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A wooden staircase leading to a cabin in a forested area with a stream at the base. - Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly (Irons)
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a forested area with a small stream. - Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly (Irons)
A cozy cabin interior with a living area, a sofa, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a television. - Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly (Irons)
A cozy wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, ceiling fan, wall-mounted TV, and framed pictures. - Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly (Irons)
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a dining area, a living room with a sofa and armchair, and a kitchen in the background. - Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly (Irons)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly

  • Welcome to our serene riverfront cottage, a tranquil retreat nestled amidst the beauty of nature. If you're seeking peace, relaxation, & a touch of adventure, look no further. Our cottage offers a perfect blend of rustic charm & modern comforts, ensuring an unforgettable stay.

    There are many nearby lakes & rivers to explore and enjoy, including the Big Sable River off the back deck of the cottage. The North Country Trail is a half mile down the road for a close place to take an adventure.

    The space
    To enhance your outdoor experience, the house offers a fenced patio that provides privacy and while enjoying the river views. It's an ideal spot for relaxing, hosting intimate gatherings, or simply unwinding in the embrace of nature. The cottage offers a master bedroom with a king bed and a picturesque view of the river through the sliding glass doors and walk-out deck. A second bedroom offers privacy and comfort with a queen and twin bed off from the dining room. The living room, kitchen, and dining area provide a space for gathering and entertaining in the colder months with a tranquil view overlooking the river. The third bedroom is detached and features a knotty pine interior with a full bed and a twin bunk bed. While it is detached from the home and located in the garage, it has a wall heater and will keep you comfortable throughout your winter stay.

    Other things to note
    There are many nearby lakes and rivers to explore and enjoy, including the Big Sable River off the back deck of the cottage. The North Country Trail is a half mile down the road with breathtaking views of the Manistee National Forest, including a beautiful bridge over the Big Sable River a short walk away.
    The cottage is a great base camp for exploring the many miles of ORV trails Lake County has to offer. For fishermen and women, there are countless lakes and some of the best trout rivers in the state nearby with steelhead and salmon runs. For winter adventures, snowmobile trails are closeby, and skiing at Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort is a 30 minute drive. If you are looking for lakeshore beaches, Ludington and Manistee offer some of the best freshwater beaches in the country.

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About the area

Irons is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Sauble Lakes can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Fawn Crest Golf Course. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding. Visit our Irons travel guide
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Irons, MI

What's nearby

  • A waterfall surrounded by autumn-colored trees.
    Huron-Manistee National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • An aerial view of a golf course surrounded by autumn-colored trees.
    Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
    36 min drive - 58.7 km
  • Sauble Lakes
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Little River Casino
    49 min drive - 74.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    55 min drive - 70.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jackie's Place
    21 min drive
  • Blossom's Resturant
    4 min drive
  • Gnome Acres
    12 min drive
  • Club 37 Food & Spirits
    12 min drive
  • Twin Pines Restaurant
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Irons, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Sauble Lakes. Loon Lake and Bass Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Riverside Retreat: Beautiful River Views & Pet Friendly Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and very beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Little Cabin

Nice little cabin, tucked away on the river. We enjoyed our stay for our fishing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great location! River is great. Saw wildlife. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation cabin

Absolutely stunning views overlooking the river. Was awesome to enjoy a cup of coffee on the deck and be away from the city. Very quiet and peaceful ,relaxing location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

This is a beautiful location and property. We loved our stay. It felt so homely and comfortable. My husband and our dogs stayed here and definitely want to stay here again. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Amazing spot! Beautiful views and a fun creek to play in! Best nature vibe I had in a long time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

We loved our stay everything was clean and easy to find the instruction book was easy to follow. We loved how you could just walk right down to water or just sit on deck and listen to the water running was perfect place to stay for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is centrally located to all the outdoor activities that my group enjoys. (Golf, river rafting, casino)The view off the porch/living room is outstanding. My Frenchie laid on the porch for hours watching all the wildlife The cabin really felt like home with all the little details: couch blankets, lots of kitchen supplies, extra pillows on the bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All that I can say, is thanks to Alex for having us at such a beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and home were just beautiful. Perfect for me and my two dogs. My dogs enjoyed the river right in the back yard and watching the squirrels through the big windows and glass doors. I enjoyed the comfy living room and eating out on the balcony. It was so easy and relaxing. The check in instructions were easy to follow.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Easy check in. Bathroom extremely small and dis not lile the fact in the description stated 3 bedrooms one bath. Never does it say one bedroom is in the garage not attached tonhouse or bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our stay was very good. The river is very shallow, fishing is really nonexistent at this time of year. The area is very remote, travel times for a large grocery store is over 35 minutes. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Just be aware. The cabin is cute with WiFi that is solid. Small bar and grill five minutes away.Pet friendly policy is much appreciated.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot! Quiet & relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026