Title: River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door Holiday home in Canaan ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118070000/118062200/118062168/00f03443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118070000/118062200/118062168/064f0a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118070000/118062200/118062168/305b567b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118070000/118062200/118062168/f9aca9c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118070000/118062200/118062168/f891503c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer ## 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. ### River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door Discover Your Perfect Getaway on the Indian River! Welcome to this newly renovated 3-bedroom home in Canaan, New Hampshire, ideally situated for adventure and relaxation. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine, WiFi, outdoor fire pit, private pond, and the majestic Indian River. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at our place. Whether you're visiting Dartmouth College, Cardigan Mountain School, participating in the famous Prouty, racing at the Canaan Motor Club, or exploring the many outdoor activities the Upper Valley has to offer, this is the place to stay! Nestled along the beautiful Indian River, this property boasts a private pond and access to excellent fishing, tubing, and scenic wading pools. Just 50 yards from the renowned Northern Rail Trail, you'll enjoy 58.3 miles of biking, walking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and 130 miles of snowmobile trails right at your doorstep. For water lovers, Grafton Pond—featured in NH Magazine and Yankee Magazine as one of New England’s most pristine kayaking destinations—is less than 5 miles away. You’re also within 10 miles of Mascoma Lake, Crystal Lake, and Canaan Street Lake, perfect for boating or an afternoon by the water. If hiking is your passion, Cardigan Mountain is just 5 miles away, with additional nearby trails like Profile Falls, Colette Trail, Mink Brook Nature Preserve, and Moose Mountain Trailhead waiting to be explored. Need a bite to eat? You're within 3 miles of several local restaurants, and a convenience store is located just across the street. Major shopping centers in Lebanon and Hanover are only a short drive away. Winter sports enthusiasts will appreciate being within 25 miles of Dartmouth Skiway, Whaleback, and Ragged Mountain, which offer fantastic skiing and snowboarding options. This home offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation—a great place to create lasting memories with family and friends. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63370000/63361400/63361359/a60a4e06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The EcoLodge – Hike • Stargaze & Cozy Fires Canaan - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=63361359&PinnedHotelID=63361359&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91230000/91222200/91222167/w1170h780x0y2-b59cf44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint lakefront; firepit, boat, kayaks, paddleboard, grill, laundry, hammock Springfield - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=91222167&PinnedHotelID=91222167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111740000/111730900/111730814/6dfb1273.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Lakefront Cottage on Lake Mascoma Enfield - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 19 reviews £451 includes taxes & fees 19 Nov - 20 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=111730814&PinnedHotelID=111730814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110130000/110125500/110125499/04bd5eb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whispering Woods Cabin - Creekside & Pet Friendly Grafton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=110125499&PinnedHotelID=110125499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46330000/46328900/46328899/5e7292f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Immaculate Waterfront Cottage - Activities Galore for the Entire Family Enfield - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=46328899&PinnedHotelID=46328899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92260000/92257800/92257784/2f5bf508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private cabin on water nestled in foothills of scenic Mt. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=43.648666,-72.02722&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g_miGbyrvL%3FU%3FS%3FW%40S%40U%3FU%40S%40U%40UBS%40UBU%40SBUBUBSBSDUBSDUDSBSFQDSDSDSFSFQDSFQFSFQHSFOFQHQFQHOHQHOHOHQJMHQJMHOJOJKJOJMHMLMJKJMLKJKLKJKLILKLIJILKLGLINILGLGLGNGLENELGLENENELCNCNCLENANCLANCNAN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40NBN%40NBN%40LDNBNBLBNDLDNDLFNDLDLFNFLFLFLHNHJHLHLHLHLJJHLJLJJJLJJLJJJLJLJLJNJLJLHNJLHPJLHPHNHNHPFNHPHPFPFPHPFPFRFPDRFPDRFRDRDRDPDRDTBRDRBTDRBR%40TBTBRBT%40T%40RBT%40T%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%40V%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAV%3FTARAT%3FTARCTATARCTCTCRATCRETCRERCRETERERERERGPERGREPGRGPGPIPGPGPIRINGNIPINIPINKNINKNILKLKNKLKLKLKLKJKLMJKJMJMJKJMHMHMJMFKJOFMHMFMFOFMFMFODMDODMFOBMBOBODMBOBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCMCOEOCMCOCOGMEMEOEMGOGMGMGMGOIMGMIMIKKMIMIMKKKMKKKMKKMKKMMIMKMKMKMKOIMKOIOKOIOIQIOIQIOGOISGQGOIQGSGQGSEQGSGSEQESESGSCSESEUCSESCUCSCUCSAUCUASCUAUASAU%3FUASAU%3FW%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BNuQTAjfPMEXJTLoaFovUTRulQw=) Canaan, NH #### What's nearby - Canaan Town Library - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Williams Field - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles - Cardigan Mountain School - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center - 30 min drive - 17.9 miles - Dartmouth College - 33 min drive - 19.5 miles #### Getting around - White River Junction Station - 28 min drive - Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive - ‪56 Main Street - ‬11 min drive - ‪Carpenters Cup Coffee - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ziggy’s Pizza - ‬9 min drive - ‪Canaan Village Pizza - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking at River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is River Retreat –Tranquil Getaway, Fish, Hike & Explore from Your Back Door located? > Situated in Canaan, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Canaan Town Library, Williams Field and Canaan Motor Club. Canaan Historical Museum and Canaan Street Lake Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question