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The best of Up North!

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front porch
A circular outdoor seating area with four white chairs and a central fire pit.
An outdoor patio with a glass table surrounded by chairs, a potted plant, and a red birdbath.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in island, and a dining area with bar stools.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large fish mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Shop till you drop
    Guests love the location, with top-rated shopping just around the corner.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Honor, MI
  • Place, Platte Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Champion Hill Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The best of Up North!

Centrally located in the center of Benzie County. Situated across the street from the crystal clear Platte River. Includes river access with dock and bench to enjoy. Property is in the village of Honor, walk to grocery stores, restaurants and bars. Float down the river to Tipsy Canoe for a bite to eat and enjoy some Ice Cream with a short walk back. I also have bicycles, tubes, canoes, kayaks, fishing boats, pontoon boats, clear kayaks and clear SUP's available for rent.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2877785
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Honor

Located in Honor, this vacation home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Crystal Mountain. Traveling with kids? Consider Interlochen Center for the Arts and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 4 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Champion Hill Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Crystal Lake - 5 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 7 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Five Shores Brewing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The best of Up North! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Platte River access, walk to dining?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Platte River access, walk to dining on Jul 13, 2026 start from $487, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The best of Up North!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The best of Up North!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The best of Up North! located?

This family-friendly Honor vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Platte Lake and Champion Hill Golf Course. Crystal Lake and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Great communication with host! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a family vacation with 3 teens. The location was perfect to explore Frankfort, Glen Arbor, Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes and more. Beulah with Crystal lake is super close and beautiful. The house was awesome and had everything we needed and the host was available to answer all of our questions. The beds were super comfortable. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had an excellent stay! The communication was awesome, host is very responsive and friendly, checking in and out was a breeze. We loved the fire pit in the backyard and took advantage of the free canoe rental offered by the host. This house provided instant vacation for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski Trip at Crystal Mountain

Zelda was an amazing host and very responsive and accommodating. The property was extremely equipped and clean and her hot tub was awesome on a winter night.!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 4, 2024
Thank you so much Colleenfor staying! I hope to host you again in future 😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great vacation visiting the Sleeping Bear Dunes area with our 2 dogs. The yard gave us space. The house stayed cool and comfortable in the summer heat. We loved the front porch, too. The wifi was reliable. This location is conveniently located near grocery store as well as dining choices nearby. There were plenty of dishes and towels. We were able to cook on the grill. We loved our kayak trip. The owner gave us lots of helpful advice on activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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Hosted by Zelda

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