Title: Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. ![Exterior - Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. (Bigbay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32660400/32660343/73ae0765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. (Bigbay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32660400/32660343/f242e3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. (Bigbay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32660400/32660343/2a6d8a66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. (Bigbay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32660400/32660343/9ac556ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. (Bigbay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32670000/32660400/32660343/08bb0e75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Surrounded by mountains and a serene lake, this beautiful property offers endless opportunities to unwind. Enjoy swimming, fishing, or paddle around the lake with the available kayak and paddle boat. Inside, cozy up by the stone fireplace in the open concept living room with panoramic views of your private dock. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. This is a beautiful property with a gorgeous lake view of mountains with your own personal dock. Great swimming area, and fishing. kayak, paddle board and canoe available to use. Check in is at 4 pm and checkout is 10 am. There is a Blink camera on the garage door for safety reasons and security. There are bears, deer, wolves in the neighborhood. Open concept kitchen, dining area, and living room with stone fireplace. Panoramic views from living room and sun room. Sun room can be used for 3rd bedroom with pull out queen couch. One bedroom with king bed and second bedroom with double bed. Covered and uncovered porch area with gas grill and view of lake. Fire pit on cement patio. 2 car attached garage. Large full kitchen with granite counter tops with counter seating. New hardwood flooring and carpet in bedrooms. Boat launches for Lake Superior and Lake independence just 1 mile away with boat rental available in Ishpeming. Full size washer and dryer. Roku TV. You can add your own applications like Netflix. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Kayak - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72050000/72049600/72049555/5b5a6c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Outpost in Big Bay- Unit 1 Big bay - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=72049555&PinnedHotelID=72049555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89060000/89053000/89052959/e6e3bb1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly renovated. 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Remove the garbage from the house and put in the garbage can in the garage Do not pull through neighbors driveways or move firepit ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 Bigbay Vacation Home Lake Independence House Vacation Home Lake Independence House Bigbay Vacation Home Lake Independence Vacation Home Lake Independence Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence Big Bay Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence Private vacation home Bigbay Vacation Home on Lake Independence Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Big Bay Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.81770%2C-87.70539&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=67QjzSPlF-i2Qdbeyl5qpL8OiRM=) Bigbay, MI #### What's nearby - Little Presque Isle Recreation Area \- 28 min drive \- 37.9 km - Sugarloaf Mountain \- 32 min drive \- 45.9 km - Northern Michigan University \- 38 min drive \- 54.7 km - Superior Dome \- 41 min drive \- 56.1 km - UP Health System - Marquette \- 43 min drive \- 57.9 km #### Getting around - Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Thunder Bay Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Lumberjack Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hungry Hollow - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.? ### What time is check-out at Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.? ### Where is Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 71 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely perfect in everyway ! Beautiful location, neighbor was a really nice guy, he gave me some good advice to help catch fish off the dock!Sunroom with a breeze off the lake was paradise! ##### Jason C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen V. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing View Great house, atmosphere and location. Well appointed for everything you may need for a great get away at the lake. Communication with owner was top notch. Would stay again and again! ##### Karen V. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### zach d. Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great location. Good communication. ##### zach d. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave C. Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall getaway Great place to stay, as described in listing. Quiet and great view of the lake. Owner is very responsive to any questions. Would certainly book again. ##### Dave C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane L. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Upper Penninsula Joy Such a good and relaxing time on Independence Lake. Your choice to stay and relax or take wonderful day trips to wonderful sites. ##### Diane L. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Greg W. Sep 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big Bay Amazing views of Lake Independence and the Huron Mountains. Very quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed both Lake Independence and Lake Superior. Fantastic views from Thomas rock. ##### Greg W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary B. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view of Lake Independence The property was very nice and it met our needs well. The kitchen was spacious and the view was outstanding. Not sure if the air conditioner worked, but it was not so hot that we needed it. Our purpose to be there was to fish and the fishing was great. Would rent the house again if we go to Big Bay again. ##### Gary B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquility What a great place to stay. Starting your day looking over the lake from the sunroom could not be better. There is everything you need there to enjoy the lake. My only suggestion would be if you want to do a lot of fishing you might want to bring a boat. Communicating with the owner is a breeze. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Colleen D. Sep 11, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Lake Life Views Stunning views of fabulous lake from this property. Great water toys and seems like new dock. Communication with the owner Jim was open and easy and he had great tips for the area. Our opinion was the property could use a deep cleaning and organizing of cupboards, updated cookware (fry pans, cookie sheets), new pillows. ##### Colleen D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele B. Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home & surroundings Jim’s home is a gem. It’s spacious and comfortable and has everything you might need. I particularly enjoyed having my meals in the sunroom each day. The lake and property are the perfect setting for relaxing and enjoying being out in nature. The public beach in town on Lake Superior is quite nice, and Marquette is just a half hour away, with lots of great hiking and natural areas in between. I hope to be able to return for another stay some day. ##### Michele B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer N. Aug 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Independence trip We had a great stay at this property. The lake is gorgeous. The house was very comfortable for our family of 4\. Our boys really enjoyed fishing on the lake and using the kayak and canoe provided. Jim was very helpful and nice, responded quickly to any communication and even gave me fishing lure tips when I told him my boys were hoping to catch a pike on the lake which they did! ##### Jennifer N. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa H. May 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful and Relaxing Stay We had a wonderful stay at the house on Lake Independence in Big Bay! The highlight of our trip was definitely watching the sunrise and sunset from the porch, where we had a stunning view of the water. We also enjoyed capturing photos of the full moon reflecting on the lake in the evenings. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. The house itself is well-equipped with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. From the comfortable living space to the well stocked kitchen, we felt right at home. One of the standout features was the Sleep Number bed, which provided an outstanding sleep experience. We woke up refreshed and ready to enjoy the day!Our host, Jim, was wonderful in communicating with us and ensuring we had everything we needed during our stay. He went above and beyond to make our experience enjoyable.It’s worth noting that the photos of the house do not do justice to the real thing – it’s even more beautiful in person!Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better retreat. If you’re looking for a peaceful escape, this is the perfect spot. We can’t wait to return! ##### Teresa H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin & Victoria K. Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Shimmering Birch Two old pals continuing their annual UP North summer fishing trip tradition, experienced a really nice week at Jim’s Lake Independence cabin. The cottage served us well and the varied (day and night) vistas visible from the covered deck were marvelous. An exceptional location offering excellent fishing as well as great sightseeing opportunities nearby. Would definitely consider a return visit! Many thanks Jim, for sharing your family treasure! ##### Kevin & Victoria K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### GM S. Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rebooked it in less than 24 hours We have been looking for the perfect up north cabin for our family for three years and we ABSOLUTELY found it in this one. The kids loved swimming in the warm shallow sandy waters right behind the cabin and my partner took the canoe out multiple times. We spent a day in Marquette (a super easy drive) at the Childrens Museum (do not miss this if you have kids under 8) but mostly just rotated time between the beach behind the cabin and the Lake Superior shore just down the street. Next year we're bringing bikes. Thank you for a great stay! ##### GM S. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon R. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful setting and location The house was right on the lake with outdoor seating. Also has a sunroom, so if the mornings or evenings are too cool, you can still enjoy the lake from there. Only a couple of things to be aware of. The listing says 3 bedrooms, it is only 2 true bedrooms. The third is a pullout couch in the sunroom. It also states 2 bathrooms. It is one true bathroom. The other is a toilet and utility sink in the utility room. It served it's purpose and worked just fine for 2 couples. The overall house was wonderful and I would definitely stay there again if we are in the area. ##### Sharon R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Caryl P. Sep 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place on a quiet lake The grounds and lake house are well kept and family friendly. We all appreciated the spaciousness and the comfort of the living room. That being said, our teenagers hardly left the dock. They came in the house only to eat and sleep. Fishing was so much fun. The sandy bottom of the lake was great on the feet. Jim was very accommodating and easy to contact. This is obviously a much loved house. I would recommend bringing all your supplies including toilet paper and paper towels, foil, etc. There is little available in the immediate area. You have to go to Marquette which is 1.5 hour round trip. That is hard to do because once you are at the house, you don't want to leave. If you have a special dish you wish to cook, I recommend bringing your own knifes and pans. There are plenty of utensils, plates, etc, but the knives, pots and pans are very basic. If you are looking for a quiet, comfortable retreat, this is the place. ##### Helen Caryl P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S. Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property We had a wonderful stay at this lovely home on Lake Independence. The property is nice and quiet, filled with wildlife and beautiful views of the lake. It's a short drive to Lake Superior and to the quaint town of Big Bay. Jim was an absolutely excellent host and stayed in contact with us to make sure all was going well and if we had any questions or concerns. My only 'complaints' about the property would be that it did not have any beach (my fault, I should have read the property description better) and the king size bed was extremely hard. It was supposed to be a sleep number bed but I don't think it was working. Both my husband and I have back and hip/knee issues so it did make for difficult sleep. We did have everything we needed other than paper products - you will need to bring toilet paper, paper towels, etc. But otherwise it was fully stocked. Also you'll need firewood, but there are a multitude of road side stands selling firewood. All in all a great stay and Jim is a fantastic host. If you're game for a good walk through the woods with a few 'sketchy' places to get through, there are beautiful waterfalls in the area. ##### Lisa S. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Bethany R. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Beautiful Lake The house was a let down with inaccurate information being provided regarding on more than a few things. Pros: perfect location to Lake Superior & beautiul lake with boat access & swimming from the dock with shallow water to enjoy with the kids. Unfortunately the cons outweighed the pros: The place needs a deep cleaning in the kitchen & bathroom. There is no cable/satellite, streaming only & you have to have your own streaming accounts to use the TV. There are very few remotes in the place that actually work. The entire outside of the house & some inside areas have large spiders that need to be cleaned out. Most of the windows do not close. There is only a small A/C unit in the kitchen which doesn't cool down the bedrooms at all. There is only 1 working bathroom & unfortunately it smells musty the entire time we were there. The towels were in the dryer & had to be folded & distributed throughout the kitchen & bathroom upon arrival. The dock stairs were a safety hazard & then construction started while we were there making getting to/from the lake/dock more inconvenient. The gentleman working on the stairs were fantastic & tried to stay out of our way, but we were always concerned about getting in their way. Overall, it is not a place we would stay again when we return to the area. ##### Bethany R. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave P. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Nice place on a Cool Lake. Caught some walleye, explored the area, the restaurant in town is good. Nice quiet get away. ##### Dave P. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindi W. Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Kitchen was fine, Laundry was fine. ##### Cindi W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki B. Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Big Bay Our family had a great stay. Plenty of space, beautiful views, and lots of things to do on the lake. The location was just what we were looking for - quiet and somewhat remote but close enough to other gorgeous sites for hikes, swimming, and scenic outlooks. The home was cozy and had everything we needed for a great vacation. We would definitely stay again. ##### Nicki B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bo B. Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Location, Location, Location!!!!!! We had an amazing stay at this property. Awesome lakefront views, distant mountain views. Lake is sand bottom, great for all sports!The property is listed as a 3 bedroom but really it is 2\. Not a huge deal but something to know. ##### Bo B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris H. Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great The host was awsome and a list of all the local spots for food and attractions the house was beautiful and the area was gorgeous 10/10 would stay again the host was quick to respond to any questions we had ##### Chris H. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOHN T. Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Jim has a very nice rental at Lake Independence. It was comfortable and Jim had everything in place for our fishing trip. Neighbors aren't very friendly but sometimes you have that. It was a very pleasant stay. Thanks Jim. ##### JOHN T. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee C. Apr 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views on the lake! We loved waking up every morning to the views and having kayaks there to use was a bonus! ##### Renee C. 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