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(White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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On the beach, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Crescent State Park
  • Place, Tawas Point Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

East Tawas

Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Huron, this cottage is within a 15-minute stroll of Tawas Point State Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Tawas Point State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Iosco County Historical Museum - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 38 min drive - 23.4 miles
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 43 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mango's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

(White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK

Timberlane Resorts in East Tawas

Fully furnished cottage! A great way to experience Tawas Bay right on the water with sailing, kite boarding, fishing and beautiful sunsets! There is Full service Marina right next door with Jet Ski, Pontoon, and Kayak rentals! All resort renters receive 10% off watercraft rentals at the Marina after booking! Also offered is a Kiteboarding shop also next door offering rentals and lessons!

4 Bedroom
2 Twins, 2 Queens, 1 King, 3 Queen Sleeper Sofas
3 Bathroom

Natural Gas Heat/Air Conditioning, Fireplace, Dishwasher

White House Beach Access:

The White House Cabin can be seen in the yellow circled area on the map image attached in Photos. This cabin has access to both of our red starred beaches, the blue circle indicates our other cabin locations. Please note that a portion of the black shaded area, although sandy and leading to the beach, is occupied currently by some docks and large equipment from the neighboring Marina.

Please review our rental agreement when booking for all the information for booking.

Refundable Damage/Cleaning Security deposit will be refunded after departure as long as guidelines in our rental agreement are followed.

* Please note this cabin allows a maximum of 2 dogs. The Pet fee when pet is selected charges for only 1 pet. Please let us know if you will be bringing more than one pet, up to 2 pets is allowed for a $15.00 fee/pet/night. This extra fee will be added upon request before or after booking.

PARKING:
- 3 parking spots
- Please contact us if you plan to have more vehicles to discuss extra vehicle parking
- Please ensure that your vehicle(s) are parked at the cabin you are staying at, and be kind to not park in front of another cabin's view of the beach/water if possible.
- REMEMBER: Our Cabins are on the beach, and some areas of our lot are sandy and can sometimes make it difficult for small or lower cars to park in some locations. If you have any concerns or difficulty upon arrival, please contact us for assistance.

VRBO CANCELLATION POLICY: (will be honored for all VRBO Bookings)

BOOKINGS - DAY AFTER LABOR DAY, UP TO AND INCLUDING FATHER'S DAY:

Refunds (less a $25 cancellation fee per cabin) are only able to be issued in the case that the cabin can be rebooked for the duration of your cancelled reservation.
You will be held financially responsible for 100% of your reservation if you cancel at any time.

BOOKINGS FOR SUMMER - DAY AFTER FATHER'S DAY, UP TO AND INCLUDING LABOR DAY:*

Refunds (less a $25 cancellation fee per cabin) are only guaranteed to be issued if the cancellation is made before February 1st (of your reservation year).
You will be held financially responsible for 100% of your reservation if you cancel after Feb 1st (of your reservation year).

We have multiple rentals on this property and in the close vicinity: (all with access to our beach)
Oak: 1937768
White House: 1983688
Fir: 1985001 (Make sure to choose the “Fir” Option in the drop down)
Elm: 1992368
Hickory: 1984347
Aspen: 1983615
Depine: 1991270
Cedar(No Pets): 1984974 (Make sure to choose the “Cedar” Option in the drop down)
Birch: 1985016 (Make sure to choose the “Birch” Option in the drop down)
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Stretch out in the jetted tub. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $15/pet/night Contact >1 pet Extra Fee to be Added

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties and weddings
Management approval needed for more than 12 people

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Management approval needed for more than 12 people
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.
  • Note from host: Management approval needed for more than 12 people
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage Pets OK
(White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage Pets OK

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cottage?

This cottage in East Tawas is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park. You'll also find Tawas Point Lighthouse and Huron-Manistee National Forest within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at (White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront cottage include a fireplace and a jetted bathtub in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.

Are there hot tubs at (White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK?

No, but all accommodations at this cottage have jetted bathtubs.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at (White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK?

Yes, every accommodation at (White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.

Reviews

(White House Cabin) Serene Lakefront 4 Bedroom Cottage - Pets OK Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything and it is perfect for big families
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a very old house that has been very nicely renovated on the inside with very excellent fixtures and decor. The inside is quite large and would be perfect for a large group. All bathrooms are on the main floor; no bathroom on the second level. The cleanliness was outstanding. The exterior of the house looks ramshackle. We weren’t sure it was the correct house. No address numbers or name posted and so so diskempt. The house is badly in need of renovation on the outside, including badly overgrown shrubbery, rotting steps and deck, and mostly sand for a yard, not the grass shown in the photos. The house is not “serene” as described. It is encircled by Jerry’s Marina and sits right on the edge of the marina parking lot. Each morning trucks pulled in and parked right next to the bedroom windows. So loud. Our view from the other side of the house out the dining room windows was old docks stacked high into the air and covered at least a block of the lot. The view from the front of the house was toward Lake Huron but you couldn’t really see it. There is a small body of water directly in front of the house where the marina parks their pontoon and other boat rentals as well as wave runners which are pulled up onto the lot. The shrubbery also blocks a lot of the view. The marina, however, is convenient for ice, snacks, firewood and ice cream as their store is only a few feet away. There is no laundry in the house although posted. Good location so close to state park and town.
View from dining room
View to Lake Huron
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lakeside getaway

We stayed at The Whitehouse and had a wonderful time. It was still early in the season so we didn't have to contend with traffic or lots of tourists. We had the marina to ourselves and enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion Thanksgiving in Tawas

Wonderful time by all. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denise M.,

Liked: Cleanliness

October in Tawas

House was nice. Good bathrooms. We wish the king sized bed was in one of the first floor bedrooms. We loved being that close to the park! The dog friendly beach was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Lots of room

Large house! Could use a few updates inside and out. Overallvery nice stay.a very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Senior partners

Our stay was very enjoyable and the place had a beautiful view of the sunset. We were very pleased with everything at the house and all of the beautiful antiques and stuff in the house. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Already looking to book for next year

This is one of the best properties we’ve ever stayed at! It was great for our large group and had everything we needed. We could walk out of the front door and go fishing and swimming whenever the kiddos wanted. Overall just a really great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Antoinette A.

Nice House Inside, Tons of Room

The inside of the house was nice with plenty of room for me and my three adult children to spread out and we enjoyed our stay.....inside! However the outside of the house was less than desirable. The shrubs were overgrown over the side porch and on the lake side obscuring the view of the lake from the deck. We were very conscientious about picking up after our dog, however, the backyard was covered with goose droppings. Although we had hoped to enjoy time at the beach, unfortunately (or fortunately) the weather didn't cooperate. We were forewarned about the marina equipment occupying part of the sandy path to the beach but we were surprised to see big tractors on the beach and directly in front of the house working on the rickety dock. I chose this house for the "serene lakefront" location but it felt a bit like we in a construction site. Needless to say we spend most of our time in the house or in town, but overall we enjoyed our time inside the very comfortable house. I'm sure when the marina construction is done and the yard is given some TLC it will be beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Trisha L., Royal Oak, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Stay

We had a wonderful visit to East Tawas. The physical location of this house is great - walkable to Tawas Point Park and a quick drive into town. The VRBO property's yard was unkept; the shrubs were overcrowding the front porch and the grass that you had to walk thru to get to the lakeside entrance was quite tall. As stated in the listing, this propery is nextdoor to a marina, but it appears to share the property with the marina - there was a lot of marina equipment in piles on both sides of the property. Once you get past all that tho, the view of the bay is quite beautiful and we did get a huge flock of geese each night that came to visit the yard, which was incredible to watch. Inside the house is clean, and cared for. The bedrooms were large and the beds were comfortable. There were plenty of towels provided, and the kitchen supplies were adequate. There were no food staples - salt, pepper, cooking oil, etc at the property, and the outdoor grill grates were pretty rusty looking, so plan accordingly if you will be cooking. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay near Tawas point state park

Great sized house for our group of 6 and suited our needs of being close to tawas state park for the birding very well! I gave 4 stars on check in and communication because we had a hard time getting into the house and I couldn’t get ahold of anyone for some time but once we got in, was all smooth sailing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

So spacious! Girl's weekend

The house was great. So much space and beautiful setting. Was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy S.

Family vacation

Yard, "beach" not good! House was very nice. Location was near State Park and nice streets to walk to was good. Near downtown Tawas a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Loved it very big and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D., Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful sunsets

Lovely cabin that roomily fit all eight adults. We used the small dining table for a jigsaw puzzle area and all ate at the larger dining room table. Location is walkable to the state park and lighthouse. We rented kayaks from the marine shop next door. Comfortable beds and clean bathrooms. Kitchen has dishes and most basics but could use a baking sheet or two. We brought our own crockpot. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the house!

The house is BEAUTIFUL, clean and had everything that it stated it would have provided! We will definitely be thinking about making another trip to Michigan and will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed our stay

Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming interior

This house is exactly what we needed for a nice winter weekend getaway. Thinking about renting this house during the summer. There is a lot more square footage in this house than I expected. Very spacious. Seems like it would be a great house to use with a boat during the summer time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of heaven

The perfect location on Tawas Bay. Great beach. House has just about everything you need to cook. Beds are very comfy. Host is wonderful to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need for a fantastic vacation

This property met all of our needs for our family vacation! The property was well maintained and clean. Everything we needed to prepare meals was available. There was adequate lawn space for games and the beach area was really nice. The location is ideal, close to downtown but also great for walks to the lighthouse!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend in East Tawas

We love the spaciousness of the house. There is plenty of room for those that want to watch movies, playing games, puzzles, and a big dining room table. The weather was too cold to be outside but there’s a deck and two picnic tables, that we hope to take advantage of next year. We will go a little bit later in the year. The only downside is the marina is on both sides of the house. But it is not overly loud while we were there. It’s very convenient for those who would like to rent a pontoon or JetSki’s.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Away

The GPS took us to the wrong address but we were able to find it with the map. Everything worked out as the instruction outlined. The 4 BR 3 Ba home was perfect for our group. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. The Smart TV allowed us to sign in and stream our choice of movies. Lots of table space to gather for meals and a wonderful view of the bay from the back room. Our Family Thanksgiving get away workeded out great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

I rented this house with my husband, sister, and parents for a long weekend getaway. It was a perfect house to rent for us and we were all pleased with the accommodations. The house was clean and organized. The Kitchen was well stocked for our cooking needs, there was plenty of space to eat and relax both in and outside. The bedrooms were set up nice and had lots of room. The beds were comfortable and a great touch is a fuzzy/comfort blanket at the bottom of each bed. It is in an unusual location being on the marina property, but we had plenty of privacy. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The place is Beautiful and very clean.. Host Terri is awesome.... Breathtaking Sunset. Great Place for Family Bonding. We will back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021