Entire cabin

The River Cabin

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

The River Cabin

The River Cabin is a log cabin located on the Muskegon River in Newaygo, MI. It was built 80 feet above the river in the 1920s and has since been updated to make it a serene home.

The owners have preserved the original cabin as the large, gathering room and porch that serves as a hangout with an additional sleeping area. Open layout to the kitchen and dining area. Spacious, skylight windows, and 360 degree views of nature

The Primary bedroom overlooks the river with its own bathroom and stone shower. It has a king bed, heated floor, and ceiling fan. The second bedroom has a queen bed, heated floor, and across the hall from the bathroom/laundry room. The main bathroom has a heated floor, stone shower, and laundry with washer/dryer.

Green space all around the cabin with a hammock, picnic table, lawn furniture, and fire pit. The River Cabin is above the river 80 feet on a steep hill and not recommended for unsupervised children. Prepare to walk up and down several stairs to the riverbank.

The Muskegon River is considered one of the best tailwater fisheries east of the Mississippi and it rarely freezes. Fish from the riverbank all year round. During the summer months the river is enjoyed by recreational tubing, paddlers, and boating.

Enjoy bird and nature watching from a lawn chair or take a walk. The country roads that lead to the cabin are great for walks, runs, or bike rides.

The River Cabin has modern amenities and immerses you in nature for an unforgettable experience.

Property manager

Lewis Smalligan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Lake - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Emerald Lake - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Kimball Lake - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Crystal Lake - 31 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leppinks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The River Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Cabin?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Abeys Lake and Cope Lake. Twinwood Lake and Pickerel Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The River Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marina I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place
This is a fantastic cabin, we loved everything! Lots of wildlife to enjoy and the Muskegon river. The cabin is very nice and well equipped. For older people with knee issues the staircase to the river might be an issue, it’s long, about 80 steps. My only suggestion is to add a hummingbird feeder :). A few came by to check out other feeders.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great cabin, very unique. Close to everything. Sweet river view as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin, Cozy stay
The cabin listing photos do not do this place justice. It is beautiful. You get the authentic log cabin experience mixed with modern amenities and beautiful works of art. I particularly enjoyed the book collection, the stone showers and bird watching from the primary bedroom windows. The river is peaceful and wildlife is plentiful. We saw a bald Eagle soar by daily, a flock of turkeys and many deer along with the chipmunks, squirrels and birds. The cabin was so cozy and stayed cool even on hot days, that is was hard to leave to explore and adventure elsewhere. Our only regret was not staying longer to enjoy the many indoor and outdoor games provided as well as enjoy fishing from the river longer. Many thanks to sharing your special place with us. My family truly enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tammie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a great time fishing and floating in the river. We had a little rain but nothing that stopped us from enjoying our time. Lewis and Amanda were very nice and responded to questions right away. Overall a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022