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

Honor accommodation with kitchen

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A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and a grill.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A small, single-story house with a front porch, a blue door, and a small garden area.
A bedroom with a large bed, a rocking chair, a television mounted on the wall, and large windows with blinds.
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dining table with four chairs, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Honor, MI
  • Place, Platte Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Honor

In Honor .Stay at this Honor cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Platte Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Rush Lake. Loon Lake and Long Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 9 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 21 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Front Street - 42 min drive - 61.0 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬11 min drive

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!

Serenity Woods
Peaceful Woodland Retreat Near Platte Lake • Honor, Michigan • Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes & Traverse City
Escape to Serenity Woods, a peaceful retreat tucked away in the beautiful Michigan woods near Platte Lake in Honor, Michigan. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or an adventure with friends, Serenity Woods offers the perfect combination of privacy, comfort, and convenient access to some of Northern Michigan's most popular destinations.
Surrounded by trees and nature, this cozy cottage is a wonderful place to slow down, enjoy time together, and experience everything the area has to offer.
🏡 A Cozy Retreat for Couples & Families
Step inside and you'll find a bright, welcoming space designed for relaxing and spending time together. Curl up on the comfortable couch in front of a warm fire, prepare a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, or head outside to enjoy the peaceful wooded setting.
The outdoor patio is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee, share a meal, or unwind under the stars after a day of exploring.
For couples, Serenity Woods provides a quiet and intimate escape. For families and small groups, there's plenty to explore both on the property and throughout the surrounding area.
🛏️ Additional Sleeping Cabin
For guests who need additional sleeping space, a separate sleeping cabin on the property is available exclusively to guests staying at the main house.
The cabin can accommodate up to 4 additional guests and is a great option for families or groups who want a little extra space and privacy.
The additional cabin is not rented separately or to outside guests and is available only in conjunction with a reservation at the main house.
Additional cabin fee:
$50 per night
$50 one-time cleaning/linen fee
Maximum of 4 additional guests
The cabin must be requested at the time of booking so it can be included in the reservation.
The main house reservation does not automatically include use of the additional sleeping cabin.
🌲 Explore Northern Michigan
Serenity Woods is ideally located near Platte Lake, with easy access to some of the most beautiful scenery and attractions in Northwest Michigan.
Spend the day swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or simply enjoying the lake. Explore the trails and breathtaking views at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, relax on the beaches of Lake Michigan, or head into nearby towns for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
You'll also be within easy driving distance of:
🏖️ Platte Lake
🏝️ Lake Michigan beaches
🏜️ Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
🍒 Traverse City
⚓ Frankfort
🎬 Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre
🌲 Hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing
🍷 Wineries, breweries, restaurants, and local attractions
❤️ Something for Everyone
Whether you're spending a quiet weekend together, bringing the kids for a family adventure, or gathering with friends, Serenity Woods gives you a comfortable home base for exploring the area.
Spend your mornings on the lake, afternoons exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes or Lake Michigan, and evenings relaxing back at the cottage around the fire.
There's no need to choose between being close to the area's attractions and having a peaceful place to escape from it all — Serenity Woods gives you both.
🌅 Your Northern Michigan Getaway
Come experience the natural beauty of Honor and the surrounding Benzie and Leelanau County areas. From peaceful mornings in the woods to unforgettable sunsets over Lake Michigan, Serenity Woods is the perfect place to make lasting memories with the people who matter most.
Book your Northern Michigan getaway at Serenity Woods and enjoy the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and adventure.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Welcoming dogs only

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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

  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! to the airport?

This cottage is 32.2 mi (49-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! to the beach?

This cottage is 10.8 mi (18-min drive) from Bellows Public Beach and 12.6 mi (22-min drive) from Frankfort Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Serenity Woods Cottage at Platte Lake, Honor MI. Traverse City area! to downtown Honor?

This cottage is 5.3 mi away from Honor.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy cottage in the woods - perfect for what we needed it for. Clean and the host had great communication. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Site was perfect! Communication was smooth and easy. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Daughter and I go on trips up north every year, sometimes twice a year. We have stayed many places. This stay was great close to a lot of things we wanted to do. St Ambrose Cellars is our favorite stop and it was close by.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay here. It’s quiet, isolated in the woods, but close to Platte lake public access, river float rental, nice Lake Michigan beaches, and trails in sleeping bear dunes national seashore. The Manatou restaurant is right down the road, and downtown Frankfort is about 20 minutes away. The king bed is comfortable, the kitchen small but functional, the air conditioning works great, and it’s dog friendly! Check in/out is easy, and the host is responsive to inquiries.I would stay again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great management and a very pleasant stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was kind and communicated well. Property was perfect for a weekend away. Would come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is an absolute gem. The kitchen is so stocked with spices and cooking stuff. The beds are super comfy and clean. The bathroom is huge and spotless. The location is so private and wooded. Everything is ideal. It's a short drive to the lighthouse for amazing sunsets, to the dunes for hiking and sight seeing. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cozy cabin, perfect for our family’s fall break!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our long weekend. The cabin was exceptionally clean with all the amenities we needed. The kitchen was well stocked with all the dishes, pots, pans, utensils etc that we needed to cook all our meals. It was cold and rainy outside one day to warrant trying the fireplace, which warmed the cabin up in no time. Extremely pleased with our stay and looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved this place

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very welcoming. Soft music playing and the gas fireplace on. Nestled among the trees it was really very serene. The house was pristine. I will definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great time great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

This was a nice place away from everything. It was great for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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