Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes!
Honor, Benzie County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! Catch the sunrise to start your day and the sunset late in the evening from multiple furnished decks overlooking Big Platte Lake - dazzling water views from the living room, dining room, and kitchen.Our private waterfront is bathed by crystal clear water. It is an ideal water-playground for children because of an exten...
Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! Catch the sunrise to start your day and the sunset late in the evening from multiple furnished decks overlooking Big Platte Lake - dazzling water views from the living room, dining room, and kitchen.Our private waterfront is bathed by crystal clear water. It is an ideal water-playground for children because of an extensive shallow area (300 feet); perfect for frolicking, wading, Frisbee, and floating, with deeper water farther out for swimming, kayaking, jet-skiing, water-skiing, fishing, and canoeing. A Soft, mint-leaf lawn for volleyball or other barefoot adventures waits at the shoreline, and a flower-garden with a dizzying assortment of fragrant lilies separates the cottage from the guest house. Our 500-foot driveway is lined with magnificent birch, maple and oak trees, lending a feeling of quiet seclusion to the property. The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be reached in less than five minutes by foot - we are just outside the edge of the parkSome of the most beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan are just a five minute drive (ten minute bike ride) from the house. Alternatively, you could board our canoe or kayaks on our private waterfront, wind your way down the Platte River, and emerge two glorious hours later in the splendor of Lake Michigan.Both the cottage and guest house were custom built in the mid-1990’s. The design concept was to allow light reflecting off of the lake to fill the structures with natural light. Open floor plans, skylights and huge windows make artificial lighting completely unnecessary during daylight hours. On clear, moon-lit nights, the glitter from Platte Lake throws an ethereal blue light throughout the cottage. The cottage living room, dining area, and kitchen are one open area, making it possible for big families to spread out while still inhabiting the same space. The guest house interior is also one open space with a sleeping area, a sitting area, and a TV-nook.Beautifully furnished, Grand Piano, Wireless High-speed Internet, Cordless Phone, Cable TV (36 inch Flat-Screen + DVD in Cottage, 40 inch LCD TV + VCR in Guest House), Stereo, CD Player, Boom box, , DVD Collection, Full Kitchen, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, KitchenAid Toaster, Gas Range, KitchenAid Mixer, Cuisinart Food Processor, Cuisinart Waffle Iron, 12 attractive place settings, Calphalon cookware, culinary gadgets of all kinds, 100% Egyptian Cotton Linens provided, Portable Crib, High Chair, baby bath, baby swing, baby buggy, Washer, Dryer, Charcoal Grill (BBQ), Fine Patio Furniture, Waterfront Fire pit, Bicycles (2), Water Floats (2), Boat Mooring, 2 brand new Perception kayaks, 17-foot Grumman canoe, paddles, life vests, Private Paved Parking area accommodates several cars, boats, trailers, and campers, 2-car garage, No Smoking.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Bicycles
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Scuba diving
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Parasailing
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Beach view
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
- German
Beach
- On the beach
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Highchair
- Children's games
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Stereo
- Video library
- DVD player
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 3 pets total
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- On a lake
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Water sports equipment
- Casino nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- Bicycles
- Unit size: 1,500 square feet
- Garden
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)
Families love it for
- Kitchen, playground, on the beach, near the beach
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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: prior approval required
- 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 beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Platte Lake 1 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 8 min drive
- Crystal Lake Golf Club 13 min drive
- Betsie Valley Trail 16 min drive
- Point Betsie Lighthouse 17 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner 11 min drive
- Cherry Hut 15 min drive
- A. Papano's Pizza Beulah 15 min drive
- Jomo's Ice Cream 12 min drive
- Platte River Inn 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Honor cottage is steps from Platte Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Old Indian Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).