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The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet
Outdoor dining
The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms238 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota

Nestled on the shore of the Crow Wing River is the escape you need - The River Retreat. An easy drive from the Twin Cities, you can be snow shoeing on the river or sitting by a crackling fire before you know it!



The River Retreat is on three beautiful and private acres with 800+ feet of river shoreline and beautiful pine trees. Get some time away with friends, family, or even on your own and book today! **High speed WIFI** for working remotely or streaming movies on the large projector screen.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,565 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

390704

About the area

Located in Motley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Vintage at Staples and Cragun's Legacy Courses are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nisswa Family Fun Center and Northland Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brainerd International Raceway or North Central Speedway.
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Motley, MN

What's nearby

  • Bay Lake - 24 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 36 min drive - 36.3 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 36 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Gull Lake - 39 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 41 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • Staples Station - 9 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Ed's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bremers Booze Bank - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ten Hi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Haunted Hollow - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Memorial Park, Staples Community Center and Beauty Lake. Bay Lake is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

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Reviews

The River Retreat, The River Retreat in Minnesota Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crew had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get-together

We enjoyed our family reunion at The River Retreat. It had enough space, beds and bathrooms. The view over the river with all the windows and beautiful wood walls were gorgeous. Were able to get a call back when we had trouble with the dishwasher. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025