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Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!

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Enjoy lake views!
Lots of space to run around
Rock away in the shade
Fully updated space with a vaulted ceiling above the living room
Snuggle up on the cozy couch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1083.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Tawas Point State Park
    ‪123 min walk‬
  • Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • East Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!

One of the few places in the area where you can watch the sunset reflected in the lake!

Your East Tawas adventure begins at this phenomenal 4-bedroom cottage. With 2 Queen beds, 1 Bunk bed, and a pullout Queen sofa in the living room plus a double bed in the loft--Plenty of space for everyone to unwind!

Enjoy newly renovated open-concept living with a cozy sofa, vaulted ceiling and lake views surround a dining table that seats everyone. Relax after a day of exploring. The loft is a fun place for the kids to chill-out and play games. AC, electric heaters and a gas fireplace ensure a comfortable stay, while the Wi-Fi, smart TV, and many amenities add convenience.

Park two cars easily on a parking pad. There is also room for a boat or a third car in front of our 'barn' off of Rainbow Drive.

We look forward to welcoming you to our place!

Cooking: Fully equipped kitchen with
-a coffee bar,
-full fridge,
-air fryer,
-microwave,
-gas stove.
-Pots, pans, and a decent selection of spices.
-Plates, bowls, glasses, mugs, and silverware available for use.
-coffee bar stocked with K-cups, sugar and creamers.

The Table seats 10! Gather around for meals, lively games or great conversation.

Outside: cook over a propane grill or roast marshmallows at the firepit with cooking grill. Enjoy amazing sunsets and star-gazing! Private lake access to launch the rowboat, canoes, and kayaks.

Water life: Three single-person Kayaks with paddles, Two canoes (2 & 3 person), Large Rowboat is perfect for fishing. Launch boats from property, enjoy paddling around Tawas Lake, Bird watching and great fishing. Swim at beautiful Lake Huron Beaches.

Trails: Hike, Bike and Cross Country ski on extensive area trails. Walk (or drive) to play Disc Golf.

Indoor Entertainment: TV, Cable, Wi-fi, Stream your apps. The kids will love the Ms Pacman machine in the loft. Enjoy Family-friendly board games, cards, and reading from a varied library.

Sleep 8 people:
-Queen Bed in BR#1 (2)
-Bunk Bed in BR#2 (2)
-Queen Bed in BR#3 (2)
-Double Bed in BR#4/Loft (2) Note: Ladder entry

Plus: Queen Pull-out Sofa in Living Room (2)

Cleanliness: Expect a clean cottage, all beds made with fitted and flat sheet, pillows, and a comforter, plus blankets appropriate for the time of year. A vacuum, broom, and mop are available as needed.

Well-stocked Linens: Clean Sheets, bath towels, wash cloths, dish towels, comforters, pillows, and extra blankets are available for use. Plus teddy bears!

Toiletries include toilet paper, cotton balls, Q-Tips, emergency extra toothbrushes and toothpaste. Hair Dryer. Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash.

Pet-friendly! A medium dog or 2 small dogs are allowed, but please clean-up after them. Poop bags to keep the area clean. Bring your own dog beds, food, toys and essentials.

East Tawas has a lot to offer...
-Beautiful Lake Huron Beaches 5 minutes away
-Tawas State Park for more beaches, hiking, motor-boating-- less than a 15 minute drive
-Buy groceries from well-stocked Neiman's Family Market or a local Walmart.
-Just around the corner there is a huge selection of meat from Klenow's Butcher shop on Newman St (plus some basic essentials)
-Practically private Bird-watching on quiet Tawas lake-- get close in the canoes & kayaks!
-Bike on Paved Tawas Bike Path shadowing U.S. 23 along the sparkling waters of Lake Huron--Bring your bikes!
-East Tawas has many delicious restaurants from Barnacle Bills to our Mexican food at Mangos, BBQ at Route 23 or delicious Chinese food at China Buffet.

-CORSAIR TRAIL
Take advantage of this 44-mile groomed trail system to hike, run, walk, bird, snowshoe, and ski, depending on the season. The trails are a series of loops that offer users a variety of challenges from easy to difficult. Trails cross forest and meadows, hills and valleys, taking you through sunny open vistas, into hushed stands of sweet-smelling firs and towering hardwoods, and along the edge of winding streams.

-FISHING
The Tawas area has fishing galore, regardless of season or how much gear you have. Fishing in Tawas Bay includes walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, brown trout and smallmouth bass. During the spring and fall, whitefish, steelhead, brown trout, lake trout and walleye move along the shoreline of the bay. Fish from riverbanks, the shore, the dock, your own boat or grab a charter. In the winter, ice fishing is very popular. And, don’t forget to try your luck on the AuSable River, Tawas Lake, Sand Lake, Van Ettan and Cedar Lakes in Oscoda, along with a host of 60+ smaller inland lakes throughout the Tawases and surrounding areas.

GOLF
Grab your clubs for a change of pace and tee it up at your choice of a variety of award winning golf courses. All courses are well maintained and each has their own personality, from breathtaking views, to wide open fairways, to delightful and challenging hazards. Pick your favorite, or better yet, try them all; you won’t be disappointed!

HURON-MANISTEE NATIONAL FOREST
With almost a million acres of public lands (much of which comprises Iosco County around the Tawases), this gorgeous forest provides recreation opportunities for visitors, habitat for fish and wildlife, and resources for local industry. Whether you like camping, hiking, walking, or spending time on the AuSable River that runs through the forest, you won’t want to miss the only National Forest in Lower Michigan.

RIVER ROAD NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY
If you haven’t driven the River Road National Scenic Byway, you’ll be amazed by this 22-mile long byway showcasing the beauty of the AuSable River valley and all the roadside (and riverside) parks. Be sure to visit the Eagle’s Nest Lookout or Canoer’s Memorial. Lumberman’s Monument features a visitor’s center and gift shop, a log pile for climbing, a stairway down to a floating logger’s kitchen and trails through the woods to an observation deck overseeing the river and dunes. Largo Springs has a lovely observation deck and interpretive kiosk; 294 steps down a wooden stairway lead to a mystical place where underground springs come together and form cold water streams featuring a 1,000 feet of elevated boardwalk to meander on and enjoy the serenity.

SNOWMOBILING/ATVS
Iosco County has 94 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. The Huron Snowmobile Trail has five starting points in Iosco County and connects to trails across the state. The two trailheads closest to town are the Tawas Area Trailhead (off Monument Road on the left before Camel Road) and the Sand Lake Area Trailhead (off Esmond Road and Indian Lake Road). ORVs are allowed on parts of the Huron Snowmobile Trail.

SHOPPING
The Tawases are full of beautiful and interesting shops just waiting for you. Resale, antiquities, an art gallery, souvenir shops, sporting goods and more. Wide, brick paved sidewalks are lined with trees and benches making shopping an enjoyable experience. Plus enjoy ice cream after a day at the beach!

TAWAS POINT LIGHTHOUSE
In operation since 1876, the lighthouse is the feature of the Tawas Point State Park, situated on a 200 acre peninsula that defines the southeast boundary of Tawas Bay. The 70 foot lighthouse is open for tours six days a week from May through September. Ask about the Lighthouse Keeper Program that allows registered volunteers to stay in the keeper’s cottage for up to two weeks while serving as lighthouse volunteers. Special events include the Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival, the Haunted Lighthouse, and Christmas programs.

Property manager

Catherine S Fillmore

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Add'l Street parking 8a-11pm. Quiet hours 11p-8a.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Keep pets on leash tie-out. Clean-up poo.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Return all boats and paddles to their respective locations--see photos.
Keep pets on property (there are 2 leashes for tie-outs) and clean-up all poo. Poop bags are available.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Add'l Street parking 8a-11pm. Quiet hours 11p-8a.
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

East Tawas

East Tawas is home to this cottage. Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tawas Point Lighthouse and Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center.
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East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

  • Dewey Durant Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iosco County Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 9.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barnacle Bill's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching! located?

Situated in East Tawas, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Dewey Durant Park. Iosco County Historical Museum and Lake Huron are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

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

Wonderful

This was a great place to stay. Very cozy atmosphere. The beds were amazingly comfortable. The location is absolutely perfect. I cannot express enough how great the location is. On a dead end and feels like no neighbors. But close to town as well for easy shopping or visit to big lake. Easily the best place I've stayed at.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Quick up north get away

We loved our stay! The location was perfect if you want to be downtown. There were many amenities that a lot of VRBOs don't include. The coffee bar was a huge feature for us, as was the large dining table we could all gather around. My checklist included a fireplace and a loft. My kids love traveling with a loft. The beds were incredibly comfortable, too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Catherine S Fillmore

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We've always loved the perfect weather that northern Michigan provides. Water-play (boating, swimming, paddling, fishing) during the day, cooking and grilling, sunsets in the evening, star-gazing at night.

We were surprised to discover this newly renovated property which offers everything we enjoy, plus proximity to a thriving small town, excellent birding and a gateway to trails for hiking, biking and skiing. The interior was recently remodeled to create a fresh, yet cozy place to stay. The firepit overlooks beautiful Tawas Lake for sunsets, grilling and star-gazing-- with plenty of seats for your entire group--and a few guests!

We both grew-up in Michigan and love the mitten! We look forward to every opportunity to enjoy the beauty of this wonderous state.

Why they chose this property

We love this area! East Tawas has delicious restaurants, live music, shopping, spectacular beaches, bird-watching, swimming, boating, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, fall colors, lots of stars, sunsets over Tawas Lake, and sunrises over Lake Huron.

What makes this property unique

It is right on a quiet lake. The inside is wonderfully remodeled. It will be a great back drop to make memories!

Languages:

English