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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Arbutus Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Spider Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Master bedroom

1 King Bed

The Loft

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all.

East Bay Township Short Term Rental License Number: EBT-STR003162

Welcome to River Life Paradise! We invite you to stay in this beautiful 2,000 sq ft air conditioned home with a huge front and back yard, screened in porch, a large shaded deck and all of which is just feet from the Boardman River.

The house has two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a loft. Max capacity is 8 people. The upstairs bedroom has two queen sized beds. The Downstairs master bedroom has King sized bedroom set. And the loft has a Queen bed. The kitchen is fully appointed (except dishwasher) with a large dinning area. The living room has a 6-8 person couch and a game area. the living room sits four feet from the banks of river. The views are spectacular!

The Boardman River offers tubing, kayaking, and canoeing (we can provide equipment if needed), fishing, and rock hunting. The river also is a Blue Ribbon trout stream and the fishing is second to none. The water is cool and crystal clear.

The property has a hiking trail that guides you along the many natural features of the area. This is great place for a short walk. You will encounter many types of wildlife here. Deer, Porcupine, River Otter, Beaver, Bald Eagles, Hawks, Owls, Osprey, and even the occasional bear. Come and hunt mushrooms or do some bird watching.
We are located 10 miles outside of Traverse City. Far enough from town to enjoy peace and quiet, and a never ending sky full of stars. Yet we are close enough that a quick drive offers so much more to do. Traverse City is the gem of northern Michigan offering world class dining, Breweries, Wineries, and views. We are also a quarter mile from the Michigan ATV and snowmobile trail system. We look forward to seeing you. Book your vacation soon as we fill up quickly.

NOTE: Please disregard reviews pertaining to "camper". The camper is no longer available for rental.

*2 Bedrooms a loft and a sofa

*Open floor plan

*Full Kitchen

*Large yard on the Boardman River

*Laundry room-washing machine/Dryer

Amenities

*Central Air

*Wireless Internet

*Heat

*Complete Kitchen

*Bonfire Pit, Open Pit BBQ*

*Picnic Table

*Internet TV (Hulu, Amazon, Netflix, Disney Plus)


Activities

*Kayaking

*Tubing/Rafting

*Hiking

*Fishing

*Guide Services Available (for above if wanted)

*Swimming

*Bird Watching

*Painting/Photography

*Solitude

Come and enjoy this unique and beautiful place up North! A true taste of Pure Michigan!

Keywords: Water front, beach front, Pure Michigan, Cherry Festival, Wineries, Beaches, Traverse City, Kayaking, Fishing (German Browns, Brook trout, Salmon), Golfing, Swimming, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Restaurants, Shopping, Rafting, Tubing, Camping, Shopping, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Color Tours, Water Frontage, Recreational, Photography/Painting/Viewing, Skiing, Snowmobiling, Snowboarding, Ice Fishing. Guide Service Available.

Property manager

John Jury
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Polish
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please contact us directly to set up events
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Pets

No pets allowed
Personal interview regarding pet required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking in any building will result in removal
Absolutely no fireworks of any kind

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Please contact us directly to set up events
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 2021-0011

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Centre Ice Arena, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Arbutus Lake - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Spider Lake - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Samsara - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. located?

This family-friendly Traverse City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Forest Lakes and Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake and Rennie Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, well maintained and excellent accommodations from John. I highly recommend stay at this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Beautiful property

Convenient location and amenities, gorgeous view, and super relaxing surroundings!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time, cabin was perfect was nice having the river right in the back. JOHN was a great host very accommodating. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Wonderful stay over July 4th weekend. Everything was perfect- the house, the water and entire stay!

We loved our kayak trip down the river. Thank you for being fabulous hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great experience!

The location was great and not too far from Traverse City and what we planned to do. We came up for a friend’s bachelor trip and the house gave all 8 of us a comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Riverfront stay

Very nice home feet away from the river. Was perfect for my husband participating in the Fly Fishing School.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Lovely location

This is a waterfront property close to Traverse City. It is a beautiful lot and the river running by makes it very peaceful. The interior space was very comfortable for us. The owner was helpful and quickly fixed the small issue that we had. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Quick family stay

Although we had a few issues, they were quickly addressed. The river location was very cool and it was fun to get into the river. Frequent and quick communication with the host which was appreciated. Easy spot for getting to area locations easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dusty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing time at Riverside House! Hosts are wonderful, location is perfect, the house and property are beautiful and SO well stocked. We could not have asked for anything more. John gave us great suggestions to make our trips into the city even better and our kayak trip was the perfect ending. Thank you for sharing your space with us. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth P.

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

Family vacation

Great location, beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marygail M.

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

River life

Excellent place to stay. Lodging well maintained and location close to many great places to explore. Use of kayaks a plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Comfortable

This home is very comfortable and clean. Beautiful scenery with the trees and running stream. So many great hiking trails. The owner (John) is super friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Dan Wojcik

Wonderful. Ideal for families and right onna beautiful river . Very peaceful and quit. Younger folks enjoyed the kayak float
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

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

Great stay!

The property is large and perfect for outdoor living and the view of the river is amazing. The House feels very comfortable, spacious and very well stocked! The location is great. The hosts couldn't be nicer or friendlier or more helpful. We loved our stay and will be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Spacious

This place was accommodating and had enough space for teenagers to be separate from adults. The owners were very friendly and made the stay easy! Plenty of towels and kitchen utensils. Hoping yo stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Mother/Daughter Girls Weekend

This is a great property! We were very satisfied with the accommodations for our group of 5, the cleanliness of the home and all of the amenities provided. Relaxing outside by the river was so peaceful. We hope to return again. Thanks for sharing with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

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

2nd stay at this great Property!

We were so happy to return to this beautiful river house. The location right on the river is so close you can hear the river rushing. The house is so well stocked and the beds are really comfortable. John our host is a terrific person and so easy to communicate with. and so helpful. There are great trails for hiking close by and the river is great for Kayaking. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Peaceful

Great location. Short drive to Traverse City. House has everything you need. The river is peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Rest and relaxation

My children and grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed this location on the river. Not only could they play and fish but the host took several of the grandkids 3 hour up the river and let them use his kayaks to paddle back to the house. Wenjoyed the
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail T.

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

Must visit!

We stayed at John’s for my bachelorette weekend. I wanted something more laid back and in nature. John’s place is absolutely amazing! The location, the river, and house are just to die for. I can’t wait to venture back. The house has everything you could need, we didn’t cook but there was every amenity you could think of. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

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

Getaway

The location was awesome. Beautiful being on the river. Host was very helpful and made our kayaking experience fun. We enjoyed fishing even without success. Beds were comfy, may need new pillows on some. Very interesting furnishings. A bit of a museum, which we enjoyed. Could use a minimizing of things, but we loved the space and would definitely do it again. A lot of history here.💕
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Excellent Stay, Not as Private as Expected

Was a wonderful experience, host was extremely nice, knowledgeable about the area, kayaking on the river was a great relaxer, we drove to the launch site, and kayaked back to the trailer. The host then gave us a ride to retrieve our vehicle. Site was not quite as private as expected - but was overall an great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tamera S.

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

Outdoor enthusiasts, this is for you!

We were visiting family, and looking for a place to stay in Traverse City. I like camping and saw this listing. We loved it!! Short walk to the Boardman for fishing. You can also kayak, canoe, bike in the country side, but close enough for the metro life in downtown. John was fantastic, camper great, we will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wendi L.

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

Annual Sibling Trip

"FABULOUS" sums it up! What a great time we had staying at this property. The home accommodated the seven of us perfectly. The beds were very comfortable. The outdoor space was beautiful. John, the property owner, was easy to work with and responded to questions promptly. He arranged for us to kayak which was much appreciated. We left our trip with plans to return. By far this was the best VRBO experience we've had. Thank you, John, for making our stay a memorable one. Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Best of the Best Properties

“Awesome house/property”, was the initial statement from everyone in my party upon arriving at the house. The river is so soothing to watch and listen to. The owner let us use 2 Kayaks which we did a 1-hr, slice of heaven, leisurely run ending up at our property!!! Our 4 and 5 y/o thought it was their favorite part of our trip…along with the fire pit that evening. The hospitality we received was tops. We definitely will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Jury

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John and Agnes have been married since 2002. John grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and Agnes is from Poland and Canada. They have a 17 year old son. They are avid campers and love nature. John owns and or co owns and operates 4 different rental properties and continues to grow rental offerings focusing on river front recreational properties.

Languages:

English, French, Polish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests