Title: 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! Family fun on the beach ## Photo gallery for 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! ![Exterior - 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! (Beulah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19883200/19883191/3b2d443d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, music library, video library, stereo - 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! (Beulah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19883200/19883191/4234ca6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! (Beulah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19883200/19883191/9bfd049b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! (Beulah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19883200/19883191/08062dff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! (Beulah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19883200/19883191/c14470a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Platte Lake Lodge, nestled near Sleeping Bear National Park, offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy boating or skiing on the 2,500-acre lake with small mouth bass and walleye fishing. Kayak to Lake Michigan via the Platte River or simply bask in the postcard-perfect sunsets. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! The Platte Lake Lodge - Located within 3 miles of Sleeping Bear National Park, this location lands you in close proximity to all the activities and shopping northern Michigan has to offer. Great location for golfing, boating, skiing, kayaking or just hanging out on the lake. The perimeter of the lake is shallow which allows the lake to warm up quickly and adds safety to your young guests while swimming and playing. The sunsets are a postcard view. Platte Lake is an all sports 2,500 acre lake with small mouth bass, pike, walleye and pan fish. Vacationers can kayak or canoe from the property through the Platte River to the shores of Lake Michigan. Platte Lake Lodge: Our family has been coming up here since 2004 and every year gets better and better. The memories and experiences of spending time with our friends and family is second to none. We never stop finding more things to do in the area. We're pleased to have you share our home and hope you have as many pleasurable experiences as we've had. Why the Owner Chose Beulah: This location is located within reach of so many activities. Being on Big Platte Lake gives one the option of boating, skiing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing and tubing. The Unique Benefits of The Platte Lake Lodge: The Platte Lake Lodge has a 120 feet of frontage on Big Platte Lake. The dock has an available boat lift. Six kayaks and 2 paddle boat are available for your use. The is also a pontoon available to rent exclusively for the guests of The Platte Lake Lodge. If you have a larger party, the main house sleeps 8-10 in 4 queen size beds in 2 bedrooms. The Bunk House sleeps 4 in 2 Queen size beds and The Loft has room for 6 in 3 Queen size beds. The main house has the two full bathrooms which services all 3 buildings. Even though the Loft and Bunk House don't have plumbing, the proximity to the main house is so close it hasn't been a problem. The family room has a large 55' TV with cable to watch your favorite movies at night. There is wireless internet if you need to check your email or surf the net. The main house has a new water softener. We recently added a a dishwasher and a new large refrigerator that has an ice maker and water dispenser. There is also a Keurig and a Mr. Coffee maker. The fire pit is one that will not be forgotten. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Canoeing - Golf - Kayak - Paddleboard - Snow sports gear - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 1,500 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/44000000/43460000/43459900/43459835/0a59e066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Crystal Lake Beach, walk downtown Beulah! 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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 Platte Lake Lodge-120' Big Platte Lake-perfect Large Groups 120' Frontage Platte Lake Lodge Pontoon Available!! Platte Lake Lodge-120' Big Platte Lake-perfect Large Groups 120' on Waterfront-platte Lake Lodge-pontoon Available!! Cabin 120' on Waterfront-platte Lake Lodge-pontoon Available!! Beulah ## About the area Located in Beulah, this vacation home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Crystal Mountain. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Beulah travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Beulah.dx6035095) [View more Vacation homes in Beulah](https://www.expedia.ca/Beulah-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6035095-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.67593%2C-86.07268&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UCmYrPEXMky3Oyst0Y1kMB9_UEE=) Beulah, MI ### What's nearby - ![lake sunset at the river outlet](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196995/b71b3ef6-6382-4e02-bc6f-005b48514a83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Platte Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320584/211350a6-ea0c-4a17-ba77-f924811585bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 11 min drive \- 13.8 km - ![Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331735/386be914-2d61-41f4-9067-b7c598d1f4b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal Mountain 21 min drive \- 28.8 km - ![Pie is Life! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3577/46519bfa-739e-470f-b723-fd8d051380e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Street 40 min drive \- 55.5 km - Little River Casino 47 min drive \- 66.2 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 12 min drive - A Papano's Pizza BEULAH 9 min drive - Cherry Hut 8 min drive - Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner 6 min drive - Platte River Inn 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!!? ### What time is check-out at 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!!? ### Where is 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 120' on Waterfront-Platte Lake Lodge-Pontoon Available!! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole P. Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved all the additional buildings so everyone has privacy. Great location. Brought our dog and she loved it. Will definitely be coming back ##### Nicole P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chloe B. Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful and clean ! ##### Chloe B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather T. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property with plenty of space! We absolutely loved this house and it was perfect for our family. We had an event in Frankfort and it was a great location. The kids enjoyed kayaking and playing in the water, while the adults enjoyed relaxing by the lake. Highly recommend. ##### Heather T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany T. Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This place is like a slice of heaven on earth!! 10/10 would stay here again in a heartbeat!! We visited Leland, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Frankfort. This was a great central location. The lake is clear and wasn’t too cold. Breathtaking sunsets right from the dock. Beds were comfy and I wanted to take the pillows home. We weren’t sure about the bathroom being in the main house only but it real wasn’t an issue. Stay here!! You won’t regret it! Thank you for having us and can’t wait to come back!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/82ff98bd-0927-4f31-b124-0071e67ca1f5-1759456983594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fdc8be4b-9b3d-4005-a4e0-48705bb33254-1759456987317.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e7d46aa4-8da5-4de4-b3ba-818c6004af4f-1759456981702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c89fd7c4-65f1-415d-9ef0-b632d99119b2-1759456982258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tiffany T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan K. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway Really enjoyed the property, location and activities. I would recommend to families wanting to spend some relaxing time on the lake, while enjoying the majestic surrounding area of northern Michigan. ##### Dan K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle R., Harbor Beach Michigan Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location! We were very comfortable, we had all we needed to enjoy our stay and would highly recommend to others ##### Michelle R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Trip Beautiful outside area with kayaks, fire pit and lovely water view. We enjoyed the spectacular views even with some rainy weather. We even saw a rainbow over the water. The small town restaurants were quaint and delicious. Fun trip! ##### Michelle S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca H. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We are a large family of varying ages. This is the perfect place for everyone! Jeff was the perfect host and easily accessible. The layout of the 3 living areas was perfect, as the loft was great for all-our kids. We rented the pontoon and it worked great. This property is so close to so many things and works well for large groups. We all agreed it is one of the nicest places we have ever rented! ##### Rebecca H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Autumn C. Oct 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful property! We enjoyed our stay at Platte lake. The lake was beautiful and we used the kayaks and paddle boards several times. The available firewood made it so nice to not worry about purchasing on the way. The bunk house had a very strong, but clean, smell that prevented us from sleeping in it even after hours of airing it out. We were disappointed that the hot tub listed was inaccurate as that was a key search component and something our party was hoping for. We enjoyed many surrounding sights and attractions such as the St Ambrose cellars and the sleeping bear dunes. Would stay here again! ##### Autumn C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katyn C. Sep 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cabin for large and small groups w/ on-site beach/kayaks. This is a great lakefront property with room for a large group. We only had 3 so we didn't use the extra space but can easily accommodate 2-3 families with small children or teens. Jeff has a great indoor hangout spot with a pool table as well as 6 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, a small beach where you can easily launch kayaks, a dock, 3 picnic tables, and a nice firepit with seating for 8+. Basically anything you'd want for a lakefront cabin with activities at your fingertips. The rental description is accurate. There was a portable AC unit in one of the upper rooms that did well for us. I expect it keeps the entire area upstairs cool if needed but it was mid 60's-70's during our stay mid-September. We would be happy to rent again. ##### Katyn C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee M. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Spot We had a fantastic time. We rented the pontoon. Did a little swimming and fishing off the pontoon. We used the included kayaks and paddleboard daily. They had a great sanded area where my granddaughter (2 1/2) played and built sandcastles. We rented another home about a mile away so we had a total of 18 people in and out. We played volleyball as there is a official net set up. My only complaint, the ball needed more air and we didn't have a needle. There is a pool table which we did not use but we did use the ping pong table for a little beer pong. We had a Hawaiian Luah one evening and the two tables on the back patio accommodated all of us. Close to downtown Frankfort. We golfed at Crystal Mountain. Visited two breweries and 1 distillery close by. Hikes Sleeping Bear Dunes. My husband and son road their bikes on the tart trail from Traverse City to Sutton Bay and back. We had a tour bus come and pick us up and we went to a couple wineries in Sutton Bay. We just alll around enjoyed ourselves. We always had dinners at the house. Never went out. Now, Jeff and Larry we need to talk your wives into renting us your home too, lol, and hopefully, a great combined price for both homes and pontoon. ##### Renee M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven S. Sep 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Lakefront Getaway Based on the review’s, we booked our stay 9 months ago. We just completed our week and the property did not disappoint - We loved it! There were only four of us and our dog, so plenty of space for all of us. The property can definitely handle four times the amount of our group. The property came equipped with kayaks, paddle boards, fire pit, dock, and more. Very shallow water well out past the dock. You can see the dark edge where it drops. Great place for swimming, not so much for fishing. You need to be out in the deeper water where the shelf is where all the fishing boats were fishing. Jeff has a pontoon available for use for an additional fee. The area where this property sits is close to town, yet secluded and in a private area via a good dirt road. No road or traffic noise, was very quiet. Great star gazing at night. We were lucky enough to have no rain during our stay. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Jeff was very responsive to the few questions we did have and was very accommodating. The wives said some of the skillets and baking pans were heavily used and could stand to be replaced, but were still usable. That is not a complaint, just something to be considered for the future. Our 12 year old black lab absolutely loved the lake. He spent much of his time swimming. We spent time kayaking and touring. My wife grew up in the area so we know a lot of secret spots most travelers have no idea about. Bottom line is we loved our stay. You will too! ##### Steven S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank G. Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect place for a weekend golf trip! ##### Frank G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy B. Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful week! Check-in was simple and Katie was immediately available for anything we needed. The setting is so quiet and peaceful, very few boats on the lake, even on the weekend. A bald eagle visited every day, and listening to the loons and sandhill cranes was magical. The availability of the pontoon was awesome, as were all the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, all of which we used every day. Great campfires and stargazing every night topped it all off. Having firewood available was nice too! ##### Kathy B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Phil R. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation 2025 The outside property had plenty of room for the kids to play in the yard and in the water. We loved the kayaks, the pool table and the ping pong table. The kitchen was well furnished, however the pots and pans could use some updating. I was under the impression the main house was air conditioning however, one upstairs room had a portable air conditioner but the other bedroom did not. The main floor did not have air conditioning and due to the high outside temperature it caused the house to be very warm. There was wifi however it could use updated and WiFi extender through out the houses. Overall we had a great stay and would consider renting it again. ##### Phil R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy K. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families. With 3 buildings gives privacy and helps with small children. Our grandchildren enjoyed playing in the sand, going fishing, having camp fires, kayaking and playing in the big yard. ##### Peggy K. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### CATHY H. Jun 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Platte Lake Vacation 2021 It was a very nice place to stay for vacation. Our family loves to vacation on the Platte Lake. The owner was very easy to work with. The place was very comfortable and clean. Nice place to relax and enjoy the sunsets. ##### CATHY H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail K. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Platte Lake Jeff was an amazing host - so helpful! ##### Gail K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john o. Jun 20, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Property was amazing and Jeff the owner was also amazing and was on hand to assist us with any little issue. The view from the house is absolutely beautiful with crystal clear water and they have kayaks and paddle boards available to use whenever. The place was super clean and has new beds with all the things needed to have a great vacation :) ##### john o. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann S. Aug 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what the Dr ordered Great week on a quiet lake. The property has everything you need for fun, fishing and relaxation. Kept our group of 10 ranging in age from 21-55 busy enjoying the lake and outdoors. Greeted by Jeff and he was on hand to help with any questions. ##### Ann S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Amy B. Nov 5, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Autumn We had an eventful weekend. There were a couple issues that Jeff responded to immediately and was so pleasant and kind even during a 3:30am phone call. 😬 We can see how ideal this would be for summer months for a large or extended family week. ##### Amy B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison M., Blue Ash Jul 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Million dollar setting and location My family and I truly enjoyed our stay and are still talking about the unforgettable sunsets and late night stargazing sitting by the fire. The lake is absolutely perfect with crystal clear water. The cabin is a typical rustic lake house with a great coffee pot! Jeff and his family make it easy to stay here. For those that are interested in the details, I'll share a few helpful details. Cabin - rustic and lived in but clean. The kitchen has all of the appliances, pots/pans that you'll need. If you like to cook, I'd recommend bringing spices, oils, etc. There is not much there beyond utensils. Charcoal grill available. There are plenty of good quality beds in the three places. We thought it might be odd but we found the loft to be an outstanding option for our teenagers. It felt very safe and they were thrilled to have their own space. There are two full bathrooms in the main house that both include showers. There is plenty of storage cubbies and towels. Bring outdoor towels. TVs - in the main house there is a large screen with cable and in the loft there is another large screen TV with Netflix options, smart tv. Lake & Outdoor area is absolutely phenomenal. This property has so much frontage space to make you incredibly comfortable, private, and enjoyable. You'll never want or need to be inside. Swim, kayak, paddle, or fish - it's all very easy and accessible. They provide numerous kayaks and a couple of SUPs. The access and entrance to the water is unbelievably easy and very soft sand bottom. Water shoes aren't necessary although my kids generally wore them. Great for kids. Huge side yard with volleyball net. Nice size fire pit in the yard overlooking the lake - perfect to take in the sunset and also to stick around and watch for stars into the night. Amazing clear skies - known for Ursa Major sightings. If you can get up around 6am, the sunrise was stunning as well. The area is pretty quiet. 5 minutes to groceries and a few local restaurants. Check out the Manitou if you're seeking fine dining (worth it). Frankfort is a 15 min ride and offers shopping, restaurants, etc. Traverse was about 30 minutes. If you like to run or bike, be sure to check out the Betsy Valley Trail that offers a 23 mile loop that you can pick up 5 minutes from the cabin. ##### Alison M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Marilyn J. Sep 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big Platte Perfect spot on big platte - water was great temp in september, lakebed was quite sandy. Great location to get to the Honor family market if needed and plenty of other activities (drive in, gold, etc.) near by. ##### Marilyn J. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. Sep 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation This house was large enough for myself and my 3 kids and their families , 7 adults and 3 children We all had our own bedrooms and space. Plenty to do. We enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards and pontoon boat. We went fishing, enjoyed the large yard, pool table and fire pit. We’ll definitely be back. ##### Julie D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane J. Aug 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful grounds Beautiful grounds. The outdoor space is absolutely perfect for large groups. Beach is sandy and clear. We would recommend this property to anyone. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Fire pit and chairs are top notch. ##### Jane J. 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