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Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks.

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Watch your stresses float away along the river.
Chill by the fire pit at the river's edge.
Kayakers on the Huron River.
Welcome to River Retreat West! Facelift 2024: New Siding!
Entry-level living room is perfect for conversation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Milford Charter Township, MI
  • Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Maple Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Suburban Collection Showplace
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks.

+++ROAD CONSTRUCTION SUMMER 2025+++
We'll be adjusting our prices downward from May to September because of road construction that will make staying at RRW less pleasant during the day. There will be heavy equipment noise and dust, and at some point, limited access to the driveway. We're in the process of notifying guests who have already booked, but please reach out with an inquiry and we'll do our best to answer your questions with the information we have at this time.

Unique home on the bank of the Huron River, a half-mile walk to the pedestrian-friendly Village of Milford, known for its array of shops, restaurants, outside dining, concerts, and festivals.

Dine or relax on one of two decks overlooking the river. You’ll see abundant wildlife depending on the season. There’s a fire pit at river's edge for relaxing or roasting marshmallows, and a gas grill on the dining deck.

There are four sit-in kayaks available for use and more can be rented nearby.

Unique quad-level design. Enter on main level to living room and kitchen/dining area. Dining room has slider to a riverfront dining deck. It's six steps up from the main level to upper level, where there are three bedrooms and one full bath.

From the main level, it's seven steps down to the lower level den/family room and the second full bath, plus laundry area. Den/family room also has a slider to a furnished deck overlooking the river. Kitchen, dining, den, and bedroom 1 all have a view of the Huron River from an elevated position.

Basement level is currently used by the owner for storage and is not accessible to guests.

This is an owner-operated home with guest comfort and safety our priority.

W Huron St. can be busy at times, but the hillside creates a quiet and peaceful setting on the river's edge and most of the house, but there is some traffic noise during busy hours in the front rooms.

The open waterfront at the rear and the Village street out front make this home unsuitable for young children or pets. The steps inside the home and deck steps leading to the river may make this home unsuitable for guests with mobility impairments. We have hosted such guests, however, so please reach out to us with specific questions!

***No parties or events*** There is no street parking at any time. This is strictly enforced by Milford PD.

Property manager

Laura M. Hamel
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests seeking stays longer than 28 days will be required to sign a lease agreement.
No swimming is allowed in the Huron River from the property. Please see our digital guidebook for information on local parks that offer swimming.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Milford

Located in Milford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Michigan War Dog Memorial and Parshallville Cider Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mystic Creek Golf Club and Banquet Center and Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf. Paradise Park and Putting Edge Novi 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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Milford Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Maple Beach - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace - 15 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Twelve Oaks Mall - 17 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac Station - 32 min drive
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Holden's Party Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bakers of Milford - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Americus Coney & Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront home in village—walk downtown—park and hike/bike trails—kayaks. located?

Located in the heart of Milford, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Huron River and Milford Dog Park. Highland State Recreation Area and Proud Lake State Recreation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Relaxing Get Away

Home was nicely appointed for a relaxing family get away. River views were lovely and the guidebook was extremely helpful! Great place for a family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Good property, good price.

Good property for what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck U.

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

Family trip for a wedding

Our stay was wonderful. Your home is very comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

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

Annual Michigan trip

My brother and his wife from Texas, meets my husband and me every year in Michigan. We enjoyed being able to walk into the town of Milford. The house was very clean, very comfortable, very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari F.

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

Nice place to stay while visiting local family.

Love the town of Milford. Nice to stay in our favorite town while visiting family in the area. Wish it had been warmer to use the awesome Kayaks on the beautiful river in the backyard.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

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

Nice place

Perfect setting on the water
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Perfect location

The property had everything we needed, including a washer and dryer. Beds were comfortable. Outdoor decks were cozy with a beautiful view of the river. Close to restaurants and shopping and the venue we were visiting.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesom house@

This house is amazing and would like to visit again. So clean and location is perfect to walk downtown to dine. Hosts are wonderful and responsive to all your requests and needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Sister weekend

Wonderful proximity to everything we wanted. Very clean and well appointed home. Owner was very responsive to checking in and answering any questions. Loved the river view. Will definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ar G.

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

Great host!

Laura was easy to communicate with and extremely helpful. She went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The house was just what we needed for our stay. We appreciated the fact that everything was labeled, lots of notes with information in the house. Thank you, once again, Laura!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric r., Castle Rock Colorado

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

Magical Michigan property

Amazingly accommodating. It made us feel at home immediately. We have always stayed in a hotel when we came back home to visit but after staying here we will never do again. This place had everything we needed for a wonderful stay! The beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN C.

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

On the river in Milford

We enjoyed our time in Milford, our host was attentive and wanted know if we were comfortable the house ahead a fantastic view of the Huron river. Next time I come back to town I will stay here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy H.

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

Great gem in Milford with easy proximity to town

Laura and her sister have an incredible home that was so comfortable, clean and convenient. My husband and mom and I all enjoyed the comfort of our beds, the cleanliness of all the spaces, and the wonderful view of the river from the main living areas. Laura has everything wonderfully labelled from light switches to appliance instructions, and furnishing contents. I will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

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

Great Stay!

Had a great stay with family of 5 women! The house was clean and stocked. We were very impressed how organized. Cute downtown with shopping and dinning. Rained our entire stay so didn’t get a chance to enjoy parks and beaches near by. Would like to suggest a small tv in the living room even though there is a very large one in the den. Kudos to our host who was exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

A Fabulous Stay on the River

Laura was a fantastic host who greeted us when we arrived. Her place was on the water with many things to do. The place was clean, beds comfortable and board games for the rainy day. We had six people in our group and the place was very comfortable. This is the place to stay and relax or be as active as you like.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Relaxing retreat

We highly recommend this property. The house was clean and fit six adults comfortably. The location was perfect. We took the kayaks out several times to explore the river and the wildlife. So beautiful! We were so close to locals shops, restaurants and cafes. The digital guidebook was super helpful. Laura, the owner and host, communicated with us regularly to ensure we had everything we needed. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine H.

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

Comfort By The Pond

This comfortable 3 bedroom/2 bath home was perfect for the girls mid-week getaway! Plenty of room to spread out, wonderful multi-level deck allowed for great views of the backyard and river/pond in the background. We were able to bring and use our kayaks (there are one available for use at the house) and had some terrific fires by the waterfront in the evenings.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

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

Wonderful Location and Cozy House

We were in town to visit my husband’s family. We were looking for a comfortable, clean, reasonable rental. This house met all three criteria. The property managers were responsive and helpful. We hope to rent this place again when we return to the mitten state.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Girls Getaway

Stayed 4 nights for a girls trip with my aunt, sister and niece, and this property was perfect. Plenty of room, the house is immaculate and fully stocked, and the host provides a fantastic digital guide to the house -- as well as a physical binder -- with all the information you need for a relaxing stay. Milford's charming downtown is easily walkable from the house, so you don't need to drive anywhere unless you want to. Plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance. Laura the host kept in touch to make sure we didn't need anything, and is as nice as can be. She made sure we had a fire starter pack for the fire pit by the river, which we really appreciated and enjoyed. This is a wonderful property and was an awesome VRBO experience. Would stay again in a heartbeat! Thanks again Laura for an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parker K.

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

The Riverfront Retreat Rocks

The place exceeded our expectations! From the awesome view of the water and surrounding nature on the back deck, to the kayaks and fire pit right beside the water, to the proximity to groceries, restaurants, and huge Metroparks, this place was amazing! Laura was an awesome host, giving us a comprehensive tour and offering plenty of recommendations. She checked to see if we needed anything during our stay, but was not pushy in the slightest. She was also flexible with us checking in. I highly recommend the Retreat to anyone looking to stay in the area. I will certainly be returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laura M. Hamel

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My sister and I each purchased a home on the river, right next door to one another. Milford is a family town, with many families dating back generations. There aren't many lodging options or hotels nearby. We love taking care of these homes, and treat them as our own. We also enjoy sharing them with guests. Most of our guests are here visiting family. When you stay at one of our homes, you're treated as family.

Why they chose this property

We love Milford for its unique charm, walkability, amazing dining and shopping, as well as its proximity to gorgeous natural areas (we’re both nature photographers). Central Park, the Milford mountain-bike trail, and the Huron River itself afford visitors a rejuvenating outdoor experience.

What makes this property unique

This unique quad-level home on the Huron River features many amenities for guest comfort. Enjoy grilling on the river-front deck or paddle a provided kayak to Central Park or explore the river. My sister owns the home right next door, with an identical floor plan and adjacent backyard. Depending upon availability, both homes can be rented for a family reunion or larger group. As sisters, we co-host both properties. We live and work close by and are available to respond to guest needs in a timely manner.

+++ROAD CONSTRUCTION SUMMER 2025+++
We'll be adjusting our prices downward from May to September because of road construction that will make staying at RRW less pleasant during the day. There will be heavy equipment noise and dust, and at some point, limited access to the driveway. We're in the process of notifying guests who have already booked, but please reach out with an inquiry and we'll do our best to answer your questions with the information we have at this time.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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