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A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan!

Enjoy the sunrise each morning at this comfortable family cottage, located at the west end of Big Platte Lake with 100' of sunny, sandy beach front. Located down a beautiful, private wooded road - away from all traffic and noise.

Lake gradually deepens, so there is plenty of shallow water for safe play. Very special location - at the end of a private cul-de-sac backed by beautiful woods.

Cottage has brand new kitchen and has an open dining/living room floor plan great for family gatherings. Kitchen is fully equipped to cook for your party! There is charcoal grill for any outdoor cooking you might have!

This cottage is lovingly family-owned and maintained. In 2021 we completely replaced the kitchen. The cottage is comfortable and clean, but the star of this property is its location and private frontage on Platte Lake. Arguably the best spot on the lake!

* Pontoon is family owned and is not available for use or rent. * Additional pet fee of $100 per pet.

Property manager

Kristin Sullivan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jomo's Ice Cream - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza Beulah - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Honor cottage is steps from Platte Lake and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Old Indian Trail and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are also within 6 mi (10 km).

A perfect Fall escape in Northern Michigan! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edmund M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fred
For price of renting bedrooms shd b nicer. No place to put clothes BR furniture a disaster. Bathrooms need to be cleaner and rugs in BR are really bad. Did not see one fire detector or carbon monoxide detector. Location fabulous, overall place ok not great. A bear came into yard and and a raccoon was able to enter through the disastrous windows.Laundry facility not great. Again for the price they are getting there are areas that need a lot of work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
We had a great time at Platte Lake! This is the third time we have stayed at this cottage. It is close to the dunes and tubing/kayaking down the Platte River. We went to Frankfort for ice cream and to watch the sunset.(Such a cute little town!) We discovered Point Betsie beach on Lake Michigan and went rock hunting. All of this is within a 15 min drive. The cottage was clean with some new updates and has a sweet charm. The lake is shallow in front of the cottage (and warm the week we were there) and great for families with young ones. We would recommend highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary Lou C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Michigan family vacation
Pros: Beautiful location, great beach and lake, perfect for children, great neighbors, kitchen updated and well stocked with dishes, etc. Good shower with plenty of hot water Cons: Cottage is old, could be cleaner, well water undrinkable and yellow, washer and dryer ruined some of our clothing, hot water is scalding so be careful little ones don’t get burned
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Relaxing
Large lot with a beautiful view. Quiet spot. Had a new kitchen and large living area. Spent most of our time sight seeing but enjoyed coming back to the cottage to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location and house
Great location, very quiet and peaceful. We can tell it would be fun in the warmer months to use the waterfront. Overall great place, it is apparent through the historical photos that improvements have been done over the years and a lot of memories are made here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd year staying in this home
Beautiful location on Platte lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vickie B., Trenton MI

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was clean but looked like it needed a little love
Very good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect fishing trip
My friends and I rented the house for a birthday fishing trip weekend. The house was clean, comfortable and just what we needed! Close to the fishing sites, able to bring our own boats to fish the lake or do some kayaking. We met the owners the last morning of our stay and they were super friendly. Would highly recommend and will be looking to book again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Carrie G.

Peaceful place
Quiet place at the end of a quiet private road. Beautiful lake views. Liked the very clean screened gazebo with plenty of comfy chairs to relax in as you view the lake. Lots of room to play on the lawn by the lake. Has a sandy beach. Plenty of chairs on the deck and by large fire pit. New kitchen is very nice. Not much lighting though. Could use more updating in the house, especially in bedrooms, but overall, a positive experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Our 2nd Time
Great location and updated kitchen now. House is great for families and young kids. Beach is great for digging and playing and water is shallow . Will be going again next yr.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Rental
You wont find a more accommodating property owner to deal with than Gina. Cottage is comfortable and in a nice location with beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly Great
I really enjoyed staying here. It has a very cozy vibe with some cool mid-century touches. I appreciate that this is a family home and liked seeing the family photos and mementos. There were definitely some things that could have used freshening up but none of that really bothered us at all as we are fairly laid-back people. The beds and furniture were comfy, and really as long as I can relax and sleep comfortably, I’m good. Only a few small things I think could be improved: We couldn’t get the dishwasher working and hand washing dishes is not my favorite thing to do on vacation . The sponge provided to wash dishes was quite old and unappealing. There were no toiletries provided, which wasn’t something we needed but are used to seeing at VRBO properties. A set of newer towels for guests would be appreciated, as well as some basic toiletries as I have come to expect that from VRBO rentals even if I don’t usually use them. Again, these are all pretty minor issues and were easily overcome by the wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bradley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax on the water
Want an escape? This is the perfect place to put your feet up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

wally g.

Family Tradition
It was fun to be in a home that has raised several generations of family. Wish we could have been there then. Booking process very graceful. Property was what was expected. Great location. In house resources, cooking, heating, towels, etc. are all there. Attention is needed with cleaning, paid a premium price for cleaning services, but there was plenty of leftover dust to share. The mold mildew odors are always present. Tried to open BR windows for fresh air, but they would not open. Fire Marshall might like to know that. Patching holes on walls and a coat of paint would better justify the price point charged.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beachfront
The cottage is open and well-kept. Lots of windows, all of which can be opened, which makes for very pleasant cross-ventilation. The kitchen is very well furnished and well organized. There are even labels on the drawers telling you what's in them. The beachfront is beautiful. The yard is mostly lawn, but there are trees scattered about, and also lawn furniture. There's even a screened-in gazebo. The lawn fades to sand near the lake. The lake bottom is all sand, even right next to the shore. It gets deeper very gradually, so you have to walk out about 100 feet (the end of the dock) for an adult to have room to swim. The wind is usually off-shore, so the shorefront is usually quite calm, even on days when the prevailing wind is quite strong. The lake itself is also beautiful, surrounded on all sides by heavily wooded small hills. Just the spot for a very relaxing getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K., New Boston MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at the lake
Situated on a beautiful beach. Prevailing wind is blocked by trees. Plenty of sun or shade depending on your preference. As always a week on Platte Lake is just relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and lake access
The best part of this property by far is the lake access. There was a nice sandy bottom, and the kids (10, 12 and 13) were all able to walk out in the water to the end of the very long dock without the water getting too high on them. The house does have a few canoes but we brought our own kayaks and kayaked out to Lake Michigan. Location is great with the house being less than a half hour away from Sleeping Bear Dunes and Crystal Mountain, and less than an hour away from Traverse City. The owner, Gina, was quick to respond to any questions and easy to work with. There were a few things in the actual house that could use some attention, like missing ceiling tiles in one bedroom and a missing light fixture in another, but none of this impacted our stay. Overall, if we ever decide to take another trip out that way, we would stay here again. Thanks for sharing your family home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Location
You can not beat the location. True up North vibe and feeling. I chose the cottage as it was perfect for my family and I didn't have to worry about tip toeing the family around it. It is adequate for all things. The lake is perfect. Sandy shore, super sandy lake access. Great for paddle boarding and kayaking. Great fireplace and fully stocked with everything you need. Highly recommend for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Rental
Property manager is the most responsive I have seen on HomeAway rentals. Gets back to you within hours, not days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We LOVED this hidden treasure at the end of the road, set perfectly on the lake!
This cottage was super easy to rent and with the weather as perfect as we were blessed with, we spent all our time on the porch and beach! The location is central to so many day trips it couldn’t have been any better! Thank you for helping us make more family memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rene L., Ashland, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Great quiet location and charming cottage! We loved being on the lake during the day and using the fire pit in the evening. It was just what our family needed! And thank you Gina for always responding quickly to my questions!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation cottage
Truly a slice of heaven. My family really enjoyed the Tocco cottage. The cottage was amazing. Everything we needed was there,the beds were very comfortable. The location is perfect. The beach and lake were wonderful,we kayaked the lake and river. Just a perfect vacation cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019