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Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail

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Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail

Welcome to Paradise Resort #3. A 2 bedroom Efficiency Apartment now available for nightly rentals in Croton Township. Professional month to month stays may be available, message to inquire. Just 8 miles from US 131 (exit 125). 20 miles from Big Rapids. 18 miles from Fremont.
Monthly rentals include all utilities, internet, and trash removal. Deposit required on monthly rentals. No pets.
We are a small resort on the Muskegon river with only 4 rentals. Our quaint backyard overlooks the Muskegon River in a park like setting that is unmatched to any accommodations around. Once you arrive you will enjoy the peacefulness and relaxing atmosphere. Kayaks are available for use June thru September. Fishing from the dock is a favorite, and of course bonfires in the evening. Only a couple miles from the new trail system The Dragon Trail which has rave reviews from both hikers and Mountain Bikers. Bring your boat, we have trailer parking available along with dockage.
Sleeps up to 4. Queen bed in main living area, full bed in additional bedroom. Roll away twin available.

Property manager

Melissa Russo

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Newaygo, MI

What's nearby

  • Hardy Dam Reservoir Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Newaygo State Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Sandy Beach County Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Crystal Lake - 29 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Ferris State University - 31 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Croton Bay Trading Post - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Express - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Norther Trails Bar & G - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Diner Between The Dams - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Hardy Dam Reservoir Park. Sandy Beach County Park and Newaygo State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Enjoy the beautiful views of the Muskegon River near Hardy Dam and Dragon Trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway
Stayed here for a couple of days to spend the weekend fishing for steelhead on the Muskegon River. Accommodations were great; ample space for my husband and I, well stocked, clean and fun decor! Cozy and cute. The fishing was great too! Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful!!!
Very nice location, away from the big city. Nice river access.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon get away
This place was more than we could imagine. Beautiful overlook on the river with a swing, camp fire at night, and kayaking on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice setting, cute efficiency!
Perfect for two people who had lots of outdoor plans. We basically slept, showered, and ate breakfast here, but could have spent more time on site relaxing in the gazebo or heading down to the dock. Mini fridge and microwave were perfect for what we needed. Very clean space , with cute decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night get away
We had a wonderful, relaxing two night stay! The property was beautiful, clean and welcoming. Melissa, the host was fantastic about answering questions and was very quick to get back with us! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place with lots of character
Very nice place. Clean and the outside setup was unique with lots of options for fun or relaxing time. Would recommend it to anyone staying in the area. The host was very accommodating and friendly. We drove through the night and weren't arriving until very early in the morning. They had our unit ready with lights and AC on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hildegard J.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a Treat!
It is such a cute property and there are many little surprises!! We stayed here for four nights and five days and we actually hated to leave. Our little cabin like room had some luxurious touches along with some novelty touches that just made it seem extra special. Our host Melissa was very responsive and kind. Our cabin was well equipped for anything we needed. We didn't get the chance to partake in any of the outdoor activities that this property offered, but maybe next time. 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
What a great property this is. The grounds are well maintained and have nice amenities and beautiful sunset views of the river. Our room was very comfortable and decorated perfectly. Again, all the amenities you could ask for. The hosts have really done a great job to provide everything you could want for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. It is a great value for all you get. We're looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
My husband and I stayed here for a short getaway. The place is very clean and well kept, cozy, and many amenities provided. The host is super kind. We spent most of our time fishing, we caught a ton of perch right off the pier, we also caught northerns, and bass. We used their kayaks, up and down the river, the river is beautiful and full of wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and value
Property manager Melissa is great. Very accommodating and friendly. Suite was very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute well kept property right on the river. There is one large room with queen bed, desk, table, and kitchen, and then a second small room with a queen sized bed. The bathroom is accessible from the main room. Property was pristine, and view was gorgeous
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We used the rental as a home base during our trip, making day excursions to Michigan's Adventure, Fishing, hiking the Dragon Trail, and riding dune buggies at Silver Lake. But we also spent a lot of time at home base, and enjoyed the property! Our host was great and extremely responsive too .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Turning 50
We enjoyed cozy cabin like rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very well-appointed and comfortable lodging. Good water access from the high Bluff, but the stairway to the water was steep and long. Not for older people the kitchen needed some attention: there was no spatula for cooking, and the coffee was lace with s’more‘s or caramel, if you’d like that sort of drink. Otherwise, easy to find and check in, and very private, even though there are four units at this location. Charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john, grand haven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Getaway
We couldn't have asked for a better spot to stay for our little weekend get away. We had someone in the room next to us most of our stay and we only heard them a few time through the wall. Which is nice. Most of the time when you stay in small places like this you can hear your neighbors. It is super close to the dam. I would definitely recommend this place for a couple retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melody

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with lots of flowers, seating, and peacefulness to watch the birds and river. We expected to have a detached cabin and were surprised to find that apartments had been built into a garage instead. It completely met our needs and was beautifully decorated, clean, and secure. While yard games were available outside, we would have appreciated a deck of cards and a board game or two. We packed in groceries and cooked with electric skillet, dishes and kitchen supplies were excellent. I also didn't realize there would be no housekeeping during our 3 night stay, but we found the garbage and took it out. Plenty of towels to last our entire stay. Appreciated the extra blankets when it turned cold at night and the gas flue was turned off so no heat, though we were never cold - the unit stayed warm - not too warm, not too cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope H., Marquette, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Clean, quiet, scenic. Hosts were so welcoming. Close to bike trailhead. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Almost a fairy tale setting, this hidden gem is perfect for a peaceful getaway. The property is on the water and has a beautiful, calming landscape. We enjoyed sunsets from the dock and the swing--so relaxing. The room was super comfy and met all our needs for a two-day stay. Melissa and Remy (the canine greeter) were the perfect hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised
We missed one of our nights there because it snowed and we couldn't get up to MI from OH. When we did get to the cottage, it was just as advertised and spotless. Cleanliness is very important to me and that it was. This is a delightful place to stay. We were still seeing things the next day that we hadn't noticed before. It was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space!
This was a terrific place for the two of us to stay. Nicely furnished and spotless! And Melissa was very proactive in keeping us informed of the weather, and she checked in on us after we arrived. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Quiet Getaway
My girlfriend and I stayed here New Year’s Eve. It was beautiful and quiet. The property has cool outdoor sitting areas and a beautiful view of the water. Melissa was a very responsive and accomodating host! She made everything very simple and easy for check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda C G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accommodation for what we were looking for for our weekend!
The unit was very clean, nicely decorated. The set up was very nice, enough of everything! Melissa the owner was friendly and very hospitable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy & cozy
My husband and I had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the room and the beautiful grounds. We enjoyed fishing off the dock and bon fires in the evening. The host, Melissa, was attentive and quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
This property is a hidden gem. It absolutely exceeded all of our expectations. Melissa was an attentive and gracious host. The property was spotless and charming. We would highly recommend this without reservation. We look forward to future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022