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Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub.

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A modern house with large windows, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-lit interior.
A spacious living area with a kitchen, a dining area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with a brick wall, a gas stove, and a built-in oven.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area.
A serene garden with a statue of a meditating figure, lush greenery, and a pond with lily pads.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub.

This beautifully updated home has an open floor plan and vaulted ceiling. The entire back of the house has sliders that open to a large deck with beautiful views and access to the Boardman River. The primary bedroom has a king size bed and attached bathroom with tub and shower. There is also sliding door from the bedroom leading to the deck and 8 person hot tub. 2nd bedroom has queen bed with slider to the deck. 3rd bedroom has 2 twin beds. 2nd bath has a shower. Large combination living room/dining room with gas fireplace. Complete kitchen and laundry. Enjoy the beauty and serenity of the pond on the front of the house, and large lawn with fire pit in the back leading to the deck/dock on the river.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outdoors.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If kayaks are used a waiver must be signed in advance by all participants.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 699451
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Centre Ice Arena and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Arbutus Lake - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Spider Lake - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub.?

As of Sep 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub. on Sep 28, 2026 start from $486, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful private home on the Boardman River with large yard, deck and hot tub. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Forest Lakes, Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve, and Arbutus Lake. Centre Ice Arena and Grand Traverse Mall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, isolated location with all the amenities one needs for a nice little escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The setting is very peaceful and secluded, yet close enough to access Traverse City. Great access to the Boardman river. Our whole family enjoyed the stay and had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being on the river was great the only issue we had the hot tub did not work, but I’m sure that’ll get fixed soon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, neat and nicely decorated. Location was close enough to traverse city but far enough for privacy. The house is secluded with a wonderful view of the river in back and a small pond in the front. Was perfect for chatting on the back deck and listening to the river or taking a dip in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house and property! We truly enjoyed staying here! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2026
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed your stay! Would love to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This wooded property along the river was the relaxing environment we needed for our Michigan vacation! Enjoyed mornings sitting by the river, a daily outdoor shower, and the evenings by the fire and in the hot tub. The quick 15-minute drive into Traverse City gave us access to food and fun while a relaxing morning and evening. We took a day trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes with a stop in Glen Arbor and Glen Haven Beach. While it was about a 45 minute drive, we decided to take a trip back to Pyramid and Good Harbor Bay Beach the next day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2026
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed your stay at the river and all the things TC and the surrounding area have to offer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is just magical!!! Pictures don’t do it justice. The house was immaculate, kitchen was completely stocked and the land is amazing!!! Communication was ON-POINT from start to finish. You will not regret renting this property!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. The location was great! The river behind the house was so pretty. We loved the backyard with a swing, fire pit and hot tub!! The deck was awesome with a fire table a nice table and chairs for dinner too! Loved Loved the outside shower and everything was completely stocked with shampoo, conditioners, body wash, tons of towels for the hot tub and showers/bath! Unfortunately we were there the week the fires from Canada were really bad. We didn't get to enjoy as many of the outdoor activities as we had planned but thankfully we were staying at a gorgeous house and we had a great time spending with the Grandkids! We will definitely be back!! Alex was great responding to any and all of our questions
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very nice and very remote. But only 15 minutes from Traverse City. Sits upon a beautiful stream in the backyard. Has a beautiful hot tub that seats six with no problem. The bedrooms were very nice. The bathrooms were clean. The kitchen and living room was very nice. We did use the grill one night and had some corn and Brotz and Mets. The place is about a mile off the main road. On a gravel road. Might be a little difficult to find after dark. But we felt very safe because there were neighbors nearby. They do recommend you use the outdoor shower, which we all did and had a lot of fun with plenty of hot water out there. Also, the deck on this place is brand new and very large. We did not use the kayaks that they provided, we just didn’t have time. We went to sleeping bear dunes. We went to a restaurant in Traverse City named sisters for breakfast. Highly recommended!! we shopped and several little towns in the area. We also visited several breweries. This place is ideal for three couples or even families.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location- well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect “Up North” Getaway!This VRBO was perfect for our family of 4 adults and 2 toddlers! The home is beautifully designed, bright, open, and incredibly welcoming. The outdoor space was spectacular—with a grassy lawn, wrap-around deck with multiple seating areas, and direct access to the Boardman River. The outdoor shower, spa, lawn games, hammock, two outdoor fire pits, and six kayaks made it feel like our own private outdoor playground!Inside, the home was just as wonderful. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked, the three bedrooms had very comfortable beds and pillows (a big deal for us!), and the bathrooms were spotless. The great room and dining area were comfortable and inviting, with sliding glass doors that made it easy to enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting.Traveling with two toddlers can be challenging, but this home was perfect for our grandsons. The abundance of children’s books and games was truly the “frosting on the cake”—they were thrilled with all the options!Alex, the owner, was warm, welcoming, and incredibly responsive. Her excellent communication made everything easy and stress-free.We loved our stay and are already looking forward to returning. We made wonderful family memories here and can’t wait to go back “Up North!” Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2026
Thank you!! I’m so glad you and your family had a memorable experience at the river!! We’d love to have you all return to the river house again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and wonderful location with the river in the backyard. Easy check in and great communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place, Accurate!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation stay

The house and location are great and we enjoyed visiting Traverse City and all the many other nearby attractions. This is a wonderful VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2024
Thank you!! So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the River House and in TC!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Property was very nice and clean. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 29, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2025
Thank you!! Would love to have you back again next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 4, 2022
Thanks for staying at the River House Elizabeth!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Nice quiet place. Close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

LOVELY

Such an amazing location, very private and very clean! Loved the stay and will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
Thank you Melanie! I’m so glad you and your guests had a great weekend at the river! We’ll be so happy to have you back again any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mini vacation

This was the perfect place to stay during our mini vacation to Michigan. We visited Traverse City, Sleeping Bear, wineries, and more. The house was perfect in between our outings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2022
Thank you Brant! Please consider us again in the future if you return to Traverse City!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get family trip at the river house

Wonderful furnishings great views of the river and wild life such as deer and sweet bunnies Close to traverse city and all the beautiful lakes and rivers
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful stay in the river

We enjoyed relaxing at this property. It was the perfect place to kick back and enjoy the area. We loved sitting out near the river and hearing just the sounds of nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay!

The house exceeded our expectations and had the most beautiful views of the river! A very private little getaway. We would love to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 5, 2024
Thank you Katelyn! Would love to have you back in the summer!

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Paul Gutierrez

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My parents bought this house in 1999 when I was in middle school. I grew up spending my entire summers at this house making so many memories! This house has become the landscape for many family gatherings, baby and wedding showers, and even my sisters wedding. I can't even express how much this property means to us! When the opportunity came for my husband and I to purchase the property from my parents we had to take it, and now we're so happy this house is still in our family!

Why they chose this property

This house was in my family for over 20 years when my husband and I bought it. We have spent countless hours kayaking, tubing, roasting marshmallows and making great memories on this beautiful river.

What makes this property unique

We love the peace and quiet of this location. We are at the end of a two track road so there is no traffic to worry about. We enjoy sitting on our deck watching the ducks, herons, deer, rabbits and many other kinds of wildlife. The river is very easily accessed off of our lawn for kayaking, tubing, fishing or swimming.

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