On waterfront.Stay at this East Tawas cabin and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Huron and 2 miles (3 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest. Tawas Point State Park and Tawas Point Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Iosco County Historical Museum - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
Dewey Durant Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
Tawas City Park Beach - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - 12 min drive
China Buffet - 9 min drive
Barnacle Bill's - 10 min drive
KFC - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron
This cute vintage log cabin has an open ceiling and original windows and latches. Tub has washing extension but no shower. Take a step back in time with this adorable decor. Enjoy Lake Hurons beautiful views in the property.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
554358
Cottage
Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dave A.
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
Everything was wonderful. Just one pretty minor complaint: the CD player was weird to operate and only one speaker worked.
We had a great time. We visited Tuttle Marsh and the River Road on the Au Sable River on our way out, and climbed the lighthouse and hiked all around the edge of the peninsula. The fall colors were at peak for a good portion of our trip up.
Thanks very much for making our 40th anniversary a great experience.
Dave A.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Kathy K.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Cozy. Beds were comfortable. Owners were very helpful. The views drom the dock priceless.
Kathy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth L.
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
so fun
Thank you so much for letting us stay at the Mermaid Cottages. The location was perfect, so close to everything. We loved waking up and sitting by the lake in the morning. We will definitely recommend to friends and come for another stay
Elizabeth L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn B.
Sep 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Huron
Perfect little rustic cabin! Wish we could've stayed longer. Comfortable.
Marilyn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Andrew P.
Sep 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Hideaway on Lake Huron
I had a great time at Tawas Bay, awesome to get away from the Southern summer heat and humidity. Got lost momentarily at first, but once you find the mermaid tail sign by the mailboxes, you’ll know where you are. The cabin is the second on the left. While it’s not right on the lake, you can see it through the trees. The host has a deck on her home on the property where you’re welcome to get a great view of the sunrise over the lake.
The cabin itself matches what’s shown in the pictures. Plenty of books to read! Plenty of thrillers and romance novels on the bookshelves, if you’re into that. My attention span with reading is low, so I spent my down time reading all the kids books! The bed in the master bedroom is comfy, and I was pleasantly surprised by how well the electric stove cooks the food!
You’re only a couple miles down the road from Tawas Point State Park for the beaches. There’s also a lighthouse there, but apparently it’s closed in 2023 due to restorations. A 20 minute drive north is Huron National Forest; lots of trails to choose from for hiking and or bike riding. I highly recommend visiting the Lumbermen’s Monument. The view from the sand dunes overlooking the AuSable River is mind blowing!!
Overall a nice chill place to get away from the stresses of urban life!
Charming, rustic, cottage. Very clean. Would visit again.
Kimberlee
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
Jul 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Stay
Cute cabin, enjoyed our stay close to the Tawas State Park. Owners were very responsive to questions/concerns. Thank you!
Jamie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alisa A.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cabin, nice location to Tawas State Park
Cute, rustic cabin. Love the open floor plan and the old windows, doors, beams. Has more amneties than listed. The property is on Lake Huron but the cabin sits down the driveway a ways. Really quiet area. GREAT hosts. Internet service was weak. If you want to really unplug and get off all screens for a bit- this is the place for you!
Wifi seemed like it could handle one device at a time. Other than that, it was very nice.
Kirk E
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
michael h.
Feb 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
It had all we needed. Right on the water!
michael h.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle R.
Oct 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Just as listed!
Nice little cottage for a weekend of relaxing.
Michelle R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Erin W.
Aug 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Tawas getaway
Perfect little cottage getaway for my family. The lake view was beautiful! The owners are helpful, friendly, and quick to respond.
Erin W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jesica K.
Aug 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little get away!
The summer cabin was perfect for a quiet trip for my husband and I! It’s within minutes of beaches and downtown Tawas. We brought our large dog with us and the yard in the back was large enough for her to play in. The sunrise views were gorgeous.
Jesica K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Teri D.
Jul 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!!!
We rented the Summer Cabin for a mid week getaway. The location is perfect.....just a short ride to the State Park Beaches in Tawas and Oscoda. The hosts were super friendly and accommodating!! The cabin was exactly as described and listed. The hosts had stocked everything you could possibly need including a deck of cards, library, linens/towels and a stocked kitchen. Thanks so much for a great stay!!! We will be back to stay again!!
Teri D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Days!
My 3 besties and me ( 2 peeps and my Newfy mix dog -Maggie) stay at the Mermaid cottage. It was difficult for me find, cause my gps kept putting me at a forest lot, but once Jennifer got on the cell with me, I arrived without a hitch. The cottage has a charming rustic decor. The vaulted ceiling creates spaciousness. One of the two bedrooms has separate twin beds. The other bedroom a full bed. We were all comfortable including Maggie.. The bathroom sets between the 2 bedrooms with excess doors to each room. Theres a bathtub but no shower head, but the shower hose works okay enough and the bathtub is shallow so no big step over. The cottage is very clean with all the conveniences of home ( fridge a little rusty inside but works well ).There is no AC, but plenty of windows to open and individual fans to keep the air moving. Jennifer was very nice and so good about my bringing a dog. There is a little back yard behind the cottage to walk the poochy or take up the drive to the road which as a wide bike bath. Also there is an outside hose, so if your dog likes running on the beach, or maybe you do to, there is a hose to spray off the sand. The walk down the driveway from the cottage to the lake is very short. The view spectacular especially at sunrise. It's a very rocky boulder seawall coastline, with a lower deck that you maybe could go fishing off but no beach. The cottage complex has communal volleyball nets set ups and a picnic table by lakeside. Each cottage has a small fire pit for use and a couple of chairs. The surroundings are woodsy and full of nature's pets..like deer, squirrels and chipmunks and insects. The location is within 2-3 miles of Point Park, downtown Tawas and other attractions. It's a great place to stay for a reasonable cost ( at least it is for 2022) we are certainly going to come back next year and stay at the Mermaid Cottages! One note...bring extra towels, pillows for more comfort, maybe another blanket for cool nites and insect repellent...the biting flies and mosquitos are hungry!
Sue M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carrie L., Tucson, AZ
Jun 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful escape
Rustic with everything we needed.
Carrie L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
Oct 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
We loved our stay at the cottage. We loved the short walk to view lake Huron.
My only recommendation would be is some new pillows.