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A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and boats. - Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! (Honor)
A room with wicker furniture, a television, and a view of a body of water through a glass door. - Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! (Honor)
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! (Honor)
A kitchen with wooden walls, a central island with bar stools, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a refrigerator. - Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! (Honor)
Two wooden bar stools with metal legs and a marble countertop in the background. - Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! (Honor)
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!!. This cottage is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!!

  • Enjoy the sunrise each morning at this comfortable family cottage, located at the west end of Big Platte Lake with 100' of sunny, sandy beach front. Located down a beautiful, private wooded road - away from all traffic and noise.

    Lake gradually deepens, so there is plenty of shallow water for safe play. Very special location - at the end of a private cul-de-sac backed by beautiful woods.

    Cottage has brand new kitchen and has an open dining/living room floor plan great for family gatherings. Kitchen is fully equipped to cook for your party! There is charcoal grill for any outdoor cooking you might have!

    This cottage is lovingly family-owned and maintained. In 2021 we completely replaced the kitchen. The cottage is comfortable and clean, but the star of this property is its location and private frontage on Platte Lake. Arguably the best spot on the lake!

    * Pontoon is family owned and is not available for use or rent. * Additional pet fee of $100 per pet.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Honor, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Visit our Honor travel guide
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MI, Honor

What's nearby

  • A beach at sunset with a calm sea and a clear sky.
    Platte Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy dune, dense forest, and a large body of water.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • A coastal town with a large body of water, dense residential area, and a prominent church.
    Traverse City Beach
    51 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Loon Lake
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club
    12 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • A Papano's Pizza BEULAH
    13 min drive
  • Platte River Inn
    14 min drive
  • The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill
    16 min drive
  • Five Shores Brewing
    15 min drive
  • Lucky Dog Bar And Grille
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Honor cottage is steps from Platte Lake and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Loon Lake and Rush Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Escape to BEAUTIFUL Northern Michigan!! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Loved it

We had a great time at Platte Lake! This is the third time we have stayed at this cottage. It is close to the dunes and tubing/kayaking down the Platte River. We went to Frankfort for ice cream and to watch the sunset.(Such a cute little town!) We discovered Point Betsie beach on Lake Michigan and went rock hunting. All of this is within a 15 min drive. The cottage was clean with some new updates and has a sweet charm. The lake is shallow in front of the cottage (and warm the week we were there) and great for families with young ones. We would recommend highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca D.

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

Fred

For price of renting bedrooms shd b nicer. No place to put clothes BR furniture a disaster. Bathrooms need to be cleaner and rugs in BR are really bad. Did not see one fire detector or carbon monoxide detector. Location fabulous, overall place ok not great. A bear came into yard and and a raccoon was able to enter through the disastrous windows.Laundry facility not great. Again for the price they are getting there are areas that need a lot of work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is superb for the water activities on Platte Lake, Platte River and Lake Michigan. Host was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

samantha v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing a peaceful and quite street, with friendly neighbors. Our kids and dogs loved swimming in the lake. The drive to sleeping bear dunes was amazing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Great location!

Great house for our family. The beach worked out great for my daughters and son, they loved playing in the water and catching minnows. The updated kitchen and dock was nice. Thanks for great memories with my family before baby #4 arrives
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan H.

We had a great family time at Platte Lake

Nice Lakeview ! Great location to alot of great Lake Michigan beaches and cities . All of the beds could use an upgrade but all and all we had a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

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

Best vacation cottage

Truly a slice of heaven. My family really enjoyed the Tocco cottage. The cottage was amazing. Everything we needed was there,the beds were very comfortable. The location is perfect. The beach and lake were wonderful,we kayaked the lake and river. Just a perfect vacation cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

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

Excellent Rental

You wont find a more accommodating property owner to deal with than Gina. Cottage is comfortable and in a nice location with beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph W.

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

Beautiful and Relaxing

Large lot with a beautiful view. Quiet spot. Had a new kitchen and large living area. Spent most of our time sight seeing but enjoyed coming back to the cottage to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cottage is a bit dated and lacks AC but we appreciated the updated kitchen which allowed us to cook some meals in. The lake is beautiful and access was made super convenient with a new dock and platform. We brought our paddleboards and loved the easy access. So thankful we could bring our dogs. If you bring yours, watch for the poison ivy around the perimeter of the yard. All in all, it was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C.

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

Our 2nd Time

Great location and updated kitchen now. House is great for families and young kids. Beach is great for digging and playing and water is shallow . Will be going again next yr.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Quiet prime location on Platte Lake at end of gravel drive!!

This was our third year at Tocco's catch and we will be booking again next year!! Best rental location on the lake and all new beds this year was a pleasant surprise. Canoe from the house to Lake Michigan with canoes provided on the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

brian h.

nice place, great lake

Clean cottage, beds and linens need to be replaced (aged). Beach requires cleanup as weeds have grown in. Nice having canoes and paddles available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul P.

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

Nice place

Property was a bit old…no AC with some of the hottest days on record. Cooled back down after a few days. Great job with linens, towels, and supplies. Layout of the house was fine…but just old. Would definitely stay again, though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary Lou C.

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

Michigan family vacation

Pros: Beautiful location, great beach and lake, perfect for children, great neighbors, kitchen updated and well stocked with dishes, etc. Good shower with plenty of hot water Cons: Cottage is old, could be cleaner, well water undrinkable and yellow, washer and dryer ruined some of our clothing, hot water is scalding so be careful little ones don’t get burned
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie G.

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

Peaceful place

Quiet place at the end of a quiet private road. Beautiful lake views. Liked the very clean screened gazebo with plenty of comfy chairs to relax in as you view the lake. Lots of room to play on the lawn by the lake. Has a sandy beach. Plenty of chairs on the deck and by large fire pit. New kitchen is very nice. Not much lighting though. Could use more updating in the house, especially in bedrooms, but overall, a positive experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie & Mark M.

Loved our Stay at Tocco's Catch

We have been vacationing on Platte Lake for over 30 years, and my husbands family 30 years before that! So we have stayed many places around Platte Lake, but Tocco's Catch has been one of our favorites and best vacations yet! The house accommodations suited our family of 8, loved the big table we all could eat at! the kitchen had plenty utensils and dishes to make meals for all of us! But our favorite part of our stay was the yard, beach, shallow entrance into the lake and the dock! This side of Platte lake is so calm and enjoyable, we LOVED IT! And will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your little piece of HEAVEN with us! the Mazzas from Cincinnati, OH
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Older cottage in need of updates. Well equipped, kitchen nicely renovated. Baths need work; sink clogged, tiny sinks and older cabinets. Beautiful outdoor space on lake, but tables, chairs and grille very dirty. No AC, but the four large fans had to be cleaned before using. Front door very hard to open as it was warped. Couches were old, but queen bed was nice and comfortable . Windows old and dirty. Dining room chairs need replacing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

wally g.

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

Family Tradition

It was fun to be in a home that has raised several generations of family. Wish we could have been there then. Booking process very graceful. Property was what was expected. Great location. In house resources, cooking, heating, towels, etc. are all there. Attention is needed with cleaning, paid a premium price for cleaning services, but there was plenty of leftover dust to share. The mold mildew odors are always present. Tried to open BR windows for fresh air, but they would not open. Fire Marshall might like to know that. Patching holes on walls and a coat of paint would better justify the price point charged.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne G.

Not well kept. Very disappointed. Should not be rented.

Cluttered, not clean. No towels till we found them in the dryer on Monday. Rugs in bathrooms dirty. Sheets on lower bunks used, we washed them. Sticky kitchen floor. Dirty carpet, we all had black feet. Mattress on queen bed should be replaced. Fans are filthy. 4-slice toaster only works for 2 slices. Seems to be a family retreat that no one takes care of, just rents. We had to ignore so much negativity as we were tied to this rental with no alternative, We traveled 500 miles expecting a nice place to stay. Can't imagine VRBO advertising this place posting POSITIVE reviews.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

great location and house

Great location, very quiet and peaceful. We can tell it would be fun in the warmer months to use the waterfront. Overall great place, it is apparent through the historical photos that improvements have been done over the years and a lot of memories are made here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

3rd year staying in this home

Beautiful location on Platte lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie B.

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

The cottage was clean but looked like it needed a little love

Very good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

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

Perfect fishing trip

My friends and I rented the house for a birthday fishing trip weekend. The house was clean, comfortable and just what we needed! Close to the fishing sites, able to bring our own boats to fish the lake or do some kayaking. We met the owners the last morning of our stay and they were super friendly. Would highly recommend and will be looking to book again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Patti S.

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

Mostly Great

I really enjoyed staying here. It has a very cozy vibe with some cool mid-century touches. I appreciate that this is a family home and liked seeing the family photos and mementos. There were definitely some things that could have used freshening up but none of that really bothered us at all as we are fairly laid-back people. The beds and furniture were comfy, and really as long as I can relax and sleep comfortably, I’m good. Only a few small things I think could be improved: We couldn’t get the dishwasher working and hand washing dishes is not my favorite thing to do on vacation . The sponge provided to wash dishes was quite old and unappealing. There were no toiletries provided, which wasn’t something we needed but are used to seeing at VRBO properties. A set of newer towels for guests would be appreciated, as well as some basic toiletries as I have come to expect that from VRBO rentals even if I don’t usually use them. Again, these are all pretty minor issues and were easily overcome by the wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020