Springtime Serenity Peacefully situated on a private lake.

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Marquette, MI

Little Presque Isle Recreation Area8 min drive
Sugarloaf Mountain11 min drive
Northern Michigan University18 min drive
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Spring, a time to get out and enjoy nature, the budding of fresh green trees, blooming wildflowers and lots of wildlife as they wake up from their long winter naps. Eat, Sleep and Explore! This is the place to fill those times with joy.
We are very COVID conscious for your safety and for ours. Thorough cleaning is done after each guest.
Are you ready to kick back and enjoy the peace, quiet, and beauty of the North woods? This is the perfect place to hike, play on the water, observe nature, watch the moon rise, and breathe the fresh clean air!
Book now to have a cozy home in which you can escape the hubbub of daily life! Our home is the perfect place to kick back and relax in the peace and tranquility of the North Woods.
Access to Lake Independence is just down the road. And the snowmobile trail is at the back door. Lake Independence is known for its Perch, Walleye, and Northern Pike - in summer and winter. Lake Superior is 3 miles away. Or you may opt to take advantage of the tranquility of McKenzie Bay. Our home sits on this small motor-free lake and offers great bird watching and abundant wildlife. If you time your visit right, you may be able to see the beauty of the moon shining across McKenzie Bay.
We are on County Road 550 just minutes away from the historical village of Big Bay. This former lumber town is known for having produced the wooden panels for Henry Ford's Woody cars and for producing Brunswick bowling pins. There are abundant opportunities for fishing, hiking, waterfalls, biking, swimming, water skiing, snowmobiling, cross county skiing, all within the picturesque area of Big Bay.

This is a vacation spot for all seasons for anyone wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of daily living. The serenity and seclusion we offer is a great opportunity to spend time with those you love as you enjoy the beauty of watching the moon rise over the water, geese and ducks flying in and out, or witness an eagle or osprey catching their dinner. Song birds fill the mornings and evenings with their lilts.

Our family home offers the amenities of a home and is filled with memories of our parents and special family times. The walls tell the story of the love between our dad and mother and eight children.

Come sit by the outdoor firepit and enjoy the many splendors that nature has to offer and enjoy the shimmering beauty of the moonlight on McKenzie Bay. Or curl up by the indoor fireplace and enjoy the comfort of watching the dancing flames.

Keywords: House

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Caution - ponds that do not freeze in winter

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Prior approval required. Clean up after them

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marquette

Located in Marquette, this holiday home is on a lake. Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead and Noquemanon Trail Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marquette Harbor Light and Marquette Maritime Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Superior Dome. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marquette, MI

What's nearby

Little Presque Isle Recreation Area - 8 min drive
Sugarloaf Mountain - 11 min drive
Northern Michigan University - 18 min drive
Superior Dome - 19 min drive
Presque Isle Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Springtime Serenity Peacefully situated on a private lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Springtime Serenity Peacefully situated on a private lake. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Springtime Serenity Peacefully situated on a private lake. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Springtime Serenity Peacefully situated on a private lake. located?

This family-friendly Marquette holiday home is located on a lake, 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Lake Superior, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hidden Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain. Little Presque Isle Recreation Area and Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gordon O.

31 Jan 2024

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

North woods snowmobile trip

Over all the property was very clean and well stocked with all items needed for a comfortable stay. If your a snowmobiler there was plenty of parking for tow vehicles and trailers. The snowmobile trail is right at the edge of the property. The gas station and mini mart is less than a mile down the trail. The lower level with its own bathroom and shower gives the lower level guests very nice private space. This house has an entrance that’s through half of a 2car garage great set up if you need to do any sled repairs!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

10 Dec 2023

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

If you think the photos are good, it’s better in person.

We spent 5 days here and didn’t want to check out. It is one of the best pieces of property in the area. It has so much to offer. We enjoyed the family history all over the property. What a beautiful way to honor the folks who lived in this house years ago. We used the boats, made fires, walked the property many times, enjoyed the views from the four seasons room and it was the perfect place to relax after going on excursions in the area. If you’re on the fence, book this place, it is better than the pictures. No offense to the photographer, the property really is something special. We would love to come back someday.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK P.

8 Nov 2023

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

Fall foliage in big bay

Great place. Checks all the boxes for everything we were looking for. We would definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

20 Oct 2023

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

We came up from Alabama to see the fall colors. Loved the camp decor of the cabin and spent many hours on the porch enjoying our view of the pond. We were fortunate to see a couple of bald eagles flying over the pond and some deer feeding at the water's edge. If you're here to see the fall foliage, make sure to take a drive down 510. It's a well maintained gravel road not far from the cabin. It runs south about 20 miles to Hwy 41 and had some to the most spectacular colors we saw on our entire vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

8 Oct 2023

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

Big Bay cabin

A beautiful and well loved family camp with family memorabilia decorating the cabin, including beautiful handmade quilts. The area was beautiful, private, and secluded with easy access to stunning hiking trails.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Your host

Our parents first came to this area deer hunting in 1937. From then on it was a love affair that captured their hearts and finally moving here permanently in 1972. For the 8 of us children it was a vacation paradise and has become home for 7 of us.
Our parents taught us many strong family values and maintaining their home for others to share has become a priority since their deaths in 2005. You get a real taste of local history and the dedication to family and life that they shared.

Why they chose this property

If you enjoy watching birds out your window, deer grazing by the water, eagles flying over the water in search of dinner, watching the beaver swim, and the sound of a Sand Hill Crane, you will love our location. The rolling lawn is adjacent to the woods and gives a sense of privacy. This is truly a home to relax and enjoy your vacation, away from the busyness of the city, yet close enough to enjoy the highlights of Marquette and natural beauty of Big Bay.

What makes this property unique

There is plenty of room and all the amenities of home. Lake Independence is only a mile away and is known for its perch, walleye and northern pike. McKenzie Bay offers solitude and fun catching perch or pike - in the warm months. The ice is not safe for winter ice fishing.

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