[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 kitchenette ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55255400/55255375/331aa127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55255400/55255375/c28eb58c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55255400/55255375/815ac58e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55255400/55255375/e94f4f07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55255400/55255375/122dd337.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on Silver Creek, The Sanctuary Lodge offers a serene retreat with sweeping grounds and an idyllic pond setting. Unwind in Unit 3’s living room or take in the views from the second-floor location. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## 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 3, is located on the second floor with a sweeping view. It features one bedroom, a living room with a sleeper sofa for an additional nominal fee, a dining area, a kitchenette with two-burner electric radiant ceramic cooktop, microwave, mini fridge, hot water kettle, and a separate bathroom with a tub/shower. 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 The Sanctuary Lodge \[Northeastern Michigan, Northern Lower Peninsula, Iosco County, Saginaw Bay, Sunrise Coast\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117030000/117029700/117029675/6a902c85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEWLY RENOVATED! 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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 East Tawas is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Tawas Point State Park, while Iosco County Historical Museum and Lumbering History Exhibit Area are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our East Tawas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Tawas.dx7029) [View more Vacation homes in East Tawas](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Tawas-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7029-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.36835%2C-83.52007&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xZbS3RnvPHG-kVtEsMXY4V1_jys=) East Tawas, MI ### What's nearby - Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 17 min drive - 10.1 km - Tawas City Park Beach - 20 min drive - 14.7 km - Iosco County Historical Museum - 21 min drive - 13.7 km - Tawas Point State Park - 34 min drive - 20.5 km - Tawas Point Lighthouse - 36 min drive - 21.9 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 - ‪The Lazy Toaster - ‬18 min drive - ‪The Dam Store - ‬19 min drive - ‪Downtown Diner - ‬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 Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal getaway for nature lovers! on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $194.68, 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.h55255375.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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 Tawas City Park Beach 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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