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Riverside Memory-Maker!

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River Haven 1 Winter wonderland
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River Haven 1 Winter wonderland
Exterior
River Haven 1 Winter wonderland

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Onaway, MI
  • Place, Forest Township Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Forest Township Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tower North Eastern State Trail Parking
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus room

1 Queen Bed

Cabin Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Cabin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Second Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Riverside Memory-Maker!

River Haven is an all season, Up North getaway suited for family adventures and romantic retreats alike. With over 200’ of beautiful Black River frontage, this is a recreational and nature lovers escape. Whether your pleasure is snowmobiling, skiing, kayaking, biking, hiking, sight-seeing, dining, or chilling, River Haven offers fun- filled days either on-site or within a very short distance from home base.

Accommodations include a 3 bedroom and 2 bath log-sided home and, as a major bonus, a charming one-bedroom cabin. (Cabin closed November through March)

- The main home consists of an open plan living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, natural fireplace, and large furnished deck overlooking the Black River. When Up North, the outdoors will be the star of the show; however, on rainy or cooler days the living room offers big bay windows, sofa and side chairs and a natural fireplace to cozy up to. 2 full baths, a king room, double twin room and queen room comfortably sleeps 6.

- The deck is THE perfect place to kick off the day with your cup of coffee or reflect on a full day of activities with your favorite beverage. Several play areas, grill station, riverside fire pit, add to the on-site enjoyment. Plenty of gear storage and extra fridge in the garage for beverages and grillables.

- (Cabin closed November through March) You may have to flip a coin to see who gets to stay in the cabin. With one bedroom with a queen bed, kitchenette/sitting room, bathroom and shady side porch, the cabin is a getaway within your getaway. Flip open the futon and the cabin is sleeps up to 4.

-For the off-site adventurers, the Northeastern State Trail and Black Mountain Recreation Area are a short distance away. 3 state parks, Mullet Lake, Burt Lake, Black Lake, and the Inland Waterway are also close by. Indian River, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Cheboygan and Mackinac are easy day trips for touring, dining and shopping.

-Kayakers/tubers can launch from 3 nearby locations and land back at the house in your choice of 1, 2 or 3 hour trips.

From families to smaller groups or couples, River Haven has you covered.

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2347208vb
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

About the area

Onaway

Located in Onaway, this holiday home is on a river. While the natural beauty of Onaway State Park and Jack and Tucker Harris Working Forest Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Black Lake Golf Club.
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Onaway, MI

What's nearby

  • Forest Township Park - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Forest Township Hall - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Tower North Eastern State Trail Parking - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Onaway Historical Museum - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Black Lake Golf Club - 9 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ma's Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wood Winds Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Havel's Northland Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manzana's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bobby B's Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Memory-Maker! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Memory-Maker!?

As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Memory-Maker! on 27 Jul, 2026 start from S$392, 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 at Riverside Memory-Maker!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Memory-Maker!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Memory-Maker!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Memory-Maker! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Forest Township Park, Forest Township Hall and Tower North Eastern State Trail Parking. Onaway Historical Museum and Presque Isle District Library are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Great Place

This was a great location for our plans during the time we stayed. The house was very clean and well stocked. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great Stay!

This is our 2nd year and we LOVE this place!! Plenty of space and we love the deck overlooking the river!! We’ll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and surroundings are very well taken care of. Our group of 5 fisherman had a comfortable stay and enjoyed sitting on the back porch in the evenings. Hope to return soon to the area and stay at your Riverside Memory-Maker soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect for our family of 6 and another couple. The little cabin was cute and cozy, while the main house was big enough for everyone. It was tucked away, while still being close to lots of activities. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Long weekend

We had a terrific stay in the cabin. Very clean, comfortable beds and fully stocked. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yaakov z.

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

Family vacation

We had a very easy check in process. The house was clean and well stocked. Lots of extra kitchen needs like baggies and tinfoil etc. we really enjoyed the deck and the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Great place well furnished

They had everything in this plane but us! We brought food and never left! Great getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee O.

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

Nice getaway

This getaway delivered everything promised.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

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

Guys Trip

Overall, love this place this was a second year in a row staying here for Memorial day weekend Big rig races in Onaway, absolutely love staying here, it feels like home when you walk in the door, Wendy is a great host and the houses if full of the essentials, my friends and I spent alot of time on the back deck and around the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

Perfect getaway!

We loved everything about the place. The owners very responsive to any questions we had. Very secluded, nice swim area in the river, and the whole house setup was beautiful! Honestly didn't want to leave! Will book this again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

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

Guys trip

What an absolutely beautiful house to stay at! Had full access to the garage which was very nice and what a beautiful back yard to sit down with friends at the end of the day to have some good laughs and a bonfire in. Would recommend this house to anyone traveling to Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

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

Michigan

The property was beautiful and included everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

Beautiful home and setting!

A wonderful house! The cabin was great too. A really authentic "up north" feel. Loved the kayaks with the river right there. Comfy beds, wonderful tub, good wifi, and a marvelous deck. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Beautiful setting, great amenities

Very tranquil on the river, quiet and relatively bug free somehow! Great to have a riverside setting to chill, nice deck and grill to use. Kayaks were a hit, especially with the use of the trailer to put in upriver. WiFi was strong and kitchen was well stocked. Comfy beds and the little cabin was a great bonus to have.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin D.

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

Guys trip

This was a nice warning property. Had everything we need lots of space. Will be coming back Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

What a beautiful location!!

We had a great time in Northern Michigan and this VRBO exceeded expectations!! Although the dishwasher was not working (it will be replaced soon) this house checked every box for comfort/views! We WILL be back!!! Scott S & Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

High School Best Friends

Our group of high school friends had the most amazing time at this property! The kitchen had everything we needed to cook & never leave the house! There is so much seating that we never felt like we weren't all together. We took advantage of the 4 kayaks w/ trailer, the fire pit, as well as the board games. This was one of the only VRBO properties we have stayed at that felt like items were purchased FOR the home, not pieced together from what the owners had leftover from their primary home. We have discussed renting again in the future! Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Labor Day Weekend Retreat

This was a perfect location for Labor Day Weekend. The kids had fun kayaking on the river. While it would have been nice if there were enough kayaks for 8 people, we filled our days with excursions to nearby locations. The fire pit was nice and large and we enjoyed bonfires each evening. Would definitely stay again in the future. Thanks for being responsive, Wendy was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Lovely vacation spot

We had an extended family group staying at the house and also used the small cabin for 3 nights. The house had everything we needed for cooking, roasting marshmallows and looking for shooting stars. It was a convenient place to end one short kayak trip and as a jumping off point for another. We made all our meals on site and found the kitchen spacious and well appointed. We visited Alpena, the Presque Isle lighthouses, Long Lake, and Sault Ste Marie for our lake freighter fans. Great place for a vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Exceptional location

Love at first sight! This property is fun! Thank you, Wendy, for supplying kayaks for our family. The trips down the river were fabulous. Burt Lake and Onaway State parks, golf, Mackinac Island, Ocqueoc Falls and ATV riding were just some of the day trips we enjoyed. Lots to enjoy at this property and beyond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Peaceful River Retreat

Very spacious and immaculate house with beautiful picture window view of river to enjoy to start our days. Thank you for sharing your comfortable home with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

The house was very well equipped with a great updated kitchen.

Wonderful accommodations for are family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Amazing property

Wendy made sure that our stay was enjoyable and relaxing. Great location beautiful setting and a lot of care is taken with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rich D.

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

Great Weekend

Had a great time for the long weekend. Really nice, spacious well kept home. Good communication with the owner, no issues there. relaxing sitting next to the river. Used kayaks and tubed down river, lots of fun. The second home/cottage was some extra sleeping space, nothing more. Only real issues was the large puddle that formed between the house and the river due to the heavy rains. A larger foot bridge would fix that issue. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud M.

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

AmaZing vacation

Very nice property . Wendy replied to questions promptly and things were very smooth. Wish could have stayed more!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

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