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Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Smart TV, computer monitors
Dining
Nestled into the hillside of Muskegon River, this 1,300 sf waterfront house in Stanwood Michigan offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy scenic river views from the family room or huge deck, go fishing off the 30' seawall and bring your own boat to explore nearby all-sports lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River

This 1,300 sf waterfront house is nestled into the hillside of the Muskegon River in Stanwood Michigan on a private road. The quiet country location is peaceful and beautiful yet only 10 minutes from downtown Big Rapids. This meticulously maintained home can be used as a summer getaway on the water or a winter retreat close to snowmobile trails. The main level entrance contains a family room with fantastic river views. There is also a full kitchen, dining area, utility room with washer/dryer, full bath and bedroom on this main level. Relax outside on the huge deck and feel like you are right over the river! Go upstairs for an additional bedroom, full bath and an a large 20x24 living area with scenic river views. Bring your fishing pole and cast a line! Feel free to bring your own boat and attach to the 30' seawall; this river opens up into a large all-sports lake right before Roger's Dam. Two kayaks and life jackets are also available for your use.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

** This is a very safe neighborhood, and for your added protection, we have security cameras installed outside the front door, garage and back deck.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River Stanwood

About the neighborhood

Map
Stanwood, MI

What's nearby

  • P&J Plantiques - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Falcon Head Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Ferris State University - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Robert L. Ewigleben Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Jim Crow Museum - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of P&J Plantiques, Huron-Manistee National Forest, and Clear Lake. Falcon Head Golf Course and Clear Lake Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Waterfront Home on the Muskegon River Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, comfortable and relaxing place right on the river. Great location and many options for shopping or dining close by. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

D'Monet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second stay here, it was absolutely amazing both times. The house is so beautiful, super cozy, and equipped with everything you may need. The Hosts are so kind and welcoming. I am will definitely be back, it’s becoming our favorite getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best vacation spots we have stayed at! Everything was top-notch, and this was the perfect little getaway for a mini honeymoon that we could’ve asked for. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. Sitting on the deck overlooking the river was a great time of relaxing and making memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The best place to just sit and relax!! Amazing wildlife on the river. Highly recommend staying here?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great! It was so beautiful! Would love to make this a yearly thing! Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

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

Rey's retirement :)

Our stay was amazing. The house is absolutely beautiful. We were able to do some fishing, but honestly just taking in the view was worth it all. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and close to Big Rapids where you can shop and have a meal out. The house was equipped with everything and then some to cook all your meals at the house. We had such a lovely stay and will return when I travel again to see my family
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Everything was better than pictured!

We enjoyed this home so much that we stayed home more than we had planned. It was clean, very well stocked and a beautiful location. The grill was wonderful. We enjoyed the deer prints on the beach area each day and the privacy the home provided. Probably one of the best VRBO locations we have been to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

River House

I was very impressed with the river house! It was very clean and located in a quiet neighborhood! The views of the river were amazing! We enjoyed fishing and kayaking right from the property! The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and utensils! I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Perfect!!!

This was absolutely the BEST experience I've ever had with a VRBO. We loved the place, felt right at home, had a relaxing visit, and super-easy communication with the host. Loved it so much that I'm planning a return visit with my husband in the fall. Thank you, Gail, for your 24/7 availability, and your true sense of caring that your guests are having an enjoyable experience :-)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora S.

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

Great place!

Very accommodating for our couples golf trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Felt like HOME

Our stay at this riverside beauty was peaceful and comfortable; and it felt like home. I can see why all of the reviews are a 10 out of 10. We whole heartedly agree. I especially appreciated the soft linens and new towels. We hosted a Father’s Day lunch for immediate family and the deck was perfect! We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

The BEST hosts.

Never before have we stayed at a property where the hosts were more accommodating. From the snacks left to the "just leave everything and we will take care of it.There really needs to be more stars to give for hosts like Kevin and Gail.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

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

Lovely, comfortable, and clean

Lovely, well cared for home! We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina F.

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

Birthday getaway

We loved our stay so much considering coming back for our anniversary thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tom b.

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

Another great stay

2nd year for us here and enjoyed it even more than last time! Great spot that is close to everything. Very quiet and peaceful, great views of the water! Cottage has everything you need and very clean. Looking forward to coming back for another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Family getaway

The home was very clean. The host did a wonderful job of communicating with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia G.

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

River vacation

We enjoyed our time here. All the comforts of home. Beautiful view, and wildlife. We enjoyed paddling and our pontoon on Roger's Pond and the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A.

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

Clean and beautiful!!

We had a wonderful time!! Just breathtaking❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

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

Perfect Lake House Weekend

This house was exactly what my friends & I were looking for to host a fall kayaking weekend. The host was extremely accommodating, even let us check in early. They were quick to respond to all questions and even left us snacks 😃. The house is perfectly set up, comfortable and located close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Best VRBO host

This property is amazing. The host is over the top thoughtful and has everything you need to feel at home. Very clean home with a great location on the river. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Memorial Day recharge weekend

This squeaky clean, cozy and relaxing home was perfect for a long weekend of chilling! Highly recommend for a great re-set!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexi W.

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

Cutest place with the sweetest hosts!

Could not recommend Gail & Kevin’s place more! They were so wonderful and accommodating and the rental itself is perfect. Impeccably clean, fantastic outdoor areas, and fast WiFi for anyone who needs to work! Gail responded to any questions within minutes. Highly highly recommend for a week-long trip :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohan J.

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

Very nice and clean place

Very clean house, right on the Muskegon river. It was a perfect home away home - did not miss anything. the entire house is very clean - bedrooms, bathrooms etc. We had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023