[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat Riverfront vacation home in Gladstone with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79800000/79791100/79791021/507b7bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79800000/79791100/79791021/388eb94a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79800000/79791100/79791021/91ddfa83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79800000/79791100/79791021/0f4b9e63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79800000/79791100/79791021/3f242aab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 0 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat Escanaba River Escape – The Birch Tree Home | Modern 3-Bedroom Riverfront Retreat Where the river slows down, so do you – modern comfort meets nature’s calm. Welcome to the Birch Tree Home at Escanaba River Escape. Discover a place where life flows a little easier. The Birch Tree Home is a stylish three-bedroom, two-bath riverfront retreat tucked along Michigan’s Escanaba River – only minutes from town but a world away from the noise. Whether you’re here to kayak, fish, explore the Upper Peninsula, or simply relax by the fire, this cozy-modern getaway delivers the perfect mix of peace, comfort, and adventure. THE SPACE Step inside and instantly feel at home. • Open-concept living area with warm wood tones, modern furnishings, and plenty of natural light. • Fully equipped kitchen stocked with utensils, cookware, dishes, and full-size appliances for easy family meals. • Dining area that flows seamlessly into the living room with a Smart TV and fast Wi-Fi for streaming or remote work. • Primary bedroom with a plush queen bed and ensuite bath. • Second bedroom with a comfortable full bed. • Third bedroom with a trundle bed – perfect for kids or friends. • Second full bathroom with fresh towels and starter toiletries. • Washer and dryer provided for convenience during longer stays. Outside, a large covered porch overlooks the peaceful river. Grill dinner on the BBQ, sip morning coffee as the mist rises, or gather around the fire pit under star-filled skies. AMENITIES AT A GLANCE – Sleeps 6 comfortably – Dog friendly (up to 2 dogs, $99 fee) – Riverfront access and private kayaks provided – Fire pit, grill, and outdoor seating – Wi-Fi and Smart TV – Full kitchen, utensils, and dining area – Washer and dryer, linens, and towels – Central heating and cooling – Parking for multiple vehicles GUEST ACCESS Guests have full private access to the entire home, deck, and riverfront area. A simple self-check-in process makes arrival easy. We’re available by message during your stay if you need anything, but we’ll give you full privacy to unwind and make the place your own. THE AREA Located between Escanaba and Gladstone, this river-hugging property puts you close to everything while feeling tucked into nature. – 10 minutes to shops, restaurants, and marinas – Nearby hiking, snowmobile, and ATV trails – Great fishing in the backyard – 10 minutes to Little Bay de Noc and Lake Michigan beaches – Easy drives to Pictured Rocks, Kitch-iti-kipi, and other U.P. favorites GOOD TO KNOW – Maximum 6 guests – Up to 2 dogs allowed ($99 pet fee per stay) – No smoking indoors – Quiet hours 10 PM – 8 AM – Please supervise children and pets near the riverbank – A starter supply of paper goods and toiletries is provided WHY GUESTS LOVE IT ✓ Peaceful river views from every angle ✓ Clean, modern design that still feels cozy ✓ Perfect location – close to town yet private ✓ Kayaks, fire pit, and plenty of space to relax ✓ Dog-friendly and family-approved PART OF ESCANABA RIVER ESCAPE The Birch Tree Home is one of two neighboring riverfront rentals under the Escanaba River Escape brand. If you’re traveling with friends or extended family, check out our Modern Riverfront Retreat next door – book one or both homes to keep everyone together while still enjoying personal space. Book your stay at Escanaba River Escape – The Birch Tree Home and experience the calm, charm, and natural beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Where the river meets relaxation, you’ll find your perfect U.P. getaway. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### 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 accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60230000/60229800/60229757/eef834ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet-Friendly Riverfront Cabin on 5 Acres with Fast Wi-Fi in Central U.P.. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.876213,-87.10422&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ma%60wGjpsrO%3FW%3FU%40U%3FU%40W%40S%3FWBU%40U%40U%40UBWBSBWBSBUBUBUDUBSDSDUDUDSDSFSDSFSDSFSFSHQFSFQHQFQHSFQHQHOJQHOHQHOJOHOJOJMJOJMJMJMJMJMLKJMLKLKJILMLILILKLILGLILINGLGLGLGNENGLELENENELCNCNCNCLCNANCL%3FNANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBNBNBLBNBLDNDNDLDNFLDLFNFLFLFLHNHLFLHLJLHJHLLLHLJJJLLJJJLLLJLJLJLJNHLJNJNHNJNHPHNHPHNHPHPFRHPFPHPFRFPFRFRDRFRFRDRFRDRDTBTDRDRBVDRBTBTBRBVBR%40V%40TBT%40T%40T%40V%40R%3FV%40T%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FV%3FRAV%3FTATATAVARCVATATCTCTCTCRCTETCTERETCTERERGTERGRGRERGPGRGPGRIRGPIPGPIPIPIPINIPINKNINKNKNINKLKLKNKLMJKLKJMLKJMJMJMJKHMJMHMHMHOFMHMHMDOFMFMFODMDODODMDOBMDO%40ODO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCMAOEOAOEMCOEOEMCMGOEOGMGMGMEOIMIMGMIMIMIMKMIMKKKMKMKKMMKKMKKKMKOKMKMKOKOIOKOIOIOIQKOIQIQGQIQGQIQGSGSIQGSGQESGSESGSEUESESEUEUCSESCWCUCSCUCUCUCUAUAWASCW%3FUAUAU%3FWAS%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CLAt9v6_byGO-hKTKsNgYntXhgU=) Gladstone, MI #### What's nearby - Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 14 min drive - 10.6 km - Pioneer Trail Park - 18 min drive - 13.8 km - Gladstone Golf Club - 19 min drive - 12.7 km - Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 21 min drive - 17.4 km - Island Resort & Casino - 39 min drive - 43.8 km #### Getting around - Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Buck Inn - ‬15 min drive - ‪Gladstone Yacht Club - ‬14 min drive - ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive - ‪Saloon - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Escanaba River Escape-The Birch Tree Home Modern 3BR Riverfront Retreat located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach, Lake Michigan, and Terrace Bluff Golf Club. 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