Quaint Cabin: Beach Days & Bonfire Nights – The Ultimate Summer Escape! No Central A/C

QUAINT CABIN

SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2
* WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF A BEACH
* LAKE HURON
*SECURITY CAMERAS ON PREMISES
*NO Central A/C

Quaint Cabin, located in Oscoda, MI, offers a comfortable and modest retreat just 0.1 miles from beach access, perfect for guests looking to enjoy the beauty of the shoreline. This cozy home sleeps up to 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing a welcoming space for families or small groups. Ideal for day trips, the cabin is within a short drive of Huron-Manistee National Forests: Lumberman's Monument (24 minutes) and Largo Springs (24 minutes), making it a great base for outdoor adventures and exploring the area's natural beauty.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: No central air. You can only use 1 window unit at a time or the breaker pops. With the unpredictable air-conditioning, this is not ideal for people with health concerns.

ATV's: ATV's and snowmobiles are not permitted to be used on the property

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1- Shower, tub, sink, toilet
Bathroom 2- Shower, tub, sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming:
.1 miles from beach access!! 2 foldable beach chairs, umbrella and a dolly provided to take to the beach!

Bedroom Configurations:
Master Bedroom- Queen bed with 32" Smart TV
Bedroom 1- 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 2- 2 Twin beds

Boats: Not provided but you are welcome to bring kayaks!

Boat Launch:
Oscoda Township operates two boat launch sites:
1. Van Ettan Lake/Ken Ratliff Park: 7 minutes away (3.8 miles)
2. Foote Site Park: 13 minutes away (9.1 miles)
Daily launch slips are available for $5 and be sure to have your permit!
There is another boat launch at the mouth of the Au Sable

Cable: Not traditional cable but Wi-Fi and streaming are available

Cell Phone Service: Most major providers work well in this area

Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip coffee maker- filters, coffee, powdered cream, and sugar are provided

Distances:
Huron-Manistee National Forests Lumberman's Monument: 24 minutes (17.9 miles)
Largo Springs: 24 minutes (20.4 miles)
Detroit: 3 hours and 12 minutes (195 miles)
Chicago: 6 hours and 17 minutes (386 miles)

Dock: There is not a dock at this property

Drinking water: City water

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Not available

Fire-pit: Yes, portable firepit

Fishing:
Au Sable River: 6 minutes (2.9 miles)
Foote Pond: 16 minutes (10.1 miles)
Cooke Dam: 27 minutes (19.8 miles)
Loud Dam: 28 minutes (23.4 miles)

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Not provided

Golf: Lakewood Shores Resort 7 min (4 miles

Grill: Charcoal (please bring needed supplies)

Grocery Store:
Family Fare Supermarket: 2 minutes (1.1 miles)
Roger's Family Foods: 3 minutes (1.7 miles)

Heat: Yes, Forced air furnace

Internet: Yes, fast enough to work from location and stream

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Enough room for 2 cars

Pets: No pets allowed at this property

Privacy: There are neighbors next door

Snowmobiles: A person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designed trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends September. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Oscoda Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 0-5 miles
- Huron National Forest Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Iosco County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 10-15 miles
**Guests must trailer to trails**

Space: small, 960 sq. feet, ranch style (1-level) home. Not on the water, yet Lake Huron is just 0.1 of a mile away.

Seniors: While there are only a few steps into the cottage, it is a Ranch-style home, on 1-level. The Lake Huron beach is a short walk away. In the summer, the window units can not all run at the same time. Therefore, if you need predictable air-conditioning, this may not be the best place for you.

Televisions:
Living room- 50" TV with Roku & Blu-Ray player
Master Bedroom- 32" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Oscoda Snowmobile Trail System and nearby Huron National Forest Snowmobile Trails provide scenic routes through forests and along Lake Huron.**Must trailer to trails**
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Huron National Forest offers several trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, with beautiful winter scenery.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Lake Huron and nearby inland lakes like Van Etten Lake offer opportunities for ice fishing during the winter months.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 40-50 miles
- Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort, located about 45 miles away, offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing for winter sports enthusiasts.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-10 miles
- The Huron National Forest offers winter hiking opportunities with scenic views and peaceful trails.

Wood: Not provided