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River Retreat

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A lake with a dock, trees, and a clear sky.
A building with a covered patio, a garage, and a vehicle.
A lakeside view with wooden docks and picnic tables.
A Blackstone grill with a propane tank, set up outdoors with a view of a lake and trees.
A compact room with a gray sofa, white cabinets, a door, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
Sleeps 5•1 bedroom•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Charlestown, IN
  • Place, Charlestown State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, KFC Yum Center
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Retreat

Located outside of Charlestown, Indiana, a perfect retreat. Escape the interstate traffic and the day to day. Nestled into a lively community, the property at Bushman's Lake is steps away from Summer’s on the River (re-opening soon). The cabin features a cozy queen bed and a large living room with a queen sofa bed and futon, perfect for extra guests. The bathroom includes a waterfall shower and a bidet. Step outside for a beautiful view of the Ohio, cook breakfast on the Blackstone, or just enjoy coffee on the front porch sofa. Out back is a small grassy area great for star gazing, catching blue gill, or a small campfire. There is an outdoor shower and it is wired for a camper to connect to electric. Whether you’re relaxing inside or planning your next adventure with friends, this cottage provides a perfect home base with parking spaces for your truck, boat, bikes, and camper!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Obey all community rules and respect the residents.
Only licensed drivers to operate golf cart.
Please do not climb on ladder. Area is blocked off for safety.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5167134vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

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Charlestown, IN

What's nearby

  • Charlestown State Park - 18 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Louisville Waterfront Park - 40 min drive - 48.2 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 41 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 42 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 42 min drive - 50.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drift Bar - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Goshen Mercantile Taproom - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Barn8 Restaurant - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Bushmans Lake Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪On The Deck - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at River Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps away from Ohio River Valley and Ohio River. Charlestown State Park and Charlestown Family Activities Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brady S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in. Nice cozy home right by the river. Even left a golf cart for use when staying!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Meagan A Burgin

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Welcome to Bushman's Lake.

This is home away from home. I hope you find it the perfect escape: quiet at times while exciting at others. Plan accordioning! :)

Why they chose this property

I’ve loved this place since childhood! My grandfather sharecropped the surrounding fields for decades, I spent some teenage years driving golf carts in the circle and have enjoyed a poker run or two. Always something happening at the river, sometimes it's just enjoying the barges passing.

What makes this property unique

This river community offers so much from wildlife and peaceful mornings to live music throughout the summers when the restaurants is open. Great community with even better people!

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