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Nature at its best

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A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a gray couch, a dining table with chairs, and a Christmas tree.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed painting of a coastal scene.
A cozy kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.
A stone fireplace with a TV above it, a wooden ceiling, and a door leading outside.
A cabin with a large window, surrounded by snow-covered ground and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Place, Pere Marquette River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hamlin Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Whalen Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

2nd floor half bathroom

Toilet

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Nature at its best

Cabin in the woods....fishing, hunting, ORV, hiking, snowmobile riding, cross country skiing, and the list goes on.

This is a year around cabin on 7 acres with 1000s of acres of federal land (Manistee National Forest) on 2 sides of the property. The cabin sleeps 7 comfortably, 1 bedroom has a queen bed, another bedroom has bunk bed with twin on top and a full on bottom, and the loft has another queen bed. The kitchen is open to the great room that has a pellet stove as a second source of heat for the home plus the cozy feel of a fire. There is a full bath on the main floor and a half bathroom in the loft. Washer/dryer is also available in the loft. This home also has a three season porches in front and a four season room in the back to enjoy during your stay. For additional sleeping there is a queen sleeper sofa in the four season room. Also in the living room there is a small couch that folds out to a bed if needed.

If you enjoy fishing, you will want to check out Pere Marquette River which is just down the road (Rainbow Rapids is one of many access points). The river is known for salmon, trout, rainbow trout and big brown. Kayaking or canoeing is also a fun way to enjoy the beautiful river.

Hiking through the woods is a wonderful way to enjoy the day. There is also a dog sled trail behind the cabin. You can also cross country skiing or snowshoeing in the winter.

If you like to ORV...the trailhead is on Sterns Road and near the cabin

The cabin is:
15 minutes to downtown Baldwin
30 minutes to Ludington
40 minutes from Caberfae Ski Resort
Close to 3 different launch locations on the Pere Marquette River
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2528342
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this vacation home is in a rural area. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Pere Marquette River - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hamlin Lake - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Townsend Lake - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Shrine of the Pines - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Whalen Lake - 17 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Marquette Trails Restuarant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Main Stream Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shoey's Log Bar - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature at its best pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Nature at its best?

As of Aug 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nature at its best on Aug 31, 2026 start from $197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nature at its best?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature at its best?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature at its best located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Railroad Lake and Pere Marquette River. Nugent Lake is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Smith

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I am married with 3 kids that are growing up so fast. We live out in the country with 2 dogs. At one point we had cattle, hogs, goats, and chickens. Now that the kids are older we do more traveling and maintain our rental properties.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I went to Baldwin on our first date....do I need to say anymore : ) We had a wonderful and when the opportunity came to buy this cabin years later we could not resist. Come for a visit and you might fall in love too...

What makes this property unique

There is so much to do or you can take time to just sit back and relax with nature all around you. We have a blast here at the cabin when we have an action pack day out on the ORV trails, snowmobiling/skiing, or in the Pere Marquette River, or hiking in the woods, or cuddle up on the couch in the cabin. It is a wonderful place for couples, families, or for groups of friends.

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