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Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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Escanaba, MI
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    ‪11 min drive‬
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    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Sand Point Lighthouse
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪20 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.

Pet-Friendly Riverfront Cabin on 5 Acres with Fast Wi-Fi in Central U.P..

Private Riverfront on 5 Secluded Acres | 1 Gig Fiber Wi-Fi | Central U.P. Location

Welcome to Riverland Lodge, a cozy two-bedroom, one-bath retreat nestled on 5 wooded acres with 1,000 feet of private river frontage. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee on the deck, grilling dinner riverside, or kayaking with eagles overhead, this peaceful escape invites you to relax and reconnect with nature—without giving up modern comforts.

Highlights:
• NEW 1 gigabit high-speed fiber internet + cell booster
• Vaulted ceilings and 2 sets of river-view sliding doors
• Smart TV with streaming apps & family-friendly board games
• Fully stocked kitchen + washer/dryer with laundry supplies
• Spacious wrap-around deck with gas grill and outdoor seating
• Fire pit for s’mores under the stars
• Kayaks included for guest use
• Frequent wildlife sightings—deer, ducks, eagles, porcupines & more

Perfect for:
Couples getaways, family vacations, outdoor adventures, remote work escapes, and even small private weddings or reunions (with owner permission - additional event fees apply).

Outdoor Recreation:
• Private riverfront for kayaking and fishing (kayaks provided)
• ATV & snowmobile trail access just 100 yards away
• 10 min to Lake Michigan beach, Escanaba, Ludington Park
• Easy day trips to Kitch-iti-kipi, Marquette, Fayette Historic State Park, and Pictured Rocks

Home Layout:
• Bedroom 1: Queen-size lodgepole bed
• Bedroom 2: Twin/full bunk + separate twin bed
• Bathroom: Full tub/shower combo with dual sinks and makeup area
• Work-friendly desk space with fast Wi-Fi

Family-Friendly Amenities:
• Smart TV (55”) with streaming
• Games, cards, puzzles
• Grill with propane included
• Plenty of parking for trailers, ATVs, snowmobiles, or boats
• Washer/dryer in unit (please bring beach towels)

Pet Policy:
Well-behaved dogs welcome with prior approval—please message us for details.

Important Notes:
• No smoking inside or within 20 feet of doors/windows (penalty applies)
• Exterior camera monitors driveway for lawn and snow service
• 3–4 steps at entrance; interior is walker-accessible but not fully ADA compliant

Local Events You’ll Love:
• Krusin’ Klassics Car Show
• U.P. State Fair
• Waterfront Art Fairs
• Fall Color Tours (Sep–Oct)
• UPtoberfest Beer & Wine Fest
• Snowmobile season & ice fishing
• Live music at Ludington Park

Nearby Favorites:
• Island Resort & Casino
• Northern Sun Winery & Leigh’s Garden Winery
• Upper Hand Brewery & Hereford & Hops
• Escanaba, Gladstone & Highland golf clubs
• Sayklly’s Confectionery & Bonifas Fine Arts Center
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Highland Golf Club. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 5 minutes by car from Highland Golf Club and 13 minutes from Bowl-A-Rama
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please do not bring cast iron cookware to use on the indoor stove. It damages the glass surface of the stove. Thank you!
No smoking inside the home, or within 20 feet of any windows or doors.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: with pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There are stairs without guard rails on the patio

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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

Vrbo Property

Reviews

Pet-Friendly Riverfront Cabin on 5 Acres with Fast Wi-Fi in Central U.P.. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dayna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, well appointed with amazing views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara D., Portage/Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall enjoyable experience Appreciated the modern appliances very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Riverland Lodge was the perfect weekend getaway! We were able to relax and enjoy the scenery. The property was very clean and pet friendly, our dog had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S., Owosso

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

Beautiful place very quiet the river is mesmerizing
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was definitely one of our favorite vacation rentals. Absolutely beautiful! Very peaceful, yet close proximity to town and restaurants, bars, and a casino. We really enjoyed ourselves, and our dog had the time of her life. We highly recommend! We would definitely come back, but we don't vacation in the same area twice. Thanks for providing a true description of your property and amenities. What you see in the photos is what you get...or actually, even better than the photos.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful way to unplug and relax by the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kayaking on the Ford River

The house was wonderful and had everything that you would needed to cook. We usually ate breakfast and dinner at the house. There are pots and pans, plates and even spices that are there for your use. The house was very comfortable and inviting. We brought our own kayaks, but if you don’t have any, there are 4 on the property to use. We grilled out a few times and we spent a lot of time on the deck watching the river and the deer that would be across the river. It was so peaceful and Steve and Audra were very nice. It is a wonderful pl
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful get away with all the modern conveniences

This property was exactly as listed. It was very clean. But this property had more than most VRBO properties I’ve stayed at. There were ample towels of all sizes in the bathroom, ample toilet paper (not just a couple starter rolls), and cabinets and drawers were labeled with their contents. They even provided a pooper scooper and waste bags for our doggos. It was a dog friendly property. There was tons of seating, whether in the dining room, kitchen, or outdoor by the grill and even down by the river. Access to four kayaks was also an added bonus to this property. Communication was great with the hosts, they answered any questions we had quickly. This is a great property and I’d highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage!

The cottage was in a beautiful area of Escanaba. However, the entire upper peninsula of Michigan is beautiful. Escanaba has everything you need for a vacation. The upper peninsula has many points of interest. We really enjoyed the Pictured Rocks cruise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S., Dryden, MI US

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend on Ford River

We had an excellent stay at Riverland Lodge. The place is very clean, comfortable and well appointed. As soon as you walk in you feel at home. The river view and property are amazing. We visited many friends in the area and looked at a few houses for sale as we hope to return full time. Owners are very kind with great communication. Our dogs loved walks on the property and the River. We had fantastic weather as well. Thank you for sharing this peaceful gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Chicago

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, well-maintained and well-appointed, in a pleasant location along the water. Only possible improvement might be a bigger master bed. Overall, a really great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zacharie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

DH and Fishing trip 2025

Amazing spot right on a beautiful little stretch of the Ford River. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beatiful

Fishing trip was great. Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience. Nice and comfortable, peaceful, and located close to everything we wanted to do. All in all excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place right on the river!

We visited early spring and the place was very nice. Clean and comfortable and right on the river! It seems like a really great place to be, especially in warmer weather - we came the week of snow and ice so outdoor activities were limited but still enjoyed the getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

We had a wonderful time over the Christmas period. Great property, hosts and location. It gave us a chance to make some amazing memories with family. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay L., Cheboygan

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters Weekend

Our third time staying at this fabulous relaxing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Clean, relaxing and pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

JOE L., Iron Mountain, Mi

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Escanaba

Very enjoyable
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., Des Plaines, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Beautiful property - we saw bald eagles and a flock of turkeys just across the river. Quiet, close enough drive to excellent hiking and sight-seeing, and great for a remote work week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

martha n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location - lovely home.

Deck was amazing. House was perfectly stocked, cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing getaway.

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely place very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

Riverland Lodge was so clean and on a beautiful property. We sat with a cup of coffee and took in everything this place had to offer. We saw deer, turkeys, rabbits. And two bald eagles visited a tree next to the river each day. If you want some piece of mind and time to relax this is an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and Peaceful Location

We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend staying at Riverland Lodge!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024