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Todd
4 Aug 2025
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Todd
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Ideal getaway for nature lovers!
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Kitchen
AU$194
AU$194
avg per night
Explore the area
East Tawas, MI
- Tawas Creek Golf and Country ClubPlace, Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club14 min drive
- Tawas City Park BeachPlace, Tawas City Park Beach17 min drive
- Iosco County Historical MuseumPlace, Iosco County Historical Museum17 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom Unit 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom Unit 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$194
AU$194
avg per night
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About the area
East Tawas
East Tawas is home to this guesthouse. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park, while Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and wildlife walks.
What's nearby
- Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
- Dewey Durant Park - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
- Tawas City Park Beach - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
- Iosco County Historical Museum - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
- Gateway Park - 18 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
- Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 84 min drive
Restaurants
- Mango's - 18 min drive
- Desi's Taco Lounge - 19 min drive
- Downtown Diner - 18 min drive
- The Lazy Toaster - 18 min drive
- The Dam Store - 19 min drive
About this property
Ideal getaway for nature lovers!
The Sanctuary Lodge is located on Silver Creek in Wilber Township, Michigan, just outside of Tawas City/East Tawas. Situated in an idyllic setting on a large pond, with sweeping grounds and surrounding nature. It is the ideal getaway for nature lovers.
The Lodge is a newly converted three-unit building with accommodations from one or two to up to six, depending upon the unit. Each unit is self-contained. All units share a common entrance with separate, dedicated access to each unit. This one, Unit 3, is located on the second floor with a sweeping view. It features one bedroom, a living room with a sleeper sofa for an additional nominal fee, a dining area, a kitchenette with two-burner electric radiant ceramic cooktop, microwave, mini fridge, hot water kettle, and a separate bathroom with a tub/shower.
Nearby attractions include Tawas Bay on Lake Huron—including both Tawas City and East Tawas, Tawas Point State Park, and Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area, The Au Sable River and Lumberman's Monument in Huron-Manistee National Forest.
Visit us at www.sanctuarylodging.com or on Facebook at The Sanctuary Lodge
[Northeastern Michigan, Northern Lower Peninsula, Iosco County, Saginaw Bay, Sunrise Coast]
The Lodge is a newly converted three-unit building with accommodations from one or two to up to six, depending upon the unit. Each unit is self-contained. All units share a common entrance with separate, dedicated access to each unit. This one, Unit 3, is located on the second floor with a sweeping view. It features one bedroom, a living room with a sleeper sofa for an additional nominal fee, a dining area, a kitchenette with two-burner electric radiant ceramic cooktop, microwave, mini fridge, hot water kettle, and a separate bathroom with a tub/shower.
Nearby attractions include Tawas Bay on Lake Huron—including both Tawas City and East Tawas, Tawas Point State Park, and Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area, The Au Sable River and Lumberman's Monument in Huron-Manistee National Forest.
Visit us at www.sanctuarylodging.com or on Facebook at The Sanctuary Lodge
[Northeastern Michigan, Northern Lower Peninsula, Iosco County, Saginaw Bay, Sunrise Coast]
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Under adult supervision
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
no fishing, no hunting, no bikes or four-wheelers
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?
As of 19 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal getaway for nature lovers! on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! located?
Situated in East Tawas, this guesthouse is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Corsair Ski Trails. Ascension St. Joseph Hospital and Tawas City Park Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay!
My husband and I enjoyed our stay here. The unit is very clean, modern, and spacious. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. We would definitely come back!
Amy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away weekend
Very clean and beautiful cozy stay! The nature was picturesque!!! Will definitely be back! Our hosts were very personable and super friendly!
Karen D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Rafael O.
28 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sanctuary
We are truly blessed to have the operating its
Rafael O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet paradise
The Sanctuary Lodge is a lovely and private property. I appreciated the quiet and lush, green spaces. The rental is extremely clean and spacious. Sam is a wonderful host. I hope to return in the autumn.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monica M.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
Wonderful property if you are looking for quiet tranquility. Maybe not so quiet when all of the wonderful birds are singing!
Turkeys and deer hang out while you enjoy an evening cocktail on your balcony.
Great place to spend some time away from it all!
Monica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff R.
22 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. For us, no TV and poor cell phone signal was a plus - we were there to get away and enjoy nature! We really enjoyed walking the property and also exploring nearby areas like Tuttle Marsh and Tawas Point. Seeing the Milky Way from our balcony was a treat, as well. We will be back!
Jeff R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
30 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary Lodge is a haven for birds and animals
Our suite was all-new, modern, spacious and meticulously clean. It was well decorated and esthetically pleasing. The grounds are beautiful with a stream running through, and we saw deer up close, and sandhill cranes, turkeys, a hawk and more right there!
Very quiet and peaceful place, and Sam was very friendly and helpful. He is also very knowledgable about flora and fauna.
We plan to go back!
Paul K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Becky F.
21 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We had a wonderful time and this property was beautiful! Warning, there is no TV and the internet/cell phone service was spotty at times. Neither of those things took away from our stay, would definitely recommend staying here. Sam was most helpful and available with questions.
Becky F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
7 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature Immersive
Staying here was nothing short of perfect. Everything is the same in person as it is in pictures. There is a dam on the property and it provides a wonderful white noise if you leave the windows open at night. Sam was very vigilant when it came to making sure everything was set up for us. Me and my fiancé stayed in unit 3 and it was absolutely wonderful. The kitchen was fully stocked, the bathroom was very clean, and the furniture was all modern and very cozy. The only thing that was a hassle for us was our mobile service provider because on the coverage map it said we would have service, but we weren't able to connect at all! For anyone worried about bugs- we didn't find any. This property is a bird sanctuary and it is important to know this going into it because we saw wild turkeys on the road leading up to the lodge and it was quite a show. Overall, we had a wonderful time and I am definitely looking forward to staying here in the future!
Katie S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H.
20 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So peaceful...
The Sanctuary Lodge allows you to be immersed in nature, with its lush natural landscape, birds everywhere you look, and the faint sounds of water from the nearby dam. The 1 bedroom apartment we stayed in was super clean, comfortable, modern and spacious - the perfect place to come back to after a day of hiking around the Huron Manistee forests or kayaking down the Au Sable River. We had a great time and hope to come back in the future.
