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Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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East Tawas, MI
  • Place, Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Dewey Durant Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Ideal getaway for nature lovers!

The Sanctuary Lodge is located on Silver Creek in Wilber Township, Michigan, just outside of Tawas City/East Tawas. Situated in an idyllic setting on a large pond, with sweeping grounds and surrounding nature. It is the ideal getaway for nature lovers.

The Lodge is a newly converted three-unit building with accommodations from one or two to up to six, depending upon the unit. Each unit is self-contained. All units share a common entrance with separate, dedicated access to each unit. This one, Unit 1 has its own entrance, two bedrooms, and a queen-size sleeper sofa for an optional fee.

If you are interested in renting the whole house or Unit 2 or Unit 3, please follow the links to whole house https://www.vrbo.com/pe/321.1998894.2563411/ds, Unit 2, or Unit 3.

Nearby attractions include Tawas Bay on Lake Huron—including both Tawas City and East Tawas, Tawas Point State Park, and Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area, The Au Sable River, and Lumberman's Monument in Huron-Manistee National Forest.

Visit us at www.sanctuarylodging.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/The-Sanctuary-Lodge-101973724869494

[Northeastern Michigan, Northern Lower Peninsula, Iosco County, Saginaw Bay, Sunrise Coast]
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Huron-Manistee National Forest. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, patio, and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 15 minutes by car from Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Under supervision of adults

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Ideal Get away for Nature Lovers!
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Ideal getaway for nature lovers! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Sanctuary is a magical place carved into nature where for a short time the weary traveler can rest their body and their soul. The deer, beavers, swans and cranes were excellent hosts. The cabin is spacious, comfortable and well furnished. The human hosts are also gracious and welcoming. I've stayed there twice and hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Place!

Perfect stop for 3 of us with boats and trucks. Secluded, clean, updated…would absolutely book again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO we have stayed in

My mother (73) and my partner and I stayed here while visiting family in the area. I must say we have travelled quite a bit using house shares in our travels…. And this by far was the best we have ever stayed in. Not only were the accommodations excellent, the host was kind, informative and sharing of his unique space and surrounding land. It truly is a nature sanctuary and thru some emotionally high stress travel… this place was a welcomed refuge. As well it was very senior friendly which is a plus for us when traveling with our older parents. We all commented on how refreshed we felt after our stay. Although sad we had to leave, we are grateful we had the opportunity to experience a unique slice of Michigan and will look forward to returning when we come that direction again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway location

We booked this gem for a last minute getaway for our family before taking our oldest to college. This is a secluded spot not far from town with amazing scenery, birds, wildlife. The night sky viewing is spectacular. Clean, comfortable rooms and space for our family of four. The kitchen is thoughtfully appointed. If you forgot something, the extremely gracious host has already provided it. If you’re looking to get away from it all to spend time in nature, look no further. Short drive to Tawas Bay, Lake Huron, and the Au Sable River.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021