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Peaceful Platte River Setting

Located near Beulah in beautiful Benzie County, The Willows offers a quiet Northern Michigan home base close to Crystal Lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Platte River adventures, beaches, trails, dining, and year-round outdoor fun.

  • Private Platte River access

  • Short drive to Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan beaches

  • Near Sleeping Bear Dunes, trails, kayaking, and scenic drives

  • Cozy four-season base for fall color, ski weekends and summer lake days

Easy to Reach, Hard to Leave

Tucked along the Platte River near Beulah, The Willows puts you close to Crystal Lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, trails, beaches, dining, and year-round Northern Michigan fun.

Crystal Lake

5 - 10 min drive

Sleeping Bear Dunes

15–25 min drive

Crystal Mountain

10 min drive

Traverse City

40 min drive

A Perfect Balance of Privacy & Adventure

The Willows gives you the rare combination of seclusion on the river and quick access to Michigan’s top destinations.

  • Quiet and private riverfront setting

  • Surrounded by nature, not crowds

  • Close to top tourist attractions

  • Ideal for families, couples, and groups