Welcome to Better Days Retreat! Enjoy this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom Bay City home, perfect for family getaways, wedding weekends, and large group stays. Accommodating up to 12 registered guests, the home features two spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms (featuring a handicap shower), Smart TVs, and thoughtful amenities. Just minutes from downtown shopping, dining, and attractions. Make your stay extra memorable with our optional add on celebration décor packages!
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♿ ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES
Our spacious ranch-style property offers step-free access throughout the main living level. Wheelchair ramps are available at both the front entrance and rear entrance leading to the backyard.
4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 living room and the kitchen are located on the same level, with 38-inch-wide doorways into every bedroom and bathroom.
One full bathroom features a roll-in shower with grab bars and an available shower bench.
The basement is accessed by stairs and is not part of the step-free living area. Basement features one bedroom with a queen and a 1/2 bathroom.
Starter household supplies per reservation:
* 2 trash bags
* 2 dishwasher tablets
* 1 roll of paper towels
* 6 rolls of toilet paper
* 3 laundry pods
Additional supplies may be needed for larger groups or extended stays.
🛋️ Living Areas
Our home offers two spacious living areas, perfect for relaxing, enjoying movie nights, or spending quality time together.
Amenities include:
* High-speed Wi-Fi
* 55-inch 4K Smart TV
* Board games, cards, and books
* Foosball table
* Comfortable gathering spaces
🛏️ Bedrooms
All five bedrooms include comfortable bedding with soft cotton sheets and pillowcases.
* Bedroom 1: Queen bed, 44-inch 4K Smart TV, dresser
* Bedroom 2: Queen bed, 44-inch 4K Smart TV, dresser
* Bedroom 3: Queen bed, 44-inch 4K Smart TV, dresser
* Bedroom 4: Two twin beds, kids play toys
* Bedroom 5: Queen bed, 44-inch 4K Smart TV (located in full finished basement)
Our five bedrooms accommodate 10 guests in traditional beds. For groups of up to 12, a queen-size air mattress is provided for two additional guests.
🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen
Prepare everything from morning coffee to family meals with:
* Gas stove and oven
* Refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher
* Coffee maker, Keurig and electric kettle
* Toaster, and air fryer
* Cookware, dishes, baking supplies, and utensils
* Spice rack
* Complimentary starter coffee and tea supplies, including sugar and creamer
🛁 Bathrooms
The home features 2.5 bathrooms:
* Two full upstairs bathrooms with showers (no bathtubs and located on main level)
* One downstairs half bathroom with a toilet and sink only
* One upstairs bathroom with a walk-in shower and grab bars
Bathroom amenities include:
* Bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths
* Black makeup-removal towels
* Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap
* Hair dryers
* Curling irons and flat irons
🧺 Laundry
A washer and dryer are available for guest use.
Complimentary supplies also include bleach, fabric sheets and stain remover.
🌿 Private Backyard & Patio
Enjoy seasonal outdoor amenities, including:
* Charcoal grill (charcoal provided)
* Patio table and chairs
* Propane fire pit (propane provided)
Outdoor amenities are generally available May 31 through October 1, weather permitting.
📍 Explore Bay City & Beyond
Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and area attractions.
Approximate driving times:
* 3 minutes to grocery stores and Walgreens
* 5 minutes to Downtown Bay City and antique shopping
* 7 minutes to Uptown Bay City
* 8 minutes to Bay County Golf Course
* 10 minutes to Saginaw Bay
* 14 minutes to Lake Huron beach access
* 15 minutes to Saginaw
* 20 minutes to Midland
* 25 minutes to Frankenmuth
🎉 Optional Celebration Décor Experience
Make your stay extra special!
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, bachelorette weekend, graduation, romantic getaway, girls’ trip, or another milestone, we offer optional, customized celebration décor packages.
Depending on your package, your experience may include:
* Coordinated decorations in the living room, dining area, and primary bedroom
* Balloon arrangements and decorative accents
* Photo-ready backdrops and props
* Personalized signs and themed decorations
* Styled bedroom décor with pillows, throws, and rose petals
* Coordinated table décor
* Snacks, treats, and refreshments
* Age-appropriate party favors
* Complete setup before arrival
* Removal of host-provided décor after checkout
Custom themes, colors, personalized items, and upgrades may be available for an additional fee.
Packages are subject to availability. Full payment is required upon package confirmation through an VRBO-permitted payment method.
Package pricing varies based on guest count, occasion, decorations, refreshments, and customization.
Photos of previous setups are examples. Individual décor items and themes may vary.
Celebration packages are intended for registered overnight guests and do not authorize parties or events prohibited by Vrbo or the property’s house rules.
Décor and Take-Home Items
Reusable decorations, pillows, throws, props, signs, and backdrops remain the property of Better Days Retreat.
Designated party favors, packaged treats, and approved take-home items are yours to keep.
❤️ Our Goal
At Better Days Retreat, we want you to feel comfortable, welcomed, and right at home.
Whether you’re visiting for a family getaway, wedding weekend, special occasion, or relaxing escape, we look forward to helping you create wonderful memories in Bay City.
Better Days Retreat — STAY • GATHER • CELEBRATE