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Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!

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A cabin with a porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a window with lights on.
A wooden bed with a plaid bedspread and a deer pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a dining area.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dark leather sofa, a television, and a kitchen in the background.
A building with a porch and string lights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub and offers lake views. Enjoy nearby attractions such as Whalen Lake and Leverentz Lake, while bringing your pet along for the stay.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • Foosball on-site

    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.

  • A quiet escape

    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Spa pool on site
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Place, Whalen Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bush Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Star Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!

Cozy lake cottage on Whalen lake with a relaxing hot tub right outside Manistee National Forest. Close to miles and miles of ORV, bicycle and hiking trails. The house sits on just under an acre of land on Whalen Lake. With easy access right off of US 10 on a paved road, the lake offers a tranquil atmosphere for any type of vacation. You can utilize the paddle boat or kayak that are provided to get out on the lake or you can fish right off of the dock. Located less than five minutes from town, where you'll find Jones' homemade ice cream, the world's largest brown trout sculpture, shops and restaurants. If you prefer a home cooked meal, the full kitchen has everything you'd need, or you can make something on the grill with a beautiful view of the lake. There are two bedrooms on the first floor and a large loft area with a full bathroom on each floor. Take advantage of the relaxing outdoors, either on the back porch at the patio table, in the screened gazebo, or out by the bonfire pit. This is a great starting point to take advantage of all that Northern Michigan has to offer. Some of our favorite day trips are to Traverse City for awesome wineries, breweries, and shopping; Ludington for great restaurants, and the beautiful beach on Lake Michigan; or to the dunes at Silver Lake. Full access to the house, bonfire pit, paddle boat and four kayaks. The kayaks and paddle boat are available from May 1st to Sept 30th. I can be contacted by text, email or phone during your stay but will not be on site. We have a ring doorbell on the house.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2594418vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Baldwin

Baldwin is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Shrine of the Pines and Luther Area Museum are cultural highlights.
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Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Whalen Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bush Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Big Star Lake - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Ferris State University - 33 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 38 min drive - 68.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪To Jo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!?

As of 15 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly! on 1 February 2027 start from NZ$1,343, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Black Bear Cottage-Hot Tub, Pet Friendly! located?

Situated in Baldwin, this holiday home is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Whalen Lake. Leverentz Lake and Bush Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Nina Graham

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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