Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock!
Loon Lodge is a super cute 1-bedroom, 1-bath dog-friendly lakefront cottage on Van Etten Lake, just north of Oscoda and just inland from Lake Huron! The home features a private dock, lakeside bonfire ring, a propane grill, outdoor dining, and a lovely sunroom with a great view of the lake! The home also has Wi-Fi, streaming television, wall A/C unit, washer, dryer, and a beautiful recently-updated bathroom. Provides for a fun getaway to northeast Michigan for couples or small families!
NEIGHBORHOOD:
The neighborhood consists of lakefront homes, which are primarily vacation and second homes. A number of retirees live in the area. It is expected that guests will help to keep the neighborhood pleasantly quiet and peaceful. The home is only a 5-minute drive from downtown Oscoda.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
1) KAYAKS: The kayaks belong to the owners and are not to be used by guests.
2) PETS: Up to 3 dogs are permitted. More than 3 dogs or any kind of pet other than dogs is strictly prohibited. Please make certain that the pet fee is paid if bringing 1 to 3 dogs.
3) AIR CONDITIONING: The property has a wall air conditioning unit. Note that it does NOT have central air conditioning.
4) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct.
5) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.
6) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property # 4213787vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Oscoda
Located in Oscoda, this cottage is on the waterfront. 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.
beach near Green Cedars Sculpture Walk - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
beach near Shared Greenspace - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
‪Blue Collar - ‬3 min drive
‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Edelweiss Tavern - ‬5 min drive
‪AuSable Inn - ‬6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock!?
As of 15 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock! on 22 Oct, 2026 start from S$464, 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 at Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Loon Lodge - Super Cute, Lakefront, Bonfire Ring, and Private Dock! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Van Etten Lake and Lake Huron. Cedar Lake is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very lovely cabin. The wife loved the sunsets and sunrises. My wife is from the area and loved being back "home". The local food is wonderful in the area, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2026
Thanks, Chris! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
We had a wonderful stay at Loon Lodge. We were able to make day trips to Lake Huron and the East Tawas area. It was so pleasant sitting on the porch facing the lake. I recommend this cute place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2026
Thanks, Deb! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
This place was awesome. We were there when it was freezing outside and this cottage stayed warm and cozy. Would love to stay there in the summer for sure.
The cottage was cute, clean and has a beautiful view of the lake. The lake was clean and perfect for our BOTE(stand up board) and kayak. The host was professional and accommodating. I would recommend this cute quaint cottage to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2026
Thanks, Melissa! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
check in was fast and easy, host was very helpfulkitchen was greatWi-Fi was greatcottage was nice and cleanOscoda Beach was minutes away and beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2025
Thanks, Frederick! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jen L.
23 Mar, 2025
Excellent!
Right on the lake with incredible sunset views and abundant bird life. Comfortable accomodations with everything you need to enjoy the peace and quiet!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patrick I.
27 Jul, 2025
Nice
Love the place ! Agape was awesome to deal with. Will rent again!
Nice clean lakefront home. Good location. Good fishing at the bottom of the dam. Easy check in/out process. Washer/dryer a big plus. TY
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2025
Thanks, Michael! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
EricW
20 Nov, 2024
Cozy and relaxing
Lovely lakefront cabin. I spent a wonderful week working remotely while enjoying the peace and quiet of the lake. The cabin was clean and well-appointed, the wi-fi was fast, and the setting was gorgeous. Thank you!
Cottage was pleasant and clean. Kitchen was sparce along with basic tools and paper supplies were lightly stocked. Thank goodness we brought some basics with for cooking and back up household supplies! The bedroom was small and not well ventilated making it stuffy with summer heat and the A/C unit didn't vent near the room. The main closet was also locked down making it inconvenient to hang any clothes. The yard and beach front were comfortable and quiet. The beach area was not ideal for swimming but Lake Huron with excellent sandy beach parks was only few miles away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
Thanks, Michael! We appreciate the review and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
The place was super cute. Very nice lakeview and patio. I did have to buy paper products such as toilet paper, as there was only a partial roll in the whole house. I was also very disappointed that we were unable to use the lake.Because at the time we were staying it was being chemically treated. That was not disclosed to me when I rented the property. We were looking forward to floating on our tubes. I wasnt to happy about that. Otherwise, I would go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2025
Dear Keely: We are very sorry about the lake being chemically treated during your stay. We do hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless!
We rented the Loon Lodge over the Labor Day weekend to celebrate my husband's first days of retirement. Loon Lodge is an adorable 658 sqft cottage but the open layout doesn't feel small at all, and the best part is that it's pet friendly! It is tastefully decorated with the bedroom and bathroom seems to have been recently updated. The screened in porch gave us spectacular sunset views each evening. The location is awesome, we spent time in Tawas City, East Tawas and Oscoda. The area is very pet friendly, we were able to take our pup just about everywhere...there's even a dog beach at Tawas Pointe State Park. The only minor point is that the bed is only a double and was a bit hard to sleep in, probably because we're used to a king. Honestly it didn't impact the enjoyment of our stay. Loon Lodge is an adorable and affordable cottage on a beautiful lake in a wonderful area of Michigan. I would not hesitate to stay here again on our next trip to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2025
Thanks for the review! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes for a wonderful retirement! :-)