River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails

River Rock Guest House
River Rock Guest House is tucked along a quiet road at the edge of Delhi Metropark, where riverfront parks, trails, and natural areas are just steps away. The Huron River and the Border-to-Border Trail invite walking, biking, and outdoor adventures while remaining just minutes from Ann Arbor, Dexter, and Chelsea.
Enjoy the best of both worlds: a peaceful, nature-inspired setting with convenient access to the many attractions of the Ann Arbor area. River Rock Guest House is an easy home base for University of Michigan events, including games and concerts at the Big House, campus visits, family gatherings, and everything Ann Arbor has to offer. Explore local restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, or venture to the nearby villages of Dexter and Chelsea for their unique charm, dining, and outdoor experiences.

The Home
This 1,200-square-foot private guest house features its own separate entrance and dedicated parking for up to three vehicles.
River Rock Guest House offers a comfortable space where guests can relax, gather, and make themselves at home. The home features two separate living areas, two bedrooms, a comfortable full bathroom, a complete kitchen, and a private backyard haven surrounded by mature trees.
Whether visiting for a University of Michigan event, exploring the outdoors, or simply enjoying time near Ann Arbor, guests will find a welcoming place to settle in.

Private Backyard Haven
Step outside into your own private backyard haven, a landscaped garden surrounded by mature trees and illuminated with warm evening lighting. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck, relax with a good book in the garden, gather around the fire pit on the brick patio, or simply listen to the birds and river wildlife.
With comfortable seating on the deck and around the fire pit, the backyard offers a peaceful place to reconnect, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of the Ann Arbor area after a day of exploring.

The Lodge
The Lodge is the heart of River Rock Guest House—a warm and inviting great room designed for gathering and spending time together. The open-concept room includes a comfortable living area and dining area where guests can enjoy meals, games, conversation, or a quiet evening in.
The Lodge's comfortable sectional sofa offers a unique convertible design that can be transformed into an additional sleeping space when needed.
Settle in with the 65" TV and easy streaming access, or simply enjoy the comfortable surroundings and peaceful atmosphere. High-speed internet is available throughout the home for streaming, remote work, and staying connected during your visit.

Front Living Room
The front living room offers a separate space to unwind away from the main gathering area. A bay window overlooks the front yard and wooded area across the street, bringing a peaceful natural view into the room.
Furnished with a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, this room offers additional flexibility for families, couples, or groups traveling together. Guests often appreciate having a second living area—whether it's for early risers enjoying a quiet morning, late nighters watching a movie, or simply creating more space for everyone to settle in comfortably.

Sleeping Arrangements
River Rock Guest House offers two separate bedrooms with additional sleeping flexibility in the front living room.

Rear Bedroom
The quiet rear bedroom features a comfortable queen bed and a window overlooking the garden. The room also includes a dresser, a small TV, and a closet with an ironing board and iron.

Front Bedroom
The front bedroom features a full-size bed, nightstand, and corner cabinet for additional storage. The closet includes extra blankets and pillows, along with the bedding for the queen sleeper sofa in the front living room.

Kitchen & Essentials
The kitchen is thoughtfully equipped for preparing meals and includes updated appliances, a gas stove, dishwasher, cookware, dishes, silverware, a coffee maker, toaster, blender, and the everyday essentials most guests need.
For added convenience, the home includes a washer and dryer with laundry detergent provided, along with paper products and other household basics to help make your stay simple and comfortable.

Explore the Area
River Rock Guest House is ideally located for guests who want easy access to both nature and the Ann Arbor area. Delhi Metropark provides nearby riverfront areas, open spaces, picnic areas, grills, and river access. Guests can walk to the Huron River, the historic one-lane bridge, and the Border-to-Border Trail, a regional trail connecting communities throughout the area.
During warmer months, guests can enjoy a classic Huron River experience at Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery, located nearby, with canoe, kayak, and tubing rentals along one of the river's most scenic stretches.
Beyond the immediate area, explore downtown Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan campus, and events at the Big House. The nearby villages of Dexter and Chelsea offer their own charm, with local restaurants, shops, community events, and additional opportunities to enjoy the surrounding countryside.