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

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Gorgeous views from an expansive deck
Beach - April 2024
View from property
Master bedroom - king sized bed
Bedroom #2: 1 Queen bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Tawas Point State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse
    ‪25 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

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


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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking anywhere on the property or beach
Must sign rental agreement (will be sent for electronic signature) and provide copy of driver's license

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
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
Map
East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Point State Park - 22 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 29 min drive - 26.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilltop Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪AuSable Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Country Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Office Lounge & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Edelweiss Tavern - ‬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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an enjoyable week, nice setting
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful family vacation home! It’s very large and comfortable, just like in the photos, the beach is perfect for family swimming, kitchen is very well supplied, and the housecleaning is immaculate. The owner is very responsive and so nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous vacation! Our family stays at a different VRBO property every summer, and we all agreed that this is the best by far. Spotless, the owners supply everything you could need plus more! Wonderful beach. A great vacation, I very highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at barefoot bungalow had a great time in the water right now. Are you happy?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Great Stay

Grandkids loved it, spent a lot of time on the beach. Lots of toys provided. Lots of chairs and seating. A lot to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

Lakefront joy

The home is nicely furnished and well maintained. The children had a great time and enjoyed their room away from the adults. The lake view and direct access is wonderful. We have stayed here several times and have never been disappointed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this property. It is the PERFECT set up for a large group because the kitchen is open concept so you can all be talking while in the kitchen, dining room and family room. It was very clean and had an absolutely STUNNING view of the lake. There also was literally everything you needed from a fully stocked kitchen, bath towels, beach toys, shower supplies, a hammock and even a sauna. Jayme was a wonderful host and was always very quick to respond. We’re already talking about “the next time we stay there!” 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s our second here and we can’t wait to come back next year. Our group of 7 friends love walking on the beach, sitting on the back deck watching the water & shopping in town. The home is beautiful & accommodates us all well. The peaceful setting can’t be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beach was excellent and backyard with deck was amazing. Most of house is nicely remodeled and modern. No air conditioning so be prepared for hot days especially if you cook in kitchen. There are a couple of level changes and non-integrated thresholds between rooms and additions - so can be a trip hazard if you have disabled folks in your family. We enjoyed the close proximity to East Tawas and local family, so it was a joy! Great for kite flying!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our week at the Barefoot Bungalow was perfect! Check is easy. The home was, once again, sparkling clean, and comfortable. The weather was also perfect. We usually spend a week vacationing with our family. We cook most meals and eat together. We easily found all the utensils and dishes we needed for seven. Great kitchen. Comfortable beds. Beautiful outdoors. And a Great Lake. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen K.

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

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

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

Rosalie M.

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.

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

Donna F.

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

Dolores S.

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.

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

Danny W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

8/10 Good

Jenna T.

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

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

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

Grear

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M., Grand Blanc

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

Julie F.

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

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

Barefoot bungalow

Beautiful place. Have stated here several times
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jayme S

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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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