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Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now!

Discover the peaceful charm of northwest Michigan from this lakeside haven. Enjoy your morning coffee in the screened porch while listening to gentle waves.

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Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now!

A 12' aluminum row boat and three adult kayaks included in rental.

This spectacular rental is a natural oasis from a busy world, yet accessible to many of northwest Michigan's popular tourist destinations. The house can sleep up to 10 people comfortably. The master bedroom is a loft area with view of the lake with king bed and private bathroom. The main level has 2 private bedrooms both with Queen beds and 1 shared bathroom. The finished lower level of the house has a private kids bunk room and a pull out couch with queen bed in the entertainment room with a full bath on that level.

Lake views can be enjoyed from the main living area and spacious deck with picnic table and outdoor furniture. Relax and let the stress of everyday life disappear as you hear the gentle waves hitting the shore while sipping your morning coffee in the screened three seasons room. This house has a very large yard leading to the lake - perfect for outdoor games. The dock has a seating area and ladder and is accessible to some of the deepest water on Big Platte Lake. You will find plenty of basic fishing poles and equipment inside the garage for your use. A 12' aluminum row boat and three adult kayaks are also available to use at your own risk.

Property manager

MaryBeth Clapper and Matthew Kott

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed anywhere inside the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

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Miscellaneous

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

"wha'cha Dune" Big Platte Lake 100 Lakefront Home Beach Dock
Big Platte Lake 100 of Shoreline With Dock Beach!
Big Platte Lake 100 of Shoreline With Dock Beach! Book 2021 Now!

About the area

Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min drive
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 13 min drive
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now! located?

This Honor holiday home is on the beach, steps from Platte Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Crystal Lake Golf Club. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Old Indian Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Big Platte Lake-100’ shoreline with dock & beach! Book your 2025 summer now! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noah S.

Great vacation
This was our second stay at this house, and once again we absolutely loved it. Beautiful house and location, and there are plenty of amenities to make for a great and comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

Great family vacation
We had a really great family vacation. The location was perfect for exploring different beaches and hikes. The home was well stocked and including beach towels was a huge plus. It was easy for us to settle in for the week. Thank you for opening your cottage to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane O.

Excellent location on Platte Lake
We loved our stay on Platte Lake. The backyard beach and dock were great for our family. The owners were quick to respond to any questions I had prior to our arrival. Being able to dock our boat right in the back yard was a huge plus for us. Would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne F.

PLATTE LAKE GET-A-WAY
Nice views and lake location. Home water not so great, bathrooms small and home needs some updating. Enjoyed outside activities and the general area. Manager was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cori V.

Annual Up-North
Very nice home on Big Platte Lake. We enjoyed the lake, nearby Frankfort,and the firepit down by the water. Nice to be somewhere different (than Glen Arbor). Owners provide nice additional amenities -- beach towels, water shoes, kayaks and a row boat. They were very responsive and helpful during our stay. We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tom B.

Birch Point on Platte
Great location, nice cottage, & fun kayaking. Unfortunately we had a problem communicating with the owner because of a problem with VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Family friendly on Big Plat Lake
Wonderful beach for all to enjoy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Great fishing location
We caught a bunch of bass and perch from the dock, we were super close to a lot of great Lake Michigan beaches, and for floating down the Platte river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful lake house
We had the best family vacation at this home! The view was perfect, the lake was delightful, and the neighbors were friendly. We were able to rent a pontoon boat and enjoy tubing and fishing. Overall, a very relaxing week, and we would recommend this home to rent. Well stocked with cooking necessities, plenty of towels and personal care items.The general location was very good, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, and Frankfort. The owners even left a treat bag for us upon arrival!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Great Getaway
Extremely well stocked house. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

allen M., Longwood

Great spot on the lake
We really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed. The location in Birch Cove is probably the best on Platte Lake. We will come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Fun on Platte Lake
The family had a great time at Wha'Cha Dune! Property was clean and had everything we needed. We liked the downstairs area, the beach and neighbors were nice too. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Best stay ever
This property and experience was the best we have ever had. We have been coming to Big Platte for over 30 years. The place was incredible and so well stocked. The owners were so responsive and nice. I could go on and on but just trust me when I say it was a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ferris R.

Big 50
We had some family up for our 50 th anniversary and all had a great time. Fire pit is in a perfect location and the yard quite large. The location is great with plenty to do in all directions! The house has a great floor plan and has plenty of room. It is also stocked very well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred H.

A Perfect Week
This home provided everything needed to make our week on Platte Lake very special. The layout, room sizes, furniture, kitchen and deck were perfect and easily accommodated our party of 6 adults. The grounds were spacious and the dock and lakefront access served our pontoon boat and wave runner very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

christine g.

Great place!
This is a wonderful property. Perfect location on the lake with all the necessary amenities. It is quite spacious and comfortable with something for everyone. The owners were terrific to work with and always responded quickly to any questions. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our vacation time which ended all too soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Great
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Wonderful family vacation up north
This was our second time renting this home. We loved the location as it felt private yet was near the places we like to visit when we go up north. The weather was perfect for enjoying outdoor activities during our stay but the home was well stocked with books, games and a large television (which we never turned on!!) for rainy days. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Terry S
This is truly an outstanding property on Platte Lake! We have stayed at many different properties over 40+ years, and this rates as good as we’ve had. The owners were responsive, the house was perfect for our family- 6 adults and 5 little ones- 7-11 yrs old The house size, deck, back yard, beach, and dock all fit our needs to make it a wonderful vacation- we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary Z.

Platte Lake Paradise
Beautiful property. Perfect fit for my family! The hosts had a well stocked home. Toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, soaps, shampoo, conditioner, bath towels, lovely sheets, you name it, whatcha dune had it! Just bring your bathing suits and you’re all set. The kitchen was a bit tight, since 5 out of 7 of us like to cook! But we managed. Close to Lake Michigan for beautiful sunsets, nearby Riverside for canoeing out to the lake, and close to Traverse City and Frankfort for some shopping and good food. We all had a blast from ages 6-74!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

courthey s.

Liked: Check-in
Great besides the check in
Great spot on the lake and the cabin was well equipped with everything we could possibly need. The house was not ready on time which was inconvenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Great family vacation!
My family loved staying at this property. The owners were very easy to communicate with both before and during our stay. The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. The well-stocked kitchen, second refrigerator in the garage and gas grill made meal preparation very easy. We appreciated the access to the fishing equipment and kayaks, making use of them almost every day. The location of the home was perfect for all the activities our family loves doing when we are Up North. We look forward to staying again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D., Toledo, ohio

Family vacation
This location was wonderful. He provided us with great weather. And I almost caught the biggest fish in my life. We had a wonderful time. Took use of the kayaks and fishing equipment frequently.Towards the end of the week we had some issues with the iron in the water staining clothes. Highly recommend this house. I wouldn’t hesitate in a second to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie & Mark M.

Best Place we have stayed on Platte Lake
We had an awesome week at "What' cha Dune"!!! From the minute we walked in the door and were greeted by a sweet "Welcome gift bag" the accommodations were endless!!! we have stayed many places on Platte Lake for the last 25 years, so I am used to packing up on house hold items that are never provided by the Renters for our week, BUT this Rental has been the BEST we have experienced! So gracious with sharing everything we need to have fun on the beach & lake, and the kitchen & Bedrooms were awesome!! Cant say enough good things! WE WILL BE BACK!! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., Granville, Ohio USA

Great time on Platte Lake
Wonderful property managers who were responsive to all of our questions. Thank you for sharing your well-equipped, comfortable lake house that had everything needed to make a great vacation. We had a wonderful time on Platte Lake and love the location on the cove. Having the use of the kayaks, life jackets, beach towels and all of the other amenities was a plus! The dock and sandy beach made it easy to access the water and we enjoyed kayaking and swimming. One of the days, we rented canoes from Riverside and canoed down the Platte River to Lake Michigan. We also rented a pontoon boat from MacDonald’s Marina in Frankfort and it was very convenient because they delivered the boat by water and put in a mooring right by the dock. We had a great week and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021