Baldwin Vacation Rental | 5BR | 3.5BA | 2,900 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Lakefront | Private Dock
Parking | Driveway (10 Vehicles) | RV/Trailer Parking
Living Room | Full Sleeper Sofa | Fireplace | 2-Story Home | 1st Floor
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Sitting Room | 1st Floor
Dining Area | Dishware & Flatware | 1st Floor
Kitchen | Cooking Basics | Dishwasher | 1st Floor
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Lower Sunroom | 1st Floor
Half Bathroom | 1st Floor
Bedroom 1 | Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Linens Provided | 1st Floor
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Full Bathroom | Towels Provided | 1st Floor
Bedroom 2 | Twin/Full Bunk Bed | 1st Floor
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Bedroom 3 | Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Queen Bed | 2nd Floor
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En-Suite Sunroom | 2nd Floor
Full Bathroom | 2nd Floor
Bedroom 4 | Full Bed | 2nd Floor
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En-Suite Balcony
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Full Bathroom | 2nd Floor
Bedroom 5 | Twin/Full Bunk Bed | 2nd Floor
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Game Room | Ping-Pong Table | 2 Twin Beds | 2nd Floor
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Patio | Charcoal Grill
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Back Exterior
Fire Pit
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Private Dock | Back Exterior
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Front Exterior
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Manistee Forest Retreat: Group-Friendly Lake House

Property ID: 534070Baldwin, MI, US
Sleeps 205 BR3.5 BA
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Description

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.

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Waterfront
  • Free Parking
  • Wireless Internet (WIFI)
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Essentials
  • Central Heating

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Location Details

- 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

Reviews

4.33
3 reviews

  • 4/5

    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.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    John
    Published October 19, 2025
    Manager's Response:

    "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.”

  • 5/5

    Had a great time with family and the bedroom arrangements worked great

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Robert
    Published September 15, 2025
    Manager's Response:

    Thank you Robert for your 5-star review! We hope you and your family will visit 'The Retreat' again in the future.

  • 4/5

    Nice stay

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Dennis
    Published September 6, 2025
    Manager's Response:

    From the owner: "Thank you for your review. We hope you and your family/friends will visit 'The Retreat' again in the future."

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