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Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Grass River Natural Area
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub

Wooded Retreat w/ Hot Tub, King Suite, Trailer Parking — Near Torch Lake & Shanty Creek

Unwind at this peaceful 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch tucked away on 2.5 wooded acres—ideal for families, couples, and outdoor adventurers. Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, you’re just minutes from lakes, trails, ski slopes, wineries, and charming small towns.

🛏️ Primary Suite – King bed + private soaker tub
📺 Roku TVs – In all bedrooms + living room
🔥 Hot tub under the stars + fire pit for s’mores
🚐 Trailer-friendly parking – Bring your boat, ATV, or snowmobiles
🌲 Private, peaceful lot with space to explore and relax

🛶 Torch Lake – 12 min
🎿 Shanty Creek Resort (Golf/Ski) – 18 min
🏖️ Elk Rapids Beach – 28 min
🏜️ Sleeping Bear Dunes – 1 hr
🍷 Wineries, breweries & trails – all close by

Whether you’re boating in summer, skiing in winter, or just soaking in the hot tub after a day of adventure, this cozy Northern Michigan home is your perfect basecamp.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Checkout by 11am so our cleaners can provide the same wonderful experience for our next guest. Please leave our space just how you found it.
•Bedding can stay on beds •Wash dishes before leaving •Remove your items from fridge •Check to ensure you're not leaving anything behind.
Please leave us a review and tell us and our future guests how awesome our property was during your stay! Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4625825vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Mancelona

Located in Mancelona, this cottage is in a rural area. Twin Birch Golf Course and The Chief Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Torch Lake - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Grass River Natural Area - 14 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Clam Lake - 19 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hens Den - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Skillet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Save-A-Lot - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub?

As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub on 14 September 2026 start from NZ$474, 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 Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rapid River Retreat Cottage - 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.5 acres, & Hot Tub located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake of the Woods, Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. Torch Lake Park and Clam Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keaton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was exactly what we expected. The only hiccup was that the hot tub needed to be cleaned but the host got someone out to clean it early the first business day of our stay. We were looking for secluded romance and that is what we got.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great girls getaway place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean, owner was very helpful :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alli D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very cute and clean with all the amenities! The beds are comfy. The property is very cool and the hot tub was a very nice bonus! Can’t wait to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, beds were comfortable, kitchen was stocked enough to make simple meals. Hot tub was great! Wifi was slower than just using cell service, but the TV's still worked just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rapid River Retreat was perfect for a long weekend for relaxing. Close enough to Traverse City to take advantage of the many activities but far enough to be quiet and private. Ken was very quick to respond when we had a question about the coffee maker (it’s a fancy one :). Super relaxing to spend some time in the hot tub. Would absolutely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property as described. Close to all the lakes. Plenty of sleeping space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice secluded peaceful place in the woods. Not too far from grocery stores. Was bigger than I expected with smple space to spread out both inside and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myles K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and full of laughs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasmine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We booked as a group of 10 for the weekend and the beds/bathrooms were all perfect. The kitchen isn't 100% suited for large groups in terms of the size/number of pots/pans provided. However, they had lots of plates/utensils/bowls which made the everything besides cooking very easy. The space is really large and accommodates 10 people easily. The hot-tub was unfortunately broken and we didn't know until we arrived. However, after troubleshooting with the host they were able to work through a partial refund which was heavily appreciated. Super responsive host and check in was smooth!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the retreat cottage. It was very cozy set back into the woods. There’s a little trail that goes a bit deeper that our kids loved looking for deer prints on. It’s a little distance from any grocery store so be sure to bring your staples with you( spices and cooking oils, ice trays). Coffee was provided and that’s pretty important. The host was able to answer my questions fairly quickly! The hot tub was a fabulous amenity that our family enjoyed at night or even early in the morning.
7
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bartholomew R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Hot tub is advertised heavily, it wasn’t functional. Messaged property manager. All I got was a “I’m Sorry.” My wife and I stripped the beds as instructed in the check out asks. Found bed bugs. Messaged the property manager. Got a “I’m sorry, we take this seriously”. No offer to wave a cleaning fee, or knock a few bucks off. I understand this is a business, but if you come up short, are given a chance to make it right, and all you can say is “I’m sorry”, it was a little disappointing. Other than that, place was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback—we’re glad to hear you otherwise enjoyed the property. I do want to sincerely apologize again for the hot tub not being available during your stay. This was due to an unexpected service scheduling issue, and it has since been fully resolved. Regarding the concern raised at checkout, we took it very seriously and had the home professionally inspected, with treatment completed immediately out of an abundance of caution. Everything was promptly addressed and the property is in good condition. We appreciate the feedback and are using it to improve how we respond in the moment to ensure an even better experience for future guests.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas Z.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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