Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.
House in Big Bay, MI
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this house rental
This is a beautiful property with a gorgeous lake view of mountains with your own personal dock. Great swimming area, and fishing. kayak, paddle board and canoe available to use. Check in is at 4 pm and checkout is 10 am. There is a Blink camera on the garage door for safety reasons and security. There are bears, deer, wolves in the neighborhood.
Open concept kitchen, dining area, and living room with stone fireplace. Panoramic views from living room and sun room. Sun room can be used for 3rd bedroom with pull out queen couch. One bedroom with king bed and second bedroom with double bed. Covered and uncovered porch area with gas grill and view of lake. Fire pit on cement patio. 2 car attached garage. Large full kitchen with granite counter tops with counter seating. New hardwood flooring and carpet in bedrooms.
Boat launches for Lake Superior and Lake independence just 1 mile away with boat rental available in Ishpeming. Full size washer and dryer.
Roku TV. You can add your own applications like Netflix.
Open concept kitchen, dining area, and living room with stone fireplace. Panoramic views from living room and sun room. Sun room can be used for 3rd bedroom with pull out queen couch. One bedroom with king bed and second bedroom with double bed. Covered and uncovered porch area with gas grill and view of lake. Fire pit on cement patio. 2 car attached garage. Large full kitchen with granite counter tops with counter seating. New hardwood flooring and carpet in bedrooms.
Boat launches for Lake Superior and Lake independence just 1 mile away with boat rental available in Ishpeming. Full size washer and dryer.
Roku TV. You can add your own applications like Netflix.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Big Bay, MI
££££
Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 5.0
Stunning views of fabulous lake from this property. Great water toys and seems like new dock. Communication with the owner Jim was open and easy and he had great tips for the area. Our opinion was the property could use a deep cleaning and organizing of cupboards, updated cookware (fry pans, cookie sheets), new pillows.
5.0 / 5.0
Great house, atmosphere and location. Well appointed for everything you may need for a great get away at the lake. Communication with owner was top notch. Would stay again and again!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely home on Lake Independence. The property is nice and quiet, filled with wildlife and beautiful views of the lake. It's a short drive to Lake Superior and to the quaint town of Big Bay. Jim was an absolutely excellent host and stayed in contact with us to make sure all was going well and if we had any questions or concerns. My only 'complaints' about the property would be that it did not have any beach (my fault, I should have read the property description better) and the king size bed was extremely hard. It was supposed to be a sleep number bed but I don't think it was working. Both my husband and I have back and hip/knee issues so it did make for difficult sleep. We did have everything we needed other than paper products - you will need to bring toilet paper, paper towels, etc. But otherwise it was fully stocked. Also you'll need firewood, but there are a multitude of road side stands selling firewood. All in all a great stay and Jim is a fantastic host. If you're game for a good walk through the woods with a few 'sketchy' places to get through, there are beautiful waterfalls in the area.
3.0 / 5.0
The house was a let down with inaccurate information being provided regarding on more than a few things. Pros: perfect location to Lake Superior & beautiul lake with boat access & swimming from the dock with shallow water to enjoy with the kids. Unfortunately the cons outweighed the pros: The place needs a deep cleaning in the kitchen & bathroom. There is no cable/satellite, streaming only & you have to have your own streaming accounts to use the TV. There are very few remotes in the place that actually work. The entire outside of the house & some inside areas have large spiders that need to be cleaned out. Most of the windows do not close. There is only a small A/C unit in the kitchen which doesn't cool down the bedrooms at all. There is only 1 working bathroom & unfortunately it smells musty the entire time we were there. The towels were in the dryer & had to be folded & distributed throughout the kitchen & bathroom upon arrival. The dock stairs were a safety hazard & then construction started while we were there making getting to/from the lake/dock more inconvenient. The gentleman working on the stairs were fantastic & tried to stay out of our way, but we were always concerned about getting in their way. Overall, it is not a place we would stay again when we return to the area.
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet and peaceful
5.0 / 5.0
The property was very nice and it met our needs well. The kitchen was spacious and the view was outstanding. Not sure if the air conditioner worked, but it was not so hot that we needed it. Our purpose to be there was to fish and the fishing was great. Would rent the house again if we go to Big Bay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location. Good communication.
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay, as described in listing. Quiet and great view of the lake. Owner is very responsive to any questions. Would certainly book again.
5.0 / 5.0
Such a good and relaxing time on Independence Lake. Your choice to stay and relax or take wonderful day trips to wonderful sites.
4.0 / 5.0
Amazing views of Lake Independence and the Huron Mountains. Very quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed both Lake Independence and Lake Superior. Fantastic views from Thomas rock.
5.0 / 5.0
Two old pals continuing their annual UP North summer fishing trip tradition, experienced a really nice week at Jim’s Lake Independence cabin. The cottage served us well and the varied (day and night) vistas visible from the covered deck were marvelous. An exceptional location offering excellent fishing as well as great sightseeing opportunities nearby. Would definitely consider a return visit! Many thanks Jim, for sharing your family treasure!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great stay at this property. The lake is gorgeous. The house was very comfortable for our family of 4. Our boys really enjoyed fishing on the lake and using the kayak and canoe provided. Jim was very helpful and nice, responded quickly to any communication and even gave me fishing lure tips when I told him my boys were hoping to catch a pike on the lake which they did!
5.0 / 5.0
We have been looking for the perfect up north cabin for our family for three years and we ABSOLUTELY found it in this one. The kids loved swimming in the warm shallow sandy waters right behind the cabin and my partner took the canoe out multiple times. We spent a day in Marquette (a super easy drive) at the Childrens Museum (do not miss this if you have kids under 8) but mostly just rotated time between the beach behind the cabin and the Lake Superior shore just down the street. Next year we're bringing bikes. Thank you for a great stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome place right on the water, epic views! Great secluded area away from the city, couldn't ask for a better getaway! Jim is an A+++ host, everything was taken care of and we had a great time! Perfect spot to start your UP vacation!
5.0 / 5.0
What a great place. A beautiful view of the lake and plenty of amenities. We saw so much nature while we were there. We saw deer, bald eagles and a double rainbow after some rainfall.
5.0 / 5.0
Great cottage, nice and clean, lake water was crystal clear and sandy. Weather was a little chilly, so it was too cold for swimming, but my son took the canoe out for a paddle.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful. Very quiet lake
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful views. Very responsive to questions. Great stay
5.0 / 5.0
Great getaway spot with tons of room, epic views and a very spacious property. Definitely coming back next summer. Close to Marquette and Big Bay is a neat little town. Two Thumbs up!!
4.0 / 5.0
Quiet, beautiful veiws and cozy. Had to drive to get to most attractions but overall wonder vacation.
5.0 / 5.0
We loved waking up every morning to the views and having kayaks there to use was a bonus!
4.0 / 5.0
This property was perfect for a warmer stay. I would like to go back in the summer rather than the winter.
5.0 / 5.0
Jim was an excellent host when we booked last minute because of snow made camping a pain. Beautiful home on the lake, very clean and well kept. Thanks Jim
5.0 / 5.0
Extremely easy
5.0 / 5.0
Home had everything we needed. Great location. Home owner communicated before our stay, to see if we had questions. Great for swimming or just relax the day away.
5.0 / 5.0
We needed a place close to where family was staying and this place was it. We enjoyed a view of Lake Independence right out the back door. Our party was 5 adults and we had plenty of room.
5.0 / 5.0
This is a beautiful lakefront vacation rental. I would return here without a second thought. It is obvious that Jim takes great pride in the property. Thank you.
3.0 / 5.0
Expensive for the area, replace the dock stairs
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time taking “cover” at Big Bay. We stayed here half way through a camping road trip and it was perfect timing due to some nasty weather. We loved the place!
5.0 / 5.0
Family Reunion
Very lovely setting. Nice kitchen and inside family room. Sun porch has wonderful view of Lake Independence. Enjoyed sitting outside lakeside.
5.0 / 5.0
Lake stay
This property is located on a gorgeous lake view with a deck to look at the lake. The lake is go for swimming with a sand bottom. A latter to get in and out of the water would be a good improvement. The house was comfortable and I would stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
This property is perfect for 6 adults. Second time renting. The lake is perfect.
You won't regret renting. As all cabin rentals, it needs a few things but over all very relaxing and peaceful.
4.0 / 5.0
The cabin and location are lovely. Very private and secluded, and you can't beat the views of the lake. The owner was very communicative and helpful finding the location and getting settled. Our only complaint was the housekeeping was lacking. One of the beds seemed as if the sheets had not been changed (sheets felt gritty), the pillow had a blood stain on it and there was garbage under the bed. Other than the housekeeping issue, it was a lovely place.
5.0 / 5.0
Great loacation/View!!
We have stayed here twice now and absolutely love this place.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice
Was a wonderful time. All the comforts of home! We all enjoyed our stay.
Very Nice!
4.0 / 5.0
Great little vacay.
Beach for swimming is beautiful, sandy bottom and can walk out about 150ft until you reach the drop-off. Beautiful views of Lake from porchfront, perfect for relaxing!
Overall we had a great stay, but cabin could use a little bit of a deeper clean, sheets had some dirt in them and looks like remnants of mice in the kitchen.
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful
Quiet and beautiful location on the lake. The house had all we needed, and the host was very helpful. We had a great time.
3.0 / 5.0
Beautiful spot on Big Bay, needs deep cleaning
We were just here one night in between destinations. This home is right on the water and we enjoyed the view and watching the moon rise. The home is nestled in the woods and needs power washing as well as deep cleaning inside.
We had dishes and items noted in listing but very rustic for the most part.
4.0 / 5.0
Family vaca
Overall, it was a nice property. The cobwebs and spiders were all over the window screens, sunroom, and back porch as stated in previous reviews. There was some issues with housecleaning, but the owner was receptive and was following up with them on that. One recommendation is to move the pull out sleeper into the living room intead of the sun room. It was 90 degrees for over half of the days, and with just a small wall mount air conditioner in the kitchen, the bedrooms did not get below 78, and the sun room, was 90+, and the ceiling fan did not work with out the remote which was missing a 12volt batter- which we did look at Walmart in Marquette, and they did not have any, so that room was unsleepable. We ended up having to buy an airmatress to use. The owner, Jim, was exteremly nice, easy to work with, gave great ideas of places to see/stop, and was receptive when we had an issue/concern. THe lake is nice- very shallow for a while and then drops off. Fishing was great, and the neighbor on the East was very nice and helpful with info as well.
5.0 / 5.0
Quick stay
We stayed just overnight and we wish it could have been longer. You cannot beat the view. If we come back to the area we would def stay again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Big Bay?
The average price for a rental in Big Bay is £183 per night. This rental is £36 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.
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