The perfect place to "GETAWAY' Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

3 Sept 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed this property. It met all of our needs and provided a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Gina and Paul were very gracious hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

17 Oct 2024

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Beautiful location!

We loved the location and the house was just as described, very clean, and hosts were great. Really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg Y.

9 Sept 2025

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Clean beautiful place and friendly host that stay above on 1st floor. Separate entrance into walkout basement with great amenities.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda V.

18 Jul 2025

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Big Bay Retreat

The suite was great. This is a great place to stay for a couple or family of 3. The lake was beautiful and we also enjoyed the kayaks. Gina and Paul were great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy P.

16 Jul 2025

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The suite was very clean and welcoming. It was just as advertised. The view was awesome. The location is very quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

31 Jul 2023

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Great Place on Indy

It was a great place for us to relax.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dick R.

26 Jun 2023

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Great time.

Perfect quiet spot to stay while visiting family in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

8 Jul 2024

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Great place to stay!

We absolutely loved our stay. Gina was so welcoming and helpful. The property was well stocked and is exactly as shown . The view of the lake is beautiful. If in the area again we will definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

7 Aug 2025

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Beautiful!

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. We brought our paddle boards so being right on Lake Independence was great. The living space was very clean, had everything we needed (including a comfortable bed!), and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. We also loved being about 35 minutes from Marquette - there is a wonderful Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings that we recommend going to. We also enjoyed hiking at Yellow Dog Falls and Dead River Falls (more advanced). We had a great trip and would stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

13 Aug 2024

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Going off the grid a couple of days…

This is a wonderful destination to relax and take in the serene Lake Independence. We bicycled the area and did day trips to Marquette.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

3 Oct 2023

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Wonderful place

My husband and I had a nice relaxing time. We took many walks in the abundant scenic areas. Beautiful view of the lake. Recommended,

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macey M.

5 Sept 2024

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Our comforting home base

My partner and I had a lovely time at Gina and Paul's place. It is located close to many sights in the Huron Mountains for exploring, and day trips to Marquette were convenient. The place was very clean, very well stocked, and in a beautiful location. Your front door is practically on the lake!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

13 Aug 2023

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Beautiful view of Lake Independence

I couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful setting and place to stay. Our hosts were more than accommodating to us and made us feel welcome. The rooms were beautiful and were everything that we were looking for. Thank you so much. We would really love to come back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

joyce a.

6 Sept 2023

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Amazing Views

Location, Location, Location … The views of the lake, mountains, wild life , and host were so calming & appreciated. Spent most of down time on great patio playing games . Tons of love was placed on supplies, nothing was missing as far as household needs Hope to get back here soon!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

24 Sept 2023

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Cozy retreat

Hi Gina and Paul, WOW, what a wonderful weekend getaway! Your spot on Lake Independence in Big Bay is fantastic! Everything was so very clean. The king bed was super comfortable! It The view of the lake from the patio was peaceful and serine. Enjoying a night fire by the fire pit was a highlight! Thanks so much for being terrific hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

24 Jul 2023

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Big Bay Bonanza!

Many thanks to Paul and Gina for hosting this lovely property. They made me feel welcome and very much at home. The apartment had everything I needed and was totally comfortable! What a gem! Lake Independence-was awesome as well! I will visit again.:) Sincerely Chris

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

25 Aug 2018

Great, relaxing getaway

This was a perfect set-up for a couple to get away and kick back. The suite was clean, spacious, and comfortable, but the real attraction was the setting. Depending on the time of day and the weather, we sat by the lake, in the garden, or on the deck. We kayaked on the beautiful water, and enjoyed day trips driving, sightseeing, and hiking in the UP and Lake Superior. Best of all, we did not have to give up our gadgets, with wi-fi availability and great cell reception. Paul and Gina are outstanding hosts, going beyond expectations to make our stay ideal.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

12 Oct 2022

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Amazing Stay

Paul & Gina greeted us when we arrived, and Paul even went out of his way to help carry things down to the suite! The property was beautiful and the view from the living area was surreal! Also, we were able to enjoy the fire pit. There were kayaks & a canoe available for use as well. We were blessed beyond measure, and the colors were spectacular. Thank you Paul & Gina for blessing us with our stay at this beautiful space of heaven!! You both were very gracious and helpful we appreciate your hospitality...we are looking forward to booking from you again!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

26 Aug 2022

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UP Vacation

We had a wonderful time Exploring the beautiful UP. Our VRBO home was perfect; quite, peaceful, roomy and a great location! Hope to come back soon.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

7 Aug 2022

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Serenity achieved

We spent a week at Paul and Gina's property and highly recommend the experience. We had to ask for a late check in and then ended up getting lost, despite great directions from our owners. They could have not been more gracious about the entire fiasco! The suite is exactly as described and was perfect for our vacation. While the owners live above, they were never intrusive and very conscious of our privacy. The gardens and yard are spacious and beautiful and you are right near the water to enjoy the cool breeze and waves. A very clean and well appointed property with the bonus of daily visits from Gina's dog, Jackson. We have been to Big Bay before and appreciate the remoteness and beauty of the area. We are sincerely grateful for the hospitality!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

30 Jul 2022

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So peaceful and relaxing!!!

What an amazing stay!!!! The lake is beautiful and Gina was such a wonderful host! We enjoyed kayaking on the lake as well as exploring all sorts of surrounding areas. The outdoor space was incredible! We enjoyed sitting out there in the mornings and evenings. Usually during the day we were gone exploring. I can’t say enough about Gina our host. We spent a beautiful night with a fire and Gina and Paul. It did rain on us so we moved under the deck and had a great time. While they were totally unobtrusive, we so enjoyed our interactions and spending time with them! Will definitely stay here again if we ever venture back up to this area!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene D.

27 Jul 2022

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Fabulous and Quiet

This property is absolutely beautiful, 50 feet away from the lake. Suite was comfortable and had everything you would possibly need for your stay. Gina and Paul were very attentive (but not too attentive) and they were the perfect hosts. My mother is 85 and has some physical challenges and they went way above and beyond to help with anything we needed. I would absolutely love to stay here again and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vince B.

15 Feb 2022

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Ice Team 2022!! 550 Snowmobile Club Fishing Derby!

Very clean, well stocked, warm and convenient. Quick and easy access to the lake! Gina & Paul are friendly, genuine people looking to assure your visit is full and comfortable!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z., Michigan

7 Sept 2021

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Comfortable and quiet

Gina is a great host. The apartment is well equipped and very comfortable. I enjoyed my week very much.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

1 Sept 2021

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What a wonderful piece of paradise

We had the reviews about how comfortable it was to stay here, so our expectations were high, which often leads to disappointment. Needless to say, that didn't happen. There is something about being so close to the water, aided by such a comfortable and welcoming space, that just makes all your troubles disappear. The only problem with staying with Paul & Gina is the difficulty of leaving. It is a bit remote, but that probably adds to the peacefulness and did not prove a problem to us at all. We stopped in Marquette on our way in, went back for dinner and a symphony concert in the park the next night and then spent our last day soaking up the local color surrounding Anatomy of A Murder, and the real crime that was its basis. If you ask nicely at the Lumberjack Tavern, they will bring out the part of the bar that has the real bullet holes. Or at least they convinced us of that. For our first time in the UP, we could not have made a better selection.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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