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Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Spectacular views of Big Star Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14194.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Star Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cecilia Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Big Rapids, MI (WBR-Roben-Hood)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14

Welcome to one of the most desirable properties on Big Star Lake, a beautiful all-sports lake located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. Large lakefront windows provide sensational views of the lake from every angle. The open main floor living area with beautiful reclaimed wood floors has a large fireplace anchored at one end, and a gourmet kitchen at the other, complete with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and all the food prep and cooking/serving implements you could want.
This property is the perfect setting for family & friends to come together and make amazing memories.

Summertime:
Soak up the sun on our private, sugar-sand beach. The gradual grade into the lake is ideal for families with small children. Secure your boat to our new 75' dock with swim ladder, or enjoy our watercraft: 2 stand up paddle boards, 2 kayaks, a 12' aluminum rowboat, and a paddleboat. Relax in a hammock or our luxury resort beach chairs with umbrellas. The attached garage features a bar, ping-pong, and darts, and just outside, enjoy corn hole. Gather around our large, beach fire pit, enjoy fishing, hiking, biking, ATV trails, world-class trout streams, nearby golfing and countless excursions. Watch bald eagles soar above and fish the lake, listen to the call of the loon, soak in all the sights and sounds of lake life. Reserve now for the best that Northern Michigan has to offer with luxurious accommodations and make lifelong memories at Big Star Lake House.

Fall:
In September, things quiet down here and it's a great time to enjoy fall colors, cooler temps and starry nights outdoors around the fire. Enjoy fishing, hiking, and miles of off-road trails. This is the perfect get away spot with great amenities like the heated garage/bar with games. Take a drive to Traverse City for wine tasting, or watch the sun set over the coast Lake Michigan, both easy day trips.

Winter:
Bring on the snow! The snowmobile trails go on & on and ice fishing is popular. The quiet, calm surroundings are so beautiful. This is a perfect spot to celebrate the holidays with family & friends. Enjoy a peaceful hike around the lake. Don't forget the hot coco.

Springtime:
Nature is awakening and the lake is wide open. You may even be lucky enough to witness a spectacular showing of Northern Lights. Every season is better at the lake!

In peak summer season (June, July, August) this Main House is rented along with the adjacent guest house for one week minimum stays. During the off-season, options include renting homes separately or together for 3 night stay minimum.
Both properties: Rental #3144662
Guest House only: Rental #3220645

Property manager

Laurie Brooks, Owner/Manager/Licensed Realtor®
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Signed Contract including all guest names and ages must be submitted to Owner/Manager along with Photo ID within 24 hrs of original booking.
Renter must be at least 30 years old and have a minimum rating of 3 stars on VRBO to book this vacation rental.
Maximum of 14 unique individuals allowed on the property during your stay. Additional guests must be authorized by property owners.

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
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 indicated that 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

About the area

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Big Star Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cecilia Lake - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Duck Lake - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Shrine of the Pines - 21 min drive - 11.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mel's On The Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Main Stream Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Baldwin, MI beach front home on Big Star Lake, 3bed/3bath+bunks sleeps 14 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Baldwin holiday home is just steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Big Star Lake. Gifford Lake and Duck Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Enjoyable stay!!

We enjoyed our stay!! The cottage was everything it said and much more!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue V.

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

Beautiful Property Beautiful Lake

The lake house exceeded our expectations. We appreciated everything about the lake house as well as the extra amenities. We are looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

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

Phenomenal!

Book this cottage, you won’t regret it. Laurie, the owner left nothing out to make your family stay here extra memorable. This place has it all! Incredible views right on the lake, breathtaking sunsets. The kids and I enjoyed the daily kayak and paddle board rides at sunset. The lake is so peaceful. The cottage felt like home away from home. Laurie is readily available with any questions! One of our favorite places. ♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Great location, great property, great host

Our group stayed here for an annual fishing trip and it exceeded our expectations. The host was incredibly gracious and helpful from the moment we booked through our check out. The property was well stocked and clean. There was plenty of room for our larger group. I’d highly recommend this if you are heading to the Baldwin area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Great place!

We booked this place, and the guest house, for our annual riding trip. The house was awesome and not far from the trails. We had an amazing time and would definitely return. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Brooks, Owner/Manager/Licensed Realtor®

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Hello! My name is Laurie Brooks, property owner, manager & licensed Realtor®. My husband, Bob, and I have been enjoying Big Star Lake for nearly a decade as visitors, and now we are overjoyed to get to share this little slice of heaven with you. We've taken great care to provide an inviting and relaxing space to gather with friends and family. You're going to love it here!

Why they chose this property

Location! The beach is perfection, and the all-sports lake is great for fun activities as well as just relaxing near the water. The homes are so well built with plenty of open spaces for gathering, quiet corners for reading, and so many activities on site and through surrounding areas, you won't want to leave.

What makes this property unique

Close to the city (75 minutes from Grand Rapids), and close to countless Northern Michigan attractions such as Lake Michigan, Traverse City Wine Country, Sleeping Bear Dunes scenic hikes, Crystal Mountain Resort golfing and downhill skiing, and world-renowned fishing along the Manistee River.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests