Cottage Pisces is located on Platte Lake with 2 bedrooms and one bath with room for 6. One minute walk to private resort beach. Close to kayaking, shopping, restaurants and minutes from Lake Michigan and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake-shore. 30 minutes from Traverse City, 18 minutes from Crystal Mountain, 15 minutes from Frankfort. So much to do and see for the whole family! Close to everything, but far from ordinary. NOTE: I DO NOT ALLOW FISHING TRIPS AT MY COTTAGE! The cottage is intended for families or adult vacations only. Guests are not allowed to bring power boats, PWC, sail boats or RVs while staying at the resort. Boat slips and moorings at the private beach are for owners only. You may bring your own kayaks, canoes and paddle boards. PETS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED!!!! (Bringing a pet will result in a $500 assessment and immediate eviction).
Property manager
Rick L. Williams
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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No fishing trips, expeditions..etc. This is a family or adult vacation cottage only.
NO Boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, or Personal Water Craft.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Honor
Located in Honor, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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.
Honor, MI
What's nearby
Platte Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Crystal Lake Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
Betsie Valley Trail - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
Pinecroft Golf Course - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - 6 min drive
Hill Top Soda Shoppe - 13 min drive
Cherry Hut - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "Cottage Pisces, It's all about the water!" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at "Cottage Pisces, It's all about the water!"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Cottage Pisces, It's all about the water!"?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Cottage Pisces, It's all about the water!" located?
Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cottage in Honor is situated in the mountains, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Platte Lake, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Lake Michigan and Champion Hill Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The Cottage Pisces was a perfect getaway for my friend and I. It is located in a great location for the places we wanted to visit. The cottage is updated and had everything we needed. It was clean and well supplied as well. We will definitely be back to stay at this wonderful gem.
Such a totaling charming cottage. With just the two of us we had plenty of room. Everything was well stocked with little notes of guidance. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
My son, myself and my twin grandsons just completed a week at the cottage. The location was absolutely perfect Central to everything. The cottage is very well appointed with everything that we needed. Rick and Beth have thought of everything even wireless chargers and multiple USB charging outlets. The ceiling fans work very well, have timers and remote controls. The cottage was very comfortable and very inviting. We highly recommend a stay here if you want to do a Michigan vacation. Some some great spots to visit with kids are, of course the dunes, we rented bikes and rode the Heritage Trail, we kayak down the Platte river, took the ferry to South Manitou Island and even spent a rainy day at the Cognition Center and a few museums.
This property met every need and want. We felt so welcomed and enjoyed every minute of our stay! We will definitely come again if given the chance. Thank yoy for a lovely home away from home!
Our family found this to be the perfect fit for our getaway in Michigan. The location was great to visit the dunes, swim in the lake and explore the area. It was small space, but optimized very nicely and accommodated our family very well. They did a great job of providing all the things you need and we would gladly return!
Very clean and convenient location. Easy to book and great response from Rick. Close to Platte Lake which is extremely clean and sandy. House has great features and added little touches like clothes racks and coffee and creamer. Priced fairly for location to Lake MI, Sleeping Bear Dunes, etc.
We stayed at Cottage Pisces for a long weekend and it was everything we needed. Our days were spent exploring the area and it was nice to come back to a relaxing cottage in the evenings. Everything is within an hour of driving or less. Plenty of things to do in the area if you enjoy being outdoors. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.
This cute cabin was just right for our "family adventure"!!! (I refuse to call them vacations when children are involved. ;-)) Had everything we needed, including comfortable beds. The owner was great to communicate with and made checking in and out very easy.
The private access to Platte Lake was amazing! The cabin is also centrally located to many of the area's other public beaches. Our favorite was Empire Beach...definitely recommend especially if you are coming with kids! Papa J's just down the road has amazing pizza and fun atmosphere.
We loved our stay at Cottage Pisces which is located near a multitude of outdoor activities. We biked the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail and did multiple beautiful hikes in the sleeping bear dunes national park. We also kayaked the Platte river. (You can put it right at the cottage and paddle all the way to the lake shore!). There are many great beaches in the area. (Platte beach closest to the cottage is great but Empire and Glen Haven were also really nice. The cottage was very well equipped, and we were not wanting for anything. The beds were very comfortable and our son loved sleeping in the bunk beds. I saw one review saying the bunk beds were small, but we did not find that to be the case, the lower bunks could easily fit an adult.
The hosts were great and quick to respond the few times we had questions. Would recommend and stay here again. Thanks!
Cabin was perfect for our family. The kids loved the beach and playground. Location was extremely close to so many activities! We would definitely stay here again.
Our family and my parents stayed at cottage Pisces for 4 nights this June and had a wonderful time. The cottage is just right for an “up north” adventure and is in a fantastic location. The kids loved the grounds and it was fun to take a quick stroll to the beach. The water is very shallow for 30+ yards off the shore, so we enjoyed allowing them to play with no fear of them getting out of their depth. They also liked to play together on the play set. Richard and his wife did a wonderful job of thinking of and providing all the little things you may need. We felt comfortable and at home and had a wonderful time. Just a bit up the road is the trading post (walking distance) where you can find some snacks but also make arrangements for tubing or kayaking down the Platte River. The cottage is about 20 min from Frankfort, which has a lovely downtown and views of Lake Michigan and the lighthouse. Betsie Point is a similar distance and also had a beautiful light house. If you have little ones, there is an Alpaca farm not more than 20 minutes as well as Glen Frostic’s studio, which is worth a visit.
We highly recommend cottage Pisces and are hopeful to return again soon!
We enjoyed a wonderful girls getaway here! The weather was PERFECT and the water was AMAZING!!
This cottage is super close to so many things to check out- which we did!
Neighbors were great, very quiet at night. Cottage has everything you will need! Just bring your sense of fun!
Highly recommend!!
Our blended family of 6, ranging in ages from 10, 12, 17 & 23 enjoyed staying at Cottage Pisces. The older ones fit well on the bottom bunks and the younger ones stayed on the top bunks! Everything was very clean, nicely decorated and the essentials were well stocked!
We enjoyed meeting others at the resort and everyone was so friendly.
The shared beach was peaceful to watch the sunset or to just sit under the stars!
The firepit was perfect for making smores!
It is conveniently located to many fun things to do! We would stay here again!
Spotlessly clean, nicely decorated, well-appointed!
Comfortable beds, nice and bright rooms with large, well-functioning windows, ceiling fans in bedrooms and living area.
The “closet” systems of shelving and racks are so handy, and much nicer than a dark closet!
Pisces cottage is the first unit off the road, in a sweet little kind of retro style resort, but still quiet and a little off the beaten path.
The shared beach area isn’t large, but was never crowded when we were there. Nice chairs provided, and a nice fire ring area and dock.
Contactless checking in and out, and Hosts were always available with the info we needed at the right times, and very personable. We would stay here again!
Nice property for family with small children. The condo would be tight for full grown children. Beautiful lake in Northern Michigan with breathtaking views from the beach. However it is truly northern and there is swimmers itch and some bugs to deal with. Great location for many options for day trips.
What was not to love about this quaint yet practical cabin?! Communication with the owner was perfect, he was very quick to answer questions before and during our stay. The cabin was better than we expected. Very clean and enough space for our family of 4. It was equipped with everything you need including some spices and coffee. The air conditioner had a sight hiccup, but never stopped working for us. The owner Rick was quick to troubleshoot the issue and everything was fine. The check-in/check-out process was easy. Our kids (11 & 8) enjoyed swimming in the clear water lake, my husband loved fishing from the kayak in the evening on the south end of the lake and I the peaceful atmosphere. We kayaked, biked and hiked in the local towns during our stay. The cabin is close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, multiple lakes & rivers and bike trails. Our family loved that we were able to kayak from Platte Lake to Lake Michigan. If you do this with your own kayaks, your going to need to make sure you have transportation back or you can rent kayaks or river tubes from one of the many local rental companies near by. We will definitely be back year after year!
Great place to stay has everything you need to enjoy a nice weekend getaway. Definitely will be coming back.
Adam B.
About the host
Hosted by Rick L. Williams
I am a business owner in West Michigan who has flipped homes and owns several rental properties. My partner, Beth is a social worker and mother.
Why they chose this property
We stayed at the property summer 2020, fell in love with it, and bought it from the owners!
What makes this property unique
This cottage is in the perfect place. Minutes from kayaking, Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Wine Tours, Dining, Shopping, Beaches, Rivers, Casinos, sightseeing, grocery stores. There is so much to do, one week will not be enough time! You will want to come back every year!