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Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River - Recently Renovated!!

Branch cabin with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Branch, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Star Lake
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Branch

On river.A stay at this cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Roby Lake. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Big Star Lake and Lake Township Park.
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What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Big Star Lake - 23 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Cecilia Lake - 30 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Charles Mears State Park - 52 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 53 min drive - 50.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Bullet Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruby Creek Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪14 Mile Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪River City Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Creek Condo Association - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River - Recently Renovated!!

Beautiful cabin property located between Ludington and Baldwin on the Big South branch of the Pere Marquette river. We have added the home next door as a 3 BR rental also, VRBO ID 9368622, search Branch Township, MI and look for the description that says "Beautiful Cabin with Gorgeous Riverbend View". Or, Google "VRBO Property HA 9368622" and look for "beautiful Cabin with Gorgeous Riverbend View". Come for the great fishing, quiet relaxation, kayaking or tubing down the river, or hiking in nearby Manistee National Forest trails. This cabin is situated literally on the bank of the Pere Marquette River. It has gorgeous views of the river and is conveniently located approximately 30 min from Ludington or 1hour from Muskegon. Popular destinations all within an hour's drive include Pentwater, Hart and the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Ludington and Manistee. Rockers on the porch are a great spot for relaxing or having a cocktail while viewing the outdoors and river, or sit at the fire pit in the evening and roast marshmallows. Lots of wildlife including eagles, deer, blue herons, salmon, and many wild birds to enjoy. Also a great spot for hunters and fishermen looking for comfortable, modern lodging while enjoying the great outdoors. Conveniently located 1 mile from a local store, bar, and restaurant.

All of our beds have really comfortable, memory foam mattresses. We have a new 55" smart TV and offer YouTube TV streaming service.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside or near windows

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Well behaved dogs. Max of 2. No cats. $50.00 Fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: With adult supervision at riverfront and on deck

Events

No events allowed
Speak to owner concerning gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside or near windows

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: speak to owner concerning gatherings
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: speak to owner concerning gatherings For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Relaxing Cozy Cabin Beautiful Pere Marquette River Branch
Relaxing Cozy Cabin Beautiful Pere Marquette River
Relaxing Cozy Beautiful Pere Marquette River Branch
Relaxing Cozy Beautiful Pere Marquette River
Relaxing Cozy Beautiful Pere
Vrbo Property
Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River Cabin
Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River Branch
Relajante y Acogedora Cabaña en el Hermoso río Pere Marquette

Reviews

Relaxing cozy cabin on beautiful Pere Marquette River - Recently Renovated!! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T., Pinckney, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place to reset and enjoy nature! The home was cozy but very roomy. Beautiful large kitchen with new looking appliances. Beds were so comfortable!! Unfortunately, the TV worked great so my husband could watch all his football games over the weekend. We were blessed with good weather and watched the October leaves change and fall, the steelhead swim upstream and enjoyed a couple evening fires. The house sits on a nice road to walk your pup down, too. The house was well maintained and clean. The location is quite a ways from a grocery store, so I suggest shopping before you come. We really enjoyed our time here and hope to return. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whether inside looking out, rocking on the back porch or watching and enjoying the river from the decking, this place just feels peaceful and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
West Virginia's slogan is "Almost Heaven" and that's only because they haven't stayed at the Riverbend Cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dewey w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay and relax during the Amateur State Disc golf Championship.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection on the PM! The accommodations were wonderful and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great River get away

We loved the space and the view of the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly F., Oregon, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
We rented this cabin and the one next store owned by the same host. It was wonderful. The river was beautiful. The host was very nice and attentive. Went to Pentwater to shop and to Baldwin for that a float down the pers Marquette. These cabins were comfortable and perfect for family. We would definitely rent this again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

K S.

Liked: Cleanliness

awesome

awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

We had such a relaxing time staying here! The cabin has lots of room and is very clean. Saw lots of deer and Turkeys! Very peaceful place to go to just re-set! Cool breeze off the river as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Weekend

We stay with our four adult kids (18-22) for three nights. Our stay could not have been better. The place was clean, well kept and the perfect size for our group. We enjoyed relaxing tmornings and evenings by the river. The directions and all the information we recieved up front was very helpful. We were 45 min or less from all the activities we wanted to do (Pentwater, Siver lk sand dunes, Pine river canoe). We will be booking again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderful, peaceful quiet, with the river view being the highlight. We just Sat on the deck, or bedroom, or sitting room watching the river flow and birds and fish flitter about. Just what we were looking for. The house all we needed. The fire pit was great, kitchen had all we needed, washer and dryer if necessary. Easily accessible if mobility issues, but 2 large steps to get into house, so maybe not wheelchair friendly . We would definitely go back for a relaxing time. Loved seeing the turkeys fly over the river . Only down side, is their other rental property is very close, so I'd position myself to not see it, and if the vacationers there are loud or even just enjoying the outdoors too if can interfere in the peace . Another thing, which the hosts note, is you are about 30 minutes from anything, so if you wanted to get out and explore parts of western Michigan it's a bit of a trek to get there. We tried once, and since it's rural and roads aren't marked well, and cell service patchy on the roads, got a little lost, didn't feel like trying to figure it out, and went back to sit by the river .BUT the place was a haven for rest and quiet nature beauty!! Hopefully, I'll have the river images in my head forever . Thank you for sharing this special place. It's hard to find single level accommodations on the water, and a super duper bonus, we could bring our 2 dogs!!! Happy campers.
From the master bedroom
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H., Temperance, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Weekend Relaxation

My husband and mom and I all stayed at this comfortable, clean rental for the weekend. Our main attraction was to attend a family wedding in the area. This was a perfect spot for us. We were impressed with the great directions we received before arrival. The furniture was comfortable including the beds. Having everything on one floor was awesome for my 80 year old mother. The deck was perfect for relaxing between wedding activities. We really enjoyed the quiet country road for walking the dogs. Also it was very convenient to have a few local dining spots to enjoy. The wifi worked fine gor helping us stay in touch with family. My favorite experience was definitely the rocking chairs on the deck with the river view. We spent some time in the front yard as well for the warmth of the sun. We enjoyed seeing deer, turkeys and a lot of different birds. There was a handrail for helping to get up the front door steps. If you are looking for a quiet spot to enjoy nature, this would be a great spot. We are very grateful to have had this beautiful retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

Beautiful view of river with quiet surroundings. Well taken care of housing and friendly owners who timely respond to any concerns
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot with up north feeling

Place was perfect for our friends get together. Comfortable lodging and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack N.

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice

I think this is our best rental we have stayed at in Michigan. There are places that say they are right on something. Both of these cottages that are there to rent are right on the river. it is really nice to find somewhere you really want to go back to , and this is that kind of stay. Dave is super nice and the care of the places really shows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

We decided to book a last minute weekend getaway to do some dirt biking and got the added benefit of getting to do some pretty spectacular fishing right outside the back door of the house. Would highly recommend Dave’s place and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Retreat on the River

Very enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fishing trip

This property is as described by the property owner. Located on the river ready for fishing and relaxing. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another fine, relaxing trip

Just what we were looking forward to . . . relaxing stay with loads of nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot!

Loved the set up of the home, my husband and I (Grandma and Grandpa) were able to be on one side of the house in far bedroom, while daughter, her husband and our grandbabies were on the other side! River is beautiful, and listening to it in the middle of the night is heavenly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverview Cabin

Very peaceful and relaxing. The kitchen is fully stocked. Everything you need is there. We always do our own cooking and there wasn’t anything missing. The cabin was very clean and the directions spot on. Do print them up though as GPS is spotty. Great WiFi in the cabin. We will be staying here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip

Very relaxing river off the back of property. Seen tons of deer. Bats and spiders, turkey, etc Nice location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Great place in great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

We had an amazing time The cabin/house was clean and fully furnished with everything we needed. If you want a relaxing no stress vacation taking in the beauty of the Pere Marquette River and wild life this is your place. We saw a bald eagle fly over the river, turkeys in the front yard and lots of deer. My 12y/o daughter and the dog did not want to leave. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage on Pere Marquette River

Prefect. Cottage is spectacular, Host was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024