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Country house 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

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

Explore the area

Map
Honor, MI
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Empire Bluff Trail
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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

Property manager

Gary
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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 11:00 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.
Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 16 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Friendly Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tiffany's Ice Cream - ‬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 11:00 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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

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

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Doug N.

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

Wonderful vacation house

This house was perfect for enjoying Sleeping Bear lakeshore and surrounding area. We had all the activities close by and had the wooded, private property. We enjoyed biking, hiking, a Lake Michigan beach, and shopping small towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Fabulous Stay

This is a darling house. It has all the amenities needed for a great stay. It’s super close to Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. Our family had a great time at the park, then come back to a wonderful place where they could spread out and rest from all the climbing. I would stay again in a heartbeat. Additionally, Gary the owner was very helpful and responsive. Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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

Ken C.

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

peaceful stay

We loved everything about this house. The location is excellent for either the dunes or Traverse City and everything in between. The house itself felt new and clean. This is one of our favorite places we've stayed in! Gary is a fantastic host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison O.

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

Great location!

We really enjoyed our stay. The home had everything we needed and was conveniently located to the Sleeping Bear sand dunes. We especially enjoyed the peaceful mornings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie U.

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

The house was beautiful loved the quiet area had a great time will be back here

Beautiful setting house was beautiful loved they area host was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

K R.

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

The Perfect Secluded Cottage

We used this secluded home as our home base to explore the towns of Empire, Glen Arbor and Frankfort. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park is only a 10 min drive. Gorgeous part of the USA! The home was perfect for us (2 adults, 1 12yo child). The beds slept fantastic! Kitchen had all we needed. Enjoyed coffee on the deck listening to the birds and watching the squirrels search for treats. We enjoyed the board game selection. Loved the on-site hike through the woods. Had AC avail but didn’t even use it. We opened the windows and enjoyed the cooler breezes that we aren’t used to bc we live in the hot & humid south. The only recommendation I can think of that would be a nice addition/bonus is adding a cooler, 2 beach chairs and a beach umbrella for tenants use. We drove this trip and were able to bring ours with us. However the next visit we will likely fly and won’t be able to bring them so having those items avail would be great for visitors who plan to spend time on the beautiful beaches! Thanks, Gary, for allowing us to use your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Better than expected

Loved this house for our family of six. The interior is all updated with new woodwork and flooring. Beds were comfortable. The outside is the perfect setting for evening campfires. Gary was so helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

A delightful cabin

We came to visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We brought bikes with us and enjoyed several wonderful days. The cabin is spacious, well-maintained and very comfortable for a family of 4. It is attractive and quiet, a bit off the beaten path but central to the three main park areas. It has a lovely hike on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuh

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

Nice

I had fun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

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

Girls weekend!

We enjoyed the house, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

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

Awesome Quiet Place to stay in northern Michigan

Property was well cared for. The owner was very responsive and helpful. It was the annual fishing trip for my sons and me. This place was perfect for our needs, very clean, and in a beautiful area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

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

Beautiful Setting, Ideal Location!

House was very clean and well-maintained, and contained everything needed for an enjoyable stay. Property manager was also very responsive. There is a beautiful trail through the woods on the property in back of the house. Centrally located in an area which allows for day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City, attractions in the Leelanau Peninsula, etc. Would definitely select this house again when in the area and also recommend it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay at this house. It is very clean and in a beautiful location. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B., Indiana

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

Long Weekend in Benzie County

We found that this property had everything we needed and was conveniently located to enjoy the Sleeping Bear park area. My wife and daughter were completely satisfied with the accommodations. We did some hiking the first day on the owners large property and enjoyed the woods without driving anywhere. Overall, we had a great time in the area and want to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gary

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