Located in Ann Arbor, this guesthouse is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hudson Mills Metropark and Pinckney State Recreation Area, while The Encore Theatre and Ann Arbor Hands On Museum are cultural highlights. Bel-Mark Lanes and Power Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing, and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Culver's - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Panda Express - 9 min drive
Wendy's - 9 min drive
About this property
River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails
River Rock Guest House River Rock Guest House is tucked on a quiet road at the edge of Delhi Metropark, with riverfront parks, trails, and natural areas steps away. The Huron River and Border-to-Border Trail inspire walking, biking, and outdoor adventures while remaining 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 check out 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, play structures 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, with canoe, kayak, and tubing rentals along one of the river's most scenic stretches. Skip's is a 5 minute walk out the front door. 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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours in the backyard and in general from 11 PM - 7 AM
No Smoking, No Parties, No Pets, Minimum renter age is 21.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3625900
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Is River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails?
As of Oct 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails on Nov 2, 2026 start from $213, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails located?
Situated on a river, this guesthouse is steps from Huron River and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Dexter-Huron. Bel-Mark Lanes and Hudson Mills Metropark are also within 6 mi (10 km).
River Rock Guest House | Quiet Haven Near Ann Arbor, U-M & River Trails Reviews
Reviews
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This property was fabulous, clean, comfortable, well stocked. Great location close to Ann Arbor and Dexter. We enjoyed a walk along the river and Delhi park. We will definitely return!
Beautiful home in an ideal location to both Dexter and Ann Arbor, as well as tubing on the Huron! The kitchen is well equipped and beds are comfortable.
River Rock was just the right place for our short get-away. The property is ideally located in a country setting but close to Ann Arbor with all its attractions. The house is spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Communication with the owners was excellent. The private patio was lovely. We highly recommend it!A side note for potential kayakers: check the website first before going to Skip’s Canoe livery. All the signs indicated it was open, but we found it locked up.
We loved our stay! This house is so comfortable and nicely equipped with everything you need. It’s a pretty drive to Ann Arbor and we loved the location - a nice quiet escape from the traffic of Ann Arbor. We had 3 couples and everyone was comfortable. Having a second living room area was really nice for the late nighters and the early risers. Great communication with the hosts. Highly recommend.
Perfect place for our family’s stay in Ann Arbor! The owners were so thought with little added touches to make our stay feel like staying in our own home. Plus easy access to beautiful walking/biking trails right out the driveway. Highly recommend!
We loved our stay at River Rock Guest house! The house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked and recently updated. We enjoyed meals in the large dining room/living room and on the back deck. The property is clean and well cared for with plenty of privacy. You can tell the owners care deeply about their guests, the home and the outdoor space. Terry responded quickly and was very helpful and kind. We were a family of 6 (2 adults, 4 young children) and we had plenty of room. The pullout couch was very comfortable and fit 3 children. We spent time at the Metro park playground and took walks on the Border to Border Trail. We also spent a day on the Huron River utilizing Skip's Canoe Livery which is a short walk from the property. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a quiet sanctuary close to nature and the Huron River. I will definitely come back!
River Rock Guest House was perfect for our stay in Ann Arbor. We were visiting family and so grateful to be close, but have our own space. The guest house was meticulously clean, the furnishing and kitchen were beautiful and spacious. It had everything we needed. The outdoor space was serene. It is out in the country but still close to town; 10 min to restaurants grocery stores and coffee shops. We will definitely look to stay again when we come to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Jul 28, 2026
ABSOLUTELY 5 STAR STAY!!!
I love my entire stay... the host was SUPER nice, very accommodating. The property is stunning, right across the street from a small river. I wish I had reviewed the listing more thoroughly as I'd have rented a few extra days to go kayaking and enjoying the river. The inside was immaculate - super cute and inviting. We actually wanted to spend time there rather than just exploring the city and coming back to fall asleep. We spent a lot of time in the back yard around the fire pit just talking. The whole ambiance of this property was stunning. The pictures do not lie, it's GORGEOUS. Parking was also super easy! I literally have NOTHING negative to say, it was a 10/10 experience!
I was a vendor for the Ann Arbor Art Fair and found Terry’s place to be a good home base for us. It was a little farther from town than I originally wanted, but it turned out to be just fine. It was nice to have the quiet after the noise of the event and to be near the river where we could take a walk. The walking path is so nice to enjoy.The house is cute, in very good shape, updated and nicely appointed. The layout worked well for our needs. Terry was a very good communicator and got back with me quickly when I had questions. Since we were gone all day, returning late, and only ate breakfast there so I don’t know what cooking amenities are available.Since we had trouble visualizing the parking situation initially, the driveway is paved and three cars wide. As a guest, you park in a line along the right side. Or in our case, our SUV pulling a trailer. No trees to worry about when opening doors.We found a wonderful restaurant in Dexter, which is always a plus when traveling. I especially enjoyed hearing the 11PM train each evening. It’s not loud, just close enough by. We definitely found River Rock Guest House to be a gem and wished we could’ve stayed longer to enjoy the kayaking and canoeing. Maybe another time.