Scenic view of the Indian River with tree-lined shores and calm water

Indian River, Michigan

Sleep to the sound
of water you can
actually hear.

Quiet rooms on the riverbank — no crowds, no noise, just the kind of stillness that makes a weekend feel like a reset.

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About Us

A place to
unplug, properly.

Riverside Cottages is a small lodging along Prospect Street in Indian River, Michigan — the kind of place where the Wi‑Fi is optional and the river does most of the talking. We opened our doors for travelers who'd rather sleep to lapping water than traffic, and who measure a good stay by how quietly the morning arrives.

There are no resort amenities here. What we offer instead is honest comfort, rooms that face the water, and the kind of silence you won't find anywhere else in the area.

Riverside Cottages exterior with trees and a quiet path leading to a cottage
Accommodations

Rooms built
for slow mornings.

Cozy riverside room with queen bed and window overlooking trees

Riverside Queen

A queen-sized bed, a window that opens to the sound of the river, and enough quiet to actually read a book without finishing it.

  • Queen bed
  • River view
  • Private bath
  • Free parking
Bright double room with two beds and natural light from large windows

Garden Double

Two comfortable beds facing the garden side. Peaceful, simple, and a step away from the road noise — ideal for a couple or two friends.

  • Two double beds
  • Garden view
  • Private bath
  • Free parking
Spacious suite with sitting area and a view of the Indian River

River Suite

Our largest room — separate sitting area, a wider river outlook, and the kind of space that makes a long weekend feel like a short escape.

  • King bed + sofa
  • Panoramic river view
  • Sitting area
  • Free parking

For current availability and rates, please call us directly at (123) 123-8420.

The Area

Things to do
when you slow down.

Boating & Kayaking

The Indian River is one of the region's best-kept secrets for paddling. Launch your own kayak or rent locally and spend the afternoon drifting through cypress and oak.

Hiking & Trails

Mackinaw State Forest is nearby, with miles of trails through northern hardwoods. In fall, the colors are something people drive hours to see.

Local Towns

Traverse City is about 45 minutes south — wineries, restaurants, and a real downtown. Mackinaw City and the Bridge are an hour north if you want to keep moving.

Fishing

Walleye, smallmouth bass, and trout — the river and nearby lakes hold plenty. Rent a boat locally or cast from the bank at dawn.

We don't pretend to be a resort. We're just a small place on the river that does a few things well — a quiet room, a good night's sleep, and a morning that starts the way it should: slowly.

Location

Right on the
river, easy to find.

6157 Prospect St
Indian River, MI 49749

We're situated along Prospect Street, just off the main corridor with easy access but set back enough to feel removed. The river is a short walk from the door — no keys required.

(123) 123-8420
Check-in: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Free parking on-site

Indian River, Michigan
6157 Prospect St, 49749

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your visit?

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