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Smart TV, fireplace, books
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142480 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Beulah, MI
  • Platte Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Betsie Valley Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Beulah

On lake.At this Beulah vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Platte Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Crystal Lake Golf Club. Champion Hill Golf Course and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Platte Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Pinecroft Golf Course - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hill Top Soda Shoppe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬7 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.

Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake

Where you can getaway from it all! Where the fish are always biting, the dunes and water are always beckoning and the family and friends can finally let loose!

What you think of when you think Northern Michigan!

We welcome you to relax in our Lake House on peaceful Big Platte Lake in Beaulah, Michigan. This one or two family vacation rental has it all: 3 bedrooms (one-1st floor bedroom and two-2nd level lake view bedrooms), 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, pool table, wet bar, all season porch, outdoor deck and dock and laundry facilities.

Big Platte is an all-sports Lake for boating, fishing and swimming. Nearby amenities include: Honor's Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre, Extraordinary sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, Platte River and Riverside's Canoe Rentals, Crystal Mountain Sky/Golf Resort, Lake Michigan trout/salmon fishing, The Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City/Frankfort/Manistee-shopping nightlife and Casinos all within 20 to 40 minutes away. Golfing can be found everywhere including Arcadia Bluff's world class course located 45 minutes to the South!

Don't forget to pack your recreational travel gear because this site is perfect for biking, hiking, backpacking and trail walking.

Additional amenities include a coffeemaker, a toaster, dishes and utensils.

Additional House Information: There are three bedrooms, 2 baths, full kitchen, grill and garage for storage if you're bringing toys. This beautiful lakefront home is located directly on the water! Step out the front door to a summer of fun! The water is shallow and sandy which is ideal for small kids. There is also a wooden dock that extends out 60 feet if you prefer to swim or jump into deeper waters.

Property manager

Joshua Williams

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 2,480 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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, a first aid kit, 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Front On Big Platte
Beautiful Lake Front Property on Big Platte Lake Beulah

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.5 mi (43-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.5 mi (22-min drive) from Frankfort Beach and 13 mi (23-min drive) from Elberta Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake to downtown Beulah?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi away from Beulah.

Beautiful property on Big Platte Lake Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 32 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tyler E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

The place was amazing. Great deck, plenty of room close to Sleeping Bear Dunes ( 10 min), Close to the River outfitters (10 Mins), grill worked perfectly and was well maintained which is something often neglected with home share places. I honestly cannot recommend this place enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beve S., Clarksville, MI USA.

Liked: Cleanliness

OUR FAMILY VACATION

We enjoy renting this property; it’s our second year with them. However, it was the actions of the previous renter before us this year that spoiled our stay. The pool table was totally destroyed and the hot tub was so dirty it was beyond help; every time it was turned it only sent more dirt through. These two items were what we were so looking forward to. The owners returned our calls promptly and were very apologetic and tried to be so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

STEFANIE T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views, needs updating

The outside of the property was beautiful. We enjoyed our time in the deck and dock swimming and watching the sunset. There is plenty of space in the home but it definitely needed some maintenance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Edo Z.

Disliked: Cleanliness

horrible

DO NOT RENT THIS PLACE. Upon check-in, host had not communicated info yet. Place is filthy. Carpet stains on both floors. Couch full of stains. Mouse ate our food wrapped in plastic on the counter. Oven did not work. Pots/pans filthy. Window coverings sparse. Lightbulbs missing throughout house. Advertised laundry, but we were asked not to use the laundry. No detergent. We were asked to minimize use of water. We were also asked to clean as much as we can when we leave -- but still paid cleaning fee. Bathrooms dirty. Slept in a bed that smelled like urine... Should have read the reviews -- quite a pattern established here. Emailed host after the first night. When he finally answered, his reply was that our expectations were too high. Logging a complaint with VRBO. This should not have slipped their radar.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D., Hudsonville

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay!

Nice large living areas and bedrooms. Beautiful views from deck. Nicely located. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

jon f.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dont Do It

The property is not as described or as reflected in the photos. There's a reason the kitchen and bathrooms are not reflected in the photos. What are also not reflected in the photos were the bugs in said kitchen and bathroom. For the two bedrooms with windows, both had several blinds missing. The outside of the property may have been well maintained at some point but it was not when we arrived. When we attempted to communicate with the property owner (he didnt contact us beforehand), the only response we received was the door code. VRBO's refund/rebooking process is no good so save yourself the trouble and don't do it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Jayme M.

Not so Hot Experience for the Price

I don’t generally write negative reviews on rental properties. I’d like to start off by first saying, we did not receive any check-in instructions, nor did we receive an access code to enter the house until 2 hours after check-in time. This means, My family had to wait out on the deck for 2 hours while I was on the phone with VRBO because owner was unresponsive. As soon as entering, there is a note on the wet bar area that states there is a load of dishes in the dishwasher and they didn’t have time to unload them. If checkout is 11:00, and check in is 4:00, there should be an ample amount of time to clean and make things presentable for the next group coming in. There are many reviews on this property citing things are functioning improperly THAT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED; the oven doesn’t switch out of preheat - we couldn’t use this and had to spend more money to feed our family of 9, burned out lightbulbs, missing blinds, etc. I do agree with one below that the view is this property’s only redeeming quality. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this stay to anyone. If there was obvious effort out towards keeping up with maintenance of this home, and concise communication with the owner on check in/checkout instructions, it would be a much more pleasurable experience for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Lisa F.

Beautiful lake, house need work

Big Platte is beautiful and made for a lot of fun for our 2 families. We had 4 adults and 8 kids at the house. Pros: The lake is super shallow and great for kids. The outdoor space was a great hang out and the hot tub was a nice touch. We saw the most amazing sunsets sitting out there! The upstairs bedroom with 3 queens made for a great kid room with plenty of space and the covered porch was a nice spot. The pool table was fun to have. Cons: the house needs a lot of TLC. It’s kind of an awkward layout. There is minimal counter space in the kitchen and the pantry was very odd, basically unusable space. The downstairs bedroom is listed as a queen bed but it’s definitely a full. There was a large spot of mold on the ceiling that needed attention. There are no windows in the downstairs bedroom which made it stuffy (no AC in the house and it was very warm while we were there). The ceiling fan was very noisy. The couches were covered in what looked like an old cut up blanket which seemed odd. A pipe under the kitchen sink burst while we were there flooding the kitchen. We had to scramble to find the shut off and then had to use every towel in the house to clean it up. The owner had been pretty responsive up until this event and I wasn’t provided with a phone number or any way to contact him outside of the app. Took an hour to hear from him regarding the emergency situation. We were down to 1 very small bathroom for 12 people while waiting it to be fixed the next day. Also, the house is right next to a public access point and there were a few times where random people were hanging out basically on the property. We enjoyed the lake and made some great memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Katie B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

House was not clean or worth the price!

I’ll start by saying the location is amazing, and the outdoor space at this property is its redeeming quality. There is lots of outdoor seating, and the lakefront view is incredible. The inside is a different story. The pictures make the property look much nicer than it is. There was a spot that looked like mold on the ceiling in one of the bedrooms. Some of the bedroom shades were broken and missing. A cabinet door in the kitchen was missing. The bathroom didn’t feel clean, and the towels were musty. In its current state, I would not recommend this property and wish I hadn’t spent so much on my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott P., Holland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

We had a great week! We love paddle boarding, biking, and swimming so the cabin and surrounding area delivered! Biked and to and swam at the mouth of the Platte River. Took our dog to Esch Beach and swam there - it was great. Biked the Betsy River Valley Trail from Beulah to Frankfort and hit the beach at Frankfort. If you like craft beer hit Stormcloud in Frankfort and 5 Shores in Beulah - both were excellent. Fishing was so so in the lake, but I caught a nice bass so they are in there. Water is crystal clear and there were many calm days for paddle boarding and kayaking. If you are looking for fresh fish hit the market in Frankfort. On a cool night the hot tub was well used! We would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beve S., Clarksville, MI USA.

Liked: Cleanliness

Something for every age

Right on the lake. The big deck, pool table and hot tub were big hits. The kids enjoyed catching minnows with their nets off the dock. Plenty of room including the garage and parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Karen G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location but house needs work

Pros: great location on the lake and near sleeping bear. Enough room to accommodate a big group. Cons: the house is not well maintained. Cleaning staff do a good job wiping down and vacuuming but kitchen and bath towels were stained and ripped. Some stains on bedding. Cracked window in dining room was not boarded up and both interior and exterior panes were cracked making it a safety hazard and unsightly from bugs and water collecting. Oven does not heat up well and left a strong smell of propane in the upstairs the first time we turned it on. Generally it’s a good deal for being on the water but you’ll want to spend your time outside! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing memories

My friends and I had a fantastic time. The lake was stunning and the hot tub and fire pit was a great addition. House was clean and felt like home for the time period!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Drew V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, great location

Fun all around
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View and Reasonable Accomodations

The great: the quietness of the lake, and of course, the hot tub. The good: accommodations were acceptable (especially for a house in the north!). Plenty of room for everyone, but the beds could be a scotch more comfy. Overall a great place to stay. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

I came here with some friends for an ice fishing/ski weekend. House was more than we expected. Everything was very clean and hottub was perfect for relaxing. Owner was very easy to get in touch with and answered all of my questions promptly. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Enjoyed

Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

The property is absolutely gorgeous with the lake (frozen over at the time). The rooms are also larger than pictured which was incredibly nice. The hot tub was clean and working and incredibly nice in contrast to the cold weather. There were also plenty of towels and dishes. Some of the blinds were broken and some other wall/decor/ceiling had some minor damage that we took pictures of upon entering the house for safety, however, it did not take away from the experience at all. The owner also responded very quickly with any questions and it was a very smooth trip. My group had a lot of fun playing pool and red ball with the pool table when staying at the house. Nearby, I recommend going to Peterson Road Beach (10 minute drive) for sunset one night! We also went skiing at Caberfae Peaks as well as sledding and hiking on Sleeping Bear Dunes. Overall, it was an amazing trip thanks to the lovely property and owner, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Danny R.

Need better communication

Location of house is great, very beautiful. Only issue was lack of information as far as how to work tv, checking out info, etc. Messages sent to owner got zero response.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelsee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good!

Great view on the lake! Seemed to be rushed with the cleaning but could be due to my request to arrive earlier! Overall great! And lots of room!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Rhonda L., Delton

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

Enjoyed the large house on the lake, hot tub and the deck. If some maintenance had been done it would have been an awesome trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Paulina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden gem

The outside of the home was absolutely stunning. The backyard leads you to crystal lake where the water is prisitne The inside was a little outdated. But overall a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Choice

Everything was as expected and the communication with the owner was prompt and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip!

Joshua’s place was what we expected and we enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Vanessa S.

Landlord lies, beware

We had great communication with the landlord leading up to our visit but it unfortunately broke down as soon as there was an issue. We booked this house because we had a group of 10 that could fit and it had a hot tub on the back deck that was mentioned throughout the VRBO listing multiple times as a great selling point. Because it was winter, we asked the landlord twice about things associated with the hot tub. “Do we need to bring extra towels to use for the hot tub?” “Are there any chemicals that we need to treat the hot tub with while we are staying at your house?” He replied quickly that there is nothing we need to do since his cleaning staff takes care of it. Upon our arrival, we go out back to fire up the hot tub only to find out that when we took the cover off, there was no water in the tub except for yellowish scum that was at the bottom and had obviously been there for days. We immediately call the landlord and he doesn’t pick up. We text him and he responds quickly saying that “a fuse blew” and that the “cover blew off the hot tub so they had to drain it” and that he is just finding out about this now and will send out two guys tomorrow to fix it. I brought up the fact that we asked multiple questions about the hot tub and he did not elude to there being any issues leading up to our stay. He went on to say that the “hot tub is winterized for the season” and that it was on the listing we viewed. We looked back at the listing and the term “winterized” was not on there at all and the hot tub was well advertised throughout the listing as being up and running. We even had a VRBO rep look into the listing and agreed with us. They sent out a request to the landlord to fix the issue in 24 hours or some type of credit would be issued. VRBO has not followed through with this even though they promised 3x to email us a form to file an official complaint. The landlord also stated that he would be willing to give us a small credit which is just not sufficient when you are paying what we paid and fed lies. Long story short, we texted the landlord again when nobody showed up the next day to fix the hot tub and he never replied to that nor did he issue any credit. Very dishonest landlord and we feel that we were a victim of a classic “bait and switch.” The worst part is the embarrassment that comes in from letting down your friends all because of a lying, misleading, con artist of a landlord.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020