Title: Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay Family-friendly holiday home in Big Bay ## Photo gallery for Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay ![Dining - Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay (Marquette)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105790000/105785600/105785587/b99b93f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay (Marquette)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105790000/105785600/105785587/e2dbe454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, table football, books - Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay (Marquette)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105790000/105785600/105785587/09b9881a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Games room - Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay (Marquette)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105790000/105785600/105785587/1b43e586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay (Marquette)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105790000/105785600/105785587/515aa323.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay Welcome to Sunbeam Cottage, a charming 2-bedroom house on Lake Independence, less than two miles from shops and restaurants in Big Bay. Original hardwood flooring, multi-paned windows, antique hardware, and vintage shutter blinds bring out the 1920s character of the cottage, while the sparkling lake views, welcoming sunroom, outdoor seating, and spacious deck create a picturesque and comfortable surrounding to relax and enjoy time away on your vacation. The property's 300 feet of lake frontage and private dock make the space is ideal for those looking for a peaceful getaway. While the U.P. boasts many lakes, Lake Independence's unique features include its stone-and-sand bottom, warm temperature, and shallow depth. No freezing limbs, no water shoes required, and no drop off after 20 feet! In summer, walk down the stairs at the end of the dock into the water and play in the lake all day, venture out onto the lake in the rowboat or kayak available for guest use, or relax in the hammock as the breeze blows. Open the windows in the sunroom to enjoy the feel of being outside, but without the bugs! And if fishing is on your to-do list, Lake Independence is an ideal place to catch jumbo perch, walleye, bass, and more. When hunger calls, the easy-to-use pellet grill is perfect for cooking for the whole family, or visit Big Bay's historic Thunder Bay Inn and then stop for ice cream afterward. While you're in town, enquire at Huron Mountain Outfitters about kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and motor boats available for rent! Although there is not a private boat launch on the property, boat launch for Lake Independence is available at Perkins Park. Looking for a place to stay during your winter snowmobiling adventure? Sunbeam Cottage is available for rental year-round. Stay cozy inside while enjoying the view of the frozen lake, or make the house your base for ice fishing on Lake Independence. Pets welcome! Pet fee is $50 per stay. Pack and play and booster seat/high chair are available upon request. Families with toddlers may wish to note that there is no fence to keep children from the steeply pitched hill down to the lake. Occupancy is limited to five people (six with an infant): due to the size of the bedrooms, there is not space for air mattresses or additional sleeping options. The second cottage on this property is undergoing renovations and will be ready to rent soon. Rest assured, no work will take place during guest stays. We can't wait to share this exciting expansion with you! Seasonal Items: The following are available for use from late May to mid-October and are removed for storage during the colder months: \- Metal dock \- Rowboat \- 1 kayak Tap Water: The home’s water is tested regularly and is safe to drink. From roughly mid-October through mid-May, you may notice a mild sulfur or mineral odor due to seasonal water conditions. During this time, we provide gallons of purified drinking water for your convenience. Accessibility: Entry via back deck uses stairs Entry via front (lake side) of house has no stairs but does require walking across lawn and up one step to enter house Security: Security camera faces away from house toward back deck and driveway No cameras inside house ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Foosball table ### 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 ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden ## Similar properties ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48820000/48810700/48810692/10addd79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Superior Stay Hotel East Side - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - 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Any human or animal bodily waste requiring extra cleaning in the home incurs a $500 fee. This house is strictly no smoking of any kind. If home smells of smoke, cleaning fee is $500. Only toilet paper and body waste can be flushed; no food or other items can be rinsed down drains. $500 fee if drains are plugged. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 Big Bay is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunbeam Cottage - charming 2-bed lakefront house minutes from Big Bay Reviews ## Reviews ### 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 30 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David D. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiufuyl cottage on lake. Very secluded and well kept. ##### David D. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen C. 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay! I had a wonderful time at this cozy cabin. The host was super - responsive and I had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Thank you! ##### Maureen C. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystin H. 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot The home was well appointed, and the owners were very responsive. Would definitely return and recommend the location. ##### Krystin H. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew R. 4 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage in the U.P. Absolutely Beautiful view, very comfortable, clean cottage. Would definitely stay again! ##### Matthew R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cartlan G. 29 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trip to Big bay Was very pleased with the property, had everything we needed and loved the location. ##### Cartlan G. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike M. 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ice Fishing Getaway Very nice location to walk out on the water and ice fish. Cozy cabin. Nice sunroom. ##### Mike M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick M. 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin Getaway We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The peace and quiet with the amenities of home was unforgettable. I know we will be staying here again sometime. ##### Nick M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg B. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING stay again! This was our 2nd visit to Sunbeam Cottage and we can't wait to come back again! We love the cottage and our host is the best! This stay we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights over Lake Superior (public beach about a mile away) and just relaxed with our great friends. Amazing place! ##### Gregg B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany P. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil Retreat My stay at the Sunbeam cottage exceeded all reasonable expectations. The cottage is clean, very thoughtfully equipped and is central for many scenic day trips. ##### Tiffany P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gavin B. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy getaway with a good location The cottage is a good size, it doesn't feel cramped, but it's small enough to encourage you to go outside and enjoy nature. We had a great time fishing our on the lake, and coming back to have fires each evening, overlooking the lake. ##### Gavin B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline S. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot Great place to stay, cottage is cozy and clean, sits on a beautiful lake, very close to Lake Superior, sunrise/sunsets hard to beat! Close to hiking, city or just a quiet place away from busy life! Might even catch the northern lights! ##### Jacqueline S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything You Need This place was great. Attention to detail as far as everything you might need. Great view, screened-in porch is a plus ##### John G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley M. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Refreshing Days We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage! Coffee in the swing each morning while listening to the loons on the lake, fishing, swimming, reconnecting…! The cottage was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed! Loved every moment! ##### Shirley M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris O. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Celebrating Independence Day on Lake Independence We loved our stay at Lake Independence in beautiful Upper Michigan. This was an our first trip to the UP and we were amazed by the beautiful lakes and forests. The lake house was perfect for our family and fur babies. This location was awesome as we could enjoy Lake Independence and Lake Superior was only a few minutes away. ##### Chris O. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Autumn L. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil Retreat My family had a relaxing and tranquil stay at the Sunbeam Cottage. The view of the lake was absolutely beautiful. The home was fully equipped with everything we needed to just have some quality family time. We were able to swim, kayak, fish, play board games, and sit around a campfire making s’mores. ##### Autumn L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason T. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay! We had a truly memorable visit to the Marquette/Big Bay Area. The cottage was super cute and comfortable and the view was mesmerizing! The owners went above and beyond and had all the amenities covered, plus many extras! Staying at the cottage made our long weekend truly memorable from relaxing at the cottage enjoying the views from both the cottage and the provided kayak to the numerous breathtaking hikes. In addition, downtown Marquette was easily accessible for great dinners/breweries! I highly recommend this cottage and hope to return someday! Thanks for allowing us to visit your beautiful property! ##### Jason T. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley M. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memories Made in Abundance! What a wonderful stay we had in the Sunbeam cottage! We loved playing games and relaxing on the sun porch! The beds were comfortable and the cottage was clean and furnished with everything we needed. We enjoyed the s’mores gift at the campfire. Swimming and fishing in the beautiful lake each day brought lots of smiles! Thanks for the memories we made in your lovely cottage! ##### Shirley M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin K. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot for some R&R My husband and I, along with our 3 teen boys loved coming home to this cozy cottage after a day of exploring and adventures. The fishing boat and kayak were a fun addition to our stay and added extra entertainment when the boys caught some walleye and bass. The yard is huge with room to spread out and play games. The kitchen and bathroom were well stocked! The owners were very open to communication and helpful with suggestions of the area. We would love to stay here again! ##### Erin K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy P. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay at Sunbeam Cottage! We had an amazing two-week stay at this beautiful cottage in Big Bay, MI. The location right on Independence Lake made for the most relaxing getaway we could have imagined. Every day we enjoyed the serene views and peaceful surroundings, which were perfect for unwinding. The cottage was cozy, well-maintained, and had everything we needed to feel right at home. Plus, it was great that we could bring our dogs along! They absolutely loved exploring the area and spending time by the lake. If you're looking for a tranquil escape in nature with all the comforts of home, this is the perfect spot. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and can’t wait to come back! ##### Troy P. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg B. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply amazing & peaceful Picture this: An exhausted husband and wife who haven't had a day off in 120+ days and a 9-year-old, 15lb pomeranian (read that as a diva, who hasn't traveled over 1hr in a car in her life), looking for the perfect peaceful getaway location to celebrate 10 years of being married AND recharge their batteries. The result? Everything about Sunbeam Cottage was PERFECT! We loved it so much, we booked another weekend in the fall! Oh, and Miss Ruby, the above-mentioned diva pomeranian, swam for the 1st time, bit the waves of Lake Superior AND slept for hours and hours! ##### Gregg B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krista B. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property was fabulous for my small family of 3 and our dog! It had everything we needed to enjoy independence Lake and we were very comfortable. I highly recommend this location to anyone looking for relax and refresh in the UP! ##### Krista B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer K. 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place This was a wonderful place for my adult daughter and I to have a getaway weekend. ##### Jennifer K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah A. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is an adorable, comfortable cottage with stunning views of Independence Lake. Owner Amy is responsive and lovely. We had a great time! ##### Sarah A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard K. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Yes, very clean and cozy. Right from entering the cottage we knew this was going to work. Perfect for us two who are in our early 70's.Fully equipped kitchen, large bathroom, great bedding and spectacular lake view. Where else can you catch a sunrise and sunset from the same place. Shaded yard, great lawn chairs and swings, fire pit with lots of cut wood.Thanks for your attention to detail with old mixed with modern conveniences.My favorite was the wooden screen door. Memories from the past on the farm!Planning to return next Fall.Richard Koehler ##### Richard K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica H. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome getaway in the UP This cottage was the perfect spot to escape and start the summer for our family. We had a wonderful week long stay with our 6 & 8 year old daughters, and our dog. Everyone loved it for different reasons, the kids loved swimming in the lake, my husband enjoyed having a fire in the evening, and I loved my morning coffee out on the screened in porch watching the birds. The host has thought of everything and all the small touches made the week easy and convenient for us. This place has a very homey and welcoming feel. We hope to be back again soon! ##### Erica H. 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