Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

Explore the area

South Boardman, MI

Fife Lake21 min drive
Traverse City Beach33 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)36 min drive
Front Street50 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1st floor bunks

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master in upstairs.

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Looking for a spot for a romantic getaway or a girl’s weekend? Need a family getaway? We’ve got just the place for you.

Campfires, sweatshirts, great views…..it’s what this area is all about. The Guest House is located on a quiet, no wake lake 20 miles East of Traverse City. The house is remodeled and up to date with a beautiful kitchen, deck, lake view, kayaks, a paddle boat and hammocks. When you stay at the Guest House you’re close to wineries, shopping, fabulous restaurants and outdoor activities. Or you can just relax and enjoy the lake, watch for birds, read or catch up on your sleep. While we have internet, we don’t have a t.v. You’ll probably be so engaged in other activities, you won’t notice, but bring your own device just in case. Also, in addition to the dining table, we have a small desk in the room with the bunks, in case you need a quiet space to make a work call. There is a park with a beach area, picnic tables and grills on the other side of the lake.
Please note sleeping accommodations.
1 queen bed, sleeps 2
1 set of bunk beds, sleeps 2
1 sofa, could sleep 1
1 portacrib, sleeps 1 small child, aged 0-2.
1 baby gate available
Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are installed.
Fire is allowed only in the fire pit.
We recommend that guests wear personal floatation devices when near or in the lake.
Weapons are not allowed at the Guest House.

Want to stay longer? We give a 15% discount on weekly reservations. It’s like getting a night free!

Everyone deserves a clean place to stay, and we have high standards when it comes to disinfecting and cleaning for your stay.

When you’re here, you’re within day trip distance of Traverse City, the Leelanau Península, Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Mackinac Bridge, Bellaire, Charlevoix, Boyne and more!
Twin Birch, Timber Wolf, and Grandview Golf Courses are close by.

Some of our favorite restaurants nearby are the Fife Lake Inn, Yankee Boy, and Trout Town. Groceries are available in Fife Lake or Kalkaska, and don’t miss the Cherry Street Market for veggies, deli items, baked goods and adorable garden additions.

There’s lots of shopping on Front Street in TC or visit the Grand Traverse Commons (formerly a hospital for the mentally ill). GTC even has night tours of the inner workings of the facility!

Harbor View Nursery and Lavender Farm is nearby and wineries and breweries abound. Our favorite is Amoritas Vinyards on the Leelanau Peninsula.

Check out Tall Ship Manitou for short cruises in the bay.

After your day’s excitement you can return to the peace of the Guest House.

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Property manager

Krystal

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

Water view

Great room to enjoy your friends and family in.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 2831624

About the area

South Boardman

Located in South Boardman, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Twin Birch Golf Course and Grandview Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sand Lakes Quiet Area and Fife Lake. Flintfields Horse Park and Centre Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

South Boardman, MI

What's nearby

Fife Lake - 21 min drive
Traverse City Beach - 33 min drive
Turtle Creek Casino - 38 min drive
Spider Lake - 39 min drive
Front Street - 50 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Yankee Boy Restaurant - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Fife Lake, Twin Birch Golf Course and Forest Lakes. Sand Lakes Quiet Area and Grandview Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie Z.

13 May 2024

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

Relaxing at it finest!

We were celebrating our 10th anniversary. The cabin was very comfortable and well stocked. It was the perfect place to relax, and the location was great for getting out for the day too! Definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Yardley, PA

26 September 2023

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

Beautiful and comforting house by Lake Perch

Highly responsive property manager. Every aspect of the rental was clean. Wonderful living space both inside and outside. Lake Perch is a gorgeous and clean spring fed lake that is peaceful.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

June D.

17 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Perch Lake stay

I do not think the property should be advertised as “comfortable “ for 4 adults. The downstairs bedroom is good for children but not for adults. I slept in the downstairs bedroom. I’m really sorry, the ladder broke. Two screws came out. I weigh less than 150 pounds. To sleep on the bottom is claustrophobic. That is my complaint. Otherwise the property is wonderful. I loved it there…very calming and all forms of using the lake are available. I believe you have a kitten living under your shed. She seemed needy. I’m not sure who is feeding her/him.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

14 August 2023

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

Perfect little cabin

Close to anything you need and a short drive to TC. 1 hour drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes was definitely worth it

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

7 August 2023

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

Peace and Quiet

Krystal and Steve are great hosts! The Guest House was nicely decorated, cozy, and had everything you could need or want. It is so nice that they include kayaks and a paddle boat. It is a beautiful setting on a small lake, and we spent a lot of time on the fantastic deck reading and just taking it all in. The kitchen was well stocked, and there was even a spice rack. We were very happy with our week at this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Krystal

We moved to Northern Michigan to a house we'd owned but only used as a vacation home during the pandemic. It's very small, so we decided to buy another house nearby to use when our friends and family come to visit. We're both retired. Steve worked in engineering in the auto industry, and Krystal was a teacher.

Why they chose this property

We love this little house with its' wood ceiling and A-frame construction. The views are superb and you can hear the birds all day long!

What makes this property unique

The benefits of staying at the Guest House are you're as close to activity as you want to be and as close to quiet seclusion as you want to be. Also, it makes us really happy when our guests tell us about the memories they made while staying there.