Quaint Family Up North Cottage on Tawas Lake - catch fish, relax, sunsets!

East Tawas, Michigan
$219 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Our cottage is a quaint 'up North' family cottage, on Tawas Lake. We’re licensed through East Tawas’s short term rental ordinance. There are two bedrooms, and a sofa bed to sleep six. One bedroom has a sturdy set of bunk beds (adults can use them, but please limit the weight on the upper bunk!), and the other bedroom has a very comfortable queen sized bed. The couch in the living room has a queen sized pull-out sofa bed.

The kitchen is modern, has a nice stove and 'fridge,and is furnished with oak cabinets. Pots, pans, dishes, silverware, and more are there for you to use. There is a Keurig coffee maker, toaster, and a microwave oven. There is a nice oak dining room set. This is a pleasant setting for a family dinner.

There are windows around the exterior walls in the living room looking out over the lake. There is a deck overlooking the lake with a wrought iron table set and sun loungers. You can dine looking at the lake, or relax on the loungers and get a tan! There is a small deck on the street side, so if the wind is blowing in across the lake, you can enjoy your coffee there. There is a Cedar swing in the yard, and a pair of chairs perfect for watching the sun go down. Sunsets over the lake can be quite spectacular!

There is a dock and row boat available for your use. Life jackets, oars, and if you need it, instruction on how to use it all are available. The idea is to bring your fishing rods and have an enjoyable time on the lake. You'll catch fish right off the dock. There is a patio and picnic table with a charcoal grill beside the lake. This is a perfect spot for a family picnic under the shade of an Oak tree. In the evening you can make s'mores!

The town of East Tawas is a mile away on the shore of Lake Huron. The beaches there are wonderful sandy, and clean. There is a State of Michigan shelter harbor there. You can walk the dock, looking at the big boats, eating an ice cream cone on a sunny summer day! There is a lighthouse on Tawas Point, a couple of miles from the cottage. You can visit the State park on the point, and enjoy the sandy beaches there, too.

The Huron National Forrest is a few miles West. You can tour Lumberman's Monument, the AuSable River, and all the natural features of the area. In the summer you can you can use your side-by-side on the trails, and in the winter, there are miles of snowmobile trails throughout the forest. There are lots of things to do within a few miles of the cottage.

We encourage family enjoyment. House rules: no drug use, no smoking anything in the cottage. A family enjoyed the cottage before your visit, and another will arrive after you. We ask that you keep the cottage nice and safe for everyone to enjoy! The Golden Rule applies!

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: No Smoking Of Any Substance, Please. Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Rachel M.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    It was a wonderful house. Clean and bright. Airy. Quiet. The lake is absolutely beautiful. We will definitely be back next fall. The one issue we noticed is that it says the house sleeps 6, but then when you get there the house rules say no one over 120lbs can sleep on the top bunk. What adult is under 120lbs? The house only sleeps 5 adults sized people, not 6. It wasn't relevant to us because we didn't have 6 people, but it would have been a problem if we had planned for a full house.

  • Richard C.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Lee is a great host — very thoughtful and responsive. We enjoyed staying at this great property.

  • Christina T.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Close to downtown and perfect for biking or enjoying a swim in Lake Huron, this spot offers the charm of a true up-north town. The home is exceptionally clean and makes an ideal getaway retreat. This lake is wonderful for fishing, paddle boarding, or taking the boat out for a relaxing row. Just note that this particular lake is not suitable for swimming.

  • Joan T.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Beautiful house, very clean and spacious.

  • Janet M.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Everything was perfect. The lake sunsets were beautiful, it is close to town & a lovely, quiet neighborhood we walked & e-biked. Very clean with all the amenities. Nice swing & deck to sit on & look at the lake. Comfortable bed. A big plus that we could take our little dog. 10 stars!!!

  • Sarah M.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    We had a great stay at the Cobb’s cottage. The place was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything needed to prepare meals. Lee was great at communicating and was helpful with some additional fishing spots in the area to try. My son was also able to catch some fish right off the dock. We also saw lots of deer, rabbits, and squirrels during our stay! Would reccomend!

  • Suzann V.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    My family stayed at this property for a week, and nearly everything we needed was provided. The view of the lake at sunset was amazing. Because of the location, it was very quiet and there was virtually no traffic. We found the cottage to be a very peaceful place to stay.

  • Teresa L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    This was our second trip back to the cottage on Tawas Lake and it did not disappoint! The cottage was very clean and well stocked. The property owner was great to work with and very responsive. My family and I have stayed at several other cottages on Tawas lake and this is definitely our favorite. Can’t wait to return next summer!

  • Mike P.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cobb Cottage. We stay in the area every summer and this year will be memorable for the cottage and location. We enjoyed the view and cycling with our e-bikes through out the area. The ride on the Alabaster Trail and the ride to the State Park Lighthouse were great. The cottage was very comfortable and well equiped. Thanks for the memories. Mike and Terry Pruss

  • Lauren K.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    Great home with lots of amenities for little ones: full kitchen, laundry access, homey feel. Beautiful views and close to great restaurants and beaches. Thanks for sharing your home, Lee!

  • Michael W.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    What a great house with the perfect location! The house was very clean with everything you need. Amazing views of Tawas Lake with outstanding sunsets. Fun fishing spot, too! And just a couple minute drive into downtown Tawas for restaurants and shopping. Thank you, Lee, for your attentiveness and hospitality that helped make it a memorable family trip!

  • Charlene C.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 22, 2024

    Cobb Cottage was the perfect vacation for us. It offered the privacy, the sights and sounds of nature and every amenity needed to live like you would at your own home. The owner was attentive to every need and could be contacted easily, if needed. Town was a short distance away and one could probably walk there easily (if healthy) or would make a great bike ride. I would highly recommend this place to anyone needing the “perfect getaway”.

  • Richard C.

    Submitted May 20, 2024

    Stayed May 15, 2024

    Lee is a great host and the home is very nicely appointed. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend !

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$219+
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