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Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms

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Deck with grill, dining area & hot tub
Large fire pit overlooking the lake
Soaking tub in master bathroom
Kitchen with stainless steel appliances
King size master bedroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Place, Government Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mench Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Star Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms

Escape the winter doldrums at our 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage on private Government Lake only 30 minutes from Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort, free Wi-Fi and dog friendly. Enjoy the picturesque view of quiet, private Government Lake while soaking your cares away in our 6-person hot tub or private ensuite soaking tub after a busy day of activities. Close to Baldwin and the Pere Marquette River or do a day trip to Ludington, Silver Lake or Pentwater. Fenced in front yard gives your pet a great place to hang out. A great place to relax and unwind or use as a home base for day trips.

Please note that you will be sent our rental agreement once you book your stay.
Please note there is a max of 2 dogs allowed with a per pet fee.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Max of 2 dogs allowed with a pet fee per stay. Dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to sign Rental Agreement.
Quiet hours are 11:00pm to 8:00am
There is a refundable security deposit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4023779vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this cottage is on the waterfront. 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including kayaking, wildlife walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Government Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cashlon Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mench Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Putman Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Little Star Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪To Jo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪876 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Government Lake Cottage Hot Tub 3 Bedrooms located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest, Cashlon Lake and Government Lake. Putman Lake and Little Star Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay during a ski trip. The hot tub was wonderful and the view was great. We would love to stay again in the summer when we'd be able to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just wanted to get a way for a weekend to relax and unwind. This place allowed us to do just that. We rested and was able to relax in the hot tub and have a quiet weekend. The cottage was so nice and clean and had so much space. We will be booking again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
Thank you for your great review. You are welcome back to any of our Simple Lyfe Stays properties anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did a girls weekend at this lake house and it was wonderful! Perfect setting for what we wanted. It was close to town for groceries and dinners. The house was perfect for us with the internet hot tub and lake view! Would highly recommend staying here our host mike was also wonderful to deal with!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Thank you for your great review! Please come back and visit us anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

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

Nice place on lake

Great place! 4 stars for location simply because its quite close to Highway 37 which can be a bit noisy when outside, but really not a big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Napier R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The mattress I slept on was excellent! Everything else was to my liking no issues no complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
Thank you for your great review. You are welcome back to any of our Simple Lyfe Stays properties anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tiffany W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The listing photos were somewhat misleading. The property is located directly next to a major highway, which we were not expecting. We believed we had booked a secluded, peaceful location, but the highway noise was clearly audible inside the house and made it difficult to sleep in the morning.It was also apparent that the home is pet-friendly, as there was dog hair on the couch upon arrival. Additionally, the cleaning fee felt excessive given that we left the property in the same condition we found it, especially with a departure checklist of tasks that guests were expected to complete.The hot was nice but then again all you could hear was vehicles driving by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
This seems like a pretty unfair review since our listing clearly states that we are a dog friendly property. Also, the pinpoint for the property shows that it is just off of M-37. So I'm not sure what made you think that our cottage is in a secluded area.
Verified

6/10 Okay

michelle g.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newly updated, a little quirky

House was nice and new updated, but missing some basic: cleaning supplies, plunger, end tables in bedrooms. Disappointed front yard was not mowed and thistles were growing over onto dock. Perfect for pets that front yard is fenced in, but be careful as the house is next to the highway. Very noisy. I loved the hot tub and having laundry on site. The lake was nice, very small and muck bottom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
We agree that a plunger is a great idea. Our listing clearly states that this cottage is near a busy road so there could be road noise when you are outside. You can't hear the road noise inside the cottage, however. The only bedroom that doesn't have a night stand is the bunk room which we don't feel is necessary.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
Thank you for your great review. You are welcome back to any of our Simple Lyfe Stays properties anytime.

About the host

Hosted by Mike Holcomb

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We are full time hosts and vacation rental property managers with a passion for creating a memorable experience. We believe short-term and vacation rentals are the best way to travel and have personally been using them for years. We are always looking for a unique place to stay when we travel, and our goal is to offer that kind of experience in all of our properties.

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