My husband and I have been coming here for 15 years. Danny and Diane have become like extended…read morefamily, and it's always a joy to see them. We usually stay in one of the cabins, which is comfy and homelike. It's always sparkling clean. I love the little homey touches they provide. Seeing the clean white curtains blowing in the breeze relaxes me like nothing else. The deck is fabulous--lots of room to stretch out and enjoy the sun and the breeze from the lake. The tables and seating areas are always in good shape. The flower beds and pots are so well kept and pretty. Every year we find something they've upgraded. One year it was the deck--that was a nice surprise! Another year they built brand new porches on the cabins. We really appreciated the upgraded WIFI last year. This place has become a beloved tradition for us. I find myself dreaming about it in February and March. It is a peaceful retreat from the busyness of daily life.

What a nice hide-away. They have their own private beach where you get to walk in Lake Huron…read more Watch out that the first 50 yards, the beach is like quicksand. The rooms were pleasant. Only wish was that they had WI-FI

Monarch beach is a perfectly curated experience on Lake Huron. The accommodations have everything…read moreyou need for a fun and relaxing stay on Lake Huron. The rooms are very clean and the hosts are above and beyond.

A very nice CLEAN resort! Family friendly with a large beach, we enjoyed our stay very much. The…read moreowners were very accommodating and did a wonderful job to make sure our stay was great. Walkable to most locations on the Oscoda strip.

Perfect place to spend a week and recharge. Clark keeps everything well maintained and you cannot…read morebeat the views. Just got home and looking forward to next year.

I have been coming to visit Larry at Rollway's Canoe Rental since I was a kid. They offer several…read moretrips up the Ausable River including a 5 hour canoe/kayak trip, a 3 hour canoe/kayak trip, and a 3 hour tube trip. They also offer over night trips if your looking for even more adventure. Prices are reasonable, $45 for a canoe, $35 for a kayak, and $14 for a tube. They are able to accommodate small and large groups with buses and vans. All their trips take you to the Ausable river, which is a large beautiful river that offers many swimming areas and many great views. You may even get lucky enough to see a bald eagle.

Positives: the 5 hour trip down the Ausable river was great. It really was a pretty trip down with…read moreour canoes. We saw some awesome wildlife! There wasn't as many easy access stops on the sides, though. Negatives: From the very beginning, the owner or manager was extremely cold and rude. We waited 15 minutes for him to come check us in, which is fine, but once he walked into the check in room, he barked at us "what do you want". The entire conversation was uncomfortable like we were putting him out. A few other couples we met later on the trip said the same exact thing as well. The ride to the drop off area was a bit wild. The busses went so fast and once the guys pulled our canoes off the back of the busses, they didn't say a word to us or tell us any tips on how to get into the docking area. They barely let us have time to ask any questions if we had any--they literally duped us off and left within seconds. The end of the trip was quite interesting as well. The sign to get off is covered in weeds. There is no current for the last 1/2 hour of the 5 hour trip. It would have been nice to have known that but it wasn't too big of a deal for us since we had the canoes anyway. The worst part was finding the dock. It was extremely hidden and you could easily miss it with the lack of the sign and the way it was positioned. Once you get off, the workers weren't any more friendly than earlier. You also have to walk about 10 flights of stairs up a cliff, so be aware! Wish they would have done a better job with giving us that as a heads up.

My ex lived here when he first moved to the area for a new job (they offer short-and long-term…read morerentals). My fur baby and I visited him over the winter holidays. The cottages were a little dated and very basic, right on the beach with incredible lake views. Steps to the lake, access to your own small strip of beach including lounge chairs and fire pit. WiFi/cell service was spotty. There are kitchen supply essentials for your convenience, but stop at the Walmart in town for groceries or any of the many party stores on your way. The cottages are a short drive in either direction to Oscoda or East Tawas, where you'll find grocery, gas stations, chain eateries plus a handful of local places, and a few options for entertainment like bowling and movies. Super adorable Alpena is about an hour away and Mackinac Island is roughly 3-4 hours, if you fancy a day trip.

I feel compelled to to write about an experience I've had trying to secure a cabin for my vacation…read morethis summer to attend a family gathering. I made reservations some time ago and sent a deposit after I received the agreement form. They asked for a check which I sent. They did not want credit cards. I've had to Put a stop payment on the check after delving into some background information. Looks like I dodged a bullet Today I found on my voicemail where the resort cabins owner double booked. They asked if I could change my vacation time. No I can't I called them and they essentially said im on my own to find a new place. They said there's a place next to us( all booked up now), and about on the other side of us that they couldn't recall the name. She then stated perhaps she's too old now to be trying to make reservations Maybe she's too old to answer her phone now as well. It's clear they are avoiding my calls. I need to ensure I get my deposit back so it's appropriate for me to call. The place is the Nor East Resort If Oscoda wants to be better , the places like this need to do better. I live in another state far away so trying to find a vacation spot at this late afternoon date is impossible. Good public relations would have been to endure my deposit is returned and assisting in finding another place. If I dont get my deposit back I'll be stopping by when I do make it up that way. This have not been a dream but rather a nightmare.

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.

This resort is alive and well, with new owners, cleaner rooms, and a relaxed, rustic atmosphere…read more Stop by for a visit!

We just stayed for the first time this month (June 2023). It was a beautiful getaway on the banks…read moreof Lake Huron. We could relax on the beach or cottage while our child could have the freedom to play games and explore in this family friendly environment. Cottages have many recent updates too. We were there with a group, and this was the perfect set up, since each family could enjoy the privacy of their own cottage, yet enjoy time together in the many common area, ie- the beach and the bonfires.

My wife and I celebrated our thirtieth anniversary at this resort. Our stay was wonderful and…read morememorable, and the only thing we would change would be to have a longer stay. The new owners are working hard to make improvements and provide proper maintenance, while keeping the 50's era charm of the cottages. The beach is clean and well groomed, and the cottages are furnished well. A nearby restaurant, The Red Fork, serves great food, and the Cedar Lake store, though small, is well stocked.