See all properties
Entire home

Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.

Big Bay vacation home with kitchen

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.

Exterior
Dining
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View in a map
Bigbay, MI
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Superior Dome
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Presque Isle Park
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Big Bay

On lake.At this Big Bay vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Superior and 20 miles (32 km) of Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Hidden Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain are also within 25 miles (40 km).
View more Vacation homes in Big BayOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Northern Michigan University - 50 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Superior Dome - 51 min drive - 56.1 km
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 54 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 54 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Presque Isle Park - 59 min drive - 58.3 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lumberjack Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Bay Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Hollow - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.

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.

Similar properties

Property grounds

Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 31 reviews
Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Load the dishes in the dishwasher run and put laundry in laundry room when checking out.
Remove the garbage from the house and put in the garbage can in the garage
Do not pull through neighbors driveways or move firepit

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Bigbay Vacation Home Lake Independence House
Vacation Home Lake Independence House
Bigbay Vacation Home Lake Independence
Vacation Home Lake Independence
Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence Big Bay
Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence Private vacation home
Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence
Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Big Bay
Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Private vacation home