INDIAN RIVER LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Courtyard Calm on the Indian River: Cabin 3 at Fay Martin River Resort
A three‑bedroom, eight‑person cabin on a landscaped 2½‑acre property with river access, private boat slip, a Tiki Bar and daily pontoon rentals—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan your stay.
Courtyard Calm on the Indian River: Cabin 3 at Fay Martin River Resort.
Seven cozy cabins sit on 2½ acres of manicured grounds in Indian River, Michigan, each oriented toward a shared landscaped courtyard of spring‑fed ponds, a fire pit, a swing set and open lawn for yard games. Cabin 3 is a three‑bedroom unit with a sofa sleeper that sleeps up to eight and offers modern comforts while keeping the river within easy reach.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Manicured Courtyard and Family Grounds
The seven cabins face a central courtyard featuring spring‑fed ponds, a fire pit, a swing set and room for yard games—designed for low‑key evenings and relaxed family activity on well‑kept grounds.
Three Bedrooms with Full Kitchen and Modern Conveniences
Cabin 3 is configured to sleep eight (two single beds, two queen beds and a sofa sleeper) and includes a full kitchen, microwave, coffee pot, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, fresh linens and towels. Guests receive a starter set of essentials; each cabin also has a gas grill and picnic table.
Private Boat Slip, Pontoon Rentals and a Tiki Bar
Each cabin is assigned its own boat slip on the river; the resort offers daily pontoon rentals and a Tiki Bar for downtime by the water.
What the day feels like
What a Stay Feels Like
You arrive to a compact cluster of cabins set roughly 300 feet off the river and orient toward a leafy courtyard where evenings gather around the fire pit and mornings drift to the ponds. Inside Cabin 3 the tone is domestic and practical: a fully equipped kitchen, climate control, Wi‑Fi and fresh linens keep logistics simple so you can spend time on the water—launching from your assigned slip or arranging a pontoon for a day on the river.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cabin works best for, and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Stays typically range from 2 to 7 nights.
The cabin supplies fresh linens, towels and basic starter items (dish/hand soap, garbage bags, a roll of toilet paper and paper towel). Bring additional toiletries, specialty foodstuffs or extra supplies; nearby stores include Ken’s Village Market and Family Dollar.
The listed meeting location for arrival is Fay Martin River Resortt; cabin assignments include an assigned boat slip on the river.
Daily pontoon rentals are available and the property features a Tiki Bar for casual waterfront downtime; each cabin has a gas grill and picnic table.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people does Cabin 3 sleep and what is the bed setup?
Cabin 3 sleeps up to eight and is laid out with two single beds, two queen beds and a sofa sleeper.
Are pets allowed at the resort?
No — the resort has a strict no‑pets policy with no exceptions. Guests who need boarding can contact the nearby Indian River Pet Resort (indianriverpetresort.com, 231‑238‑2278).
Is there boat access from the cabin?
Yes — each cabin is assigned one boat slip on the river, and the resort offers daily pontoon rentals for guests.
What amenities are provided inside the cabin?
Cabins include a full kitchen, microwave, coffee pot, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, and fresh linens and towels; basic starter supplies are provided.
Can I pitch a tent or set up an EZ‑Up on the property?
No — tents and EZ‑Ups are not permitted on the property at any time.
Where can I pick up additional supplies if needed?
If you need additional supplies beyond the provided starter items, Ken’s Village Market and Family Dollar are located conveniently close to the resort.