Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! | Cottage in Honor

9.8 (145 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Lake Township Cottage | Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes!

2 Bedroom Cottage in Lake Township, Honor

Catch the sunrise to start your day and the sunset late in the evening from multiple furnished decks overlooking Big Platte Lake - dazzling water views from the living room, dining room, and kitchen.
Our private waterfront is bathed by crystal clear water. It is an ideal water-playground for children because of an extensive shallow area (300 feet); perfect for frolicking, wading, Frisbee, and floating, with deeper water farther out for swimming, kayaking, jet-skiing, water-skiing, fishing, and canoeing. A Soft, mint-leaf lawn for volleyball or other barefoot adventures waits at the shoreline, and a flower-garden with a dizzying assortment of fragrant lilies separates the cottage from the guest house.
Our 500-foot driveway is lined with magnificent birch, maple and oak trees, lending a feeling of quiet seclusion to the property. The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be reached in less than five minutes by foot - we are just outside the edge of the park
Some of the most beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan are just a five minute drive (ten minute bike ride) from the house. Alternatively, you could board our canoe or kayaks on our private waterfront, wind your way down the Platte River, and emerge two glorious hours later in the splendor of Lake Michigan.
Both the cottage and guest house were custom built in the mid-1990’s. The design concept was to allow light reflecting off of the lake to fill the structures with natural light. Open floor plans, skylights and huge windows make artificial lighting completely unnecessary during daylight hours. On clear, moon-lit nights, the glitter from Platte Lake throws an ethereal blue light throughout the cottage. The cottage living room, dining area, and kitchen are one open area, making it possible for big families to spread out while still inhabiting the same space. The guest house interior is also one open space with a sleeping area, a sitting area, and a TV-nook.
Beautifully furnished, Grand Piano, Wireless High-speed Internet, Cordless Phone, Cable TV (36 inch Flat-Screen + DVD in Cottage, 40 inch LCD TV + VCR in Guest House), Stereo, CD Player, Boom box, , DVD Collection, Full Kitchen, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, KitchenAid Toaster, Gas Range, KitchenAid Mixer, Cuisinart Food Processor, Cuisinart Waffle Iron, 12 attractive place settings, Calphalon cookware, culinary gadgets of all kinds, 100% Egyptian Cotton Linens provided, Portable Crib, High Chair, baby bath, baby swing, baby buggy, Washer, Dryer, Charcoal Grill (BBQ), Fine Patio Furniture, Waterfront Fire pit, Bicycles (2), Water Floats (2), Boat Mooring, several kayaks, 17-foot Grumman canoe, paddles, life vests, Private Paved Parking area accommodates several cars, boats, trailers, and campers. No Smoking.

Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! is located in Lake Township. Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! provides accommodation, featuring Parking, TV, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, TV, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lake Township has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Lake Township, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: the lakefront is perfect for kids: calm & shallow
Pet Policy
3 total pets note from host: dogs, yes. $25 per day, per dog. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: prior approval required parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Tiffany R.
Jul 7, 2025 10:30:06 AM
Review Score:   4
Summary: The location is everything and only good thing! Gorgeous spot with easy access to dunes, rivers, and close to Frankfort. The lake is beautiful, easy to kayak from cottage to river. BUT…. The cottage was not as expected. Those are old photos. Different couches in there now, very worn leather loveseats, one has springs pushing up, 2 loveseats is not enough when 6 adults are visiting. There were NO twin beds. The house only has a queen bed and pull out sofa/loveseat. The 2nd “bedroom” is not in the house, it’s in a small outbuilding that is not sealed properly and filled with bugs so bad no one could sleep in it. The cottage wasn’t clean. Black mold blew out of the A/C unit all over the chairs and floor when we turned it on in the main cottage, big chunks of mold. I cleaned that up and wiped everything down. There were smashed pretzels and other food on the floor and couch. There were beads and broken plastic pens on floor. It was clearly not swept before we arrived. The sheets, pillows and extra comforter were stained. The chair cushions at the kitchen table were all stained with food. There was a contract from a previous guest laying on the kitchen table. The beach is also an old picture, what exists now is a small area of sand with overgrowth of grass. There are rodent traps all around the property, I get it this is a woodsy area but just be prepared to dispose of dead mice. Owner did not respond to my text about mold or lack of beds. Very disappointed and we left early.
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