Title: Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=117159265&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub Cottage in Mancelona with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub ![Outdoor spa tub - Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub (Mancelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159300/117159265/f10eb818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub (Mancelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159300/117159265/881aa342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub (Mancelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159300/117159265/81b00a98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub (Mancelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159300/117159265/dbf18dd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player - Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub (Mancelona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159300/117159265/29f0191e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - 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 cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub Wooded Retreat w/ Hot Tub, King Suite, Trailer Parking — Near Torch Lake & Shanty Creek Unwind at this peaceful 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch tucked away on 2.5 wooded acres—ideal for families, couples, and outdoor adventurers. Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, you’re just minutes from lakes, trails, ski slopes, wineries, and charming small towns. 🛏️ Primary Suite – King bed + private soaker tub 📺 Roku TVs – In all bedrooms + living room 🔥 Hot tub under the stars + fire pit for s’mores 🚐 Trailer-friendly parking – Bring your boat, ATV, or snowmobiles 🌲 Private, peaceful lot with space to explore and relax 🛶 Torch Lake – 12 min 🎿 Shanty Creek Resort (Golf/Ski) – 18 min 🏖️ Elk Rapids Beach – 28 min 🏜️ Sleeping Bear Dunes – 1 hr 🍷 Wineries, breweries & trails – all close by Whether you’re boating in summer, skiing in winter, or just soaking in the hot tub after a day of adventure, this cozy Northern Michigan home is your perfect basecamp. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - 4 steps to reach entrance - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Double-glazed windows - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,200 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82660000/82653200/82653146/1bc2b949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Traverse City all-season 4bd modern farmhouse family getaway ranch home! 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Mancelona - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=80868356&PinnedHotelID=80868356&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks Lock the doors and return the keys Checkout by 11am so our cleaners can provide the same wonderful experience for our next guest. Please leave our space just how you found it. •Bedding can stay on beds •Wash dishes before leaving •Remove your items from fridge •Check to ensure you're not leaving anything behind. Please leave us a review and tell us and our future guests how awesome our property was during your stay! Thank you! 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area ![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%7C44.84409%2C-85.16166&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Z-JlxS0VdVwbya6zNIDndbydXoQ=) Mancelona, MI #### What's nearby - Torch Lake \- 14 min drive \- 9.9 miles - Torch Lake Park \- 15 min drive \- 10.1 miles - Grass River Natural Area \- 16 min drive \- 10.8 miles - Lake Bellaire \- 19 min drive \- 13.7 miles - Clam Lake \- 20 min drive \- 13.0 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hens Den - ‬9 min drive - ‪Casa Nueva - ‬5 min drive - ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kritters Hide Away - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Iron Skillet - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub? ### What time is check-in at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub? ### What time is check-out at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub? ### Where is Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub 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 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie B. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property as described. Close to all the lakes. Plenty of sleeping space. ##### Melanie B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myles K. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Peaceful and full of laughs ##### Myles K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave U. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice secluded peaceful place in the woods. Not too far from grocery stores. Was bigger than I expected with smple space to spread out both inside and out. ##### Dave U. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meg B. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay at the retreat cottage. It was very cozy set back into the woods. There’s a little trail that goes a bit deeper that our kids loved looking for deer prints on. It’s a little distance from any grocery store so be sure to bring your staples with you( spices and cooking oils, ice trays). Coffee was provided and that’s pretty important. The host was able to answer my questions fairly quickly! The hot tub was a fabulous amenity that our family enjoyed at night or even early in the morning. ![7](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7f377988-fafa-4aa5-8c2b-60f446b24120-1757955641447.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Meg B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa A. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect ##### Lisa A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ---