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Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!

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TV, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Lake view
    Lake view

About this property

Entire place

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

Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!

Birch Cove Bungalow is a super cute and family-friendly cottage located in an incredible location on Big Platte Lake! It features a large and gorgeous waterfront backyard with a dock! Very comfy layout with 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom! Very safe, secure, and private! Also includes a huge backyard deck with great views of the lake, enclosed porch with great lake views, outdoor bonfire ring, gas grill, and television with DVD player. Perfect family getaway to northern Michigan!


INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

Our local property manager lives in the area and is available to answer any questions and/or address any issues.


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The immediate neighborhood consists of lakefront homes on Big Platte Lake, most of which are secondary homes for professional families. The area is very safe, quiet, private, and secure!

The cottage is in a perfect location for exploring the best of northern Michigan! The cottage is just a 5-minute drive from the incredible natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! It's also just a 10-minute drive to Platte Beach on Lake Michigan and a 13-minute drive to Beulah Beach on Crystal Lake! For fun shopping, dining, and entertainment, the charming beach towns of Frankfort, Beulah, and Empire are all less than a 30-minute drive from the cottage! If bigger city sites are desired, then downtown Traverse City, the epicenter of Michigan tourism, is just a 45-minute drive from the cottage!


GUEST ACCESS:

Guests have access to the entire house, except for a closet that is locked off for owner usage.


THE SPACE:

The home is very cute and comfy. It has been nicely updated in recent years and includes 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom that has a combination tub and shower. One of the bedrooms has a queen-size bed, one has a full-size, and one has two bunk beds, so the cottage can comfortably sleep 8 people. There is also a modern kitchen and a dining area with seating for 6 adults. The home has lots of windows and great natural lighting throughout!

The cottage also features a huge backyard deck with great views of Big Platte Lake! On the deck, there is a gas grill and also a picnic table and Adirondack chairs for relaxing. Next to the deck, there is an enclosed porch area that also has great views of the lake. There is an outdoor bonfire ring next to the lake for having great family times together!




TRANSIT:

It is highly recommended that guests have their own means of transportation.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) There are no Wi-Fi or television services at the property. There is a television with a DVD player though if you wish to bring DVDs.
2) Pets are not permitted at the property.
3) For sewer service, the property has holding tanks. An alarm signals when the holding tanks need to be emptied. It is necessary for guests to let us know when this signal occurs. We will get the holding tanks emptied promptly once informed of the need.
4) The cottage does not have a dishwasher.

Property manager

Agape Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (92.9 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 13 min drive
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Platte Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Old Indian Trail. Crystal Lake Golf Club and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
The house is kept very clean and comfortable. The location is great with easy access to M-22. Overall, this was a great home base for our adventures. We appreciated the peaceful view and beautiful sunrises!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karsten W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
An older but clean and well loved house off a nicely secluded drive. It was a great getaway with a beautiful view of the lake. No AC or wifi, but it wasn’t an issue the week we stayed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house and beautiful lake
Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024 Trip
Spent a week with family of 5 at Birch Point and had plenty of room with plenty of spaces. Deck is spacious and in good condition. Good grill. Back sun room very nice with comfortable seating. Very clean and well equipped kitchen. Beach area and dock were very nice, tucked away in a great location on the lake. Plan on staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024