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Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Holiday home with kitchen, near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • Place, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
  • Place, Empire Bluff Trail
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Quiet, wooded setting, 1mile from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore boundary, 3-1/2 miles to Lake Michigan beach, 5 miles to Lakeshore Visitor Center in Empire. Near NW Michigan Leelanau wine country. 23 miles to Traverse City. A/C. W&D, Gas Fireplace

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Honor

Located in Honor, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Burnett Park and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 13 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Little Finger Eatery - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Country house near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Platte Township Hall. Lake Michigan and Empire Bluff Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Fall Getaway

This was the perfect homebase for a fall getaway with friends. Everything was as expected and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry & Kellie H.

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

Beautiful Property

We had an amazing stay at this property, Everything you need and more. it is in a great location with lots to do. The owners do a great job keeping the property neat and clean with well stocked extras. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler T.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

Beautiful place in the center of many funnorthern michigan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Brand new, spotless, nice touches. Owner is very nice, responsive. Great location to see the area, including SBD, Empire etc
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well stocked….reasonable rental rate. Water was easily accessible. Owner was easy to reach if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Up north

Perfect spot to stay near empire and all the great places to explore. The place was comfortable with everything we needed. We made use of the travel guides and maps provided. Gary promptly answered all my questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Close to Dunes

Gary’s house was exactly as we read. It had everything we needed plus more and clean. Close to everything we planned to do to show our grandson the Dunes. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne M.

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

Peaceful And Relaxing

Spartan, clean, and welcoming with the necessities for a relaxing stay. Enjoyed starry nights and the only sounds being rustling leaves. Short drive to any of the Sleeping Bear Dunes accesses to the Great Lake and kayaking, hiking, biking, etc. Owner courteous and responsive — thank you for the flowers and yummy cherries. would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Greg S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Gary was very helpful and kind. Im not much for computers so we communicated through text and a phone call. He had the place ready for us earlier than check in and let us know in advance. Very quit, peacful setting, not that the photos are'nt good but the cottage looks even better in person. Nothing was broken or in poor condition, we enjoyed our stay. Thanks Gary!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Every detail covered! VERY clean and well stocked. Gary, the owner, responded quickly to our requests and questions. Lovely quiet property, wooded and serene. A real gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay. The home was cozy, set in the country on a large wooded lot. It was a quick drive to sleeping bear dunes and close to Glenn Arbor. Gary was a responsive host and easy to communicate with. I’d highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to visit the area. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved being 6 minutes form Esch Beach and Treat Farm Trail, two of our favorite places in the area. It was clean and quiet, with cozy cabin vibes. Someone did a lot of custom woodwork in this rental! It was nice to have a yard and trails behind the property to explore. The host was friendly and available via text for questions. Thanks, Gary! I hope we get to stay there again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gio D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay very close to the dunes. Gary was super responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, and stocked with plenty of towels, linens, cooking utensils, paper towel, toilet paper, etc. Perfect location for exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes and Leelanau. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home had all the amenities we needed to prepare meals. I especially appreciate the option for pour over coffee. The bathrooms were clean and could only be improved by adding a few more wash cloths. The bed linens were clean and comfortable, and it was nice to have different pillow options to suit individual preferences. The overall design of the home was beautiful and thoughtful. Gary, the property manager, shared that much of the interior wood came from the property which is pretty cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Lovely slice of paradise in Northern Michigan

The property was very pleasant from the deck to the grill and the fire pit to everything in the house. There were great amenities in the house, including paper goods, plenty of towels, and beach towels. It was very comfortable place to spend the week. The accessibility to Empire and the National Lakeshore was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Family Getaway

Family get away for long weekend. Gary was an excellent host and the property was as advertised. Within a short distance of Sleeping Bear Dunes and other attractions. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou H.

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

Peace and Quiet

My stay was wonderful. Quiet! Located near everything I like to do.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

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

Anniversary Get Away

We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO. Gary is a great host and very good with communication. The house was clean. We enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. We were able to travel short distances to the things we want to do while we were in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Wonderful home, wonderful host

A great vacation home conveniently located near Sleeping Bear lakeshore. Gary was a wonderful host and good communicator. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening bonfires and the spectacular stargazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Fabulous house, great location

We loved this house. It had space for us and our family, and all the amenities we could need for cooking our own meals with a well stocked kitchen. Gary is a fantastic host. He is very attentive and communicative. We couldn't have asked for anything more!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzenne M.

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

2 nights near sleeping bear dunes

We stayed in a recently renovated ranch home that offered enough room and accommodations for our brief trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

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

Great get-away location!

The house was very comfortable and well kept. Fantastic location. Just a short hop, skip, and a jump to some of the best beaches in the world. The walking trails on site are super, too. We could not have asked for more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline T.

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

Sleeping Bear Dunes

This property was very clean and well stocked. It was a cozy place with a nice yard. It was close to everything we wanted to do, including Sleeping Bear Dunes and Crystal Lake. I would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful, comfortable and everything you need for your stay. Excellent host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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Hosted by Gary

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