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The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings

Family-friendly holiday home in Frankenmuth with a water park

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Dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Interior
Terrace/patio
Gather your favorite people in Frankenmuth's Brownstone Haus, a lovingly restored 1916 American foursquare home. Enjoy morning coffee on the cozy front porch, evening fires under twinkling lights on the private back patio, and quality time around the large gathering table in our grand dining room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112713 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

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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.

The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings

Location, Location, Location. Gather your favorite people, make yourself at home, and create lasting memories in the Brownstone Haus, the ideal location for your special celebration.
Experience the elegance and charm of this lovingly restored 1916 American foursquare home, one of Frankenmuth's top-rated lodging destinations. Wake up in the morning and enjoy a cup of coffee on our cozy front porch while you watch horse-drawn carriages go by. Then, in the evening, relax under twinkling string lights next to a warm fire on our private back patio. Prepare your favorite meal in the fully equipped kitchen, then invite your guests to share quality time around the large gathering table in our grand dining room. Your guests will enjoy themselves in the rec room with a billiards table and comfortable seating. And when it is time to unwind, with a living room on each level, there is plenty of space to spread out and rest.
We are proud of our stellar reviews and 5-star VRBO rating. Guests rave about the thoughtful touches contributing to our cozy atmosphere, meticulously manicured lawn, and breathtaking garden. Our picturesque grounds are an ideal backdrop for capturing photos you will cherish forever.
With a nearby Holiday Inn that can accommodate your out-of-town guests, and Frankenmuth’s most delightful shops, restaurants, and local attractions just a 5-minute stroll from our peaceful, residential location, the Brownstone Haus is a convenient home base for all your festivities.
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE—Host Your Next Event at The Brownstone Haus
This beautifully designed, private indoor space features wood vaulted ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and a custom-made 8-foot indoor bar. Opening to the lovely back garden and patio, the addition of the Carriage House creates the perfect venue for gathering with your favorite people. When you include the Carriage House in your rental, The Brownstone Haus’ grounds will accommodate your intimate gathering of up to 50 people.
For the ultimate wedding weekend experience, host everything from your welcome party to your wedding ceremony and reception to your morning-after brunch in one convenient place. Our dressing room is perfect for pre-wedding preparations, and the beautiful garden trellis provides a stunningly romantic, outdoor ceremony site. Upon request, we have a list of vendors we are confident in recommending for your special day.
If you need to cancel your event, please know that some fees are non-refundable. Be sure to ask about event pricing and availability before booking.
Whether you are celebrating a wedding weekend, a girls' getaway, or a family vacation, the fully furnished Brownstone Haus has everything you will need. We offer discounts on extended stays, so book yours today and begin making unforgettable memories with your loved ones.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not 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

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,713 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a Pack N Play and Booster seat/High Chair.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please discuss events prior to booking.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Please discuss events prior to booking.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Frankenmuth, MI

What's nearby

  • River Place Shops - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Fortress Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Frankenmuth Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Julians Winery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zehnder's of Frankenmuth - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bavarian Inn Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zehnder's Marketplace - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ratskeller at Bavarian Inn Lodge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Frankenmuth Cheese Haus - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of River Place Shops and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. The Fortress Golf Course and Frankenmuth Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Historic Brownstone Haus, A Downtown location for Unforgettable Gatherings Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 262 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brownstone Haus

We had a wonderful time staying at this house. We really enjoyed the porches and the basement.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bridal Bachelorette

The stay was absolutely wonderful. We loved the warm and tastefully decorated historic home and had a great time. The home was clean and had everything we needed to make this bachlorette weekend special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Beautiful historic home, thoughtful accommodations, will return for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Weekend at the Brownstone Haus

We had a fantastic weekend at the Brownstone Haus, enjoying all the Christmas festivities in Frankenmuth. Amazing house with room for 10 plus!! The house was decorated beautifully for Christmas!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great house!

Sharon was a great host, great communication throughout our stay. The house is beautiful and we appreciated all the little touches like our welcome basket and the fully stocked kitchen. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls annual getaway

The house is lovely, and has every amenity!.. it is also right in the center of all the activities in town. We have come back to this house for several years, and will continue to do so .. Sharon is a very thorough manager, and very easy to work with. I highly recommend this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing house. The town was great. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place for a Girls Weekend in Frankenmuth

Fabulous house! The attention to detail and comfort you could imagine. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place in Frankenmuth

Beautiful home! Perfect location! Best Host!!! Sharon is fantastic! Thank you for a fabulous time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Frankenmuth AutoFest 2023

Have stayed at this property previously, review is simple….. out of the many Vrbo rentals we’ve had around the country, this one is the best. If it’s available for your requested dates, don’t think twice, just book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!!

This house is beautiful! Perfect inside and out. The house is amazing, clean, comfortable and well stocked. Beautifully landscaped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W., Southgate

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Beer Expo Weekend

Our annual stay a the Brownstone Haus was as memorable as ever. Always something new to see as the owners take great care in the property. Sharon is a terrific host and is so easy and pleasant to work with. Recommend to anyone looking for a nice place to relax in Frankenmuth Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James & Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WONDERFUL!!

Charming! Super clean! Ideal location for easy & quick walk to restaurants & shops. The manicured beautiful yard provides a nice background for pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing venue

This is a beautiful historic home with modern upgrades and any amenity you can think of. The home is stunning and was the perfect place for our daughter to get ready for her wedding. The carriage house & yard were amazing for our wedding welcome party and bridal party photos. Sharon is an amazing host and has thought of everything to make your stay special and worry free. Literally the nicest, most equipped VRBO I’ve ever rented. Thank you for making our daughters wedding weekend so special!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T., Chesterland ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Beautiful house . Beds comfortable. Kitchen is perfect . House is immaculate . Location was great . We walked everywhere . The yard was pristine with beautiful well kept plants . Thank you Sharon for your touches with detail. We will be back . Tammy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best venue for a small wedding

We got married on the Bavarian belle riverboat and had our reception at the Brownstone haus. Everything about the house was perfect. If you are looking to have a small relaxed wedding, I highly recommend you have it here. Everything was walking distance from the house. My husband and his family actually walked from the house to the boat on our wedding day. The house itself was so comfortable to me. I have really bad anxiety and this house made me feel so calm. The vibes/energy in the house is great. Sharon the owner was great to work with as well. She was always just a text away if I needed anything. I have nothing bad to say about this house, all of my wedding guests, hair and makeup lady and photographers raved about how perfect this house was set up. Book it you won’t regret it :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We were with other family helping clean out my parentsʻ house. The Historic Brownstone Haus was a greta retreat at the end of some very dusty days. Well equipped and comfortable, inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kryss S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay

This is our fifth time at the Brownstone Haus. Lovely, spacious, comfortable home in easy walking distance of all the sights. Kind, communicative hosts. We love it here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day Weekend

Our trip was perfect. We were a group of 6, and the sleeping and accommodations were perfect for us (two couples and two singles). Everything was as described in the VRBO listing.Some in our group golfed Sunday and Monday, and the location was unbelievable, we just gathered our clubs and walked across the street to the Fortress. We grilled steaks our first night, and ate in town our other two nights. The house was well appointed for all of our cooking and other needs. The pool table was a nice touch.We were also lucky to have the balloon festival and dog competitions happening, which gave the non golfers much to do during the day, and the entire group enjoyed the balloons each afternoon. The house was a short 5 minute walk to the festivities and the main drag of Frankenmuth (River Place shops, etc.).We were thrilled with the location for the fireworks, which we enjoyed from the front porch.Our host (Sharon) was great - she sent check in/out instructions, and texted with me a bit as I had a couple of questions for her about the property. She responded quickly and helped with our inquiries. We would definitely return for another visit to Frankenmuth. I can’t imagine staying elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delaney W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 stay!

This house was adorable, continently located, spacious, and had so many great amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty, amenities, convenience

My husband and I, our two children and their spouses, and our four grandchildren (12, 11, 8, 3) fit very comfortably into this charming historic home. We were there for 2 nights over spring break. We especially enjoyed the huge dining room table that provided plenty of room for the family to play games and do activities. Also, it is very convenient - very walkable - to downtown and the Waterpark we took the children to, and to Bronners Christmas World. The owners were very responsive and they were the first to notify I that we left some items - and then to send them to us!! We will definitely stay there again on a future visit to Frankenmuth.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raq

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Party Weekend

My husband and I have many family and friends who stood in our wedding party that live 6 hours away. We wanted to spend our wedding weekend soaking up as much time as possible with these important people. The Brownstone Haus made that possible. The Haus was filled with love, laughter, and many memories were made. The Brownstone accommodated all of us and could not have been a more perfect space for all of us to to enjoy each other's company. It served as a fantastic getting ready space for the morning of the wedding with the bride tribe. The groomsmen came to the house later and captured some amazing photos with the pool table and in the Carriage House. I highly recommend booking this house for any reason. It's a beautiful space that can easily meet the needs of both small and large groups of people any time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend in Frankenmuth

House was great. Comfortable while maintaining the ambiance of a 100 year old home. Updated kitchen was fully equipped. Basement Lots of space which accommodated gathering together or finding a quiet spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Another wonderful thanksgiving tradition at the Brownstone Haus
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ken Michelle Autofest

Not gonna get all flowery here, suffice to say that this is the fifth time we've rented this property, probably our favorite of all the VRBOs we rent - several per year. There's just nothing missing in this rental!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024