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Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach

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A beach with clear skies and footprints in the sand.
A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a picnic table in the yard.
A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic view of a golf course and the ocean.
A living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a sofa.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Double over Double Bunk room - main level

1 Single Bunk Bed

King Master Bedroom - Main level

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom - Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen sleeper sofa (lower level)

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Lower level full bathroom

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

Main Floor full bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom - Main Floor

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

East Tawas

Located in East Tawas, this holiday home is on the beach. Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Corsair Ski Trails are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tawas Point State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Point State Park - 13 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 26 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 26 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 32 min drive - 38.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront retreat with a private sandy Lake Huron beach located?

This East Tawas holiday home is on the beach, steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tawas City Park Beach and Tawas Point State Park. Dewey Durant Park and Tawas Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 118 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful house and great hosts - the views are amazing and the area is super quiet. Loved our stay here, would love to come back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway for us. Accommodations were just as described. Beach access was great. Even though it was late in the season, we were able to take our dog down there to romp along the shoreline!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and cabin. The hosts went out of their way to welcome us and ensure we had what we needed. They also had beautiful holiday decorations up which was such a nice touch, especially this time of year. Highly recommend this location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The property location was fantastic. communication beforehand was a bit lacking. not a big deal in the whole scheme of things. We enjoyed our short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2026
Hi Jamie, thank you for reviewing the property. I would love if you could message me with some specifics regarding the communication. The only thing you asked was for an early check-in which I granted 2 hours before the check-in. You were able to arrive at 2:00 p.m. instead of 4:00 p.m.. And I made sure that my cleaning crew got there early to make sure that happened. Feedback is much appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very receptive and understanding when an issue was brought to her attention and I was very pleased with the outcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was great, pet friendly, beautiful sandy beaches. A few things should have been cleaner. Missing a couple house hold items that should have been stocked. When we realized there wasn’t any wood stocked for the fire pit the host was able to get somebody to bring us some quickly. Thank you for that. Greatly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised we'd stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thank you so much, Christel! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found everything to be as advertised. We work hard to provide a comfortable and relaxing experience for our guests, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We'd love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is our third VRBO rental in East Tawas in the last five years and definitely the best. My husband grew up in Tawas City and our kids and grandchildren spent vacations at my in-laws beautiful Victorian home. After selling the home we all missed our vacations so we started renting every summer. This is really the perfect location; close to town with a beautiful view and private beach. The house is spacious and comfortable. I’m so glad we found it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home, beautiful views, private beach, and convenient location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as stated. Very nice beach, home is roomy and great for a large group. We had absolutely NO issues. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you so much! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a great time at the beach. It was a pleasure hosting your group, and we truly appreciate the wonderful review and photo! We’d love to have you stay with us again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and a lovely property. Kitchen was well stocked with whatever we needed. We stayed in the winter when it was cold, but enjoyed our visit. Great beach area for a summer visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thank you for your review, Melissa! We're delighted that you enjoyed the beautiful views, the well-stocked kitchen, and our beach area. We appreciate you choosing to visit during the winter season and are so glad you had a wonderful stay despite the colder weather. We'd be happy to welcome you back, especially during the summer months when you can enjoy even more of what the area has to offer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall experience was great. We would rent this home again for our family. The home was set up well and spacious enough for our 8 family members with several of them being teenagers, which was appreciated. The kitchen was well stocked, the beachfront was lovely. The main recommendation I would make is to clean and present the patio areas better. Both the upstairs deck and downstairs walk out (deck and furniture) were coated in sand, toys, old chairs strewn around, and cobwebs - beyond what that days weather may have brought. They appeared to be long neglected and not set up for sitting and enjoying the outdoors. I think getting out a blower and broom would have been a huge improvement with minimal effort. Next time, we may bring our own to prep the area. Again, we would rent again. Excellent property for a big party, beautiful waterfront and sizable home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Sara! We’re so glad you and your family enjoyed the home, the waterfront, and everything the property has to offer. We really appreciate the thoughtful feedback about the patios and will definitely take a closer look at getting those areas cleaned up and better prepared for guests. We’d love to have you back again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the house itself
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thank you, Hilary! We're so glad you enjoyed the location and the home itself. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house, great beach time, plenty of table space for games and food, we had a very relaxing and restorative holiday weekend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house, and having plenty of space to gather for games and meals. It’s exactly what we hope our guests experience—a relaxing and restorative getaway on Lake Huron. We’d love to host you again anytime and appreciate you choosing our lakefront retreat. 🌊✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is wonderful! The view is perfect! This was our 4th time renting this home and we can’t wait to go again! The host are so welcoming and helpful!
View from the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2026
Thank you Sandy! I enjoyed hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location. We really enjoyed the following: close proximity to town, beautiful beach, very comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the location, the beach, and the comfort of the home. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean & the bed in the master bedroom was very comfortable. The view was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the cleanliness, the comfort of the master bedroom, and especially that incredible Lake Huron view — it really is something special. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing stay at the Lakefront Retreat! Warm regards, Megan – Huron Hills Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! House was perfect for our group of 4 adults and 4 kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
Thank you Michelle! We would love to host you again. I'm glad you enjoyed it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Everything was great, wonderful location on lake huron. Cabin was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Thank you for the review. I'm glad that you had a good time. We hope to host you again in the future
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying here with our elderly parents (who are good with stairs). Gorgeous view of the lake, very relaxing place to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice place great view of the lake. Could use some updates and a little extra cleaning. Overall was big enough for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Amy! We're so glad you enjoyed the lake views and found the home spacious for your group. We appreciate your comments regarding updates and cleanliness, and we're always working to improve the guest experience through ongoing maintenance and enhancements to the property. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we'd be happy to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful location for our family and dog to stay. The home was beautiful and the beach was lovely as well. It is quite a hike to the beach but there was a handy wagon there for our stay that we used to take things out to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your family (including your pup!) enjoyed your stay at our Lake Huron retreat. It's great to know the home and beach met your expectations and that the wagon came in handy for the trek to the shore. We appreciate you choosing our place for your getaway and hope to welcome you back again soon! Warmly, Megan Huron Hills Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

We enjoyed our stay and the house was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review and kinds words Ali! We hope you come back and stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location & beautiful view

We throughly enjoyed our stay. The view was spectacular especially on the days we woke up in time to catch the sun rise. A beautiful place to stay to relax. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
Thank you so much, Sean, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the location and the beautiful view—it’s one of our favorite things about the property too. We’d love to welcome you back anytime your travels bring you our way again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location with access to the beach was lovely. Lots of room with LR up and downstairs. Beds were comfortable. Property could use some TLC in some places.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the location, space, and comfortable beds. We appreciate your comments about areas that could use some TLC and will keep that in mind as we continue updating the home. We’d welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nothing better than the view

Excellent location and very spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the view, location, and spaciousness of the property. If there’s anything we could’ve done to earn that fifth star, we’d love your feedback—always looking to make each stay even better. Hope to welcome you back soon!
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