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Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake!

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A covered outdoor area with a view of a lake and boats.
A single-story house with a porch, a small deck, and a grill outside.
A living room with a brick fireplace, a blue sofa, striped armchairs, and a wooden cabinet.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Platte Lake
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Beulah, MI
  • Place, Platte Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Loon Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake!

Beautiful private cottage on scenic Platte Lake within minutes of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. Fully furnished two bedroom cozy hideaway with many local outdoor activities, perfect for the small family or two couples. Cottage recently updated and located 25 feet from the water's edge on the sandy side of Platte Lake. Excellent swimming in front of cottage with gradual sloping lake bottom. Boat launch 5 minutes from cottage road entrance.

Enjoy canoeing, tubing or kayaking down the the Platte River to Lake Michigan, spectacular views at nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes, or just relax and enjoy nature and all it offers!

Nearby attractions: Gwen Frostic Nature Center, Frankfort, Pointe Betsie Lighthouse, Interlochen Music Camp, Casinos - Traverse City/Manistee, Cherry Bowl Drive-in Theater, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, hiking trails and many World-Class Golf Courses.

Booking is Saturday to Saturday. (Exceptions are Memorial Day Weekend and the first few days of June)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$135 Pet Fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Booking is Saturday to Saturday and is on a weekly basis.
Signed rental agreement AND copy of driver's license is required to rent this property.
Reservation will be cancelled if signed rental agreement is not returned within 7 days (or immediate if <60 days prior to stay) of receipt.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 57641vb
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
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 cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Loon Lake - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 6 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 50 min drive - 74.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Five Shores Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Dog Bar And Grille - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Now Booking for September! Platte Lake Hideaway on Big Platte Lake! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Platte Lake and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Michigan. Loon Lake and Rush Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. We loved ( our dog especially loved) that the house’s backyard connects directly to the lake. The view from the sofa is amazing- it is a long view down the lake. We felt relaxed and peaceful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful and great location to do our fishing.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time we’ve stayed here. It’s hard to beat this location. We brought kayaks/SUPs and were able to kayak the platte river right from the rental. It’s a small place, but has been perfect for our little family. Peaceful, quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful host

This cottage is cute and comfy! Close to the water too. A great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottsge

Very cute and well maintained cottage with Great Lake view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Perfect Week at Big Platte Lake

We just love coming to this quaint little cottage on Platte Lake. It’s clean, cozy, and a reasonable drive to Frankfort, Empire, and Glen Arbor. While the home does have air condition, the shade of the maples and cedar trees allow a cool breeze to move through the home on a hot day. The kids spent hours in the lake and the water was warm enough to swim every day. Special thanks to Susan for sharing this gem of a place with us again for our summer 2023 vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

heidi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and clean cottage

Beautiful Platte Lake waterfront cottage. Sit on the patio or in the living room and watch the lake while listening to birdsong, gentle waves and the wind in the trees. We had a fire in the outdoor fireplace and looked at the stars. House was spotless and had all the kitchenware one needs to prepare meals. Beds were comfortable. Nice gas fireplace inside to take the chill out of the air. Plenty of outlets for charging phones, watches or other electronics. Great property and Susan was very responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bitzy, buggy, billowy with beautiful sunrises…

Small, well loved and used cabin. Inside- clean and fairly well furnished. Furniture and appliances dated, gas fireplace non functional. Water heater needed repair while we were there. Owner took care of problem Immediately. West side of lake inundated with black flies 9/17-24) - made lakeside fun buggy. Sunrises were spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Sorry you had issues with the fireplace. It is a fully functional gas fireplace and was used throughout the season by our renters. It is checked regularly to ensure that it works. Any issues are addressed. The furniture and appliances were purchased new in the last five years and are maintained regularly.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

lori l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Stay

Nice time, beautiful lake, cozy home, property owner responsive to needs. Kitchen with plenty of dishes, kitchenware, nothing like blenders or slow cookers. Nice to have trash bags and leftover saran wrap, napkins but nothing else like spices and oils. House was clean but needs a deep clean. Very musty smelling even when opening silverware drawer. Nice shower. Couple of things could be improved/changed is bringing your own sheets and towels. For the amount we paid this should of been included. We did appreciate the two kitchen towels. I have never stayed at a cottage in MI where we had to bring these items but I understand it is easier not to have to do laundry. Although the service fees where over $600.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
To clarify, over half of the fees mentioned were charged by VRBO and paid by the renter directly to VRBO. The property owner did not receive these fees. The remaining fees consisted of a cleaning fee and pet fee.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a great time and loved being right on the lake. Our children could easily play in the water without us stressing about boats or it getting too deep too quickly (our dog equally loved playing fetch in the water). The neighbors and homeowner were all incredibly friendly and welcoming. The house is in a great location, tucked away from m-22 and a perfect jumping off point for all the things we love to do in the area (Frankfort, trails, Lake Michigan), although we did enjoy being at the house so much we rarely left. Tips to future renters: as stated in the agreement, bring your own sheets and towels (except kitchen), bring anything you’d want to cook with or store food in, extra tp and pt is recommended. I’d also highly recommend water shoes due to zebra muscles. There are fans for added comfort in each room and AC in one of the rooms, all of which kept the whole place comfortable. Pick up wood from deadstream road. For those unfamiliar with the area, Frankfort is a charming downtown, where the platte river meets Lake Michigan is our favorite place to go for a beach day (no dogs), and is right around the corner, benzonia has a nice grocery store and a super yummy little medd lunch spot (the eatery) or Beulah’s brewery. If you travel north check out Glen arbor, if you go south check out the marsh in Arcadia and bowens creek for coffee and crepes or ketch 22 for lunch. We’d definitely come back and have found yet another lake to love in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay...property was excellent...beach 25' from your door step

Love the property...Being a boat owner there was ne dock, but we lived with it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Lakefront cottage in a small, quiet neighborhood. Sandy bottom and shallow for quite a ways, which is great for small children. You’re close to so many things to do in this beautiful part of Michigan. Our 11 year old grandson was never bored. No Internet, but you can tap into your phone’s hotspot for excellent reception. If you plan to cook, all utensils are stocked, but you’ll need to bring your own spices, oil, etc. . Don’t forget to bring beach towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

We had a great time, cottage was clean and equipped! Loved the lake views
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Great Stay

We had another great stay! Beautiful weather, quiet and relaxing time and caught a few fish!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and charming, with spectacular views and a convenient location.

Slipping off of M-22 onto Wonderland Drive down the long dirt road, enveloped in Cedar, Birch and abundant other trees gives the feel that you arriving someplace special. And as you round the turn and can see the blues and greens Big Platte Lake, the rest of the world immediately fades away. We had a memorable time and enjoyed every bit of this clean and quaint cottage. Even though it rained a couple of days the kids were in awe of a spectacular lightning display that outperformed the holiday fireworks as it passed to the south. The kids also spent entire days in the warm shallow water a dozen steps from the home. The home, on a quiet road with about a dozen other houses was the perfect place to relax and escape the daily grind of our lives back home! If you’re looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature along with the benefits of swimming, fishing, and board games at night, you’ve found your little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place awesome 😎 vacation

Property was excellent , 5 star all the way through
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Somewhere In Time

The cutest lake home around. Took us back to a time where family and fun was treasured. A just right spot for the two of us. Could not have been any closer to the water. Crystal clear and calming. House was immaculate. Everything you would need. A cute welcome bag was left by our hosts for our enjoyment . Close to all the quaint little towns of the north woods. Plenty of easily accessible outdoor activities. WE look forward to our next visit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Fall Getaway

My husband and I spent the week here at the end of September. It was the perfect time of year with nice weather and leaves changing. There are so many outdoor activities around. We brought our dog and took her on hikes, on the rowboat, swimming in the water, etc. The sunrises on the water were so serene and fires at night were relaxing. Susan was welcoming, Greta to communicate with, and gave so many great suggestions for activities in the area. This home and area are great for a family getaway or even if you want to just do a quiet getaway with your spouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kay J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Platt Lake!

We had a wonderful, relaxing 5 days. Very peaceful and comfortable. Will definitely go back. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Platte Lake Paradise

Beautiful lakeside cottage with everything you need. Quiet and convenient to our favorite places. Susan was great to communicate with. Can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Platte lake

We had a great time and will definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

A very relaxing week. Great access to water activities. Very clean and just right size. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

The property was just as explained in the listing The inside was immaculate
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay!

We had a very relaxing and quiet stay at this Platte Lake home; just what we were looking for. We loved launching our kayaks in Platte Lake and heading on down the Platte River. Home was clean and kitchen well stocked with great pots & pans, dishes and serving pieces. The "welcome packet" was a nice touch! The owner was very pleasant to work with; great communication. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Platte Lake Palace

Perfect size for us. Very well maintained. Nice shower. Very good beds. We loved it and have booked it again for 2020.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

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