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3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake

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A lakeside property with a dock, a swimming pool, and several houses with string lights.
A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a bench, a chandelier, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a view of a lake through large sliding glass doors.
A child standing in a water feature with a wooden deck and a slide in the background.
A dock extending into a murky body of water with houses and trees in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Oscoda, MI
  • Place, Van Etten Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom #1 Main Lodge

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 Main Lodge

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Hilltop House Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Hilltop House Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Hilltop House Living Room Futon

2 Single Beds

Lakefront House Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Lakefront House Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Lakefront House Living Room Common Space

1 Child Bed

Main Lodge Living Room Common Space

1 Double Murphy Bed

3 bathrooms

Hilltop House Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Lakefront House Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main Lodge Bathroom #1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Lodge Bathroom #2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake

1.6-acre property situated on 200 feet of private frontage on the northmost tip of Van Etten Lake. The property contains three spacious homes plus a fourth house converted to a game room. When you book you are booking the entire property, all three homes and game room. The accommodations include a Main Lodge (1700 sq. ft.) with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The second, Hill Top House, (940 sq. ft.) has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The third home, the Lake Front House (940 sq. ft.) contains 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, all with excellent views of the water. All three homes are equipped with full kitchens, dishwashers, washers and dryers. Enjoy your own private house while vacationing with extended family or friends. Perfect for multiple families, private enough to be with your immediate family while sharing a great time with friends and/or extended guests. The game room includes dual TVs for video games, television, or movies (bring your own gaming system to plug and play your favorite). Additionally, we have included a pool table, foosball table, darts, and plenty of board games or card games. The outdoor space in the center of the property is perfect for campfires, games, relaxing, playing on the swing set, or just enjoying the stunning view of the lake. The property is fenced and contains a steel sea wall. The home provides a 60 ft. dock capable of handling multiple boats. Enjoy the included canoe, kayaks, and paddle boards. The owners continue to seek out and add amenities, check back often for additional features. Many outdoor and indoor games provided.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2439288vb
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

About the area

Oscoda

Located in Oscoda, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course and Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course 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 Harrisville State Park. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Oscoda, MI

What's nearby

  • Van Etten Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • beach near Oscoda Beach Park - 16 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 17 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 43 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Collar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Edelweiss Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪AuSable Inn - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 Full Homes & Game Room-Waterfront Private Retreat on 200 ft. of Van Etten Lake located?

This family-friendly Oscoda holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Van Etten Lake and Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course. Cedar Lake and Huron-Manistee National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a big family to enjoy time at the lake. Plenty of sleeping arrangements, and the multiple kitchens, baths, and laundry amenities are excellent. Large table in the main house is ideal for family dining. Overall, great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the houses were stocked with everything you need- we way over-prepared! Owners got in touch with us quickly when we had questions. Everything was very upscale compared to other places we stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. My husband and I along with 3 grown kids and spouses and 8 grandchildren all stayed and there was lots of room. Main house big enough for all to gather for meals. The kids all had so much fun in the lake and fishing. The deck was a great space too for over looking the lake. Fires every night too. All in all a great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very well maintained, and well stocked with thoughtful extras. The kayaks, canoe, and stand-up paddle boards were enjoyed very much by all! We appreciated the owners’ timely response to us. Our family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, all around!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Retreat

Wonderful accommodation that worked great for my kids and grandkids. The kids had plenty to do from little girl toys to big boy canoes…making fond family memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oscoda, MI stay

Property was excellent! The 3 homes gave us room to accommodate our family and the separate game room was a hit! The fire pit and seating area was perfect and being right there on the lake with the paddle boat, canoe, kayaks, and paddle boards was fantastic! The homes were clean and the neighborhood was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful property. Plenty of room for kids and grandkids. Lake equipment and outdoor areas were a big hit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property on the lake.

We had a small family reunion and this was the perfect place to have it. Lots of stuff to keep the kids busy. Hope to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely stunning property

All I can say is this place is just like a private resort! Clean beautifully set up and everything you need is there! Can’t wait to stay here again. Also the host is a amazing person that is very responsive and will do anything they can to help out!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

It was amazing, the grandkids and adults had a great time. Lots of hours spent in the water and the swingset
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

We have a memorial weekend tradition, and now this is our new one! All of our friends loved this property. The location is amazing! So family oriented. Looks like we’ll be back every year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

Accommodations were perfect. Setting was amazing. Everything we needed was there. Very easy check in and check out. Communication terrific. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

We had a great time at this place. The house's were very clean and updated with plenty of room for big groups. We had age's raging from 5 month old to 88 years old. I would highly recommend this property. We are already talking about booking our next family trip at this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Get Away

We could not have enjoyed our stay more. The pictures do not do the property justice. We had kids from 8 months to 14 years old and everyone enjoyed their time, kayaking, paddle boarding, playing corn hole and badminton etc. Home was clean with everything you needed for an enjoyable stay. Can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. There were no surprises. All the places were clean and well stocked. It was private with the large property. The outside furniture was great as was the fire pit area with lights. We had a boat and the kids enjoyed tubing, skiing, swimming. We also got some nice fish! We plan on returning next year. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation spot

We have stayed at a lot of VRBO properties and overall this was the best one yet. The property is very comfortable and well equipped with everything needed to make your stay enjoyable. Communication with the owners was outstanding and the layout of the property with the outdoor gathering and play areas, lake front, and 3 cottages was great. The larger main home allowed for family meals and get togethers while the other cottages provided areas to retreat when needed, especially helpful for kids nap time. The lake is beautiful and nearby beaches and hiking over a great vacation spot. Friends stayed here with their family in 2022 and highly recommended it...we are so glad they did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

We really enjoyed this resort. All the cottages were beautiful. Plenty of yard room for everyone to do things. We loved the outdoor furniture on the main house deck and around the fire pit. The 2 bedrooms in the main house are a little small but the rest of the house was very large. There isn’t a beach area for the kids to play in the water but they finally got in about the 3rd day and had lots of fun. Overall a fun place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Everything was accurately stated. Property was very clean and comfortable. GPS didn’t always work glad we downloaded maps. Flying insects were plentiful but we had some fly traps and tiki torches so that we could enjoy the deck. Neighbors dogs came to visit. We tried to discourage them because of the little ones. Neighbors could be heard but not really seen. Alll in all we had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

This home worked out amazingly for our group of 18, composed of 4 families, plus our mom. This rental has three fully stocked houses, plus a game room with a pool table, foosball table, tvs. Absolutely everything needed was thoughtfully provided, from outdoor games, indoor activities, water toys, crockpots, kitchenware, extension cords…. We’re planning on returning next year, and other than clothes and bathroom items, there’s very little other things we needed. Holly provided laundry tabs, garbage bags, soap…. All those little things really showed the care put into this place. We had a great time, and couldn’t have had a better week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Our family of 15 loved this lake stay! The weather was perfect other than an evening of summer storms. We spent many hours on the lake using the SUPs, kayaks, and canoe that came with the rental, along with our personal SUPs. We visited the Lumbermen's Monument, Tawas Point and Lake Huron. It was a "Pure Michigan" kind of week! The listing was exactly as promised. The homes were just right for our family of 15 - ages ranging from 8-55. All of the cupboards were clearly marked, fully stocked kitchen, and plenty of soap, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, etc... the owners really thought of everything! We hope to have another family vacation here in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely one of our favorite places now!

We received very clear instructions on how to check in. It was a breeze! Plenty of space for our family of 7 to stay. We had two friends join us for the last two days. Everything was very clean and organized! They have everything you need to just walk right in. We found a few quaint restaurants with really good food. The beach was a short drive away, just beautiful! My husband and the boys fished several times a day. They caught perch, several bass, pike and a patch worthy blue gill! They had a blast! The fire pit area was a hit, and a great place to hang out together in the evening. We will definitely book again! I've stayed at many VRBO places over the years and I can't find one negative thing to say about this one! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for our annual family vacation

We booked this rental for our annual family vacation. The homes are exactly as listed. The main house was perfect when we all wanted to congregate together-dinners and evenings to watch TV or play games. The beautiful game room, playground and outdoor games were a hit too. Having three refrigerators was a definite plus; no need to worry about how to keep all of our food and drinks cold. All homes are well stocked and cabinets and drawers are labeled making it easy to find dishes, silverware, pots, pans etc. We rented a pontoon from Sunny Bunns for one of our days, everyone enjoyed being out on the lake. We also went in the lake off the property. It’s easy access off the seawall. The adults floated on rafts and the grandkids enjoyed playing in the water. A couple family members used the paddleboard as well. Two days we drove to Oscoda Beach, which was a quick 10 minute drive. Everyone enjoyed swimming in Lake Huron plus playing in the sand. The guys all enjoy golfing and the courses were no more than 10 minutes away. This property checked off all of the boxes for us and should we pick the Oscoda area for another trip we will definitely choose it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was in honor of my mother’s 90th birthday. So we had from 2 years old to 90 and there was something for everyone!!! The property was very beautiful and well stocked. If what you need isn’t there, you don’t need it!!! Strong WiFi throughout the grounds, but pretty easy to “unplug”. The teens really enjoyed the game room, and when the adults needed it at night it was fantastic. Owner was very friendly and attentive to a few questions we had. The stocked firewood pile was great for the “morning fire” we enjoyed daily. Would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a vacation to relax. Oscoda isn’t Traverse City, so if you need to have things to do on the daily it might not be the place for you. Thank you so much for sharing your property with us, my family loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough great things about this rental! Having three separate houses on one property was absolutely perfect for our extended family. We had everyone from a 7-month-old baby to a 70-year-old grandparent, and there truly was something for every age.The hosts have thought of every detail. From providing laundry pods to labeling the kitchen cabinets, everything was organized and easy to find. Each house was stocked with toys for different age groups and included its own kitchen, washer and dryer, linens, towels, and thoughtfully arranged bedroom setups to accommodate a variety of family needs.The property itself was amazing. The kids loved the playground and game room, and the provided kayaks, canoe, and life jackets made spending time on the lake effortless and fun.The hosts were incredibly organized, responsive, and quick to answer any questions we had. On top of all that, the location was fantastic—close to the beach, grocery stores, and everything else we needed.This was one of the best vacation rentals we've ever stayed in. I could go on and on, but I'll leave you with this: rent this place—you won't regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Holly A Schienke

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I am a Registered Nurse, and my husband Tim is a Mechanical Engineer. We have four beautiful children ages 2,11, 13, and 15. We bought this home to make memories that will last a lifetime with our children. My mother and several uncles also have homes on this lake making it a great family getaway. It has been a dream come true.

Why they chose this property

This property is a second vacation rental for us. We have another property in Bellaire Michigan that we rent out which has been very successful for us. We have family on Van Etten Lake. We bought this home to watch our 4 children grow up and make memories for them to enjoy for a lifetime, while spending more time with their grandparents and other family on the Lake. We hope you will share those same memories with your friends and family.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefit of this home is the large private fenced in location with multiple homes. The spacious yard with 200 feet of lake frontage allows plenty of room and privacy for you and your family/friends. Traveling with extended family or friends can be challenging when staying in one house. This allows the opportunity spread out and enjoy a vacation while having your own space to get away to. It is truly a unique experience.
The home offers expansive views of the lake and overlooks Loud island. The property is well shaded and has ample room for activities and games outside without disturbing the neighbors. You can often see eagles flying on this end of the lake, as well as geese, ducks, and swans.
This property is located close to amazing beaches on Lake Huron as well as close proximity to the Ausable River. It is also extremely close to Wurtsmith Airforce base, if you are lucky you may be able to

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