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Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes

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A lakeside property with a dining area, outdoor furniture, and a house with a balcony.
A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a large window overlooking a deck.
A hot tub under a wooden deck with chairs and a table, overlooking a river and forest.
A riverside outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit.
A living room with a foosball table, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Honor, MI
  • Place, Platte Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Champion Hill Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

6 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

6 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes

This 4-bedroom Honor riverfront home brings Nordic wellness traditions to Michigan's Platte River. Enjoy a private hot tub on the water's edge, with direct river access for cooling plunges and kayaking. Fall asleep to flowing water, then explore Sleeping Bear Dunes, Frankfort, and Beulah. Ideal for families and groups seeking active days and restorative evenings.



KEY FEATURES

- 4 Bed / 3 Bath Riverfront Wellness Retreat

- Platte River — direct riverfront access

- Collapsible Sauna + Hot Tub

- Kayaks

- Fire pit

- Fully equipped kitchen

- High speed WiFi + Smart TVs

- Convenient Location:

- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — 15 min

- Platte River kayak/canoe launches — 5 min

- World-class cycling trails — minutes away

- Downtown Frankfort — 20 min | Downtown Beulah — 15 min

- Interlochen Center for the Arts — 20 min

- Crystal Mountain Resort — 30 min



LIVING AREA

Open layout with natural light and Smart TV

Comfortable seating with river views



BEDROOMS

Bedroom 1: King bed

Bedroom 2: King bed

Bedroom 3: King bed

Bedroom 4: 6 Twin beds — perfect for kids



BATHROOMS

Bath 1: Full

Bath 2: Full

Bath 3: Full — all linens + toiletries provided



KITCHEN

Fully equipped kitchen — all the essentials for cooking at home

Salt, pepper, and cooking spray provided



RIVERFRONT

Direct access to the Platte River

Kayaks provided

Cool off in the river after a sauna session — the full Nordic experience



WELLNESS

Collapsible sauna — heat, sweat, restore

Private hot tub

River steps away for the cold plunge



OUTDOOR

Fire pit area

Standard driveway parking



A rental agreement is required to be signed upon booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed at this property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5309655vb
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 are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Honor

Located in Honor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Michigan Legacy Art Park and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Interlochen Center for the Arts and Burnett Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Champion Hill Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Turtle Lake - 12 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Five Shores Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Platte River Sauna, Hot Tub & Kayaks, Near Dunes located?

This family-friendly Honor holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Champion Hill Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Platte Lake and Betsie Valley Trail. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

harsha m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The home was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for our family. We especially enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and the relaxing atmosphere, which made it a perfect getaway. The check-in process was smooth, and the host was responsive and helpful throughout our stay. Everything was as described, and we would gladly stay here again and recommend it to others looking for a relaxing retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Brendan M.

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I'm Brendan, and I help run a portfolio of vacation rentals across Northern Michigan under MiNorthStays. I'm local, hands-on, and easy to reach — you'll always be communicating with me directly, not a call center.

I'm a details person by profession and by habit. Properties are inspected before every stay, and I try to anticipate what guests need before they have to ask. My goal is simple: you show up, everything works, and you leave wanting to come back.
The Honor property is one I'm proud of. There's nothing quite like the Platte River at night after a sauna session. Enjoy it.

Why they chose this property

The property sits at the end of a private dirt road in the heart of Honor, Michigan — tucked away enough to feel secluded, but walkable to the small-town charm Honor has to offer. Honor is a classic Northern Michigan town with a friendly, laid-back vibe — think local diners, a gas station, and the kind of place where people wave when they drive by.

Don't let the quiet fool you. The Platte River runs right through town, and world-class outdoor adventure is minutes in every direction. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 15 minutes away, the Platte River canoe and kayak launches are just down the road, and the lakeside towns of Frankfort and Beulah — with great restaurants, shops, and Lake Michigan sunsets — are both within 20 minutes.

It's the best of both worlds: a peaceful, neighborhood setting with everything Northern Michigan has to offer right at your doorstep.

What makes this property unique

The Platte River is arguably the most underrated waterway in Michigan — it's the canoe/kayak corridor that empties into Lake Michigan through Sleeping Bear, and it's crystal clear and cold. The property sits directly on it. Sleeping Bear Dunes (one of the most-searched Michigan travel destinations nationally) is 15 minutes away. That combination — river on-site, dunes nearby, Frankfort/Beulah for dining — creates a full trip ecosystem within a 20-minute radius.

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