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Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player
Welcome to this lovely home on the Grand River, where families and friends can unwind in a relaxing environment. Enjoy outdoor activities like grilling or shooting hoops on the basketball court, then soak in the Jacuzzi tub after a day of boating or exploring downtown Grand Haven.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock

This lovely home on the Grand River offers relaxing and inviting environment for families and friends. Property offers wraparound deck with large yard and lots of outdoor space. Includes grill, basketball court. Bring your boat and take a ride to Spring Lake or all the way to Lake Michigan or downtown Grand Haven. Boat launch just a quarter of a mile down the road from the property. Inside amenities include a Jacuzzi tub, newer kitchen appliances With dishwasher. Fully stocked kitchen and linens. Relax at the property or take a less than 10 minute drive to downtown Grand Haven for shopping, restaurants, more waterfront and nightlife.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking allowed. No smoking indoors.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

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Exterior
River with boat launch and lake. Kayaks and paddle boards included!!
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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: small dogs only- with additional fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking allowed. No smoking indoors.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

River Retreat With Boat Dock
Grand River Retreat With Boat Dock Grand Haven
Grand River Retreat With Boat Dock Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Stearns Creek Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Connor Bayou County Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Connor Bayou - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Robinson Township Park - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 12 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 28 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Speedy Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ted’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Stearns Creek Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Connor Bayou. Connor Bayou County Park and Crockery Creek Natural Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Grand River Retreat with Boat Dock Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time at this place. I love the view on the river and the kids love the kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dyan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very comfortable. Hosts were terrific!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

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

Amazing Family Getaway

This property is the perfect place for a family retreat! It has great access to restaurants, beaches and downtown shopping. Our favorite thing was sitting on the front porch at sunset looking at the amazing view of the Grand River. The Hosts are VERY attentive and responsive-which made the stay even more special. The property has everything you need for the river adventure including kayaks and fishing poles! We plan to come back again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Nice waterfront access with wildlife all around. Very peaceful location. Beautiful sunrise/sunsets. Close to many activities. Loved all the space on the deck to sit and relax.I would suggest updating decking- some actual holes in it and some screw heads sticking up where wood has broken away. Possibly clear some area of lillypads for swimming. We still enjoyed swimming, floating, & kayaking. Overall great vacation and would visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay Y.

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

family vacation

Really enjoyed our stay in Grand Haven. The house was very comfortable, clean, and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Grand River home

Great location to Grand Haven. Great porch for relaxing and watching birds and boats.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe g.

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

Wonderful property

Great location on the water. Modern, clean, with a great view overlooking the river! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Perfect stay

The house was just as advertised. Clean, amazing location, and the river offered so much fun. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Family Reunion

Beautiful, quiet scenery. My son enjoyed kayaking everyday, and the porch was big enough to grill out and host 15 of our local Michigan family members for lunch. Lovely venue.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

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

Great Value

Roomy and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Spacious Waterfront Family Retreat

The Grand River retreat exceeded our expectations. There was everything you would need for a family. Location was great...close to downtown Grand Haven. Sunrises and sunsets on the river were spectacular! We loved it. We loved kayaking and checking out the wildlife on the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

obe f.

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

Fantastic spot

We loved staying on this property. It was so spacious and clean. Very well stocked, and the location was ideal! About 10 minutes from everything. It was perfect for a family of 6, with a pet. Everyone got to go fishing and kayaking from the backyard. Grill was available and ready for the salmon the boys caught during a charter fishing trip. We would definitely book with the home again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

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

River House

The accommodations were clean and well maintained. The house was spacious and accommodated the five people in our party very well. It was a short drive to all of the attractions in grand Haven that we wanted to visit. Our only suggestion is that they upgrade the mattresses, as most were not firm enough. Overall, I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Relaxing stay on the lake

This was the second time we rented this property for our family. It was again the perfect choice for us -- convenient drive to downtown Grand Haven and shopping while providing peace and relaxation on the lake. We made good use of the kayaks and saw bald eagles, hawks, herons, other waterbirds, and even deer during our paddles. One evening we even stayed up and saw the Northern Lights from the patio. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and well-appointed. We plan to stay here again next summer. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Wonderful week at Grand River Retreat

The house and its environment were exactly what we hoped for. The house was clean and quiet with all the amenities we wanted, including a new outdoor grill and cornhole equipment. I loved kayaking on the Grand River almost everyday, seeing cranes, herons, many smaller birds and even beavers. This section of the Grand River is quite nice -- boats passing by but mostly peaceful. Our 3 year old granddaughter visited and loved playing on the patio. The location is very convenient for driving to downtown Grand Haven, and Grand Rapids is also convenient. I totally recommend this house to anyone who is looking for a relaxing time that is still near beaches and tourist attractions. The owners were responsive and very easy to work with. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawny W.

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

beautiful home and location

We were in town to visit family and loved this home and its location. We loved that this home was not in the downtown GH area and we loved that it had an amazing location on the river. It was a bit difficult to find the driveway the first few times (the flower wasn't by the road as in the pictures) but we soon got used to it and looked for the telephone pole with reflectors. The home is beautifully decorated. There is ample room throughout the home. The beds are very comfortable. Communication with the host was quick and easy and they were able to accommodate our request for an early check in. We spent a lot of time out on the deck enjoying the views and the property. We would have appreciated a little more shade in the afternoons but the time of our visit presented beautiful weather and we were able to enjoy it thoroughly. The deck chairs and tables that were provided were wonderful (even the little ones for our toddler - so cute)! We also enjoyed the geese and bunnies that visited everyday. The dock was under repair so we did not venture onto it or use the kayaks. We would love to stay here again! one thing to note: one bathroom is upstairs and the other is downstairs. The upstairs bathroom has the bathtub. The bathtub is a deep soaking tub which made bath time with our toddler a bit interesting but doable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khalan C.

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

Perfect vacation

Well stocked for linens and kitchen items. Plenty of space and a great deck to relax on and watch the boats go by. Close to stores and to an awesome beach. A lot of fun located nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

megan r.

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

Best place ever

Relaxing, clean, close proximity to everything. Everyone loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Perfect Relaxation Spot on the River

This house was a great find on VRBO. I found the house to be as shown in pictures. It is nicely situated down a covered drive about an 1/8th of a way off the main road so no road noise. The house has a nice open feel, very clean, and fully stocked with towels, cleaning products, vacuum, iron, and linens (extra blankets available too), pots/pans and utensils, and a regular coffee pot. The host, Chris was reachable and responded right away if we needed anything. My friend and I enjoyed the farmers markets, blueberry markets, hudsonville ice cream, drive-in theater in Muskegon, hikes in the many parks around, scenic beach's in Grand Haven, South Haven, and Holland. We had a nice dog park within a 5 minute drive where the dogs could run to their hearts content off leash. I could not have asked for a better location to decompress and just chill. The location was so peaceful. I enjoyed watching all the animals come out in the evening (Deer, Bunny's, Opossum, Ground Hog, and Turtles). A few grocery stores are within a few miles (Meijer/D&W/WalMart). I would recommend visiting the CrossRoads Blueberry Market on Lake Michigan Drive (not far from house). The blueberry Pie and coffee cake were amazing! I would definitely recommend this location if you need some peace and quiet and some adventure in the near by cities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Ann Arbor Mi USA

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

So relaxing

This cottage was very relaxing I worried I would be bored by a river view but it was fascinating to see all the boat and birds. Though the view was not straight on the colors in the sky and across the tree line was beautiful. Nice having French doors in the bedroom. Nice view great tv and beds. Could use reading lights in the bedrooms. But everything else was outstanding. We needed an accessible place and this was as advertised: easy for my husband on a scooter.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy R., Brookfield, IL USA

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

Charming Riverfront Vacation Rental

Loved just chilling and watching all the boats go by from our front deck and the lovely wall of windows that faced the river. It was very peaceful and relaxing. The beds were comfy to sleep in too! Not too far from the beach and some really nice state parks. The time went by too fast!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay at this house located on the river. The view was spectacular. The house is as pictured and perfect for what we needed. The kayaks were a plus. It is a short drive into town or the grocery store. We hope to stay again the next time we come to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Family getaway

The property was very clean and had more than we expected. Very spacious. Comfortably slept 8 adults. Loved being right on the river. Proximity to Lake Michigan is perfect! Owners have everything there that you need. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth P.

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

Paradise in Grand Haven

Amazing property. It was sooooo clean, great location-close to shopping, marinas, downtown, etc. Very peaceful-neighbors close on both sides but they were very quiet. Have already recommended to friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

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

Great little place

Close to everything we wanted to do. Clean and comfortable. Was perfect for our family of five. Could’ve easily had the basement for the kids and upstairs for another adult couple. We fished off the dock and caught bass and bluegill. Couple of things, hard to find at night. Pay attention to the phone pole picture; we drove into two of the neighbors driveways before finding it. Bring beach towels. They have games and toys for the kids. Gas station 100ft away for those easy “emergency” trips. 5 min to Walmart. 10 min from Downtown. Excellent vacation, will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021