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Hideout in the Woods

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hideout in the Woods

A down to earth 4 bedroom, 2 bath home nestled in the woods that features 2 large gathering rooms (one is a theater room) and a huge covered front porch. There is a full kitchen and two separate eating areas. We also have an external gameroom/hangout in our big red barn called the Hideout Saloon.

The main part of the house was built by my grandad in 1946.

The trim around the doors and windows are all made from aged pine that he had saved in the 1950's.

We have central air and heat.

There is a 4 foot fire ring perfect for cooking, making s'mores, or just relaxing.
There is a washer and dryer for your use.

We have a charcoal grill for you to use...bring your own charcoal and starter fluid.

There is a tankless water heater so you can take back to back showers. Sorry no bathtubs.

Come relax and just chill. The sandy beach is only a mile away as is the rest of town or relax on our 42ft covered porch

Firewood is available to use if it is in the shed. If not, then Jack can deliver a full cord of oak if you desire for around $80. Please contact him directly prior to your stay and mention that you are staying at Hideout in the Woods. 989-370-0822. He is cash only and can dump the wood right by the firepit.

The Hideout Saloon is now open and equipped with a pool table, dart board, foosball, sound system, player piano, and custom made bar. This space can be heated by 2 propane heaters that we provide along with the tanks. You are responsible for the propane.
Make sure you checkout the pictures. Please note that the Hideout Saloon is available to you, but please do not review us on its cleanliness as it lives in the woods in an old pole barn.

Property manager

Steve Vaughan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking in the house, do it at the firepit

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Exterior
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Stay off furniture, dog cage available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there are non-gated stairs

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hideout Woods House Au Sable Charter Twp
Hideout Woods Au Sable Charter Twp
Hideout in the Woods Oscoda
Hideout In The Woods Oscoda
Hideout in the Woods Private vacation home Oscoda
Hideout in the Woods Private vacation home
Piilota Metsässä
Hideout in the Woods Oscoda
Hideout in the Woods Private vacation home
Hideout in the Woods Private vacation home Oscoda

About the neighborhood

Map
Au Sable Charter Twp, MI

What's nearby

  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center - 28 min drive
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wiltse's Brew & Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ausable Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hideout in the Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hideout in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideout in the Woods?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Hideout in the Woods located?

This family-friendly Oscoda vacation home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Au Sable River. Lake Huron is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Hideout in the Woods Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hideout!!
The house was very spacious, but we still spent most of our time on the covered front porch and yard. Plenty of room for our family to spread out if they chose. Plenty of the essentials are stocked (tp, shower supplies, etc). Very much appreciated
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Perfect house for a group of friends who went on a golf trip. The saloon is great. Beds are comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T., 8100 Burkhalter Road unit 203, Statesboro, GA 30461

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
This place was great! So private and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
A sense of isolation yet close to amenities. Only a mile or so from town and close to a beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded and Beautiful
This house is the perfect up north get away in the woods. Plenty of room, close to town, so much to do and plenty of room to spread out. The theater surround sound and saloon was fun for the kids and adults. The kitchen has all you need. The front porch was a perfect morning spot for coffee and we even had deer walk through the front yard. Plenty of room to park the boat and the beds were also very comfortable. The communication with the host was top notch. You won't be sorry if you book here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P., Ypsilanti

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family accommodations!
Lots of room for our 9 family members, our dog, and for local family to visit. It’s a clean and comfortable place with all the amenities you’d need. We enjoyed the fire pit, Saloon, and what a media room!! We were very close to stores, restaurants and such too. Thank you Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
This is the 2nd time we stayed, and will book again for our next winter get away. Great place and location. We have up to 8 adults, plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable beds
We were very comfortable, it was nice having all the space we each had our own bedroom and played at the table in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Taylor I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect short stay
My extended family and I were in the area for a wedding and needed a place that could house 6 adults and 7 kids ranging in age from 1-7. This was a great find and we loved utilizing the outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Oscoda House in the Woods
We were pleased. The barn/man cave is very nice and a great place to gather. Thanks for the great accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and room for everyone and everything you need
A wonderful property with space for the whole family and then some! We enjoyed the bonus of the saloon and spent a great time playing the games in there. Absolutely loved the privacy of being in the woods and the trails get not far from stores and the towns. Comfortble beds and plenty of places to sit and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great place for the family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Close to eveything including multiple bars and beaches. Has everything you need for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in May
What a cozy, unique, & homey cabin in Northern Michigan. We spent this weekend with our niece's & nephews (12 of us) as a getaway Christmas Gift. This was our 1st time doing this & this will Not be the last time. This place was PERFECT for our weekend. Most all of us had never explored this part of Michigan and loved exploring. We saw scenic overviews & climbed dunes of the AuSable River, beach front of Lake Huron, and Huron-Manistee National Forests Lumberman's Monument, it was a Blast and the "Hideout in the woods" was in a ideal location for that! The cabin held us all Very comfortably, absolutely loved the dinner table that we ALL fit at. The theater room was a great place for games & entertainment. Scavenger hunt entertained & challenged the kids. Amazing fire pit ring we spent LOTS of time around. I can Not say enough about how fantastic Steve(the owner) was at fast responses to all of my Q's, and I had a lot of them as this was my 1st vrbo rental ever. My husband and the kids all raved about how comfortable the beds were & we all LOVED the hideout saloon. My only disappointment was how fast our time went. Everyone was already taking about "next year". Thank you, "Hideout in the woods" for being the place where we made unforgettable memories with our family, that are priceless!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kids loved the movie room
Saw a bald eagle
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and convenient
Brought in the New Year around the fire ring and enjoyed games in the saloon. Bathrooms/Shower was nice. The location of the cabin to town was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sandi s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes you should stay here!
We had a great time relaxing in the woods! It was winter so we didn’t spend a lot of time outside. We did however use the saloon and play pool and foosball and darts! Inside it’s a charming cabin with 4 bedrooms. Cute little twin beds are slid into the wall in upstairs bedrooms creating sleeping places for more people. Huge table in main part of house for meals and board games. It’s quiet, no one bothers you and yet there’s a store a mile away if you need something. Host was also very easy to contact and ask questions. Nice little cabin in the woods in rural northern Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Owners were amazing place was spotless and easy to find. Hoping to be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
Very clean and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Austin B.

Bedbugs
First night there, my sister woke up and noticed her bed was filled with little red bed bugs. She has bites all over her. The host sent someone to spray. She saw a bedbug and said, "yes, that's a bed bug, we use this spray all the time, IT WORKS". She did not go through every room like she says. The host is trying to say it's fleas from my dog. My dog was never in that room prior. The host and cleaning attendant are very rude. I was hung up on. This is not a listing anyone should use. With such good reviews, we are very aur
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

corrie t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private & cozy
My husband and I stayed at this place with our five kids, my parents, brother & sis in law. We really enjoyed our time inside & out! All of us enjoyed being outside in the woods as well as visiting local attractions on the nice days. We also had stuff to do inside when a couple of storms passed through. The hosts make such an effort to make you feel comfortable during your stay and have provided so many personal touches! We were sad to see our time there end. We had a great time!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for big families/large group
Thank you Steve for another great vacation at the Vaughn compound!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We came on vacation with 3 families and had an amazing time! The area is amazing, the house made us think of the Burrow from Harry Potter! We loved the outdoor spaces and the kids loved playing in the saloon! We are already talking about coming back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This place is awesome. Owner is a great person to deal with. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal stay
Fantastic place to stay, so much to do both at the rental and in the surrounding area. The property is big and has lots of room to hang out but also allow some separation for people to slow down while still allowing others to keep the energy up. Property was super clean and communication was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022