Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

East Tawas, MI

Tawas Point State Park
‪7 min drive‬
Tawas Point Lighthouse
‪9 min drive‬
Tawas City Park Beach
‪12 min drive‬
East Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Jennifer Riggs

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

East Tawas

Located in East Tawas, this cabin is on the waterfront. Tawas Point Lighthouse and Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Corsair Ski Trails.

East Tawas, MI

What's nearby

Tawas Point State Park - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
Tawas Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.6 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer, Mermaid Coast Cottages on Lake Huron located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Huron and within 3 miles (5 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Tawas Point State Park. Tawas Point Lighthouse is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

26 Aug 2024

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

Family trip

Cozy. Beds were comfortable. Owners were very helpful. The views drom the dock priceless.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

19 Aug 2024

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

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

26 July 2023

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

Enjoyed Stay

Cute cabin, enjoyed our stay close to the Tawas State Park. Owners were very responsive to questions/concerns. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Charming, rustic, cottage. Very clean. Would visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

27 Sept 2023

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

Lake Huron

Perfect little rustic cabin! Wish we could've stayed longer. Comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

9 Oct 2024

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

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.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael h.

16 Feb 2023

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

Cute place

It had all we needed. Right on the water!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L., Tucson, AZ

6 June 2022

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

Peaceful escape

Rustic with everything we needed.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisa A.

9 July 2023

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

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!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kirk E

16 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Communication

Wifi seemed like it could handle one device at a time. Other than that, it was very nice.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew P.

15 Sept 2023

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

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!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

12 Oct 2022

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

Just as listed!

Nice little cottage for a weekend of relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

24 Aug 2022

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

Tawas getaway

Perfect little cottage getaway for my family. The lake view was beautiful! The owners are helpful, friendly, and quick to respond.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesica K.

4 Aug 2022

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

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri D.

8 July 2022

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

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!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

20 June 2022

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

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!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

12 Oct 2021

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

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Riggs

My husband and purchased this property in May 2021 so we could live on Lake Huron and enjoy it with guests staying in our three cottages onsite.

Why they chose this property

This property is wooded and spacious. Other cabins and cottages in the area for rent are stacked on top of each other but our property offers room to enjoy nature. We are on the rocks with stairs down to a cute little deck and spectacular views of Lake Huron sunrises.

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English

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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