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

Oscoda, Michigan
$251 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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 roomas 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!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Soap Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Genevieve

    Submitted Jul 22, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

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

  • Alicia

    Submitted Jul 30, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    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!

  • Caryn D.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Absolutely lovely home. Clean, had every amenity. We really loved the time spent there.

  • Jean C.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    A very nice house on Van Etten lake. So quiet and peaceful and beautiful views of the lake.

  • Jody D.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    The cottage is easy to access and well stocked. The lake area has a great little fire pit.

  • Darryl B.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Everything was wonderful. It was cozy and nicely lit decorated. Dorene was wonderful. I had left some things and she so graciously made arrangements to mail the items to me. It is a wonderful, peaceful home with a fabulous dock. We are coming back for our honeymoon.

  • Kelly E.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    This property was very cute, well appointed and cozy. We loved being right on the lake- so relaxing we only left once over the 3 days we were there to get ice cream! Great, responsive owner. Loved having the dock right on the water to sit one and relax. Lake is a little yucky- murkey, mushy bottom up close to shore, and then so weedy farther out. Great boating lake though

  • Alice F.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    This Cottage is adorable. The furnishings and remodel are beautiful. Plenty of places to sit in living room or seating outdoors. Bath supplies provided and dual Keurig/Coffee Pot with pods or grounds provided. Quiet waterfront where we watched the boats go by, fished and enjoyed nature. Really impressed with this Cottage. Definitely want to return for future visit.

  • Bernie D.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    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!

  • Wes P.

    Submitted Mar 6, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

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

  • Jonathon B.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    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!

  • Mary P.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    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.

  • Christina T.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    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.

  • Jan L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    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!

  • M S.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

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

  • Bernard D.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    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.

  • Bernard D.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 17, 2024

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

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$251+
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