Relax with the whole family at this peaceful 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath on Big Platte Lake! An all sports lake with excellent fishing! The space This cottage sits less than 50 feet from the water. This cottage originally built in the 20's as a summer only cottage, renovated in 2014 from the outside in order to maintain its beautiful interior appearance is now a true year round cottage. Complete with modern heating and cooling systems, updated kitchen and bathrooms. At 2200 square feet and 4 bedrooms this cottage will sleep 10 very comfortably. 2 bedrooms with king beds, one with a queen and a very cool double bunk room that kids or adults will be very comfortable in. There are large rooms for people to spread out in, or gather as a group. This cottage has two eating areas, a formal dining room and another one overlooking Platte Lake. Outside you will find a large 10 X 32 foot deck overlooking the lake with plenty of seating for all. A large fire pit with comfortable adirondack chairs around it. A large dock with a large platform at the end with a high top table and chairs, 4 kayaks and 2 SUP's at your disposal located at the dock. The large outdoor shower is a favorite and a great place to rinse off after a beach day. This shower getting the warm afternoon sun is a fun and relaxing place to shower for the evening or any time. There is ample parking for 4 vehicles are on the property. Located on the south shore of Big Platte, you are close to many of the area's great attractions and cottage towns like Beulah, Frankfort, Empire, Glen Arbor, Leland and Traverse City most in 30 minutes or less. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is minutes away with many great hikes and Lake Michigan beaches. Kayak, tube or canoe the very popular Platte River which will take you out to Lake Michigan and a great end to the day, again just minutes away. THE PROPERTY Private Dock / Sunroom / Outdoor Shower /Lakefront / Big Platte Lake / Washer & Dryer/Bedroom 1: 2 Twin Bunks ( 4 total twin beds) /Bedroom 2: Queen Bed l Bedroom 3: King Bed/Bedroom 4: King Bed l Twin Mattress in Closet / Additional Sleeping: Pack n’ Play / Twin Mattress OUTDOOR LIVING: Spacious yard, fire pit, gas grill, lounge seating, outdoor dining set, polish horse shoes, lake access, kayaks, paddle boards, fire pit, outdoor shower, sand toys, croquet set, bochy ball INDOOR LIVING: 1.5 baths, 1 Smart TV, board games & books, fireplace (decorative), 2 dining tables, central air, sun room, trash compactor KITCHEN: Refrigerator, coffee maker (Keurig & traditional drip pot), stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, dishware & flatware, cookware, blender, kettle GENERAL: Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, towels/linens, trash bags/paper towels, hair dryer Things to do: Wine tours Hiking Tubing Cherry bowl drive in theatre Crystal Mountain Ski Resort Distance to: Honor Family Market (grocery store)-3.5 miles Airport (Cherry Capitol)-30 miles Hospital-Munson Medical Center-27 miles Interlochen Center For The Arts-19 miles Nearby Lakes: Big Platte Lake- (House is on Big Platte Lake) Little Platte Lake- 7.7 miles Crystal Lake-3 miles Glen Lake-19 miles Lake Leelanau-31 miles Fishing: Platte Lake is excellent for bass fishing! You will also find walleye, pike & bluegill. We do not provide any fishing equipment so be sure to bring your own poles and tackle. You must also carry a Michigan fishing license. Day Trips: Glen Arbor-21 miles Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore-2 miles Frankfort-15 miles Northport-50 miles Float trips: Riverside Canoe Trips-3.8 miles Crystal Lake Adventure Sports-6.6 miles Tipsy Canoe Rental and Brewery-3 miles Tee Time: Crystal Lake Golf Course-5.5 miles Pinecroft Golf Course-6.8 miles Champion Hill Golf Course- 4.7 miles Crystal Mountain- 16 miles Arcadia Bluffs- 25 miles HOUSE RULES - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story home requires stairs to enter. A half bathroom is located on the 1st floor - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras continuously record video. Guest access Whole home access. No access to garage