Entire home

A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence.

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Big bay, MI
  • Popular LocationSugarloaf Mountain35 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorthern Michigan University43 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarquette Harbor Light47 min drive
  • AirportMarquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)70 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence.

Beautiful A-Frame cottage on the sandy shores on lake independence. Great location with easy access to the lake from your own private sand beach. Relax in a hammock and enjoy the sound of the waves or take out one of the 4 kayaks for a lake excursion.

For those who like to take a more relaxed approach to their vacation, The Thunderbay and Lumberjack are located in Big Bay and they are both open for lunch and dinner.

You can take a short drive to The Big Bay Lighthouse which has tours of the grounds as well as a guided tour to the top of the lighthouse.

There are also plenty of hiking trails for all ages. The hike to the top of the Thomas Rock is short and sweet but provides incredible views of Lake Superior/Lake Independence and the Big Bay Area.
Just steps from the cabin you can hike the Iron River which leads you to the beautiful untouched beaches of Lake Superior. There is also the Yellow Dog River hiking trail which lead you to the amazing Yellow Dog waterfalls.

Crams general store is also located in the heart of Big Bay. They provide anything from groceries, fishing license as well as bate and tackle and everyone’s favorite part... Soft serve ice cream. : )

Please reach out with any questions you have about the cabin itself or the Big Bay Area.

Property manager

Ryan

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

A frame Cabin Located on the Shores on Lake Independence
A Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence.

About the neighborhood

Big Bay

Located in Big Bay, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area.

What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 35 min drive
  • Northern Michigan University - 43 min drive
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 47 min drive
  • Presque Isle Park - 47 min drive
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hungry Hollow Cafe - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A-Frame cabin located on the shores on lake Independence. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Superior and within 25 mi (40 km) of Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Hidden Beach. Northern Michigan University and Sugarloaf Mountain are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in August
Overall this was an excellent stay. Host had pretty much everything you could need available at the cabin. He was very responsive to questions. Location was beautiful and relaxing. Lake was nice- not super busy. Cabin was decorated nicely- very modern. My only complaints would be regarding the water- I would suggest bringing your own drinking water. Sulfer smell was over-powering... the water in my glass was actually yellow-ish... didn't feel great about drinking it, but just went to the local general store and bought water bottles. Only other complaint was that the windows really needed washing- lots of cobwebs and spiders... it's such a beautiful view, that took away from it a bit. The inside of the cabin was spotless, though... I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C., Rochester Hills, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View, Beach
Really enjoyed our stay, especially the view, the beach, and all the outdoor activities in the area as well as spending time in and around the city of Marquette, its parks/harbors/waterfront and Northern Michigan University.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Effingham IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in da UP!
We had a great stay at the Eh-Frame Cottage in Big Bay, Mi. Ryan has put a great deal of thought and effort into his renovation of the cottage. From booking to checkout, Ryan was always readily available to answer any questions or issues we had. It is refreshing to stay at a property whose owners take care of the cottage the same whether they are staying or hosting guests. We enjoyed coffee on the back deck in the mornings, rode our side by sides during the day, and ended evenings with a kayak ride in the pristine lake. The setup of kayaks and fire ring by the lake are a perfect combination for a relaxing evening. We look forward to a future stay when even more renovations are complete. Thank you Ryan for such an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Exactly as advertised and owner was very attentive to any ideas and desires! Thank you, Ryan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Steve D., Grand Rapids Michigan

Nice cottage off the beaten path
I was a little disappointed with location of this cottage it showed its location address in a different location, but had to have the owner send us a latitude/longitude pin to actually find the cottage. We came up to do some fishing on the lake, but could not dock our boat to his property do to very shallow waters where this cottage is located. The cottage has a nice layout with 2 different sitting areas. The only disappointing thing was the refrigerator was not clean, otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you want peace stay here.
Ryan has done an amazing job with this remodel. He has included everything but the food in this place. We hardly wanted to leave - so we just hiked near Marquette and enjoyed the evenings by the lake. Met some friendly people on the lake while paddle boarding (we had our own). Learned the history of Henry Ford in that area, the anatomy of a murder movie, snd the Brunswick factory. Very cool area. We likely had a baby moose on the lake near us the first night. Wish we had seen it only heard it’s call. It was me and my 3 teens and we just loved every minute. Thank you again Ryan!

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake house
This house was beautiful and the area was amazing. It’s a bit far from everything and the local store didn’t have much we needed. The only thing I could have used was a washing machine but overall we had an amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and perfect cabin
This cabin was so clean and comfortable and I have never stayed in a more stocked vrbo. The owners really went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we could possibly need. I would recommend this for families who want to enjoy the beautiful UP.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
This house is very nice and tastefully decorated. The location is perfect, right on the lake. The water was pleasantly warm and the kids had a lot of fun. The owner was very helpful. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021