River Ridge Lodge

3.0 star property
Guests gather around the firepit for evening relaxation or borrow bicycles to explore the surrounding countryside at this nature-surrounded retreat

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River Ridge Lodge near Oak Island combines outdoor charm with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy the garden, terrace, arcade/game room, and library. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and bicycle rentals make local exploration easy.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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About this property

River Ridge Lodge

  • Guesthouse near Oak Island
  • Located close to Chester Playhouse, River Ridge Lodge provides a terrace, a firepit, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.
  • Other perks at this guesthouse include:
    • Free self parking
    • Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and outdoor furniture
    • Beach towels, bicycle tour information, and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, deep soaking tubs, and showers
    • 24-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
    • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests should be aware that 1 cat and 1 dog reside at this property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2627B9533

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is River Ridge Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Ridge Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Ridge Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Ridge Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this guesthouse is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Oak Island and within 12 mi (20 km) of Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic and Chester Playhouse. Hirtle's Beach and Risser's Beach Provincial Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like being at home! So friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frauke was the perfect host. Excellent guide to the area and extremely welcoming. The room was well equipped, quiet, and had an enormous bed! Even though, formally, breakfast isn’t served there is fresh coffee, yoghurt and granola. Mahone Bay is beautiful, with its iconic churches. We had very good meals at Rebecca’s and the Naked Oyster.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in this wonderful lodge on a beautiful rural property, conveniently close to Mahone Bay. Very friendly, helpful host, and comfortable nicely decorated rooms. We highly recommend and would love to return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for many of the places we wanted to visit. Very quiet and peaceful place to stay after a busy day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the lodge. The room and grounds are splendid. Our Hosts we very helpful, and they provided us with great tips for where to go and what to do in the area. It is a peaceful place. We will recommend it to our friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing and beautiful B&B

Beautiful renovated farmhouse just outside of Mahone Bay. Front porch overlooks the river. Spacious rooms. Wonderful hosts and a great get away for singles, couples or families. The family suite is perfect when travelling with kids with two bedrooms and attached bathroom - something that is rare to find at a B&B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Frauke and Michael were both very accommodating, and gave me all the privacy I needed. It was a very pleasant experience and I would highly recommend them to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Unterkunft bei sehr netten Menschen. Danke Frauke und Mike!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einfach nur klasse. Ein schöner Ort zum abschalten. Frauke hat uns super Tipps für Essen und Unternehmungen gegeben. Danke nochmal. Kommen gerne mal wieder.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this lodge, great hospitality, quiet beautiful surroundings,very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the quiet and the privacy of the property. Salt water was close. Hostess was friendly and informative of the area. We thought the price was high, especially as it did not include breakfast. However, coffee and wafer were free and timely in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were excellent. Very clean and wonderfully decorated. The staff were like coming home to family. Such wonderful inviting people. I strongly recommend this place to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023