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Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, computer monitors
Dining
Nestled into the hillside of Muskegon River, this 1,300 sf waterfront house in Stanwood Michigan offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy scenic river views from the family room or huge deck, go fishing off the 30' seawall and bring your own boat to explore nearby all-sports lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River

This 1,300 sf waterfront house is nestled into the hillside of the Muskegon River in Stanwood Michigan on a private road. The quiet country location is peaceful and beautiful yet only 10 minutes from downtown Big Rapids. This meticulously maintained home can be used as a summer getaway on the water or a winter retreat close to snowmobile trails. The main level entrance contains a family room with fantastic river views. There is also a full kitchen, dining area, utility room with washer/dryer, full bath and bedroom on this main level. Relax outside on the huge deck and feel like you are right over the river! Go upstairs for an additional bedroom, full bath and an a large 20x24 living area with scenic river views. Bring your fishing pole and cast a line! Feel free to bring your own boat and attach to the 30' seawall; this river opens up into a large all-sports lake right before Roger's Dam. Two kayaks and life jackets are also available for your use.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

** This is a very safe neighborhood, and for your added protection, we have security cameras installed outside the front door, garage and back deck.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River Stanwood

About the area

Map
Stanwood, MI

What's nearby

  • P&J Plantiques - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Falcon Head Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ferris State University - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Robert L. Ewigleben Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Katke Golf Course - 9 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of P&J Plantiques, Huron-Manistee National Forest and Clear Lake. Falcon Head Golf Course and Clear Lake Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, comfortable, and clean

Lovely, well cared for home! We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!!

This was absolutely the BEST experience I've ever had with a VRBO. We loved the place, felt right at home, had a relaxing visit, and super-easy communication with the host. Loved it so much that I'm planning a return visit with my husband in the fall. Thank you, Gail, for your 24/7 availability, and your true sense of caring that your guests are having an enjoyable experience :-)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO host

This property is amazing. The host is over the top thoughtful and has everything you need to feel at home. Very clean home with a great location on the river. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake House Weekend

This house was exactly what my friends & I were looking for to host a fall kayaking weekend. The host was extremely accommodating, even let us check in early. They were quick to respond to all questions and even left us snacks 😃. The house is perfectly set up, comfortable and located close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Cottage

We had a fabulous time for a girls weekend trip here. The place was tranquil and extremely relaxing. The owner is amazing and responded to all my questions. Totally everything we needed in a house. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clyde C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful retreat

The owners were wonderful to work with. Generous and thoughtful both with their house and extras. We would definitely return to this house. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

I rented this property for me, my son, his wife and my granddaughter. My daughter in law was graduating from Ferris and this was a perfect location to relax before and after.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

james b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What we were looking for

All 5’s
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Clean, quiet, beautiful location. The house was well stocked, plenty of pots, pans and utensils! Everything was in working order. Perfect for our needs, I would not hesitate to recommend or rent again! Thanks for sharing with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation plus

For an older couple this house couldn’t have been better. To the ease if checking in, the cleanliness, the calmness and relative quietness on the river provided the perfect relaxation getaway we were hoping for. The house is fully equipped with all essentials. It was nice to have the house right up on the river rather than set back with the other houses. The owners clearly get what appeals to their guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

Our plans changed last minute and it ended up being just my husband and I for an extended 4th of July weekend away. We couldn’t have been happier with the house, view and communication with Gail. The house was incredibly clean and very comfortable. The river view was awesome and our weekend away was so relaxing..filled with nothing but fishing and hanging on their sandy river bank. Thank you for sharing your house with us and making our first vacation away by ourselves in 5yrs fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. Sitting on the deck overlooking the river was a great time of relaxing and making memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rey's retirement :)

Our stay was amazing. The house is absolutely beautiful. We were able to do some fishing, but honestly just taking in the view was worth it all. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The best place to just sit and relax!! Amazing wildlife on the river. Highly recommend staying here?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best vacation spots we have stayed at! Everything was top-notch, and this was the perfect little getaway for a mini honeymoon that we could’ve asked for. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and close to Big Rapids where you can shop and have a meal out. The house was equipped with everything and then some to cook all your meals at the house. We had such a lovely stay and will return when I travel again to see my family
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was better than pictured!

We enjoyed this home so much that we stayed home more than we had planned. It was clean, very well stocked and a beautiful location. The grill was wonderful. We enjoyed the deer prints on the beach area each day and the privacy the home provided. Probably one of the best VRBO locations we have been to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River House

I was very impressed with the river house! It was very clean and located in a quiet neighborhood! The views of the river were amazing! We enjoyed fishing and kayaking right from the property! The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and utensils! I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like HOME

Our stay at this riverside beauty was peaceful and comfortable; and it felt like home. I can see why all of the reviews are a 10 out of 10. We whole heartedly agree. I especially appreciated the soft linens and new towels. We hosted a Father’s Day lunch for immediate family and the deck was perfect! We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST hosts.

Never before have we stayed at a property where the hosts were more accommodating. From the snacks left to the "just leave everything and we will take care of it.There really needs to be more stars to give for hosts like Kevin and Gail.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High Expectations Met

After reading the glowing reviews, had high expectations. Stay met the expectations and exceeded them. Hosts are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lorri p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we needed

This property is a perfect arrangement of everything you could possibly need. You will not find a cleaner house. The property owner was surprisingly responsive which was nice. I have zero complaints or even recommendations on how our stay could be better. The kayaks were great. The location was great. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Very accommodating for our couples golf trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest place with the sweetest hosts!

Could not recommend Gail & Kevin’s place more! They were so wonderful and accommodating and the rental itself is perfect. Impeccably clean, fantastic outdoor areas, and fast WiFi for anyone who needs to work! Gail responded to any questions within minutes. Highly highly recommend for a week-long trip :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Retreat

Comfortable, clean, and well-appointed home with awesome 180° views of the Muskegon River. Pleased to have two kayaks and necessary accessories to enjoy paddling around the area. The location is serene. Spent mornings and evenings relaxing on the large deck overlooking the river. Expansive grassy front yard was perfect for bocce and ladderball (and it was shaded from midday on). Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024