[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Our Happy Place Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/854fecbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/e0d2d384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/66a7cf7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/1fa51f72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/7c4608c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near Baldwin and across from Manistee Forest, this cozy cabin offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the hammock or play cornhole on the huge lot, then cap off your day with s'mores by the firepit under starry skies. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8950 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Our Happy Place Inviting, easy access, fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Located near Baldwin, across from Manistee Forest. Big Star Lake private (association) Bayak beach 5 minute drive. Public boat launch 1.5 miles away. Ride right from the cabin to ORV & snowmobile trails. Fish or float the Pier Marquette or visit the nearby golf course. Hammock, play cornhole, or picnic outside on the huge lot or the large deck. Cap off your day enjoying the firepit, smores under the stars. Perfect getaway cabin for play and relaxation surrounded by nature. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Water skiing 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 - Unit size: 950 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83650000/83646400/83646352/b38e99b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin with beautiful acreage bordering Manistee National Forest Hesperia - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=83646352&PinnedHotelID=83646352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66416500/66416409/dbc18029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Three bedroom one bath home and 3 1/2 wooded acres Township of Branch - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Toys/games 8.8 Excellent 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=66416409&PinnedHotelID=66416409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39038000/39037901/991b84f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hancock hideaway Baldwin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 93 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=39037901&PinnedHotelID=39037901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72369300/72369271/a7b586ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nature at its best Baldwin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=72369271&PinnedHotelID=72369271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28780000/28770500/28770447/934bbfbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Couples Retreat, NEW Hot Tub 2022, ORV, Right From the Front Door Baldwin - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 167 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=28770447&PinnedHotelID=28770447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109370000/109368500/109368462/93ac8df1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy renovated vintage cabin near lake Cecilia Baldwin - Air conditioning - Parking available - Lake view - Microwave 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=109368462&PinnedHotelID=109368462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101261700/101261628/8dcb668c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage on Big Star Lake, Minising Pointe in Baldwin, MI. 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Idlewild - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Microwave 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=113001073&PinnedHotelID=113001073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 23 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 ## 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%7C43.81495%2C-85.96323&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cfofzA_ul9eHyF9sgACOxo1E_Wo=) Baldwin, MI #### What's nearby - Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Big Star Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Cecilia Lake - 10 min drive - 6.1 km - Basford Lake - 11 min drive - 6.8 km - Shrine of the Pines - 19 min drive - 15.4 km #### Restaurants - ‪Silver Bullet Saloon - ‬15 min drive - ‪Marquette Trails Restuarant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Freeman Inn - ‬19 min drive - ‪Mels At The Lake - ‬7 min drive - ‪Na Tah Ka - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Our Happy Place pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Our Happy Place? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Our Happy Place? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Our Happy Place located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Big Star Lake. Lake Township Park and Honeymoon Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Our Happy Place Reviews 9.8 ### 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 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle F. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Very clean comfortable and nice ##### Kyle F. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey S. May 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! This house was so nice! They thought of EVERYTHING to make us feel like we were at home. SUPER clean, well supplied, nice quiet location and so many unexpected extras! Five stars from me! ##### Stacey S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### debbie p. Oct 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice rental House was clean and well appointed. Really enjoyed the deck and fire pit! Great rental! ##### debbie p. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina S. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Very nice place . VERY clean and comfy. ##### Tina S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison N. Oct 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Happy Place Couldn’t be easier. Convenient to the fishing. Very clean and maintained. ##### Alison N. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica C. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Girls family weekend The house was perfect for our needs! The living area was spacious and clean and we were thankful for the air mattresses! The beach is a further walk than the listing led us to believe but The fire pit and yard games provided hours of fun! Thanks for having us! ##### Jessica C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric H. May 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Biker weekend A bit remote but extremely peaceful ##### Eric H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina W. Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! The lodging was great - we had more than enough space and loved the fire pit. Easy reservation process and the hosts were in contact with updates. ##### Tina W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi Jul 31, 2023 ##### Jodi Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose Dec 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It wasa really nice, cozy, clean property. . ##### Jose ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill N. Nov 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great rental. Owner was awesome with communications. Very comfortable, great location and nice neighbors. ##### Bill N. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Laura B. Aug 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girlfriends Getaway Myself and three friends had a great time. We’re familiar with the area, so that made getting around much easier. Great property! Enjoyed the fire pit at night! ##### Laura B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Joe R. Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### happy place property was great very much enjoyed the fire pit . we didn't find the corn hole game until the day we left. would have loved to play. we did play ladder ball. screens on the windows would have been nice. cabin was warm. The cabin is very clean and cute. ##### Joe R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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