Waterfront Cabin Retreat – Wildlife, Stars & Saginaw Bay

About this space

Wake up just steps from the waves of Saginaw Bay in this cozy lakefront cabin on Lake Huron. With your own private entrance to the shoreline, peaceful surroundings, and year‑round outdoor adventure, this spot is made for unwinding and making memories. Enjoy coffee on the deck, evenings around the firepit, and star-filled skies away from the noise of town—but still just minutes from shops and restaurants in Au Gres.

The space

• Direct access from your doorstep to the shores of Saginaw Bay (Lake Huron)

• Comfortable cabin with a cozy living area and inviting bedrooms

• Fully equipped kitchen and dining area for shared meals

• Deck with barbeque grill and lakeview

• Self check‑in for a smooth, stress‑free arrival

Inside, you’ll find everything you need to feel at home—relax on the sofa after a day outside or curl up in the bedrooms that offer a calm, restful atmosphere. Cooking is more fun with a lakeview, and the open kitchen and dining space make it easy to cook, eat, and chat together.

What you’ll love

• Peaceful, rural neighborhood on a quiet street

• Frame‑worthy sunrises and sunsets over the bay

• Frequent wildlife sightings—fish, turtles, birds, and even the occasional visiting peacock

• Crackling campfires in the firepit under a clear night sky

• The sound of gentle waves and the smells of fresh “Up North” Michigan air

Your hosts fell in love with the natural beauty and tranquility of this place and created this cabin so you can experience it too.

Seasonal highlights

Summer & Fall

• Paddle, swim, or boat right from the property

• Watch fish and turtles in the clear water on calm nights

• Enjoy bonfires, grilling on the deck, and long evenings outside

• Great area for watersports, fishing, and nearby hunting

Winter & Spring

• Take a moonlit walk on the frozen lake (when conditions allow)

• Shine a flashlight through the ice and watch fish beneath your feet

• Quiet, uncrowded surroundings perfect for relaxing, reading, and recharging

Michigan’s four seasons in Au Gres each offer their own rare experiences—whether you prefer warm-weather adventures or peaceful winter scenery.

Guest access

• Full access to the cabin and deck

• Direct access to Saginaw Bay from the property

• Outdoor firepit area

• Free on‑site parking

Neighborhood

Our cabin sits on the shores of Lake Huron in a serene, rural neighborhood—just minutes from town but tucked away from traffic and noise. You’ll enjoy big open skies from sunrise to sunset, then watch the stars reflect across the rippling waves at night.

Nearby:

• Arenac County Beach– Less than 1 mile away, with a 900‑foot sandy public beach

• Standish– Approx. 12 miles

• East Tawas– Approx. 21 miles

Closing line

Slow down, breathe in the fresh bay air, and let the sounds of water and wildlife replace the rush of day‑to‑day life. Your hosts are excited to share this special place with you and are awaiting your arrival.

Tawas Day Trips: Beaches, Lighthouse & Small‑Town Fun From Your Lakefront Cabin

If you’re staying in Au Gres and wondering whether Tawas is worth the drive, the short answer isyes—and it pairs perfectly with a peaceful lakefront cabin stay.

East Tawas and Tawas City sit on beautiful Tawas Bay along Lake Huron, known for sandy beaches, a historic lighthouse, downtown shopping, and that classic “Up North” vacation feel.

From Au Gres, it’s only about a 30–35 minute drive along US‑23, so you can spend the day playing in Tawas and come home to the quiet waves of Saginaw Bay at night.

Why stay near Tawas instead of right in town?

Lake Life Cabin Rentals sits on the Lake Huron shoreline near Au Gres, in a peaceful rural neighborhood that’s just minutes from town but tucked away from busy traffic and downtown noise. From your cabin, you get panoramic water views, wildlife, and big‑sky sunrises and sunsets right outside your door.

As a company, Lake Life Cabin Rentals & Property Management LLC is an independent vacation‑home rental business—offering full, stand‑alone homes in nature‑forward settings rather than hotel rooms or event venues, and not affiliated with any East Tawas hotels, motels, or Lake Life Cottages.

Choosing one of these cabins as your Tawas “home base” means you still enjoy:

• Waterfront sunrises and sunsets without in‑town resort prices

• All‑season comfort with heating, AC and fast Wi‑Fi

• Easy, direct booking with self check‑in and keyless entry

• Space to park boats and trailers

• Family‑ and small‑group‑friendly layouts, with select pet‑friendly options

• Year‑round access—summer beaches, fall color, winter snow sports, and quiet spring getaways

You get the best of both worlds: quiet, lake‑life mornings and nights, with East Tawas and Tawas Point State Park a simple day trip away.

Your Au Gres lakefront cabin: doorstep to Saginaw Bay

One of the cabins in this collection (Lakeview & Wildlife) sits right on Saginaw Bay with your own private path from the doorstep down to the water. Comfortable furnishings and self check‑in make it easy to feel at home almost instantly.

The setting is deliberately natural:

• Watch free‑roaming wildlife wander through the property

• Catch those “frameable” sunrises and sunsets right over the bay

• Spend your days with watersports, hunting in season, fishing, or simply relaxing by the firepit at night

Inside, you’ll find a cozy living area, comfortable bedrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen and dining space so you can cook real meals instead of eating out every night. Cooking is more tempting with a lakeview, and the deck with barbeque grill and picnic table turns dinner into part of the experience.

Outside, evenings can be as simple as sitting by the campfire, listening to the wood crackle while the sky glows after sunset and stars reflect on the waves. On some nights you might hop into a paddle boat with a spotlight and watch fish and turtles glide beneath you. On quiet mornings, you can sip coffee on the deck while the fresh Up North air drifts in—and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a brilliant blue peacock fanning his tail as he strolls by to “say” good morning.

In winter, the bay becomes its own adventure: moonlit walks on a frozen lake, shining a flashlight through the ice to see fish beneath your feet, and the kind of stillness you rarely get in everyday life. Michigan’s four seasons in Au Gres each have their own beauty, and your cabin is set up so you can enjoy all of them in comfort.

For classic sand‑between‑your‑toes beach time close to “home,” Arenac County Beach—with a 900‑foot sandy shoreline and family‑friendly amenities—is under a mile from the cabin.

Free parking is available on site, and you’re about 12 miles from Standish and 21 miles from East Tawas.

A perfect Tawas day trip from your cabin

Here’s how a full Tawas day might look when you’re staying on the bay in Au Gres.

Morning: Tawas Point State Park & Lighthouse

Head north along US‑23 to Tawas Point State Park, often nicknamed the “Cape Cod of the Midwest.” The park sits on a sandy spit that forms Tawas Bay, with beaches on both the bay side and Lake Huron side, shallow warm water that’s great for families, and scenic trails.

The historic Tawas Point Lighthouse (in service since the 1870s) stands inside the park and is a favorite for photos, tours, and sweeping views over Lake Huron and Tawas Bay. It’s also a major birding hotspot during spring and fall migrations, and the park hosts birding events and festivals throughout the year.

Tip: A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for park entry, so make sure your vehicle has one before you go.

Midday: Bike or stroll along the Tawas shoreline

From the park and surrounding area, you can connect to paved shoreline trails that follow Lake Huron. The Alabaster Pathway links to the Tawas Bay pathway and eventually reaches Tawas Point, offering views of Tawas Bay, the lighthouse, and plenty of water‑front photo stops.

Wider‑area guides also highlight a 16‑mile Tawas Bay Pedestrian & Bike Path stretching from Tawas City down to Au Gres, giving you the chance to walk, run, or ride with lake views much of the way.

If biking isn’t your thing, you can keep it simple and relax at East Tawas City Park Beach—with soft sand, swim areas, ADA‑friendly amenities, and easy access to the harbor.

Afternoon: Downtown East Tawas shopping & treats

When you’re ready for a break from the beach, head into downtown East Tawas. Newman Street is the main hub, lined with local shops, galleries, and eateries—think fudge and chocolate shops, boutiques, a classic five‑and‑dime, and plenty of spots to grab a meal or drink near the water.

Throughout the year, downtown hosts events like street fairs, car shows, concerts, and seasonal festivals, so there’s a good chance you’ll stumble into something fun on a summer or fall weekend.

Stroll the pier at the harbor, watch boats come and go, and soak in the bay views before you head back to your quiet shoreline in Au Gres.

Evening: Back to the cabin for lake‑life evenings

After a full Tawas day, the drive back along US‑23 is short and scenic. When you pull into your cabin’s driveway, you’re trading downtown energy for a calm, starry shoreline.

This is the time for:

• Lighting a bonfire and listening to the waves while the sky darkens

• Taking one last walk down your private path to the water

• Maybe one more paddle boat ride, watching for fish and turtles under your spotlight

• Curling up inside by the fire or in the cozy living area to unwind

It’s the kind of end‑of‑day feeling that makes guests say they feel “a million miles away” from day‑to‑day life, even though town is just up the road.

Tawas + Au Gres: Four‑season fun

One of the best parts about using an Au Gres cabin as your Tawas base is that the trip works in every season:

• Summer: Swim and sun at Arenac County Beach, East Tawas City Park Beach, or Tawas Point State Park. Try paddle boarding, boating, or kiteboarding on Tawas Bay, then come back for sunset on Saginaw Bay.

• Fall: Enjoy quieter beaches, small‑town events, and incredible color along scenic routes like River Road and around the Au Sable River and Lumberman’s Monument.

• Winter: Bundle up for ice fishing (when conditions are safe), snowshoeing at Tawas Point, and cozy cabin nights—with the chance to spot Northern Lights on especially clear, active nights.

• Spring: Watch bird migrations at Tawas Point State Park and along the shoreline, enjoy cooler temps and fewer crowds, and end your days with cool‑air campfires back at the cabin.

Ready to plan your Tawas getaway?

If you like the idea of spending your days exploring Tawas beaches, trails, shops, and the lighthouse—but still coming “home” to your own private lakefront cabin—Lake Life Cabin Rentals is set up exactly for that.

Check out the “Cabin Rentals Near Tawas & East Tawas” page under the Things to Do section to see which cabins make the best home‑base for your Tawas trip, compare layouts, and view live availability and direct‑book rates.

Your hosts fell in love with this stretch of Lake Huron—the wildlife, the skies, the frozen‑lake winters and soft‑sand summers—and they’re ready to share it with you.