Improvements Assessment
$0 CAD
Total Assessment
$248,441 CAD
  • Listing ID: 40621388

  • Date on Market: 2026-05-21

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 519 Lake St, Frankfort, MI 49635

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