Lake Retreat with spa & private beach! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ | House in Baldwin

10.0 (48 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Baldwin House | Lake Retreat with spa & private beach! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ

3 Bedroom House in Baldwin

*New Feature: EV Charging! The home is now equipped with a ChargePoint EV charger. Crabb Cottage is the only VRBO property in the area to have EV charging on-site. Inquire for more details prior to booking!
Welcome to Lake County!
Whether you are visiting for outdoor recreation or just to get away from the pace of everyday life, our home is ready to be enjoyed all year round. Ideal for family gatherings, groups of friends, or couples looking for a retreat. With three fully renovated levels including 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 3,200 feet of beautifully appointed living space, Crabb Cottage will meet all your needs and more!
This property sits on 3 acres and includes a beautifully landscaped yard that leads down to a private sandy beach and dock where youโ€™ll find picturesque Cecilia Lake. Cecilia Lake is a private, no-wake lake, perfect for fishing, swimming, kayaking, or just floating around with a cold beverage! Water toys are included: 2 paddle boats, 4 kayaks (2 sit on top, 2 sit inside), 1 kids kayak, and numerous inflatables. If youโ€™re looking to bring your boat Big Star Lake has public access just down the road!
Crabb Cottage sleeps 8 comfortably with three bedrooms (King bed in Ownerโ€™s suite, Queen beds in both 2nd floor guest rooms) and one queen sleeper-sofa in the main floor living room. A Queen Aerobed is available as well. Two pack n' plays are also provided for younger guests. We've worked hard to make your stay as enjoyable and relaxing as possible (this property is the complete opposite of rustic).
In addition to the beautiful lake, convenient location, and spacious home, here are a few other amenities that we believe will make your stay even more enjoyable: Starlink Satellite internet,
3-zone geothermal heat and air conditioning (each floor has itโ€™s own control), Culligan water filtration system, on-site laundry (detergent provided), Amazon Echos on every floor, (just ask Alexa to play music, check the weather, or recommend a local activity), new furnishings and dรฉcor, Smart TVs on the main floor and lower level (surround sound, cable and complimentary Netflix), high-end, tool and utensils stocked kitchen with dishwasher, two living rooms, game room with a pool table and foosball, and a large bar complete with 2nd full sized refrigerator, deck space with seating on all three levels, including lower level propane fire pit and 6-person spa, 550+ sq ft. private ownerโ€™s suite including full bathroom with walk-in tile shower, and a gorgeous claw foot tub that overlooks the lake. The ownerโ€™s suite also includes itโ€™s own coffee maker and large deck thatโ€™s beautifully positioned in the tree canopy.
Complimentary toiletries, all linens, and towels are provided (including beach towels), hair dryer in every bathroom, universal phone chargers, sound machines, air purifiers, and fans in each bedroom, hangers in all closets.
Important things to note:
Renters must be 25+.
No pets or animals of any kind are allowed.
No smoking.
All guests must be authorized prior to arrival. Unauthorized guests are not allowed and will result in an immediate departure/end of stay.
We adhere to the good neighbor policy. Please be respectful of the lake, the property, and our neighbors. No parties or large gatherings, please. The property can accommodate up to five vehicles at a time. All vehicles must be parked on the paved driveway and fully off the road and grass.
Security: the cottage is equipped with a Ring Alarm System. The system includes an added layer of fire and carbon monoxide protection as well-- if smoke/fire or carbon monoxide is detected, the system will alert the local fire department. Due to the cottage's remote location, the property has an exterior ONLY Blink camera system.
About the area:
Crabb Cottage is located in beautiful Lake County and is close to numerous activities and memorable locations. Within just a few miles youโ€™ll find hiking trails, golf, ORV/Snowmobile trails, fly fishing, canoe and tube rental, and more. In 45-75 minutes youโ€™ll reach even more activities and beautiful locations including Ludington (Lake Michigan), Traverse City (Wine Country), and Crystal Mountain (downhill skiing). Explore the beautiful area and then come back to unwind at the lake while soaking in the spa or reading a book in front of one of two fireplaces.
Drive time to/from area locations:
Downtown Baldwin: 10 minutes
Caberfae Peaks: 35 minutes
Chicago: 3 hours 50 minutes
Detroit: 3 hours 20 minutes
Grand Rapids: 75 minutes
Lansing: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ludington: 42 minutes
Mackinaw City: 3 hours
Manistee: 50 minutes
Muskegon: 80 minutes
Silver Lake Sand Dunes: 60 minutes
Traverse City: 75 minutes

Lake Retreat with spa & private beach! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ is located in Baldwin. Lake Retreat with spa & private beach! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ provides accommodation, featuring TV, Guest Services, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features TV, Guest Services, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lake Retreat with spa & private beach! ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Baldwin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Baldwin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: There is no smoking allowed on the property.
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
Entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Video game console
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Travel crib
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Stair gate
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;there is no smoking allowed on the property.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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Andrei R.
Aug 12, 2025 03:15:38 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful, clean, comfortable
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