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Pontoon available on site to rent.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Lake side of house
Exterior
Sidewalk going toward the water
Available to rent (May-Sept). Max 10 people, 25 hp motor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10155.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Vaughn Lake
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
  • Place, Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

+2
2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Main level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pontoon available on site to rent.

While we lovingly refer to our home up north as "The Cabin" it is far from just a cabin. Cottage on the outside, cabin on the inside, this home has it all! LAKE, ORV trails, a stunning home, and best of all you can bring your fur babies (dogs only - $100/dog). Ramp to front porch for more accessibility. Pontoon boat (10 person, 25 hp) available to rent. This unique 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is located on Little Island Lake and is less than 0.5 miles from the ORV trails (Sand Lake ORV Trailhead). When the lake level is normal, we have a large sandy swimming area. Additionally, our cabin is located approximately 10 minutes from Corsair Trails, for hiking and groomed cross-country skiing. Only 20 minutes from Red Hawk Golf club in East Tawas. Be sure to check out Lumberman's Monument and Largo Springs in Oscoda. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this lake front home as you sit on the deck and enjoy your morning coffee. Lake side deck also has a patio table and Weber gas grill allowing you to enjoy nice summer evenings with family and friends. Little Island Lake is shallow with a sandy bottom bottom along the shore and island when water levels are normal. We have a large sandy beach and sand toys for kids. Rental includes kayak’s (2), paddle boards (2), and corn hole. Additionally, the house has air conditioning, a washer and dryer, dishwasher, kitchen aid stand mixer, pots, pans, plates, bowls, cups, silverware, blender, electric pancake griddle, electric skillet, measuring utensils and includes sheets and bath towels. We have a baby gate already up at the bottom of the stairs, a booster seat to strap onto a chair, a pack n’ play, and a step stool in the bathroom for kids. Max of 10 people (not including infants <1 year of age). There are plenty of sleeping options with 2 bedroom’s on the main level (2 with queen beds) and a large loft (2 queen bed’s, 4 twin bed’s, and a full size futon). There is also a queen size sleeper sofa in the living room. Our home is located approximately 15 minutes from Tawas/Lake Huron (beaches and parks) and is less than 3 hours from Detroit. Smart TV’s and WiFi included.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No excessive loud noise (we have neighbors and would like you to be respectful).

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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

National City

Located in National City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Corsair Ski Trails and Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club 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 Loon Lake Nature Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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National City, MI

What's nearby

  • Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Iosco County Historical Museum - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 32 min drive - 29.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cast Iron Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sand Lake Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Lane Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Northern Lights Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Place - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pontoon available on site to rent. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pontoon available on site to rent.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pontoon available on site to rent.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pontoon available on site to rent. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Vaughn Lake and Esmond Lake. Corsair Ski Trails and Welcome Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect! It was very clean and had just about anything you need. The lake was just right for the kids. They loved the boat, kayaks and paddle boards. I think the highlights for the boys were fishing off the dock and the pontoon. We all had a great time. I would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year we have stayed here. Property is super clean. Very well stocked with everything you need. All the comforts of home, love that they allow pets and rent out the pontoon. We love taking the grand kids for spins around the lake. Wonderful beach and deck! Courtney, the owner is great to work with and very responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Great place to stay!

Very clean, pleanty of beds, open layout and all in all a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Bradley weekend

Beautiful lake home and Courtney is very responsive and easy to talk to. This is our 6th year staying at her home and it has been perfect every time. We will be returning to continue to make wonderful fall family memories together at this wonderful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Met all expectations

The property was just as described and then some. The pontoon boat was a great addition to our trip. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

2nd Visit- Perfect Vacation Spot

This was our second time staying for a week in this beautiful cabin/home with everything we needed. We sat there our last day and tried to come up any suggestions to make this home more perfect and couldn’t come up with a thing. The kitchen is fully stocked, lots of beds for guests, comfortable seating indoors and plenty of seating outdoors. The new ramp and stairs off the side certainly makes it easy to get in and out with a really nice and spacious deck. Beautiful morning sunrises, plenty of nature to see- we saw many varieties of birds, ducks and even some baby raccoons. We loved the use of the pontoon boat and it was a blast catching many 12-16” bass, blue gill, sun fish and a few small perch. A nice grill for BBQing, firepit at night, an additional 1/2 bath was appreciated, and use of kayaks and paddle boards are fun for all. The owners were quick and easy to communicate with and check in and out was easy. Highly recommend!!! Thank you again for a great vacation
View from the comfortable living room
Pontoon boat on a glassy, beautiful lake
Morning sunrise
Fishing off the dock
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary P.

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

Great Cabin

We enjoyed our stay! Cottage was very clean - except for the grill - so much grease. It would have taken a long time to clean up. Feel it should be something that is kept clean for guest. Cottage was well supplied. Lake is very small and shallow and at the cottage shore line filled with "oily" black substance (dead plant material after treatment in late Aug, maybe?)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cori F., Grand Ledge MI

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

Family vacation

Our 5th year to gather together as a family at a lake, best lake and cottage ever! The kids loved being able to jump in the water and play in the sand. We rented the pontoon and though the lake is small we still had fun driving around and fished- catch and release. The upstairs loft was amazing and offers so much sleeping room. The air conditioning and the ceiling fans really kept it cool. Deck is huge and we sat out there most of the time- shade in the late afternoon. Amenities were everything we needed and washer dryer were brand new. Kitchen well stocked and large table was perfect for playing cards. Tawas was a short drive away and on the rainy days we bowled and did axe throwing. The adventurous ones rented jet skis and spent time on Lake Huron, also has a wonderful beach park there and mini golf. Only 1.5 hrs to Frankenmuth water park, another rainy day place we went. Short drive to National Park and the drive along Lake Huron is always beautiful. We will always treasure the memories we made this year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay for our golf trip. House was clean and had plenty of essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Family vacation

Everything was perfect! Courtney keeps a very well stocked home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Just as pictured

Property was beautiful and very clean. Everything was as stated. Everything you need and more. Comfortable beds with lots of sleeping options. The paddle boards and kayaks were a hit with our group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H.

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

Great lake getaway

The whole experience was great! House was better than anticipated, great layout and nice and spacious. Only complaint is the water pressure of the bathroom sink was only a trickle; all other fawcetts and the shower were fine. Rooms were great sizes and the upstairs loft was MASSIVE! Also, there were a ton of games and kid toys upstairs, along with a great selection of games and beach toys. Great for a family vacation, or friends trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, I have stayed there before. Our only concern was there’s only one full bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

anderia k.

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

Very Welcoming

The house was very clean and beautiful. Very comfortable and had everything just like living at home. The loft was unbelievable with very nice view of the sunrise! Every room was clean and inviting. The communication was easy and friendly. Thank you for having us and letting our dog enjoy himself, he got to watch a lot of wild life on and off the lake! We would book here again!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

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

Perfect updated Rental for Family

Came into town to visit family. This layout is perfect for a family. New appliances, comfortable setting. Plenty of sleeping spaces. Wish we were here during the summer to enjoy the lake, but still enjoyed the view with morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable

The cottage was very comfortable. It was stocked with everything you might need. Check in and check out was a breeze. The owner was very responsive if there was something you needed. Thank you for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randal R.

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

Perfect family setting

This is the second time we’ve had the opportunity to stay here and it was everything we remembered from 2020. Our four kids aged 7-15 had a blast and asked if we could come back next summer. Unfortunately it’s booked. As my kids would say “My bad”. My advice is book it now! Thanks for the great memories! We’ll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori C.

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

Cottage Great Water Not So Great

The house was very nice, was pretty clean in general. Washer & dryer was nice to have did lots of laundry! Tried to have all the sheets & blankets done on check out day but with early check out time wasn’t able to did leave 1 load in washer & 1 in dryer. Loft upstairs was huge could easily be 2 rooms but it worked as is for the kids & their 20 something aunt. Sandy beach was nice, water well… we go up north to swim, float, etc but the sandy bottom was covered in brownish algae? Cleared it up a bit with a lot of raking but there was also seaweed at end of dock. Lake depth is under 8 feet (yes total) didn’t see sand bottom anywhere on our pontoon rides all black. Was great having the pontoon (weekly rate great too) Lots of atv action flying up & down the street we brought a small 4 wheeler & mini bike which we only used the first weekend. The trails were a 1/2 mile away & more for larger vehicles but the kids still had fun checking it out. There is a large grassy area next to the cottage which we assumed was part of the property since the neighbors had a small fence dividing their property from it the kids did ride up it to the street & though I was right there the neighbors called the owner to complain instead of talking to me. We only used the driveway after. Nice they allow pets our shepherd enjoyed swimming and jumping off the dock. on our pontoon rides.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Perfect

We had an amazing stay in this beautiful house! Place was clean and ready to enjoy when we arrived. Water toys stored in the shed were clean and so was the boat. Kids and pup we able to swim right in front of the house. We fished off the dock and paddled out to the little island. Had a great visit. Small little internet issue, but Courtney took care of us right away! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Another wonderful stay

This is our third year staying at Iwanicki cottage. We love it here! The property is very clean and spacious. They have a high chair/booster and pack and play for the grandkids, which makes packing easier. They also have toliet paper, paper towel, napkins, a dishwasher with detergent and a washer and dryer with detergent. They go out of their way to make your stay a home away from home. The beach is fantastic, the grandkids and our dog Maggie played for hours in the sand as well as the lake. We also rent the pontoon for the week, which we love taking out for sunset cruises. We can’t say enough good things about the property and the hosts. We are looking forward to our stay next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chyan H.

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

Summer trip

Our stay was great! Pictures and description are spot on. The lake had a wonderful sandy bottom.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Perfect way to enjoy summer in MI

This property was fabulous. Great amenities. Great location. We had a fabulous week and will be back. Plus the host is fabulous and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time

Our stay was from 6/11 thru 6/17. The property was cleaned & ready. Very cute & cozy cottage. Our sons & their families came up for Father's Day weekend. All 10 of us had plenty of room. Had a great time fishing, kayaking, & riding around the lake in the pontoon boat. Youngest granddaughter had a great time playing in the sand & swimming.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuk D.

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

Family Vacation 2024

Perfect family vacation. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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Wonderful weekend & stay

The VRBO was exactly like the pictures/ post. We were lucky enough to come up with a group of friends to spend memorial weekend together on the lake and riding the ORV trails on our bikes. My boyfriend and I even got engaged this weekend which made the weekend and stay even more special. Super thankful for the awesome host and property, will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Courtney Iwanicki

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My husband, my parents and myself decided to go in together and purchase a lake house for us to spend vacation time at and as a place that others would be able to rent and enjoy.

Why they chose this property

We spent almost 2 years looking for what we consider the "perfect place". That included a cottage/cabin with minimal repairs (because who wants to spend your vacation time making repairs), being on a lake with a sandy bottom so the kids can play and being within riding distance of ORV trails. It took us a while, but we finally found what we consider to be the perfect place!!

What makes this property unique

One of the great things about this home is it's open main level floor plan. My dad is in a wheelchair and he get's around great on the main level. Hopefully this fall we will be installing ramps for the front porch and back deck!!!

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