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Sturgeon River Hideaway

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Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sturgeon River Hideaway

Enjoy a beautiful, spacious, quiet hideaway on the banks of the Sturgeon River. With 3 bedrooms, it will sleep 6-8 adults comfortably. 1 1/2 bath, large fireplace, large deck, full and well-equipped kitchen. Linens and firewood included.

Located approx 2 miles south of Burt Lake, it is conveniently located yet at the same time private enough to stretch out and relax. Across the road from North Central Rail-trail for biking, hiking, etc. It has frontage and easy access to the Sturgeon River for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, etc...

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Watch children closely due to river.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small or medium sized housetrained dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Do not bring firewood.
No fireworks.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 475152vb
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 and a first aid kit
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

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this chalet is on the waterfront. Michigan Central Depot Historical Marker and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania!. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Burt Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Big Bear Adventures - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Burt Lake - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Indian River Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Sturgeon Bar & Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Vivio's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seasons of the North Winery - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sturgeon River Hideaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Sturgeon River Hideaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sturgeon River Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sturgeon River Hideaway?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sturgeon River Hideaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Cross In The Woods National Shrine and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Burt Lake State Park. Big Bear Adventures and Burt Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax and William was a gracious host.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard W.

Sweet place. The river is so close and it was so beautiful when stayed at the Sturgeon River Hideaway in early Jan 2026, right after a huge snow. Very considerate and communicative owner. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

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

Great stay

Stay was great would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William was super responsive and helpful. House was perfect for what we needed. Great place to get away, be on the river, and enjoy northern Michigan!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has some soul! Beautiful stay. Clean. Easy to communicate with owners and the ripple of the river with a fire going was a beautiful way to unwind. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great place

Very nice house with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

patrick w.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

river getaway

Nice property on river, great location. inside was a little dated and cluttered. but had everything needed for a nice stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great place!

This was a great place! We loved the location and the entire property was very clean! We would definitely stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marti B.

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

Wonderful Resting Place

Great for a good vacation in driving range of major attractions. The deck by the river was blissful.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Great cabin

Awesome house!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Great location.

The house had plenty of room for our family trout camp.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Perfect place to stay

This is the fourth year in a row I and my three sons have stayed here. We love it and is perfect for our needs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent. Location excellent. Ambience excellent, wonderful stay. The only critique would be to have the cleaners get the cobwebs off the ceiling and all light fixtures. Otherwise, absolutely awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Fun

Overall great place to stay on the river. Peaceful and close to everything. Would recommend staying here - great for kayaking and fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

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

Peaceful

Great place! Located right on the trail system.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Great place very relaxing

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

Sturgen River retreat

Great piece of property and a great location. Beds were clean and comfortable but tables were very dusty.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin Q.

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

Indian River

Great place to relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great house

The house is always great but the ice storm made the fishing difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

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

Great location close to lots of activities wr especially enjoyed watching grandkids swim in the stur

Cleanliness and easy arrangem Ed nuts with the host
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Awesome vintage cabin on the river

This is a really cool property with a great view of the river nearby. Huge fireplace with tons of firewood, interior decor is definitely vintage, but I think charming now. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Wonderful!

Perfectly tranquil. Felt like a cabin in the woods, (with the amenities you would want and/or need), which is what I was looking for. Loved it! Definitely coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

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

Water front.

Plenty of wood. Was nice. Bonfire every night
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah C.

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

Beautiful location

Overall this was a nice spot. We had a little rough start but Bill took care of the issue within ten minutes of calling him. Sitting on the deck overlooking the river was just what we needed. Very quiet and relaxing. Thanks Leah
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike w.

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

Kayaking

Great spot for kayakers. 2 hours to Indian River. Or 2-hours from Rondo to house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by William Douglas

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