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Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune

Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune

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Property grounds
Deck over lake with amazing views
Lakeside fire pit
Lakeside fire pit
Property grounds

Overview of Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Honor, MI
  • Popular LocationPlatte Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCrystal Lake Golf Club11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore11 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st floor lake side

1 Queen Bed

1st floor sun room

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor lake side

1 King Bed

2nd floor road side

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

outdoor shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune

***In response to COVID-19 we have enhanced our cleaning routine, taking extra care to sanitize our cottage. For instance, we are utilizing UV lights to sanitize all rooms prior to cleaning. Also we will be disinfecting the cottage following the recommendations from the CDC. Lastly, we will have available hand sanitizer and disinfectant cleaning products for guests use.***

Historic Platte Lake House, nestled in the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, for rent this Spring, Summer and Fall! Be one of the few lucky guests to spend your vacation in this amazing home.

The house is 2200 sq ft and has 4 Bedrooms, a Guest Cabin , 2 Full Bathrooms, Spacious Kitchen, Combined Large Dining Room- Living Room, Additional TV-Lounge Room, Lakefront Entertainment Room(with futon), 3 Tier Oversized Deck, with one tier over the lake, and Beach Bonfire Pit with BBQ and Refrigerator. There is also a 70 foot dock for sunbathing and fishing. The Home is located on 1.3 acres of wooded land, has 205 feet of private lakefront and is only 2 miles away from Lake Michigan and the south end of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Only a twenty minute drive to the world famous Sleeping Bear Dune Climb and the stunning Pierce Stocking Bluffs. Also only a 30 minute drive to Traverse City.

This home is steeped in History and will charm you from the minute you roll down its private gravel drive. Built in the early 1900's by our Great Grandfather John Peck, a famous Platte Valley logger, the house is around 100 years old. It is built entirely from local lumber and has a personality that cannot be found in many other homes. When it was first built the home was used as a summer camp for boys and girls, and was affectionately named Camp Wasquam-- after the Native American Family that worked for our Great Grandfather. At that time, there were only two other houses on Big Platte Lake.

On top of this rich history, the house’s location is exceptional. Its proximity to the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and the Grand Traverse Area is ideal. There are an abundance of activities and attractions at your doorstep: numerous hiking trails and dune climbs along the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, great fishing and canoeing on the Upper/Lower Platte Rivers, the Historic Lighthouse at Point Betsie, unique shops/restaurants of Beulah, Frankfort, and Glen Arbor, the one-of-a-kind Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater(only 1.5 miles away), several nationally ranked golf courses, art and music events at the internationally renowned Interlochen Center for the Arts, and relaxing Winery tours on both the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas. These are just a few of the many activities in the area, almost all of which are within 30 miles-- many only 10 miles-- and if you book a stay with us you will have access to our large and comprehensive database of all the worthwhile activities and attractions in the area.

Property manager

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed. You will loose your deposit.
No fires are allowed in indoor fire place.
No hot tub use is permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Honor

Located in Honor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Point Betsie Lighthouse and Frankfort Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Champion Hill Golf Course and Old Indian Trail. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk
  • Champion Hill Golf Course - 10 min drive
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
  • Platte River Inn - 8 min drive
  • Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - 8 min drive
  • Jomo's Ice Cream - 9 min drive
  • Lucky Dog Bar & Grille - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Platte Lake Home, 205 Ft Lakefront, 2 Miles From Sleeping Bear Dune located?

This family-friendly Honor cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Platte Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Champion Hill Golf Course. Crystal Lake Golf Club and Pinecroft Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Arron L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
The property was amazing and everything we needed was there at the house. All of which made for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

WENDY Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family
Absolutely amazing outdoor spaces.. there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Platte cottage
So fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Platte Lake Vacation
We all had a nice relaxing and fun week at your home. We enjoyed playing in the water every day. It was a nice bonus to have the kayaks as we used them daily. We kayaked the Platte River and it was awesome!! A lot of different activities an sights to see close by. Enjoyed sitting around the campfire every night. The home had everything we needed and was clean with plenty of room. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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