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The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly!

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Living area
Children's area
Room
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Manistee Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Movie Night

1 Queen Bed

The Nickelodeon Room

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly!

(: *Live it up 90s style! * :)
(: !Less than 3/4 mile from beach access! :)
This cozy comfortable home has something fun for everyone!
If you're looking to take a leisurely walk to visit any of the downtown shops and restaurants..If you're looking for some fun at the beach..If you're looking for a cool place to enjoy some family fun..Even just looking for a nostalgic retreat to unwind and reset from normal hectic life..
This is the place for you! Full of nostalgic games, inspired design, just 1/2 mile from downtown shops and restaurants, and less than 3/4 mile from easy beach access!
This cozy comfortable guest house comes equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 full bath, 1 kitchen/dining area, and 1 laundry area.

--Bedroom one, coming in from the front door, has a nickelodeon theme. All of us growing up in the 90s wanted this room. Just the bold colors and dripping slime pattern from the ceiling make this room cool. Not to mention the classic glow in the dark stars. This room also sports a 13'' VHS TV with its own collection of PG tapes, an orange and green lava lamp with glow in the dark features, and a collection of 90s ya (young author) paperback books from 3 different series (Goosebumps, Ani-morphs, and CYOA choose your own adventure). This room also has a comfortable full over full bunk bed with a 500lb capacity per tier, a small dresser, and closet area to hang clothes :) A tip for getting the most out of the glow-in-the-dark features: leave the lights on an hour or so before you plan to turn them off for bedtime. Let your eyes adjust for a second and watch the glow get brighter :)

--The second bedroom is Theatre themed, full of 90's movies posters. With optional mood lighting around the ceiling and at the head of the bed (each lighting feature has it's own remote). A wall-mounted TV with a red curtain backdrop to add to the movie theatre vibes. This TV is equipped with guest mode. That means when you enter your check-out date it will automatically delete any sign-in information from the TV on that date so you don't have to worry about remembering :) There is also a small closet to hang clothes as well as a mirror and dresser combo that have a slightly antique look that also adds to the rooms overall vibe. This room has a Queen bed with an outlet on the 4" sill at the head of the bed :)

--The laundry area is decorated with some classic 90s music posters optional black lights, and a light-up MTV sign. Fully equipped with a washer and dryer. Laundry soap and dryer sheets are also provided for your convenience. Along with a clothes iron and ironing board. A tip for the laundry area: leave the blacklights on for a little bit and then turn them off when it gets dark to see the walls hidden features :) The black light paintings were donated by a previous guest. Donelle Gale of pppaintpours.com. Also found on facebook :-D :-)

--A full bathroom has some fun "Rocky and Bullwinkle" decorations. (true, Rocky and Bullwinkle wasn't created in the 90s but, they were still pretty prevalent while growing up then) Equipped with full bath towels, washcloths, hand towels, a hair dryer, some complementary shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, emergency toiletries, and some band-aids and salve in case anything is forgotten at home. Also some beach towels/sheets for those hot summer days where there's nothing better than a day at the beach and a dip in the lake:). The tub also has some cute flowers and bubbles decorating the walls and anti-slip properties on the floor of the tub. There is also a drain plug if a bath was desired.

--The full usable kitchen has a "Friends" inspired theme from the purple and faux brick walls, teal cabinets and shelves, hanging pots over the stove, and the "Friends" inspired magna doodle art on the fridge to name a few. It is also equipped with dining ware, cookware, and some small storage containers for guest use. Dish washing and cleaning products can be found under kitchen sink with a first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher.
A complement of complementary food (mac-n-cheese, raman noodles, assorted cereals, pop-tarts) and drink (coffee, tea, hot cocoa) items can be found on the shelves above the counter. Just a tip for the kitchen, unfortunately the only things we are keeping in the refrigerator at the moment are some single-serve coffee creamers, filtered water for the Keurig and coffee maker, and a few bottled waters for personal convenience. So in order to fully enjoy some of the complementary food items like the mac-n-cheese and the cereal we recommend milk and butter be brought:) If needed there is a Meijer 3 min away for any grocery needs:)

--A small adjustable dining table with 4 chairs are also in the kitchen area. Surrounded by friends inspired decor. A perfect place to enjoy a meal and throw some "Friends" on the TV on the kitchen counter!

--The living room area has a slight "Simpson's"/ game room theme going and is all about having fun and relaxing. Starting with the medium size bean-bag chair :P. It is loaded full of different types of games (card, board, bop-it, Simon, a Simpsons arcade cabinet, and several different consoles( including a recently added N64 and Sega ) . As well as a good size TV, and 90s themed magazines for some easy chill time.

--There is a semi-sheltered patio area between the house and garage (This area has upcoming upgrades planned) and a small yard area that is partially sectioned off just for guests. : ) (this area also has some upcoming upgrades planned)
There are 2-3 steps to get into the house but after that every room is on the same level and has step-free access.

--Nearby (two min walk) there is Duffy Park where we have a soccer field, baseball field, basketball court, playground, and picnic areas.
-North Access Beach (usually a less busy area and not too crowded) is .7 mile, about a 12-15 min walk and only a 2 min drive. The parking here is around the base of the water tower. Then you follow the scenic trail and go down the sets of stairs to get to the beautiful sandy beach.
-Dunes Drive Public access is .6 mile. T
-Fifth Ave Beach is 1 mile, 3 min drive and has a beachhouse/snack shop, public bathrooms, playground, and picnic area.
-First Street Beach is 1.8 mile and a 6 min drive. This is the area where the fair will set up. Also near this beach are a couple playgrounds, baseball fields, basketball court, volleyball court, disk golf course, and a dog park.
-Manistee Golf and Country club 1.7 mile and a 5 min drive. Beautiful course and stunning views of lake Michigan.


Just something to be aware of is that there is a $5/night pet charge if you're bringing the furry companions. :) There is also a "guest service fee" if you look at the price breakdown, but that is just the commission that Vrbo charges for using the Vrbo site and services (the host cannot do anything about this fee).

Also, if you leave the place smelling like weed or smoke you will be charged a 100$ cleaning fee!! This is a family friendly retreat, so please don't.
The rental agreement will be attached to the messaging when you book.
:) Thank You!

Property manager

J. P.
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please keep it reasonable and respectful. Thanks!
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Please be respectful of property. Thank you!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We want people to come and have a good time! Relax, unwind, and de-stress! Play lots of games and have fun! Get out and have a nice walk!
During your fun-filled visit please be considerate and respectful of hosts, neighbors, and property keeping it a litter-free and family friendly area.
We love pets and hope you can bring your furry companion to join in the fun! But please cleanup after and don't let them dig, chew,or scratch property

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Please keep it reasonable and respectful. Thanks!
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

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Manistee County Historical Museum and Ramsdell Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Orchard Beach State Park and Manistee National Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistee Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Orchard Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • First Street Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Little River Casino - 6 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jailhouse Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bungalow Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Retro Retreat! A 90s inspired guest house w something 4 evry1! Pet-Friendly! located?

Located in the heart of Manistee, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manistee Lake and Lake Michigan. S.S. City of Milwaukee and Manistee County Historical Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

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

Krystal P.

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

Awesome Stay in the 90's!!!

What a blast!!! There's a little taste of the 90's on the door to greet you, but get ready! As soon as you open the door, you are walking back into time! From the Simpsons to Rugrats, a FRIEND'S themed kitchen to the Nickelodeon themed bedroom to help you reminisce or introducing your children to your childhood!!! They have board games and video games to keep you busy for days!!! Everyday we were there, we were still finding stuff that we hadn't seen yet! The house is right in town, close to the grocery store and the beach! The host was available for great communication and very helpful! Definitely recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua V.

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

Fun Flashback

Great place for a Manistee get-away. Convenient location for downtown or casino.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Nostalgic 90’s

We had a blast at the Retro Retreat- we are already thinking about when we could come back! The 90’s theme was super fun with amazing attention to detail! We had hoped to spend more time exploring the outdoors in the Manistee area, but the weather didn’t cooperate. This was not an issue- the cozy house is equipped with multiple video game systems, lots of board games, and movies on VHS, DVD, and streaming. We really enjoyed our time there and definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna P.

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

Charter fishing boat

Really a neat place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donelle G.

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

Blast from the Past!

My family and I were beyond happy with our stay here at this 90s retreat. The hosts were extremely helpful and friendly. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Blast from the Past

Me and my husband had a fun stay at the Retro Retreat! J.P. was very friendly and accommodating. She even left us some cookies to help celebrate my birthday! Overall, we were entertained by all the 90’s decor, movies and games. What a trip!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by J. P.

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We enjoyed transforming this property into something cool and fun! A place where people would enjoy hanging out, playing games, and enjoying the laid back 90s vibes! We hope our guests love it as much as we do:)!

Why they chose this property

This is the perfect location! Out of the bustle and off the main road but, still keeping the local attractions within walking or very short driving distances! It is near downtown restaurants and shops, the vouge theatre, several beach accesses, a park/playground just down the street as well as other amenities.

What makes this property unique

Here you have the whole guest house to yourself! None of the rooms are gray or boring! It is full of 90's themed and inspired design! Bold yet tasteful! The whole atmosphere is comfortable and inviting, loaded with many different games to enjoy. The perfect nostalgic getaway for some good family fun-time!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests