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“Northern retreat in the heart of Indian River.”

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Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Indian River, MI
  • Burt Lake
    3 min walk
  • Burt Lake State Park
    5 min walk
  • Devoe Beach
    5 min walk
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    29 min drive

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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.

“Northern retreat in the heart of Indian River.”

This one-story, ranch home featuring easy access and an open concept will not disappoint. The cottage is located in the heart of Indian River with three bedrooms and one & one-half baths. Its a quick walk to Burt Lake, downtown restaurants, coffee houses, ice cream parlors, boutiques and even the local grocery store.

The full kitchen boasts a gas range, dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave and most any appliance you could want. The AC is ice cold for summer months and the gas fireplace is perfect for those cold winter nights. Amenities are extensive with a washer / dryer, high speed internet, Apple TV and 60 channels of Spectrum, as well as a firepit. You'll enjoy how spacious the home feels, as it sleeps up to six people comfortably and is stocked with towels, linens, cooking utensils, laundry detergent, firewood, etc.... Vacationers can also use the private boardwalk in the backyard that leads to Burt Lake waterfront and the driveway to the home is paved with available space for parking roughly three to four vehicles.

Please review house rules prior to booking in order to assure that the cottage is conducive to your needs. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions regarding house policies, as I'm always available and eager to help with your vacation needs.

Thanks!



This holiday home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Burt Lake. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Burt Lake and 5 minutes on foot from Burt Lake State Park
“Northern retreat in the heart of Indian River.” offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Steve Webb

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • 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
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Northern Get a way in the Heart of Indian River MI
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“Northern retreat in the heart of Indian River.” Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greta V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Thanksgiving
We stayed at Steve’s place over our Thanksgiving break. The house was spacious for our family of four and we all enjoyed the area. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
We’ve stayed here before and once again it was immaculate with all of the accommodations that we needed. The host is very responsive and a joy to rent from! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

T C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls' Weekend!
The cottoge was cute and cozy. The three bedrooms made it extra nice and each of us had our own bed. Steve made sure the cottage was stocked with everything we might need and he was easy to get in touch with. It was a great location and Steve was a very good host! We will stay here again! d Steve was a great host. reach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect
What a lovely home! Nice and spacious! Loved having two bathrooms, and my own bed to sleep in. Loved the location. Would have loved to explore more, but not enough time in the day. Steve was fantastic and really easy to reach, and prompt with his responses ! Plan to stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway in colorful Michigan.
It was a beautiful cottage with all the amenities. The proximity to the lake and eating and shopping within walking distance was ideal. The fall foliage was absolutely spectacular and better than expected!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Steve has thought of everything you might need! Really enjoyed our stay. Super comfortable beds, extra fans were appreciated, nice fluffy towels, and extra extra clean accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This northern Michigan retreat is a gem!
Amazing level of hospitality from Steve (host) in this northern Michigan retreat! The indoor and outdoor spaces were very comfortable and cozy for our group! Great Indian River location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Time
This is the third year in a row and this place never disappoints. There were some upgrades that you definitely notice when you come in. We had a great time and can’t wait to to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

S R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed Indian River
We liked the house, the property, and the area. Beach was in walking distance...took advantage of that. No reason to not return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
It’s a great location! It’s close to the lakes and rivers. We spent every day playing on the water! We enjoyed the mornings and evenings at the house before and after our adventures! It's our third trip to the house and won’t be our last. Steve is an awesome host! Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation place to stay
If you want a clean, beautifully decorated, fully functional, with many amenities, this is the place to go. My sisters and I stayed there last year and liked it so much, we booked for our stay this year and hopefully next year too. Host responds right away to requests for help, and yard is beautiful with flowers and relaxing area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage Gem for Up North Getaway ...
We absolutely loved everything about our stay at Steve's cottage in Indian River! Steve made the whole process easy and was available for any questions or guidance that we needed. The cottage was super clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We didn't have to buy any extras (paper products, laundry det, cleaning supplies, propane for grill, even firewood for the fire pit ... it was all there!) Indian River is a gem and we could walk anywhere in town for anything that we could ever need. Perfect stop for your up north getaway! This was our first visit to Michigan, and it definitely won't be our las. Thank you, Steve for the wonderful hospitality, we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Catching Up
Three of us women met mid state to catch up and have fun. Perfect spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Indian River Home
Great location, clean and comfortable home 🏡 . Would recommend to anyone wanting to stay Up North in a location close to Petoskey, Cheboygan and Mackinac Island!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual trip to Indian River
Wonderful! Everything you need and extras. Great location. Excellent host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little Cottage near the beach
We loved our stay while visiting family in the area. The house was clean, and very adorable. Check in and check out was very simple and Steve was very easy to connect with if we had any questions. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime N P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place we've stayed at in Indian River!
Great house, great location, excellent hospitality! Would definitely choose this house again. They thought of every detail, and made it so easy! Simple checkout process, no long list of chores at the end of our stay, and they provided coffee pods, a few bottles of water and extra bathroom items in case we forgot something!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Texas Heat and Hurricane Escape
Steve’s cottage was amazing for my husband and I and our two teenage girls. He provided snacks and coffee, and even some water bottles. We were able to spend a day with friends on Mullet Lake, and it was a short drive to the catch the ferry to visit Mackinac Island. The beach was a short walk away, and he had chairs and towels for your convenience. Everyday we walked around the neighborhood to marvel at the beautiful flowers and even met people fishing on the dock. I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thanks Steve!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery, Milan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Well appointed and near shops and restaurants. Host was extremely accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carly s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
My husband and I come to Indian River often as his family has had property here for decades. We love it so much up here that when we got engaged, we could only imagine having our wedding here! We wanted a place of our own over the weekend and it was the perfect location for us. It’s right by town, so you can walk to everything from ice cream at Drost’s or Dairy Mart to breakfast at Christopher’s Cafe to Northland Brewery for yummy beers! The home was clean when we arrived and was fully stocked with anything we needed. I texted Steve that I couldn’t find an iron and 5 minutes later it’s at the doorstep! We also arrived to the sweetest card congratulating us on our marriage, which was such a sweet personal touch. Steve, thank you for opening up your beautiful home for my husband and I to enjoy our wedding weekend, we will forever cherish the memories we had there!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway with Friends
My friends and I enjoyed our stay very much, the house is very nice and cozy. Close distance to many interesting places in the area. The host was easy to reach and communicate with. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic up north retreat
Adorable cottage in northern Michigan! It’s a comfortable retreat with a great location! Has everything you need ! The owner is very easy to talk with we had no issues at all ! Wonderful pleasant !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin Near the Lake
What a wonderful property and host. Had a short stay and this was the perfect place because it’s near the lake and downtown. Great communication from the host. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away
This is our second time staying at this beautiful cottage. Our family loves staying here during wrestling regionals. It’s so comfortable and relaxing. It truly feels like home away from home. Thank you for another wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024