Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House

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Baldwin Vacation Rental | 5BR | 3.5BA | 2,900 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Dining Area | Dishware & Flatware | 1st Floor
Kitchen | Cooking Basics | Dishwasher | 1st Floor
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
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9.0Outstanding
(3 Ratings)
"Had a great time with family and the bedroom arrangements worked great "
Bob B.
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9.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(3 Ratings)

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20 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this house rental

Spacious Layout | Canoes & Rowboat Provided | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee

Pack your days with lakeside adventure at 'The Lake County Retreat,' a 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation rental home in Baldwin! Scenic views and nature-centered relaxation promise a memorable stay with loved ones, whether you're grilling up the day’s catch or toasting s'mores under the stars. This Whalen Lake escape puts you close to paddling, trails, and top-rated local eateries — all in a tranquil setting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 bunk bed (twin/full)
- Bedroom 2: 1 bunk bed (twin/full)
- Bedroom 3: 1 bunk bed (twin/full), 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 bunk bed (twin/full)
- Game Room: 2 twin beds
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Multiple living areas
- 2 Smart TVs, board games
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Game room, sunrooms
- Ping-pong table, mini basketball game
- Dining table, breakfast bar
- Punching bag, piano, jetted tub

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock, lake views
- Fire pit (bring your own wood)
- Charcoal (bring your own charcoal)
- Patio, dining area, umbrella
- 2 canoes, rowboat, life vests

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster, blender
- Keurig dual drip/pod coffee maker
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Baseboard & electric heat, ceiling fans
- Linens, towels, hair dryer
- Iron/board, hangers

FAQ
- No A/C
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 2 max)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
- 2 bedrooms & full bath on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (10 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Near ORV trails
- 0.2 miles to Pere Marquette State Trail
- 2 miles to shops & restaurants
- 3 miles to Idlewild Beach
- 11 miles to Manistee National Forest
- 93 miles to Gerald R. Ford International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The property has fans but does not have air conditioning
- This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter with 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom on the 1st floor

Amenities at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Stove
Fireplace
Ironing facilities
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer

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Ratings and reviews

9.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(3 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Oct 2025
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.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Had a great time with family and the bedroom arrangements worked great
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Sep 2025
Nice stay

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House?

We found 19 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, tv, coffee/tea maker, and refridgerator.


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