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Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings.

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a brick fireplace.
A deck with two wicker chairs and a stone fire table, surrounded by wooden flooring and a glass door leading to a patio.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a brick fireplace, a dining area, a sofa set, and a bookshelf.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated close to the shops, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 24 guests. It features a patio and deck for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in adventure activities like swimming and birdwatching, while golf and a marina are easily accessible. Explore nearby attractions, including Sloan Pond and Port Sheldon Natural Area.

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby

    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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West Olive, MI
  • Place, Sloan Pond
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Olive Shores County Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirk Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings.

Escape to The Retreat House, a serene oasis nestled on 30 wooded acres along the peaceful Pigeon River in West Michigan. One of the two beautiful spaces of the family-owned Into the Woods Retreat (other listing: The Tin Roof, #4466859) , designed to bring people together while offering plenty of opportunities to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a small group gathering, or a special celebration, The Retreat House offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and tranquility.
This fully furnished retreat accommodates up to 16 guests with ease, featuring four private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms on the main level and 2 additional bedrooms on the lower level. The heart of the home is a large, open-concept kitchen and dining area, complete with seating for 18 —a perfect space for shared meals and memories. The lower level offers a snack station, and a spacious multipurpose room.
Step outside and immerse yourself in nature. The expansive deck overlooks the river, providing a peaceful spot for morning coffee or evening conversations around the fire pit. Guests can explore on-site hiking trails, enjoy riverfront views and kayaking (accessible by car) , or simply relax in the fresh air.
The Retreat House is ideally located just minutes from the charming towns of Grand Haven and Holland, offering easy access to local shops, dining, and Lake Michigan beaches.
We’ve thought of every detail to make your stay effortless, from Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen to linens, outdoor games, and plenty of parking. At Into the Woods Retreat, we’re proud to provide a seamless, welcoming experience for families and groups seeking a space to unwind and connect.
Ready to book your escape? Reserve The Retreat House today and experience the magic of this beautiful riverside retreat.

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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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Additional charge for gatherings larger than 16 people. If you do not select property damage coverage, you will be billed for damages.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1576588vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

West Olive

Located in West Olive, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. Dutch Village and Holland Area Arts Council are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Sloan Pond - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Port Sheldon Natural Area - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Olive Shores County Park - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kirk Park - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hemlock Crossing - 5 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RedRock Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stable Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kelly’s Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Home surrounded by Michigan woods-Perfect for Families and Gatherings. located?

Situated in West Olive, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Sloan Pond and Port Sheldon Natural Area. Olive Shores County Park and Zwemer Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of dining area, nice large deck and spacious interior.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for large groups, very clean, great communication by owner. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was incredible for our very large family reunion (with many kids ranging in age from newborn to 14). Lots of space to spread out, beautiful view of the River and kayaks at the house for our use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole house was very clean, had plenty of room and more than enough bathrooms. It was a great location to unwind at after a long day of golfing. The host was very easy to committed with and left very clear instructions at the house. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group went on a golf trip. the place was an absolute 10/10.20 beds. spread out evenly through the house. everything we needed, it was there.We change locations every year, but this place will be revisited by our group in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful house for group gatherings! The doors are solid wood, so they block out noise. There was plenty of seating in common areas for the amount of people it can sleep. The kitchen was well stocked. It was quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. The host was ver responsive! It was well-marked and easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 5 families in this home, 4 were out of State. We wanted to give them a good experience of semi northern MI on Lake Michigan! This house fit us more than comfortably and the drive to Lake Michigan was extremely reasonable for the distance. Super happy we got the experience to use this location, plenty of outdoor space, very woodsy with some paths to walk through. My only warning would be, which is not the fault of anyone, but of nature is be sure to guard yourself of ticks. They are everywhere and you don’t even have to be in the woods to get them. This location was very comfortable and cozy for the extreme size.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect girls weekend apot

The place was huge, and exceptionally clean! The layout of this house suited our group perfectly. We loved all the tables for game playing and we finally found a place that we each had our own bed. We will be back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year’s retreat

Family New Years Party
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great weekend with extended family!

This was the perfect place for our extended family to stay together during the weekend of our cousin's wedding (which was in Holland). There was plenty of space for everyone, and the house was well stocked with all of the materials we needed for a comfortable stay. We'd love to come back for a family reunion sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

It was a wonderful week at Into The Woods. We had plenty of room, comfortable beds and probably the cleanest VRBO I've rented. Surroundings were varied with a river, paths in the woods, a couple beaches a short drive away, golf courses near. If you have a crowd I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect retreat space!

The property was perfect for our retreat before our mission trip. There was more than enough room for our group. And the view of the river is beautiful. And bonus, the beach at lake Michigan was just 5min away. Loved the kitchen and our ability to eat our meals together as one group. Perfect space for any retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

“Into the Woods” was the prefect atmosphere for our annual staff retreat! Plenty of clean, comfortable, relaxing, open indoor spaces surrounded by serene woods, trails and the river! Just beautiful! We really enjoyed our time and hope to return in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding property

This property is everything they say it is. We were a golf group of 12. This is a great place to stay if your are playing America Dunes, close and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HUGE house

The listing does not show how huge and open this house is. Perfect for big groups. And more updated than it appears in photos
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful home!

We were a group of 9 gal pals who have been VRBOing for many years now. We graduated together many many years ago. So having most of the beds on the main floor was such a great help. So large and the deck was fantastic! The kitchen was one of the best stocked we’ve seen. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

We stayed here for our wedding weekend. It was the prefect place to get ready so much space. I was able to get ready downstairs with the girls and the guys stayed upstairs. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had a large group of ladies. We ate, played games, crafted, listened to a speaker and rested (a little). This was perfect for each activity and met our needs in every way. We were even able to use the tv for audio and visual aids, connecting a sound system and microphone for our guest speaker. It was the perfect retreat spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms were clean. Lots of beds. Hugh house. Instructions were clear. Only minor thing's like one bulb out of 2 on ceiling in one bedroom with only queen bed on east corner of the house was burnt out or was not turning ON. Same with one bulb in hallway. Otherwise everything was excellent. Definitely recommend others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family reunion space

There was so much open space for the children to play, including a large balcony and a fenced backyard, plus lots of indoor space. Sleeping areas were separated well from the main living area so younger children could sleep. Everyone had plenty of space for their own family units but lots of great common space for playing games, making s’more’s over the fire pit and so on. Everyone loved it! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

This was our third time staying for our annual girls weekend. The home is phenomenal. Space for everybody, enough beds, bathrooms, dining space, outdoor space. Did I say space??!! I’m really emphasizing that because we’ve had as much as I believe 22 women to less than 10 and always had enough room for all and then some. Meredith is responsive and we had absolutely no problems at any of our stays. The home is always clean and absolutely fit our needs. I don’t doubt for a moment, we will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th time is a charm!

Our fourth summer retreat/Campout for women from our church and beyond. 20 of us gather every summer, the last four years at this house. It’s perfect for 20 women. We love how spacious it is—the twin beds, the fully stocked kitchen, the spacious living room and dining room area. It is close to Lake Michigan and several other public, private and county beaches. And Grand Haven and Saugatuck are close by for those who want to shop! Or Window shop! we would like to reserve this spot for the next 10 years.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Sisters in Prayer

Clean and spacious. It’s nice to have a bed for everyone without bunks! One of the stoves, the mini beverage fridge and the island outlets were not working. That made food prep for such a large group a challenge. The fire pit also didn’t work. But we really enjoyed the setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us!

18-20 women, ranging in age from 50-80 years old. We appreciate the level open floor plan, with our portable ramp we can get our wheelchair bound friend into the house. The basement is great for crafts, it is cooler down there. The kitchen is well supplied with everything you could probably need. Beds are reasonably comfortable. Many games, puzzles, extra blankets are all available to use. We have been here twice and plan to return next summer in 2024.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mercedes Saurbaugh

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This home has been in our family for 2 generations, and we want nothing more than to share its beautiful location with other families and groups who can gather together, create memories, and get as much joy from it as we have!

Why they chose this property

Nestled on a wooded dune overlooking Pigeon River, it’s a picturesque nature getaway with activities like hiking, biking, exploring the woods, or kayaking the river, all right in your backyard. The Beach House Restaurant is right across the street. Grand Haven and Holland, MI. are both just 10 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

The Retreat House is walking distance to a restaurant, a party store, the beach, and 2 boat launches. Miles of the bike paths are accessible right out of the driveway and various hiking trails are just miles away.

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