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River's Edge on 30 Acres with Kayaks/Pool/Farm/River/Trails/Pets, near Beach
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Escape to River's Edge House at Goldberry Woods, a serene mid-century retreat in the heart of Harbor Country. Nestled on 30 secluded acres of woods with hiking trails and kayaking on the Galien River, this 4-bedroom haven offers an enclosed heated pool and hot tub for winter/spring swimming. Enjoy farm-to-table breakfasts at our inn (seasonal), stunning river views from most rooms, a screened porch with dining area, gas fireplace in the living room, high-speed WiFi throughout.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$1,573
NZ$1,573
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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About this property
River's Edge on 30 Acres with Kayaks/Pool/Farm/River/Trails/Pets, near Beach
- -- 10% off weekly rentals Sept-May or 5% off weekly rentals June-Aug -- Discounts are included in Vrbo pricing.
Come experience the 4-bedroom, 4-bath mid-century River's Edge House at Goldberry Woods, SW Michigan's #1 rated property! A Select Registry property featured in Midwest Living, Conde Nast Traveler, Washington Post, Chicago Magazine, Chicago/Metro Parent Magazine, and more. Stay in the heart of Harbor Country on 30 secluded acres of woods with hiking trails, kayaking on the river, orchards, organic farm, and prairie less than one mile from the beaches of Lake Michigan! Please see our goldberrywoods site for more details/pricing. Available for your friends/family getaway, holiday, reunion, or corporate retreat! We added a new pool and hot tub for the property (shared with our other cottage and inn --but lots of room for everyone). We also have a new barn venue that overlooks the pool--great for groups/weddings/reunions or rent for your private pool house. Pets welcome.
-- Enclosed heated pool and hot tub for winter/spring swimming! --
Beautiful property with views of the Galien River directly out the back (house sits on bluff over the river). Enjoy views of the woods and river from most rooms in the cottage and screened porch. The 2,900 sq ft house features 4 bedrooms, including a large bunk room for the kids. Sleeps up to 12 in beds, plus 4 more on daybeds and sectional sofa in living room.
We own the Goldberry Woods, A Modern Farm Resort, next door and have renovated the River's Edge Cottage over the last several years. The cottage is pet friendly ($20/night). Farm-to-table breakfasts at our inn may be added, depending on season and availability.
There are two Master Suites and each includes river views and a private bath with walk-in shower. Both feature a king bed. The third bedroom has a queen bed and features garden views. The 4th bedroom is a bunk room with 4 twin beds (two open to kings) along with a foosball table and table/chairs with river views. There are two additional full bathrooms, one with a tub/shower and one with a shower. The large screen porch has a custom rowboat chandelier with dining table/chairs and features river views. There is a large 25x25 living room with gas fireplace for cool days, as well as a large streaming tv with blu-ray/DVD player/Cable. The kitchen opens to the living room and is stocked with cookware/dishes and features new SS appliances and the large dining room can seat up to 12. A gas Weber grill, fire pit with free firewood, and high-speed WiFi is included. The basement features a large bar and seating area with bonus sleeper sofa.
Included in the stay is access to our adjacent 28 secluded acres with hiking trails through woods, river and stream, orchards, pool, hot tub, and organic farm, less than one mile from the beaches of Lake Michigan! Goldberry Woods property features free use of kayaks and canoes that you can use to float peacefully along on the Galien river that borders our estate or you may also borrow our bikes to ride to the beach or explore the local towns and back roads. You are also welcome to explore the fields of our organic farm and orchard. Our large playground structure includes swings, climbing walls, monkey bars, and multiple level decks. We also have seasonal yard games to play including bags, badminton, bocce, and horseshoes. Scratch breakfasts at the inn can also potentially be added to your stay, if available, and feature fresh ingredients from our fields and eggs from our chicks ($20/person). Well-behaved dogs may stay too (guests responsible for any damage). We also have a Market Stand on property open May - Oct which features our organic produce, flower bouquets, vintage goods, Goldberry merchandise, and more!
Goldberry Woods can also add on private experiences for your stay, including yoga, marma massage, ayurvedic wellness, foraging tours, farm tours, cooking classes/dinners, and sandcastle building at the beach. Please inquire for pricing/availability.
Our 8 bedroom, 9 bath inn (sleeps 24) is also available for your large group retreat/reunion/holiday rental--please call for details or visit our listing at Vrbo Listing #644633. Several handicap accessible rooms. Individual rooms in our B&B can be added too, based on availability.
Additionally, we also have our pet-friendly Creekside 3-br, 2-bath cottage (sleeps 2-8). Please call or see our goldberrywoods site for details. Vrbo # 421134.
Lastly, we also have two vintage campers available (each sleeps 2). Tucked at the edge of our woods under the majestic old pine trees, they feature all of the amenities you would want in a glamping experience. Please see our goldberrywoods site for more info.
Pricing is based on number of people/pets. Cleaning fee is $250 and cancellation fee is 10% ($250 minimum) for ANY cancellation.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Day bed
Bathroom
- 4 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video games
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 5 steps to reach entrance
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Minimum $400 fee for evidence of smoking.
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping on request
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the marina
- On a lake
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- 6 outdoor pickleball courts
- Bicycles
- Billiards/pool table
- Boat
- Farming classes
- Foosball table
- Golf
- Heated pool
- Kayak
- Snow sports gear
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycles
- Composting
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Electric car charging station
- Farming classes
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Property located in a resort
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 2,900 square feet
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian breakfast available
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
