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Boardman River Cabin
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 8 2837 sq ft
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Traverse City, MI
- Place, Arbutus Lake5 min drive
- Place, Spider Lake11 min drive
- Place, Traverse City Beach20 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Living Room 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
About this property
Boardman River Cabin
Summary:
Enjoy true relaxation and peacefulness along the Boardman River!! Sit in our hot tub while listening to the tranquil river and watching the stars. Our single family home was built in 1955 along the quiet and peaceful setting of The Boardman River. The Boardman River starts in Kalkaska County and flows directly into the West Grand Traverse Bay. It's best known as one of the Top 10 Trout Streams in Michigan!
EB Twp Rental License 003000
The Space:
The house is located in a quiet, scenic and wildlife friendly location. There is plenty of acreage to hike, bird watch and explore! Still a short drive to the heart of Downtown Traverse City, you can have the best of both rural life and city life during your stay. If you are wanting a get away with the family, or a retreat with your closest friends this cabin is perfect for you.
As you come up the driveway you are immediately greeted by large trees and a view of the river along the house. Our home sits on a bend, allowing for the river to flow on either side of the home. Stepping inside the high ceiling and original log cabin walls will stun your eyes, they are so charming! Our uniquely styled house has a large fireplace with pudding stones and Petoskey stones set along each side. The living room is spacious and bright, with a great view of the forest and river and plenty of space for your friends and family to gather. The kitchen is straight ahead to your right as you walk in, fully equipped with anything you may need during your stay just behind the living room. Windows surround the house allowing bright natural light to soak the cabin walls, it truly feels magical.
On the second floor there is one bedroom with a king bed and a spacious storage area. Beside the bedroom is a large full bathroom with a tub for any relaxing, or spa nights you may have planned for your perfect getaway.
All three other beds are on the lower level, this includes; the master bedroom with a king size bed and ensuite, a second bedroom with a king size bed and an additional sleeping option is in our four season sunroom holding a futon. Down the hallway to get to the bedrooms downstairs you may notice warmth on your feet. The entire floor in the back of the house has heated tiling which makes the cabin even more comfortable and cozy. In the back of the house you’ll see there is plenty of storage space for food, items you may have brought with you, and the laundry units available for your use.
Outside you will see a deck with patio furniture that views the water, as well as our hot tub area! We have a lot of deer, and other wild life around the house, all we ask is that you will respect the house and wildlife as if they were your own.
At booking, you will receive a curated guide to our neighborhood from Bayshore Vacation Rentals!
Sleeping Arrangements:
Sunroom-1 Sleeper sofa
Master Bedroom-1 King bed
Upstairs bedroom-1 King bed
Bedroom 3-1 King bed
Guest Access:
The entire home.
The Neighborhood:
Sitting on a quiet and secluded setting along the Boardman River.
Getting Around:
You will need a vehicle to get around. The home is 11 miles from Downtown Traverse City.
Other Things to Note:
Things to note:
- This is a strictly non-smoking property, including all indoor and outdoor areas.
- The AC option is (2) window units and mini splits throughout the home
- Please no parties or events on the property!
Pet Policy:
Guests must inform us in advance or immediately after booking if they plan to bring a pet. A $100 non-refundable fee PER PET will apply, as well as a $500 refundable pet security deposit. We do not allow for any more than 2 pets per stay.
Check-In: Is at 4 pm
Check-Out: Is at 10 am
We hope you enjoy the house and natural setting as much as we do and make many cherished memories!
Enjoy true relaxation and peacefulness along the Boardman River!! Sit in our hot tub while listening to the tranquil river and watching the stars. Our single family home was built in 1955 along the quiet and peaceful setting of The Boardman River. The Boardman River starts in Kalkaska County and flows directly into the West Grand Traverse Bay. It's best known as one of the Top 10 Trout Streams in Michigan!
EB Twp Rental License 003000
The Space:
The house is located in a quiet, scenic and wildlife friendly location. There is plenty of acreage to hike, bird watch and explore! Still a short drive to the heart of Downtown Traverse City, you can have the best of both rural life and city life during your stay. If you are wanting a get away with the family, or a retreat with your closest friends this cabin is perfect for you.
As you come up the driveway you are immediately greeted by large trees and a view of the river along the house. Our home sits on a bend, allowing for the river to flow on either side of the home. Stepping inside the high ceiling and original log cabin walls will stun your eyes, they are so charming! Our uniquely styled house has a large fireplace with pudding stones and Petoskey stones set along each side. The living room is spacious and bright, with a great view of the forest and river and plenty of space for your friends and family to gather. The kitchen is straight ahead to your right as you walk in, fully equipped with anything you may need during your stay just behind the living room. Windows surround the house allowing bright natural light to soak the cabin walls, it truly feels magical.
On the second floor there is one bedroom with a king bed and a spacious storage area. Beside the bedroom is a large full bathroom with a tub for any relaxing, or spa nights you may have planned for your perfect getaway.
All three other beds are on the lower level, this includes; the master bedroom with a king size bed and ensuite, a second bedroom with a king size bed and an additional sleeping option is in our four season sunroom holding a futon. Down the hallway to get to the bedrooms downstairs you may notice warmth on your feet. The entire floor in the back of the house has heated tiling which makes the cabin even more comfortable and cozy. In the back of the house you’ll see there is plenty of storage space for food, items you may have brought with you, and the laundry units available for your use.
Outside you will see a deck with patio furniture that views the water, as well as our hot tub area! We have a lot of deer, and other wild life around the house, all we ask is that you will respect the house and wildlife as if they were your own.
At booking, you will receive a curated guide to our neighborhood from Bayshore Vacation Rentals!
Sleeping Arrangements:
Sunroom-1 Sleeper sofa
Master Bedroom-1 King bed
Upstairs bedroom-1 King bed
Bedroom 3-1 King bed
Guest Access:
The entire home.
The Neighborhood:
Sitting on a quiet and secluded setting along the Boardman River.
Getting Around:
You will need a vehicle to get around. The home is 11 miles from Downtown Traverse City.
Other Things to Note:
Things to note:
- This is a strictly non-smoking property, including all indoor and outdoor areas.
- The AC option is (2) window units and mini splits throughout the home
- Please no parties or events on the property!
Pet Policy:
Guests must inform us in advance or immediately after booking if they plan to bring a pet. A $100 non-refundable fee PER PET will apply, as well as a $500 refundable pet security deposit. We do not allow for any more than 2 pets per stay.
Check-In: Is at 4 pm
Check-Out: Is at 10 am
We hope you enjoy the house and natural setting as much as we do and make many cherished memories!
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Traverse City
Located in Traverse City, this holiday home 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.

Traverse City, MI
What's nearby
- Arbutus Lake - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Spider Lake - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
- Turtle Creek Stadium - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
- Centre Ice Arena - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
- Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 19.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Culver's - 13 min drive
- Burger King - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Samsara - 13 min drive
- Peegeo's - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Bayshore Vacation Rentals

What makes this property unique
Check-In: Is at 4pm (Early Check-in is not possible due to our cleaning crew needing to complete their work)
Check-Out: Is at 10am (We are unable to accommodate late check-out, our cleaning service will arrive at the house promptly at 10 AM.)
*Please note when booking you will incur the following charges under Required Fees: - Processing Fee: 3% - Cleaning Fee: $500
In addition, you will also be charged with a Security Deposit of $1500 fully refundable within 14 days of your stay, as long as no damages occur.
Check-Out: Is at 10am (We are unable to accommodate late check-out, our cleaning service will arrive at the house promptly at 10 AM.)
*Please note when booking you will incur the following charges under Required Fees: - Processing Fee: 3% - Cleaning Fee: $500
In addition, you will also be charged with a Security Deposit of $1500 fully refundable within 14 days of your stay, as long as no damages occur.
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