I've been to two weddings at River Edge Bed & Breakfast and both were spectacular. I was a…read moregroomsman at one of the events and thought everything was orchestrated wonderfully. The property is beautifully maintained and the staff is kind & helpful. I'd consider this venue more of a natural (beautiful landscape) & classier location rather than a party spot. There are plenty of scenic locations for photography and the pavilion is great for hosting guests. Overall, I'd highly recommend River Edge B&B as long as you treat the venue with respect & follow the rules of the owners. Regarding rules - They are the same as other outdoor venues I've been to: No outside alcohol, City noise restrictions, treat the property with respect. Overall, nothing but good things to say about this venue. I hope to visit again soon

The venue is absolutely beautiful and and we had a beautiful wedding there. I had some feedback for…read moreBill (the owner) and tried to give it privately but I now feel that I have to share this with prospective renters for this venue. Some of the other reviews are absolutely correct, they will sit at a picnic table and watch you. This is in the contract that you will sign but there's nothing like seeing it in person to make you feel judged and watched. They do allow you to serve alcohol but there is extreme judgement there that you would want to serve it and they are waiting for things to go wrong. They do have 2 handicap spots but if someone tries to park there that is handicapped they will tell you that you have to move your car. They prefer the aesthetic of no vehicles parked down there. There are spots for beautiful pictures but be firm in what you want and what your photographer thinks are the best shots. Bill is adamant that he knows when and where to take the phots and does not like to hear otherwise. Again, I tried to share this with him in private and his response was to attack my character. This is obviously something that he has been told before and he does not care to hear it. I will not share everything that he said but his last words: "In my opinion, you have just demonstrated what a totally unreasonable, inconsiderate person you are. I wish you had been up front with us in the first place, which would have given us the foreknowledge and opportunity to to decline the wedding. Examine Yourself!!"

Lovely inn in a cute town on the river. Stayed overnight on my way to northern Michigan. Was…read moregreeted warmly by Kim (I think that was her name), who made me feel extremely welcome, much appreciated after a really long drive. The inn is the perfect combination of historic charm and modern amenities. Room - and bed - were extremely comfortable. Loved the big shower. There's a great deck off the back with a view of the river and all the cool birds that make it home. Lowell is a sweet small town - some nice historic architecture, the flour mill across the street and had a great meal next door at Easy Street.

Lovely hotel literally on the river. In spite of being the only real hotel in town, the prices are…read morereasonable, so it's actually a viable choice if you're in Grand Rapids for a spell. The view from any room is pleasing, the rooms are well furnished with big comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms and there's a fridge and small dining tables in a common area for guests. Free WiFi is reasonably fast. The water pressure isn't good when lots of people are using their showers, not a problem when the place isn't near capacity. Staffed by only one person at a time, but both workers we met were helpful, polite, friendly and pleasant. There are only four or five rooms, so they sell out often, make your plans ahead of time.

This tasteful bed and breakfast was a delightful place to stay in downtown Grand Rapids!…read more We ran a bit late so the owners called to check on us, which was appreciated. Once we arrived it was easy to call the listed number and get let in, which happened quickly despite our being after the agreed upon arrival time. Skylar then showed us around and left us to enjoy the room. She had their two children with them which was fun and gave the space more of the local family feel. We didn't hear them during the rest of our stay so no worries about late night cries etc. The house is beautiful and our room had a private bath with a huge jacuzzi tub. There was a window ac unit as well as a fan so we stayed comfy at night and even outside fireworks weren't too noticeable. We were a handy 10 minute walk to a multitude of restaurants and cute parks plus the river walk. There was also a parking spot at the house so we could leave the car and not worry as we walked in the city. The breakfast was especially tasty and Skylar made extra effort to accommodate our dietary needs by making something totally different for me (veggie hash with toast and yogurt all vegan). The fruit, juice and coffee for all were tastefully laid out and made for a refreshing breakfast experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and would stay here again!

Just returned from a wonderful stay at The Lafayette House in Grand Rapids. My daughter and I were…read morein town to attend a concert at the Van Andel Arena. Did I mention it is WALKING DISTANCE to the Van Andel??!! Note the walk back is gradually uphill. A couple that we spoke with during breakfast mentioned they also walked back. The husband said he has a bad knee and felt it a little bit on the return but would definitely do it again. Todd and Skyelar's home is beautiful and bright. We stayed in Room 2 which is also bright yet cozy at the same time. Our room had a Keurig coffee maker which was great! I will just have to remember to bring some tea with us next time as we love our tea. I didn't think to ask for any so I can't fault anyone but myself! The bath products are provided and smell amazing! I actually wrote the name of the brand down as I am going to order some for home. We really appreciated having an extra power strip in the room. The bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with local products. Cinnamon raisin bread French toast, bacon that was perfectly prepared, fresh fruit, orange juice and hot coffee. I look forward to returning to The Lafayette House!

I arrived at Grandma's House after a 12-hour bike ride in the rain. "Grandma" and her husband Larry…read moremade me feel welcome right away. They've had a lot of cyclists stay with them, though I was likely wetter and muddier than their usual client. Fortunately I was the only guest that night (I just missed a family with seven children), so I took over the upstairs bathroom to wash and dry myself and my gear. Sure, a hotel room would also have served, but I felt so much cheerier in a cozy, friendly home after that long day. They are very nice and down-to-earth folks. They'll have breakfast ready when you want it (just tell her the night before) and will have you feeling like you're part of their family. During breakfast I learned about what several of their 19 grandchildren are up to, and a visiting great-granddaughter joined us too. This place is an incredible value at $60.00 per night, and I will definitely stay there again if I'm in the area. Note: This is their home, so don't expect it to be like a hotel. I don't think they have wifi, and only one bedroom has a TV. Spend some time sharing stories with them instead. Note 2: Call at least a day ahead to be sure they have a room available for you. They are often unable to accommodate drop-ins.

What a nice place to stay! I stayed at this B&B from June 24 to 28 and couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter B&B experience. At $60 a night its a fantastic deal, and if you're lucky Grandma will make French toast on the same thick, sesame seed bread as she did for me. Keep in mind the owners actually live in the house unlike many B&B's, but in my opinion this was not a problem as they were friendly and welcoming but not bothersome. Cozy, clean, and a great deal. Thumbs up!!

Exceeded all expectations! My fiancé and I had the most charming stay. We are still talking about…read moreit-especially the breakfast!! Ken and Ruth are the best hosts! They are the definition of "hospitality". The room was clean, charming, and attended. I hope I am on the short list for Ruth's cookbook. Unless you are a gremlin, you cannot go wrong with this booking!

Wonderful bed and breakfast located in the historic district. Room and common areas beautiful and…read morecomfortable. The gardens and outside dining on a beautiful summer day is the place to enjoy the extensive breakfast. Hosts prepared a sumptuous breakfast that was delicious. This will be our go to place to stay when visiting Grand Rapids. Thank you!

February 14-16, 2025 This was our first stay, & certainly…read morewill not be our last! My husband and I celebrated a post deployment reunion, sans kiddos, and this is just what we needed! Jeanine and Steve are incredible hosts! We loved all of the special touches, from the gorgeous chandelier hanging above that gigantic jacuzzi, to the Valentine's decorations throughout the inn. And that raspberry cake deliciousness...oh my! Yum! The food was ALL scrumptious! Thank you for the most magical, amazing time!

The staff was super friendly and accommodating. They even took our dietary needs into consideration…read morewhich I really appreciate as a vegetarian. The room was luxurious and the place was full of charm from the freshly baked cookies to the hot chocolate bar. Having delicious breakfast delivered to our room every morning felt like such a treat. The couples massage was truly amazing. We live local and asked for their contact information to set up another appointment. I highly recommend! We enjoyed the heated pool outside during the day and the jacuzzi tub in the room in the evening. This was a wonderful way to spend our mini moon after our wedding! We will definitely be booking again in the future. We would love to try out another themed room.

Amazing hospitality from Deb and Steve the proprietors. Historic home with 3 floors and a storied…read morepast. Most bathrooms have tiled ceilings! Even ones without showers, which is unheard of, which adds to the home's character. We got the 3rd floor room #5 which had a living room, kitchen, and bathroom on the floor - since room #6 was being renovated we got to have the whole floor to ourselves. Deb makes fresh chocolate chip cookies which are amazing The neighborhood itself is great - Heritage Hill - a neighborhood of 1000 homes all older than our great grandparents :) Within a 10 minute walk to the east you'll find half a dozen or so restaurants and bars and one of the jewels of the neighborhood - Art of the Table - which has spirits and tons of unique foods and knick knacks. Downtown is only a 20 minute walk if that's what you fancy. Rates were half of rooms downtown but with double the charm and service Look forward to coming back again!

What a lovely place to stay! A friend and I found The Parsonage when looking for a place to stay…read morefor a weekend wedding, and the entire experience was a treat. From the stunning and well-kept house to the delicious food, and of course, the friendly and thoughtful family. I would stay again in a heartbeat!

Dirty. Interaction and communication with the host was non-existent. Had to text to get answers…read moreto questions. No guidelines on services, refreshments, etc.. There are better options available.

Overall, we had a wonderful experience at the Looking Glass B & B! It was a rainy day when we…read morearrived but the welcome was fantastic. We were shown around the property which was beautiful! The B&B was right next to the lake and had an amazing view. All of the lake side windows had breathtaking lake views and the B & B in itself was wonderfully decorated! The aesthetics of this place were modern beach house. The room was well decorated as well and was very clean. It was spacious and it had all the amenities that we needed. In the morning the breakfast was delicious and homemade! Coffee was fresh and really good. Overall it was a fantastic day and I would highly recommend to a friend.

What a beautiful B&B, loved the richness in decor. The room was very comfortable and left us with…read moregood nights sleep. The food was very delicious and the coffee was also great! Shelly's hospitality was excellent and had many good conversations.

Highly recommend! The house is beautiful and clean! We stayed in the Safari room and it was a…read morenice sized room. The host Shelly is great! And her breakfasts were DELICIOUS!! Loved sitting on the front and back porch!