Is Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Superior and within 25 miles (40 km) of Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Hidden Beach. Sugarloaf Mountain and Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Bigbay vacation home on Lake Independence. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

27 Jul 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.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo B.

6 Aug 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.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Greg W.

25 Sept 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.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G., Owosso

9 Jul 2022

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

This property is perfect for 6 adults. Second time renting. The lake is perfect.

You won't regret renting. As all cabin rentals, it needs a few things but over all very relaxing and peaceful.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne A.

7 Jul 2023

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

Vacation

Wonderful. Very quiet lake

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

22 Sept 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.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

24 Jul 2023

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

Awesome lakefront house!

Awesome place right on the water, epic views! Great secluded area away from the city, couldn't ask for a better getaway! Jim is an A+++ host, everything was taken care of and we had a great time! Perfect spot to start your UP vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris K.

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Our stay was ok here. Being directly on Lake Independence was amazing, exactly what we wanted. It was very quiet and scenic with lots of wildlife in the area. Unfortunately this property needs some help in more ways than one. At the last minute, the day before check in I received a call telling me the property won’t be cleaned before we arrival. Ok, I guess we’ll have to deal with it since we can’t find a replacement home last minute. Then the conversation went on to the fact doors don’t lock properly. Yes, very true, sliding door locked behind us going outside. 2 people got stuck in the bathroom. The home is shown to be a 3 bedroom 2 bath. It is actually 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed; bedroom 2 has a full size bed; and the sunroom with no privacy, no curtains, blinds etc. was what was referred to as the 3r bedroom. 2 baths, nope, 1 bath. I do not consider a toilet that didn’t flush in the laundry/utility room a bathroom. We learned about the issue with the laundry toilet the day before as well. The house had a wall air conditioner unit, and the bedrooms and sunroom were never cool enough for sleeping. It was too hot to have the windows open during our stay. Other concerns included mouse droppings in the kitchen cabinets, lid to grill was broken and grill in bad shape. The dock was not secured properly having cinderblocks and c clamps holding the decking to the frame. Some sections still popped out causing safety hazard. We feel very misled.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen Caryl P.

18 Sept 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.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

5 Sept 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.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki B.

11 Jul 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.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brianna L.

20 Jun 2025

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Nice location but poor management

Location was lovely. Quiet, private, picturesque. Easy access, plenty of room. The house itself was very comfortable, as was the furniture.However, property was not fully cleaned when we arrived: there was hair in the shower; beds not properly made; leftover food from previous guests in fridge and freezer. A/C did not work (window A/C unit was available, but central air was not functional); thankfully, it was mostly cool enough without, but I could see this being an issue as it continues to warm up. Minimal paper products available (toilet paper, paper towel). The host inappropriately pushed boundaries when communicating with myself (as a member of the opposite sex) before the rental period began, which I found very uncomfortable.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN T.

17 Jun 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.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

17 May 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!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

14 Apr 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

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

11 Oct 2024

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Mrs

Great place for quietness and peace!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

7 Oct 2024

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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.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

29 Sept 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.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen D.

11 Sept 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.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

5 Sept 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!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bethany R.

19 Jul 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.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

9 Jul 2024

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

Fun time

Quiet and peaceful

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

29 Jun 2024

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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.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

zach d.

31 Oct 2023

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

Great place

Great location. Good communication.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

8 Oct 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.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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