Title: 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6347767&destination=Baldwin%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=106728060&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing ## Photo gallery for 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing ![Smart TV - 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728100/106728060/5be8ddc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach - 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728100/106728060/934b1e4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728100/106728060/59155291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728100/106728060/3760d193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106730000/106728100/106728060/4d8f0f4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies North Bay Shores' newest gem, 910 acre Big Star Lake retreat offers access to a shared 700-foot beach and boat dock for endless water fun. Enjoy the large deck with solo stove and chairs, perfect for relaxing after a day of fishing or exploring the surrounding National Forest. ## Reviews 10 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. ### 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing Very nice and new (built in 2023) property in the North Bay Shores association at 910 acre all-sports, Big Star Lake. The association includes access to 700 feet of shared beach, boat dock (seasonal), and pickle ball courts (seasonal). Close to access points for Pere Marquette River for Trout, Salmon, Steelhead, in an area surrounded by National Forest for hunting, snowmobiling, or other outdoor fun. The property has a large deck with chairs, solo stove, and table. This is a great base camp for boating, swimming, fishing, hunting, or general outdoor activities. Note: North Bay Shores is a quiet family oriented community. All are welcome but loud and wild parties are not. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/563400/563341/d9a2a82a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Hotel Houghton Lake - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly 9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews CA $132 CA $150 total includes taxes & fees Mar 18 - Mar 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=563341&PinnedHotelID=563341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61350000/61340900/61340885/18b013cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tru By Hilton Gaylord, MI Gaylord - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 562 reviews CA $124 CA $138 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=61340885&PinnedHotelID=61340885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/170000/165100/165010/54ea0ab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Grayling Grayling - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 913 reviews CA $129 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=165010&PinnedHotelID=165010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26700/26697/b7c874bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn & Suites Grayling - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Kids pool 6.0 1,000 reviews CA $138 CA $150 total includes taxes & fees Apr 15 - Apr 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=26697&PinnedHotelID=26697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105580000/105580000/105579975/31aea644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whalen Lake Log Cabin, Wi-Fi, Lakefront, Kayaks Baldwin - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=105579975&PinnedHotelID=105579975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21980000/21976900/21976880/60fa2746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River - Recently Renovated!! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Baldwin is home to this cottage. Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC at Big Star Lake, Near Hunting & Fishing 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynda W. Sep 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly Recommend! Our stay was wonderful! Highly recommend! The pictures and description of the house and area are accurate. The area is beautiful. The bed we slept in was very comfortable. The best host ever! The house was everything we expected and more. ##### Lynda W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### john k. Oct 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Awesome ##### john k. 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