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Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake!

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Oscoda, MI

Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course
‪18 min drive‬
Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
‪21 min drive‬
Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake!

The "New Retreat" is your perfect cozy getaway nestled on Van Etten Lake, fully updated with all the amenities - A/C,
Wi-Fi, private dock access, new steps to the water, and a new deck overlooking the water. This cottage underwent a re-model in Spring 2022 to accommodate up to 6 overnight guests with two bedrooms and one full bath. All new windows added in 2024. City water added! Fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops and new appliances. You will find a Smart TV in the living room as well as a sunroom overlooking the water for all your lake views! Relax outdoors on your private deck or park your water toys on your private dock. You will find all you need for a relaxing getaway in Northern Michigan at The New Retreat!

Property manager

Dorene

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Oscoda

Oscoda is home to this cottage. Lumbering History Exhibit Area and Iosco County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center and Tawas Point Lighthouse. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.

Oscoda, MI

What's nearby

Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center - 42 min drive - 31.8 km
Tawas Point State Park - 43 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪Hilltop Bar - ‬15 min drive
‪Desi's Taco Lounge - ‬16 min drive
‪Ausable Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Remodeled! Enjoy the tranquility of a lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake! located?

Situated in Oscoda, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course and Au Sable River. Lake Huron and Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bernie D.

30 Jun, 2025

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

Summer cottage on the lake

This is the 4th year we have stayed at the cabin and it’s always a great experience! Dorene, the host, is great to deal with and quick to answer any questions you might have. We will be back again for sure!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes P.

6 Mar, 2025

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

Amazing Host and a Great Place to stay

Everything was great. Communication was top notch. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

M S.

14 Jul, 2024

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

Very nice place.

Really nice, clean, quiet place. Will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

22 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Very quiet, nice, and great views! The cottage is very welcoming.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon B.

13 Aug, 2024

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

Lakefront Cottage-great stay!!

Dorene was a very responsive host! This property has everything needed for a great stay. We enjoyed our time in Oscoda and will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard D.

22 Jun, 2024

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

Summer Vacation

Very clean property with a great view and location. We have stayed here many times and have always been very happy staying here.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

6 Aug, 2024

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

Girls weekend

Great VRBO. Everything about the place was very comfy. Plenty of room for 5 women. Beautiful yard and convenient location if wanting to venture out.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard D.

28 Jun, 2024

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

Family time.

We have been coming to this cabin for a few years now. Always a great stay, very clean and a great location!! Will be back every year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

5 Aug, 2024

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

Great stay!!!

This cottage is so cute and cozy. Love the decor. The cottage has everything you might need. It’s a 12 minute drive to a beautiful beach on Lake Huron. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey Y.

1 Mar, 2023

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

GREAT STAY!

Location is incredible, house exactly as listed. Great host, you wont be disappointed! Had an amazing long weekend up there!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful place to relax and unwind while seeing magnificent Lake Huron

All 4 of us enjoyed the peaceful surroundings From relaxing at the fire pit or on the dock, to fixing meals in the kitchen and on the gas grill, our stay here was just what we needed. The view of Lake Van Etten from inside and outside was gorgeous! Comfy beds! Dorene was a very responsive host! Close to everything we wanted to do!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

27 Sept, 2023

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

Enjoyable vacation

Property in an excellent location for a relaxing getaway . House is updated and clean . Great view of the lake with a dock to enjoy the water . Highly recommend this property .

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie J.

13 Jul, 2023

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

Great cottage

We loved everything about our stay. The cottage is exactly as described. The view of the lake is just beautiful. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you:)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrice B.

15 Aug, 2023

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

Weekend Get-A-Way

We had the most enjoyable long weekend at the cottage on Lake Van Etten. The cottage was clean, updated, and beautifully decorated. We especially love hanging out on the deck…great views!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

29 Aug, 2023

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

A perfect get away place with a lake view and the sunrise.

Quiet, cozy. Beautifully decorated. Everything I needed was there. It was nice to wake up and enjoy a cup of coffee on the deck watching the sunrise. Close to everywhere you need to go.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

16 Jul, 2023

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

60th Birthday getaway

Peace and tranquility are what comes to mind about this property. This adorable lake cottage is updated beautifully with all new appliances. It was an extremely quiet area of the lake. We loved having coffee on the new deck and watched a huge thunderstorm safely inside the sun porch. We will definitely visit this property again

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malynda S.

26 Jul, 2023

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

The perfect Lakehouse getaway

We absolutely loved our stay here. Exactly what we were looking for. Fishing, beautiful views, cozy coffee spot and close to the beach. The sunroom was everyone’s favorite spot. Our three kids loved the big upstairs bedroom that stayed cool and quiet for a midday nap. Well stocked kitchen cabinets had anything you might have forgotten. Five star for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

30 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

My family and I absolutely adored the cottage and the peaceful town it was situated in. The view was breathtaking and the cottage itself was immaculately clean and charming. We felt right at home and were able to prepare all of our meals in the kitchen, which we enjoyed on the patio overlooking the lake. The locals were incredibly friendly and spending time by the beach was exactly what we needed to rejuvenate. I cannot speak highly enough of the host - she was incredibly responsive and kind, ensuring that our stay was flawless. We are already looking forward to returning in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

28 Jun, 2023

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

Girls trip

Our trip was truly magical. The cabin was charming and perfect. The pictures do not do this place justice. Everything was so clean and beautiful. I truly loved the ceilings in the place. You will see what I am talking about when you book. The beds were comfy and made up with the most beautiful bedding. We truly appreciated the large plush bath towels provided and stocked shower wash/shampoo to clean off the river after a long day. The host thought of everything right down to providing coffee ☕, beach towels and even comfy chairs for around the fire. I have been to do many rentals that provided nothing. It's just so much more to pack and drag arounf. So truly it was appreciated that so much though was put into our comfort. We enjoyed a very fun and relaxing trip down the beautiful Abusable river and a trip on the river queen. The locals are so friendly and fun. We enjoyed some karaoke at the local bowling alley and hit a couple more watering holes stoped for some local ice cream and visited the local beach. Truly amazing little town and beautiful location for a low key relaxing glamping trip. Lots of memories were made and tons of laughs were shared.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

3 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip V.

19 Aug, 2023

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

Quiet time on Lake

Cottage was just as described in very comfortable. Mid week there’s just no activity on the lake so it’s very private. Good communication with owner and absolutely enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette M., Michigan

6 Aug, 2023

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

Weekend Wedding

Adorable cottage. Very clean looks exactly as pictured. Peaceful coffee on the back deck was so nice just hearing birds and looking at the lake. I would definitely recommend this hidden gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Dec, 2022

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

Had a wonderful birthday weekend in a beautifully decorated home on our favorite lake.

Very clean. Very new appliances and furniture. Was a pleasure to stay there and will consider booking the place in the summer. Had a fire by the lake front but was disappointed that the indoor fireplace was not working.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

18 Sept, 2022

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

Great Stay at the New Retreat

We had a great stay at the New Retreat. Property was very clean. The living room was perfect for relaxing, and the deck out back overlooking the lake was beautiful. Dorene was a great host and very responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022