Blue Ox Retreat Riverfront | Sauna, Fireplace, Firepit & Huge Deck

$84-799/night
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Sleeps 1-8
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⭐️ <b>5 STAR HOSTS </b> ⭐️

Forest & Flow Retreats focuses on unique homes and experiences so our guests can build memories for years to come. Over 15% of our bookings come from repeat guests, something we are very proud of. As you may have guessed from our name, we target natural properties with water or forest features that create a calm, peaceful and tranquil environment far removed from the hustle of day to day life. As we build up each home, we add special amenities and entertainment so our guests will enjoy their stay, rain or shine.

We are avid outdoor enthusiasts and believe in protecting public lands through conservation efforts and the associated funds raised through hunting, fishing, and orv licenses.

We believe our homes and public lands should be a safe space for people from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, gender or ethnicity.

Each year, we donate a portion of our earnings to public land trusts and / or conservation efforts so that our waters and land can be protected for years to come.

We have hosted tens of thousands of guests over the years across our properties, helping family and friends have a memorable experience!

★<b>KEY FEATURES</b>★

🏠 <b>Entire Private Home</b>
🛌 <b>Premium Beds, Pillows & Linens</b>
🔓 <b>Contactless & Keyless Entry</b>
🪵 <b>Outdoor Wood Firepit</b>
🍖 <b>BBQ Grill</b>
🐶 <b>Dog Friendly</b>
🛜 <b>Highspeed Internet & WiFi</b>
📺 <b>Netflix & Disney+</b>

✨ <b>Starlight Nights</b>
🏖️ <b>Sandy Beaches</b>
🌲 <b>Hundreds of Acres of National Forest</b>
🏃‍♀️ <b>Miles of Hiking</b>

🌸 <b>Spring Blossoms</b>
☀️ <b>Summer Sun</b>
🍁 <b>Fall Foliage</b>
❄️ <b>Winter Wonderland</b>

★<b>NATURAL ATTRACTIONS</b>★

The home is located in a perfect area for outdoor enthusiasts and is close to:

🚤 <b>Lakes</b>
🏖️ <b>Beaches</b>
🎣 <b>Rivers</b>
🌲 <b>Public Lands</b>
🚲 <b>Bike Trails</b>
🏃‍♀️ <b>Hiking trails</b>

★<b>OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES</b>★

[GENERAL LOCATION STATEMENT]

✔ Exercise – Road Biking, Mountain Biking, Hiking and Backpacking
Water Sports – Swimming, Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking and Tubing
✔ Power Sports – ORV Trails / Side by Side (SXS) Trails, Off Road Motorcycle Trails, Touring Motorcycle Trails
✔ Winter Activities – Snowmobiling, Downhill Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
✔ Fall Activities – Color Tours, Leaves Changing, Corn Mazes, Salmon Fishing, Cider / Winery Tours, Apple Picking
✔ Hunting – Whitetail Deer; Bear; Turkey; Predator; Pheasant, Woodcock, Grouse and Upland Bird; Goose, Duck and Other Waterfowl; Small Game Hunting
✔ Fishing – Bass, Lake Perch, Northern Pike, Walleye, Trout, Salmon, Steelhead
✔ Golfing – Rose Golf Course, Birch Valley Golf Course, Spring Valley Golf Course

★<b>FURTHER AWAY</b>★

Located less than an hour away are the cities of Mt. Pleasant and Cadillac. Big Rapids is home to Ferris State University while Mt. Pleasant is home to Central Michigan University and Soaring Eagle Casino.

For outdoor enthusiasts who will be going on day time adventures, Manistee National Forest and Roscommon's Au Sable State Forest are also under an hour's drive.

Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 179 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. Forty-seven percent (47.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 60 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 60 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued. Grace period with free cancellation (no cancellation fees or partial refunds possible) for 12 hours after booking if arrival is at least 33 days and 8 hours away at time of booking.

⭐️ 5 STAR HOSTS ⭐️ Forest & Flow Retreats focuses on unique homes and experiences so our guests can build memories for years to come. Over 15% of our bookings come from repeat guests, something we are very proud of. As you may have guessed from our name, we target natural properties with water or forest features that create a calm, peaceful and tranquil environment far removed from the hustle of day to day life. We are avid outdoor enthusiasts and believe in protecting public lands through conservation efforts and the associated funds raised through hunting, fishing, and orv licenses. We believe our homes and public lands should be a safe space for people from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, gender or ethnicity. Each year, we donate a portion of our earnings to public land trusts and / or conservation efforts so that our waters and land can be protected for years to come. We have hosted tens of thousands of guests over the years across our properties, helping family and friends have a memorable experience!

Barryton, Michigan

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 10
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 21
  • Other events allowed
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • Water View
  • Lake
  • River
  • Forest
  • Rural
  • Town
  • Village
  • Waterfront
  • River View
  • Lake Access
General
  • Internet / Wifi
  • Fireplace
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Pots & Pans
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 2 Baths
  • Bathroom 1 – Shower, Toilet
  • Bathroom 2 – Toilet, Tub
Sleeping Arrangements 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 1-8
  • Master Bedroom – 1 Queen Bed
  • Loft Bunkroom – 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed
  • Loft Bedroom – 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Satellite/Cable
  • Games/Board Games
  • Smart TV
  • Life Size Games
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lanai/Gazebo (covered)
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
Pool/Spa
  • Sauna
Vehicles
  • Garage
  • Free Parking
Other
  • Concierge
  • Massage
  • Private Chef
  • Staff
  • Luggage Dropoff Allowed
  • Cleaning Before Checkout
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Museums
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Horseback Riding
  • Sledding
  • Boating
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Ice Skating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Rafting
  • Water Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Near Lake, River, or Water Body
Accessibility
  • Path To Entrance Lit At Night