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Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat

Riverfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Immerse yourself in Downtown Manistee's rich history at our riverside apartment. Enjoy views of the bustling downtown area and peaceful moments overlooking the Manistee River from the deck. The spacious apartment features an open-concept floor plan, a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living room, and dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Downtown Manistee with our newly renovated and updated riverfront apartment. Enjoy views of the bustling downtown area, as well as peaceful moments overlooking the Manistee River. Our riverside apartment is also perfectly situated for enjoying popular local events like Sleighbell Weekend and Forest Festival.

​Upon arrival, you will ascend the entryway staircase 24 steps up to our spacious apartment with an open-concept floor plan. The rental is located over Port City Emporium gift shop, which we also own. Whether you're preparing a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, lounging in the cozy living room, taking in the views of a freighter making its way down the river, or gathering around the dining table playing games with loved ones, you will appreciate the freedom and flexibility of this thoughtfully designed space.

​Sleeps 5: Queen, Queen, Full size pullout sofabed

2 Bedrooms: Queen, Queen

1 Bathroom: Shower (no tub)
Full Kitchen
Dining Area
Upstairs Unit with Deck Overlooking Manistee River

Come stay with us!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Windows all closed. Door to deck locked
Please Text when you leave. Number is on the card at the door as you exit unit. Also, always make sure you hit lock button on key code entry to ensure it locks immediately.
All this information is also in the Shaffer Haus book in the unit. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please see complete rental agreement. This will also be emailed to you when you book.
We know this is a large fishing area. Please no cleaning or cooking fish in the apartment please. There is a fish cleaning station on Riverwalk.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Manistee

What's nearby

  • Ramsdell Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manistee Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Orchard Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Little River Casino - 9 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Painted Lady Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bungalow - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Manistee, this apartment building is steps from Manistee Riverwalk and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Michigan. Manistee County Historical Museum and Manistee Municipal Marina are also within 5 minutes.

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Shaffer Haus-Downtown Riverfront Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cool place to stay on the river in Manistee
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Best place so far in Manistee

The location was right in downtown Manistee. The place was clean, comfortable beds, big kitchen and the deck out back was great to see freighters come through the canal and walking the river walk was a plus
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Fishing trip

Very nice place to stay awesome views great restaurants next door will be back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

Perfect spot

Great location for downtown Manistee. Anita and Pat are great hosts and very responsive to questions. Place was very clean and exactly what we needed. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Relaxing weekend getaway

Great weekend with friends. Would book this one again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Wonderful Experience!

This property has been one of the best that we have stayed in. My wife and I had a wonderful experience and look forward to coming back to Manistee and enjoying this incredible place. The property owners were wonderfully hospitable and went above and beyond to make sure our day was exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Lovely stay

The home is in a very nice historic area with easy access to restaurants and shops. Lovely view from the deck. Taco’bout it was our favorite restaurant but TJ’s Pub was great as well. Home was clean and well stocked with all needed items.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Best VRBO ever!

This was the nicest rental we have stayed in to date. The location was perfect to be able to walk to shops, eateries, and even to Lake Michigan on the River Walk. The place was clean, big, and beautiful! Anita was great to work with and quick to respond. They gave us lots of great suggestions for where to eat and things to do. Manistee at Christmas time is just like a Hallmark movie and we had a lovely time. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Anniversary getaway

A lovely apartment in a fantastic location! We loved watching the river from the deck, and having shops and restaurants just steps away. It was also a great central location for exploring the area. We enjoyed easy access to beaches, trails, parks, and farm stands with local produce. The apartment was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. It was a pleasure to return to after a day of hiking or exploring. Anita and Pat are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie J.

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

The Best!

We stayed 5 nights at the Shaffer Haus in beautiful Manistee. The space is charming, comfortable and very well appointed. The owners are friendly, attentive and welcoming. I can’t imagine a better place to stay in Manistee. You’re with walking distance to beaches, shopping, dining, entertainment and more. We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

The Shaffer Haus

The Shaffer Haus was a delightful place to stay. A very attractive and clean property. Good location, no parking problems. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

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

August visit

We really enjoyed the nice place with a great view. The location was perfect with everything walking distance away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Hidden Gem

Like Manistee itself, this property is a hidden gem. The riverfront location is central to the charming Victorian downtown area. We appreciated the thoughtful interior updates, especially in the kitchen and bathroom, that modernize the space while preserving its historic character. Central A/C was a bonus. We look forward to staying here again for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Great Place

Overall the property and location are great. A small issue with loud (presumably drunk) people wandering River street at night and and into the early morning. Although this is to be somewhat expected on a Saturday night in summer. This is not a problem with the property or the owners, they are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay here. It is such a beautifully designed property that has everything we needed. All the best dining options are a short walk. The town is adorable. We loved the back patio with the views of the river! It was private but also in the center of town! We would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024