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Big Star Lake House, 2 beachfront homes rent together to sleep 18!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18267 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Huron-Manistee National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Big Star Lake
    1 min walk
  • Duck Lake
    8 min drive
  • Ludington, MI (LDM)
    63 min drive

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About the area

Baldwin

When you a stay at this vacation home in Baldwin, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Big Star Lake. .This beach vacation home is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Gifford Lake and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Duck Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Big Star Lake - 1 min walk
  • Cecilia Lake - 8 min drive
  • Basford Lake - 9 min drive
  • Honeymoon Lake - 11 min drive

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Big Star Lake House, 2 beachfront homes rent together to sleep 18!

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. This unique rental comfortably sleeps 18 and features two distinct homes with 100 feet of private, sugar sand beach.

The Main House has 3 Bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus an expansive upper living area with 2 sets of twin/full bunks and 2 additional trundle twins. 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, walk-in pantry, and all the food prep and cooking/serving implements you could want.

The adjacent guest house has two more bedrooms (1 queen/2 twins), a full bathroom, living room with gas fireplace and brand new kitchen with stainless steel appliances and spectacular views of the lake. The guest house also features a 28' x 12' screened lakefront porch, the perfect spot for your morning coffee or evening cocktail.

Collectively, this 5 bedroom/4 bath property is the perfect setting for family & friends to come together and make amazing memories.

Summertime:
Soak up the sun on 100 ft. of private, sugar-sand beach. The gradual grade into the lake is ideal for families with small children. Secure your boat to our 75' dock with swim ladder, or enjoy one of our watercraft: 2 stand up paddle boards, 2 kayaks and a paddleboat. Relax in a hammock or our luxury resort beach chairs with umbrellas. The attached main house garage features an eclectic bar with ping-pong, darts, game table and ring the bull, 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 getaway spot with great amenities like our fan favorite heated garage/bar with games. Take a drive to Traverse City for wine tasting, or watch the sun set over the coast of 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, then cozy up inside with some hot cocoa.

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

In peak summer season (June, July, August) the 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
Peak Seson rentals:
. Minimum 7 day reservation increments, Saturday to Saturday
. Check in after 4pm on Saturday, check out by 10am on Saturday
. See "House Rules" and additional rental contract

Off-season rentals:
options include renting together or just the Main House (rental #3220638) or Guest House (rental #3220645) for 3 night stay minimum.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Laurie Brooks, Owner/Manager/Licensed Realtor®

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2875 sq ft (267 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

Big Star Lake House, 2 beachfront homes rent together to sleep 18! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed lake living for a long weekend
Our group of 16 family members stayed here for a wedding and everyone had a fabulous time. The two homes met our needs and more, and we felt like we were living on the lake with all our neighbor friends for five days. Really appreciated the deck and all the outdoor furniture, plus the bag toss, and dock for the borrowed jet skis. Just note that half the beds are in one large room, so these folks need to be OK with sharing a "bedroom". OK for kids, not ideal for adults.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd L., San Rafael, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Fantastic Home
We highly recommend this property. Two homes with an absolutely beautiful view of the lake. Property has awesome dock, kayaks and paddle boards and fire pit on beach. Laurie was very accesible with any questions. Kitchen in main home was great. And living quarters etc top notch. We go to this area annually fo fishing and look forward to staying here again. Thanks Laurie!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
This was a great place to gather our family and relax by the lake. It had everything our large family needed and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week on Big Star Lake
My family and I have been long time summer vacation home renters, and the Big Star Lake House is the best we have experienced! The host / owners are wonderful people, and great to communicate with! The home, property, beach and lake provided everything required for a great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property—so many amenities!!
Our family just concluded a week of vacation at this property near Baldwin, Michigan and cannot say enough wonderful things about the amenities provided and the cleanliness of the homes. The hosts were wonderful to work with and happy to help in any way and were easy to reach, if needed. We appreciated having a kitchen with very nice appliances, a comfortable dining and living room area where we spent a lot of time, and comfortable beds for all sixteen people in our group. The beach area was definitely a favorite for all, as the water was so clear and the sand was beautiful. We appreciated getting to use the many comfortable beach chairs and the paddle boats, paddle boards, kayaks, etc. The hosts truly thought of everything—helping to make this a week our family will fondly remember for many years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 Generations
We had a wonderful family vacation at Big Star Lake. There were 17 of us split between the 2 houses with ages from 9 months to 80 years old. The house is clean and welcoming. The beach and outdoor activities were amazing and utilized each day. We rented a boat and explored the lake during our week at Big Star! There were resturants close that we tried and also cooked breakfast and lunches in the kitchen. We traveled to the Silver Lake area and rode the Sand Dunes. When we first chose the house on VRBO the filters included houses with hot tubs. This was listed with one but after i booked was not listed in the amenities. I think this is a VRBO issue and not the owners fault. Overall wonderful vacation full of fun and lots of memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Vacation
Vacationed with 8 adults and 7 children under 10. A very warm and welcoming home with very thoughtful and plentiful amenities. There was room for everyone even on a rainy morning. We enjoyed a beautiful display of fireworks, kayaking, paddle boarding, games on the lawn and in the garage, fishing and relaxing on the beach. The perfect up north lake experience! Thank you Laurie. We look forward to returning to Big Star Lakehouse.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most beautiful and calm place ever
The houses were clean, had a gorgeous Scandinavian design. There were all necessary things for life, relax and active fun. We have been there 4 days in December. Thanks Laurie for clear support and kind conversation! We would like to come in Summer too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Fishing Trip
We are group of friends that have fished together in Baldwin for over 25 years and we’re fortunate to find this great property. The 2 house adjacent to one another and on the lake made for a great stay and we are already planning to come back again next year. While our trip is always in the fall…this place would be absolutely amazing in summertime as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Could not be happier and plan to reach out next year as well since this is an annual event
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious property
Gorgeous homes next to each other that had all the amenities a person could need/want! Pack a bag & don’t worry about anything else. Big Star Lake House has it all. We had a great long holiday weekend with 12 family members (3 generations). Everyone doing something to keep them occupied if they wanted to be. Gracious hosts sharing some of their toys so you don’t have to lug your own. Fab u lous!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return to Big Star Lake
Property is ideal for a family. No need to go anywhere except for food. Beautiful area, quiet and serene. This is the second time we have all stayed here, and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Emar7s
We had a great time really thankful for this place it fit my group and we really loved the kithen and all the space
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place
Terrific place, accessible beach, thoughtful supplies. We had 2 babies and 8 adults. Would recommend highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations and would stay again.
Our family group included we the grandparents, 3 of our married kids & their spouses, and 2 of our single adult kids...along with 10 grandchildren ages 6 down to a newborn barely a month old. We and our single adult kids stayed at the smaller cottage, while the married kids and their children stayed in the larger home. We only ate out once, at "876", and cooked for ourselves the rest of the time (got ribs carry-out from the Meat Shack on M-37 once-highly recommend!) The kitchen was well-stocked in terms of cookware, glasses, silverware, utensils, etc. The homes themselves were lovely; well-appointed, comfortable furnishings. Everything we used worked. The views were fantastic from large windows in each home. We enjoyed the outdoor deck and screened porch. We found the 'extras' to be generous and practical for our needs-- we used several items in the pantry and left a few. One of the best unexpected characteristics of the property was the fine sand and shallow water- ideal for small children. They spent hours each day without incident playing in the water, while the adults enjoyed the folding lounge chairs and umbrellas at the water's edge. We had great weather--lovely breezes each day. The owners have clearly been very intentional about including beach toys for kids AND adults. We thought our adult kids would want to spend their evenings outside, but the main garage drew them for games each evening. Overall, exceeded expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay
The houses were well furnished, the beach was great for the kids, the neighbors were friendly and provided us great insight on the depths of the lake as well as how we had some of the best seats for the fireworks right out on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week!
We had a wonderful week at Big Star Lake! The property was clean, fully stocked with so many items you would need throughout your stay, and lots of things were thought of to make it a great experience. We had people from age 4 to into their 70s and everyone had a great time. Even when it rained there was plenty to do! Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niki V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Extended Family Vacation
This rental did not disappoint. Plenty of dishes, just the right kitchen implements to make all of the food. Cozy, functional, great setting. We hope to rent again next year. The outdoor seating is great. We loved the outdoor fire pit but were not comfortable bringing any chairs to the fire pit as we did not want any sparks making an impression. Next year we will bring our camp chairs so that it is our chairs that would potentially get singed. Hosts are responsive when asking questions. We had a great time and a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giulia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The property was spectacular! Perfect fit for young families with kids. The house was impeccably maintained, and the beach and lake view were beautiful. It was easy to see that the owners really love their home. It was a pleasure to stay there 10/10 experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family vacation!
With 2 houses, our whole family could be together for a week! We loved the layout of the beach and the yard for games and hanging out together. There were many great amenities, like the beach chairs and umbrellas, ping pong, yard games, and karaoke. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual family vacation
Wonderful property large enough to accommodate all 17 of us ages ranging from 6 to 70. Kids had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a wonderful week at Big Star Lake House. The accommodations were spacious and clean and the 13 of us enjoyed all the property had to offer. We spent the entire week there, only leaving to buy food, etc. The property and area were beautiful, neighbors were friendly and welcoming. We fished, played cornhole, karaoke, swam, lounged on the beach, and more. Bon fires at night were relaxing, as well. Glen was accessible and quick to respond to any questions/concerns. We will certainly consider this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

Liked: Cleanliness
MUST Rent!
Wow! What a perfect place for a family vacation! Perfect beach on a beautiful lake. The houses are clean, beautifully decorated and have everything you could ever need. The property owner is available and accommodating. Highly recommend this rental to all, we will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021