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Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House

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A living room with a fireplace, sofa, TV, and staircase.
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with a blue boat on the right.
A two-story house with a yellow garage and a porch.
A living room with a blue sofa, a white armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Baldwin, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whalen Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bush Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Additional sleeping 1

2 Single Beds

Additional sleeping 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Shrine of the Pines and Luther Area Museum are cultural highlights. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Map
Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Whalen Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bush Lake - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Big Star Lake - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Ferris State University - 32 min drive - 60.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪To Jo - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pompeii's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northern Exposure Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House?

As of 25 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,263, 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 at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House located?

This family-friendly Baldwin holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Whalen Lake. Leverentz Lake and Bush Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Some things in the house were broke upon our arrival. Door hinge to bedroom on the 2nd floor was detached - ping pool table was slanted inward.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2026
Thank you for letting us know about these issues. The second-floor bedroom door hinge has since been fixed, and the bent leg on the ping pong table is being straightened to restore the table properly. We appreciate you bringing these items to our attention and the opportunity to address them for future guests.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location, the lake was fun, we caught quite a few fish. The house is dated, and a few things didn't work properly. The yard had a lot of goose poop so we couldn't do yard games. We had a bat in the house that we captured and let out. So some good some bad, we enjoyed ourselves still.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed the location and had good luck fishing on the lake. We're sorry to hear about the bat, that's an unusual occurrence and not something we'd expect. We do our best to keep geese away from the yard when we notice them, but they can be tough to control since they come and go on their own. We also want the house to be comfortable and functional for every guest, so we appreciate you letting us know that a few things weren't working properly. It's helpful feedback as we continue to maintain and improve the property. We're happy you were still able to enjoy your time overall.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your review. We hope you and your family/friends will visit 'The Retreat' again in the future."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time with family and the bedroom arrangements worked great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thank you Robert for your 5-star review! We hope you and your family will visit 'The Retreat' again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for fishing the PMCould use some updating such as a washer and dryer for laundrySome cracked floor tiles in kitchen that should be replaced.Big place with lots of beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2025
"From the owner: “I’m glad this guest enjoyed the home’s spacious layout and convenient location for fishing the PM River. The cracked kitchen tiles are being repaired, and I’m working on adding guest access to laundry facilities in the utility room. I appreciate the helpful suggestions and remain committed to keeping the home comfortable and well-maintained for future stays.”
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Being by the lake was everything! It was beautiful on the water and several self-propelled boats were provided for use during our stay. It was also nice that Roku was available. They had a beautiful main room (the main property picture) with plenty of seating for our 12 family members. There was no AC, which was tough during the day, especially in the kitchen, but it cooled off plenty at night and the fans provided were helpful. A few of the ceiling fans were loose and wobbled a bit when in use. It's worth noting that the house does not include common VRBO amenities like shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen had a hodgepodge of kitchenware. If you're planning to cook anything specific you might want to check if they have it on site.On a final note, unfortunately, it looks like it hasn't been checked on in a long time. As someone who rents out a home myself, I still take pride in my rental property and wanted it to be thoroughly enjoyed by the occupants. That did not seem to be the case here. There was also a great deal of moisture in one of the first floor rooms that could benefit from a dehumidifier in the summer months. Everything smelled wet in there and my children preferred sleeping on couches in the main room instead of having their own bedroom. Several doors and windows were not secure so bugs easily got in the home. To make matters worse, a bat came into the home hunting all those buggies that got in during the day. Not my favorite way to wake up at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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