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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

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Tawas City, MI
  • Place, Gateway Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitney Township Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tawas city Waterfront Escape

Cozy 3 Bedroom 'up north' cottage. Lovely knotty pine interior. Dining Room comfortably seats 6 with panoramic view of the lake. Two bedrooms have bunk beds, master bedroom has double bed. Small bathroom w/shower tub combo. Features: WI-FI, gas grill, microwave, washer & dryer, stove, refrigerator, tea and coffee pots. Has front and back patios as well as , covered car port. Relax and enjoy fishing, boating, the VIEW.. This is truly nature at its BEST. While we are water front, due to high water levels, access is not possible safely. However, there are many beaches in the area, in Tawas and East Tawas.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Tawas City

Located in Tawas City, this cottage is on the beach. Tawas Point Lighthouse and Arenac County Historical Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Huron Breeze Golf Club. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Tawas City, MI

What's nearby

  • Gateway Park - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Whitney Township Park - 8 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bear Crossings - 13 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Ascension St. Joseph Hospital - 13 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tawas city Waterfront Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tawas city Waterfront Escape ?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tawas city Waterfront Escape on Apr 17, 2026 start from $168, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tawas city Waterfront Escape ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tawas city Waterfront Escape ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tawas city Waterfront Escape located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Huron and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gateway Park and Tawas City Park Beach. Ascension St. Joseph Hospital and Whitney Township Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

7.2

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 15 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Was a very nice place to stay. There was some issue with both sinks filling, spiders and a messed up yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John B.

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

Tawas enjoyable

Paid for Stayed 2 nights Did not bring dog however on request owner said it would be ok. Found out about construction outside by past post as pictures are old. Post initiated us to inquire about construction where owner was very truthful about situations. Write up and photos need update. Cottage not as clean as should be for renting. Paid for 5 stayed for 2 should say it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carol T.

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

Needs a dumpster

Cupboard was locked that key was supposed to be in. Had to wait for cleaning lady to come and give us hers. House is filled with old, unusable, dirty, dusty items. Lamps don’t work. Beds uncomfortable, futon uncomfortable. Bathroom filled with expired (2006!) items. Any drawers stuffed with old items. Any hooks covered with more stuff. Nowhere to put your things! Many many cobwebs! Yard unkept, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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2/10 Terrible

Kathy H.

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

Pictures are outdated of Lake, and house was not clean

We had been told there were issues with the seawall, not that the seawall was just piles of rocks. The picture of the previous seawall was old. There were cobwebs going from the bathroom ceiling the light fixture. Food still on cutting board. There was dust on the knick-knacks in the picture window. The boat lift was your view out the picture window. We chose this for the lakeview . False advertising. This is for starters.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Teresa M.

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

Summer Vacation

Overall our experience was very good. We knew going in there wasn't water access. That would have made it much nicer for us. We had 6 adults and were surprised we didn't feel cramped. Housekeeping might work on the cobwebs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

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

3 days away with men's fellowship.

Cabin met all of our needs. neighbors were very friendly, invited us over to use their fire pit, great view of the lake. beds were comfortable, cabin was clean. Would rent again. Owner was easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Recommended

Very nIce and quaint location in a good, quiet neighborhood. Close access to great beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

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

Fantastic family getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay. The home is located in a lovely lake community, close to Tawas City, and the view from both inside and outside the home is breathtaking. The home itself is warm and inviting, with a very up-northy cabin feel. The beds were comfy, the living room had plenty of places to sit and chill after a long day. My grandson loved watching movies on the bunk bed at the end of long days, while adults played cards at the table. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals, along with an outside grill. It was easy to get to beaches, restaurants and stores, and we appreciated how diligent everyone in the area was about wearing masks and social distancing. Bob was very easy to work with through the whole process. My kids have already requested we stay at this home again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

greg d.

not a good experience / stay

the mbr bed was sufficient for sleep, but other needed beds left unused. Owner wants to keep entire deposit : 1. false kitchen drawer front came off after previous repair 2. plaque fell off wall 3. owner couldn't initially locate keys and had no spare - billed his trip to deliver 2nd set to deposit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

John T.

Very comfortable.

We had a great time. Comfortable, clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

Nice cozy cottage. Exactly what I expected from the pictures.

Basic little cottage on Saginaw bay. Clean, all appliances worked, had everything we needed for dishes and utensils. Only thing I would recommend is that if you plan on going in water bring some water shoes, it is rocky.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
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8/10 Good

David F.

Cozy cottage

This was exactly what we wanted. We all enjoyed the quirkiness and relaxed attitude of this cabin. Everything was provided, and we really appreciated the washer and dryer. There was a little problem with the wiring: we couldn'the run the microwave and coffee pot at the same time, or the dryer and microwave at the same time, but, we got used to it. It was very quiet, and the neighbors were very nice. It could have been a touch cleaner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
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4/10 Poor

Jason S.

Could be so much more

Awesome location and so much potential. If you need a place to stay it's fine, but it's cluttered and not very clean. I hate to leave a negative review because the owner is a nice and accommodating man but there were spider webs everywhere when we got there, the tv doesn't really work and the place looks like it wasn't vacuumed in a long time. It could be an awesome place with some de-cluttering and some cleaning.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Great Place

It was cozy and very relaxing. I enjoyed my stay very much!
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8/10 Good

David D.

Enjoyed the stay

Nice place right on the water. We enjoyed the view and the breeze. The place is old, but has a nice cottage charm to it. We came on a fishing trip and needed a place to rest our heads. The bathroom is small and so are the bedrooms, but met our needs. Wireless internet access was a big bonus, since 3G service is hard to come by around the shoreline. The owners were very welcoming and friendly. I'd stay here again.

About the host

Hosted by Bob

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We have enjoyed 'Pure Michigan' all our lives. Living and working in northwest Detroit suburbs we enjoy our Tawas getaway escapes. Not too far (about 3 hours) we can quickly get into our rest and relaxation mode. As always the lake levels change. At times there is quite a bit of beach, and at other times the water is up to the breakwall.

Why they chose this property

Family owned since 1955, four generations have been able to spend many summers and created great memories. Many updates have been added through the years with careful preservation of the past as well.

What makes this property unique

If we want to go for ice cream, dinner, art fairs, farmers market, antiquing, golfing, shopping, they are all close. Tawas and East Tawas are a short drive or a scenic bike ride along a trail that will take you in to town.

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