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Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette

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Main Log Room w/ Queen size bed, couch, antique rockers, TV and gas fireplace
With a push of a button the fireplace will keep you nice and warm
Nice high ceilings in the Log Room with mood lighting to help you relax
Your view looking up from the queen size bed in the Log Room
New leather couch and ottoman to sit and watch that favorite movie or sport

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Big Bay, Powell, MI
  • Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Northern Michigan University
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Presque Isle Park
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette

Wintertime rental is close to everything we have to offer in Big Bay! We offer a cozy log-style home near ski trails, snowmobiling, and mountain biking in a small quiet town. Come relax in front of the gas fireplace and kick back. A full kitchen with new appliances for those meals you wish to stay in for. Lots of space to spread out and enjoy the peace and solitude of our seasonal home.

Recently renovated (June 2024), our woodsy home is perfect for rustic camp getaways for families, couples, and small groups. It's roomy, clean, and very cozy. The log room with a stone gas-fueled fireplace and warm lighting is wonderful year-round. The kitchen is spacious and comfortable with room for 4 or more and is equipped with everything you need. The counters are local Birds Eye Maple. A spacious prepping room with a large wooden Butcher's block is right off the kitchen and a pantry. We also provide a gas grill with utensils. There are two newly done bathrooms, one with a brand-new cedar shower. There are two bedrooms, plus a queen bed in the log room. One bedroom has a single bed. The master bedroom has two queens. The mattresses and bedding are new. A bright sitting room is in the back with birdfeeders and forest views. Outdoor enthusiasts love the skiing trails nearby and all of the excellent summer activities Big Bay has to offer. It's a lovely and unique North Woods cabin experience.

Property manager

Nancy Gaines

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Big Bay

Located in Big Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Big Bay, Powell, MI

What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 29 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 36 min drive - 41.4 km
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 41 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Marquette Mountain - 44 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Presque Isle Park - 45 min drive - 44.6 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Hollow Cafe - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Newly renovated. Cozy home for a perfect quiet getaway 25 miles from Marquette located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Big Bay is situated in the mountains, 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Lake Superior, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Hidden Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Charles S.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice, but some issues

The first night we saw a mouse run across the floor. Contacted the manager, they said they would bring traps, no traps so contacted again. After they set traps, two mice were caught. Because of the mice, we were storing our food in the oven and our cooler. They said there hadn't been a mouse problem however, we saw several places around the house that had "droppings" so they couldn't have looked to hard! Also, had problems with TV, first night worked but after that, couldn't get good enough reception to watch anything. Told the manager but they were not able to help or correct the issue. We liked the home but was disappointed with the mouse issue and no TV. No discount or price adjustment for any of these issues. The area is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette Z.

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

Home is so cozy!

The main area is stunning! Very unique layout...I kinda felt like we were exploring a castle! Recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Winter Fun

Great time, house was clean, everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

A lovely home in a beautiful place.

You would surely enjoy staying at this wonderful place. The cozy cabin style living room and spacious house is surrounded by natural beauty and lovely people. The host is responsive and there are thoughtful details found throughout. We would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Great cozy place and community

Wonderful stay, Nancy and Don were very accommodating, helpful and communicative. Cabin was cozy, warm, and so close to everything. The fabled bar The Lumberjack is right down the street and everyone was so welcoming and friendly. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Extended last min

Hosts were able to flex and allow us to stay 2 additional days as the property was still available. We had such a wonderful experience we decided to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor R.

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

Very cozy and charming!

This place is awesome for a winter adventure to the U.P.! Our group of four had a blast spending New Years here. The cabin is very cozy feeling on the inside and has an eclectic layout - you can really tell a lot of craftsmanship and love went into making this place. It's also in a really nice location in Big Bay - a short walk away from Lumberjack Tavern and to hiking/XC ski trails. The kitchen was very well equipped and met our cooking needs. The bathrooms and bedrooms were very clean. And lastly, Nancy was so responsive to our questions and went above and beyond to make sure we had a comfortable stay. Thank you so much for having us and we hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

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

Perfect cozy cabin for a long weekend

While the property is a little rustic on the outside, dont let that deter you. It was very clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The host even brought out a nice gas grill with utensils for our use on a last minute request. The Thunderbay Inn and the Lumberjack Tavern are cool places to eat and enjoy a drink. The Crams General store family was super helpful with fishing info on Lake Independence and they carry live bait and everything one might need. The location of this property is very convenient to snowmobile trail access and is only 30 minutes to Marquette and all the bigger city attractions. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaac G.

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

Beautiful and cozy!

The home was very cozy and secluded. Charming artful decor. Hosts were super friendly. Will not hesitate to stay again if in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Gaines

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We are Frank and Ida Siminski. We reside in Hawaii during the winter months and wanted to be able to share our home with visitors to our historical area while away. We keep our summer items stored away in a closet upstairs so that we can open up the whole house to our guest. We hope you enjoy our home as we do with its quaintness and peaceful surroundings. We have Property Managers very close by to assist with any questions or help during your stay. They love to share their knowledge of the area and make sure you have a perfect stay!

Why they chose this property

We are located very close to the Big Bay Pathways and snowmobile trails. The few places that are open occasionally in the winter months are walking distance from our house. With a full kitchen you can make this a nice place to also call home for your stay.

What makes this property unique

As additions have been added to this original log home we have used our artistic abilities to make it functional and a bit quirky at the same time. You will feel like you are in the country but still close to everything you may need. As an artist, you will find some of my artwork displayed in the back section of our house.

Languages:

English
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