Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore - Benzie County

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81350 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Honor, MI

Platte Lake
‪2 min walk‬
Crystal Lake Golf Club
‪10 min drive‬
Betsie Valley Trail
‪13 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore

Looking to get away?? Cast your worries aside in this quaint log cabin within walking distance of shared access to Little Platte Lake, and at the edge of the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. A true get-away for families and friends, with room to spare, and only TWO MILES from Good Morning America's “Most Beautiful Place in America”!

Immerse yourself in activity – golf, kayak, hike, bike, backpack, swim, fish – all within easy grasp of your log cabin headquarters! Delight in world class surroundings and indulge in fine dining and shopping while exploring the quaint villages of Frankfort, Beulah, Empire, and Glen Arbor!

Looking for more entertainment? Look no further than the Cherry Bowl Drive-in, a one-of-a-kind 50’s-style drive-in just three miles down the road! Several golf courses, Little River Casino (30 minutes south), Crystal Mountain Resort (neighboring Thompsonville), and downtown Traverse City (40 minutes east) provide additional ways to round out your vacation.

A quiet get-away is within your reach as well. Enjoy a favorite book in the quiet surrounds of the log cabin or the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. Make time for games and a campfire with the family. Be amazed at the stars and the “sound of silence” at nightfall – perfect recipes for life-long memories!

Amenities
· 3 bedrooms, full bath, sleeps 8
· Large living space - family room, kitchen, dining room
· Large deck for outdoor enjoyment
· Campfire pit
· Internet Wifi, YouTube TV (including local stations), DVD Player
· Deeded access to both Little and Big Platte Lakes, only a short stroll away.
· Parking for boat/trailer.

No smoking, No pets.
Must be 25 years old to rent.

Area Attractions
· Hiking, biking, backpacking - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
· Golf courses – Crystal Lake, Arcadia, Sugar Loaf, Mistwood
· Casinos – Little River, Leelanau Sands, Turtle Creek
· Kayak/Canoe – The Trading Post, Riverside Canoes
· Theatre - The Cherry Bowl Drive-in, Garden Theatre (Frankfort), State Theatre (Traverse City)
· Fishing & Boating – Little/Big Platte Lakes, Crystal Lake, Glen Lake, Lake Michigan
· Village Shopping & Dining – Frankfort, Beulah, Empire, Glen Arbor
· Festivals – Downtown Traverse City, Interlochen Center for the Arts

Property manager

Peter Bergin

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO FISH CLEANING - use nearby fish cleaning stations instead.

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 and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Honor

Honor is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Honor, MI

What's nearby

Platte Lake - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
Crystal Lake Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
Betsie Valley Trail - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
Point Betsie Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬7 min drive
‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬14 min drive
‪Cherry Hut - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Log Cabin - Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore located?

Situated in Honor, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Platte Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Champion Hill Golf Course. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Crystal Lake Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

17 Sept, 2024

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

Nice size cabin in the woods

Cute little cabin with great upnorth vibe tucked in between the Platte lakes. Everything you'd want for a quiet getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

22 Aug, 2024

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

Cozy place, great location

Really sweet place with all the creature comforts of home in a beautiful area. We hired trails in Sleeping Bear Dunes, hung out on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, and kayaked the Lower Platte River. Delightful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Nice log cabin

Loved the rustic feel of the log cabin, and the modern touches to the kitchen and bedrooms.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

7 Jul, 2024

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

Great Cabin Great Location!

This adorable and comfortable log cabin was in a perfect spot - close to tubing/kayaking, beaches, all the best up north towns, Platte Lake, etc! Check in was super easy, cabin was clean, didn’t need anything while we were there, but the owner had all their info if we had needed them. There were plenty of beds, a well stocked kitchen, and a nice fire pit for s’mores. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

15 Jun, 2024

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

Weekend getaway

We found the place to be perfect for what we were looking for. The cabin was clean and kitchen well stocked. Peter was always available.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

19 Oct, 2023

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

it was a nice time

it went well plenty of space for all

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

12 Sept, 2023

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

Mark S

Loved the place, very clean, enjoyed our time there. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

15 Aug, 2023

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

28th Anniversary trip

We just got home today from a long weekend at this great place. The host is very responsive, the place was spotless and well equipped, although no AC or accessible washer & dryer, which for us was not a concern as it was perfect weather and it was a short stay so no laundry was needed. We enjoyed exploring the local part of the national lakeshore. There is some great hiking trails and Peterson beach was perfect. It’s a convenient drive to the Glen Arbor area and Frankfort. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Illinios

6 Aug, 2023

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

Michigan cabin

We had a great stay in this cabin for our adventures in Michigan. It was perfect for our family of 6, and a good central location for kayaking the Platte River and hanging out on the Lake Michigan beaches. We heard loons every night while enjoying a bonfire in the backyard. The kitchen was stocked well for all our needs, and even charcoal was provided for the grill. We loved the "rustic" cozy living room! We didn't have a single problem or complaint and fully enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krysta M.

13 Jul, 2023

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay and were within a short drive to several little towns and activities. The backyard was great for hanging out after a long day and had plenty of firewood. We ate in a lot and the kitchen and eating area was great. The only things that would improve this place would be better lighting and more linens do to no available laundry room. Overall we had a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

23 Jun, 2023

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

Another great stay

This is our second time staying on the property. It is so clean and has been kept up well. It is one of the most well stocked VRBOs we have stayed at. Beautiful area of Michigan to explore and quiet setting. I think you will have a pleasant stay. We hope to be back again sometime.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Christina L.

3 Nov, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

My family of 4 stayed in this property for a weekend getaway. We were pleasantly surprised by the size of the space. There was lots of room for our little family, and the space would comfortably hold more if the kids had wanted to bring a friend. The beds were very comfortable. We were a little disappointed that the only TV in the home did not have any streaming options as we did not bring a laptop or our own streaming device. But we were able to find some DVDs locally and had a movie night instead. Overall, we were pleased with our stay and would recommend this property to others.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

5 Oct, 2022

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

Great Cabin near Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes

Myself and a group of friends spent three nights at this cabin. The cabin is at a great location and the cabin was surprisingly large and accommodating. Peter is a great host and the cabin was in great order for the stay. The one downside for me was the lack of bed sheets, and given the expensive cleaning fee I found that a little disappointing. Despite that one small thing, I highly recommend this cabin. It was a great home in a beautiful area

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

29 Aug, 2022

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

Log cabin rental

It’s an older log cabin with some upgrades and a lot of character. It was well stocked with everything we needed to cook meals and relax in comfort. There’s numerous activities in the area especially outdoors. We hope to stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

20 Jun, 2022

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

Great stay in Benzie County

My family of 4 had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It is positioned close to many great activities, is well maintained and stocked and both the cabin and our trip surpassed our expectations!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

R M.

9 Sept, 2021

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

Nice rustic cabin

I was looking for something rustic, warm and cozy. This was a step back in time but fit the bill perfect and was in a good location for seeing all the things we wanted to. Checkin process with Peter was great and communications back and forth. the cabin was clean and had plenty of room for us 3. You could sleep 6 here in beds. Fire pit out back is nice and there was plenty of wood to light a nice fire. Close to The Trading Post which has lots of essentials and many nonessentials. We liked our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

8 Sept, 2021

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

Cool log cabin

First time in a log cabin ( main room in house) very cool indeed. other bedrooms and kitchen, eating area was an add-on once upon a time. Outside fireplace was nice to have. One bathroom which was dated but fully functional. During the hot days you needed all windows and doors open because air flow is limited. Provided fans helped but we even brought some additional fans of our own which I would also recommend. Basically the cabin in located in a wooded area with big trees. Short walk to little platte lake but swimming is recommended via a short dive to many other options which include some very pretty beaches. I Recommend buying season or lifetime parking pass for all parks and beaches, you will need them. 50’s diner nearby excellent. Small grocery nearby also very good. Owner was accessible by phone and very helpful. Plenty of fresh corn nearby. Oh and do NOT forget to stop at the small BBQ place called Jim’s joint. Outstanding food and people.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric S., Urbandale, IA, USA

26 Jun, 2021

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

Summer getaway up north

This was a fantastic cabin—spacious and well-equipped—in a beautiful and peaceful location a block from Little Platte Lake. The location could not be more convenient for the Dunes and all the little villages nearby—Frankfort and Glen Arbor are about a 20-minute drive, with Honor, Beulah, Benzonia, and Empire much closer. Lots of outdoor activities close at hand from hiking to water activities and biking. Great for a week or weekend away!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine Y.

13 Jun, 2021

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

Super cute!

We loved this cute little cabin that provided all the comfort and amenities we were looking for and more. We definitely want to come back again. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Novi, Mi

9 Jun, 2021

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

Sharp, rustic, comfortable

Great cabin that looks better in person then it even does in photos. Very clean, well stocked. Excellent Wifi. Awesome location to tour the Leelanau/Traverse area. Nice fire pit in back yard, plenty of parking, 2 lakes within walking distance. If I had to nit pick: bring some fans if it's warm. Otherwise, an excellent job.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debora K.

7 Jun, 2021

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

Very nice cabin. Great location!

Good communication with host. They were very available and made sure our stay was seamless

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick r.

15 Oct, 2019

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

Traverse city trip

We found the site to be perfect for our needs. Out intent was to visit Traverse City and the surrounding area and the location was excellent. The street was quiet, the lake was at the end of the street and the highway was close by. We wanted a place to provide a comfortable, friendly setting, a gathering place for the 4 adults and 1 child to spend time together, a kitchen that would enable us to make some meals without going out and the site provided all of this. We would book this site again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Rick O.

8 Oct, 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Spacious cabin in Honor that needs some work

The cabin has a great layout and could be a nice place. Great fire pit out back. The internet never worked. We had a couple of other little issues, but the main issue with the property is the musty smell. It was very bad. We opened the windows and ran a de-humidifier, but the must never cleared. We over-paid, especially off-season for the weekend. The musty smell needs to be eradicated before I stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

13 Sept, 2019

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

Nice Cabin in the Woods

This was a great cabin to rent for three couples; everyone was comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped with appliances, tableware, and cookware. The living room and dining room both have comfy chairs & couches. We especially enjoyed our campfires in the back yard. The property was conveniently located near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We would definitely recommend this cabin!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chandra J.

5 Sept, 2019

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

Cute Cabin by the lake

The home was very clean and was supplied with everything we needed to ensure an enjoyable stay. Peter was quick to respond to our questions. We spent most of our time in Sleeping Bear Dunes NP and took a day trip to Traverse City. There is a lot to do in the area, within close proximity to the cabin. Little Platte Lake public access is a short walk from the cabin, perfect for renters to bring their kayaks and enjoy the lake. We will plan to do that next time! Thank you Peter and Carol for a wonderful end of summer trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Peter Bergin

Peter and Carol love Northern Michigan and moved to the area 10 years ago. They love hosting and providing a place where others may enjoy the sublime, magical summers they gave to their own children.

Why they chose this property

Peter and Carol originally purchased the cabin to spend summers close to Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and give their children magical summers they'll never forget.