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#5-The Lazy Fish

Travelers wake up to the gentle sound of Lake Huron's waves lapping against sandy shores in this cozy beachfront cabin perfect for quality time

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Lake Huron views greet guests each morning at #5-The Lazy Fish. The cabin offers a private grill with picnic table for outdoor meals. Inside, a futon converts to an extra bed. The kitchenette is equipped with a coffee maker and toaster for simple meal preparation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

Oscoda is home to this resort. Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course and Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park. Visit our Oscoda travel guide
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Au Sable Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Point State Park
    Tawas Point State Park
    22 min drive - 25.2 km
  • beach near Rollin Hill Court
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course
    16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course
    22 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Blue Collar
    7 min drive
  • Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Mancino's Featuring Rob's BBQ & RDSJ Catering
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Hilltop Saloon
    6 min drive

About this property

#5-The Lazy Fish

Resort near Lake Huron
#5-The Lazy Fish provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • Barbecues and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at #5-The Lazy Fish offer amenities, such as Internet access.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Outdoor lighting, kitchens and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit 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

Frequently asked questions

Is #5-The Lazy Fish pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at #5-The Lazy Fish?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at #5-The Lazy Fish?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #5-The Lazy Fish?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #5-The Lazy Fish located?

Situated in Oscoda, this resort is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Huron. Au Sable River is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Reviews

#5-The Lazy Fish Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

shari T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute peace!! It is my second stay at the lazy fish and after traveling all over the globe—it’s the peaceful view and quiet time with the beach right out the front door cabin that I want to return to!!! Crazy to say but this little place takes first for simplicity and rest!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Great beach

Very good time had by all. Nice room. Great beach area. Cool neighbors. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Anniversary trip

Love the cabin. It had everything we needed to stay there just had to bring our groceries. Love the sunrise and the beach. Can’t wait to go again this summer with my grandkids. Thanks so much for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rayven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect way to end a busy week and holiday. Peaceful. Quiet. Perfect for a romantic weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

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

Best Little Beach in Oscoda!

I love The Lazy Fish! The cabins are well set up and the view is perfect! There's a beach firepit for chilly nights, and plenty of beach chairs for enjoying the sun. Tim and Nancy are super easy to communicate with. This was my 2nd stay, and it will be my annual Oscoda destination.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Beautiful view

Was very hot our stay, but the breeze being right on the water made it perfect. Our lab had so much fun swimming. Beautiful sandy beach. Clean, cute and perfect for the 3 of us. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby L.

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

Perfect Beachside Getaway for One (and a Pup!)

I enjoyed a peaceful weekend at The Lazy Fish, a quaint studio right on the water. The cabin was perfect for a solo traveler and my dog. The owner was welcoming and easily reachable, adding to the comfort of my stay. The private grill and shared firepit were great for enjoying the outdoors. There was plenty to explore in and around town. Ideal for anyone seeking a simple lakeside escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

Didn’t want to leave

This is my third year in a row staying in the same same cabin number 5, it was me and my son and my dog. I always enjoy staying there. I love the beach and number five cabin perfect size for us. We will definitely be back next year. I don’t ever wanna leave when it’s time to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Rest and relaxation

The owners are very friendly and our in the process of fixing up the cabins. The cabins are older, but nice. The View of the water is breath taking. You can't any closer to the water from your cabin. We had our dog Angel she loved it. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach front and stay

My family really loved the view, the beach and the firepit. Plus, we were able to take our furbabies. Location was beautiful and easy to get to the pier and hiking trails. We booked 3 cabins so it worked out well for our family. Just one point, the cleaning person should put out fresh mats in the bathroom and do a quick mop. I know the sand is inevitable and hard to keep out but that would have been a plus. We would go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location overall

We began our trip with a hiccup, but the owners were able to quickly solve the issue. All communication with the owners was very easy and quick. The cabin was how described and was clean and stocked with most needed items including towels, tp, paper towel, towels for kitchen, and some basic kitchen items. Having a couple more cooking items (pots and pans) would be a helpful addition. It was great to have a place that was family and pet friendly. The beach access was a huge plus for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanket K.

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

Nice cabin. Little inconvenience from passive smoking

We love this place and this was our second time staying in lazy fish resort. Tim and Nancy are very nice and welcoming. Quick to reply to messages. We had to endure one inconvenience during this trip. Although smoking is not allowed in the cabin, we had neighbors on both sides who would smoke a lot on the deck and we had to endure that smell in our cabin as we had the windows open to keep cabin cool. Thankfully we checked out the next morning so didn't have to reach out to the hosts to address the situation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T A.

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

quiet and beautiful

I was shocked that there was no air conditioning, and knew ahead of time it was dog friendly. Both of those issues turned out ok. We did buy another fan. I do feel this needs to be in the description for those that need a respite from the heat. I also think it is wonderful for those that want to take their pets. I will probably choose a non-pet place next time which I am sure is much more expensive. I am glad there are places like this for all families if they choose, on a lower budget, and the beach and pets. In that, it was overall wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina J.

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

Beautiful beaches, clean cabin

Opens up to the gorgeous beach! The cabin was very, very clean although nothing fancy. The outside looks pretty rough and the windows need to be replaced badly. But the space itself was well kept otherwise. Kitchenette was just what was needed, towels and linens were clean, cozy, and well stocked. Absolutely perfect for our dogs to be able to enjoy the beach with us. I would think of it almost as "glamping" right on the beach. Shower was great, nice water pressure and stayed hot! The kayaks were fun to play around with, and the deck is a nice size. Although the cabins are connected we didn't hear our neighbors and never felt crowded. The beach is "all yours" which definitely beats trying to squeeze onto a public beach. My dogs are going to sleep for days to hry had so much fun running around and swimming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

sharon S.

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

Nice

The first 2 nites were wonderful, everyone adored our dogs. They played with a puppy on the beach. The girls down from us, wanted to babysit the dogs. We enjoyed a bonfire, with the neighbor next to us. The 3rd day a family came into a cabin next to us. He decided he didnt want anything to do with my dogs. By 7pm that nite he called the owner. Then the owner called me during supper. I didnt have Thor on a leash. My bad. I was basically no longer welcome. I text the owner told him i would be gone In The morning. I wanted my money back for the nite and day i wasn't there. He said ok and thank you. I never recevied my money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the best time right on the beach and enjoying the sunshine with my wife would say again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, beautiful beach and location, reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tetyana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time coming here with our family and dogs, and we absolutely love it. The cabins are nice and the direct access to the beach with miles of sandy shores can’t be beat. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Nice, Relaxing Stay!!

Miami Beach Resort was clean, relaxing and equipped with every ammenity needed for an enjoyable stay! Our host, Nancy was in communication and available if needed. Will definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley L.

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

Beautiful Beach

Perfect location, perfect cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Getaway

We enjoyed every single moment of our stay. We will definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Wonderful getaway

Was an amazing view and stay. Property owners are so polite and even checked up on us. I plan on taking my whole family back here!! Sunrises are breath taking!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Great getaway

This spot is great for a long weekend getaway if you’re looking to enjoy a Michigan beach. It’s right on the water with great views and kayak access. Quiet area but still close enough for a short drive to little towns if you want to go out to eat or walk around. Hosts were very friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria F.

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

Great Place to Stay

My husband and I stayed here before and came back because we enjoyed it so much. We love waking up in the morning and looking out at the water while having our coffee. It doesn’t get any better than this. Tim and Nancy are great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina S.

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

Cozy and Scenic

Very Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023