You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge
Beautiful home located on Squaw Beach and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge near Big Bay, MI approximately 30 miles North of Marquette, MI. Home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, stone fireplace, large kitchen, dining room, deck, and BBQ grill. Exceptional views. Beautiful sunrises. Northern lights. Great for star gazing. Watch boats approaching the harbor. Town of Big Bay located about 1 mile from home.
Property manager
Mary Pat Johnson
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
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.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Table tennis
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 4,000 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Harbor Refuge House
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Big Bay Harbor Refuge
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Harbor Refuge
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Harbor Refuge House
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Big Bay Harbor Refuge
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Harbor Refuge House
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Big Bay Harbor Refuge
Large Home Located Shores Lake Superior Harbor Refuge
About the neighborhood
Big Bay, MI
What's nearby
Sugarloaf Mountain - 33 min drive - 35.3 km
Northern Michigan University - 40 min drive - 43.5 km
Superior Dome - 41 min drive - 43.3 km
UP Health System - Marquette - 43 min drive - 44.7 km
Presque Isle Park - 43 min drive - 44.3 km
Getting around
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Hungry Hollow Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge located?
This Big Bay vacation home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Superior, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Hidden Beach and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Dead River Beach and Middle Bay Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).
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Large home located on the shores of Lake Superior and Big Bay Harbor of Refuge Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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House was great, but the location was even better. Beautiful sunrises can be seen everyday, very quiet and nice private beach.
Would stay here again for certain
We rented this charming log dwelling to enjoy a week with family and get together with local friends. Lake Superior never fails to delight and it's always good fun visiting Marquette.
We enjoyed our week on the lake, with plenty of space for our family, and good hiking and biking opportunities near by. The boys enjoyed having the beach right outside the door!
Spacious home with large kitchen and wonderful views. The weather was not very nice but we had a great time hiking, golfing and going in the boat tour if pictured rocks. We had fun at the breweries in Marquette as well. I would definitely recommend this place.
We had 6 adults and 4 children in our group and we stayed for 6 nights. We all loved the house and the beach. The location was great! We enjoyed the privacy of being at the end of the road and the view of Lake Superior on every side of the peninsula was amazing. Everyone swam and enjoyed the sandy beach. We only left a couple times to get groceries and spent a day at Agate Beach. It was very relaxing and we would love to stay again.
We had it all, beautiful home, amenities, enough bathrooms, boat launch near by and the sandy beach of Lake Superior!! Our host was also Superior. Fantastic memories!
My son was getting married up in Big Bay so since we enjoyed this Beautiful place last year we decided to reserve it again. The weather wasn't as nice but we still enjoyed the beach area. She has many games upstairs to play but we did buy a puzzle and put that together. If you want a beautiful place to stay for all ages...This is a must Stay!! Lots of rooms/bed, huge kitchen, 2 full bathrooms and a 3/4 upstairs. Getting to the beach is very accessible for which I need because I have an adult (child) that has a small form of cerebral palsy and he can make it down there...so It works out Perfect.
Large comfortable house with that “up north Michigan” feel. Great views from inside and out. Sandy beach and nice walk down beach. Large kitchen, family room and dining areas. Plenty of tv channels. Canoe on property and kayaks for rent in Big Bay.
Excellent paddling to rock cliffs nearby. Not too busy road and trail bike riding from house. Good breakfast diner and two nice dinner restaurants a mile away in Big Bay. Tennis courts in Big Bay (we modified for Pickleball). Great trails, lookouts and waterfalls in area. Easy drive to Marquette.
Looking forward to a return trip.
terry f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Terry D.
15 August 2015
Terry and family from Plymouth, MI
My wife & I, our son and his wife and four children (6 yrs and under) stayed here the first week in August, 2015. The home was wonderful, excellent views with water on 3 sides and great sunrises. Kids enjoyed swimming on private beach and adults used the kayaks provided. Everyone had a great time and the owner, Mary Pat, was great. She was easy to work with and even allowed us to show up early which was awesome after an 8 plus hour drive with 4 small kids. She made us feel like family. We can't say enough good things about this property or the owners. We will come back to this one!
This home is perfect for families wanting to play together. It is situated on the shore of Lake Superior as well as on a warmer harbor of refuge. The sand beach is a wonderful playground. We brought up a kayak and paddle board and there is a canoe provided. We had nightly fires in the fire pit. The cottage is completely equipped with kitchen utensils, bedding, and towels. We experienced a spectacular thunderstorm with unrelenting lightning. A bed full of grqndkids is a blessing. Mary Pat is very attentive and a great source of information.
Judy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Breanna O.
20 November 2014
Beautiful home, incredible views
My girlfriends and I recently stayed here for a fun Girl's Weekend. We couldn't have asked for a better stay. The house is immaculate and spacious, but still cozy. We each had our own rooms, but spent a lot of time together in the living room near the fireplace. Every window has an incredible view. The living room has several large windows to look out at the break wall and lake. And the house sits on a peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides. The location is perfect. The house is fairly secluded, but Big Bay is a short drive away (probably walkable in the warmer months). The Thunder Bay Inn has great prime rib and the Lumberjack Tavern is a lot of fun. No question we will stay again. I would highly recommend this rental.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and couldn't have been happier with the house, amenities, and location. The property was impeccably maintained and provided everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The owners were fantastic at communicating, ensuring we had all the information we needed before and during our visit. We highly recommend this home!
We loved the big kitchen. A great property. Wonderful lake Superior views. Bedding and towels could be updated. Everything you could need is provided. The beach was a great plus. Thanks for the use of your home...😊😊😊
Lots of room for our family of 6, with a spacious kitchen, and comfortable sleeping. Beautiful, all sand beach (did miss looking for rocks/beach glass). There’s a great view from the yard. Unfortunately, there was a continuous squeak, coming from the harbor area, during our stay.
We absolutely loved our stay. Ours was a group of six: my husband and I, our thirty one year old son and his girlfriend, and our twenty eight year old daughter and her boyfriend. We live on the East and West coasts, so this vacation provided a way for us to spend time together in a beautiful place after a long hiatus (too long!) due to Covid.
The rental is a lovely large home that is surrounded on three sides by water. There are amazing views and hang-out spots, both indoors and out, with group spaces as well as little private nooks to relax and enjoy the expansive feeling surrounding the place. We loved the sound of the waves. And the water was warm and swim-able!
The house had everything we needed for a fun, relaxing stay. Mary Pat is a wonderful host! She is so accommodating, helpful and friendly. Felt as though we'd known each other a long time. We'll have many fond memories of this vacation. Hope to return.
The host Mary Pat was wonderful to deal with and very accommodating. A wonderful house to stay at, in a great location. Defiantly will be returning someday!
Mary Pat was available to help, she felt like an old friend. We played in the sun, sand and water. Had great meals together. Camp fires every night
Such a beautiful home to stay in
Thank you for a wonderful vacation.