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

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A hot tub in a snowy forest with a wooden cabin in the background.
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, four chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A small cabin with a porch, a door, and a window.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a window with a view of trees.
A snowy forest path leading to a wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

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
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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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 snowmobiling and sledging.
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Map
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
  • ‪Save-A-Lot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬5 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 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

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Been there twice now!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place to get away in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a completely renovated property. The bathrooms are wonderful. The setting is very pretty. We couldn't have been happier with our choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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.
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 review

2/10 Terrible

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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