Title: Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6204380&destination=Bangor%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=92611271&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach ## Photo gallery for Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach ![Outdoor dining - Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach (Bangor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92611300/92611271/5a8bc79b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach (Bangor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92611300/92611271/d858569e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach (Bangor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92611300/92611271/d13c8751.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach (Bangor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92611300/92611271/b0352374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach (Bangor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92611300/92611271/b8969816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the serene Black River Retreat, nestled in a secluded riverfront haven. Sip coffee on the spacious deck overlooking ravines and gardens or take a stroll through private wooded trails. Unwind with cold drinks by the playsets, watch the river flow from the dock or 5-person inflatable island, and cut wildflowers for your dining table. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach Want to be close to the action, but still have room to breathe? Our secluded, riverfront home has all you need to relax, but is just 10 minutes from South Haven. Welcome to Black River Retreat! Start your day by sipping your coffee on the spacious deck overlooking the ravine and gardens. Or take your coffee to go as you stroll through our private, wooded trails. Enjoy a cold drink in the backyard while the kids explore the playsets. Watch the river run by as you relax on the dock in the woods, or even on the 5 person inflatable island that floats on the river. (You will get wet!) Cut a boquet from the wildflower meadow to liven up the dining room table (in season). After an afternoon at the beach and shopping, unwind in the hot tub or around the campfire. What’s nearby: South Beach - 12 minutes Downtown South Haven- 12 minutes Van Buren State Park- 12 minutes Kalhaven Trailhead- 12 minutes Gingerman Raceway- 9 minutes Sherman Dairy- 11 minutes Kids Corner playground- 14 minutes Michigan Theatre (movie theatre)- 14 minutes Downtown Saugatuck- 30 minutes Kalamazoo- 45 minutes Holland- 40 minutes Grand Rapids- 1 hour and 10 minutes Vacation Rental FAQs Q: Do you have central air conditioning? A: Yes. We have central air, and we also have a window air conditioning unit in the upstairs bedroom since it tends to be a few degrees warmer upstairs. Q: What kind of coffee maker do you have? A: We have a drip coffee maker as well as a Keurig K-Iced machine that brews single cups of hot or iced coffee. In addition, we supply a French press and pour over coffee maker. We also supply a selection on Kcups, ground coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, and sweetener. Q: Are there leeches in the river? A: We have never seen any. Q: Is smoking allowed? A: Smoking is not allowed in or near the house. If you wish to smoke, please do so away from the house and deck. Also, clean up any evidence of smoking (ash, cigarette butts). Q: What are the sleeping arrangements? A: The upstairs king room features a king size Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid mattress with a plush top and supportive coil base. The main floor king bedroom has a king size memory foam mattress with a foam topper. The bunk room has four twin beds; one innerspring, one gel infused memory foam, one hybrid memory foam and innerspring, and one traditional coil spring; all have foam toppers. Q: Do we need to bring sheets, pillows, towels, and comforters? A: Each king bed is supplied with a fitted sheet and top sheet, one lightweight quilt, 4 pillows, and a soft fleece blanket (Fleece blanket can be found in closet). Each twin bed is supplied with a fitted sheet and top sheet, one comforter, and 2 pillows. Each bathroom is supplied with bath mats, bath and hand towels, and washcloths. We also supply one beach towel per person. Q: Can I get early check in or late check out? A: We are happy to accommodate this request when we can! If other guests aren’t checking in/out on the same day, we can likely work something out. (It typically takes our cleaning crew the entire window between same day check out/ check in to have the house clean and ready for our guests). ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 2,200 square feet - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111592200/111592130/8e0a8bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4-bedroom house in beautiful Bangor with AC, WiFi Bangor - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=111592130&PinnedHotelID=111592130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90984500/90984430/6698bace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Countryside Escape - 10 minutes from downtown South Haven! 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Start the washing machine with a load of towels. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Bangor, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and North Point Conservation Area, while Michigan Flywheelers Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Kids Place Park and The Fun Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Bangor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor.dx6204380) [View more Holiday homes in Bangor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6204380-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.33189%2C-86.17263&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cNKWsqCDyh0CKLjtIOGljROmk_c=) Bangor, MI ### What's nearby - Veteran's Memorial Park 4 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Kiwanis Park 4 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Lincoln Street Overlook Park 4 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Lions Park 4 min drive \- 3.8 miles - Kids Place Park 5 min drive \- 4.5 miles ### Getting around - Bangor Station 5 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Fire Water Grill 11 min drive - Lakeside Entertainment 10 min drive - Frida’s Cantina 9 min drive - The Groovin’ Grove 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach? ### What time is check-in at Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach? ### What time is check-out at Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach? ### Where is Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Riverfront Home I Floating River Lounge I Trails I 12 Min to Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Layne S. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Retreat Property exceeded our expectations!! Perfect place for two families with children. ##### Layne S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin S. 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Awesome property and awesome house. Had a great time with the family. I would recommend very highly. ##### Benjamin S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel T S. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Black River Retreat Property was beautiful and great. Listing was spot on. Hot tub was great. The property and landscaping was awesome and very well taken care of. Would definitely recommend and stay here again. ##### Daniel T S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug P. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great private getaway! Great place for a family wanting to have a peaceful and fun vacation. My grandchildren had a wonderful time ages 5-14\. I would recommend this to any family. Wish there was a television and comfortable chair in the living room for someone who is not able to use the steps to go downstairs. ##### Doug P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail V. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Stay in Nature This property was absolutely perfect for my girls trip. The pictures did not do the landscaping justice- we could’ve sat out there for days. The property manager reached out in case we had any issues and made sure we knew where everything was. I will definitely look into staying here again if I come back to the area with a group! Plenty of space and amenities. ##### Abigail V. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa G. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place Everything about this place is top notch and amazing! My girlfriend’s and I have traveled all over for years and this place was the absolute best. Every detail has been thought of including a raft up and running on the water, the hot tub on and heating up upon arrival, complimentary snacks from the area and name placards for each and every beautiful tree, shrub or flower on the grounds. There’s something for everyone here. I can’t recommend this place enough. ##### Melissa G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dina B. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeds expectations! Pictures cannot capture the beautiful space we enjoyed at the Black River Retreat. There is something for everyone! Make sure to make time to spend in the yard - we spent our days exploring the town and evenings at the lovely fire pit with the fireflies and in the hot tub. They thought of nearly everything! We plan to come back! ##### Dina B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew M. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property This is one of the best properties we have ever stayed in through VRBO. Everything in the listing was accurate. The house was so clean it was shining. There were so many thoughtful items provided like bug spray, coffee with sugar and creamers, and hand sanitizer in addition to the kids games and water toys mentioned in the listing. Our kids had a wonderful time and can't wait to stay there again. ##### Matthew M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### william e. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene and peaceful vacation! If you put this place on your list of places to stay in the area do it if its available the word will be out soon about this place! super clean, set way back in the woods and corn and on a river, awesome deck, awesome firepit and patio, awesome hot tup, tons of room to hang out, we did not use the river but it would be great for summer days with people swimming and hanging out its a beautiful spot! The overall condition of the yard and all the beautiful landscaping is awesome, the property manager was great and check on us through the app halfway through, left us a welcome card and some goodies that were great. Only 10 mins to South Haven and half hr to Saugatuck was great. We golfed and took in the sights and local food for 5 days and every night we could not wait to get back and have a fire or go in the hot tub and just chill. ##### william e. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany M. 5 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional Home & Property in Private Wooded Setting My family and I truly enjoyed staying at this property. The view off the deck, beautifully landscaped yard and river with wooded trails was perfect for our weekend getaway. It was peaceful and luxurious. The home was well maintained, nicely decorated and offered plenty of room. The wraparound deck was my favorite spot to enjoy coffee in the morning. The kids loved walking the trails, which were not long and easily navigated for them to do on their own (ages 7-12). The bonfire was a perfect spot for the kids to roast marshmallows and the adults to relax. The area is conveniently located close to Lake Michigan and beautiful beaches and if you like smoked fish, check out Bob’s meats, less than 5 min away. I look forward to booking again, this is one of my favorite rental properties and would highly recommend. ##### Tiffany M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily J. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Find! We absolutely loved our stay! The home was clean and beautiful. There were great board games, wonderful books, and a really fun space for little ones. The property manager was efficient, friendly, and incredibly helpful. AND THE GROUNDS!!! The lawn was pristine, the landscaping was gorgeous (and labeled), and the outdoor patio felt like a beautiful extention of the indoor space. The trails on property were these perfect little 1/2 mile loops that all my kids (2-17yrs) enjoyed. We saw deer, wild turkeys, tons of birds, and rabbits. There were even fun play structures outside where my teenagers challenged each other to physical contests. We enjoyed s'mores and fires every night while watching the fireflies. Cannot say enough good things about this property! ##### Emily J. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian C. 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding. TLDR; Don't delay, book today! We went here for a quick weekend getaway and it was amazing. Far to much to enjoy in just a few days. The place is perfectly located between Bangor and South Haven, about 10 minutes from each. It is set back in the woods so you have great privacy and wonderful nature encounters (deer and a cardinal that said good morning to us every day at the window). The kids had a wonderful time. They played on the equipment, went for walks in the woods, they even played in the basement with the wonderful toys provided. It was a fantastic stay! The Good: • Wonderful location • Plenty to do. Hot tub, play equipment, nature walks • Wildlife is everywhere • Peaceful • Great host and wonderful communication The Bad • Um.. nothing. Maybe the stairs down to the river could have reflective tape to make the edges easier to see going down The Ugly • Nothing, I had to stretch to get a bad poing. I know I can't come up with an ugly one. ##### Brian C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank S. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful piece of property, I highly recommend spending time here. Everything was great. ##### Frank S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay Fantastic stay, everything was as advertised and then some. ##### Andrew S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay G. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House manager was in touch days before, making check in easy! Also gave info in regards to area attractions! House was well furnished, full kitchen, making meals at home easy! The property was beautiful and very enjoyable! ##### Lindsay G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda H. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Getaway Nice property and great host! ##### Amanda H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lee B. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent property inside and out. Our entry code did not work on arrival and it took a short amount of time to get in contact with anyone to fix the problem. We also would like access to television and this was very limited. ##### Lee B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property is immaculate. House was very clean. Good proximity to South Haven, wineries and casino. Would stay again. Thanks! ##### David Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie B. 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Getaway This was a fantastic find. Everything we needed was there! Host was very friendly and accommodating. Thank you for hosting the perfect friend getaway ##### Angie B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwin A. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 Perfect place for a getaway! ##### Edwin A. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie F. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Oasis The pictures do not do this property justice. It’s absolutely gorgeous, inside and out. The attention to detail and communication from the property manager was appreciated. We were easily able to drive into South Haven and it’s also not too far from Saugatuck. Local grocery store is just 5 minutes away. Highly recommend this property! ##### Melanie F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy Q. 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! The Black River Retreat is a wonderful place to stay. The home and grounds are beautiful. We loved everything from the PURPLE (best color ever) front door to the signage indicating what the various trees around the yard are to the supplied fire starting and firewood for the firepit. Everything was done very well. The book on the kitchen counter was a very helpful resource. The local products left for us was a nice touch also. The labeling was terrific (like how to start the dishwasher). The communications with Heather (the property manager) were much appreciated. There are a couple of things (both of which are safety related) we suggest to improve The Black River Retreat. The first is to have some kind of railing on the stairs to the river. As we age, we are less secure in our footing, and a railing would be very helpful. And, the second is to put some kind of reflective tape or the like on the step going to the firepit level. It blended in and if you didn't pay close attention when walking, it would be easy to fall. I would definitely stay at The Black River Retreat again, and would highly recommend it to others. ##### Nancy Q. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan H. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Ethan H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ---