Casual cozy Baldwin River 3 Bedroom Cabin. Fish on site, ATV, Canoe nearby.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 678.0 sq m

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Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Baldwin, MI

Balwin Teen Health Center
‪6 min drive‬
Shrine of the Pines
‪9 min drive‬
Big Star Lake
‪25 min drive‬
Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Larger twin bedroom.

2 Single Beds

Master/Queen

1 Queen Bed

Small twin room, interior of cabin.

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

This 3 bedroom 1 bath cabin has a full kitchen, living room with gas fireplace, a furnished comfortable screened in porch and an uncovered outside porch surrounded by bench seating. It sits on a bluff overlooking the Sanborn Creek/Baldwin River and offers stairs to and a deck at the river's edge. The property sits on 9.25 acres adjacent to the Huron-Manistee National forest.
Exterior amenities include an outdoor propane grill, large charcoal grill, and fire pit.
This place is any outdoor enthusiast's dream! Activities abound including: fishing, river floating/tubing, hiking, and bird watching not to mention that ORV trails lie nearby.
Internet is available!
Great for:
Glamping Trips
RV and OTV Riders
Fisherman
Bow Hunters
Birders
Couples
Hikers
Families
Canoeing, Tubing, Floating, Kayaking are not permitted on the river behind the Cabin. You must go through a rental facility to rent a vessel with an MC #.
Suggestion:
Baldwin Canoe Rental
231-745-4669
https://www.baldwincanoe.com/

Property manager

Carolyn Gaston

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve, while Shrine of the Pines and Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Balwin Teen Health Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Shrine of the Pines - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
Hamlin Lake - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
Big Star Lake - 25 min drive - 14.5 km

Restaurants

‪Mel's On The Lake - ‬25 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Barski - ‬9 min drive
‪Jones Homemade Ice Cream - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casual cozy Baldwin River 3 Bedroom Cabin. Fish on site, ATV, Canoe nearby. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casual cozy Baldwin River 3 Bedroom Cabin. Fish on site, ATV, Canoe nearby. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casual cozy Baldwin River 3 Bedroom Cabin. Fish on site, ATV, Canoe nearby. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casual cozy Baldwin River 3 Bedroom Cabin. Fish on site, ATV, Canoe nearby. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cashlon Lake and Balwin Teen Health Center. Mench Lake and Bush Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kendall S.

20 Oct 2024

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

Long Fall Weekend..

Had some friends join us on a Fall Weekend getaway. They loved the rustic and peacefulness of the cabin and were amazed at the location. Made some great memories and they are eager to come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick M.

19 Sept 2023

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

September Salmon Trip

Place was as described. Very convenient and well suited for a fishing weekend. Outdoor area and deck overlooking the river is a bonus. Look forward to coming back. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

20 Aug 2023

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

North woods cabin

Wonderful stay. Was easy to get to, private and peaceful, relaxing stay. Beds were comfortable , cabin had everything we needed and more. Loved the screened in porch , the dock by the river , the fire pit and the beautiful surroundings. The cabin was wonderfully decorated, so clean and comfortable. The gas fireplace was a bonus on the morning that got down to 49. Warm and cozy. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

29 May 2023

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

Cabin by the river

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin in the woods. There was a large fire pit and we enjoyed the fire there several evenings. It was relaxing sitting on the screened in porch and hearing and watching the river below. The bed was very comfortable so we rested well. The evenings were cool so we enjoyed the gas fireplace also. Thank you for sharing this cabin and property with us.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rhonda d.

11 July 2024

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

Property was beautiful, but had a few problems.

The property was beautiful and we had enough room for six guys. But we did have a few problems. The dishwasher did not work and spewed water all over the place and we had a hard time getting the vac cleaner to work. It was also advertised as having a hot tub, but there was none. But otherwise we had a great time.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall S., United States

8 Oct 2023

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

Annual Customer Appreciation

This has been the location for my customer appreciation trip for the last few years. Everyone loves the peacefulness of the property and how it seems to transport you back in time. With it nestled in the woods and lazy stream right there. You feel like you’re 100 miles away from everything. Yet, everything you need is with in a minutes drive. I will continue staying here for many more years to come.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy K.

6 July 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

The screened in back porch is amazing!

Really, the best part of the cabin is that beautiful back porch. You can sit there and eat all of your meals just listening to the birds sing, watching the fish jump out of the river, and feeling the breeze, completely protected from buzzing insects. We were there when it was 90°, but the cabin stayed only in the high 70s even with no air conditioning. The ceiling fans were helpful as well. Easy check in and out. You are in the woods at the cabin but still close to Baldwin. The north country hiking trail is clise by and was incredible, as was canoeing on the Baldwin River. We also went to Ludington and enjoyed Lake Michigan. It was a great trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Alan K.

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cabin on the Baldwin River

The cabin has a musty/mold order. No smoke detectors. The dishwasher works fine, just be careful when opening the door. The dishwasher is not secured to the countertop and falls forward. The wooden kitchen countertops and wood cutting boards are a health risk. Who knows what bacteria is lurking inside the pours. The wall mounted can opener is vintage and a health risk. I bought a new opener and took it home with me. I hand washed all plates, utensils, pots and pans and drinking glasses and coffee cups prior to using them. Some of the drinking cups were not clean! Also, there is no venting in the kitchen when using the gas stove. The walls in some of the rooms are covered with dust. Not healthy to breathe. Outside there is a risk of tripping over the walkway edging. Overall the cabin needs some TLC.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Walker M.

19 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good!

Nice, rustic cabin with a beautiful view of the river. Everything was clean and ready to go for our stay. I particularly liked the big screened porch. The listing indicated there was WiFi and I don’t think that is correct. Not a big deal to us, but it might be to others. After many vacation rentals, this was the first time I can recall seeing a listing of fines. In my opinion, those potential fines should be presented to people before agreeing to rent the property. The items aren’t overly burdensome and some are expected (taking sheets/towels). You do pay an excessive “cleaning fee” so a couple of the potential fines struck me as a bit odd. With all that said, we enjoyed our stay and were very happy to be there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Keith and Marlene A., Baroda, MI

21 Aug 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not as advertised

This property was overtaken by large black ants and so many cobwebs. Floors had not been swept or mopped in months and I had to clean the oven before we could even use it. They only supplied two bath towels for the entire stay for two people. I contacted the property owner and she refunded my cleaning deposit, which was nice. However, you can't hike the property nor can you fish as there is a large tree at the end of stairwell to the creek. There is no A/C in the home and some windows didn't open and most of the others had ripped and torn screens. Overall if someone would give this place a little TLC it would be a super cute place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kendall S., United States

18 Oct 2022

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

Never disappoints !

For me, this property is like stepping back in time. Very sportsman themed. It’s just secluded enough but also it’s right in the middle of the mix of everything you need. Peaceful relaxing just what the doctor ordered.

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Alison N.

9 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

1st street cabin

Nice cabin but not really as good as the pictures. No heat in one of the bedrooms. Musty smell when you first walk in. Beware of all the penalties upon checking out. Lighting is very dim. You cannot possibly tie any flies without additional lights unless you’re in the bathroom.. Screened porch is great with a nice view of Baldwin River. Need to bring your own cone filters for the coffee maker. Convenient for the salmon run. No wi-fi and phone coverage is iffy.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

3 Oct 2022

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

Fish On

Great fish camp. I love the cabin decor. No internet is a bonus. Owners choice of DVDs is great - Predator, 3 Amigos, My Cousin Vinny, and vintage Chuck Norris- The Octagon.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Dale C.

18 Sept 2022

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

Traditional fishing camp

Relatively isolated traditional fishing camp. Felt like your grandfather took his buddies there to fish, hunt, or perhaps enjoy a wee dram by the fire. The inside of the cabin can not be improved upon. I hope the exterior issues are addressed soon because this is a special place that deserves to be maintained and preserved.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shekini J.

21 Aug 2022

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

Clean, quiet, and peaceful getaway in the woods, near the water

My husband and I were there to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. We really enjoyed our stay. It is just about 10 minutes away from the historic Idlewild, MI. The home is clean, quiet, and peaceful. And, check-in and check-out are contactless. As we pulled up to the property, I was satisfied to see that we were tucked away in a private area of the woods that only we had access to, but still close enough to neighborhoods so that we didn't feel dangerously alone. We needed a place that was accessible, so the fact that there were no stairs leading into the home was excellent. And, there was a walk-in shower, which was also wonderful. The walk-in closet in our bedroom provided a lot of storage for us to place our suitcases and shoes so that we had more walking space. I really wanted a place where I could prepare our meals. So, I love the fact that the kitchen had a gas stove, oven, full-sized refrigerator/freezer, and microwave. And, whether we chose to sit in the enclosed patio, or step outside on the patio, it was really nice to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, including the huge fish that swam in the water. We also had access to a fireplace and a fire pit that we chose not to use this time. But, I imagine that they are both beautiful when lit. I know that firepit will be wonderful for warmth on cool Baldwin nights, and roasting marshmallows. This serene escape was just the relaxing break we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

1 July 2022

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

Great isolated cabin

Great time

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

visakh g.

29 May 2022

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

Excellent

Awesome location and privacy. Everything as shown in the picture. Would recommend this place for family vacation stay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

27 Sept 2021

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

Long Fishing Weekend

Loved the "up north" feel to the place. Open beamed ceiling with stone fireplace. Was perfect as to the type and style of a place I like to stay for our long fishing weekends.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

31 Aug 2021

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

Great, rustic cabin in the woods but close to town

We loved our stay at this cabin. It was close to hiking and riding trails, along with easy access to the river for floating and fishing. The cabin was clean, well stocked, and had everything we needed for cooking. Great grill set-up so we went to Sander's in Custer and got brats and thick chops. We will definitely try to stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

26 July 2021

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

Golf trip

We weren’t there for long but it met all our needs and we enjoyed the peacefulness of it. Didn’t hear or see any traffic.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Adonica K.

21 June 2021

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

Great getaway

This property was very nice clean and made you feel like home. My family and I enjoyed the peace and just being around nature. I gave it a 4 star because the overall experience was awesome. The only thing I didn’t enjoy was the black ants. I found myself flicking them off of me or stepping on them a lot in the cabin. I have boys so it didn’t bother them as much as it did me. Again overall great place for a family trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frederick M.

24 Oct 2020

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

Fishing escape

Really had an enjoyable weekend. The property was as described in the posting. The owners were readily available for all questions. All of us really enjoyed the house and outdoor area for some relaxation after long days on the river. Looking forward to a return visit. Thank you for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

6 Oct 2020

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

This place is perfect for a family vacation. Peaceful yet close to anything you need.

Cool place, I would stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

3 Oct 2020

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

Great cabin far away from neighboring houses

The cabin was beautiful and well kept. A decent bit of pots and pans, nice grill, full sized fridge. The creek was beautiful with a nice drop-off to jump in. The screened in porch is great! My friends and I will probably rent again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Samantha S., Holly

16 Aug 2020

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

The Whimsical Cabin

The cabin was nice and secluded nestled back in the woods, spacious enough for 4 adults and 1 child. We had a wonderful time roaming the property and it's a short walk to downtown. No wifi at the house, which made for more quality family time, however I was still able to get phone service at the house. From the porch and back patio the river view is beautiful, I only wish we could have been able to access the water, however we were still able to fish the on the bank. Also be mindful that under the stairs leading to the water, there is an underground bees nest, as long as you don't disturb the pine needles on the steps they leave you alone, no worries. The only improvements the property needs are a few window screens and replacement of at least one if not both twin mattresses in the smallest bedroom (my 7 year old didn't have any issues though). Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our time spent here and will be reserving again in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Larger twin bedroom.

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Small twin room, interior of cabin.

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