Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage
About this cottage rental
Come enjoy this shared waterfront cottage on Big Platte Lake! This well-maintained cottage can serve as a great home-base for your vacation, or as your little "peace" of paradise for the week! Enjoy swimming from the beach or soak in the sun on the dock. The water in front of the property is shallow and perfect for the kids, or those who want to wade. A picnic table and charcoal grill are available on the patio. TV (Spectrum cable) with Roku and games available for entertainment at night or rainy days. The rental/cleaning fee includes all linens (pillows, sheets, blankets, comforters, and bath towels). You will find all you need in the fully equipped kitchen (also provided: dish soap & paper towels, dish towels, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, and basic spices). Shared beach, dock, and fire pit (wood provided). Please bring your own beach towels and water/beach toys. Platte Lake is an all sports 2,500 acre lake with small mouth bass, pike, walleye and pan fish. The Platte River is just around the corner and is ideal for kayaking and stream fishing. Area attractions include: Sleeping Bear Dunes (20 minutes), Frankfort (20 minutes), Traverse City (40 minutes), Crystal Mountain for golfing or alpine slide (20 minutes), and Cherry Bowl Drive-In (less than 5 minutes). In addition, lots of Lake Michigan beaches, hiking, shopping, antiquing, and exploring the great local towns (Frankfort, Beulah, Empire, and Glen Arbor).
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(16 Reviews)
5.0
We stayed for a short weekend and it was fabulous! Melissa was very attentive. The cottage is just like the photos! We brought our own kayaks and loved taking them out on the lake. The fire at night was fun and my daughter liked the swing in the common area. My kids are already asking when we can go back. Thank you!
5.0
We greatly enjoyed this little cottage! Clean and well maintained with all the amenities. We loved the views of the lake and enjoyed meeting others in the common areas. Melissa was great and provided all the information well in advance. The Riverside trading post nearby was helpful and offered a great kayaking experience. The sleeping bear dunes was a short distance and beautiful. A great stay to enjoy with your family!
5.0
Beautifully appointed Lake front cottage with a fabulous sunset view over the Big Platte.
Six adults in our group and we made it work, comfortably.
This cottage is 20 to 40 minutes from so much: Sleeping Bear/Frankfort/Glen Arbor/Traverse City/Interlochen.
5.0
We loved the cabin in front of Platter Lake. When we arrived we’re a bit concerned about privacy as there are other 4 cabins very close to each other. But we ended having a lot of fun with other neighbors, specially the kids that as soon as they woke up they went outside to play with the other kids in the lake. The cabin is really nice too! There were some kitchen things that we missed like a good knife for BBQ (there was only a little one and a bread knife), a grater, things like that, and no hairdryer, which normally these rentals have. But not big of an issue and there is a big grocery shop when you can get anything. The area, landscape and beaches in Lake Michigan are just breathless, we loved having different beaches and town to explore. Melissa, is amazing super diligent and always easy to reach. We’re truly grateful for having had this great vacation in an incredible place!
5.0
Nice and very comfortable. Well appointed. Excellent lake location for kids…shallow water, soft and bottom.
5.0
The cottage was clean and a perfect location for our family! The lake was shallow enough for our young kids to touch the bottom a ways off shore. Making it fun for them to swim and play. The property owner was very accommodating with our family by bringing us extra linens when needed. Fast communication as well! Would go back!
5.0
This lake side cottage was exactly what we hoped for when we booked it. Super clean with everything we could need for our stay. We had a great time sitting out on the dock enjoying the water and at night by the fire. Even with neighbors nearby it still felt private and was the perfect size for our group!
5.0
All around a great, clean, peaceful and relaxing place to stay. Especially watching the sunset. Easy, instant and great communication with host. No complaints!
5.0
Beautiful cottage on the water. Great lactation!
5.0
The Big Platte Cottage is charming and cozy! The view of the lake is beautiful and inviting. We found the place to be very clean and nicely decorated. We made breakfast every morning so it was nice to find salt and pepper as well as oil to cook with. They provided plenty of dishes and glasses as well as pots, pans and bowls. The beds and pillows were very comfortable and it was nice to settle in for the night after a day of hiking. We were able to explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes as well as other hiking trails in the area and the fall foliage was spectacular!! We also saw mallard ducks, deer and a fox in the area! We would love to return in the summer and go swimming in the lake. Thank you for sharing your lovely cottage with us and for a wonderful stay!
5.0
My husband, adult daughter, and I stayed in this cute cottage for 3 nights. It was extremely clean and had everything we needed to make breakfasts each day. We met up with extended family a mile or two down the road also on Platte Lake. The sunsets were breathtaking every night. We would certainly stay here again.
5.0
Close to all the attractions.
5.0
Multi Cottage Complex. Cottages Vary in Size. Shared Community Space Runs down middle of Complex. This is good knowledge to share,In case you are looking for more serenity or more of a social visit. We enjoyed our visit at Four Seasons .
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay here at The Platte Lake Cottage. Very comfortable and cozy, all of the amenities you need! The lake was beautiful, the sunsets were amazing. Sleeping Bear Dunes and Lake MI are so close by. We also had the chance to see the Salmon running up the Betsie River! Our grandkids loved it. Thank you for being a super host!
5.0
Clean, comfortable, cozy property.Well appointed with all accessories we needed. Wonderful lakefront to use with our personal kayaks. Close to Sleeping Bear, as well as Traverse City, and the wineries on Old Mission. Incredible sunsets and campfire to enjoy with renters from other cabins.
5.0
My family and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this lovely and well-equipped lakefront cottage – with a large kitchen, big L-shaped couch, and large dining table, our whole family was comfortable rain or shine.
Melissa, the host, was very responsive and super easy to communicate with. We’ll be coming back for sure.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Lake Township?
The average price for a rental in Lake Township is $414 per night. This rental is $38 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Big Platte Lake Waterfront Cottage?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and tv.
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