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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Pool
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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Rapid River, MI

What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Rapid River Ski Trail - 5 min drive
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 11 min drive
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 11 min drive
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 32 min drive

About this property

Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more!

Family-friendly lodge by the river
Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more! provides a playground and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • A video library, games, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, a billiards/pool table, and books
  • A porch
Room features
All guestrooms at Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more! boast perks such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with bathtubs and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with streaming services, cable channels, and DVD players
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility

More

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Smartphone free calls (unlimited)

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

New Luxury hot Tub Sleeps 18 Pet-friendly Handicap Access
RAPID RIVER LODGE WIFI! Sleeps 18+ pet friendly Handicap Access.
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Lodge New Luxury hot Tub Sleeps 18 Pet-friendly Handicap Access
Lodge New Luxury hot Tub Sleeps 18 Pet-friendly Handicap Access

Frequently asked questions

Is Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more! located?

This family-friendly Rapid River lodge is located on the waterfront, steps from Hiawatha National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan and Little Bay de Noc. Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail and Rapid River Ski Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Rapid River Lodge: Groups welcome, hot tub, wifi, pet-friendly & more! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place For Large Groups!
We had three families totaling 14 people. This place was ideal! Plenty of bedrooms and beds for the adults and kids to pick. Plenty of bathrooms so no waiting! Plenty of space! Spent lots of time on the porch. Kids spent lots of time in the river! The whole place is homey and comfortable with everything you could need! With seven boys and a teenage girl it can be challenging to meet everyone's needs - this place nailed it! Hope to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large property with fun amenities for all
We really enjoyed our stay at the lodge! More than enough space for our family to spread out, and we enjoyed preparing meals in the large kitchen, soaking in the hot tub, playing jenga and dipping our toes in the shallow river.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was not pleased with the sewer smell
The location was very beautiful and we all had a great time catching the crayfish and releasing them. The house was definitely spacious enough for all the age groups we had. However, we were not pleased with the sewer smell that we had to deal with in two of the bedrooms we were using. I called to inform the office of this issue and the maintenance man came with a can of Febreeze and sprayed that and left and nothing more was said or done the rest of our stay. For the $7000.00 I paid I was not at all impressed by the actions to resolve this manner. Upon checking out I called the office to let them know we were departing and the lady that answered the phone was very pleasant(not the same person I dealt with previously to report the sewage smell) she informed me that this same issue happend last year to someone. She also stated she doesn't agree with some of the practices at this property! Perhaps instead of masking the problem with the septic, the owners fix it. This is not at all acceptable or sanitary. I was not offered a refund for anything and I feel this is unfair. This was a family vacation we took our children and grandchildren on to make memories...we do this only once every other year. Despite the septic issue we made sure we left the house in a very clean condition, perhaps cleaner than when we arrived. I would hope that some things improve here to ensure a much better experience for future renters. We have rentals of our own and would be on this asap!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a group
We had a great stay with extended family. Everyone had space to spread out when we need and a big porch, family room and dinner table to come together as a group. The lodge was clean, well stocked and comfortable for all of us. Cara was very responsive to questions. There is a park next door that gets a good amount of traffic during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical winter wonderland
Imagine pulling up to the house, snow lightly falling. You open the door and the first vision of the interior of the house is soft lights highlighting the big open living space, kitchen and dining room. Our stay at Rapid River Lodge was filled with moments of "is this real?". We had a group of 11, ranging in age from 3 to 48. We had so much space to spread out. Plenty of rooms/beds/linens/towels. We had no problem preparing the food we brought with all that was supplied at Rapid River Lodge. They have so much on hand to prepare for large groups. The sleeping arrangements were wonderful! They had beds for babies, bed gates for our 3 year old, and plenty of sleeping space for our kids to choose from. My husband and I slept in the king bed, which has a mattress that is so comfortable. We slept great! Our sons slept in the room with the best view, along the river, and enjoyed waking up to the gorgeous winter view of the river. The first night it was snowing when we arrived, though it wasn't snowing just 15 miles away. The kids loved the magic of sitting in the hot tub watching the snow fall on a long winter's night. The next day we explored the yard, walked to the bridge, and took a short hike along some trails. Again, it was a winter wonderland. The property is a hidden gem of peaceful tranquility. Quiet, though not far from a main road. This property pays attention to details! We had so many options for playing games, putting puzzles together, enjoying time talking as a family, and watching the river. Our 3 year old loved the movies they had on hand to watch in the main area. As a former housekeeper for a bed and breakfast, I noticed how clean each space is. They pay attention to cleanliness which keeps the property looking amazing. My kids favorite part was how open the lodge is and how fun it was to explore all the different areas...the ultimate hide and go seek space. Before the first day was over, my kids were asking if we could come back next year! We didn't use much technology, yet the kids thought this was one of their favorite winter vacations. When we did need it, the wi-fi worked great and the landline phone was wonderful to stay connected with my elderly mother while we were away. We pretty much stayed on the property for the two days we were here. My kids said three or four days here would have been perfect. Thank you Rapid River Lodge for offering a space to give families a beautiful winter retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for groups
We had such a great stay!! Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Traverse City

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for large groups
Very great property to host large gatherings! Spacious interior, great kitchen utilities, and very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Up North
Very spacious! Great for handicapped!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernice L., Ann arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
“Grandma, I LOVE this place!”
…so said my 2.5 year-old grandson, and my immediate and extended family totally agreed. The lodge is spacious, welcoming and clean. There were plenty of bedrooms to accommodate our group of 10 adults and 5 kids. Dinners at the great table where all had a seat were delightful. The setting with the shallow river in front and the park on the side was perfect. All enjoyed the hot tub at night viewing the stars. We had a magical time with lots of pics to prove it.

10/10 Excellent

Celestina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Photography Retreat here
Another perfect retreat! Clean, has everything you need and close enough to all the major scenic spots! Can’t wait to do the next one.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., vanderbilt

Liked: Cleanliness
All the room you need for a big group of people.
We had 5 familys that included kids of all ages and had enough sleeping space and the entertainment room was incredible. This lodge was a awesome open floor plan to entertain one another with the outdoor space added for the entertainment. The best thing was the river flowing right out the back deck. The huge hot tub was a favorite on the side deck while listening to the river rushing across the rocks. The kitchen had everthing and anything to supply your needs of utensils, pans, bowls, salad bowls, silverware and way too much to list. Having the 2 fridges there was awesome due to how much food we had there. The kids had so much to do in the lodge to keep them entertained and the room to play. The lodge was really clean especially for how big it is. This lodge is amazing and will definitely be a happy returning customer. Highly recommended for big groups. Thanks for everything and giving us this experience at the Rapid River Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We really enjoyed our stay at the lodge! Sitting out on the deck listening to the river was very relaxing! The lodge was clean and has plenty of room. We would love to go there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hidden gem
We found this property when we expanded our search outside of the Munising area and boy are we glad we did! This property is everything that you would hope for and more in a rental. It was a beautiful house in a fantastic location directly on the river. The hot tub was a nice touch. We had everything we needed and more and look forward to vacations here in the future. Thanks so much for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place for a gathering
This place more than exceeded our expectations of the entire group. Upon arrival it was very clean and well organized. There is more than enough space to house a large group and yet still not be on top of one another. The game room and park next door provided tons of fun for the smaller kids and the surrounding view is spectacular. Cant wait to give it a try in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Really great property and place to stay! Very cozy! My family and I loved it. Lots of space for the kids to run around. Great hiking areas right by the lodge and nearby trails to ice caves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
This place is beautiful. Words don’t describe how amazing it is. Clean, comfortable and Absolutely a great get away! The river is right off the deck. Lodge is clean and well kept. Communication is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timm R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All around GREAT Exerience
Stayed with my large family, including two handicapped children. Our experience was GREAT. One hiccup with the security code for the front door, but the owner took care of it within minutes. Cleaning crew jump started our vehicle for us when we accidentally drained our battery. Bonus points! Already recommended to other families and definitely will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The lodge was a wonderful open space with plenty of room for the kids to play. The River was so beautiful and peaceful, we enjoyed are really enjoyed our stAy and plan on a return visit
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Northern Lodge
The lodge was beautiful, and the level of service was beyond 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Perfect for our ever-growing family! Lots of room for the kiddos to run around, a table that fit most everyone, beds and bathrooms were nice, and a great fire pit to boot. We’ll be back—thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas gathering
We had a wonderful time together as a family. The accommodations were perfect. We’ll definitely stay there again!

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
We had a great time on vacation with all (most of) the children and grandchildren. The lodge was spacious and comfortable, well furnished, well kept, Beautiful! The bedrooms are big and surprisingly soundproof. With so many little ones in one place, no one woke anyone else in the night, that was perfect. Beautiful surroundings, the river (stream) behind the lodge was amazing. The children played there for hours. Plenty of seating spaces for meals and games. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth l G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had 18 people and we had enough room and then some. It has everything that we needed. Beautiful setting and very relaxing. We will defiantly be back. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rapid River Review
We had a wonderful vacation at Rapid River. The lodge is large, clean, well stocked and the environment is beautiful. Freshwater personnel were very helpful and kind. Not a complaint - just a suggestion: the lodge has many glass sliding doors - but many do not have screens or operate properly. It would be great to be able to open these and enjoy the breeze. I would certainly recommend the Lodge to any larger group - we were a multi-generation family of 11 - it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ammel Vacation 2019 Rapid River Lodge
Overall, the place was great and very accommodating! We were not sure what was included and we definitely over packed. Next time, we will know. We were very comfortable with plenty of room. The size of the kitchen was superb! Loved cooking and sitting everyone around the big table for a meal. The view was spectacular and the river was a lot of fun to go in. Very relaxing sitting on the back porch and listening to the water. We had a few issues with ants and moths in the 3rd bedroom. In addition, the bottom bunks in the third bedroom were not very comfortable (adults slept there). The 3rd bedroom is OK for kids but not adults, plus there were no closets/dressers for clothing. We had 6 in the room and bags/suit cases everywhere! That was hard, but we managed. We attempted to use the sleeper sofa in the living room area, but the mattress was nasty. We had two kids end of sleeping on the couches since the bedroom had ants on the ceiling.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019