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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Big Bay, MI
  • Place, Lake Independence
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Perkins Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Big Bay

With a stay at this cottage in Big Bay, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Superior and Lake Independence. .This beach cottage is 24.9 mi (40 km) from Northern Michigan University and 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Little Presque Isle Recreation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Independence - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Perkins Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Northern Michigan University - 33 min drive - 31.9 miles
  • Presque Isle Park - 37 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Marquette Mountain - 43 min drive - 37.6 miles

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunder Bay Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lumberjack Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Hollow - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views!

Enjoy beautiful Lake Independence 25-30 miles NW of Marquette, MI with a 3-bedroom lake cottage right on the southside of the lake with a sandy beach and dock. Pontoon not included, but there is an open boat slip on our dock (mid-June through mid-October). 2 kayaks and stand up paddleboards with oars are included.

Some of the best UTV, snowmobiling, mountain biking, and skiing trails along with backcountry snowmobiling in the U.P. are right in your backdoor. Fish for walleye, perch, pike, and bass on Lake Independence in the summer or winter!

Fall 2023 Update: We've widened the driveway of N3324 so there is plenty of room for snowmobile trailers, along with additional parking. We've also purchased the empty lot next door so there is even more room for parking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free cottage features a stereo, books, and a playground. Amenities and recreational activities include games, a video library, and sledding nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

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
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this cosy cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

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

Big Bay Vacay!

We stay in Big Bay every year and this house was perfect for us. The hosts were great and the location was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband, our two dogs, and I stayed here the first week of October for our 25th anniversary.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARK P.

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

Cabin in the UP

Great stay, hosts were amazing and provided everything needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first stay so far north, it was a perfect location.Surrounded by hiking trails and coastal views. The city was a short drive away for any necessities.Favorite part was having a cozy place with Lake view to wake up to and watch the sun go down. Amazing!Host was incredibly attentive to our needs. Thanks Lee
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc T.

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

A Very Relaxing Get Away

We had a fantastic stay at this property. It is off the beaten path and a very quiet setting. The private beach was a nice place to relax and enjoy the water.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Host was wonderful. Answered all our questions. Very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Independance Big Bay, MI

House was great for our stay in Big Bay, had everything needed for our meals. Comfortable, great internet and even better Views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Secluded yet close to the action

Great communication with the host. The paddle boards and inflatable raft were enjoyed! We enjoyed the secluded spot close to all the great hiking spots and to Marquette.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

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

What a wonderful getaway on the lake, Thanks, the Hagens

Never left, why would you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Chill

Clean, quiet, little secluded. House has everything for a comfortable stay. If I’m in the area would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Cozy Cabin in Big Bay

Loved it. Our only problem is that there are only so many snowmobile trails coming out of Big Bay. Very Nice Place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

Eagles and Walleye

Great view .The deck is a great place to hang out the property is spacious , looking forward to coming back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Big Bay!!

This is perfect, very well stocked, all cooking utensils, good working grill and the list goes on and on. Lake independence is huge, amazingly quiet. We saw loons, eagles, hummingbirds, redstarts and more. Stay here if you want to be way up in UP.
Evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

fabulous

Relaxing, comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal M.

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

Short stay for my sons wedding

My son got married in the area and we booked the cabin to stay at. It was incredibly close to all of the wedding festivities which was great! We were pleasantly surprised with the views and coziness of the cabin. I would highly recommend staying here as it looked like it have everything for a family to enjoy a week of fun. Given the nature of our trip we really weren’t able to spend much time there but the time we did spend at the cabin was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Big Bay

Everything was as advertised, Lee was a fantastic host and a wealth of helpful information. The guest book was full of local history, and desired destinations. 5 stars! We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Great Cottage!

Excellent location and views. Cottage has modern amenities such as central AC and heat. Nice decorated and very comfortable with large bathroom and a/d. Kitchen and bathroom both extremely well stocked. Loved having use of two kayaks and the fire pit, although we didn't use, is a great bonus. We enjoyed our usual Big Bay Area activities and hope to be return guests. Lee, the host, responded very quickly to questions and is extremely friendly and professional as a VRBO host. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Todd R.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025