This cabin places you next to Platte Lake and within a 10-minute drive of Crystal Lake Golf Club. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles
Crystal Mountain - 24 min drive - 19.5 miles
Front Street - 41 min drive - 34.5 miles
Traverse City Beach - 48 min drive - 38.4 miles
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - 9 min drive
Cherry Hut - 10 min drive
Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner - 5 min drive
Platte River Inn - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak!
The Kodiak Cabin is a charming and traditional log cabin at Twin Birch Resort, a lakefront resort on Little Platte with 4 cabins on the premises. The rental includes full access to Little Platte Lake including your own rowboat and kayak! There is also a dock and firepit at the resort that is shared among all 4 cabins. The cabins are all technologically updated with high-speed and live streaming Roku television. This log cabin truly provides for a fun, peaceful, and relaxing getaway!
NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is in a quiet neighborhood of lakefront homes and resorts, with Big Platte Lake on one side of the road and Little Platte Lake on the other side of the road. Boating, kayaking, and fishing are very popular on both lakes. Peterson Beach on Lake Michigan is also only 4.6 miles from the resort!
Outside of the immediate area, the property is close to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, Traverse City, and a lot of cute little beach towns in the area like Beulah, Frankfort, Empire, and Glen Arbor. There are all kinds of hiking trails in the area and outdoor activities of all kinds are very popular. The area truly provides for a great vacation getaway!
Note that the cabin is open year-round and it's warm and cozy in the winter! There are also a lot of activities in the area during the winter. Cross-country and downhill skiing are popular in the area and the cabin is just 16 miles from Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, which has both downhill and cross-country skiing as well as ice skating. Both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are available at nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Dunes is also great for winter hiking.
Ice fishing is popular in the area as well and Little Platte Lake, Big Platte Lake, and nearby Crystal Lake are all good spots for ice fishing. Snowmobiling is also popular and there are snowmobiling trails nearby in the Thompsonville area. Several communities in the area also have Christmas festivities and winter carnivals and/or parades.
TRANSIT:
It is recommended that guests have their own vehicle.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
(1) Due to seasonal weather constraints, all outdoor amenities (including the firepit, dock, boats, etc.) are only guaranteed in terms of availability from June 1 through Sept. 30. (2) Cable-equivalent stations are provided via Spectrum's streaming app. (3) Guests are welcome to bring their own motors or rent one for use with the row boats. Crystal Lake Marina in Honor and Beulah rent boat motors. Motors should be 10 Horsepower or less and must be short shaft because Little Platte Lake is VERY shallow. (4) Fans are provided, but the cabin does NOT have air conditioning. (5) Peterson Beach on Lake Michigan is only 4.6 miles from the resort!
The cabin is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.
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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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
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
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cabin?
This cabin is located in Honor, just steps from Platte Lake. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Champion Hill Golf Course within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this cabin?
No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.
Is this cabin associated with a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.
Is Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak! a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this cabin will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.
Does Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak! have a hot tub?
No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cabin include breakfast service?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.
Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?
No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this cabin?
The closest major airport to this cabin is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 29.2 mi away (37 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak!?
Yes, every cabin at Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak! comes with a deck.
Twin Birch Resort - The Kodiak Cabin: Lake Access with Dock, Rowboat, and Kayak! Reviews
Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
John M.
Sep 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Have always stayed at the Brown Bear but the 1st stay in Kodiak was very nice and comfortable. The dishwasher wasn’t working but that was ok we did the dishes and left them out to dry when we left. Very comfortable bed and furnishings. I missed the screened in porch but it only rained for a few days. Can’t wait to come back! Thank You!John Meister
John M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha T.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property was the perfect home base to explore Michigan. Less than 20 minutes from Sleeping Bears Dunes and less than 5 miles from beach front at Lake Michigan, it allowed us time to explore instead of wasting time driving. Teenage sons enjoyed the lake and boats provided with the rental. Cabin was clean and spacious for our family of 4. We’d stay again!
Samantha T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Judy C.
Jul 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Resort
Clean, nice furniture, confertable beds, well stock kitched utensils, dishes every thing you need to have a great vacation.
Judy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelley C.
Jun 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Kodiak cabin was the perfect choice for our family trip. We have stayed at many cabins and this was by far the cleanest and most cofortable. The location was close to all of the area attractions we wanted to check out and the kayaks and rowboats were great for heading out on the water.
Kelley C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Joe G.
Jan 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
I liked this place. Has that old-school, “up north”, Michigan cabin vibe. Exactly what I was looking for. Nice and clean. Management was very responsive. There are plastic bags, or barriers, on all of the mattresses. I guess that’s hygienic? It doesn’t make for a comfortable night’s sleep, however.
Joe G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frank S.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to Stay
We have a really nice stay. Lots of little extras we weren’t expecting!
Frank S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Glenn B., Portland, Oregon USA
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in the woods
Cabin was great, as is location. The ad however had mentioned a kayak, a canoe, and a firepit included, which we were told after check in were not available in October as these are seasonal items offered. Slightly disappointing as that was part of the reason we chose this location, but the cabin itself was great. Would stay again, but a bit misleading regarding amenities offered in the ad listing.
Glenn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara K.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Just what we needed to stay close by for a salmon fishing weekend
Sara K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brook L., Bradenton, USA
Sep 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Northwest Michigan 2024
The cabin presented well. Clean and very comfortable for 4 people. It was our base from which we enjoyed torch lake and the local wineries. The lake on the property was pristine and we enjoyed the bonfire area both evenings. The quiet neighborhood was well kept and people were friendly.