Title: The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326271/52fdf83b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326271/b82cda2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326271/260a9549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326271/a50bf768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326271/dfb4f715.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to the River House of Alaska, Michigan, a serene retreat nestled on the Thornapple River. Enjoy bonfires by the riverside and unwind in this beautifully landscaped cottage with excellent river access for smallmouth bass fishing, canoeing, tubing, kayaking or swimming. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly Welcome to the River House of Alaska, Michigan, 'A Retreat for the Mind, Body, and Spirit.' A unique Pure Michigan destination! ATTENTION: It is wise to plan ahead and book your Spring and Summer 2026 vacation NOW! Thank you to all of our great guests for making the River House a successful vacation rental! We have been VRBO Premier Hosts and renting the River House since 2006 and it has been a great experience! Thanks for considering our most excellent riverside retreat for your vacation! We are near site managers and we manage and clean the River House ourselves. The River House is the ideal location to get away from the city and relax by the river. You will be able to sit outdoors by the riverside and have a bonfire and enjoy the wildlife. We hope you decide to stay with us! The River House of Alaska, Michigan, is located in the historic Village of Alaska, Michigan, located 15 miles southeast of Grand Rapids on the Thornapple River and 30 miles from Lake Michigan. This classic Cape Cod cottage, with vintage 1940 interior design, is situated on the Thornapple River in a park-like setting. The River House is well maintained and has been restored to its original beauty both inside and out. This is a great getaway from the city but also close to all the city conveniences. If you are planning on vacationing, attending seminars, weddings, visiting relatives in Grand Rapids, visiting ArtPrize, and/or touring the #1 Micro-Breweries in America, this rental may be the ideal getaway. The on-site manager is nearby for recommendations and assistance. Note: pictures of the road proximity to the River House not shown pictorially. Please use Google maps to go to the property and see the road. Guests with pets are encouraged to keep pets on a leash for their pets safety. The River House is 420 Friendly. The River House is a beautifully landscaped riverside cottage that is a great place to relax and has excellent river access. The cottage has a concrete pier that juts out into the river for excellent smallmouth bass fishing, canoeing, tubing, kayaking, and swimming. The interior of the cottage features master bedroom (upstairs) that features a California King size bed, antennaTV and side room with 2 twin beds. The main floor bedroom features a queen-size bed and dresser. The main floor living room has a pull out queen-size sleeper couch and Futon couch. The Cottage has air conditioning, Android OS TV, Wifi High-Speed Fiber -Optic Internet access and is fully furnished. Note: The Wifi system is the best wireless technology available featuring dual band 2.4 and 5.0 Mghz service. If you are a work-from-home employee you can meet all your daily work internet based connectivity requirements and utilize the desk and office setup to work remotely while at the River House. The river has easily accessible rapids that are excellent for fly fishing. The Cottage also features a riverside patio with a fieldstone barbeque grille, an excellent place to relax! There are also many public golf courses in the general vicinity. Make your dream vacation a reality at our unique riverside vacation rental, and experience a piece of heaven on earth. The River House has a heart, soul, and spirit that will satisfy your desire to find that unique vacation destination that will provide a relaxing environment and inspire memories to last a lifetime. Your River House experience will give you that precious and most-elusive commodity, time. Time to relax with loved ones. Time to think about your future. Time to reflect on your past. Time to contemplate the meaning of life. Time to fish. Time to swim. Time to canoe. Time to read. Time to catch up on sleep. Time to love. And most importantly, the environment to assure a good time. Our goal is to provide a vacation experience that will leave a lasting impression. We want you to experience Total Vacation Satisfaction and leave with a sense of ownership, leading to a strong desire to return. Your vacation experience at the River House of Alaska, Michigan will leave a lasting impression in your Mind, on your Body, and on your Spirit. Keywords: Cottage, Fishing, ArtPrize, Alaska, River, Vacation, 420 Friendly ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82945800/82945750/5080267e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning View Beautiful Home on the Thornapple River Alto - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=82945750&PinnedHotelID=82945750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111750000/111749400/111749344/2c179586.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi within walking distance of Campau Lake. 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.84444%2C-85.48038&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ir3-zfO8O-Mm7GDzQHjVOZyc3jc=) Alto, MI #### What's nearby - Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe - 5 min drive - 6.8 km - Davenport University - 5 min drive - 6.8 km - MSA Fieldhouse - 9 min drive - 13.5 km - Calvin College - 12 min drive - 17.1 km - Woodland Mall - 13 min drive - 17.1 km #### Getting around - Grand Rapids Station - 23 min drive - Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Uccello's Ristorante, Pizzeria & Sports Lounge - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The River House of Alaska, Michigan located Southeast Grand Rapids, pet friendly located? > Located in Alaska, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe, Davenport University, and MSA Fieldhouse. Patterson Ice Center and Centerpointe Mall are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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