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Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock

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Beach
Exterior
Point of interest
Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock

This lovely home on the Grand River offers relaxing and inviting environment for families and friends. Property offers wraparound deck with large yard and lots of outdoor space. Includes grill, basketball court. Bring your boat and take a ride to Spring Lake or all the way to Lake Michigan or downtown Grand Haven. Boat launch just a quarter of a mile down the road from the property. Inside amenities include a Jacuzzi tub, newer kitchen appliances With dishwasher. Fully stocked kitchen and linens. Relax at the property or take a less than 10 minute drive to downtown Grand Haven for shopping, restaurants, more waterfront and nightlife.

Property manager

Chris Davis Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking allowed. No smoking indoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Basketball 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

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Exterior
Cozy gem on a river with an all sports lake. Boat launch and kayaks included.
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
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Cozy gem on a river with an all sports lake. Boat launch and kayaks included.

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: small dogs only- with additional fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

River Retreat With Boat Dock
Grand River Retreat With Boat Dock Grand Haven
Grand River Retreat With Boat Dock Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Rosy Mound Natural Area - 11 min drive
  • Grand Haven Beach - 11 min drive
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 11 min drive
  • Grand Haven State Park - 11 min drive
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 28 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Stearns Creek Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Connor Bayou. Connor Bayou County Park and Crockery Creek Natural Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 91 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay on the lake
This was the second time we rented this property for our family. It was again the perfect choice for us -- convenient drive to downtown Grand Haven and shopping while providing peace and relaxation on the lake. We made good use of the kayaks and saw bald eagles, hawks, herons, other waterbirds, and even deer during our paddles. One evening we even stayed up and saw the Northern Lights from the patio. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and well-appointed. We plan to stay here again next summer. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

obe f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
We loved staying on this property. It was so spacious and clean. Very well stocked, and the location was ideal! About 10 minutes from everything. It was perfect for a family of 6, with a pet. Everyone got to go fishing and kayaking from the backyard. Grill was available and ready for the salmon the boys caught during a charter fishing trip. We would definitely book with the home again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Beautiful, quiet scenery. My son enjoyed kayaking everyday, and the porch was big enough to grill out and host 15 of our local Michigan family members for lunch. Lovely venue.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
River House
The accommodations were clean and well maintained. The house was spacious and accommodated the five people in our party very well. It was a short drive to all of the attractions in grand Haven that we wanted to visit. Our only suggestion is that they upgrade the mattresses, as most were not firm enough. Overall, I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Value
Roomy and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand River home
Great location to Grand Haven. Great porch for relaxing and watching birds and boats.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
The house was just as advertised. Clean, amazing location, and the river offered so much fun. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Great location on the water. Modern, clean, with a great view overlooking the river! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at Grand River Retreat
The house and its environment were exactly what we hoped for. The house was clean and quiet with all the amenities we wanted, including a new outdoor grill and cornhole equipment. I loved kayaking on the Grand River almost everyday, seeing cranes, herons, many smaller birds and even beavers. This section of the Grand River is quite nice -- boats passing by but mostly peaceful. Our 3 year old granddaughter visited and loved playing on the patio. The location is very convenient for driving to downtown Grand Haven, and Grand Rapids is also convenient. I totally recommend this house to anyone who is looking for a relaxing time that is still near beaches and tourist attractions. The owners were responsive and very easy to work with. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful home and location
We were in town to visit family and loved this home and its location. We loved that this home was not in the downtown GH area and we loved that it had an amazing location on the river. It was a bit difficult to find the driveway the first few times (the flower wasn't by the road as in the pictures) but we soon got used to it and looked for the telephone pole with reflectors. The home is beautifully decorated. There is ample room throughout the home. The beds are very comfortable. Communication with the host was quick and easy and they were able to accommodate our request for an early check in. We spent a lot of time out on the deck enjoying the views and the property. We would have appreciated a little more shade in the afternoons but the time of our visit presented beautiful weather and we were able to enjoy it thoroughly. The deck chairs and tables that were provided were wonderful (even the little ones for our toddler - so cute)! We also enjoyed the geese and bunnies that visited everyday. The dock was under repair so we did not venture onto it or use the kayaks. We would love to stay here again! one thing to note: one bathroom is upstairs and the other is downstairs. The upstairs bathroom has the bathtub. The bathtub is a deep soaking tub which made bath time with our toddler a bit interesting but doable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khalan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
Well stocked for linens and kitchen items. Plenty of space and a great deck to relax on and watch the boats go by. Close to stores and to an awesome beach. A lot of fun located nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

megan r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place ever
Relaxing, clean, close proximity to everything. Everyone loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Waterfront Family Retreat
The Grand River retreat exceeded our expectations. There was everything you would need for a family. Location was great...close to downtown Grand Haven. Sunrises and sunsets on the river were spectacular! We loved it. We loved kayaking and checking out the wildlife on the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Relaxation Spot on the River
This house was a great find on VRBO. I found the house to be as shown in pictures. It is nicely situated down a covered drive about an 1/8th of a way off the main road so no road noise. The house has a nice open feel, very clean, and fully stocked with towels, cleaning products, vacuum, iron, and linens (extra blankets available too), pots/pans and utensils, and a regular coffee pot. The host, Chris was reachable and responded right away if we needed anything. My friend and I enjoyed the farmers markets, blueberry markets, hudsonville ice cream, drive-in theater in Muskegon, hikes in the many parks around, scenic beach's in Grand Haven, South Haven, and Holland. We had a nice dog park within a 5 minute drive where the dogs could run to their hearts content off leash. I could not have asked for a better location to decompress and just chill. The location was so peaceful. I enjoyed watching all the animals come out in the evening (Deer, Bunny's, Opossum, Ground Hog, and Turtles). A few grocery stores are within a few miles (Meijer/D&W/WalMart). I would recommend visiting the CrossRoads Blueberry Market on Lake Michigan Drive (not far from house). The blueberry Pie and coffee cake were amazing! I would definitely recommend this location if you need some peace and quiet and some adventure in the near by cities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Ann Arbor Mi USA

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing
This cottage was very relaxing I worried I would be bored by a river view but it was fascinating to see all the boat and birds. Though the view was not straight on the colors in the sky and across the tree line was beautiful. Nice having French doors in the bedroom. Nice view great tv and beds. Could use reading lights in the bedrooms. But everything else was outstanding. We needed an accessible place and this was as advertised: easy for my husband on a scooter.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy R., Brookfield, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Riverfront Vacation Rental
Loved just chilling and watching all the boats go by from our front deck and the lovely wall of windows that faced the river. It was very peaceful and relaxing. The beds were comfy to sleep in too! Not too far from the beach and some really nice state parks. The time went by too fast!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay at this house located on the river. The view was spectacular. The house is as pictured and perfect for what we needed. The kayaks were a plus. It is a short drive into town or the grocery store. We hope to stay again the next time we come to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The property was very clean and had more than we expected. Very spacious. Comfortably slept 8 adults. Loved being right on the river. Proximity to Lake Michigan is perfect! Owners have everything there that you need. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Grand Haven
Amazing property. It was sooooo clean, great location-close to shopping, marinas, downtown, etc. Very peaceful-neighbors close on both sides but they were very quiet. Have already recommended to friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
Close to everything we wanted to do. Clean and comfortable. Was perfect for our family of five. Could’ve easily had the basement for the kids and upstairs for another adult couple. We fished off the dock and caught bass and bluegill. Couple of things, hard to find at night. Pay attention to the phone pole picture; we drove into two of the neighbors driveways before finding it. Bring beach towels. They have games and toys for the kids. Gas station 100ft away for those easy “emergency” trips. 5 min to Walmart. 10 min from Downtown. Excellent vacation, will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
We had an amazing time. The house was very clean and provided everything we needed. Great location to downtown. Very convenient to have a gas station and store in walking distance. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Randall A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Haven Grand River Home
Home met our expectations. Being on the river with the passing boaters and wildlife was relaxing and entertaining. The home could use additional nightstands with lamps in the bedrooms. We would recommend this home to any family looking to enjoy a relaxing Grand River experience..
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless, Beautiful lakeside home
We had a great time at this beautiful home! Great property and location . We loved spending time at the house relaxing on the deck and kayaking ! It was also close to Downtown Grand Haven, Holland and Muskegon and we had fun exploring all these quaint towns!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation and wildlife
We loved our stay here! The house is exactly as described with plenty of room to spread out comfortably and was spotlessly clean. The outdoor seating was perfect and we spent lots of hours on the deck watching the river go by. We didn't cook much but when we did the house had everything we needed and there was ample supply of paper products, dishwasher tabs, laundry detergent, etc. The best part for us were the kayaks available to use - there was little to no current in the area and across the river is a nature reserve along with several bayous we could easily kayak to within a mile. We saw blue herons, swans with babies, eagles, 2 sandhills cranes in the yard and lots of other wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
The Location, view, amenities were all we needed for a very enjoyable stay. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2020