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Experience the serenity of Big Star Lake Bayou at The Red Door Cottage. This cozy loft-style home boasts a gourmet kitchen, a private dock for your boat, and access to 5 kayaks, 1 tandem kayak, 1 ocean kayak and a canoe. With accommodations for up to ten guests and central air with WiFi streaming you'll feel right at home.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8!

Your perfect getaway starts here when you step into The Red Door Cottage! This open loft style home features panoramic views of the Big Star Lake Bayou through the large two story picture windows. The Red Door Cottage is a cozy family vacation residence with a private site directly on the bayou of Big Star Lake, which is an all sports lake, offering great fishing, boating and swimming. You will have full access to the private dock for your boat as well as access to 4 standard Kayaks, 1 Tandem Kayak, and a canoe for full family fun! Lifejackets are also provided. The Cottage boasts a gourmet kitchen for those vacationers who love to cook, gorgeous wood cabinets, a dishwasher, and eat in bar seating. Accommodations for 8 guests include the Master bedroom with a luxurious king bed, the loft with additional king bed and twin bed and 3 twin beds on the lower level walkout. For your comfort, we also provide central air and WiFi with streaming. Pets are welcome! Additional fee of $100/pet will apply. 2 pet maximum, please send inquiry for more than 2 pets to secure approval prior to booking.

The Red Door Cottage provides the perfect setting for year-round activities or just relaxing and enjoying the seasonal splendor of northern Michigan. The Red Door has it all: water frontage, beautiful views, a fire pit, a gas grill, and a deck overlooking it all for relaxing at day’s end while enjoying spectacular sunsets! Sit back, relax and enjoy your time on Big Star Lake.

Nearby attractions include access points to Pere Marquette River, a world renowned trout stream and great for canoeing and kayaking, as well as a Trailhead to the North Country National Scenic Trail. The public boat launch on Big Star Lake is only a 1/4 mile away. The town of Baldwin is approximately 15 minutes away and Ludington is approximately 45 minutes away.

NOTE: The bayou frontage is not suitable for swimming but is perfect for docking your boat. However, there are lots of great swimming areas accessible by boat!

No Smoking
No Parties or Large Events
For security purpose only, there is a Blink Doorbell located on the front door of the cottage.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Located in Baldwin, this holiday home is on a lake. 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 Big Star Lake. Visit our Baldwin travel guide
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Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Big Star Lake
    Big Star Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Historic Big Sable point light house near Ludington, Michigan
    Ludington Waterfront Park
    55 min drive - 69.9 km
  • Lake Township Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ferris State University
    52 min drive - 73.4 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    57 min drive - 71.0 km

Restaurants

  • Silver Bullet Saloon
    16 min drive
  • Ruby Creek Tavern
    17 min drive
  • Mels At The Lake
    5 min drive
  • Marquette Trails Restuarant
    9 min drive
  • Na Tah Ka
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Big Star Lake and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Lake Township Park and Honeymoon Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Red Door Cottage on Big Star Lake, Sleeps 8! Reviews

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Great stay

We really enjoyed our stay. If we return to Baldwin, we would stay there again. The house is equipped with everything you will need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Vacation

Great place for families! Great communication with the owner! Highly recommend for a long weekend getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

On the bayou

This is an amazing property. Big deck,big yard,nice dock and patio by the water enjoyed our stay. though th
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Wonderful place, would stay again.

We had a wonderful stay, couldn’t have asked for more. Great location, and everything we could have ever needed in one spot. The back channel was peaceful and quite. Not ideal swimming conditions, but easy access to lake, and location to boat launch. Two full sized bathrooms were a pleasant surprise. Already planning a trip for a return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Peaceful setting

We had our kids and grands there for a summer get together. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The lake is beautiful and peaceful. Saw a bald eagle fly right over the dock carrying a fish. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy V.

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

Great relaxing property!

Beautiful house nestled in quiet area of lake. Loved how dog friendly as well. We sat outside and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, watched birds, and enjoyed northern Michigan. The kayaks were clean and fun to use around the lake area. Yard games a bonus as well! Would definitely recommend house and we plan to stay again. Easy drive to Ludington and Silver Lake which we also did while staying for long weekend. Thanks for a great weekend of family memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

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

Fantastic relaxing getaway

The cabin is exceptionally clean and well appointed. We were definitely not left wanting regarding cooking, dining and cleaning supplies. Great thoughtful touches such as kayaks, canoes, cornhole, games, books, bluetooth speakers and Smart TVs with Roku guest mode. The location is stuck back in the marshy area of the lake, which may not be ideal for everyone, but there is a dock and you can get a boat in there, so it’s only a short little troll out to the big lake. Not a big deal at all and it ensures a nice quiet experience away from all the lake traffic. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calista Y.

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

Wonderful stay at Red Door Cottage!

Beautiful cottage, spotlessly maintained! 100% as described. Beautiful view of "the bayou" with the fall colors. 2 pair of binoculars available for bird watching was a great perk! We watched a snowy egret AND a bald eagle fishing in the waters...awesome! Only downside was lots of Canadian geese AND tons of their droppings down by the dock and fire ring which made us stay up closer to the house or our dog would have been rolling in it evey day. Hey, nature is nature! They were fun to watch coming in for landings in the bayou!! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We really enjoyed our week. GPS is correct for this location. Plenty of parking. Very nice house, great condition and very clean. House is stocked well with supplies and kitchen necessities. Great having a washer and dryer. Very nice view of the bayou. Lots of wildlife viewing, especially Canadian Geese which love the lawn, so watch your step. Nice dock for your boat, but take caution on the bayou, it’s very a shallow. Once you get out to the main lake, it’s very nice and plenty of depth. If you like to golf, there is a very nice golf course about 5 minutes away, which they serve breakfast too. You’ll be happy with your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca K.

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

Summer Trip 2023

We had an amazing time! Place was very clean, fully stocked kitchen utensils & supplies. Owners were very responsive when we had questions and they had a full book detailing everything about the place and surrounding area. Beautiful location over looking lake wet lands. Kids had a blast fishing right off the dock catching little fish left and right. We brought a boat and used the dock and bigger part of the lake for tubing and swimming. I grew up coming to this lake and it’s been many years since I have been back. Brought back a lot of great memories that we were able to pass to our kids. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jerald M.

Red door cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very beautiful please.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Fall fishing trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice. Everything was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

silva

Consistently awesome!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful well kept home. Super clean and equipped well. Our third year here and still impressed with how great it is!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Fantastic Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My friends and I decided to take a group trip. This cabin was perfect for us! It was extremely clean! The location is not far from town. The perfect mix of being in the woods but close enough to the quaint town of Baldwin. It was very nice to have three kayaks and a one-person canoe. The dock and bayou were very peaceful. They have all the cookware you will ever need. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan k.

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

Weekend away

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn G.

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

Great House Beautiful Lake

The Red Door Cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay-Very clean and the kitchen was very well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Holiday weekend

Great location and a beautiful house to celebrate the holiday weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph O.

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

Kayaking & Boating from the Red Door Cottage

We enjoyed kayaking early in the day & boating in the heat of the day. We indulged the bayou experience seeing eagles, herons and river otters & more. It was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Lakeside Retreat

A wonderful house just off Big Star Lake. Great amenities, clean house, really appreciate the kayaks that were available. Fantastic place to stay, and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erine K.

Beautiful spacious cabin on BSL!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful experience for our family at the red door cabin. Cozy and spacious and had everything we needed to feel at home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Great Spot

Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera H.

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

Lake vacation

House was great with everything you need. Very quiet and private. We enjoyed boating on the lake and kayaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed staying at this house. Plenty of space in the house and yard. Staying on the bayou was a pretty cool experience too. We docked a pontoon that we had rented and didn't have any issues getting in and out. We even enjoyed a concert on the lake! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Total gem!

The home was immaculate! The house did not feel like a rental….it felt like a home! Quality furniture/kitchen supplies/bedding and more. Big Star lake is definitely a hidden gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022