I have a Marlin (original Marlin not a Remlin) 1894 css (Stainless Steel). It is a wonderful 357 carbine that does an amazing number of things well, from plinking, to hunting up to deer sized animals to HD. Very easy to carry in the field and a VERY fun gun to shoot and own. Very easy to disassemble and clean and very simple in its design. The ballistics on the 357 from a carbine length barrel are impressive. Also, mine digests 357s and 38s with ease. So, lots of options.
I'd highly recommend an original Marlin manufactured 1894. If you see one of the newer Remington manufactured ones, check the quality very carefully before you buy. Remington recognized that they had problems and are re-working their manufacturing to get them right. So, hopefully, they will fix what is wrong and you will have another option.
About the only thing you need with one are a good sling and peep sights.
You will absolutely love the Marlin lever action 357 carbine, its a must have.