Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage!

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Honor, MI

Platte Lake
1 min walk
Champion Hill Golf Course
8 min drive
Crystal Lake Golf Club
8 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Come enjoy this adorable shared waterfront cottage on Platte Lake!
This well-maintained cottage can serve as a great home-base for your vacation, or as your little "peace" of paradise for the week!
Enjoy swimming from the beach or soak in the sun on the dock. The water in front of the property is shallow and perfect for the kids, or those who want to "ease their way in". A picnic table is available just off the deck for outdoor meals, and there are lots of games and movies for evening or rainy weather fun. TV, DVD player, wifi, and bluetooth speaker available for electronic entertainment.
The rental/cleaning fee includes all linens (pillows, sheets, blankets, down comforters, and bath towels).
You will find all you need in the fully equipped kitchen (also provided: dish soap & towels, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, and basic spices).
Gas grill available on deck.
Shared beach, dock, and fire pit (wood provided).
Please bring your own beach towels and water/beach toys.
Platte Lake is an all sports 2,500 acre lake with small mouth bass, pike, walleye and pan fish. The Platte River is just around the corner and is ideal for kayaking and stream fishing.
Area attractions include: Sleeping Bear Dunes (20 minutes), Frankfort (20 minutes), Traverse City (40 minutes), Crystal Mountain for golfing or alpine slide (20 minutes), and Cherry Bowl Drive-In (less than 5 minutes). In addition, lots of Lake Michigan beaches, hiking, shopping, antiquing, and exploring the great local towns (Frankfort, Beulah, Empire, and Glen Arbor).

Property manager

Melissa L.

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Lake view

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

About the area

Honor

Located in Honor, this cottage is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Crystal Mountain. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Honor, MI

What's nearby

Platte Lake - 1 min walk
Champion Hill Golf Course - 8 min drive
Crystal Lake Golf Club - 8 min drive
Betsie Valley Trail - 11 min drive
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬5 min drive
‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬12 min drive
‪Cherry Hut - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Platte Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Champion Hill Golf Course. Crystal Lake Golf Club and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

13 July 2024

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

Lakefront relaxation

The property is neat and clean with the water's edge just a few steps away. The cottage is small (as advertised) but that is part of the charm and has everything you need for a couple or small family. Besides, you are on the lake and should be outside enjoying the view or the nearby beaches, restaurants, etc. We rented this place because of its proximity to Frankfort Beach which is one of our favorites. The neighbors are friendly and it is a nice quiet place to relax at the end of the day. This was our first time here but we would definitely do it again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

24 June 2024

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

Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage

Very accommodating cottage for me and my daughter to use as our headquarters for a couple of days of adventures.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina B.

22 June 2024

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

Great stay

The property was great for our family of 4. We loved the views of the lake and location of the property. Would totally stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

21 June 2024

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

Nice views off Platte Lake

The stay was easy and the views were good. The cottage is smaller as advertised but was comfortable, cozy, and never felt tight. The waterfront views were amazing. This is the perfect place for a couple (or small family in our case) to experience this part of Michigan at your own pace.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dacquiri B.

17 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful Little Cabin - Million dollar view!

Super cute and clean cabin. The views were gorgeous. Thank you for a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

8 Oct 2023

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

Fall Getaway

Very nice, clean, quiet place to stay. Beautiful view of the lake and cozy atmosphere.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

17 Sept 2023

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

Cozy Cottage

Wonderful area. Cottage was thoughtfully setup. Right on the water of a beautiful, mostly calm, sandy bottom lake. Plenty to do in the area...we choose to do very little and peace prevailed. May well do it again soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

10 Sept 2023

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

Cozy cottage with a great view

Great location to explore the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Cottage is in a quiet and peaceful setting with a good choice of local eateries. Don’t forget to pick up a cherry pie at the Cherry Hut restaurant in Beulah.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken V.

28 June 2023

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

Awesome

Very relaxing

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY C.

26 June 2023

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

Great stay!

The place was clean, cute, and comfortable. Would totally go back. Water is crystal clear. Has everything you should need. Highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

23 June 2023

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

Girls getaway

Cute little cottage on a beautiful lake. Great proximity for tubing on the Platte River, Frankfort and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Very clean and host was helpful and easy to work with. Would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna C.

18 June 2023

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

Michigan Trip

Had a great weekend trip! Very convenient location and awesome property! Lake was super clear and property was spotless! Melissa was there for our every need!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody A.

10 June 2023

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

Cozy waterfront cabin

My husband and I rented this cozy cabin on Big Platte Lake. It was close to Sleeping Bear Dunes which we visited on one day of our stay. The second day was spent in our small boat fishing on the lake. The cabin is the closest of 6 to the water with beautiful sunsets. It has a well-stocked kitchen, an outdoor gas grill, movies and games to enjoy in the evening. I enjoyed reading a large supply of travel magazines. Melissa was easy to communicate with and a friendly host. We would definitely rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

9 Oct 2022

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

Family glamping!

Loved the cabin. Location and view was amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

George R., Davison

2 Oct 2022

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

Great little cabin

Beautiful views from this cozy little cabin. My wife and daughter must have said, “it’s so cute!” 100 times during our stay. Very clean. Beds were very comfortable. Just a great little place!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hailey P.

12 Sept 2022

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

Quaint and perfect

We rented this property for Ironman race weekend. It was right in front of the water and easy to get to the dock to swim. The area was quiet and we had a nice view of the sunset. The sleeping arrangements were comfortable and it was just the right size for our family of 3. Melissa was very responsive if we had any questions!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Melinda S.

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

8845 Deadstream Rd.

The cottage was clean and had great supplies of kitchen and linen items. Parking is a problem if all the cabins in the group are occupied for anyone with a boat and truck and trailer. The tandem parking area is misleading. Great sunset views and a nice little beach area is available.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

3 July 2022

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

Great location for relaxation and exploration

This cottage was perfect for my family of four. We arrived to a very clean and tidy space that was exactly as described. The cottage is small but we never felt cramped. We spent a lot of our time on the deck that faces the lake, eating at the picnic table and watching the sunset from the dock. Their are shared common areas with the other cottages but everyiwas friendly and respectful of quiet hours. The location was very convenient to explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the surrounding lake towns. We all very much enjoyed our time here.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

22 Aug 2021

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

Lovey little waterfront cottage

This cottage was just perfect for our stay. It was furnished with everything that you could need. I enjoyed many evening sunsets from the deck and listening to the waves lap the sandy beach. This cottage shares the beach front and community property. Communication with the owner was effortless. She is very responsive. We didn't have any issues during our stay!

Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Lori W.

31 July 2021

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Too small for four

The cabin was too small to comfortably accommodate four people. It should be listed to accommodate two. We had to leave our vacation early because of the tight quarters. The rental contact would not offer a partial refund. Furthermore, there was swimmers itch in the lake which we weren’t told about until it was too late to find a new place to go.

10/10 Excellent

Deryl J.

25 July 2021

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

Pleasant, quiet and close to family camping nearby. Sleeping Bear Dunes activities were great fun.

Certainly will rent this property again. Convenient to the SBD activities and our families regular camp ground. Pleasant cottage with nice sunsets.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

17 July 2021

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

Summer vacation

We had a wonderful time here ! The house was nice and clean! Would love to return sometime!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

3 July 2021

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

Lake Getaway

The property is as advertised a small cottage with lake front views and close to the sleeping bear dune area. The owner was responsive to communication and quickly dealt with one small issue we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 June 2021

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

Loved the screened porch

When the weather was too windy or rainy to enjoy on the adirondack chairs, the screened porch was a lovely place to read.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert J., South Lyon Mi

7 Dec 2020

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

Guys weekend

Hassle free. Everything was clean and in good condition. No issues. Beautiful area, very quiet this time of year and convenient to Frankfort and sleeping Bear.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020