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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Irons, MI
  • Place, Bass Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Loon Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Irons

This vacation home places you next to Huron-Manistee National Forest and Bass Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Loon Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Little River Casino - 44 min drive - 43.0 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 52 min drive - 41.9 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 54 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Grove Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Na-Tah-Ka Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Irons Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jackie's Place - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gnome Acres - ‬18 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.

The Laughing Loon

About this space
Welcome to The Laughing Loon - a beautifully renovated 1950's Island cottage perfectly situated with a 270 degree view of the 300 acre All-Sports Big Bass Lake in Irons, Michigan! Enjoy both sunrises & sunsets on the property with lake views from every room. Bring all of your watercraft to tie up to your own private dock on the property with public lake access just down the road. Enjoy the private sandy beach with a fire pit for bonfires & marshmallow roasting. Make your own family memories!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Irons and just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Bass Lake. You'll also find Loon Lake and Sauble Lakes within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Laughing Loon?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Laughing Loon?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at The Laughing Loon?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Laughing Loon?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 19.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Laughing Loon?

Yes, every house at The Laughing Loon comes with a porch/lanai.

The Laughing Loon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great it has everything you would need and more. So nice and quiet, and close to all the northern sports.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful house!! Owner was helpful and very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Bert was amazing. He called me with the code for the house and then explain the house to me, then followed up halfway through to make sure everything was working correctly for us and that we were enjoying our ourselves. can’t say enough we were there for a family reunion for a week And will be returning to big Bass lake in two years for another family reunion and I will definitely try to also stay at Bert‘s home. Thank you, Bert. You’re the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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