Endless Summer and Cool Winter on Big Shag Lake in Gwinn, Michigan with Sauna

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82022 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Beach view
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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Gwinn, MI

Pine Lake
‪6 min drive‬
Forsyth Township Ball Park
‪11 min drive‬
Johnson Lake
‪14 min drive‬
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Loft 2

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Back Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Laundry/Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Our quiet 4 bedroom, three bath home has 2022 square feet of living space with100 feet of water frontage on Big Shag Lake. The walk in beach has no drop off and is great for kids and adults alike. You'll love our western sunsets directly across the lake while relaxing under the gazebo or on the huge deck. A roll in dock is available for launching your own boat and we provide all the toys and accessories expected with lake living. A Weber charcoal grill, a propane gas grill and smoker are available for your outdoor cooking needs. We even have a 6 person cedar barrel sauna for use!

Only 5 miles from downtown Gwinn, 25 miles from Marquette, 40 miles from Munising and most importantly only 1 mile to the fabulous UpNorth Lodge!

Great for vacationers wanting to hit central Upper Michigan’s ATV, snowmobile, and ski trails or venture out on day trips to beaches and waterfalls! Fish for bluegill, perch, bass and northern pike just feet from the back door and deck.

https://www.fishweb.com/maps/marquette/trails/arnold/north.html

We are thrilled to be able to share our property with you and sincerely hope you create the best of memories.

Carrie and Darren

Property manager

Carrie Zeleznik

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Cribs are not provided.

Events

No events allowed

Be mindful of our neighbors 10pm quiet time please

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Fireworks such as rockets or mortar shells are prohibited from use. Quiet hours begin at 10:00pm. Sled trail access via boat launch across lake.

Outdoor fires to be kept inside of metal fire ring we have provided on the beach. Wood may be purchased locally to prevent emerald ash borer spread.

Please refrain from the use of vulgarity as sound carries on the lake. Be respectful of our neighbors, please. Any issues with them, contact us.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Be mindful of our neighbors 10pm quiet time please

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Gwinn

Located in Gwinn, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Marquette Mountain and Al Quaal Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Ski Hall of Fame and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gwinn, MI

What's nearby

Pine Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Forsyth Township Ball Park - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
Johnson Lake - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
Marquette Mountain - 33 min drive - 34.5 km
Northern Michigan University - 40 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Up North Lodge - ‬6 min drive
‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
‪Rodney's Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
‪The Yooper Scoop - ‬12 min drive
‪Happy Hour Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Endless Summer and Cool Winter on Big Shag Lake in Gwinn, Michigan with Sauna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Endless Summer and Cool Winter on Big Shag Lake in Gwinn, Michigan with Sauna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Endless Summer and Cool Winter on Big Shag Lake in Gwinn, Michigan with Sauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Endless Summer and Cool Winter on Big Shag Lake in Gwinn, Michigan with Sauna located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Gwinn is situated on a lake, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Pine Lake, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park and Peter Nordeen Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hans W.

11 Sept, 2024

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

Perfect UP getaway

This home was perfect for our family vacation, with plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 kids. Location was great, easy to take day trips to Marquette and Pictured Rocks. Or just hanging out on the lake and taking in beautiful sunsets. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie J.

27 Aug, 2024

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

Beautiful Stay

Awesome place to relax on the water. They have all the water toys and the deck to relax on! We will for sure be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

25 Aug, 2024

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

Wonderful property on the lake

Our family had a reunion at this wonderful property. There was plenty to do on the lake with kayaks, paddleboat, canoe, lifejackets and a sauna too! We enjoyed beautiful sunsets, a very quiet lake setting, and it was convenient for visiting family and friends. We also enjoyed the outside covered deck and grill-we certainly hope to do it again next summer!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

2 Aug, 2024

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

Beautiful location

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The lake is beautiful, lots of water toys to keep everyone happy. The house is well stocked and clean. It is very quiet and peaceful!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalie A.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect for family time

We had a fantastic time with our family. The property was a gem and stocked with everything we could imagine. We made good use of the games and water activities. It was easy to find, with plenty of parking for our 3 vehicles. The hosts were perfectly communicative and even remembered my mom’s birthday! Would absolutely stay again

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

23 Jul, 2024

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

Amazing (mostly shady) outdoor space

We had 2 families stay in this lake house for just over a week. Kids ranged from 11 to 18. It made a great base for day trips all over the UP and for our more relaxed days 'at home'. The outdoor space was perfect. Plenty of shade available all day, but there are sunny spaces available for any sunbathers as well. The sandy shoreline was perfect for pulling kayaks and the SUP in and out as needed. The lake was clear and the bluegill fishing was good. A local caught a good sized pike right in front of the dock! Beautiful sunsets across the lake. The TVs with Roku and wifi made the kids happy for the cool mornings and a bit of downtime before bed. Not a ton of privacy for the upstairs bedrooms, but it didn't bother anyone enough to knock off a star. The interior was spacious and well supplied. Couches were so comfy the lazy kids liked sleeping on them rather than going upstairs. :) I didn't use the sauna, but some of our group did and loved it. All in all a great place to stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessi S.

23 Jun, 2024

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

Fantastic Property

Very impressed with the property. We has enough room for our group to spread out and enjoy our stay. Lake has amazing views and sunsets are gorgeous! Host was very responsive when needed.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick B.

27 May, 2024

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

Relaxing Vacation

Our family get together was wonderful due to the accommodations at this property. All communication was easy and responses were quick. We loved that outside area that allowed us to enjoy the lake and wildlife even in the rain. We have never stayed in a VRBO rental that was offered as many amenities. Thank you Carrie for sharing your beautiful property with us.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nena S.

17 May, 2024

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

UP

Great property

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

18 Oct, 2023

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

Great place

We really enjoyed staying here. This is an awesome house and an awesome location.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie F., Milan USA

4 Sept, 2023

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

Daughters Wedding

Beautiful…the sunset is amazing. We came up for my daughters wedding everything was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

29 Aug, 2023

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

Love this place!!

This was our 3rd annual stay at the Big Shag and it gets better every year. This year we had the added bonus of a sauna which was great with the cool weather week we had. Carrie and Mojo are the best! They take excellent care of their property and make sure that their guests have everything they could possibly need. We hope to continue to make memories at this beautiful place. Thank you Carrie and Mojo!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen w.

14 Aug, 2023

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

Our Special Family time

We had a great stay at Carrie's place! Beautiful westerly sun set views. We loved hanging out at all the outdoor places, even if it rains you can eat outside under the pergola! Well stocked kitchen, comfy places to hang out and play games. A really great place! Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

6 Aug, 2023

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

Great spot

Great location and everything you need for your vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

5 Aug, 2023

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

Great family get-a-way!

This property has everything you could ever want for a vacation getaway. Everything is well stocked in the kitchen, linens, games, and outdoor activities. The only downside is the bedrooms upstairs. Three of them are upstairs—one is open to the stairs and the other two have doors, but are open to the living room/kitchen below. This would not be a problem, except we had babies who did not sleep well….so noise carries to all three rooms. If you don’t have small babies that may not sleep well, this is the place for you. We will definitely be back if it’s available when the grandchildren are older. I would highly recommend it!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

30 Jul, 2023

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

Accurate description

Our family of 5 had a great week on Big Shag! It’s a good fishing lake and we enjoyed some trips to Marquette as well.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

18 Jul, 2023

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

Perfect Lake House

Amazing property! Our family of six adults aged 72-38 and two teenagers stayed here for a week, and loved every minute of our stay! We were never bored, and we all thoroughly enjoyed all of the water toys available (canoe, three kayaks, a paddle board, and 4 person pedal boat, plus floats, swim noodles and fishing poles). We could each be on the water doing our own thing, and at our own pace. Inside there was plenty of space for all of us, and lots of games to use. The house is less than 5 minutes from a small grocery store, and a delicious lodge restaurant that we ate at twice. The location is great; 20minutes drive from the Sawyer airport, and 35 minutes from Marquette. We ended every night on the porch and were treated to gorgeous sunsets almost every night. This property is exceptional, and such a gem!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

5 Jul, 2023

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

What's not to do?

The easier question to ask yourself regarding this property is "what is there NOT to do?" because that list will be much shorter. It's located near the airport and many major roads leading to many attractions in the area. It is on a lake, with ample access to personal water craft. It is cozy for when the weather is bad. It is a great base when the weather is great.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

25 Jun, 2023

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

What a Great Week!

We had amazing weather for our week at Big Shag Lake! Sunny and 80’s every day- you couldn’t ask for better! The house has plenty of space to spread out and have your own spot if you want to but we usually hung out together outside or in the room overlooking the lake. We took short daytrips to Marquette ((Sugarloaf was awesome), Munising, Pictured Rocks, waterfalls, etc. But, mostly, we just enjoyed the lake. The kayaks, canoe, paddle board, and the relaxing feel was just what we all needed. The house was well stocked with everything we needed to have a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kate D.

15 Jun, 2023

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

Quiet getaway

We enjoyed our time here. Kitchen was well stocked, lots of comfortable spaces to relax. Enjoyed using the kayaks on the beautiful lake 😊

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

21 Feb, 2023

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

Snobikerz Getaway!

This is our 3rd annual friends snowmobiling trip to the Yoop and our getaway in Gwinn did not disappoint! Due to trail conditions, we definitely packed on more smiles than miles, and were grateful we had such a spacious and comfortable place to stay on Big Shag! Carrie and Mojo, you have a beautiful place that was perfect for our group of 6. It was well equipped with everything we needed and we appreciated not having a laundry list of to-do’s upon departure. Thank you for your hospitality! We will be back! -I.C.E. Snobikerz

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

18 Oct, 2022

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

Great Fall Trip

Great location on the lake, clean property that almost seems larger than the pictures show which was a nice surprise. Nice amenities in the house and for the lake. Carrie is easy to communicate with.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Y., Clare

12 Oct, 2022

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

Color Season Review

The VRBO location was perfect. We were in the area for a color tour and the area did not disappoint. We woke up every morning to beautiful colors enhanced by the steam rising from the lake. The area is quite and peaceful. We went to local cities during the day and it was extremely busy and it was nice to get back to the lakes peace and quite. The home was perfect. Carrie does of a great job of stocking the home with everything you could need. Thanks for making your home our home for the week.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

5 Oct, 2022

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a nice stay and enjoyed the sauna! The home is not baby proofed but had a nice view over the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

steven o.

28 Aug, 2022

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

The best ever

This was our second time renting this lovely lake house for our annual summer trip and it just gets better each time.If your idea is easy check in, flawless communication, relaxation, perfect accommodations and the water toys at your disposal then this gem is for you.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carrie Zeleznik

What makes this property unique

Minutes from Trail 33 if snowmobiling or ATV riding brings you to Gwinn and the Central Upper Peninsula. https://www.fishweb.com/maps/marquette/trails/arnold/north.html

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English

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Loft

Loft 2

3 bathrooms

Back Bath

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Master

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