Title: Ideal getaway for nature lovers! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ideal getaway for nature lovers! Vacation home in East Tawas with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55254200/55254200/2e2da150.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55254200/55254200/013cddee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55254200/55254200/f5088383.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55254200/55254200/54801518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55254200/55254200/7cbe5184.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away on Silver Creek, The Sanctuary Lodge offers a serene escape amidst nature. Enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings and nearby attractions like Tawas Bay on Lake Huron, Tawas Point State Park, and Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ideal getaway for nature lovers! The Sanctuary Lodge is located on Silver Creek in Wilber Township, Michigan, just outside of Tawas City/East Tawas. Situated in an idyllic setting on a large pond, with sweeping grounds and surrounding nature. It is the ideal getaway for nature lovers. The Lodge is a newly converted three-unit building with accommodations from one or two to up to six, depending upon the unit. Each unit is self-contained. All units share a common entrance with separate, dedicated access to each unit. This one, Unit 1 has its own entrance, two bedrooms, and a queen-size sleeper sofa for an optional fee. If you are interested in renting the whole house or Unit 2 or Unit 3, please follow the links to whole house https://www.vrbo.com/pe/321.1998894.2563411/ds, Unit 2, or Unit 3. Nearby attractions include Tawas Bay on Lake Huron—including both Tawas City and East Tawas, Tawas Point State Park, and Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area, The Au Sable River, and Lumberman's Monument in Huron-Manistee National Forest. Visit us at www.sanctuarylodging.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/The-Sanctuary-Lodge-101973724869494 \[Northeastern Michigan, Northern Lower Peninsula, Iosco County, Saginaw Bay, Sunrise Coast\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976200/105976180/39a20e76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Public beach, coffee bar, popcorn bar, painting, pet’s OK with fee, games, bikes Tawas City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 13 reviews CA $107 CA $250 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=105976180&PinnedHotelID=105976180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103940000/103938100/103938095/cc4c2e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin in Oscoda with hot tub and game room Oscoda - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 13 reviews CA $316 CA $603 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=103938095&PinnedHotelID=103938095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104910000/104902900/104902859/b74658e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rivers, lakes, and trails! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Ideal Get away for Nature Lovers! Ideal getaway for nature lovers! East Tawas Ideal getaway for nature lovers! Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.36804%2C-83.52042&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v9h8kruShAh4-Q1PdNEjX2kLHFg=) East Tawas, MI #### What's nearby - Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 14 min drive - 10.1 km - Ascension St. Joseph Hospital - 16 min drive - 14.0 km - Dewey Durant Park - 16 min drive - 12.9 km - Tawas City Park Beach - 17 min drive - 14.7 km - Iosco County Historical Museum - 17 min drive - 13.7 km #### Getting around - Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 84 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mango's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Desi's Taco Lounge - ‬19 min drive - ‪Mr. Jack'ss Sports Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive - ‪Buckhorn Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Lazy Toaster - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!? > As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal getaway for nature lovers! on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $279.5, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Tawas-Hotels-Ideal-Getaway-For-Nature-Lovers.h55254200.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ideal getaway for nature lovers!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ideal getaway for nature lovers! located? > Situated in East Tawas, this vacation home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club and Corsair Ski Trails. Ascension St. Joseph Hospital and Lake Huron are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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