Title: Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! - 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 # Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103430000/103429400/103429387/6f1c79a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103430000/103429400/103429387/4da8eddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103430000/103429400/103429387/c867d58f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103430000/103429400/103429387/33b85150.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103430000/103429400/103429387/45c1730d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Vaughn Lake Escape, a charming lakeside retreat in Michigan that sleeps nine. Enjoy swimming on-site and water sports on the all-sports lake. Relax by the fire-pit or unwind with 2 canoes and two kayaks available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! VAUGHN LAKE ESCAPE SLEEPS: 9 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 \*WATERFRONT ON VAUGHN LAKE \*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY \*DOG FRIENDLY \* ALL SPORTS LAKE Discover lakeside bliss at Vaughn Lake Escape, 30 minutes from Tawas, Michigan! This charming escape sleeps nine and offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and dog-friendly accommodations. Enjoy on-site swimming and a variety of water sports on the all-sports Vaughn Lake. Perfect for family and friends looking for fun and relaxation! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Air Conditioning: Yes, central air ATV's: Not on property, but there are ORV trails nearby! Bathrooms: Upper Level: Shower, toilet, sink Main Level: Shower, toilet, sink Beach/Swimming: Swimming from property(seawall, but sandy bottom lake) Bedroom Configurations: Upper Level: Primary Bedroom: King Bed with 43" Smart TV and a work station with monitor Bunkroom: 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds with 40" Smart TV Main Level: Secondary Bedroom: Twin Bed w/ work station and monitor \* queen sleeper sofa available for additional sleeping Boats: 2 canoes and two kayaks (Memorial Day to Labor Day) Boat Launch: DNR boat launch is about 120 yds from house Cable: No, but TV's are streaming and YouTube TV is available! Cell Phone Service: Most Major providers work well Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip coffee maker, coffee, sugar, and powdered creamer provided Distances: \*Tawas City: 30 minutes (26 miles) \*Rifle River Recreation Area (State Park): 31 minutes (28 miles) \*Roscommon Zoo: 59 minutes (53 miles) \*Mackinaw City: 2 hours & 4 minutes (127 miles) \*Detroit: 3 hours (195 miles) \*Chicago: 6 hours (397 miles) Dock: Yes, 36 Ft dock available from Memorial to Labor Day Drinking Water: Drinkable well water Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city. Fireplace: Yes, electric with heater Fire-pit: Yes Fishing: Very good fishing for Bass, Perch, Pike, Walleye, and Bluegill Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan. Fishing Poles: Not provided Golf: Eagle Ridge Golf Course 3 min(1.4 miles) Grill: Propane/charcoal combo (charcoal not provided) Grocery Store: Roger's Family Foods 4 min(1.9 miles) Heat: Yes, forced air propane Hunting: Not on property, however, there is State Land within 2 miles. Internet/WIFI: Yes, up to 65Gbps Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels. Parking: 3 cars comfortably, 2 more additional possible Pets: 2 dogs allowed. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Privacy: Neighbors next door Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. \- Alpena County Trails (30-35 minutes) \- Oscoda County Trails (25-30 minutes) \- Huron National Forest Trails (20-25 minutes) \- Ogemaw County Trails (45-50 minutes Space: 2 story lakefront home Seniors: Welcome, 1 twin on main level plus pull out couch if stairs are an issue Televisions: Living Room: 65" Smart TV w/ YouTube TV Primary Bedroom: 43" Smart TV w/YouTube TV Bunkroom: 40" Smart Tv w/ YouTube TV Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you! Washer and Dryer: Yes, in basement, detergent provided Winter Activities: \* Golf Simulator and Restaurant inside Eagle Ridge Golf Course 3 min(1.4 miles). \* Snowmobiling (20-30 minutes): Explore snowmobile trails in Alpena County, Oscoda County, and Huron National Forest. (must trailer to trails) \* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing (20-25 minutes): Enjoy trails in the Huron National Forest and surrounding areas. \* Ice Fishing (10-20 minutes): Ice fish on nearby lakes like Thunder Bay River and Lake Huron. \* Winter Hiking (15-20 minutes): Hike the snowy trails in Huron National Forest. Wood: Not provided but available locally ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 830685 ## 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%7C44.53645%2C-83.72505&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hm275EexrLatdVk1e91nGimWu28=) Glennie, MI #### What's nearby - Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 23.9 km - Goose Lake - 22 min drive - 15.9 km - Slab Lake - 26 min drive - 17.7 km - Long Lake - 30 min drive - 37.5 km - Jose Lake - 33 min drive - 33.6 km #### Restaurants - ‪Glennie Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wolf’s Den - ‬4 min drive - ‪Chat & Chew - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hot N Fresh Pizza and Subs - ‬4 min drive - ‪Oasis Food & Spirit - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Slab Lake and Perch Lake. Au Sable River and Goose Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Vaughn Lake Escape: Autumn Colors & Tranquil Waters – Your Fall Retreat Awaits! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oriane L. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very cozy! We stayed for Christmas and it was a very cozy, comfortable, and clean place to stay. ##### Oriane L. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn H. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Escape Beautiful property, very relaxing, had everything we needed. ##### Shawn H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey S. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of heaven Everything almost new or remodeled. Great use of space. Property had everything we needed. Perfect spot for a relaxing family vacation. ##### Jeffrey S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanea H. Jul 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home The home was beautiful and spacious. It did not feel crammed and many vacation homes do. It was clean and we all felt very comfortable in the home. I have never stayed in a private rental that was stocked as if it were a personal home. As a parent of 5 kids, this was extremely accommodating for your cooking needs. Any item I needed was available. We loved that our pets could come as well and this home was 4 min from a grocery store! ##### Stephanea H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula S. Aug 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Lake House This home was seriously amazing! From the minute we walked in the back door, to touring the home for the first time we were thrilled that the photos didn't do the in person experience justice; super clean and great layout. The beds were ultra comfortable, and the bathrooms were clean and had plenty of towels, shampoo, etc. The kitchen was well stocked. (The fridge was a bit smaller than we needed, but we made it work...we just brought a LOT of food!) Outside the deck with picnic table was perfect for meals. The lake is beautiful, but there is a break wall, not a beach with a walk out to the lake. It was fine because we just got in from the dock, but we didn't realize it. The lake also has a lot of seaweed, but the bottom was sandy and not mucky. We sat right in our floats and enjoyed the beautiful weather. The management company was exception with anything I had questions about or we needed so I appreciated that. Overall it was a GREAT trip and we were able to relax! I would 100% book again. ##### Paula S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Lake Time This home was as advertised. Plenty of home comforts on a quiet, beautiful, peaceful lake. ##### William S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### deborah s. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Favorite House This is our favorite house we have stayed at clean, updated and on a beautiful lake. Didnt need anything but food. Beds were great too. ##### deborah s. 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