The Grand Riverhouse & Bunkhouse

Summary:
Welcome to your private escape on 76 scenic acres. The Grand Riverhouse is a peaceful, riverside retreat designed for guests looking to reconnect with nature, relax in comfort, and enjoy the freedom of wide-open space.

Swim off the dock, relax on the sandy beach, explore wooded trails, or wind down by the fire — all from the comfort of your own slice of riverfront Michigan.

This listing includes the main house plus the bunkhouse (sleeps 14).

Hosting a wedding, family gathering, or corporate retreat? We offer special event packages tailored to your needs. Please review the ‘Other Things to Note’ section for more details.

The Space:
🛋️ Indoor Features
4 Bedrooms:
• King bed (main house – elevated designer platform bed)
• Queen bed (main house – elevated designer platform bed)
• Queen bed (main house – elevated designer platform bed)
• Bunkhouse: 1 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Full-over-Full Bunk (standard height beds)
2.5 Bathrooms:
• Two full baths with showers
• One half bath
Spacious living area with Smart TVs + wood-burning fireplace
Firelog stove in the Florida Room
Fully equipped kitchen
☕ 2 Keurig machines + 12-cup drip coffee maker
🍽️ Dining area (table seating and place settings for 8)
🧺 2 washers + 2 dryers in utility room
📶 Wi-Fi + mini-split A/C throughout

🧑‍🍳 Bunkhouse Extras:
Kitchenette with fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, water jug
Table seating and place settings for 8
Smart TVs in living room (58") + bedroom (42")
Ping pong table

🌳 Outdoor Features
76 private acres
🎣 Private dock + Grand River access
🏖️ Sandy river area
🔥 6’ fire pit by Boathouse + 3’ fire pit near Florida Room
🛶 Kayaks, paddle-boards, tubes, paddleboat, fishing poles (May–Sept)
🏞️ ATV trails (un-groomed trails, bring your own equipment)
🦌 Frequent wildlife sightings
🕹️ Boathouse games: corn hole, bocce, ladder ball, darts, giant checkers
🍔 Propane grill, flat-top grill + charcoal grill (charcoal not included)
✨ Pavilion with solar string lights
🥤 Vending machines

Guest Access:
Guests have full, private access to the main house, bunkhouse, and all 76 acres. Self-check-in via keyless entry. Parking available for multiple vehicles, boats, or trailers.

The Neighborhood:
Located in Eaton Rapids, this retreat feels remote but is easily accessible.
• 12 minutes to Eaton Rapids for groceries, shops, restaurants
• 30 minutes to Lansing or Jackson for day trips
• Under 2 hours to Detroit

Getting Around:
A vehicle is definitely recommended. The home is located just off Stimson Rd, with easy access to I-96 for trips to Lansing, Grand Rapids, or Detroit. The long private driveway makes parking easy, and there’s plenty of space for multiple vehicles, trailers, or ATVs.

Other Things to Note:
🛑 House Rules
🔇 Quiet Hours: 9 PM – 7 AM
🚭 No smoking indoors; strongly discouraged outdoors due to fire risk
🎆 No fireworks (even if locally permitted)
🚫 No illegal drugs permitted
🥳 Parties and events require prior approval — please contact us with details
🚨 Exterior security and wildlife cameras
🛋️ Please do not rearrange furniture

🔥 Fireplaces
Main house wood-burning fireplace + firelog stove (Florida Room) available October–April only
Duraflame logs are provided — no other materials may be burned indoors

🚿 Laundry
2 washers + 2 dryers available in the utility room

🌊 Water Safety
Life jackets are required when using watercraft
Gale Road boat launch is 1 mile away — dock tie-up available (see photos for map)

🦟 Bugs & Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are common in the summer months, even though the property is professionally treated. We recommend bringing repellent for added comfort while enjoying the outdoors.

🎯 Hunting (In Season)
Hunting is permitted on the property during legal hunting seasons, in accordance with all local and state regulations.
Valid hunting tags are required
There is no indoor game-cleaning area
All game must be kept outdoors or stored in your vehicle

🦶 Accessibility & Senior Considerations
Elevated platform beds in the main house (step stools provided)
Single-level home with only one step at the entry

👥 Day Guest Policy
$100 flat fee for up to 5 daytime guests
$20 per guest for guests 6–20 (day use only)
$40 per guest if over capacity without pre-approval
All guests — day or overnight — must be pre-approved

🥂 Full Venue Rental (Weddings & Events Package)
- Host up to 80 guests over a minimum of 42 hours. This includes check-in at 4:00 p.m. and check-out 42 hours later at 10:00 a.m.
- Includes all lodging units + outdoor amenities
- Starting at $10,200
- Example Wedding Timeline: Couples would gain access to the property at 4:00 p.m. Friday, use Saturday as the primary wedding day when guests arrive and celebrate, and then depart by 10:00 a.m. Sunday.
- Additional Days: $4,000 per day.

🎁 Starter Kit Includes
Paper towels, trash bags, toilet paper, and coffee pods.
Please bring extra supplies for longer stays or larger groups.

💸 Extended Stay Discounts
15% off for stays 7+ nights
30% off for stays 30+ nights

✅ Check-In
ID verification + rental agreement via Enso Connect
Digital “Boarding Pass” with full access info sent upon completion

***Maintenance and inspections may be required during your stay. Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific timeframe or reschedule these visits. Any necessary work will be completed as quickly as possible to ensure the property remains in proper condition.

Interaction with Guests:
We respect your privacy, but we’re always available. Livesuites provides 24/7 guest communication for anything from questions to mid-stay cleanings or urgent maintenance issues.