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

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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!

It’s a beautiful time to visit Michigan!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 manager

John P. Jury or Micheala McGrath of TTMD Venture Capital Group, LLC

Languages

English, French, German, Polish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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

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 deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b5a96bx

About the area

Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

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

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!?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Old Indian Trail. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Crystal Lake Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kelsey f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall leaves trip
We truly enjoyed our stay as the place was well stocked with all of the amenities necessary for a comfortable visit. The special attention paid to the little things were much appreciated. We did run out of propane while cooking our streaks and had to finish them on the stove which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger & Sue S., Perry

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Normailed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
The house is beautiful. Everything was clean and fresh. The views of the woods through the expansive windows was amazing. Communication with the host was great and the house was exactly as described in the listing. My mother in law said she would live there if she could.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H., Washington Township, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for a Family Vacation
This property is perfectly located on the West side near Empire, Sleeping Bear, Glen Arbor, and many other great little cities to shop, dine, and enjoy some beach time. We were right around the corner from Riverside Canoe Trips so having a day on the river was super easy. The house itself is well appointed, has everything you need, super cute, and perfectly secluded. The extra cabin was perfect for some of my older kiddos. My dog loved being in the woods and it was just the perfect setting for her to run each day. Owner was super easy to communicate with and very helpful when needed. Highly recommend this property!! We will for sure be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private getaway
This property was phenomenal. The place was clean, comfortable, and cozy. There were plenty of pots and pans and herbs available for cooking. Hosts were excellent communicators and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

darla K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute!
This house is very cute! Quite location that was close to everything we wanted. You could tell someone put a lot of thought into setting up a great rental. It was perfect. I felt very comfortable talking with the owner and felt very supported. Great experience. ccomcomfortable comcomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Fun
Another wonderful stay at Serenity Woods Cottage! The place is always clean, comfortable and stocked with all the necessary amenities. The wooded property is a peaceful place to relax, in between adventures in the surrounding area. We will absolutely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great time great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Retreat
My spouse and I stayed with our dogs for a long weekend. It was quiet, clean and John was very communicative with any questions. We also enjoyed the use of the dog run so we could avoid chasing furry babes who may have wanted to wander into the woods. The house is not far from so many must-see northern towns and attractions. We hiked and ventured out most days without feeling like we were driving all over Northern Michigan. We hope to bring our family back for a stay in the future. It felt like home away from home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
We couldn't be more happy with our stay! We got all of the best accomodations we wanted and needed! Close to water and towns but hidden and quiet for us and our dogs! They had it so set up for pet friendly it was amazing! So clean and updated and the comfort made everything so much easier to not have any stress. We would recommend this get away to everyone and will for sure be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace
Close to everything, the cottage is so amazing, the detail of design. Close to Traverse City, Leland, Lake Leelanu, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E., Chelsea, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Ski weekend & stay at Serenity
Serenity was the perfect place to stay for myself and two teen boys who enjoy the outdoors. We skied Crystal mountain during the day and enjoyed walking up and ending down in the quiet peaceful woods surrounding this property. On our way out of town we stopped at Platte River Point Beach for scenic hike along Lake Michigan where we discovered some beautiful stone picking where the Platte River flows into the lake. We stopped in Copemish for brunch at the Copenmish Kitchen & Coffee. A true mom, pop & kids run kitchen. No frills just good quality ingredients with homemade love. We love supporting small local businesses ❤️💯. #grateful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Oh my! What an amazing property hidden back in the woods with deer visiting at dusk and early morning! While this property isn't huge, it is cozy and is beautiful! It also has THE best appointed kitchens I've ever come across at a rental. It made cooking Christmas Eve dinner a breeze. I highly recommend this property and would stay here again without hesitation when I'm up North again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
We really enjoyed our stay here it’s very pretty in the fall time with all the colors. It’s close to some fun areas to explore such as Esch beach, lake platte beach at sunset so pretty, sleeping bear sand dunes, Glen arbor (cherry republic), town of empire (chocolate store), and some cute places in honor Michigan such as the pizza diner. Also, we enjoyed fishing on platter river for some salmon and trout. Overall, peaceful setting and very clean house. Thank you for allowing us to stay here we enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, pretty, and secluded
Lovely property - tons of fall color and very quiet and secluded. We loved that we could get away from the world after a day of sightseeing. It was a nice area to walk our dog. Very nice cottage with tons of helpful furnishings and supplies. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking gadgets, and there were tons of towels and bed linens. The bathroom was roomy and the king-sized bed was welcome! The wifi was reliable and very fast. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private escape
Serenity Woods is just that. Serenity in the woods. Wonderfully quiet and secluded, we really enjoyed our weekend in the woods. My wife commented that it was very cute and cozy and just right for our two night stay. And I concur. It had everything that we needed for the weekend, including a comfortable king size bed, a nice sized bathroom as well as a nice living room and kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay at Serenity Woods and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness
October R&R
Serenity Woods Cottage was perfectly clean, comfortable and equipped with the necessities. The location is great for tranquil relaxing on the property or as a hub for all that the area offers. I will return and highly recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan C., Royal Oak

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
When looking for properties to rent, we came across this property and thought it looked real nice. This was the first property that we rented that the in person impression was better than the pictures showed. Online it looked real nice but to be there in person, it truly was great. On top of that the property manager was very nice to deal with. Overall great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend
We had a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend here. The property was peaceful and the cottage was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Beautiful setting, very clean and lovely throughout. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for being close to “up north” hot spots while staying in a secluded, private and relaxing space.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023