A small but charming home 2.5 blocks from Tawas Point State Park beaches/birding

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

East Tawas, MI

Tawas Point State Park3 min walk
Tawas Point Lighthouse17 min walk
Tawas City Park Beach12 min drive
Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom suite

1 King Bed

Three-season room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1st floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

If you enjoy boating, fishing, birdwatching, biking, or spending the day at the beach, this is the right property for you.

--Rent a pontoon boat, kayaks, motorboats, or jet skis at Jerry's Marina (a short walk from the property).
--Walk a few blocks to the 183-acre Tawas Point State Park with its historic lighthouse (1876), bird preserve, playgrounds, nature trail, and beaches (including a dog-friendly beach).
--From the end of the park's nature and birding trail (dogs and bikes are not permitted here) you can relax on the beach to watch the sun rise over Lake Huron or set over Tawas Bay.

The house itself has been lovingly cared for with beautiful woodwork everywhere--from the floors to the ceilings--set off by abundant natural light. Features include a tree-shaded fire pit, three-season room, upstairs family suite, two televisions, and well-furnished kitchen. Note that the property has no A/C, though it does have more than two-dozen windows and a half-dozen ceiling fans. One dog per family is welcome, but owners are asked to notify us in advance.

If you are interested in birdwatching, keep reading...

Michigan Audubon reports that Tawas Point "is well known for high concentrations of migrating warblers during the month of May. Species highlights have included Kirtland’s Warbler, Cape May Warbler, Golden-winged Warbler, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, White-crowned Sparrow, numerous raptors, shorebirds, and more. In 2019, 178 species were spotted" during the area's annual birding festival (in May).

Tawas Point State Park is also the westernmost stop on the Saginaw Bay Birding Trail, which covers 142 miles. According to the Saginaw Bay birding and birding trail website, "[t]he Saginaw Bay watershed is the largest contiguous freshwater coastal wetland system in the United States. This is a critical migratory stopover for over 250 bird species of which over 200 species remain to establish nesting territories in this habitat rich and diverse region."

Property manager

Erin Spanier

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

We love pets, please tell us about yours.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking allowed outdoors.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

Located in East Tawas, this holiday home is near 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 Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

Tawas Point State Park - 3 min walk
Tawas Point Lighthouse - 17 min walk
Iosco County Historical Museum - 10 min drive
Dewey Durant Park - 11 min drive
Tawas City Park Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 12 min drive
China Buffet - 9 min drive
Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - 12 min drive
KFC - 10 min drive
Barnacle Bill's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A small but charming home 2.5 blocks from Tawas Point State Park beaches/birding pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-out at A small but charming home 2.5 blocks from Tawas Point State Park beaches/birding?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A small but charming home 2.5 blocks from Tawas Point State Park beaches/birding located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tawas Point State Park and Lake Huron. Tawas Point Lighthouse is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Lee K.

17 Sept 2023

we enjoyed our stay

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra f.

5 Sept 2023

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

Great place to relax with family

The location is great. It is a quick walk/bike ride down to the lighthouse/beach. Right across from Marina. 5 - 10 min from stores but it feels very secluded. Home is beautiful and super clean. There are bugs as to be expected but not too many. There is a small back yard with a fire pit. There is a ton of cabinet space. There is a kitchen and a kitchenette (in the master bedroom). The TV in master is neat as it rotates to be seen anywhere in the room. There is a 2nd bedroom and an office type area that can work as back up sleeping for kids. There are a lot of nooks and crannies here which we loved. Kids loved exploring it. The home felt like home right away. We already plan to rebook when we go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry N.

11 Aug 2023

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

Celebrated our 50th

We had a great time staying here while we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our family. The new AC units were much appreciated. This was our second time here and would recommend it to anyone. Our grandkids loved biking to the beach, shopping at Ben Franklin, and seeing the Barbie movie at the Tawas theater.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

10 July 2023

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

Great rental, great location.

The house was clean, neat with plenty of room for four kids and our dog. It’s an unique layout/floor plan with lots of extra space. We enjoyed the house and property but really loved the location as it’s just outside Tawas Point State Park, within walking distance. We’ll be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

5 July 2023

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

Nice, clean property

Comfortable stay for a couple and our cousin. There is a lot to in the area. Close to the state park & 5 minutes from downtown. 2 full bathrooms and a laundry room was very nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023