Title: Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River - 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 cabin # Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113694900/113694844/633d804a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113694900/113694844/69f9b298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113694900/113694844/b11f3198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113694900/113694844/42c18ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113694900/113694844/7efd8401.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River Escape to Riverwood Retreat, a charming 3-bedroom cottage nestled by Bighead River and surrounded by lush forest. Enjoy a blend of modern amenities and antique wood furnishings, creating a cozy yet stylish atmosphere. Ideal for relaxation or adventures in nature, our cottage promises a serene getaway with all the comforts of home. Perfect for families and small groups. Welcome to Riverwood Retreat, your serene getaway nestled by the Bighead River and surrounded by lush forests. Our quaint three-bedroom cottage comfortably accommodates six guests, making it an ideal choice for family vacations or small group retreats. ♛ MAIN HOUSE ♛ Step into our charming cottage and immediately feel the blend of modern amenities and rustic charm. The cozy living room, with its large windows and a large wood-burning fireplace, is perfect for creating lasting memories. ★ Living Room ★ Relax by the soothing river views or enjoy the warmth of the antique wood accents and the crackling fireplace: ✔ Comfortable Sofa with Pillows & Blankets ✔ Stylish Rocking and Accent Chairs ✔ Smart TV - Roku ✔ Coffee Table ✔ Reading Lamp ✔ Large Wood-Burning Fireplace ★ Kitchen & Dining ★ Our modern kitchen is equipped for any culinary enthusiast, featuring sleek appliances and a functional layout: ✔ Microwave ✔ Oven ✔ Induction Stove ✔ Toaster ✔ Blender ✔ Coffee Maker ✔ Hot Water Kettle ✔ Dishwasher ✔ Refrigerator/Freezer ✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water ✔ Trays ✔ Glasses ✔ Silverware ✔ Pots & Pans Dine with a view or step out onto the back deck to enjoy the fresh air: ✔ Dining Table with Seating for 6 ✔ Access to the Back Deck ★ Sleeping Arrangements - 3 Bedrooms ★ Our three well-appointed bedrooms provide a peaceful night’s sleep with added comforts: ♛ Bedroom 1: Queen-Size Bed ♛ Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Bed ♛ Bedroom 3: Double Bed Each bedroom is equipped with: ✔ Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets ✔ Dressers and/or Closets with Hangers and Shelves ✔ Night Stands with Reading Lights ★ Bathroom ★ The cottage features two refreshing bathrooms with modern fittings and essential toiletries: ✔ Shower (Upstairs) ✔ Clawfoot Tub (Downstairs) ✔ Vanity ✔ Mirror ✔ Toilet ✔ Towels ✔ Essential Toiletries ✔ Hair Dryer ★ Basement Living Room ★ Retreat to the basement living room, a perfect spot for relaxation and entertainment: ✔ Cozy Chairs with Pillows & Blankets ✔ Books & Bookcase ✔ Board Games & Puzzles ✔ Futon Couch ♛ OUTDOOR AREAS ♛ Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature on our expansive property by the river: ✔ Outdoor Seating with River View ✔ Fire Pit with Surrounding Seating ✔ Natural Forest ✔ Volleyball Net ✔ Snowshoe Trails with Complimentary Snowshoes Every corner of Riverwood Retreat is designed to offer comfort, tranquility, and memorable experiences. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape or an adventurous getaway, our cottage provides the perfect backdrop. Experience the enchantment of the river, forest, and cozy fires at Riverwood Retreat. We look forward to welcoming you! The property is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home. Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home also comes with the following: ✔ Wi-Fi ✔ Self Check-In (Smart Lock) ✔ Air Conditioning ✔ Heating ✔ Washer/Dryer ✔ Iron/Board ✔ Free Parking ★ Fun & Games ★ ✔ Board games ★ Outdoor Amenities ★ ✔ Fire pit ✔ BBQ ✔ River Access ✔ Volleyball Net We will be accessible 24/7 for our guests via phone, text, or the Airbnb app. Expect a quick and prompt response. We give our guests space but are available for every inquiry. Most of the time we will not be available to meet with guests but don't hesitate to contact us. Contact us now so we can begin arranging your perfect vacation! ★ Meaford is proudly a LGBTQ+ friendly town! ★ ★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★ Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out. ★ PET-FRIENDLY HOME ★ Bring your furry friends along for an exciting vacation. They'll enjoy and run around the spacious backyard while you relax on the comfy patio. ★ NO SMOKING INSIDE ★ Please refrain from smoking inside the home! Any smoking evidence will result in a fee for odour removal and furniture cleaning. ★ NO PARTIES/EVENTS ★ We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits. ★ NOISE MONITORING ★ To ensure you have a wonderful stay, we’ve equipped this home with a Minut sensor. It monitors noise (but does not record sound), occupancy, temperature and humidity, helping us keep our home and our neighbourhood safe, healthy and comfortable. It notifies us if it gets too loud, to ensure all guests have a pleasant stay and our neighbours are not disturbed. ★ GUIDEBOOKS ★ We take being good hosts seriously, and we are proud "Hostfully Hosts." This means when you stay with us, we will email you a Hostfully guidebook link. The guidebook contains all the essential information about your stay, as well as provide recommendations for things to do in the surrounding areas. It's easy to navigate, and if you are out and about, you can access it from your phone. Thank you very much for your understanding. \*\* Occupancy & Visitors \*\* \- Maximum of 6 guests allowed on the property. No additional visitors are permitted beyond those listed on the reservation. Thank you for respecting this. \*\* Pets \*\* \- Dogs are welcome but due to severe allergies, cats are not permitted under any circumstances. \*\* Noise, Behaviour & Events \*\* \- No parties or events permitted. \- Loud music is not allowed outdoors in accordance with municipal by-laws. \- No fireworks at any time. \- Any fines issued by a by-law officer (e.g., for noise, off-leash pets, fireworks, etc.) will be the responsibility of the guest and will be passed on accordingly. \*\* Smoking \*\* \- Smoking is not allowed indoors. \- Guests are welcome to smoke outside only—please be respectful and dispose of cigarette butts properly. \*\* Garbage & Recycling \*\* \- Your cleaning fee covers disposal of up to 4 full-sized garbage/recycling bags. \- Garbage and recycling must be sorted into separate clear bags (provided): 1\. Garbage 2\. Cans/Plastics/Glass 3\. Paper/Fibre 4\. Beer/Liquor containers Additional fees: \- $20 per extra bag of garbage or recycling. \- $10 per bag if sorting is incorrect and requires re-sorting to meet municipal dump requirements. \*\* Cottage Etiquette \*\* \- We are a no-shoes household—please remove shoes upon entering. \- Please lock all doors when the property is unattended. \- Turn off lights when not in use—let’s be energy conscious together! \*\* Septic System \*\* \- The cottage runs on a septic system. Please flush toilet paper only—no wipes, hygiene products, or other materials. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110100000/110099100/110099100/e764cdcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cabin on the shore of Georgian Bay. 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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 ### Property is also known as 358892 ## 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%7C44.57975%2C-80.65043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qgL7rXBCru7iROQe-YqZ-ekSkXw=) Meaford, ON #### What's nearby - Meaford Golf & Country Club - 6 min drive - 7.6 km - Meaford Harbour - 7 min drive - 8.4 km - Lora Bay Golf Club - 15 min drive - 18.9 km - Thornbury Harbour - 18 min drive - 22.9 km - Blue Mountain Beach - 25 min drive - 31.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Dam Pub - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Leeky Canoe Pub & Eatery - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River? > As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $271.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Meaford-Hotels-Riverwood-Retreat-Modern-Charm-By-The-River.h113694844.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Riverwood Retreat: Modern Charm by the River located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Beautiful Joe Park, Meaford Hospital, and Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre. Meaford Public Library and Meaford Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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