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Ideal getaway for nature lovers!

Escape to nature's haven where tranquility meets scenic beauty. Discover nearby Tawas Bay and Au Sable River while unwinding at The Sanctuary Lodge.

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Nestled on Silver Creek, The Sanctuary Lodge offers a serene retreat with sweeping grounds and an idyllic pond setting. Unwind in Unit 3’s living room or take in the views from the second-floor location.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

East Tawas is home to this guesthouse. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park, while Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and wildlife walks. Visit our East Tawas travel guide
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East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club
    14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Dewey Durant Park
    16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach
    17 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Iosco County Historical Museum
    17 min drive - 15.4 km
  • beach near East Tawas City Park
    17 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mango's
    18 min drive
  • Desi's Taco Lounge
    19 min drive
  • Downtown Diner
    18 min drive
  • The Lazy Toaster
    18 min drive
  • The Dam Store
    19 min drive

About this property

Ideal getaway for nature lovers!

  • Guest house near the bay
  • Ideal getaway for nature lovers! provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Ideal getaway for nature lovers! include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
    • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

no fishing, no hunting, no bikes or four-wheelers

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Under adult supervision

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! located?

Situated in East Tawas, this guesthouse is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Corsair Ski Trails. Ascension St. Joseph Hospital and Tawas City Park Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Ideal getaway for nature lovers! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Excellent place to stay!

My husband and I enjoyed our stay here. The unit is very clean, modern, and spacious. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Get away weekend

Very clean and beautiful cozy stay! The nature was picturesque!!! Will definitely be back! Our hosts were very personable and super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful property, close enough to town, but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael O.

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

The Sanctuary

We are truly blessed to have the operating its
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet paradise

The Sanctuary Lodge is a lovely and private property. I appreciated the quiet and lush, green spaces. The rental is extremely clean and spacious. Sam is a wonderful host. I hope to return in the autumn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Tranquility

Wonderful property if you are looking for quiet tranquility. Maybe not so quiet when all of the wonderful birds are singing! Turkeys and deer hang out while you enjoy an evening cocktail on your balcony. Great place to spend some time away from it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Great getaway

The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. For us, no TV and poor cell phone signal was a plus - we were there to get away and enjoy nature! We really enjoyed walking the property and also exploring nearby areas like Tuttle Marsh and Tawas Point. Seeing the Milky Way from our balcony was a treat, as well. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Sanctuary Lodge is a haven for birds and animals

Our suite was all-new, modern, spacious and meticulously clean. It was well decorated and esthetically pleasing. The grounds are beautiful with a stream running through, and we saw deer up close, and sandhill cranes, turkeys, a hawk and more right there! Very quiet and peaceful place, and Sam was very friendly and helpful. He is also very knowledgable about flora and fauna. We plan to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Great stay

We had a wonderful time and this property was beautiful! Warning, there is no TV and the internet/cell phone service was spotty at times. Neither of those things took away from our stay, would definitely recommend staying here. Sam was most helpful and available with questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Nature Immersive

Staying here was nothing short of perfect. Everything is the same in person as it is in pictures. There is a dam on the property and it provides a wonderful white noise if you leave the windows open at night. Sam was very vigilant when it came to making sure everything was set up for us. Me and my fiancé stayed in unit 3 and it was absolutely wonderful. The kitchen was fully stocked, the bathroom was very clean, and the furniture was all modern and very cozy. The only thing that was a hassle for us was our mobile service provider because on the coverage map it said we would have service, but we weren't able to connect at all! For anyone worried about bugs- we didn't find any. This property is a bird sanctuary and it is important to know this going into it because we saw wild turkeys on the road leading up to the lodge and it was quite a show. Overall, we had a wonderful time and I am definitely looking forward to staying here in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

So peaceful...

The Sanctuary Lodge allows you to be immersed in nature, with its lush natural landscape, birds everywhere you look, and the faint sounds of water from the nearby dam. The 1 bedroom apartment we stayed in was super clean, comfortable, modern and spacious - the perfect place to come back to after a day of hiking around the Huron Manistee forests or kayaking down the Au Sable River. We had a great time and hope to come back in the future.