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River Pines~Downtown Waterfront w/ Wildlife Watching! Firepit,Snowmobile,Biking

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Property grounds
Located on the Little Sturgeon River connects to Indian River Waterway.
Snow shoe rentals @ Big Bear Adventures -Cross country skiing at the golf resort
Living room with floor to ceiling windows offer stunning view of the river.
2 swivel chairs allows you to relax and take in the river view and its wildlife.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Indian River, MI
  • Indian River Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Burt Lake State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

River Pines~Downtown Waterfront w/ Wildlife Watching! Firepit,Snowmobile,Biking

Nestled on the Little Sturgeon River. Nature enthusiasts will love watching wildlife in this idyllic setting. Step across the street, and you’re in the heart of town! House is located at the North Central State Trail for snowmobiling, biking or leisurely walks. Launch your boat from the public boat ramp directly across the street and explore the inland waterways of Indian River, Burt Lake, Mullet Lake. We’re just a half-hour drive from Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and enchanting Mackinac Island.

The space
Your perfect Northern Michigan retreat! Our charming riverside property boasts abundant aquatic wildlife and is just a short walk from downtown to many restaurants and stores.

We provide a key code to the front door before your arrival, eliminating the need for a key exchange. Step into the foyer, where you can hang your coats over a heated baseboard and find a bench for removing wet boots and shoes.

River Pines features 3 bedrooms, including a master suite with a stunning river view, and 2 full bathrooms. Additionally, there’s a convenient pullout couch for extra guests.

The family room features two full-size couches, a high-top game table for puzzles and games, and two swivel chairs. There's nothing more relaxing than sitting in the swivel chairs in the morning, sipping on coffee with a cozy blanket, and watching the river critters. Furnished with a dedicated workspace and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen with brand new appliances, a slow cooker, large stew pot, and all your cooking needs. Our coffee bar features a drip coffee maker, Keurig, tea kettle, and a startup assortment of coffee, teas and hot chocolate.

Unwind on our covered back porch, offering a peaceful river view surrounded by privacy-providing pine trees. Gather around the fire ring with Adirondack chairs, perfect for roasting marshmallows and watching ducks glide by. Enjoy our newly built dock and try your luck fishing for trout.

Located on the North Central State Trail, our home is ideal for snowmobiling, walking, running, and biking. We're within walking distance to Devoe Beach, perfect for watching sunsets, fishing, and swimming. Less than a mile away, Big Bear Adventures offers year-round fun with rafting, tubing, kayaking, guided SideXSide tours, and unique winter raft trips. Several nearby areas that provide hiking, cross country skiing and snow shoe trails.

Nearby attractions include:
• Indian River Golf Club (1 mile)
• Cross In The Woods National Shrine (1 mile)
• Mackinac Island, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Gaylord (30 minutes)
• Northern Michigan’s top alpine resorts: Nubs Nob, Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, and Treetops (30 minutes)

Our spacious driveway easily accommodates boat and ATV trailers. Across the street, you’ll find a public boat and kayak ramp providing access to the Indian River Inland Waterway, connecting to Burt Lake, Mullett Lake, and even Lake Huron.

Our home comfortably accommodates 9 people, but please note it's not suitable for young children who can’t swim due to the proximity to the river. This is a riverfront house in Northern Michigan, so you may see insects from time to time. Only small Jon boats or kayaks can use the river at our dock due to an underpass that limits the size of boats and the depth of the river.

Come and experience the best of Northern Michigan with us at River Pines!
Guest access
Please note that the garage and the owner’s room are off-limits to guests. The fireplace is not allowed to be used, except for the flameless candles.

Property manager

Sarah

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Water view
Parking available

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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

Important information

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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

About the area

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Michigan Central Depot Historical Marker and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania!. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Indian River, MI

What's nearby

  • Devoe Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Indian River Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Burt Lake State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Big Bear Adventures - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pigeon River Country Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Mart - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Pines~Downtown Waterfront w/ Wildlife Watching! Firepit,Snowmobile,Biking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is River Pines~Downtown Waterfront w/ Wildlife Watching! Firepit,Snowmobile,Biking located?

Located in the heart of Indian River, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Devoe Beach, Indian River Golf Club and Burt Lake. Burt Lake State Park and Big Bear Adventures are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marsha C.

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

Beautiful setting

Great place near the snowmobile trail. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Winter Wonderland

Went to Snowmoblie in Indian River, this beautiful home has river views on both sides of thouse, cloase to trails, great beds and huge dinner table for our groupd..closet to Great bars withbdelicious food..would love to come back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sarah

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Languages:

English