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River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI

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A view from inside a room looking out to a patio with a table, chairs, and a green umbrella.
A fireplace with a textured white brick wall, a woven basket with a plant, and a striped pillow.
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a dock area with boats and a view of houses across the water.
A view through a window with a metal grid, overlooking a body of water with boats, a dock, and a house in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bay City, MI
  • Place, Bay City State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bay City Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Couch

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis! Freshly renovated & tastefully decorated! This house features a relaxing waterfront large deck area with views of the Bay and the River unlike the other properties down river. Large screed in attached gazebo for hanging out day or night! Large shared boat trailer parking, off street parking, and much more! Book 3 houses in a row with family and friends! When coming to Bay City why not stay on the water & see the bay! The views at this location are unmatched against all others up river!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
All children must wear life jacket while on deck
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No pets allowed at all. If there is sighting or evidence of a pet you will be charged $150.00
All kids must wear a life jacket at all times when on the deck, seawall, etc. You must bring your own lifejacket

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2870101vb
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
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bay City

Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Donahue Beach, a neighbourhood in Bay City. Lake Huron and Bay City State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bay City Infinity Skate Park and Buoy 18 Miniature Golf. Delta College Planetarium and Kawkawlin Township Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Bay City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bay City State Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bay City Mall - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Saginaw River Rear Range Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Veterans Memorial Park - 13 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River & Bay Views! Shirley’s Temple! BAY CITY, MI located?

Located in Donahue Beach, this cabin is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Bay City Mall. Bay Harbor Marina and Saginaw River Rear Range Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shirley's Temple was a delightful place to stay for a week. Everything was clean and ready for us to occupy for our vacation. We will be booking this place again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for us to stay! We wanted to explore the thumb area of Michigan so it was a great location! We really enjoy the water view and watching birds and boats! It was clean and nicely furnished! Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, clean, sweet home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay on the water to watch the boats. The kitchen and bath had all supplies needed, very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Marsha, we appreciate you so much staying with us and leaving us the great review! Happy to have hosted you and to know that you enjoyed yourself! See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for hosting us - we always have a good time in Michigan - your place was as described - clean and plenty of amenities - the view was great as was the weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and accommodations. Jessica has been extremely responsive and great to work with. Looking forward to a longer stay next time.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thanks for your continued support!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and great amenities
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and homely location; excellent hostess went out of her way to keep the guest comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Appreciate you staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Shirley Temple is one of the best places we have rented in Michigan, and we have rented a lot of places. We loved the location, watching the boats come by, and the lake views. The house is adorable, clean, and comfortable. This was our first time on the east side of Michigan, and it didn't disappoint. We loved it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and very responsive host! The location is very peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Thank you so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shirley’s temple is a beautiful perfect location. I loved laying on the couch while looking at the river. The house was beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed. Check in was so smooth and easy. I loved that the key lock code was so simple to remember. The host was kind and was easy to work with
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words & review! Hope to host you again sometime soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thank you so much Karen! See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place to stay. The view from the deck was spectacular! The recommended places to eat were great.
Looking out to the bay.
From the seating area on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
Thanks for staying with us Chris! Glad you had a great stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised. Spacious, comfortable, great location with incredible water views. This was an ice fishing trip and we would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the outside amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick early summer getaway

This is my second stay and we really enjoyed the short trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you Diana for staying with us again! Always a pleasure to host you! See you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVE your property location! Such beautiful views! House was clean and comfortable. We hope to return next Fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. The cottage was clean. It had everything we needed. The views were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Rose was a great guest! She left the house is perfect shape & is welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. The house was lovely and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the house. Everythign was easy and in order and the views were breathtaking! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable. We spent lots of time on the deck--reading, watching the boat traffic, and enjoying the ducks. The short walk to the beach opened up to a great view of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

Very clean and exactly as advertised. Very enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Thanks again for staying with us Michael! Happy to hear your trip was enjoyable!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying there with my parents and it never disappoints. Very entertaining watching the boats go by and the place is clean and well outfitted. I’m sure we will be back again next year. Thank you Jessica!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jessica

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Hi, I am Jessica! I am born and raised in Michigan! This state has so much to offer and we are lucky to enjoy all seasons. This view of the river properties is out of the world, hope you love the space as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

This property has the best views aside from anywhere else on the river. You can sit river front and see the bay, canal and the river! Rent the 2 houses next door for 3 in a row with family and or friends!

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