Family-friendly holiday rentals in Muskegon River

A on Thirty Acres, Township of Branch

Built in 2023. Our A-Frame style home is located on thirty acres of maple, oak, pine & sassafras rising out of a blanket of ferns set in the Manistee National Forest. Over a mile of well maintained hiking trail winds through the woods. This peaceful setting is only a 20-minute drive to downtown Ludington & Lake Michigan. Hosting adults only, no children or pets permitted inside the A, which is designed by a couple to create a perpetually quiet and relaxing place for other couples and ourselves.

Luxurious Lake House on Hess Lake (Newaygo MI)

Custom built home on Hess Lake with incredible sunset views and lots of amenities! Property provides: -Kayaks -Standup paddle boards -Magic carpet for kids -Grill with natural gas -Hot tub with view of the lake (Operation Hours between 7 am and 11 pm) -Steam shower -Sand box -Electronic dart board -Pool table -Fire pit -Gas fireplace -Boathouse with party area *Pontoon boat available to rent for $350/day OR $750 for 3 days. Weekly option available also. Fuel cost not included.

Jack Jr.-a little place in the woods

Jack Jr is tucked away at the edge of the woods up on the hill of the historical city of Newaygo. This space was created to be a getaway from all the hustle bustle with a .5 mile trek (walk/bike/drive) into the town of Newaygo or its many surrounding adventures. Bike or hike the Dragon Trail, visit the Newaygo Brewery or Market 41, fish the Muskegon River or any of the multiple surrounding bodies of water we have. Float the river in the summer or hit the snowmobile trails in the winter.

Hand Crafted Home- Retreat into Nature #JansmaHome

This family built home will recharge you. Tall windows give a front row seat to the wildlife that approaches this home that is tucked into the Manistee National Forest. Lounge in the bay window and overlook the blooming meadow that leads to the pond in the summer. Curl up with a cup of tea and feel the warmth of the stone walls during a winter snow fall. Listen to the sounds of the night on the enchanted screened in porch. Breath the fall air while walking the trail prepared in the woods.

Cozy 4bdr cabin w/hot tub on the Muskegon River

Riverbend Ranch is a place to rest and reset. A place where you can find adventure for the outdoor enthusiasts and peacefulness for those who seek tranquility. Deer run through these ravines and salmon swim through the river bend, come see all the wildlife! Enjoy soaking in the hot tub and spending time with those you love on the ranch! Please note we do have a rental agreement to sign. This is to ensure a wonderful stay for you as our delighted guest and for others that come after you!

Riverbend Retreat Pere Marquette

Welcome to The Riverbend Retreat! A Paddler & Angler's paradise! Escape to 6 private acres on a scenic stretch of the Pere Marquette River. Enjoy close proximity to canoe rentals, fishing outfitters, hiking & great food! Explore the trails and waters of Huron-Manistee National Forest or sit and watch the sun glisten off of the water from the riverside fire pit. North Country Trailhead just 5 min west! Groceries, ice cream & gas station just 1/2 mile away.

Green Acres: Your Home Among the Trees

Steeped in nature, the gazebo provides a get away into nature, with its double bed and intimate sized room this is a wonderful space for 2 to be immersed in a peaceful environment. Whether you came here to rest & revive or to explore there is plenty to be had! The gazebo has a nearby compostable toliet (shared with other guests), and just a 1 minute walk on a path in the woods to the main house (where the full bathroom is that can be used 9am-8pm).

Picturesque and cozy cabin on Ryerson Lake channel

Relax listening to the water flow over the dam or bring your fishing poles and fish right off the deck and at the dam, next to the cabin! Bring your kayaks and venture down the channel to the lake. Sip coffee in the morning right on the deck and enjoy the private view. The cabin has a queen bed in one bedroom and two twin beds in the second bedroom. This cabin is great for a family with two children, or a couple looking for a quiet get away!

Modern Aframe with River Views, Sauna, Hot Tub

Welcome to Riverbend Aframe, a stylish A-frame cabin perched on a wooded bluff above the tranquil Kalamazoo River in Southwest Michigan. This 2023-built retreat blends modern design with cozy charm, offering the perfect escape. Enjoy a private sauna, hot tub, and firepit among the trees. Stay tucked away in nature or explore nearby wineries, orchards, local eateries, and the beautiful Lake Michigan beaches—just minutes from the cabin.

Hidden Fall Retreat Lake, Fire Pit & 6 Kayaks

When the leaves turn and the lake goes quiet, this is where you want to be. Rumored to have once been a secret hideaway for well-dressed Chicago visitors who preferred their privacy — Always Hart Lake is a hidden fall retreat on Hart Lake surrounded by forest. Private beach, 6 kayaks, fire pit, and pure peace. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 7. Just 20 minutes from Muskegon. Some places are easy to visit. This is one you won't forget.

The Woodmoor Cabin • Log A-Frame & Bunkhouse •

Get your getaway on 10 private and wooded acres just 1 hour north of Grand Rapids, 30 minutes to Lake Michigan, 20 minutes to the Hardy/Croton Dam/Pond and Muskegon River areas, and less than 10 minutes to several North Country Trailheads. Explore the property or walk right into 492 acres of the Manistee National Forest. Come to unplug, and stay to reconnect, at the Woodmoor Cabin Log A-Frame and Bunkhouse.

Serenity Now Treehouse

Serenity Now Treehouse is a TRUE treehouse built in four strong Oak trees on the property behind our home alongside Silver Creek. Here you’ll find the perfect place to unplug for a couple of days of peace and tranquility. We’ve also recently added a prayer chapel along the side of our home for our family, friends and treehouse guests to have a special place to pray and connect with God if you would like.