Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!

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A room with a large window overlooking a lake, wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.
A log cabin with a steeply pitched roof, large windows, and a stone chimney.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a stone wall, a large window overlooking a lake, and a comfortable seating area.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a view of the lake.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and bar stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
Sleeps 83 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!

This gorgeous lakefront home is the perfect getaway for families and groups looking to have some fun at the lake. The beautiful backyard has lakefront access with a dock. This property offers 3 floors, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The living room is beautiful with a luxurious fireplace for guest use. The kitchen has all the appliances for cooking needed. The loft offers another bed and a TV and the unfinished basement has a ping pong table and laundry machines. A great place for a getaway!


NEIGHBORHOOD:

The neighborhood consists of lake homes, which are primarily vacation and second homes. A number of retirees live in the area. It is expected that guests will help to keep the neighborhood pleasantly quiet and peaceful. The home is only a 10-minute drive from downtown Oscoda.

The entire area is famous for fishing, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, and nature viewing and there are a number of different places in the area for these activities. There are also several places in the area that rent out boats, kayaks, and paddleboards for fun on the water if you don't have your own watercraft.


ACCESS:

Guests have access to the entire property excluding the garage and boat on the dock.


SPACE:

This beautiful home offers three floors, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The two bedrooms downstairs have queen size beds a closet and ceiling fan and the upstairs bedrooms has a queen size bed, a stand-up fan and access to the upstairs bathroom. There is a full bathroom downstairs with a shower and a full bathroom upstairs with a jetted bathtub. The living room is comfy and spacious with a great and extravagant fireplace for guest use. There is a dining area that seats six and a fully functional kitchen with a coffeemaker and popcorn maker. The upstairs loft offers a full size bed and a TV along with a portable fan. The unfinished basement offers a ping pong table, a loveseat, a couch, and the washer and dryer.

Moving outside there is a firepit in the front yard and Van Etten lake in the backyard. Van Etten Lake is great for swimming, kayaking or whatever other water recreational activities you'd want to do. There is also a dock but the boat on it is not for guest use.


TRANSIT:

It is highly recommended that guests have their own vehicle.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) NO SMOKING: NO smoking within the building.

2) CAPACITY: No more than 8 guests in total.

3) PET POLICY: Pets are not permitted at the property.

4) INDOOR FIREPLACE: The indoor fireplace is available for use by guests.

5) GARAGE: Guest use of the garage is prohibited.

6) BOAT: Guest use of the boat is prohibited.

7) NO AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside.

8) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct.

9) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not.

10) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4673116vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Oscoda

Located in Oscoda, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course and Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes 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.
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Oscoda, MI

What's nearby

  • Van Etten Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 37 min drive - 44.7 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Collar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Edelweiss Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun! on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$922, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Cove - Beauty on the Lake for Family-Friendly Fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Van Etten Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course and Au Sable River. Lake Huron and Cedar Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable cabin on Vanetten Lake with gorgeous lake views. Everything was as described in the photos and property amenities. Close to so many destinations and activities: Oscoda beach, AuSable River canoeing, Old Orchard Park, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thanks, Judy! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciated the sleeping accommodations! Our host was very friendly and professional! Hoping to book again very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Thanks, Kenneth! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised and premier host for good reason. Will be back again, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thanks, Todd! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleased about the A/C!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2026
Thanks, Jordan! We appreciate the review and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Apryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing home! Fully equipped for everything you need with plenty of space to relax. The view of the lake was breath taking. The response with any questions was so fast and friendly. I can't wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thanks, Apryl! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)
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10/10 Excellent

SheetalK

A Perfect Lakeside Retreat!

Our stay at the Lakeside Wooden Vacation Home was nothing short of magical. Nestled beside a serene lake and surrounded by nature, this charming wooden home offers the perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and rustic elegance. Waking up to breathtaking lake views, the sound of birds singing, and the fresh morning breeze was an unforgettable experience. The home itself is beautifully maintained, warm, cozy, and thoughtfully designed with every amenity needed for a relaxing getaway. The wooden interiors create a welcoming atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. Highly recommended! We left with beautiful memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric and Kathy were wonderful hosts very flexible and always available. House was beautiful and very clean. We will definitely be back to enjoy the beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thanks, Kelli! We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again! Best wishes and God bless! :-)

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