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Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town

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Exterior
Porch view and side of the home.
View of the river from the porch.
Another view of the river from the porch. Yard will be finished soon as well!
River View from the front of the house.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town

Welcome to your private riverfront escape, just 10 minutes from both Gladstone and Escanaba. This modern 2-bed, 2-bath home sits on the Escanaba River, offering a beautiful balance of nature and comfort. Enjoy crisp fall mornings on the covered porch, sparkling river views, and cozy evenings by the fire pit under vivid autumn skies.


Inside, the open floor plan connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas — perfect for gatherings, quiet solitude, or relaxing after adventures. Thoughtfully designed and full of light, you’ll feel immersed in nature without sacrificing style or convenience.

Highlights & Amenities

Private river access & scenic views

Covered porch with seating

Fire pit with Adirondack chairs

Fully equipped modern kitchen & coffee station

Fast Wi-Fi, Smart TV & indoor comfort

Onsite parking & outdoor space

Pet friendly (limit 2 dogs)

10 min drive to Escanaba & Gladstone (restaurants, shops, beach)



Outdoor Experience

Spend your days kayaking, fishing, or walking the riverbanks surrounded by fall color. Return to cozy evenings by the fire, soft conversation, or a nightcap under the stars. The space invites guests to slow down, breathe deep, and truly connect with nature.


Location & Access

Nestled between Escanaba and Gladstone, you’ll have easy access to dining, groceries, Lake Michigan, and local attractions — yet you’ll feel tucked away, peaceful, and private.


Why Guests Love It

Guests often rave about the tranquility, modern style, and pure river magic. In fall, the changing leaves, river reflections, and evening fires create unforgettable memories.


Rent Together Option

For larger groups, consider booking our neighboring home (Escanaba River Escape-Spacious 3BR-Porch-Fire Pit) Book one or both to enjoy space and togetherness.



Book Your Fall Getaway

Don’t wait — this is your chance to experience the Upper Peninsula in full autumn beauty. Reserve your stay now and let the river set your pace.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 1 total)
Must inquire about pet and agree to pet policy
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2378383vb
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

About the area

Gladstone

Gladstone is home to this holiday home. Terrace Bluff Golf Club and Pioneer Trail Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach. Wells Sports Complex and Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds are also worth visiting.
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Gladstone, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Bay de Noc - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Pioneer Trail Park - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Wells Sports Complex - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 19 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buck Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town?

As of 19 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town on 19 Nov, 2026 start from S$359, 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 Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escanaba River Modern Retreat • 10 Min to Town located?

Situated in Gladstone, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach, Lake Michigan and Terrace Bluff Golf Club. Hiawatha National Forest and Little Bay de Noc are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise W.

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

Great getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house is very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed being close to the river and a little outside of town, but it was easy to get to Escanaba for groceries, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Perfect up-north get-a-way!

Highly recommend this property! Adorable, clean, and close to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2023
Thank you, Brooke for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Great stay

Beautiful home, perfectly cleaned, and the photos are very representative. We had a wonderful stay and would absolutely stay here again when we’re in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

4th of July get away

Very clean and comfortable place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this property. Everything was as advertised. Close to town but far enough out to get the country feeling. We had fun exploring the UP (kayaking Pictured Rocks, hiking in the national forest, kitch-iti-kipi, Fayette historical park, and visiting countless waterfalls). Kayaking on the river and fishing were great ways to wind down the days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Memorial Day 2024

Awesome property, awesome place and awesome location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Wonderful up north getaway

Great experience! Beautiful property close to town and great getaway for our family. Owners were so helpful and did everything they good to make our stay relaxing and enjoyable! We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed our place. Hopefully we will see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great location, great place, great people

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

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

See you again next year.... Great Place!!!

Reserved the cabin for the Great Lakes Heavy Equipment and Logging Expo as the Escanaba Sate Fair Grounds. After a long ten hour shift at the show we made our way back to the cabin for a little R&R.....awesome view, relaxing, clean and comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Red Bridge Rentals

Staying at Phil and Sara's cottage was excellent. One of if not the best rentals we have had yet with Vrbo!! Clean, quiet, new, great view of the river. Close enough to town that running in was easy but far enough away that it was private and quiet. Phil and Sara were both also very friendly and accommodating!! We will come back again in the future!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brijet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute but too Very isolated location

The place is cute and small. The location was terrible. If you’re looking to be isolated and then the location is fine but if you want to have access to or in close proximity to restaurants and places to eat, this place would not be an ideal location. Me and my three teenagers did not feel comfortable being isolated so we only stayed there one night out of the 3 nights that I booked the place. I don’t want to have to cook while on vacation and so we left the place to go to another place closer into town where restaurants and other activities were in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TJ D.

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

Peaceful setting

This was our 2nd time staying at Phil's property. He is amazing to work with and prides himself on happy visitors. We caught some nice perch, off the dock and out of the kayaks. It's always a pleasant surprise to find locations that allow dogs, and yet are still clean! All of us with furry family members appreciate the decent place to stay with our WHOLE family. The only downfall is the bed, which of course it's a personal preference, but neither of us found it comfortable at all. There are basic seasonings and dishware, which makes cooking or grilling quite convenient. If you are looking for a nice place, off the beaten path, but yet not far from a town we definitely suggest renting one of the red bridge rentals!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

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

A Great Find

We were struggling to find a pet-friendly place to stay in the area and decided to take a chance on this new listing. It ended up being a great decision. The home has brand-new everything, aside from some cool vintage pieces of furniture and artwork. The owners live nearby and were very responsive to a couple of minor issues (e.g. setting up the Roku TV). They were also very thoughtful with small details around the house to make their first guests feel comfortable and welcome. The fact that the home is new construction meant there was still a lot of dirt around. This will likely be resolved fairly quickly. The Wi-Fi was inconsistent. One night we streamed a movie with no problem, while struggling with basic internet searches at other times. Again, this might be something that is adjusted in the future. The spacious porch, with a view of the river through a row of birch trees, is a great place to relax. The large kitchen island and comfortable living room facilitated the family time we were hoping for on vacation. At the same time, after returning from our day trips in the area, this rental felt like home. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2021
Thank you for being our first guests and for the helpful feedback. We’re so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. I’m happy to report that our new hydro-seeded lawn is coming in beautifully and we upgraded the internet so future guests can stream multiple devices with no interruptions.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Riverside, quiet, beautiful home, for everyone! With everything you need…

My husband, my 9 & 10 yr old, and my German Shepard all stayed for 4 days on the property. Very quiet and convenient. New, & Comfortable stay for all. The property owners thought of everything. Bring your boat to fish on the river. Or just hit the dock to fish. We enjoyed catching and cooking fish right at the property. We also stopped at Elmers for some fresh perch to add to our fish fry. Everything you need is very convenient. Meijer & all kinds of restaurants are 15 mins or less away. Very clean, comfortable, NEW home! Even has firewood, grill, Wi-Fi, cable, etc. lovely getaway for the family. Would definitely come back’ Next time we would fish on the small bay at least one time (supposed to be world class fishing on the bay for walleye and smallmouth!)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

TJ D.

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

Great Fishing, close to Escanaba

Only 2 negatives.... The price was high for what it was, but that's the beauty of a free market. Some clean out near the dock, so you could access the water/kayaking better. Lots of positives... Having our dog with us! Being close to the state fair, as our kiddo was showing for 4H. The small mouth fishing was amazing. Kitchen has what you need! Great local restaurants, friendly community. Phil was pleasant and helpful. The neighborhood dogs are friendly, but do swipe dog toys ;) Thank you for sharing your rental home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracy c.

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

Loved this house!

We had an awesome stay on the river! Phillip and Sara are so sweet and attentive to our requests! We spent a couple of days at Picture Rocks National Lakeshore and came back and kayacked,swam and relaxed! My favorite time was coffee on the deck in the mornings. The kids loved the neighborhood dogs. We would go back anytime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Relaxing week away

My husband and I spent almost a week at this fantastic home. The house itself had everything we needed, plenty of towels and a well stocked kitchen. They even had extra dish and laundry soap. The layout was perfect with most of the windows facing the beautiful river view. There was more then enough room for the two of us and our dog. The yard was huge with a fire pit and a dock on the river. We also enjoyed the location. It was about a ten minute drive from Escanaba, which has excellent food and a little less than 10 minutes to Gladstone which is a beautiful park with great views of the bay(Lake Michigan). The home is also closely located to Hiawatha national forest and it’s only an hour away from Lake Superior. It made for a perfect base while we explored the U.P
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great location

Newly built right on River, great floor plan and close to Gladstone and escanaba
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

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

Great property and great host

We had to take an emergency trip to the Gladstone area and this property fit my entire family. The bunk beds were perfect for the kids and we were able to have plenty of room for a pack and play. When walking in the place still smelled like new. It was very clean and the island in the kitchen was large enough to have my siblings and parents over for dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy S.

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

Great

Excellent stay. Dog and I loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Cozy and clean

What a nice home to stay in! It was exactly as described. If you’re looking for a nice quiet getaway pick this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2021
Thank you for your review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Z.

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

Beautiful Home

This home is perfect for people staying in the Escanaba/Gladstone area. Easy drive to the casino, golf courses, hiking trails & restaurants. The kitchen is well equipped if you want to make some meals at the house. The furniture was comfortable and the view of the river from the back porch was beautiful. Very enjoyable stay & the host was responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean R.

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

Quiet and private yet accessible

A good place for us for our purpose of attending an event with our field trial dogs. Owners were very responsive and property well kept. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Special Property

Great location, clean and especially enjoyed the fire pit down by the River!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

Special Upper Peninsula Location

We really enjoyed our stay. Our trip was part business and pleasure. The house is immaculate. It was the perfect size for the two of us and our two dogs. The owners thought of everything. It was outfitted with everything you would need. The location is quiet and the porch overlooking the Escanaba River is peaceful. We hope the house is available the next time we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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