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Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway

Johannesburg accommodation with kitchen

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A beach with a swing set and two chairs near the water.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, wooden ceiling, a dresser, and a door.
A living room with a television on a wooden stand, a blue armchair, a black leather sofa, and a dining area in the background.
A wooden dining room with a long table, chairs, a small plant centerpiece, and a world map on the wall.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Johannesburg, MI
  • Place, West Twin Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Bear Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, East Twin Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Close to the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this cottage, you'll find Little Bear Lake and West Twin Lake. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are East Twin Lake and Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic.
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What's nearby

  • West Twin Lake - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Little Bear Lake - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • East Twin Lake - 12 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Lake Louise - 13 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Garland - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talley's Log Cabin Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lewiston Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Long Horn Salon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪J and B's Spot Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lewiston Hotel Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway

Welcome to Big Bear Lake Cottage, your Northern Michigan getaway for family fun, relaxing weekends, and unforgettable lake memories! Located just 350 feet from Big Bear Lake's sandy beach, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cottage offers the perfect home base for enjoying Northern Michigan in every season. Whether you're looking for a summer lake escape, a colorful fall retreat, or a winter adventure, Big Bear Lake Cottage puts you close to it all.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Off-Street Parking | Free WiFi | Laundry Machines

Family fun is just around the corner at this Big Bear Lake house with room for everyone plus their friends and where memories will be made!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, 2 Full Bunk Beds | Bedroom 2: 2 King Beds | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, gas grill, front porch, fire pit, walk to beach
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, microwave
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen TVs w/ Netflix, 8-person dining table
GAME ROOM: Billiards table, full refrigerator, darts, seating, patio access
GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, trash bags, paper towels
FAQ: 2 external security cameras & 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), 2 additional parking spaces available on the gravel

-- THE LOCATION --

BIG BEAR LAKE: Beach (350 feet), boating, fishing, kayaking
GOLFING: Michaywé Golf & Dining (17.0 miles), Treetops Resort (18.8 miles), Garland Resort and Golf Course (19 miles).
WINTER ACTIVITIES: Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, skiing, ice fishing
RESTAURANTS: The Vienna's Spot Grille and Smokehouse (7.4 miles), Villager Restaurant (7.4 miles), Old Depot (7.7 miles), Pauls Pub (7.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Bishop International Airport (155.0 miles)

-- 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
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry, camera 2 is located on the garage, facing outward toward the driveway and street, and camera 3 is located at the back of the home, facing the back door and shed. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video when motion is detected by the devices (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

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The Lakeview Motel
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  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 23 reviews
$158 nightly
The price is $167
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Season Big Bear House, Walk To
New! All Season Big Bear Lake House Walk to Beach
All Season Big Bear Lake House, Walk to Beach Cottage
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All Season Big Bear Lake House, Walk to Beach Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway to the airport?

This cottage is 49.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway?

As of Sep 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway on Sep 14, 2026 start from $821, 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.

Does Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway to downtown Johannesburg?

This cottage is 5.3 mi away from Johannesburg.

Big Bear Lake All-Season Northern Michigan Getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Cramer

Fourth time and hope to keep coming back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

ChriS

Another great stay

3rd time at this great place in northern MI…hope to keep coming back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Wonderful vacation house near beautiful Big Bear Lake!

We had a great stay at this property! Very clean and well-furnished. Spacious rooms with more beds than we could fill! Excellent location and house layout made for a wonderful, comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristi S.

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

Review

Great location. Hosts great. Ample space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great for Family and Friends

Lots of room to spread out or congregate with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

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

Great house

Great house and host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

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

Hunters

Great place has everything you could want
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

A Bed for Everyone

Our crew really enjoyed the spaciousness and quantity of beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Superb Lake House!

Very private and tucked away with very few neighbors and a short walk to the lake. Home was wonderfully appointed and clean as a whistle.Far enough away from Gaylord and Lewiston that it was secluded but short enough that you could run into town painlessly.Host was extremely communicative and quick to respond to all of our queries. We’d come back anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna O.

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

Nice Property

We really enjoyed the property. There was plenty of toilet paper and other necessities. The property was very clean and a very short walk to the lake. There is a lot to do in the area. I would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

4th of July stay

This house was perfect for our large family. Plenty of space to spread out and have family dinners. Loved the fire pit and space to play outdoor games. Very clean and well equipped with all we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liliya G.

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

My family and friends and I had a good time.

The house is very cozy. The most essential amenities are at hand. We had an active holiday from sledding, skiing and snowmobiling to fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

erin g.

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

Great house

Plenty of space, and the beds were very comfortable. Enough space to spread out, and stuff to do at the house. Good location to go the Mackinac island, the UP, and we went to torch lake. Definitely keep it in mind for next years trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Fantastic!

We had a wonderful time with our stay at Big Bear Lake. The house is fantastic and fit our group of 11 wonderfully! Lots of room to gather and connect. We rented a pontoon for a day. The neighbors were also very friendly and kind. We would highly recommend this rental!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanea G.

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

Peace up north.

My family and I do a trip up north every year just to enjoy nature and one another. This house was PERFECT for the occasion. Spacious, clean, well stocked. 3 minute walk to the Beach/Lake. Loved it. Seriously would stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Our weekly vacation rental

We liked the house very much and the location is great for seeing lots of attractions. The only issue we had was, it was not well supplied with towels , tp or other paper products. There were 9 of us. All in all it was a great week and we wouldn't mind staying there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Pleasantly surprising

The home was much nicer than described. We had lots of space for all to be comfortable. Everything we needed was there. There were eight of us. I didn't hear a single complaint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

Big Bear Cabin

My family and I had a wonderful stay. The cabin accommodated our family of 11 and even had room for a couple more. The house was very clean and looked exactly like the pictures. Having the game room was nice for the grandkids to play in. It was a short walk to the lake with a small beach for the kids to play on. The location was good too;You are between Lewiston and Gaylord. It would also be a great place for a winter vacation too. I highly recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Big bear lake

Excellent. Nice having washer dryer, and everything you have at home to use is here to use. Kayak was great, didn't use paddle board or canoe. Owners were great answered all questions. They were courteous and gave us recommendations for things to do around the area. If I visited that area again I would definitely go back. Definitely recommend.Also we had to stop back to get an item that was left and it was given to us when we got back. Thanks again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deb

A wonderful experience

My husband and I, our adult son and daughter with two grandsons (5 and 8) had a great time staying at this house. We had plenty of room to be together or separate in this beautiful house. In the back of the house is a very nice game room with a pool table, tv, games, and another refrigerator which came in very handy. We had wanted to rent a house with a walk out to the beach; however, the beach was very close and the boys had a lot of fun there. The owners thought of so many little things to make anyone's stay pleasant. There is a nice porch in the front and another porch in the back with a fire pit below. We would recommend this house to anyone looking for a place to stay with 6-12 people.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

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

All the family trip

We had 5 kids ages (almost) 3-16 and 6 adults stay in the house. It's so very spacious! We never felt on top of each other. During down time the kids hung out int the game room and adults occupied the dining room playing cards. The bunk room allowed for all kids to have their own bed, which was perfect. Very very short walk to the lake which was great for the kids to play in for hours on end. We all tried out kyaking and paddle boarding with the provided equipment. The front porch with the picnic table provided plenty of extra space for dinner. It was a great place to all hang out and chill for a few days. We would definitely consider this same place for future trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

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

Perfect Fit

The house was spacious and adequate for 3 families of 11 people. The pool table was perfect; it became the central gathering spot. We were grateful to find the kayak and paddle board in the garage. They were a good compliment to the water craft we brought. (Had we known they would be available, we might have changed what we brought.) (Both seats in the kayak are badly torn and need to be replaced.) The kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals for our crew. (The kitchen knives are so dull, using them was almost dangerous.) We were thankful to find fishing gear in the garage, and caught a fish! We could have used one more kitchen trash bag, and one more dishwasher pod. Thank you for opening your home, we had a delightful time and fell in love with MI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Katie

Great for a family Thanksgiving with kids!

5 stars but a few unexpected surprises. We stayed at he Big Bear house for Thanksgiving where my brother and his kids joined us. 5 adults, 4 kids (all under 12), and plenty of room for all. Highlights included: comfortable beds, VERY clean, and the game room was a big hit! The layout allows for everyone to gather together comfortably or have two separate groups in each living area—-wonderful when adults want to relax and kids want to have a dance off. There has clearly been recent renovations, the woodwork is beautiful and the new carpet is so comfy! The jitchen and appliances are dated but we were able to make dinner every night without a problem (aside from me burning a Brussels sprout and setting off the smoke detector). Also, the property contact, Gina, was INCREDIBLE. She went above and beyond answering questions and recommended a great nearby park for the kids to play at. The unexpected surprise, which is more a reflection on my lack of thorough research than the property is that it is SO close to neighbors. This is not the place for a “getaway into the woods” as this is definitely a vacation subdivision. It’s beautiful but that take a walk in the woods just isn’t possible. Still would recommend as the home is GREAT and I imagine even better in the summer as it’s a very short walk to lake access!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

More beautiful than the pictures

We stayed at this property in July and we had adults and children (2 and 4 years). Pros: The pictures on the listing are nice but the property is even more beautiful in person! Plenty of parking for our group (4 spots). The porch has a fan to keep air circulating, lots off porch seating plus outdoor chairs, large fire pit on side of the house, large dumpster provided. There are outdoor toys and grill provided. Inside there's lots of sleeping space and rooms provide lots of room for luggage. Kitchen is fully equipped (blender, toaster, coffee maker, baking items, utensils, plates, glasses, etc). We cooked almost all of our meals here during our stay. Lots of fridge/freezer space thanks to the extra fridge in the game room. Game room was fun with the billiard table and dart board. The house was extremely clean! Very impressed. Air conditioned and box fans provided. About a 3 minute walk to the beach and about 8 minute drive to public boat launch. The hosts were very responsive when we had a question before and during our stay. We visited Gaylord (25 minute drive) and Mackinac Island (1 hour 15 min drive) while here. Big Bear Trading Post is a 5 minute drive and had delicious pizza! Cons: Due to the recent rise in water levels, there is a small beach. Each time we went out to the beach we raked the beach to have a spot to sit in the sand. Overall, I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

More beautiful than the pictures!

We stayed at this property in July and we had adults and children (2 and 4 years). Pros: The pictures on the listing are nice but the property is even more beautiful in person! Plenty of parking for our group (4 spots). The porch has a fan to keep air circulating, lots off porch seating plus outdoor chairs, large fire pit on side of the house, large dumpster provided. There are outdoor toys and grill provided. Inside there's lots of sleeping space and rooms provide lots of room for luggage. Kitchen is fully equipped (blender, toaster, coffee maker, baking items, utensils, plates, glasses, etc). We cooked almost all of our meals here during our stay. Lots of fridge/freezer space thanks to the extra fridge in the game room. Game room was fun with the billiard table and dart board. The house was extremely clean! Very impressed. Air conditioned and box fans provided. About a 3 minute walk to the beach and about 8 minute drive to public boat launch. The hosts were very responsive when we had a question before and during our stay. We visited Gaylord (25 minute drive) and Mackinac Island (1 hour 15 min drive) while here. Big Bear Trading Post is a 5 minute drive and had delicious pizza! Cons: Due to the recent rise in water levels, there is a small beach. Each time we went out to the beach we raked the beach to have a spot to sit in the sand. No bath mats in the bathrooms which was difficult for the kids when stepping out of the tub. Overall, I would definitely recommend!