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River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Overview of River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Atlanta, MI
  • Popular LocationClear Lake State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationGarland28 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Bear Lake35 min drive
  • AirportGaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)54 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Atlanta

On river.You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Clear Lake State Park and 20 miles (32 km) of Brush Creek Mill. Garland and Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic are also within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 12 min drive
  • Garland - 28 min drive
  • Little Bear Lake - 35 min drive
  • Onaway State Park - 39 min drive
  • Otsego Golf Club - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
  • Lucky D's - 13 min walk
  • Elk Crossing Cafe - 13 min walk
  • J D's Pizza Place - 16 min walk
  • The Baklava Shop - 15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!

Come home to your own piece of heaven in the north woods of Northeastern Michigan Elk Country!

This spectacular white cedar full log cabin/home is nestled amongst a mixture of towering, evergreen pine and hardwoods with your very own beautiful 323' frontage of the Thunder Bay River, designated as a blue-ribbon trout stream, running by the front yard. The cabin/home looks and feels very secluded yet town is just a short walk away. You can grab a kayak from the kayak holder and launch right from the front yard. After a pleasant one hour river float you can get out at the township park.

You can connect with ATV/snowmobile trail #4 and #9 right from the cabin/home at the end of the gravel driveway, and ATV's can be driven on the edge of Montmorency County roads!

A screen room, located next to the woods, gives you additional outdoor space to relax and enjoy watching the birds and animals without them noticing you are there. And then there is that great cabin front porch...where you can sit and rock, or enjoy the porch swing, while watching the ducks, Louie the loon, and other wildlife at the river.

If that's not close enough for you, take a cup of coffee to the dock and enjoy sitting at the river's edge for a closer look at that eagle flying by. You can even catch smallmouth bass right off the dock. Or lay back on the hammocks next to the dock and watch the birds fly over you in the sky. Try not to fall asleep if you can, or go ahead and fall asleep if you want to.

Pull some wood off the firewood shelter and start a campfire in the fire pit. You can sit comfortably around the fire in heavy Adirondack chairs and plan your next adventure while munching on s'mores. Don't worry if the power goes out, (it rarely does), because there is a whole house, bunkhouse and garage generator that automatically turns on if the power goes out and automatically turns off when power is restored. You don't even have to lift a finger!

All this and we haven't even talked about the inside of this stunning custom built "up north" cabin/home which comes completely furnished! Come see it for yourself!

Property manager

Mark

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! to the airport?

This cabin is 33 mi (36-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Retreat on Thunder Bay River!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! to downtown Atlanta?

This cabin is 3.6 mi away from Briley.

River Retreat on Thunder Bay River! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Great property with plenty of room for seven of us. Close enough to town but far enough out. The river there is an amazing setting. Def would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Up north get away
We had a wonderful time up north at this beautiful log cabin home. We saw otters in the sream, a blue heron flew down to fish for trout. We saw 2 pilated woodpeckers, deer, and heard and were able to get video of a grouse drumming. We took a couple of the kayaks for a ride and sipped our cofffee in the mornings on the porch while watching the birds. Cooked perch we caught at Fletchers over the fire at night. Wonderfully stocked, and clean place to vacation. We will be back with our kids and Grandkids in the Spring. Thank you so much for a great relaxing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn & Francis III S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin Getaway
We loved our stay! Upon arriving I noticed how clean the cabin was. We had everything we needed! Plenty of outdoor seating, a beautiful river that my 8 and 10 year olds loved playing in. It came up to their knees but pretty shallow and perfect for play. The beds are super soft which I loved. Thanks for sharing your beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Log cabin on the river
Absolutely wonderful place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ali c.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best stay
Myself and eight girls stayed here and not one of us had a single bad thing to say! It was extremely clean, quiet and succeeded but close enough to town if we needed something and gorgeous. We will all be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Rhonda w.

Disliked: Cleanliness
August Family Trip
Bunk House was not cleaned. Blue trash bin was completely full-on arrival and not emptied the entire stay. All bag garbage needed to be transported to beginning of drive way entrance. Fire wood chairs (2) are broken. A bit strange to have previous food left behind in the pantry and refrigerator.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K., Toledo

Liked: Cleanliness
Gkania
Property was better than expected. With in 1 to 1 1/2 hrs of all the major attractions of Northern michigan. The property was clean and close to market that had everything needed for a nice stay. Wish they had more than 1 bathroom but we managed with 6 adults 3 kids knew this going in.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in the woods!
We had a great stay here! Cabin was just as described. Clean and cozy! Beds were super comfortable! Enjoyed the fire pit and kayaks! Atlanta has a cute coffee shop, Michigan store gift shop and a small farmers market on Saturdays. Convenient to Gaylord, Alpena, and Mackinac Island! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet spot
Home was fully equipped with anything you could need. Plenty of room, great outdoor amenities. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
One ofmost beautiful a cabins I have ever seen
Everything was as advertised and beyond our expectations. We kayaked and had a fire each evening. During the day we would go on fishing excursions closer to Alpena on the river. It was wonderful coming back to cabin each evening. We are hoping to book for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023