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Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan

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Sunrise from the deck.
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Sunrise reflected in the windows.
Sunrise from living room couch.
Sunrise from upstairs bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9180.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bay City, MI
  • Bay City State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wenonah Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Riverwalk Pier
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan

3 Bedroom Beach House near Bay City State Park

This beach house has over 1900 sq. ft. of living space on one of the best beaches in Mid Michigan. The homes first floor has a spacious living area, fully equipped kitchen (all appliances, pots, pans, dishes, eating utensils, etc.), one bedroom (queen sized), and a full bath (both with tub/shower combinations). The living room includes a couch, two love seats and a table with seating for four in front of the fireplace. The upstairs has two bedrooms (one with a double bed and a single bed, the other with two twin beds and one double bed), one full bath with each bedroom having a private entrance to the bathroom without leaving your room.

In the summer, families can enjoy the warm water to kayak, stand up paddleboard, sail the Sun Fish or Hobi Cat, fish (from shore or nearby lagoon), or just enjoy the sandy beach, sit by a campfire in the fire pit or bicycle on the rail trail. All of these are included at no extra cost.

Outdoorsmen can enjoy nature. We are located one mile North of the Bay City State Park, where you can walk or ride the nature trails, check out the displays at the Visitor's Center, and children can enjoy the spray park or the wide sandy beach that is groomed daily during the summer. Even closer is the Tobico Marsh area. It has a walking trail that has several bridges and two 30 foot observation towers. The marsh itself has many different kinds of wild life, including active beaver dens. The paved rail trail that runs from this house (literally, right across the street) all the way around Bay City. Roundtrip is a 24 mile ride, but riding downtown is only about 6 miles where you can enjoy many local restaurants. A recently completed connector adds a trail that follows the Saginaw River to Zilwaukee.
Pickleball courts and tennis courts are a short drive away.
A new boat rental company opened in the area, Bay City Boat Rental. The Freedom Boat Club is in Bay City where members can reserve a boat for their use. For those who like to fish you can find walleye, perch, northern pike, and bass throughout the Bay. The Saginaw Bay is known for excellent walleye fishing. We are conveniently located half way between the DNR boat launch on the Saginaw River and the boat launch at Linwood Beach Marina, both are just 15 minutes away. There is fishing year round, but the walleye fishing gets going with the first warm weather in the spring. Winter activities include a seven mile, groomed cross country ski trail right out the back door and snowmobiling, and ice skating on the Saginaw Bay.


The property is located just two hours North of Detroit off I-75, only 45 minutes north of Birch Run’s outlet mall, 36 minutes from world famous Frankenmuth, and only 10 minutes from the Bay City Mall.

Links to fun places.

My pictures of the area: https://www.facebook.com/baycitybeach/
Bay City State Park: http://www.friendsofpark.org/?
Tobico Marsh: https://www.michigantrailmaps.com/member-detail/bay-city-sp-tobico-marsh-frank-n-andersen-nature-trail/
Bicycle Rail Trail: https://www.greatlakesbaytrails.com/bay-county-trails
Carroll Park pickleball: https://goo.gl/maps/e4tHuy1CZ4NvcAgZ9
See when to play on TeamReach.com with group code Bcp1234
Bay City Boat Rentals: https://BayCityBoatRentals.com
Freedom Boat Club: https://www.facebook.com/freedomboatclubmidnorthernmi/
Walleye Charters: https://www.senditcharters.com/
Sail boat dinner cruise and more: https://www.baysailbaycity.org
Boat tours: https://baycityboatlines.com/
Bay City Concerts: https://www.baycityconcerts.com/
Free concerts - Wednesdays In The Park: https://statetheatrebaycity.com/Events/category/18
Frankenmuth: https://www.frankenmuth.org/blog/10-things-to-do-in-frankenmuth-michigan/


Resturants - local favorites

Castaways: http://www.castawaysbaycity.com/
BJ's Pizza: https://bjayspizza.com/
Mussell Beach: https://www.facebook.com/mussellbeach
Turkey Roost: https://www.turkeyroostrestaurant.com/
Old City Hall: https://oldcityhallrestaurant.com/
Real Seafood: https://realseafoodcorestaurant.com/

Property manager

Randy Swartz
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
We no longer rent to guests for the purpose of ice fishing.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bay City

Located in Bay City, this holiday home is on the beach. Sage Branch Library and Veterans Memorial Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Bay City State Park. Kawkawlin Township Park and Bay City Infinity Skate Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Bay City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bay City State Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bay City Mall - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Wenonah Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Riverwalk Pier - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Bay Harbor Marina - 18 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach House on the Saginaw Bay near Bay City, Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bay City holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Huron and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Bay City State Park. McLaren Hospital and Bay City Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 183 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 183 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely gathering place
This house was an amazing spot for our extended family to gather. The early risers enjoyed watching the sunrise while the rest of the group slept in. We loved the view and the beach, and really enjoyed the nature trails too. The house is well stocked with games, things to do, and kitchenware . Everything was very clean. We loved the location. The house is well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ice fishing trip
Great place and great acess to the bay for snowmobiles
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Saginaw Bay
Place was great. Host was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

The Zalewski L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views and location, beautiful beach home.
Having never stayed in this area before this was the perfect booking. Prime location right on the water, close to all area activities and essentials, comfortable home, and plenty of room for the family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, wonderful stay!
My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. The house was clean, cozy, and comfortable. Communication with the owner was excellent. Will stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to gather and relax with friends.
I had never been to Bay City before and was in charge of planning a weekend to celebrate 50 years of friendship with four friends. This house had absolutely everything we needed plus amazing lake views, immediate access to a bike path to downtown and a beautiful State park. Randy, the host, was extremely communicative and easy to deal with. I would definitely recommend this property. An added bonus was seeing a bald eagle fly over us just as we arrived!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Experience
From start to finish, staying at this house went beyond our expectations. The house is extremely clean, roomy, and very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, glasses, and eating/cooking utensils. The views are spectacular, and we will miss our morning breakfast on the patio. Equally spectacular are the owners of the house. They are friendly and very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can I give more than 5 stars?
Fantastic! Beautiful place, views and layout. The place was sparkling clean and had all the toys you could want. The owner happened by as I was struggling setting up the sunfish sailboat and he gave me a quick lesson. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake House Vacation
Great property with direct beach and lake access. Family played for hours each day in the water. Multiple family bike trips with the bikes provided. Easy trips to ice cream, mini golf, Tobico trails, and Bay City State Park. City amenities like movie theater and restaurants are a 10 min. drive. Weather was great, views were beautiful. Perfect place to stay if you want to relax and have fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quaint
Awesome place, very quaint and amazing access to water. The layout of the house was a little dangerous for young children (opened steps and lack of sufficient railings on upstairs hallway). There was also a good amount of breakables that we had to make sure to avoid. Especially the glass table by the couch facing out to the beach. I would definitely recommend it for adults or older children! Lauren
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our favorite place and favorite week of the year!
This was our ninth stay at Randy and Kelly’s place. Our kids have grown up coming here. It’s such a gem—it’s in great condition and has everything you could need or want. They are incredibly kind and hospitable. Thanks again for everything!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janka B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The home was a lively mix of old and new and we loved that we could hear the waves at night, even when the windows were closed, it was very calming. We also really loved the trail that was just outside of the property and enjoyed long walks and the marsh loop as well. We saw lots of deer and cranes and an eagle on several occasions. Randy was very kind and even dropped off some veggies from his garden. The queen and full beds were our issue with the property- they are older and not comfortable. Ultimately my husband and I opted to sleep in twin beds because those mattresses were newer and more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July Family Vacation
Family vacation with husband and 2 young adult kids. Great weather, awesome location, and beautiful weather. Owner was very nice and helpful. House was as listed and pictures. Very relaxing, chill vacation spent with my favorite people. Local sight were great as well! Frankenmuth, USS Edson, downtown Bay City had many seasonal events, and local restaurants were great! Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to stay in Bay City
This place was amazing! See the Sunrise over the beach right from the sofa! It had everything you could ask for from coffee pot, casserole dishes, fire pit to bycycles, kayaks and even a box fan!! My family said this was the best vacation they had ever been on!!! Would definitely come back!! Home owner was very helpful and friendly. We even met the neighbor and his Corgi! 5 stars!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot!
Great accommodations and location! Owner is great to work with and very responsive with any questions!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming House with a Beautiful View
The view of the water was so peaceful, and the house had a very unique and wonderful feel. It was a classic mix of old and new.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Saginaw Bay
The location and house was perfect for me and my friends for my birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Games Gals
This is our third stay at the cottage and we love it. It has everything our group needs for a games week and the owners are always available and accommodating. The Flower Moon and White Pelicans on the bay were very special!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing bay view home
The bedrooms had plenty of space to sleep 9 and the 2 full bathrooms allowed everyone to get ready to head out to the Saturday golf outing. Grilled burgers and had a bonfire on the beach to round out the day. Really appreciated the spacious kitchen to cook and gather to eat. The living area was lined with windows to see the amazing view of the bay. There was a bumper pool table, games and cards for us to enjoy. Wonderful home to share with my family and friends. Hope to rent again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry G., Lansing MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second rental
We love this house. Fun things to do for children and adults in Midland, Bay City, Saginaw, and Frankenmuth.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
The property is everything you want it to be and the views are top notch! Having kids from 5 to 17 yrs of age is difficult at best to keep entertained, but the amenities on site kept them busy and happy. We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves more if we tried. Couldn't recommend the property enough. We had zero issues for our entire stay and hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Getaway
From check in to checkout we couldn't be happier. Randy was a wonderful host, from helping out with a issue with the TV remote, to providing plenty of bathroom supplies, and kitchen supplies, plus cleanliness of the home, and a beautiful view of the lake from either upstairs or main floor, with him living next door, it was easy to communicate. We also had a marsh not even a quarter mile from the property that we could walk to. Very lovely. Thank you Randy for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P., Johnson City TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to rest and play.
We were in Bay City to establish hospice for my aunt. Family from all over the country was in town. This beautiful lakehouse provided a respite and a place to play as my family gathered for such a difficult time.Pictures do not do justice, everything you could possibly need is there and available. Randy was simply a pleasure and came over to check on us. Truly one of the best vacation rentals we have ever stayed in. The weather was warm so we used all of the water toys. Truly, a memorable trip. Thank you Randy!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake view
Great view of the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara M., Caledonia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location!
We loved our stay. The views are gorgeous! Just a few steps out the back and you are on the beach. Overall the accommodations were great. Beds were comfortable enough. Home has a keurig, which was handy. Well stocked kitchen with everything you could need. Located across the street from the bike trail, we were able to ride right from the home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Randy Swartz

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We love this area so much that we moved here ourselves over 10 years ago.

Why they chose this property

The homes for sale in this small stretch of beach is very limited. Many are passed down from generation to generation and never make it to the market. Others are sold before hitting the market. That's the case with this house. When we learned the neighbors were thinking about selling it, we bought it from them before it reached the market. The neighborhood is transitioning from summer time cottages to year around living to showcase homes.

Languages:

English

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