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#5-The Lazy Fish

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Beach
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Living area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
AU$99
avg per night

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Au Sable Charter Township, MI
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • East Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette

Room

  • Sleeps 4
Price is AU$99 avg per night,

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About the area

Oscoda

Oscoda is home to this resort. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Huron-Manistee National Forest, while Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights.

What's nearby

  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 22 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ausable Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

About this property

#5-The Lazy Fish

Unit #5 is a studio type Cabin with kitchenette right on the beach! This is a one room unit that is large enough that it has a pull out futon in it so it accommodates four people. It does not have separate bedrooms. Beautiful Lake Huron views with private grill and picnic table shared firepit and sandy bottom lakeshore. Futon makes into a bed, refrigerator/freezer, stove, microwave, sink, coffee maker and toaster make staying in as much fun as going out. Unit is number 5 of a six unit resort.

Pets welcome but MUST be non-aggressive toward all people and other pets.

This resort is located just south of Oscoda. Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course and Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Tawas Point State Park.

Property manager

Tim and Nancy
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is #5-The Lazy Fish pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at #5-The Lazy Fish?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #5-The Lazy Fish?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #5-The Lazy Fish located?

Situated in Oscoda, this resort is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Huron. Au Sable River is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

#5-The Lazy Fish Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rayven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect way to end a busy week and holiday. Peaceful. Quiet. Perfect for a romantic weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Anniversary trip

Love the cabin. It had everything we needed to stay there just had to bring our groceries. Love the sunrise and the beach. Can’t wait to go again this summer with my grandkids. Thanks so much for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, beautiful beach and location, reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

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

Best Little Beach in Oscoda!

I love The Lazy Fish! The cabins are well set up and the view is perfect! There's a beach firepit for chilly nights, and plenty of beach chairs for enjoying the sun. Tim and Nancy are super easy to communicate with. This was my 2nd stay, and it will be my annual Oscoda destination.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

Didn’t want to leave

This is my third year in a row staying in the same same cabin number 5, it was me and my son and my dog. I always enjoy staying there. I love the beach and number five cabin perfect size for us. We will definitely be back next year. I don’t ever wanna leave when it’s time to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanket K.

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

Nice cabin. Little inconvenience from passive smoking

We love this place and this was our second time staying in lazy fish resort. Tim and Nancy are very nice and welcoming. Quick to reply to messages. We had to endure one inconvenience during this trip. Although smoking is not allowed in the cabin, we had neighbors on both sides who would smoke a lot on the deck and we had to endure that smell in our cabin as we had the windows open to keep cabin cool. Thankfully we checked out the next morning so didn't have to reach out to the hosts to address the situation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Strong urine smell

The location was great but the cabin was not. It was old and not kept up. Screen broken in bathroom-that we had to fix. Futon a joke and broken. The bsthroom floor should be replaced. But the worse part was the urine smell! It was terrible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Great beach

Very good time had by all. Nice room. Great beach area. Cool neighbors. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina J.

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

Beautiful beaches, clean cabin

Opens up to the gorgeous beach! The cabin was very, very clean although nothing fancy. The outside looks pretty rough and the windows need to be replaced badly. But the space itself was well kept otherwise. Kitchenette was just what was needed, towels and linens were clean, cozy, and well stocked. Absolutely perfect for our dogs to be able to enjoy the beach with us. I would think of it almost as "glamping" right on the beach. Shower was great, nice water pressure and stayed hot! The kayaks were fun to play around with, and the deck is a nice size. Although the cabins are connected we didn't hear our neighbors and never felt crowded. The beach is "all yours" which definitely beats trying to squeeze onto a public beach. My dogs are going to sleep for days to hry had so much fun running around and swimming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Beautiful view

Was very hot our stay, but the breeze being right on the water made it perfect. Our lab had so much fun swimming. Beautiful sandy beach. Clean, cute and perfect for the 3 of us. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby L.

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

Perfect Beachside Getaway for One (and a Pup!)

I enjoyed a peaceful weekend at The Lazy Fish, a quaint studio right on the water. The cabin was perfect for a solo traveler and my dog. The owner was welcoming and easily reachable, adding to the comfort of my stay. The private grill and shared firepit were great for enjoying the outdoors. There was plenty to explore in and around town. Ideal for anyone seeking a simple lakeside escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

nicholas k.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

mediocre stay

Just okay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Rest and relaxation

The owners are very friendly and our in the process of fixing up the cabins. The cabins are older, but nice. The View of the water is breath taking. You can't any closer to the water from your cabin. We had our dog Angel she loved it. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Christina S.

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

Cozy and Scenic

Very Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Lawrence

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs work inside

Inside needs assistance particularly the bathroom shower and rugs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location overall

We began our trip with a hiccup, but the owners were able to quickly solve the issue. All communication with the owners was very easy and quick. The cabin was how described and was clean and stocked with most needed items including towels, tp, paper towel, towels for kitchen, and some basic kitchen items. Having a couple more cooking items (pots and pans) would be a helpful addition. It was great to have a place that was family and pet friendly. The beach access was a huge plus for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach front and stay

My family really loved the view, the beach and the firepit. Plus, we were able to take our furbabies. Location was beautiful and easy to get to the pier and hiking trails. We booked 3 cabins so it worked out well for our family. Just one point, the cleaning person should put out fresh mats in the bathroom and do a quick mop. I know the sand is inevitable and hard to keep out but that would have been a plus. We would go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

sharon S.

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

Nice

The first 2 nites were wonderful, everyone adored our dogs. They played with a puppy on the beach. The girls down from us, wanted to babysit the dogs. We enjoyed a bonfire, with the neighbor next to us. The 3rd day a family came into a cabin next to us. He decided he didnt want anything to do with my dogs. By 7pm that nite he called the owner. Then the owner called me during supper. I didnt have Thor on a leash. My bad. I was basically no longer welcome. I text the owner told him i would be gone In The morning. I wanted my money back for the nite and day i wasn't there. He said ok and thank you. I never recevied my money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

T A.

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

quiet and beautiful

I was shocked that there was no air conditioning, and knew ahead of time it was dog friendly. Both of those issues turned out ok. We did buy another fan. I do feel this needs to be in the description for those that need a respite from the heat. I also think it is wonderful for those that want to take their pets. I will probably choose a non-pet place next time which I am sure is much more expensive. I am glad there are places like this for all families if they choose, on a lower budget, and the beach and pets. In that, it was overall wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Great getaway

This spot is great for a long weekend getaway if you’re looking to enjoy a Michigan beach. It’s right on the water with great views and kayak access. Quiet area but still close enough for a short drive to little towns if you want to go out to eat or walk around. Hosts were very friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie B.

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

Beautiful lake view with sandy beach

It was well maintained but if you’re looking for privacy this would not be the place for you. We did have a couple right next to us that had a large dog who did not like children. It scared my granddaughter who is six by growling and lunging at her.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Amazing Experience

We had a great time and loved our little cabin. The view of the lake and sunrise was beautiful. They had everything you could possibly need and was a comfortable place to stay. The staff and owners are super kind and down to earth. It was a great pleasure doing business with them and we are already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

the only folks on the beach

the property was as advertised. Early June is not the time to visit as not much is open including the lighthouses and museums. Still we were the on the beach, by ourselves, and it was beautiful. There was firewood and easy access to grocery in Oscoda. Limited need to contact the owner so can’t really comment on that
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S.

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

Very beautiful will definitely book again

This place is right on the water. Being able to go right outside on the beach is such an amazing experience. The place itself was very cute and had everything we needed. I loved it and if you are looking for somewhere cozy with a nice view of the water this place is perfect. They also had a bonfire which we really enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023