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Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling!

Riverfront Cabin | Boardman River Access

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81412 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Traverse City, MI

Arbutus Lake
‪19 min walk‬
Spider Lake
‪6 min drive‬
Traverse City Beach
‪18 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling!

Fire Pit | Wood-Burning Stove | 11 Mi to Mt Holiday

Book the vacation you deserve and stay at 'River Haven,' a charming 2-bedroom + loft, 1-bath waterfront vacation rental! Boasting 250 feet of frontage on the Boardman River, this Traverse City cabin is the quintessential 'up north' getaway. In the winter, spend your days skiing or tubing at Mt Holiday or snowmobiling the nearby trails, and afterward, share stories around the fire pit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Loft: 2 twin beds, 1 futon
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV
- Dining table
- Vaulted knotty pine ceilings

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Spacious yard
- Deck w/ outdoor dining area
- Balcony w/ bistro table & chairs
- Detached sunroom w/ furniture
- Gas grill
- Adirondack chairs
- 4 kayaks
- Hammock

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, microwave
- Refrigerator, dishwasher
- Keurig & drip coffee makers, kettle
- Toaster
- Breakfast bar w/ stools
- Dishware & flatware
- Paper towels, trash bags

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
- Central heating & A/C
- Linens & towels
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cabin
- 1 step required for access
- Bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
- Stairs required to access loft

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- 1 external security camera (facing out)

PARKING
- Ample driveway parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Serene, wooded location near skiing
- Close to breweries & wineries
- 4 miles to Tibbets Lake
- 9 miles to Traverse City State Park & Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve
- 12 miles to Clinch Park
- 9 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 1)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story cabin requires 1 step for access. There are 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the 1st floor. The loft is located on the second floor and requires stairs
- For your safety, there are extra cleaning procedures taking place in between each stay
- Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera on the garage and faces the driveway/front door. The camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video and sound when guests are in residence

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

A maximum of 1 pet is 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cabin is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.

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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

Arbutus Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Spider Lake - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Centre Ice Arena - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
Front Street - 18 min drive - 19.8 km
Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Peegeo's - ‬15 min drive
‪K I Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪Village Ice Cream Shoppe - ‬6 min drive
‪Taqueria TC Latino Dos - ‬10 min drive
‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Traverse City Cabin Near Snowmobiling! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Arbutus Lake and Forest Lakes. Spider Lake is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Jul 19, 2025

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

Family trip

Great location on the river!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Jul 5, 2025

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

Great Cabin!

We loved our stay at this cozy cabin. Cleanliness was 10/10 and check in process was simple. We loved being right on the river and having access to kayaks. It was nice and quiet, while also being close to the city!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Jul 28, 2025

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

River Adventure

The place was spectacular. Accommodations were clean, comfortable and charming. The property was spacious with plenty of room to "play" outdoors. View and access to the river were great. The only "negative" is that it is not very far off a main road. You don't see the road and it's not a problem, but you do hear the traffic which can detract from the otherwise perfect ambience. It is Not a show-stopper at all ...

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

koren K.

Jun 1, 2025

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

Slice of heaven

This cabin is exactly what we were hoping for. It was very clean and well stocked with some nice essentials. The stretch of river lining the whole back of the property was very clean. Even though it was too cold for us you could definitely swim if you wanted. It was also a perfect place to fly fish. Every thing was so relaxing and peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Great property!

Beautiful spot. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Apr 13, 2024

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

Great property

we had a wonderful time!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Aug 9, 2024

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

Beautiful setting

Such a beautiful property, both inside and out! Peaceful on the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Oct 4, 2019

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

Great Cabin

Property and location was fantastic! Great place to unwind, everything an angler could want!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Oct 18, 2024

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

Great riverside escape

Excellent cabin located next to a nice river. Easy drives to all of the area sites. Regular morning and evening sightings of wildlife. The cabin had everything we needed and more. Perfect situation for us as a recently retired couple for a weekday getaway (3 nights). Would like to have stayed another couple of nights, maybe next time. Thanks for a great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

May 28, 2023

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

Memorial day weekend

Very clean and well stocked cabin with beautiful river view and use of kayaks.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anton C.

Jul 16, 2021

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

Excellent place!

Very nice property with access to the river! It was well maintained and clean. We had no issues while staying there.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Jun 24, 2024

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

Highly Recommend

The owner was highly responsive and easy to work with. We really enjoyed and spent time in the screened room right on the river. The current of the river is too fast to kayak against or go upstream but is shallow, clear, and fun to play in. Such a great place to spend with family.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Aug 5, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Pictures did not lie! The place was beautiful and very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Jul 29, 2024

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

Family fun

This was a beautiful location and we really enjoyed the space, the water and all this property had to offer. The listing did say there was a washer and dryer which did not happen to be the case but everything else was fairly spot on. Most of the kayaks are missing plugs so beware of that if you are wanting to use them but this space really is a hidden gem

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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8/10 Good

Sarah

Nov 14, 2023

Family vacation

This little cabin was so sweet and beautiful! We really enjoyed our stay even though we only had 1 dry day. The only draw back was the road noise at night. You can’t see the traffic because of the trees, but you can really hear it at night. All in all though, great little cabin!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Jul 16, 2023

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

Great family getaway quiet yet close to downtown Traverse City

Entire family- dog, too- enjoyed this lovely cabin. Super clean with everything we needed. The Boardman River was incredibly beautiful, clean, and serene. Kayaking was super easy with access both upstream and downstream. Everything we needed was included. Cabin is ~15 minutes away from downtown Traverse City. We mostly ate in Kingsley to avoid crowds and all restaurants had great food and service. We wouldn't have changed anything!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor A.

Jun 20, 2023

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

Great property, thoughtful touches.

As soon as we arrived we were so excited about this property. A perfect flat lawn for playing soccer, frisbee, and passing the football. On the first day, we did it all, and played basketball. The river was calming, and a chilly dip was just right. Our dog enjoyed exploring when we took him for walks. We spent so much time outdoors! When we did come inside, the accommodation was cozy and comfortable. A well-equipped kitchen and private bedrooms. We look forward to returning soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger D.

Apr 14, 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view, the house needs some updates.

We had to shovel our way from the driveway to the porch to be able to bring our stuff into the house. We are both in our 70's, this should have been taken care of. There was ice under the snow on the walkway. The mattress in the bedroom close to the bathroom is so saggy, you sink to the middle. The bathroom cabinet needs repair, when you open the doors the wood piece above falls out. Would not use vrbo again, the add on fees are excessive.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

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8/10 Good

Dan

Jul 6, 2023

Clean and private

Our family (3 kids 5,7, & 10) really enjoyed our stay at River Haven. Of note, the entire property was very well maintained. We chose this cabin for the private river frontage and location to nearby attractions such as traverse city and the sleeping bear sand dunes. It did not disappoint. The river was great. Very clean and well maintained river bank. Fast moving water and lots of wildlife including Mallards and Deer in the backyard. The inside of the cabin was also well maintained and clean. Nothing fancy but it does the job. The kitchen has everything you would need. Upgrades that we would like to see would include a better bed in the loft. I think that area would be the preferred bedroom in the cabin if provided with a better bed. Hot water tank runs out very quickly (we got 1.5 out of 3 kids washed up in time lol) but it's a cabin so somewhat expected. Only true con of the property is the damn road being right there. When the cars finally stop and you can hear the water it's quite peaceful! With a better bed in the loft this property would of got 5 stars from us, otherwise very nice little cabin. Best part of the property is the backyard. W/ a great back deck, fire pit, and the awesome riverside screened gazebo it's hard to beat for the price. Cabins in this price range are rarely this well maintained.

8/10 Good

Joanne W.

Jun 15, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

katfinn71997 B.

Sep 16, 2024

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

Amy's Bachellorette Weekend!

We had a lovely stay at your exquisite cabin! We wish we could've stayed longer when the temperature was hot enough for the river! The heated shower room was a great touch! Thank you for helping our group make great memories at your abode.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Jun 15, 2023

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

Family Vacation

River Haven was beautiful. The check-in process was super easy. When we arrived the house and property was perfect. There was never a time when my teenagers said they were bored they had so much to do. Kayaking, fishing, basketball hoop, campfire at night, plenty of room to toss baseball. Inside there was plenty of room for a family of six, we watched movies at night and had family game time. The only negative we really came across was the washer did not work very well (did not spin the water out). We really enjoyed and would come back again. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathia L.

Nov 20, 2022

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

Eveything

Amazing stayed , we loved everything definitely coming back for another trip! I will recommend this place a 100% . the communication was outstanding we loved traverse city!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Steve A.

Nov 10, 2022

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

Relaxing and Convenient

A relaxing place to stay near Traverse City. Cabin is great. The location on the river is a plus, but the road traffic noise is a bit of an issue until you get use to it. Over all, we had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linsey G.

Oct 23, 2022

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

Gorgeous 😍

Very beautiful little retreat, everything was perfect the outdoor spaces overlooking the boardman river are spectacular, we cannot wait to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022