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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Lapeer, MI
  • Gallery 194
    14 min drive
  • Rolling Hills Golf Club
    15 min drive
  • Buttercup Beach
    18 min drive
  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    42 min drive

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About the area

Lapeer

On river.At this Lapeer vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Rolling Hills Golf Club and 9 miles (15 km) of Gallery 194. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Buttercup Beach and Lake Nepessing Golfland.

What's nearby

  • Gallery 194 - 14 min drive
  • Rolling Hills Golf Club - 15 min drive
  • Lake Nepessing Golfland - 18 min drive
  • Sugarbush Golf Club - 25 min drive
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Lapeer Station - 15 min drive
  • Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Brian's Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Acorn Lodge Private Riverfront & Trails is an exclusive Retreat & Reunion venue.

Acorn Lodge, Private Riverfront & Trails, is the ideal vacation rental: it is less expensive for groups of five and more than local hotels. And there's no comparing the comfort and environs. Prices are discounted 10% for January & February rentals.

When you rent Acorn Lodge you get the entire house. You're not sharing it with anyone else. And the posted nightly rate includes all of you. It's not a "per person" cost.

We are restricted by a local ordinance which prevents outside amplified music, meaning anything that goes through speakers. Acoustic music, such as guitars around the campfire, is allowed and encouraged.

There is a surcharge for special events, such as movies being made here, television interviews, chef cooking classes, and more.

Acorn Lodge is a unique, comfortable and beautiful home away from home. We are perfect for family reunions, gatherings, meetings, retreats, conferences for business, crafting, yoga, spiritual, study groups, nature walks, canoeing and kayaking, relaxing by the river, winter walks, and many more. Relax in the serenity, peacefulness, and abundant nature. Enjoy the sauna, jetted tub, pool table, piano, 1-1/2 miles of nature trails through 25 acres of woods leading to the river. There are plenty of benches to sit and observe the trees, plants, and wildlife. Kayak & canoe trips can be arranged. Turn on the fireplace at night.

Small, intimate weddings can be arranged. Again, township restrictions prevent us from having outside music such as bands and DJs. Contact us for more details.

We have discovered that groups are coming here for "Forest Bathing." Amazingly, we found that our natural settings of woods and water are exactly what they've been looking for.

There are two types of forests at Acorn Lodge & Trails: the pine forest and the old growth deciduous forest. Acorn trails wind through both of these, and there are chairs and benches scattered throughout at all times of the year. Acorn Lodge & Trails is perfect for Forest Bathing.

Shinrin-Yoku in Japan translates as “forest bathing.” Actually, it’s more like forest basking. It is an ancient approach where you take the time to reconnect with nature by utilizing the five senses that nature provided you with. No hiking, running, or exercising is necessary. A simple walk among the trees, or an afternoon of sitting on the benches in the forest, is all that’s needed. Forest bathing has recently become a highly successful technique used to improve the health of human beings, both physically and mentally.

There is a scientific explanation for the way trees work their magic. Trees produce oxygen. When you are in the trees you are literally standing among some of the highest oxygen producers on earth. Oxygen has been scientifically proven to be “nature’s antibiotic.” Another fact is the presence in trees of plant chemicals called phytoncides—natural oils that are part of a plant’s defense system against bacteria, insects, and fungi. Surprisingly, these substances have an effect on humans, because people who spend time in forests show documented signs of lower blood pressure, lower heart rate, less stress, and a more relaxed attitude all around.

Note: Acorn Lodge is fully cleaned and disinfected following the departure of all guests. This is standard procedure at Acorn Lodge even when the country is not under national health emergency. We routinely receive guest reviews and compliments on how clean the lodge is.

We are a nature preserve. Listen to the birds, frogs, owls, and gentle breezes through the trees. No hunting or fishing helps protect our woodland friends.

A beautiful river walk takes you through the woods, with plenty of benches to relax.

Property manager

Robert Milne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only in the area provided by the firepit.

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 4400 sq ft (409 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: No loud parties.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Note from host: No loud parties. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Acorn Lodge is Exclusive Getaway. Relax Natural Surroundings
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Acorn Lodge Private Riverfront & Trails is an exclusive Retreat & Reunion venue. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 89 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding get ready location
This was an excellent location to host friends. We used the Acorn for a space to get ready for our wedding. We were able to have the wedding party stay with us without feeling on top of each other. There was enough space for the guys to get ready downstairs while we got ready with hair and makeup upstairs. The Acorn was great for pre ceremony photos too. Highly recommend this stay for large groups! the guys to get ready downstairs while we had hair and makeup done upstair
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Labor Day Weekend Bachelor Party
My fiancée and I had a combined bachelor party at the house with our bridal party. The house was spacious with lots of activities and the property was beautiful. Robert was a very communicative host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Ladies Golf Trip
Our group enjoyed the spacious accommodations for our annual golf trip. The large dining area was put to good use for meals and games after golfing at nearby courses. I will keep the Acorn Lodge in mind for other group getaways!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kapina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Gracious Host!!
Robert was attentive, he even took photos of our large family! Lovely, lovely home and trails. But unfortunately there were many mosquitoes during our visit, so we were unable to fully enjoy the outside features.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion Vacation
What a beautiful setting. The kids loved the pool table and there was room and seating in the kitchen area for all of us to eat a family meal.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a wonderful time! We enjoyed getting the whole family together, and my two young nieces had a blast. There was plenty of room for the whole family. We loved the large kitchen and huge kitchen table for big family meals. We also loved the outdoors, although we didn't make as much use of them as we hoped since the mosquitos were pretty aggressive. We all said we would love to return in the fall when the bugs are more dormant so we can enjoy more of the outdoors at this rental! The hosts were very kind and communicative. Bob stopped by one day to see how we were doing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MK S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house !
The property was beautiful, the house was great, very roomy with enough space for all of us. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time for a birthday celebration!
We had a lovely time at Acorn Lodge! Bob was very easy to work with and had excellent communication skills. The location was comfortable and fit all 14 of us well. We loved the trails and the rustic feel of the outdoors.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Savannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Beautiful property with a path to the river. Felt as if it a piece of northern Michigan within an hour drive. Will be recommending this place for anyone in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed this property for our girls getaway! The house was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. Bob, the property manager, was very easy to work with and answered questions/messages very promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine B., Southlake, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family reunion space
Bob was very helpful before and during our stay! The property is perfect for a family gathering. We enjoyed the trails, the spacious kitchen, luxury basement with pool table and sauna!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Syd P.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Year’s reunion
We gathered friends and family from across multiple states to ring in the new year and found Acorn Lodge to be the perfect place to do so at. We enjoyed the beautiful outdoors and indoors and the chance to reconnect with one another. Highly recommend to any deciding where to bring their family in years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnett W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Cabin
5 stars is not enough for this beautiful property! The Acorn Lodge offered everything we needed for a successful Halloween Weekend Retreat. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the serene surroundings and the cozy atmosphere of the cabin. The attention to detail and the thoughtfulness put into every aspect of our stay truly made it a memorable and enjoyable experience. A couple of family members walked the trail for some extra excitement. We are already looking forward to our next visit and the opportunity to experience your hospitality once more.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Celebration
Acorn Lodge is a beautiful and well kept home. It was a perfect size for our large family. The kids are still talking about the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples getaway
The 10 of us get together for a long weekend every year, this was a great place for us. Our weather wasn't the best for hiking the trails but we hiked them anyway. The house was wonderfully appointed, with plenty of sleeping space, seating and a well stocked kitchen. Super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
The house was exactly how it was pictured in the booking. It was clean, had many amenities, and was perfect location to many stores. We will definitely be returning again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean, spacious, perfect in every way
From the moment we began communicating with Bob and Linda they were kind, pleasant, quick to respond, and so accommodating. Our family of 13 gathered for our annual vacation and this home was the most beautiful and perfectly suited than any other property. To say they thought of everything is an understatement! The house was clean, cool, and Bob and Linda greeted us to give us a tour and show us how to work different areas of the house. The lights, air, sauna to name a few. The grounds were so beautiful- we enjoyed trips to the River house, to see the neighbors horses, and visit the tree house. Thankfully they were thoughtful enough to place bottles of bug spray all along the way, somehow knowing their guest may need it! There is plenty of seating inside and out, has a covered area to grill and a surprising bed swing in a screened porch. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your home, property, and entrusting us to care for it as if it were our home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lodge
The host is terrific! He was extremely helpful during pre-trip planning, and available during the trip. The house and grounds are even better than we expected based on the pictures, just beautiful. House was clean and well stocked. If you're looking for a great get away in a rural area, this is for you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We stayed there for an adult couples golf weekend. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C., Lapeer

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
It was wonderful for a 50th anniversary party for immediate family. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling reunion
The property was beautiful house was spacious plenty of room to spread out. Loved the tree house and trails. Fire pit was nice and large to accommodate all. Patio area was large. Swing was a big hit. We did find the kitchen was not as clean as expected. Limited cookware. Overall very nice will. Would come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Retreat
Our group was returning here for our second retreat from a nearby university. It was very good for relaxing for the weekend, with great trails, a relaxing sauna, and ample space for board games.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Gathering
We had a lovely and restful weekend here - what an incredible house in a lovely location. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to return again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend!
Gorgeous house with loads to do, highly reccomend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great club retreat in Lapeer
We’re so glad that Bob was able to host our student org for a weekend retreat. This was our first experience running a retreat, and everything ran smoothly thanks to Bob’s support and open communication. Beautiful property with amazing amenities, highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023