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Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!

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A lakeside deck with picnic tables, a covered umbrella, and outdoor seating.
A cozy interior with a loft bed, a wooden dining table with four chairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen area.
A lakeside property with a dock, a small house, and a larger building with a blue roof.
A cozy kitchen with a wooden dining area, a built-in bench, and a ladder leading to a loft.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Place, Tawas Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dewey Durant Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

East Tawas

East Tawas is home to this cottage. Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tawas Point Lighthouse and Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center.
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Map
East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dewey Durant Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 15 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 18 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 35 min drive - 43.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching! 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 Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 4-bedroom cottage ON Tawas Lake Pet, kid-friendly. Great Bird watching! located?

Situated in East Tawas, this cottage is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Tawas Lake. Dewey Durant Park and Iosco County Historical Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a beautiful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the spot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely great place. My third of forth time staying. Will be back again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Kayaking and fishing was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Small rooms and older cottage, but comfortable and clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was just as described. Loved the kitchen table was perfect for our gathering. Catherine was quick at calling when I couldn’t get the heat to work. My mom loved watching the squirrels and chipmunks. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the mornings sitting outside looking at the lake & bird watching.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described, nice and clean, with an amazing view. The host is so thoughtful, and has filled the house with lots of good books, games, a full coffee nook with everything you could want, plenty of kitchenware for cooking, beach and bath towels, comfortable linens, soap, outside sitting areas and so much more. We were so pleased to be there and would recommend the property to everyone who has the good fortune to stay there : )
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catherine is an excellent host! She’s very easy to communicate with and responds quickly. The cottage is well stocked and cute! The coffee accommodations were awesome - and Comfortable beds. We were a bit sad that the lake wasn’t swim able, and quite “marshy”. But the bird watching was pretty cool.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our favorite vacation spot! It is charming and has such a beautiful view! The wildlife and easy access to kayaking is a serendipity! I love to walk to town and to the boardwalk to get coffee every morning! In a word it’s magical!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time wild ricing on the lake and mushrooming the state forest near by. Property had everything we wanted. Since it was a lot older individuals not couples maybe one more room configured with twins or bunks would have been helpful. I didn’t make it up to look at the loft wonder if that could become 2 singles. And we just had a hard time folding the sofa bed. Never did figure it out but we worked around it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place! Beautiful views of the lake, great yard for games and bonfires, and nicely stocked and clean interior for us to relax and enjoy with our friends for a weekend up north. Owner was great at communication when we had a little struggle with the lock and were able to get us squared away! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners were really communicative and helpful at check in. We had a delay getting there, but we didn’t have any trouble getting into the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described in the listing. Beds were super comfortable. Wi-Fi worked well. Quiet location. Check-in was easy. Owner was super responsive. It is an up north cabin with great location and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Thanks for your review! Im glad you had a good time at our little cottage on the lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

This was a great place to stay. Very cozy atmosphere. The beds were amazingly comfortable. The location is absolutely perfect. I cannot express enough how great the location is. On a dead end and feels like no neighbors. But close to town as well for easy shopping or visit to big lake. Easily the best place I've stayed at.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thanks for the wonderful review! Come again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my second time staying and its still wonderful! Im still amazed and feel so lucky to have found this gem. The host is very responsive if any questions. Cabin is clean. Location again is wonderful. Plethora of things to do both at the cabin and not far from. I highly recommend this cavin
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thank you, Amber for the lovely review! You are welcome anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was well stocked with basic items and then some. The coffee bar had a variety to choose from. The beds were all comfortable and the living space was perfectly sized. My girls loved hanging out in the loft. The location makes you feel like you are secluded but town is just a short drive away. Everything was smooth and easy. I would highly recommend this cottage for a stay in Tawas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick up north get away

We loved our stay! The location was perfect if you want to be downtown. There were many amenities that a lot of VRBOs don't include. The coffee bar was a huge feature for us, as was the large dining table we could all gather around. My checklist included a fireplace and a loft. My kids love traveling with a loft. The beds were incredibly comfortable, too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Thank you for your kind words. We're so glad you enjoyed the cottage! We'll be sure to keep the coffee bar stocked.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the water, launched our canoes from the backyard! Sunsets, bonfires, and smores under the stars. Almost everything you would need in the well stocked house, Catherine has anticipated your every need. We slept well in the comfy beds, and the neighbirhoid is friendly for walking dogs, at the end of the street is a cute bridge which leads to more trails and frisbie golf, fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage and all it has to offer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect relaxing spot for a 5 day stay. Loved being able to bring our 2 pups and they felt right at home. We brought our own kayaks and had a great time kayaking in the lake. Home was cleaning and owner was so nice. House had everything that we needed. Beds were comfortable and house was very clean. The only draw back is that the house is cooled by a single window unit so during the day and early evening it was a bit hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Would absolutely recommend! Only issue was power going out when a/c, fan n coffe maker were on. But a minor issue easily remedied .Would maybe enjoy a toaster. Toaster oven was ok for toast.Just a super getaway for all 9 of n us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
So glad you had a great time! We'll take the toaster suggestion into consideration!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought it was great for the price, location and amount of beds! Only down side was the boys were really looking forward to the boat but it had a broken oar lock. They finally decided to take it out anyway but it had many leaks in the boat and starting filling with water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Oh gosh! I am so sorry to hear that! We will remove the row boat from our listing and keep our eyes out for a new boat. I am glad you enjoyed your stay overall. Thank you for your feedback!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay. The host was friendly and accommodating. We were cooking food for a bunch of people and the smaller range was missing a shelf, so Catherine offered that we could use the fridge and stove in one of the other cabins that was unoccupied. There was also no shampoo or conditioner when we arrived, so she had some delivered. She clearly wanted to make sure we enjoyed our time at the house. It's a very charming place and the views are wonderful, especially at sunset. Would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall it was a nice property. The pictures of the outside were a bit deceiving as we were not expecting as much muck and weeds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
Thank you for your comments. The lake volume goes up and down, varying with rainfall. We did install a dock which is also not in the pictures to help when the lake is low.
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