Barefoot Bungalow- Sandy beach & gorgeous views of Lake Huron!

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

East Tawas, MI

Tawas Point State Park
‪21 min drive‬
Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
‪21 min drive‬
Tawas Point Lighthouse
‪23 min drive‬
East Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Loft

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Enjoy the beauty of Lake Huron with 95 feet of wide, sandy beach and lakefront. We have Sandy bottom water with shallow entry and a sandbar - perfect for families! This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with a loft is down a secluded, dead end private street - no loud noise from US23! Master bathroom fully remodeled in 2024. We are close to area shopping, golf and restaurants. Fantastic deck for enjoying the views and everything you need to enjoy the beach available for your use - chairs, towels, sand toys. An outdoor shower to wash away the day's sand and a fenced in back yard for added privacy. Beautiful new modern kitchen, fully equipped, and gas BBQ allow you to cook your own meals if you choose. The perfect end to a day spent splashing in the waves is making s'mores over the beach fire pit, or relaxing in the sauna. Amazing lake views from the kitchen, dining, sitting room, 1st bedroom, 4th bedroom and loft.

Located directly between downtownTawas and Oscoda means access to all kinds of summer fun with festivals, movies/music in the park, cute shops, great restaurants, lighthouses, putt putt and renowned golf courses. Located near the AuSable River with opportunities for kayaking, canoeing and tubing. There are also amazing views of the fall colors with state land right across the street. Long driveway with plenty of parking and a basketball hoop for fun. TVs are equipped with streaming capabilities so you can login to your own accounts on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc. Bike trails, hiking trails, sun and sand make Barefoot Bungalow the perfect destination to enjoy Pure Michigan. Come experience the sunrise side at its finest!

Like many up north cottages, we do not have air conditioning. However, we have an awesome breeze off the lake, 4 sliding doors that allow in lots of air, and ceiling fans in almost every room! Sleeping with the windows open allows you to be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves!

Summer of 2024 - booking weekly rentals Friday-Friday.

*Signed rental agreement and copy of photo ID required for all rentals.

Take a look at our sister property in Charlevoix, Michigan. Walking distance to Lake Michigan sand dunes and beaches. 1.8 miles outside of downtown. Walking distance to sledding, cross country skiing and ice skating! Year round fun! VRBO Property ID 2042079

Property manager

Jayme S

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Smoking anywhere on the property or beach

Important information

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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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

North America

East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

Tawas Point State Park - 21 min drive - 15.6 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
Tawas Point Lighthouse - 23 min drive - 16.7 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 27 min drive - 23.3 km

Restaurants

‪Hilltop Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Ausable Inn - ‬10 min drive
‪The Office Lounge & Grill - ‬10 min drive
‪Chee Peng of Oscoda - ‬10 min drive
‪Mama's Country Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barefoot Bungalow- Sandy beach & gorgeous views of Lake Huron! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Barefoot Bungalow- Sandy beach & gorgeous views of Lake Huron!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barefoot Bungalow- Sandy beach & gorgeous views of Lake Huron!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Barefoot Bungalow- Sandy beach & gorgeous views of Lake Huron! located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Huron and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Tawas City Park Beach and Au Sable River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kathleen K.

26 August 2024

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

Family weekend

Great place, great views! We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

11 November 2024

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

Girls’ Weekend

Great layout of the house with stunning views of Lake Huron! Kitchen well equipped, beds very comfy. Would love to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M.

26 July 2024

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

Great time

Enjoyed our stay. We have been coming for several years. Looking forward to our next year stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

16 July 2024

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

Wonderful spot

Spent a wknd with family to go tubing. Wonderful location and beautiful property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores S.

19 August 2024

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

East Tawas

We had a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

20 September 2024

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

Perfect stay. Beautiful beach property

We had 8 guys stay for a golf weekend, each with their own bed, and this place was absolutely amazing. Sweet fire pit and chairs setup out by the beach. Kitchen was well stocked. Coffee bar setup was a nice touch.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

12 August 2023

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

Beach

Love the place had a great time. Have stayed here several times

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

24 June 2022

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

Great family time.

It was a perfect fit for us. Great accommodations and location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

4 July 2023

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

Family fun time!

Absolutely perfect for a family stay. We look forward to going back every year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny W.

20 August 2024

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

Beautiful Lake Huron location

Excellent collection of kitchen equipment. Clean and comfortable. Nice front porch to see lake and enjoy the family. Peaceful spot. Hope to gather again next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jenna T.

24 September 2024

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

Beautiful Beach Location

Beautiful beach location with easy walk out to the shore. Privacy from neighbors when enjoying time on the large deck. The property is set back between the lake and a wetland, not on busy US-23 like many properties along the lakeshore in that area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

21 June 2024

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

Wonderful week at Barefoot Bungalow

The house is very nice. The location on a sandy beach on Lake Huron is perfect. Our grandchildren loved playing in the water on the sandbars. The home is the perfect size for our group of 11 family members.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

18 June 2024

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

Fabulous Friends Getaway!

The house was wonderful. The beach was beautiful. The setting was peaceful. The owner was quick to respond to any questions we had. It was everything our group of 8 retired ladies could have asked for. Will be back again next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

4 July 2022

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

Grear

Enjoyed our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

13 August 2024

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

Amazing property

This is our 5th year in a row staying here and it never disappoints. We had a great time as usual! The renovations to the master bath were really nice. One thing we love about this property is that the owners continue to make upgrades over the years and you can tell they really care about providing a quality experience. The beach is absolutely fantastic. It cannot be beat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

26 June 2021

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

Family fun

We had a good time wished we had better weather

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

28 July 2023

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

Barefoot bungalow

Beautiful place. Have stated here several times

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

14 July 2024

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

Lovely, sandy Lake Huron beach

Great house for our family's summer vacation! We have stayed at many MI beach houses over the years and this Lake Huron beach was particularly amazing! It's a huge beach area that is sandy, and the lake was shallow for quite a long stretch. There's a nice wooden swing at the beach area and campfire ring. The back porch is large with very nice furniture. In addition, the house was well-equipped with everything we needed and big enough for our group of 8.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann w.

27 May 2024

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

The perfect beach vacation

It was so nice to walk out the back door and be feet from the most amazing sand beach. The host provides lots of beach chairs, and toys for the kids, as well as floatation vests and kickboards. The fire pit is nice, though, for us, it was quite windy. Even during inclement weather, the view from the house is amazing. The cottage was an easy drive to East Tawas, and we were lucky enough to be there for the annual Craft Fair at the downtown park.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary N., Oakland County, Michigan

21 July 2023

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

Beach House

That’s what our family calls this beautiful property. We’ve lost track of the number of years we have stayed here. We try to take care of the house and enjoy all that the property has to offer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

27 August 2023

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

Perfect for family vacation!

Our family of 6 adults, a young child, and 2 babies were extremely happy and comfortable in this spacious, well appointed home. Cleanliness was excellent, and the homeowner has provided a well equipped kitchen. We loved the Lake Huron views, especially at dawn. Many happy hours were spent on the clean, private sandy beach, and it’s shallow for a long way out, so perfect for kids. The photos are accurate ! Not an exaggeration! It’s a perfect place for a family vacation 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

17 May 2023

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

Bravo Barefoot Bungalow

This was our second stay at Barefoot Bungalow. It was everything we enjoyed last year and more. It was thoughtful of Jayme to special order warmer weather this year! The complementary bottle of wine is such a nice touch. The home is spacious yet cozy, with a great kitchen our Ramsey-level chef was able to work in with ease. The mattress upgrades from queen to king in the master and from double to a queen in one of the bedrooms added to everyone's comfort. We all enjoyed ourselves immensely and hope to make Barefoot Bungalow THE place for our merry band of birders to gather every May.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

13 November 2023

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

4 Years and Still Fabulous

Stayed in July-Aug of 2023. We have been renting this property every year for the last 4 years and we also booked our 5th year for next summer. We have found that the owners are super easy to work with and are very attentive to all needs. They have continually made improvements to the house through the years and while it was beautiful from the get go, the improvements are also so appreciated. The beach here cannot be beat. We can't get enough of it. And we love Tawas and Oscosa. Tawas especially is the cutest town and our kids never stop talking about going to Benjamin Franklin for souvenirs and toys. Love it here, thanks again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Blake G.

4 August 2020

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

Beautiful house in a wonderful location

This house is probably one of the best houses we've ever rented. There is plenty of seating to relax, all of it with amazing views. The windows upstairs and downstairs give fantastic views of the beautiful beach and the blue water of Lake Huron. The back deck is a great place to eat dinner in the shade while enjoying the view. There is only one negative to this house: there is no air conditioning. The listing (as of August 2020) doesn't mention A/C either way, and I just assumed it had it. As long as you know what you're getting and you don't mind not having A/C, you will love this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

13 September 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jayme S

We are a family of four with two young boys. We love travel and are excited to be the new owners of this beautiful property. Jayme grew up in Michigan and has many fond memories of "up north" vacations. Mark grew up over seas and has fallen in love with the beauty and amenities in East Tawas, especially the golf courses!

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Loft

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Outdoor Shower

Spaces

About this property