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Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!

Cottage in Honor with kitchen and balcony

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Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of Serenity Woods, nestled in the heart of Michigan woods. Snuggle up by the cozy fire, enjoy a romantic meal on the outdoor patio under starry skies or explore Platte Lake and Lake Michigan beaches nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!

Winter ‘24 / ‘25 rates in full effect. Come visit us year round!

Escape to our idyllic cottage in the heart of the Michigan woods and rekindle the romance with your loved one. Our quaint retreat is the perfect size for couples seeking a secluded and intimate getaway.

As soon as you enter the bright and welcoming space you'll be enveloped in a sense of comfort and tranquility. Snuggle up on the plush couch in front of a warm and cozy fire, sipping on a glass of wine, and just enjoy each other's company. Or, venture out and explore the stunning natural surroundings – rent a kayak or canoe and discover the beauty of Platte Lake together, see a movie at the drive in, or explore the Lake Michigan beaches a mere stone's throw away.

When it's time to dine, you'll find plenty of charming restaurants nearby to choose from. Or, create a romantic meal together in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy it on the outdoor patio under the stars.

Our cottage is the perfect blend of convenience and seclusion, situated just a short drive from the Sleeping Bear Dunes and all the best attractions in the area. But at the end of the day, you'll love returning to the peacefulness and warmth of Serenity Woods.

Book your stay today and look forward to reigniting the spark with your special someone in the heart of Michigan.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Minimum primary renter must be 25 years old or older
Events are not allowed.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Contact the owner to arrange for more than 2 dogs.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Traverse City Area Serenity Woods Cottage Birch Point Honor MI
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Traverse City Area Serenity Woods Cottage Birch Point Honor MI
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About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Honor

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Little River Casino - 49 min drive - 66.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! located?

Situated in Honor, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Platte Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Old Indian Trail and Crystal Lake Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and cozy, bed comfortable. It was just as it appears in the pictures, and nice for a week exploring the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful little cottage in one of the most gorgeous areas of Michigan. The cottage had everything we needed for a family of six. It brings a sense of peace and escape from the hustle and bustle! The beds were comfortable. The location is great...so close to some glorious beaches. We also boat, so this was a great location to get on many different lakes with little effort. Thanks for a wonderful stay for our family to make more up north memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Spring Vacation

We had a great week exploring the Spring sites in and around the Sleeping Bear area. The house was very clean, quiet and cozy; perfect for our stay. Much nicer bath and kitchen than similar places we’ve stayed in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I enjoyed our two week stay in this cute cosy cottage. It was was very comfortable, including the king bed, and it had pretty much everything we needed for our stay, including a well equipped kitchen. It is in a very quiet and peaceful location, close to Sleeping Bear dunes, Frankfort and many hiking trails and beaches. The air conditioning was appreciated for some of the hotter days and when air quality was poor due to Canadian wildfires.We hope to be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I should have understood what dog friendly means. The house may have smelled a little like dog and I know it is near impossible to rid every blanket and couch of every dog hair. The bathroom and kitchen were very clean. The bedding and some towels were I little worn.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger & Sue S.

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

Cozy cabin

Really enjoyed our stay! Cabin was clean and welcoming. Would not mind staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Shelly S.

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

Perfect getaway

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Beautiful and Convenient

We frequent this area a few times a year but this was our first staying closer to Platte Lake. The property was well maintained and secluded. The house was very well kept. We had a minor hurdle during check in but John was incredibly responsive and it was resolved quickly and respectfully. We will definitely add this to our list for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an excellent stay from start to finish. Owner’s communication is great before and during the stay. The house itself is perfectly located for solitude and adventure. You are in between Frankfort/crystal lake and sleeping bear dunes/empire with both being 15 minutes north or south. Place was clean with all the amenities we could ask for. We certainly look forward to coming back! Thanks for the great weekend accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

We loved this place

Beautiful, clean, secluded, wonderful location.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Perfect

Perfect location. Short drive to everything that we were looking to do, kayak, beach, shop, wineries, restaurants, trails.The cottage is exceptionally well stocked. Clean and comfortable. The property manager was very responsive for all our needs. He even messaged us to warn of a storm coming in.Most important to me is that our dog was welcome. There is even a poop bag dispenser.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Y.

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

Vacation getaway

Had a wonderful vacation for the wife and I to unwind and relax. The cabin was just perfect and we truly enjoyed every moment. The Cabin was well stocked with everything we needed. We saw deer every evening in the forest surrounding our little cottage in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Beautiful, clean and cozy

Beautiful property and house located conveniently to so many local attractions! Perfect home base for relaxing and exploring northern Michigan.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

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

Great cottage

This was our second stay at Serenity Cottage and just as great as the first! Clean and comfortable, nice linens and kitchen, and easy access to Sleeping Bear.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Fabulous Weekend!

This is a very clean, comfortable and peaceful property! My family loved staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Great

Great time great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great Vacation House

Property was exactly as described, house was very clean. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Great Family Get- Away

Second time vacationing here. Lovely cottage in the woods. Clean, comfy and adorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Great Place!

Great place for our family vacation! Quiet wooded property. Host was very helpful with good communications. Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Platte River, and Traverse City which offered endless options for activities to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L., Ann Arbor

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

Great, super clean little house!

We had a terrific time here. It’s clean, new, and the hosts thought of so many little details to make it an easy place to stay. Excellent location that’s close to so many adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Highly Recommend A Visit

Very peaceful surroundings at this well kept up property. My dog and I had a wonderful time and hope to be back next year for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacob d.

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

Located conveniently outside of Frankfort

Stay was very pleasant. It's located back in the woods which allows for a quiet place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Top Notch

Very clean and well equipped property. Host was very communicative before the rental. No surprises. Ended up being a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Amazing Cottage!

We had the best time. The home was clean and very well stocked. We had a wonderful long weekend and hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wedding

Had a great time at the perfect little cottage! Will definitely visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024