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Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Lots of room to ride and play!
From dining area - 2eagles and 2 deer
Groomed trail right out the door!
Downstairs common area
Downstairs kitchenette

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Presque Isle Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!!

Time to explore, hike, drop a line, take a dip. So many beautiful places perfect for quality time with those you love. Come and relax! Eat, Sleep and Explore! This is the place to fill precious moments with joy.
We are very infection conscious for your safety and for ours. Thorough cleaning is done after each guest.
Are you ready to kick back and enjoy the peace, quiet, and beauty of the North woods? This is the perfect place to hike, play on the water, observe nature, watch the moon rise, and breathe the fresh clean air!
Book now to have a cozy home in which you can escape the hubbub of daily life! Our home is the perfect place to kick back and relax in the peace and tranquility of the North Woods.
Access to Lake Independence is just down the road. And the snowmobile trail is at the back door. Lake Independence is known for its Perch, Walleye, and Northern Pike - in summer and winter. Lake Superior is 3 miles away. Or you may opt to take advantage of the tranquility of McKenzie Bay. Our home sits on this small motor-free lake and offers great bird watching and abundant wildlife. If you time your visit right, you may be able to see the beauty of the moon shining across McKenzie Bay.
We are on County Road 550 just minutes away from the historical village of Big Bay. This former lumber town is known for having produced the wooden panels for Henry Ford's Woody cars and for producing Brunswick bowling pins. There are abundant opportunities for fishing, hiking, waterfalls, biking, swimming, water skiing, snowmobiling, cross county skiing, all within the picturesque area of Big Bay.

This is a vacation spot for all seasons for anyone wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of daily living. The serenity and seclusion we offer is a great opportunity to spend time with those you love as you enjoy the beauty of watching the moon rise over the water, geese and ducks flying in and out, or witness an eagle or osprey catching their dinner. Song birds fill the mornings and evenings with their lilts.

Our family home offers the amenities of a home and is filled with memories of our parents and special family times. The walls tell the story of the love between our dad and mother and eight children.

Come sit by the outdoor firepit and enjoy the many splendors that nature has to offer and enjoy the shimmering beauty of the moonlight on McKenzie Bay. Or curl up by the indoor fireplace and enjoy the comfort of watching the dancing flames.



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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution - ponds that do not freeze in winter
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Events

No events allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marquette

Located in Marquette, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marquette Harbor Light and Marquette Maritime Museum. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and National Ski Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 11 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Little Presque Isle Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 18 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Superior Dome - 19 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Presque Isle Park - 21 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dukes Grill at Thunder Bay Lodge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yes - winter is coming! Time to make plans for rest and recreation!! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Lake Superior and within 9 miles (15 km) of Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Hidden Beach. Sugarloaf Mountain and Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Cozy Cabin

Perfect place to stay and explore the UP
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in your wonderful home. Besides our many hikes through the woods and along the shore, we liked our lazy time taking in the nature around the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! It was nice and quiet. My family loved fishing on the lake. The weather was beautiful. The WiFi worked well and we were able to work from the cabin without issue. Check in went smoothly and the kitchen had all the things needed for cooking meals. The history decorating the cabin walls was really neat. We would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

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

McKenzie Bay Retreat can't be beat

We had stayed here in the past and had a great time. Lots of space, plenty of area outside, well-equipped kitchen. Beautiful views of McKenzie Bay and surrounding ponds and woods. Lots of wildlife around (deer, eagles, sandhill cranes, snapping turtles). Great food at the Thunder Bay Inn a mile away. A half-hour drive gets you to all the attractions and amenities in Marquette.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya K.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was better than expected. The property was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

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

Vacation 2024

Very nice, immaculate home. We really enjoyed our stay this year. Hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

A Good Place

We enjoyed our visit! The house was clean, comfortable and homey. We loved looking at the photos showing the history of the family. Beautiful setting on the lake, and wonderful fishing! We highly recommend you consider staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Big Bay cabin

A beautiful and well loved family camp with family memorabilia decorating the cabin, including beautiful handmade quilts. The area was beautiful, private, and secluded with easy access to stunning hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

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

2023 Vacation

We enjoyed staying in this beautiful home. Very clean and spacious. The beds were very comfortable. Beautiful, peaceful area. We even caught a few Pike, one pretty good size and it’s still out there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DONNA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

This house is equipped with everything we needed. The only thing we could of needed to help with cleaning the frying pans was a scrubbing pad! We had a hard time getting the pans clean for the next guests. The property is quiet and secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

We came up from Alabama to see the fall colors. Loved the camp decor of the cabin and spent many hours on the porch enjoying our view of the pond. We were fortunate to see a couple of bald eagles flying over the pond and some deer feeding at the water's edge. If you're here to see the fall foliage, make sure to take a drive down 510. It's a well maintained gravel road not far from the cabin. It runs south about 20 miles to Hwy 41 and had some to the most spectacular colors we saw on our entire vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gena G.

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

Remote and Peaceful

While this was farther away from Marquette than we anticipated, we enjoyed the Big Bay area and were able to get everything we needed locally. The nearby beach at Lake Superior was a favorite spot, especially for my girls (ages 10 & 14). We enjoyed meals at the Lumberjack Tavern and the Thunder Bay Inn. Note that the Lumberjack is the only place open for an evening meeting on Mondays and Tuesdays; Wednesdays Thunder Bay is open but the Lumberjack is closed that day. Just be prepared there are not a lot of options close by to eat! The General Store had everything we needed to get by for breakfast at the cabin. Overall, it was a successful trip for three generations to enjoy a lovely property, watch the wildlife, and make some memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic property for a relaxing get away. Out of the city -but close to anything you wanted to do. The house was equipped with anything we needed to cook or play. The house shows off the history of the property along with their family tree. As a genealogist and history lover it was so much fun to read about it! There was a minor hiccup that happened just before we arrived and they went out of their way to get it corrected quickly for us! The house is warm and inviting, clean and well stocked. We had a great time here and they let us bring our "furry" son with us as well! He loved exploring and hiking around the yard and woods! It is truly a hidden gem of a place with a wonderful family that takes care of it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place. Perfect setting and location. Like a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful and was better than the pictures. You don't get a feel for how big the lake is or how spacious and nice the cabin is from the photos. It's a bit far from town but absolutely worth it and perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of the lake were beautiful and the house was very clean. The house was perfect for my family, with enough space for the teenagers to have their own place to hang out. There's plenty of outdoor activities within a short drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was meticulously kept, very quiet, very comfortable, very clean, highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location on a quite lake. Was a great place to unwind and enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is well maintained and very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful time staying at the Wilcox home. My two sons and I caught many jumbo perch and northern pike as well. The history of the family is very interesting, my family loved reading the articles and seeing all the pictures. I've stayed in quite a few VRBO's over the years and none as clean as this place. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home in a peaceful setting along a small bay where you can take a row boat out and catch pike or perch. Enjoy the wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was our 2nd stay and we are already booked for next year! Such a beautiful, peaceful place with a gorgeous view. The house is very clean and comfortable with everything we needed for our stay. There are several good places to eat very near by so we didn't do any cooking but the kitchen had all we would have needed if we had wanted to cook. We hated to leave this tranquil spot and are looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi P.

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

Paradise

Great place, calm, peaceful, fully equipped. Wish I could stay there all summer!
Reflections on the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Great Spot

We stayed here to go snowmobiling. Great spot with plenty of parking and you can't beat the trail being right at the end of the driveway. House was large with plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home / cabin, tons of history and character

It was tough to get in since I didn’t get the right code. Could have been a mess, but we recovered nicely after a few calls and texts. The home is awesome, very spacious, with direct snowmobile and orv trail access. Right around the corner is a few restaurants and a bar. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

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Our parents first came to this area deer hunting in 1937. From then on it was a love affair that captured their hearts and finally moving here permanently in 1972. For the 8 of us children it was a vacation paradise and has become home for 7 of us.
Our parents taught us many strong family values and maintaining their home for others to share has become a priority since their deaths in 2005. You get a real taste of local history and the dedication to family and life that they shared.

Why they chose this property

If you enjoy watching birds out your window, deer grazing by the water, eagles flying over the water in search of dinner, watching the beaver swim, and the sound of a Sand Hill Crane, you will love our location. The rolling lawn is adjacent to the woods and gives a sense of privacy. This is truly a home to relax and enjoy your vacation, away from the busyness of the city, yet close enough to enjoy the highlights of Marquette and natural beauty of Big Bay.

What makes this property unique

There is plenty of room and all the amenities of home. Lake Independence is only a mile away and is known for its perch, walleye and northern pike. McKenzie Bay offers solitude and fun catching perch or pike - in the warm months. The ice is not safe for winter ice fishing.

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