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Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views!

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books

Nestled near beautiful Lake Independence, N3324 offers a serene retreat. Enjoy the sandy beach and dock with an open boat slip on site (mid-June through mid-October). Explore nearby UTV trails or unwind with fishing for walleye, perch, pike, and bass. Take advantage of 2 kayaks included for your use.

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Beach view
Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views!

Enjoy beautiful Lake Independence 25-30 miles NW of Marquette, MI with a 3-bedroom lake cottage right on the southside of the lake with a sandy beach and dock. Pontoon not included, but there is an open boat slip on our dock (mid-June through mid-October). 2 kayaks are included.

Some of the best UTV, snowmobiling, mountain biking, and skiing trails along with backcountry snowmobiling in the U.P. are right in your backdoor. Fish for walleye, perch, pike, and bass on Lake Independence in the summer or winter!

Fall 2023 Update: We've widened the driveway of N3324 so there is plenty of room for snowmobile trailers, along with additional parking. We've also purchased the empty lot next door so there is even more room for parking.

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

In a rural location
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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

Similar properties

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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

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 and a first aid kit

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

About the neighborhood

Big Bay, MI

What's nearby

Sugarloaf Mountain - 28 min drive - 26.1 miles
Northern Michigan University - 35 min drive - 31.7 miles
Superior Dome - 36 min drive - 32.4 miles
UP Health System - Marquette - 39 min drive - 33.5 miles
Marquette Mountain - 43 min drive - 36.4 miles

Getting around

Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

‪Thunder Bay Inn - ‬19 min walk
‪Lumberjack Tavern - ‬14 min walk
‪Hungry Hollow - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views! located?

This Big Bay cottage is on the beach, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Superior, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Hidden Beach and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Dead River Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Cozy Lakefront Cottage with spectacular views! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Aug 4, 2025

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

Secluded yet close to the action

Great communication with the host. The paddle boards and inflatable raft were enjoyed! We enjoyed the secluded spot close to all the great hiking spots and to Marquette.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc T.

Sep 28, 2024

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

A Very Relaxing Get Away

We had a fantastic stay at this property. It is off the beaten path and a very quiet setting. The private beach was a nice place to relax and enjoy the water.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

May 16, 2024

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

Chill

Clean, quiet, little secluded. House has everything for a comfortable stay. If I’m in the area would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Jun 29, 2023

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

What a wonderful getaway on the lake, Thanks, the Hagens

Never left, why would you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Feb 4, 2023

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

Big Bay

Everything was as advertised, Lee was a fantastic host and a wealth of helpful information. The guest book was full of local history, and desired destinations. 5 stars! We'll be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Sep 10, 2023

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

Great Cottage!

Excellent location and views. Cottage has modern amenities such as central AC and heat. Nice decorated and very comfortable with large bathroom and a/d. Kitchen and bathroom both extremely well stocked. Loved having use of two kayaks and the fire pit, although we didn't use, is a great bonus. We enjoyed our usual Big Bay Area activities and hope to be return guests. Lee, the host, responded very quickly to questions and is extremely friendly and professional as a VRBO host. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Jul 25, 2025

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

Big Bay!!

This is perfect, very well stocked, all cooking utensils, good working grill and the list goes on and on. Lake independence is huge, amazingly quiet. We saw loons, eagles, hummingbirds, redstarts and more. Stay here if you want to be way up in UP.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK P.

Jun 23, 2025

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

Cabin in the UP

Great stay, hosts were amazing and provided everything needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Feb 8, 2025

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

Cozy Cabin in Big Bay

Loved it. Our only problem is that there are only so many snowmobile trails coming out of Big Bay. Very Nice Place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

Sep 21, 2024

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

Big Bay Vacay!

We stay in Big Bay every year and this house was perfect for us. The hosts were great and the location was awesome!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Sep 15, 2024

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

fabulous

Relaxing, comfortable!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal M.

Jun 18, 2024

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

Short stay for my sons wedding

My son got married in the area and we booked the cabin to stay at. It was incredibly close to all of the wedding festivities which was great! We were pleasantly surprised with the views and coziness of the cabin. I would highly recommend staying here as it looked like it have everything for a family to enjoy a week of fun. Given the nature of our trip we really weren’t able to spend much time there but the time we did spend at the cabin was very enjoyable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024