Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage
Honor, Benzie County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage Come enjoy this shared waterfront cottage on Big 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 wade. A picnic...
Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage Come enjoy this shared waterfront cottage on Big 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 wade. A picnic table and charcoal grill are available on the patio. TV (Spectrum cable) with Roku and games available for entertainment at night or rainy days.The rental/cleaning fee includes all linens (pillows, sheets, blankets, comforters, and bath towels).You will find all you need in the fully equipped kitchen (also provided: dish soap & paper towels, dish towels, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, and basic spices).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).
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
Entertainment
- Games
- Television
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Parasailing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Lake view
- Barbecue grill
- Free WiFi
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Evening entertainment
- TV
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Charcoal grill
- Firepit
- Patio
- Dock
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
- Near a hospital
- On a lake
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 765 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether 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.
Nearby locations
- Platte Lake 1 min walk
- Crystal Lake Golf Club 8 min drive
- Champion Hill Golf Course 8 min drive
- Betsie Valley Trail 11 min drive
- Pinecroft Golf Course 13 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 42 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 12 min drive
- Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill 12 min drive
- Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner 5 min drive
- A. Papano's Pizza Beulah 9 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. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Crystal Lake Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).