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BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES

Cottage with kitchen, steps from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled on the serene shores of Long Lake, Birch Point offers a tranquil retreat for couples and families alike. Enjoy fishing or paddling past loons and sandhill cranes, then hike to breathtaking views of Lake Michigan from the old Indian trail across the street.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES

Birch Point is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath cottage located on the west end of Long Lake in Benzie County. The cottage has everything needed for a couples or family vacation. This is a private, serene setting on an all sports lake with amazing wildlife! Enjoy fishing or canoeing/kayaking past loons and sandhill cranes. Across the street you can hike the old Indian trail to stunning views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands and swim and lunch on the beach. Lake Michigan beaches and sunsets in beautiful Frankfort and the dune climb in Empire are must do's!

The area also boasts several golf courses, including Crystal Mountain and renowned Arcadia Bluffs. Tube down the Platte River. Take a drive to Traverse City or Glen Arbor. Try your luck at the casinos. Come enjoy the fall colors and salmon fishing. Lots to do in what GMA in 2011 voted "The most beautiful place in America!"

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Honor, MI

What's nearby

  • Old Indian Trail - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 27 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Front Street - 46 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Cabbage Shed - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES located?

Situated in Honor, this cottage is steps from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Lake Michigan. Old Indian Trail is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

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BIRCH POINT on LONG LAKE-AWESOME WATERFRONT SETTING-SLEEPING BEAR DUNES Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful property right on the water. Lots of activities within 20-30 minutes. Definitely out this at the top of your list!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marji M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Birch Point. Check-in was easy. The cottage was extremely clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. We were able to use the kayaks, which was a plus. The owner was very friendly and responsive. We would definitely rent this cottage again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Great spot for peaceful stay

Quick family visit, clean and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Honor cottage

Very well equipped home and very pleasant surroundings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful setting on a smaller Lake, 15 minutes from Lake Michigan. Home is perfect for 2 or 3 couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

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

Beautiful, Peaceful and Surrounded by Nature

My Wife, daughter and I shared a relaxing week at this wonderful spot. We made good use of the kayaks, played golf visited some of the local beaches and could not have had a better time. The host was available and helpful when needed and made sure we had everything we needed. One of the best VRBO experiences ever.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

iras

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
i house was nice and many animals and birds in area very quite and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Middle of everywhere

Such a great location to go exploring in any direction, including hiking trails to beautiful Lake Michigan just across the road. Nice clean accommodations with everything needed for a great family vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Wonderful!!!

We enjoyed our stay so much! This place is a gem. The house is so clean and the lakefront property is exactly as pictured, with canoes and kayaks for use. The property manager was very responsive and an amazing host. We felt so welcome and would DEFINITELY stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter P., Wooster, Ohio

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

Lake House Vacation

This is the second year we stayed here and loved it as much as our first. Super house for lake activities. Kayaks, canoe, fire pit, fishing poles. Highly recommend Manitou for eating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

Lovely property

The location was perfect for our small group: close to hiking, to a favorite restaurant, and by a beautiful lake. The cottage was very clean, the beds comfortable, and the kitchen well-equipped. We particularly enjoyed the sunrises and reading by the lake. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K.

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

Beautiful Setting

This beautiful cottage is exactly as it shows in the pictures. The lake was so much fun for our kids and provided endless hours of entertainment. The house had all we needed and more! We will be coming back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS W.

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

Fall Family Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at Long Lake. Sitting on the deck watching the sunrise in the morning was awesome. The bedrooms are huge and the kitchen well stocked. The lake was beautiful and great for kayaking, and the trailhead across the street offers an easy hike through the woods and dunes to Lake Michigan. Owner’s stayed in touch if we needed anything. Great stay, would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

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

Wonderful!

We’ve been coming to the area for more than 25 years and this home was the nicest we’ve ever stayed in. The property is perfect for a family to get away and unplug. We loved being within walking distance to the Old Indian Trail. We used it almost everyday of our trip! The house and property are extremely well maintained and very clean. It truly felt like we were staying in someone’s home and not a rental property. We would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Wonderful Place for our vacation!

This rental house is Wonderful! Great beds, and Great sheets! Very clean and there was everything we needed as a family to make some of our meals. The setting is beautiful as it’s on Long Lake. Our family loved sitting on their huge back porch overlooking the lake. The owners left recommendations for their favorite restaurants, things to do in the area, etc. They were also available if we had any questions. We will definitely be back! Thanks Bob and Linda
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Fantastic cottage!

This little cottage is a dream! Beautiful lake property with a lovely yard, super clean home, and all you need for a wonderful week in Michigan! Linda the property owner was only a message away and easy to communicate with. My family LOVED the lake and the private feel of the cottage. We also loved fishing on Long Lake! The house was clean and spacious with a well stocked kitchen for cooking. Would definitely recommend for those visiting MI! We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay again, thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Favorite Vacation Home!

We love Birch Point! We loved it so much that this was our second stay, and definitely not our last. The property is peaceful, quiet, and has lots of wildlife! The home is super clean, super comfortable and is completely stocked with everything you need to have a great week. From the kitchen to the kayaks outside! We love to sit outside on the dock in the morning and drink coffee. There are lots of hiking trails around and places to go, and not a far drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Linda is very friendly and easy to get in touch with in regards to anything to do with your stay. 5 stars, highly recommend!!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Super Lake Vacation

We had a wonderful time on vacation here. The owner Linda was friendly and very helpful. The house is clean, on a pretty lake, and well furnished. We used both kayaks and canoe numerous times. We were surprised at the amount of fishing equipment on hand which we also used. Linda had an outside fire pit ready for us to just light with a match. The locale is within sort drives of everything we were looking to do in the area. The welcome package was a nice touch. Great vacation!! We will stay here again and recommend highly.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Amazing summer get-away

My husband, 2 adult children with their spouses, and I stayed here for a week. I couldn’t have asked for a better set-up. The house was exceptionally clean, kitchen extremely well stocked and there was plenty of space for the 6 of us. The location was ideal: on quiet Long Lake, close to Lake Michigan, between Frankfort and Sleeping Bear Dunes. AND if that weren’t enough, the owners Linda & Bob couldn’t have been kinder, more helpful, or more generous. I could go on and on but suffice it to say, and I will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

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

Perfect family lake house!

We stayed at this lake house for four nights and we honestly cannot wait to come back! It was excessively big for our family of four, very comfortable and incredibly clean. It was well appointed with everything you need in the kitchen, as well as for the lake (kayaks, canoe, dock with ladder, firewood for the fire pit, lots of chairs, small sandy beach area). The lake was very accessible, clear, and peaceful. The house itself was the last of three on a dirt road and surrounded by trees. You truly feel up north here. And the location is perfect! So many hiking and biking trails nearby (including one within walking distance), as well as small towns, bigger lakes, and Lake Michigan, all practically right out the back door. And Linda is fabulous!! Great communication, early check-in offered, and thoughtful welcome gifts included (not to mention a very handy local list of things to do, places to eat, and very easy check out instructions). And the house was impressively clean when we arrived. I cannot say enough good things about this house and our experience here. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Very clean and very well stocked!

We were impressed immediately at the cleanliness of the house - from the counters to the floors to the drawers even. And as we looked around, every closet, pantry, and drawer had the items you would expect to find in your own home, and are likely to forget to bring along. For example, cling wrap! We needed it to cover some leftovers and there it was! Plastic sandwich bags for our packed lunch? Same drawer. How about laundry detergent? Also provided. Ice cube trays? Check. More towels than you would ever need? Yep - clean and folded on both levels. Firewood? Yep - in the shed. Speaking of the shed, you will be pleased to find fishing poles, life jacket, bocce ball set, Cornhole game, a fishing net, extra chairs, paddles and many other useful items ready for your use. The kayaks were so nice to have on the peaceful lake and my kids enjoyed the big yard with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs, while my wife and I loved hanging out in the massive porch with comfortable chairs and beautiful red flowers blooming in all of the planter boxes. I think having the owners right up the road makes such a difference as we could really sense the pride of ownership and just general ‘niceness’ of the property. Definitely not like one of the ones owned by a property management company where they just do the bare minimum. Finally, the location is quite literally across the street from a lovely National Lakeshore trailhead with a loop hike that takes you to Lake MichigaN
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was fantastic! Allowed us to come a couple hours early. Had a welcome gift! Answered texts immediately. Not to mention, the house was perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, very serene and good for family getaway. We especially liked paddle boarding on the quiet and beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Relaxing and enjoyable stay

Our entire group had a quiet relaxing getaway. The cottage was very clean and well-stocked. We had a lot of fun with the kayaks, canoe, tubes and simply floating and chillin' in the lake. Highly recommend for a family or simple getaway for 2.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

Relaxing stay - truly enjoyed the seclusion and privacy. Super easy connection with the owner. Clean and spacious with plenty of room for our adult children and grandson. Hiked daily on the trail located just across the street that leads to a quiet beach on Lake Michigan - loved rock hunting. Beautiful morning sunrises and quiet evenings. Supermoon glowing on the lake was a special treat! Wonderful spacious deck, plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture and well maintained grill ready to use. Perfect choice for our family and we are already planning to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022