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Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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About the neighborhood

Newaygo

This vacation home places you next to Huron-Manistee National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Hardy Dam Reservoir Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Hardy Dam Reservoir Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Hardy Dam County Marina - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Newaygo State Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Sandy Beach County Park - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Sylvan Lake - 17 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Northern Trails Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Diner Between The Dams - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hit The Road Joe's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Riverbend Cafe - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River

Located on the Muskegon River between Hardy and Croton Dams. 1200 acres of all sports water. Close to trails and National Forest. Outdoor activities include shuffleboard court, basketball, playset, trampoline, and corn hole. 1 bedroom plus a pull down Murphy bed to sleep 4 adults. Plenty of room for kids on air mattresses or in a tent in the backyard. Full kitchen, fridge has an ice maker. Private dock available at extra cost. Just 8 feet off the water. Feels like a houseboat with the amenities of a cute cottage.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River Newaygo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Newaygo, just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest. You'll also find Hardy Dam Reservoir Park and Hardy Dam County Marina within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River?

At this riverfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River?

Yes, every accommodation at Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River comes with a deck.

Unique Waterfront Location on Muskegon River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a great stay! Unfortunately, I had to clean the inside of the fridge before I could use it. The shelves looked like they hadn't been wiped down in a while and there were dead bugs in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayster, Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was super easy and we had the option of checking in early. The location was beautiful right on the water. We enjoyed sitting by a fire at night and the mornings by the water. Host is close and that was very helpful when we had TV issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to relax. This property is right on the river. We saw lots of wildlife including Bald Eagles.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julia I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful riverfront get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This worked out great for 3 days of work in the area. Highly recommend. You couldn’t be any closer to the river… literally 6 feet out the door at the edge of the awesome covered patio. Wish I could have fished more but unfortunately had to work most of the day. Did catch a monster pike the last morning before leaving right out the door. Excellent stay, hosts were great.
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Morning
Early evening
Morning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna C.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The River House was the perfect family get away. Very comfortable and relaxing. Lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay ! Beautiful views !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

B N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome rental & host!

The location on the river is amazing. Even better than we expected. Pricing is on point. We found it very relaxing in the mornings to sit out front and have a coffee. In the afternoons it was fun to swim and watch the boats go by. We did some fishing and caught some bluegill and perch.The host were very friendly and had great communication. I would give the hosts & rental 10 stars if I could but it only allows me to give 5!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin Y., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Retirement celebration

Amazing place, Amazing views and owners were very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and quiet

When we came everything was clean and ready. It was very quiet. The kids enjoyed swimming in the river and kayaking as well. The house had plenty of space. We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Getaway

My family loved everything about our stay and wouldn't change a thing. The cottage is clean, well stocked, beautiful, and cozy. The patio on the water is amazing. We loved sitting on the patio watching the eagles, loons, and other wildlife. Everyone is friendly and the hosts are amazing. My son did a lot of fishing and we also went swimming. I definitely look forward to returning in the future. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

Excellent place. Comfortable, clean. Very quiet (at least in May).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kasey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

Came up to relax and fish. Weather didn’t always cooperate for the boat, but great fishing at night from the porch. Hosts were responsive to any concerns or needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay, been going 3 years in a row now.

Love it here, been coming here two/three times a year for the past three years when visiting my father. Owner Rhonda and her husband are great. Perfect place for summer fun or fall colors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

River trip

Beautiful property and locale
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Donald W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view of the river!

We came to the area to view the fall foliage. The property has an exceptional view of the river and hillside on the opposite side. It couldn’t have been any closer to the river. The property is a bit dated, but was great for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue ann l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful

We came to Michigan from Texas for three weeks, looking for cool weather in August. The cottage was supplied with the necessities. We enjoyed reading or having a glass of wine on the patio while watching the river. It was peaceful on weekdays as we watched the loons, eagles and herons. We also enjoyed watching the boaters, kayakers, and jet skiers on the weekends. The hosts could not have been nicer. They were close if you needed something, but not intrusive. While the cabin itself is all on one level, with both a tub and a step in shower, getting down to the cabin from the driveway is probably not for those with mobility issues. If you are staying a while, grocery stores, restaurants and shopping can be found less than 30 minutes from the cabin. There is one cafe almost right around the corner that serves a good breakfast. There is a little playground and shuffleboard court located next door but it sits back so that you don’t see it from the house. You can both swim and fish from the area around the house. While not fancy, it is nicely cared for and can be a fun, comfortable place to hang your hats for a few days.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA A., CHARLESTOWN

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome view

Had a relaxing time. Quite and enjoyed the fishing off the pirch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

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