I read a review on another network about the Bayview, they happened to have a two bedroom unit (#1)…read moreavailable so we gave it a try. The outside and inside is older decor. Panelling, old carpet, older looking furniture, but very cozy. Our unit had two bedrooms, a tiny kitchenette area, a living room and dining room area that kind of blended together. The AC worked great and there was a cable Tv in the living room. It's got a cabin feel to it, but again, was very nice. What really made the place great was it's sitting right on the lake shore. Our unit was a short walk across the parking lot to the beach area. There was shuffle board, a fire pit, a playground and plenty of beach area and chairs available. There was even a couple wood swings and a cornhole game set up. The owners were super friendly. Each unit has a charcoal grill that we used. The room had dishes and silverware. A coffee maker but no filters. The beds were cozy, and the place was really quiet. Our unit was right near the main road and we didn't even hear the traffic. I would definitely stay here again, we wished we could of stayed a few days longer after only staying one day. The price was right too, I think our off season rate (after Labor Day) was only $75 a night.

Finishing up our last few days here! We booked cabin 5 back in February for a week in June. It has…read morea gorgeous beach and great location. The owners are so kind and we've had a great experience. There are paddle board, kayaks, and a paddle boat to use for free! Free firewood is included as well.

A simply charming little motel situated across from the lake. Making a last minute reservation was…read moreeasy, staff was super sweet, room was clean and tastefully updated. The whole property was oozing with charm. Loved it!

I LOVED my stay here at Surfside. They clearly put a lot of love and care into the decor and…read morecottage feel of the room. They even have paddle boards and kayas included in your stay to use on the lake and River! I will absolutely stay here again!

1. Atmosphere was off due to gas blowing the patio for like 15 minutes. Then an employee left the…read moredoor to the patio open for another 10 minutes while cool air blow in across everybody in the dining room. 2. Too many flies, we kept swatting flies during the entire meal. 3. We got the southwest salad with chicken. The ingredients were not fresh at all, we could taste the tomatoes were too old and overall you could just tell the quality was not where it needs to be. 4. The bright spot was our server, she was sweet and kind and did everything we asked.

Our family of 4 has stayed here 2 summers in a row and we've had pretty good experiences with a…read morefew minor issues but nothing that ruined our trip. The hotel is located right on Lake Huron within very short walking distance to the main strip with all the shops and restaurants. Fast food , Starbucks and Walmart is 1/2 mile down. The first time, we stayed on the city side and on the 2nd floor. The room was not really updated but it was clean . The bathroom could have used a better cleaning but I always travel with my own cleaning supplies cuz I don't trust even a 5 star hotel. LOL The 2nd time , we stayed on the bay side on the first floor. Not a fan. We were in room 100 which is the first room, and right by the front desk, vending machine and back door (which leads to a patio and the beach). Very noisy room. Don't recommend if you don't like noise . Plus people right out your window playing cards loudly all night . The front desk was super sweet. Offered to change rooms but we decided we'd stick it out in room 100 and it ended up being much quieter the 2nd night. We tried to get breakfast at their restaurant one morning but only one waitress and she said it would be a long wait. My only other issue was the amount of chlorine in their indoor pool and hot tub , not to mention all The sand in them. There were so many chemicals in that pool, it took us at least a week worth of showers to get the smell off of us. But the beach and tiki bar being right outside your door is the main reason we love this place. The kids love it, we love it. We don't have to drive anywhere while we're here.

My family and I have been coming here every summer for 13 years. It is such a wonderful place and…read morethe owners are amazing.

This place is the best place I've ever stayed at in tawas and I've been coming here for years…read more Owners are extremely friendly and extra protective of the property and all of our belongings at all times. We appreciate all of the little things they do to make our trip above and beyond what other owners would ever do!

I stayed here back in August and we were more than happy with our stay, Marc is an amazing owner…read moreand was very accommodating, great beach, clean room, many sitting areas as well as a nice fire pit, I'd stay here again in a heart beat and I'd recommend this place to anyone looking to stay somewhere in Tawas.

This is a great little get away. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this place but nothing…read morereally stands out to me about this place. The owner was really nice. I can only say the only concern I had was there was mouse droppings in room 10 in the cupboard's. Some things I think they should do is get a extra bed for the 1/2 house I brought my kids along the pull out bed was barely enough but it was okay.

We had a great stay. The owners were so nice and friendly. We called very last minute but they had…read morea beautiful, clean cabin ready for us. Everything was very low key. We walked right into our cabin. The manager Michelle came by to say hi and check in, as her and her husband were busy working on the property. The couple neighbors we met on our short stay were so friendly. We practically had the beach and sun deck to ourselves the whole time. The cabins are a little old fashioned but very clean, safe and functional. We will definitely be back!

This is an old dumpy bunch of cabins. The first one they put me in , some of the ceiling panels…read morewere sagging/ ready to collapse, and the place smelled mouldy. The second one was a little better but not much. Don't recommend.

4 stars for mom and pop motel in the price range. Very clean, reasonably priced, nice private…read morebeach, full kitchen, doesn't accept credit cards which is a pain, dated and furniture and decor but well kept and owner was very cordial and professional. Close to downtown but far enough away that it is quiet. Just far enough from M-23 to feel quiet and out of the way, yet right next to m-23

The one star is only for walking location to the few downtown stores . Upon arrival on July 12,…read more2017 with my drivers license and payment card the front desk still said while staring at the computer " let's see would it be under ..." which was another name . The so called hotel $20 credit that you can spend in the outside lakeside deck is a waste of time. While sitting in the area with my daughter the bartender who was the only server out there at the time said sorry you can't get a Arnold palmer I don't have iced tea out here. Mind you inside was 10 steps away and two waitresses since came out to work the area where there were only 2 other guests. Meanwhile a maintenance employee came out to hang a bar sign and used swearing language . We left and went to the inside restaurant where there was no to seat us and again 2 people eating . We went downtown to eat as the inside was not clean. The room we were told at reservation would have a couch for seating it did not it had a chair and table. No Kleenex When I called the front desk at 11pm to ask if they had vending machines or bottled water at the desk I was told I'd have to go the the gas station!! Construction began outside the room at 6:30 am. I asked at checkout to speak with the manager. I was told he was on his way in and would call me. I recalled back one week later and still no return call . He never did call me! Overpriced and sub par very poor attention to any details. Next time I'd rent a waterfront cabin.