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# Our Happy Place

## Photo gallery for Our Happy Place

![Property grounds - Our Happy Place (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/e0d2d384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Interior - Our Happy Place (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/66a7cf7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior - Our Happy Place (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/a6dab40c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Beach nearby - Our Happy Place (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/854fecbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Interior - Our Happy Place (Baldwin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78631400/78631366/7c4608c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Located near Baldwin and across from Manistee Forest, this cozy cabin offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the hammock or play cornhole on the huge lot, then cap off your day with s'mores by the firepit under starry skies.

## Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8950 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Our Happy Place

Inviting, easy access, fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Located near Baldwin, across from Manistee Forest. Big Star Lake private (association) Bayak beach 5 minute drive. Public boat launch 1.5 miles away. Ride right from the cabin to ORV & snowmobile trails. Fish or float the Pier Marquette or visit the nearby golf course. Hammock, play cornhole, or picnic outside on the huge lot or the large deck. Cap off your day enjoying the firepit, smores under the stars. Perfect getaway cabin for play and relaxation surrounded by nature.   
  
## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Internet

- Available in the house: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Games
- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Location highlights

- In a rural location
- On a lake
- On a river

### Things to do

- Billiards/pool table
- Golf
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby

### 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock

### General

- Unit size: 950 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

Minimum check-in age - 23 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out 

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### 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

Long-term renters welcome

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 

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

Located in Bitely, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby. [Visit our Bitely travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bitely.dx3000441731)

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Baldwin, MI

### What's nearby

- ![Annual Fourth of July trip up north on Big Star Lake  
#nature #lake #sunset #reflection #clouds #water #sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976198366/1138b38f-5f02-4399-9566-0a3a9ddd81af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Big Star Lake  
13 min walk \- 0.7 miles
- ![Historic Big Sable point light house near Ludington, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561053887/fd2f0279-753e-4633-8fdf-461802963c2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Ludington Waterfront Park  
58 min drive \- 41.0 miles
- ![Ludington Lost Lake Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000441973/7b4a9e3e-a619-43d1-9a96-b7da724a35ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Ludington State Park  
59 min drive \- 45.7 miles
- Ferris State University  
53 min drive \- 44.7 miles
- S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry  
58 min drive \- 41.2 miles

### Restaurants

- Silver Bullet Saloon  
15 min drive
- Freeman Inn  
19 min drive
- Marquette Trails Restuarant  
9 min drive
- Mels At The Lake  
7 min drive
- Ruby Creek Tavern  
16 min drive

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## Our Happy Place Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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13

8 - Good

2

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

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2 - Terrible

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 9.2

Location

### 10

Property conditions & facilities

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Tina W.

24 Sept 2023

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

#### Wonderful stay!

The lodging was great - we had more than enough space and loved the fire pit. Easy reservation process and the hosts were in contact with updates.

##### Tina W.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Eric H.

20 May 2024

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

#### Biker weekend

A bit remote but extremely peaceful

##### Eric H.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Jessica C.

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

#### Girls family weekend

The house was perfect for our needs! The living area was spacious and clean and we were thankful for the air mattresses! The beach is a further walk than the listing led us to believe but The fire pit and yard games provided hours of fun! Thanks for having us!

##### Jessica C.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Ben P.

11 Aug 2025

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

Great place

##### Ben P.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Amy K.

13 Jul 2025

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

Great location for our family gathering.

##### Amy K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Jose

31 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It wasa really nice, cozy, clean property. .

##### Jose

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Stacey S.

19 May 2025

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

#### Great place!

This house was so nice! They thought of EVERYTHING to make us feel like we were at home. SUPER clean, well supplied, nice quiet location and so many unexpected extras! Five stars from me! 

##### Stacey S.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Kyle F.

14 Aug 2023

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

#### Home away from home

Very clean comfortable and nice

##### Kyle F.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Tina S.

17 Jul 2023

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

#### Comfortable

Very nice place . VERY clean and comfy.

##### Tina S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

### 10/10 Excellent

#### debbie p.

3 Oct 2022

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

#### Nice rental

House was clean and well appointed. Really enjoyed the deck and fire pit! Great rental!

##### debbie p.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Alison N.

4 Oct 2022

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

#### The Happy Place

Couldn’t be easier. Convenient to the fishing. Very clean and maintained.

##### Alison N.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

### 8/10 Good

#### Joe R.

20 Jul 2022

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

#### happy place

property was great very much enjoyed the fire pit . we didn't find the corn hole game until the day we left. would have loved to play. we did play ladder ball. screens on the windows would have been nice. cabin was warm. The cabin is very clean and cute.

##### Joe R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Bill N.

16 Nov 2022

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

#### Great rental. Owner was awesome with communications.

Very comfortable, great location and nice neighbors.

##### Bill N.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

### 8/10 Good

#### Laura B.

28 Aug 2022

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

#### Girlfriends Getaway

Myself and three friends had a great time. We’re familiar with the area, so that made getting around much easier. Great property! Enjoyed the fire pit at night!

##### Laura B.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Jodi

31 Jul 2023

##### Jodi

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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