Title: Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163000/104162931/58b6d0f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163000/104162931/23939372.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163000/104162931/a1de46c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163000/104162931/f3f8a2ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104170000/104163000/104162931/a84a8885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood on Big Platte Lake, Birch Cove Bungalow is the perfect retreat for families. Unwind in the spacious backyard with a dock, bonfire ring, gas grill and enjoy great views of the lake from an enclosed porch or huge deck. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Lake view ## 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. ### Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! Birch Cove Bungalow is a super cute and family-friendly cottage located in an incredible location on Big Platte Lake! It features a large and gorgeous waterfront backyard with a dock! Very comfy layout with 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom! Very safe, secure, and private! Also includes a huge backyard deck with great views of the lake, enclosed porch with great lake views, outdoor bonfire ring, gas grill, and television with DVD player. Perfect family getaway to northern Michigan! INTERACTION WITH GUESTS: Our local property manager lives in the area and is available to answer any questions and/or address any issues. NEIGHBORHOOD: The immediate neighborhood consists of lakefront homes on Big Platte Lake, most of which are secondary homes for professional families. The area is very safe, quiet, private, and secure! The cottage is in a perfect location for exploring the best of northern Michigan! The cottage is just a 5-minute drive from the incredible natural beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! It's also just a 10-minute drive to Platte Beach on Lake Michigan and a 13-minute drive to Beulah Beach on Crystal Lake! For fun shopping, dining, and entertainment, the charming beach towns of Frankfort, Beulah, and Empire are all less than a 30-minute drive from the cottage! If bigger city sites are desired, then downtown Traverse City, the epicenter of Michigan tourism, is just a 45-minute drive from the cottage! GUEST ACCESS: Guests have access to the entire house, except for a closet that is locked off for owner usage. THE SPACE: The home is very cute and comfy. It has been nicely updated in recent years and includes 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom that has a combination tub and shower. One of the bedrooms has a queen-size bed, one has a full-size, and one has two bunk beds, so the cottage can comfortably sleep 8 people. There is also a modern kitchen and a dining area with seating for 6 adults. The home has lots of windows and great natural lighting throughout! The cottage also features a huge backyard deck with great views of Big Platte Lake! On the deck, there is a gas grill and also a picnic table and Adirondack chairs for relaxing. Next to the deck, there is an enclosed porch area that also has great views of the lake. There is an outdoor bonfire ring next to the lake for having great family times together! TRANSIT: It is highly recommended that guests have their own means of transportation. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1) There are no Wi-Fi or television services at the property. There is a television with a DVD player though if you wish to bring DVDs. 2) Pets are not permitted at the property. 3) For sewer service, the property has holding tanks. An alarm signals when the holding tanks need to be emptied. It is necessary for guests to let us know when this signal occurs. We will get the holding tanks emptied promptly once informed of the need. 4) The cottage does not have a dishwasher. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Patio ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33554000/33553911/aa651d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! 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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 c16ffc7e-a5ed-43c9-b615-19b86bb32f23 ## About the area Located in Honor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crystal Mountain and Crystal Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve. [Visit our Honor travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Honor.dx6350719) [View more Cottages in Honor](https://www.expedia.ca/Honor-Cottages.d6350719-aaCottages.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%7C44.68936%2C-86.11552&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4OLO2-IYqMK1_5Usis1C4rWe9Nc=) Honor, MI ### What's nearby - Platte Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Crystal Lake Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.1 km - Betsie Valley Trail - 14 min drive - 11.9 km - Point Betsie Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 18.1 km - Frankfort Beach - 23 min drive - 24.5 km ### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Platte River Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cherry Hut - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Platte Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Old Indian Trail. Crystal Lake Golf Club and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birch Cove Bungalow - Gorgeous Lakefront with Private Dock! Reviews 9.6 ### 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 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilynn U. Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! The house is kept very clean and comfortable. The location is great with easy access to M-22. Overall, this was a great home base for our adventures. We appreciated the peaceful view and beautiful sunrises! ##### Marilynn U. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karsten W. Sep 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing An older but clean and well loved house off a nicely secluded drive. It was a great getaway with a beautiful view of the lake. No AC or wifi, but it wasn’t an issue the week we stayed. Would definitely stay again! ##### Karsten W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence B. Oct 20, 2024 #### Our stay at Birch Cove Bungalow Comfy, cozy cottage on a pretty lake with beautiful sunrises and night sky. The area has plenty of bike trails, hiking, a National Lakeshore and towns nearby with good food. We are planning to rent again. Thanks for a wonderful time! ##### Lawrence B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike C. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house and beautiful lake Fun ##### Mike C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy D. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2024 Trip Spent a week with family of 5 at Birch Point and had plenty of room with plenty of spaces. Deck is spacious and in good condition. Good grill. Back sun room very nice with comfortable seating. Very clean and well equipped kitchen. Beach area and dock were very nice, tucked away in a great location on the lake. Plan on staying again. ##### Amy D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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