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Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions!

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Walk right out of the master bedroom and enjoy the views and sound of loons.
Fully functional kitchen, view the lake while cooking!
Leashed pets with references and brief interview welcome!
Large lot and great neighbors.
Addition porch/ sleeping area for more guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Huron-Manistee National Forest
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whalen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bush Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

About this property

Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions!

Escape to this charming cabin in Idlewild and unwind in style! This cozy retreat has 3 bedrooms, including 2 queen beds and a bunk bed, so you and your loved ones can have a comfortable stay. Plus, you’ll have access to all the essentials like a washing machine, dryer, and AC. And don’t forget about the 2 bathrooms, each with a hair dryer, shower, and bathtub. Book your stay today and make this holiday one for the books!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
References for pet care req., current vaccines
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Hello! The front door will be unlocked for you, the key will be on the countertop if you wish to lock it during your stay, feel free to use the kayaks and anything else you see on the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4525414vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

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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Map
Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Whalen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bush Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Big Star Lake - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Ferris State University - 33 min drive - 60.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪To Jo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions!?

As of 13 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions! on 17 October 2026 start from NZ$1,060, 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.

What time is check-in at Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront cabin, sandy swim area, close to lots of unique attractions! 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 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home with all the amenities. Very comfortable and peaceful with a great view of private Whalen lake. Close to town. Stayed 2.5 weeks for work but would also be a wonderful family or couples getaway. Did a little kayaking and fishing. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Nice house with great charm. Plenty of activities for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jazzy Weekend

We were coming to the area for some jazz concerts and needed a place to stay. The house was perfect for our needs. Quiet, spacious with a beautiful lake. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Very homey feeling! Very nice and quiet neighborhood! Everything was there that was needed for a short trip. Close to other things in town. Definitely would stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular

We were attending a small family reunion and we totally enjoyed sitting by the lake on the wonderful deck with our coffee in the morning and adult beverages later in the day. It was so peaceful and just a great spot to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Lake getaway

Nice cozy house on private lakefront. Great getaway for wife and I to decompress on our anniversary. We even saw a few woodpeckers while we took in the lakefront view. Great host and experience. We look forward to coming back again. BTW I highly recommend eating at Woodys Pizza!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Thank you Randy! We are so glad you had a wonderful anniversary.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice. The hosts were friendly and helpful.We had problems with the SMART TV accessing wi-fi or cable so it was difficult to watch tv unless we hooked it up to a personal computer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here ! Right on the lake. The dog and kids got to swim all the time. Very close to ORV trails. Great place to stay ! We hope to come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2026
Thank you, Dan! You are always welcome, we hope to see you soon. *Amanda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2026
Thank you Kerri! Hope to see you next year!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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