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Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island

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Walk-out master bedroom with a beautiful river view
Newly Remodeled Kitchen 2025
Upper deck view of the river and dock with Kayaks for guest use late May to October.
Visit Mackinac Island and The Grand Hotel
Kayaks and dock for use Late May through October

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Rec Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Level Bunk Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upper Level Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island

NEW to VRBO!

Welcome to The River Hutch, an outdoor/adventure lover's paradise!

The River Hutch is located on 10 private acres with ample Pine River frontage. This 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom cottage is paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. You will enjoy daily sightings of deer, bald eagles, and river otters, all while surrounded by towering birch, cedars, and pines. Many new furnishings have been added as well as new LVP flooring through much of the home.

The Pine River offers excellent fishing right from the bank or dock. If fishing isn't for you, settle into one of the provided kayaks right at the dock and paddle down the slow-moving river out to Lake Huron.

Trail riders can bring their ATVs/Snowmobiles and hit the trails right from the cottage or trailer to one of many nearby trail heads. There is plenty of space for trailer parking and super-easy turn around.

The cottage is conveniently located near all of the U.P.'s many sightseeing adventures such as, Mackinac Island (about 15 minute drive to the ferry dock), Les Cheneaux Islands (10 minutes), De Tour Village and Drummond Island (45 minutes), Pictured Rocks, Kitch-iti-kipi Springs, Whitefish Point, Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum and many amazing hiking/ATV/Snowmobile trails! Also, everything you need for groceries, shopping, and restaurants can be found in St. Ignace just 15 minutes from the cottage.

When you are done exploring, relax, and unwind while enjoying the views from one of the spacious decks as you sip your favorite beverage and enjoy the sound of nature.

Property manager

Michelle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Two dogs up to 25lbs each. Additional pet guidelin
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit hold is required in advance of home occupancy.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Straits State Park, while Fort de Baude Museum and Museum of Ojibwa Culture are cultural highlights. Castle Golf & Games and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 20 min drive - 27.9 km
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 41 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau - 44 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Fort Mackinac - 45 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ang-Gio's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Home~On ATV Trails~Near Mackinac Island located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Huron and within 16 miles (25 km) of Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace and Brevort Township Community Recreation Area. Castle Rock and Castle Golf & Games are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect UP vacation!

Great location for traveling to St. Ignace, Mackinac Island, and Tahquemenon Falls. Exactly what we needed for a family of five.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laney G.

What a great place!

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a great location for all of our UP adventures. Communication with the hosts was outstanding, and we loved the property. Plenty of room for all of us with a great view. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quick getaway in U P

great place to stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River stay

The place was very clean and easy to access in a private setting along a slow-moving river.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pine River House

The area was beautiful, we loved kayaking on the river and haveing bon fires
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Winter Getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Quiet and Beautiful

Upon arriving to The River Hutch, you are greeted with a private driveway with a gorgeous landscape of birch trees and a charming cabin seated on roughly 10 acres off of the edge of the Pine River. This was by far one of the most relaxing stays we’ve had. The whole family and even our German Shepard dog Gus felt at home right away. This was the ideal stay as it had plenty of space and amenities as well as a boat launch, kayaks, back patio overlooking the river and a fire pit. The rooms were spacious and even had 2 bathrooms which was ideal for larger families. The overall look was modern with a quaint and charm that can only be described by experiencing it for yourself. We recommend to anyone looking for peace and quiet with all the comforts of home. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Home was clean and property was very private. A relaxing place to stay. The home provided enough space for the entire family. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Iryna N.

Stay

We loved the stay at the house. Owners were very helpful and easy to reach out.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Secluded Winter Getaway

Our stay at the River Hutch was wonderful. It was a clean and cared for house, the perfect winter weekend getaway for our small family. We had originally planned to snowmobile and picked this rental for its proximity to the trail. We didn’t end up being able to trailer our sleds, but can confirm this property is right by the trails - we hope to return another winter! Our young daughter had so much fun playing with the tic tac toe board and playing outside in the snow, especially looking for animal prints! The windows at the property are amazing and we had gorgeous snow globe views the entire stay. The beds were comfy and the showers were great. Highly recommend a stay here.

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Home Base

Waking up here for a week was wonderful! This stay checked a lot of boxes for us and was a great place for us to get out and explore a large portion of the U.P. The wonderful back porch and patio areas are the highlight of this property, with the gorgeous Pine River and a busy beaver to watch, the mornings here were wonderful. This property offers a lot of amenities, including handsoap, some sample toiletries, and linens. I was a bit surprised there wasn't any dishsoap, but being inexpensive and we were going up to Sault Sainte Marie to grocery shop anyways, it wasn't a big deal. The house was pretty clean considering it can house so many people and the occasional pet. I did not find any stray hairs or dirt, but did take some pictures of things, like a bedroom door, to not incur any additional fees. The host just started using a new management system for their listing, so I did receive quick communication from Michelle on what email to look for in order to finalize payment. She also answered my questions very quickly and was quite pleasant to work with. Overall, we loved staying here and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, cozy home away from home

The home was the perfect size for our family! My grandparents enjoyed having their own space in the lower level. The nature was so fun to watch every day. It was cozy enough that we decided to spend our last day in the UP at the house rather than traveling.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

House was very clean and nice, great location on the river and central to many different things we wanted to do. Lots of space, beautiful large deck for sitting out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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English

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