#4-The Lazy Fish
About this resort
Located in Au Sable Charter, this attractive resort for $107 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Studio Type Cabin with kitchenette right on the beach! Beautiful Lake Huron views with private grill and picnic table shared firepit and sandy bottom lakeshore. Sofa, refrigerator/freezer, stove, microwave, sink, coffee maker and toaster make staying in as much fun as going out. Unit is number 4 of 6 in a six unit resort. One bedroom, one bath studio kitchenette right on the beach, sunrise view from bed! This unit has one large bedroom with one bed in it. The couch is also in the same room that can pull out into a full size bed to accommodate two more to sleep but it is a tight squeeze. The kitchen is connected without a door as seen in the pictures. This unit is perfect for a couple or a small family and has everything you need for a weekend getaway or fun family vacation. Leave your cares at home and lull yourselves to sleep while listening to the crash of the Lake Huron waves from your bed in this charming rustic adorable room right on the beach! Not recommended for four adults, sleeps 3 comfortably. Pets welcome but MUST be non-aggressive toward all people and other pets. This resort is located just south of Oscoda. - Serradella Golf Course and Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Tawas Point State Park.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Au Sable Charter, MI
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(56 Reviews)
4.0
Beachfront unit. Kitchen well equipped. Could have used extra blankets. Very cold at night. There was some kind of heater on the wall but I couldn't get it to work. Nice that they allowed pets.
5.0
Property owner was beyond accommodating…highly recommended
5.0
We had an awesome time. Weather was a little chilly but the sun was shining and we were able to enjoy the water. Will be back! Hosts were excellent.
4.0
Very nice again loved the area.
5.0
it was the perfect place to go, relax and recharge. Thank you for a great get away.
4.0
I loved the location of this property. Right on the beach. Beautiful view. The accommodations were a bit rough. Flies (lots) to deal with on entering the tiny bungalow. Thin walls so every sound was amplified. Only a bed (comfy) and sofa (that needs to be replaced - I wouldn’t sit on it). No place to relax inside. The kitchen and bathroom were fine and the shower was awesome. So there’s that. Mostly you’re outdoors so a lot of this is really just about comfort in the overnight hours or if there’s inclement weather. I’d go again now just knowing it’s a bit rough. Not expecting more, it’s just fine. The essentials and nothing more.
5.0
This was a perfect little spot for my kids and I! It was so nice not having to pack up and go anywhere we had everything we needed right there. Hearing the sounds of the waves with the windows open was so relaxing, all the neighbors were wonderful as well! I will definitely be coming back!
5.0
We had a great stay here, really appreciate the walk-out beach. Cabin was great for a couple and a baby.
5.0
Had a wonderful trip. Dogs loved it, friends all relaxed, even had a fun day on a rainy day.
5.0
Great view and very nice owners 👍👍
5.0
We were very much impressed with this resort. Very clean and was right on the beach! The owners Nancy and Tim were super nice, and made everything very easy. We will totally visit again in the future.
5.0
Was very nice. Nice big clean beach area.. had a nice stay enjoyed are time..
4.0
I like mornings with coffee on the beach after waking up
5.0
Everything was great except for the wobbly floor by the front door that I kept forgetting about when I stepped on the floor the shelf would rock back and forth and I kept thinking it was going to fall over, the other thing was a cloudy window I couldn't see the water from the kitchen table while we were eating and the only reason I said anything about it was because it was a little cool while we were there and we didn't really get outside but thats not Tim and Nancy's fault other than that it was good time,great location
5.0
Lovely property. I’ll be back. Very clean and well furnished .
5.0
We couldn’t have happier with our stay. The cabin was as clean as could be and cute as a button. It felt so private but we were also super close to downtown Oscoda and a short drive to all of the area attractions. Check in and out was a breeze. 100% will be staying again.
3.0
We enjoyed the view and waterfront beach experience, which made it all worthwhile. The inside is cute and comfortable, though a couple unfortunate aspects dimmed our view overall: 1.) Flies inside. Likely a result of windows being left open prior to our arrival, we had an infestation of flies. Killed at least a couple dozen within first night. After we'd closed windows, that helped cut the number down; though several were inside our entire 3 day stay. Not something that could've necessarily been avoided by owner, just unfortunate. 2.) A decent sized spot on floor by the door was quite soft and felt as if it was soggy, about to collapse. This seemed to indicate a need for floor repair. We put a towel down to mark the spot to avoid as much as possible, but difficult because it's right in front of doorway. That being said, we enjoyed the experience for the most part especially with the waves, beach views.
4.0
Fun time
5.0
It was absolutely lovely right on the water, the neighbors were great, I had a fantastic time.
5.0
My Husband and I loved our vacation here! It's the perfect "upnorth" experience! The view is beautiful, the beach is great and there is even internet so my husband could do some work when necessary! We will definitely go back!
4.0
Clean beach, sand up to your door without a retaining wall (due to water levels over the past 1-2 years) = priceless and you get that here in #4 at Lazy Fish. I’ve been coming to Oscoda for about 30 years and I prefer the nostalgic feel,……And that’s a guarantee here. If you’re looking for the Taj Mahal, this isn’t the spot, but I say that in a great way. A northern MI cabin on the lake shouldn’t be decked out & fancy. With that being said (and I said this to Tim & Nancy directly, not being negative/passive aggressive online), there are some updates necessary. The pullout couch in #4 is being replaced, wish it was before we arrived! Needed more linens, but Angel got them to us the next morning (thanks). Couple other suggestions, reclining lawn chairs, sand games (ladder golf or corn hole), kids sand toys, etc. —> all of which are at their other property, Miami Beach. I suggested a Dollar Tree dish tub at everyone’s door to clean feet before entering cabin (thanks so much, they got us one before we left!!!). Bottom line, it’s perfectly imperfect with the nostalgic cabin vibe! Tim & Nancy are WONDERFUL and literally will do everything in their power to fix an issue and/or provide what you need within minutes. I only listed the suggestions because I feel we all can strive to do and be better! I would come back for sure, especially if they continue to update (oh and ceiling fans in Lazy Fish #4 like the other units!!). Thanks for allowing us to make lifetime memories on your property!
4.0
Perfectly Imperfect!
Clean beach, sand up to your door without a retaining wall (due to water levels over the past 1-2 years) = priceless and you get that here in #4 at Lazy Fish. I’ve been coming to Oscoda for about 30 years and I prefer the nostalgic feel,……And that’s a guarantee here. If you’re looking for the Taj Mahal, this isn’t the spot, but I say that in a great way. A northern MI cabin on the lake shouldn’t be decked out & fancy. With that being said (and I said this to Tim & Nancy directly, not being negative/passive aggressive online), there are some updates necessary. The pullout couch in #4 is being replaced, wish it was before we arrived! Needed more linens, but Angel got them to us the next morning (thanks). Couple other suggestions, reclining lawn chairs, sand games (ladder golf or corn hole), kids sand toys, etc. —> all of which are at their other property, Miami Beach. I suggested a Dollar Tree dish tub at everyone’s door to clean feet before entering cabin (thanks so much, they got us one before we left!!!). Bottom line, it’s perfectly imperfect with the nostalgic cabin vibe! Tim & Nancy are WONDERFUL and literally will do everything in their power to fix an issue and/or provide what you need within minutes. I only listed the suggestions because I feel we all can strive to do and be better! I would come back for sure, especially if they continue to update (oh and ceiling fans in Lazy Fish #4 like the other units!!). Thanks for allowing us to make lifetime memories on your property!
5.0
Very nice pet friendly accommodations. Everyone involved was very helpful and accommodating.
Very clean cabins had everything we needed. If not we were taken care of.
5.0
Perfect get away with the perfect sunrise view
Staying at the Lazy Fish was sure a treat! To be right on the water and to be able to watch the sunrise each morning was just beautiful. Centrally located to Tawas and Oscoda was another bonus perk. From just relaxing on the beach to exploring the area, my time at the Lazy Fish was exactly what I needed to rest and renew!
5.0
Just wanted to be steps away from the lake
Our experience was great on this private beach. Enjoyed our time and our dog loved being around the other pets - two neighboring couples with their pets on the same property. Peaceful. Refreshing.
5.0
beautiful view
first time using Vrbo, very happy finding this little diamond in the rough...cozy cabin, very clean, I can't wait to see more updates next visit...I will be back! Lake Beach out my front door, nothing but pure pleasure, the night view and sunrises 😍 gorgeous! Thanks Tim and Nancy for checking in on us
5.0
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful week stay at the property. The cabin was very clean and cozy for the two of us. Took the kayak out and had wonderful nights around the fire with some of the other guests.
5.0
My wife and I were celebrating our 1 year anniversary and I found this location. It has everything you need for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. It was secluded and right on the water, which we loved! The site was clean and the owners were very nice and helpful. We never even left the site because we wanted to be by the water and have a campfire, convieniently right in front of the front door! Highly recommended site and will definitely be booking with Tom and Nancy again!
5.0
The cabin was small, rustic, and simple...but very clean. The location was wonderful - right on the beach so only steps away from the water. Each day the sky and water offered us such beauty!
5.0
A great getaway for a mental retreat and refresh
My wife and I were celebrating our 1 year anniversary and I found this location. It has everything you need for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. It was secluded and right on the water, which we loved! The site was clean and the owners were very nice and helpful. We never even left the site because we wanted to be by the water and have a campfire, convieniently right in front of the front door! Highly recommended site and will definitely be booking with Tom and Nancy again!
5.0
Right on the beach
The cabin was small, rustic, and simple...but very clean. The location was wonderful - right on the beach so only steps away from the water. Each day the sky and water offered us such beauty!
5.0
We had a great time at Tim and Nancy's place, which they are in the process of renovating. Though the unit where we stayed (#5) was on the small side, we didn't mind since it had great natural lighting and was very well equipped. It had a nice outdoor seating area and an outstanding view of the water. We had a chance to look inside the other units (since they were not occupied) and were very impressed by the updates that had been done. It is a well-managed operation. Since the place is super close to the water, we could hear the sound of lapping waves. What a treat! We will be back for sure.
5.0
Beautiful view, excellent base camp for exploring the area.
We had a great time at Tim and Nancy's place, which they are in the process of renovating. Though the unit where we stayed (#5) was on the small side, we didn't mind since it had great natural lighting and was very well equipped. It had a nice outdoor seating area and an outstanding view of the water. We had a chance to look inside the other units (since they were not occupied) and were very impressed by the updates that had been done. It is a well-managed operation. Since the place is super close to the water, we could hear the sound of lapping waves. What a treat! We will be back for sure.
3.0
Lovely place to stay!
3.0
Cozy
Lovely place to stay!
4.0
Beautiful sunrise and moonrise.
4.0
Lazy dog cabin
Beautiful sunrise and moonrise.
5.0
Happy
I had a great time,checking in was simple,water was cool but still enjoyable,room was small but cozy it had everything we needed, we're definitely going back
3.0
Unit #4I must have made a mistake when reserving this cottage because I did think it had A/C but on arrival we realized it did not. So if you are reading this review please know there is no A/C, with the windows open like another reviewer stated it was quite stuffy in the cottage. The windows above the bed from what I could tell could not open since the bed frame covered it. I would imagine if that opened fully with the other windows from the lake side open and the fan might have made a difference.The view from the cabin on the deck is beautiful. Sunrise was very special. If you have littles or kids who like to swim or play in the water than it’s probably a good place for you. Bring your chairs and a bigger umbrella. Besides having no A/C there were a few things I wanted to address. The pull out bed is very outdated and the mattress was not great and did not have linens as we were told. I did mention to the owners there were none before we headed out to dinner and they did say they were in the bottom drawer or at least thats what the cleaners should have left. When we returned from dinner we checked and there was only a pillow. My daughter slept on the couch for the two nights we were there. I would definitely replace that mattress in the off season. Another thing might be to upgrade the electrical. I know that’s a big cost but the fire hazard of multiple plugs into multiple cords to one wall outlet when a brand new power strip could help with that issue would be safer.We were supposed to be there 5 nights but after 2 nights could not handle not having A/C so we left. Since this was my mistake in not realizing they didn't have A/C I did not or would not ask for a refund. I feel this place shows a lot of promise though. Another thing that might help others is organize a list of restaurants or grocery stores in the area and leave a copy in the cottages.
5.0
It indeed is "rustic" but we could see that improvements are being made and with involved owners it will only get better! We had an excellent time and would book again.
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Au Sable Charter?
The average price for a rental in Au Sable Charter is $165 per night. This rental is $58 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at #4-The Lazy Fish. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this resort. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is #4-The Lazy Fish pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at #4-The Lazy Fish?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and tv.
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