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Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay

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A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a cliff with trees. - Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay (Big Bay)
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and picnic table in a wooded area. - Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay (Big Bay)
A living room with a brown leather chair, a plaid sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan. - Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay (Big Bay)
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A small white house with black shutters, a chimney, and a number '500' on the door. - Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay (Big Bay)
Nestled in downtown Big Bay, this 1926 schoolhouse-turned-home offers a unique retreat across from Draver Park. With plenty of space for vehicles and outdoor gear, it's the perfect base for snowmobiling, skiing, ATV riding, or hiking in the surrounding Huron Mountains and Perkins State Park.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay

  • Home located in downtown Big Bay across from Draver Park. Home was built in 1926 as a school house, located on a large private 1+ acre lot. Plenty of room for vehicles, trailers and campers. Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ATV riding, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and so much more awaits you. Thunder Bay Inn, Big Bay Lighthouse, Lumberjack Bar, Bay Cliff Health Camp, Huron Mountains, Perkins State Park, Thomas Rock, several trails, rivers and waterfalls to explore. Big Bay is 25 miles from Marquette, MI, only a 30 minute drive along County Road 550. Just a short distance from Squaw Beach| Burns Landing with access to Lake Superior and its beautiful sandy beaches and Lake Independence .Whatever the season Big Bay is the place for you to enjoy the outdoors or maybe just get away from it all...

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    Long Term | Short Term Rentals Available (Contact Host)

    WEBSITES for Local Information:
    YellowDog Watershed
    https://yellowdogwatershed.org/education-outreach/about-the-watershed/

    Big Bay Michigan City
    https://www.michigan.org/city/big-bay

    Powell Township Parks| Rec
    https://powelltownship.org/parks-recreation/

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
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 and lock the doors
Wash all dishes Put all used linens and towels in tub Put trash in garbage can outside with cover Clean grill if used
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Located in Big Bay, this vacation home is in a rural area. 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 and ice skating. Visit our Big Bay travel guide
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Map
Big Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, pine trees, and a calm sea with distant islands.
    Sugarloaf Mountain
    29 min drive - 44.8 km
  • A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and dense greenery.
    Presque Isle Park
    40 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Lake Independence
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Perkins Park
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Northern Michigan University
    35 min drive - 53.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Lumberjack Tavern
    10 min walk
  • Thunder Bay Inn
    6 min walk
  • Hungry Hollow
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Independence and Lake Superior. Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Hidden Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Cozy Home located in downtown Big Bay Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Peaceful

Enjoyed our stay very much. Very quiet and peaceful. Would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean place looking forward to coming back next year also there is plenty of parking nice large driveway. It was more than what we expected!! Great little town as well. Great trails for riding UTV's.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Great time at Big Bay!

Property as listed! Wonderful place to stay, very comfortable and clean. All sort of amenities to make our stay great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charleen P.

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

Wonderful little house

Cozy little house to stay in. The yard was beautiful and private. Loved having Lake Superior so close.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Visting the Yellow Dog river

Clean cottage,very quiet location, within minutes of a beach at lake Superior and trailhead to the Yellow Dog river in the McCormick wilderness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla D.

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

Lovely stay

Clean, spacious, accurate description and pictures. Host was very responsive to messages and helpful. Good location, easy to get to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH B.

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

Big Bay

Very nice property, Beds were comfortable. House was clean. We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

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

Big bay getaway- great house!

We have a large family that visits near this listing that won’t fit our extended family of 13. My family of four stayed here for a week and it was great! Clean, well stocked and very communicative. Couldn’t have asked for a better place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice property. The house was supplied well with things you would need. The host was very quick to answer any questions that we had. We would consider coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

SUMMER UP TRIP

this place was clean and very comfortable. With lots of nice little touches, i.e. Mosquito Repellent, very comfortble beds, lotion and soap in bathroom and Internet TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tana S.

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

Ahhmazing

Perfect layout for our family. There all the essentials needed and lots of extras to make your stay exceptional. Loved our Big Bay getaway 💙
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Cottage in the UP

We had a wonderful stay in Big Bay. The house was neat and clean and met all of our needs as we exploits UP.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed this peaceful home! It was the perfect size for two adults and one toddler. There were family games to play along with a good sized yard to have fun in. There were several personal touches that made our arrival and stay very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Big Bay Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home in Big Bay. The home was very clean, cozy and stocked with everything needed for a wonderful vacation. The host was quick to answer questions and also very friendly. I'm hoping we can make it back to this vacation home again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LEE T.

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

wonderful

Cottage was well appointed and tastefully decorated. It was a wonderful place for some northern Michigan peace and quiet. Marquette as near by for great restaurants and entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great fall getaway in Big Bay

We loved our stay in Big Bay- the house was clean, in a good location, and was exactly as listed. This property is close to so many hiking trails and places to explore. We really appreciated the small touches in the house- brochures and info about the surrounding area, books about northern Michigan, and a kitchen well-equipped to cook in. We hope to stay there again sometime in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall L.

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

A wonderful stay!

We had such a great time staying in downtown Big Bay at this cozy and convenient property. We had everything we could have needed or wanted including Caribou Coffee! (Minnesotans love our Caribou :) ) The location was perfect and quiet, the home was clean and spacious. Having a great space to stay made our trip that much better and more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures don't do the house justice, so much more room than we thought! Everything was very clean, location was perfect for the fishing tournament and plenty of plowed space in the driveway for our trailer and machines. House was cozy and warm, however heat was only in the communal space so bedrooms would get a little chilly if the doors were shut at night but it wasn't a big deal. Kitchen was well stocked and the extra towels, soaps, toothpaste, etc were a nice touch! Shower knobs were difficult to navigate but we figured it out eventually and we never ran out of hot water. Overall it was a great place! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Great weekend in Big Bay

We had a great weekend with family in the area. The location of the house was ideal, it’s in town but has a wooded rural setting. The town walking trails are a short walk from the house and it was fun just walking around town checking out the local history. We also found some deals at the church bazaar in town. The accommodations were very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssia B.

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

Another great stay in Big Bay!

This was my second trip staying at this home. The host is very responsive and pleasant to work with. The home is clean, cozy and is stocked with small amenities such as spices, antibiotic ointment, bug spray and recreation maps of the area. I visit Big Bay multiple times a year this is now the first place I check for availability!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Perfect little house

Group of 4 guys stayed for a fishing trip. There are only 3 beds, but the hosts graciously offered to bring a rollaway in for us. Owners were very prompt and helpful with any issues we had. Nice clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

The perfect house for a UP vacation!

This little house was perfect for our vacation. Everything was as we'd hoped it would be. The full kitchen is well stocked, making meals as easy as could be. The washer and dryer, extra supplies, air conditioning, and wifi were all very appreciated. Beds were comfortable, smart TV whandy, and check in was a breeze. We will definitely stay again, next time we're in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Violet W.

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

Cozy cottage

This property was exactly as advertised. It was super clean and had lots of extra touches, my husband especially like the candy bowl. In addition to the candy bowl there was a fully stocked kitchen, plenty of bathroom towels and the beds were firm and super comfy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey G.

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

Weeklong Getaway in the Big Bay

Overall we had an enjoyable stay. The home was immaculately clean and well kept and the beds were very comfortable. The only issue we had was the loose cold water knob in the shower but it was not unusable, just made adjusting the water temperature difficult. We would stay here again if planning to see Marquette or hiking in the surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Wonderful place to stay and to see the Northern Lights!

This property was perfect for our company of three. It was well furnished with comfortable beds, sofa, and chairs. We really appreciated the washer and dryer since we had been on the road for several days. The roads to Marquette were excellent because shopped and ate there several times. Highly recommend it in part because we all had the Northern Lights on our Bucket Lists and went out in the cornfield across the street and saw a beautiful display around 11pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023