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Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River

Find peace at this riverfront retreat surrounded by nature's beauty, where you can unwind with off-roading adventures nearby.

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River

Enjoy rural Traverse City's outdoor haven with this riverfront non-smoking home situated directly on the Boardman River just 15-20 minutes south of downtown Traverse City. Hop in the river and kayak or float the spring-fed Boardman River! This home is only minutes away from off-roading in Chums Corner and is a short drive to winery trails up the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas. Visit Traverse City's bustling downtown area that is home to many restaurants, charter boat companies, and TART trails. Take a drive northwest to visit Sleeping Bear Dunes for a day. This home is far enough away from the city to enjoy peace and quiet at the fire pit right next to the river or lounge on the new 600 square foot back porch, but plenty close enough to enjoy what Traverse City has to offer! Home is equipped with central heating and air conditioning! This property is about 45 minutes away from Crystal Mountain, one hour away from Caberfae Peaks, and 1.5 hours away from Boyne Mountain. For snowmobilers, this home offers a close place to stay being only 5-10 minutes away from Mayfield's snowmobile trailhead! Outfitted with central heating and air conditioning. This home is not wheelchair accessible - there are stairs to the entry door and narrow halls and doors inside, as well as stairs to the second floor. NO PETS ALLOWED. NO SMOKING ALLOWED. THERE WILL BE A $500.00 ADDITIONAL CHARGE IF PETS COME TO PROPERTY.

Property manager

Heather

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Cottage Boardman River House Traverse City
Waterfront Cottage Boardman River House
Waterfront Cottage Boardman River Traverse City
Waterfront Cottage Boardman River
Waterfront Boardman River
Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River Traverse City
Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 12 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 16 min drive
  • Spider Lake - 17 min drive
  • Front Street - 19 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Samsara - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Forest Lakes, Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve, and Turtle Creek Stadium. Arbutus Lake and Centre Ice Arena are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Waterfront Cottage on the Boardman River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location!
We loved this location! Close to everything and the host was quick to respond and so helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing oasis
Loved the outdoor space right by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
We enjoyed out stay. Loved the location along the river, really nice, large deck and well equipped home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

christina s., Flat Rock mi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family memories!
So many great memories made. Our third year staying, looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay on the river!
We loved staying at this property! It was extremely clean and Heather and Allison were so attentive and kind. I look forward to staying here again. Location was great and the house was so comfortable. HIGHLY recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations near Traverse City!
Stayed for a long weekend with my family. The space was clean and well appointed, check in was easy, and the hosts made sure we were all set for our stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Together
The property was idyllic. We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed celebrating with our family. Everything we need was provided and had great communication with Allison, the property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway to Traverse City.
We really enjoyed this location for a peaceful home base to explore the Traverse City area. We had a great time hanging out by the fire pit in the evenings. The host made sure that we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family stay in Traverse City!
Family of 5 adults enjoyed a lovely stay at this VRBO! The home is impeccable, very well appointed and updated. The back deck is a lovely entertainment area. The kitchen is well stocked and updated. The living area has a great array of games and books. Would definitely return if in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family time away
Our family just loved this home. We had a wonderful time relaxing and just unwinding. Your home is a lovely and the property with the river behind it is peaceful and tranquil. Our family enjoyed our stay....thank you for being a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with everything you need!
We absolutely loved our stay for a girl’s weekend at this beautiful home. Every detail was taken into account, communication was top-notch, impeccably clean, and included everything guests may need down to chip clips and sound machines! The private yard and outdoor area, including the fire pit and large deck with lights and flowers, made it so inviting! Would definitely stay there again and recommend to anyone looking to explore the Traverse City area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H., Brighton, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waterfront cottage on Boardmen river
We spent a long Father’s Day weekend at this very clean and well stocked riverfront cottage. The beds were really comfortable and the large deck was great place to hang out near the river. The house is minutes from “Wheels on rails” which just opened this year. Allison the property manager was helpful and nice. We’ll definitely try and stay here again when in the Traverse city area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property!
This place was awesome! Literally comes with anything you need! A welcome basket greeted us with glasses (to keep) and a bottle of wine. The layout was great for privacy to all. We loved the bonfire pit by the river. The large deck was perfect for our family to hang outside. Lots of yard games to use. I’ve used VRBO for years and this home was one of my favorites!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hub for Traverse City family vacation
This is a very well-managed home in a location that was even better than we expected. It had everything we needed, plus many niceties like board games, yard games, and bluetooth speaker. We were also surprised with a gift basket upon arrival including wine and custom glasses. Kayaking down the river was a ton of fun - it's about 1 hour to the next outlet which was just perfect. Pretty much everywhere we wanted to go in TC was just a short drive. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jean H., Holland.MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
26.2 Memorial weekend
Communication with owner excellent. Clean and nicely furnished. Standing ground water=mucky, muddy lawn at this time of the year. Yard with fire pit next to River delightful. Enjoyable for all, kayaking, fishing and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home on the river
I stayed here with my husband and 2 other couples for a long weekend getaway. The house is newly remodeled and aesthetically pleasing. We enjoyed sitting by the tranquil river, chatting around a bonfire, made dinner on the grill, and played board games in the comfy living room. The host made everything SOOO easy - to check in, check out, and if we needed anything in between. It was a short drive to downtown TC, Old Mission Lighthouse, and Torch Lake. We all agreed we’d love to stay at this Vrbo again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moreen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Birthday Celebration Weekend
This was the perfect place for our girls’ weekend to celebrate our 60th birthdays. The house was super clean and had everything we could possibly need. Allison called me the morning of check-in day to see if we had any questions before arrival. She also checked in a couple of times over the weekend to make sure everything was okay. We all agreed that we would go back in a heartbeat. In fact, we were all wishing we could stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Property Owner & Manager Around!
We traveled to Traverse City for a Bachelorette party and this house was perfect for our group! The property is right on the river and has an amazing, tranquil ambiance. The hosts have thought of everything you could possibly need and have the house completely stocked! Both Allison and Heather were so sweet and accommodating, and made our group feel special! They let us check in early to decorate the house, and Allison went out of her way to pick us up firewood on the first day. Have a plan for Ubers or how you will drive into the city if you have restaurants/other plans scheduled downtown. It was a great stay and I would highly, highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ela H., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway weekend
Wow!!! beautiful home nestled in a picture perfect serene location. Allison is a wonderful gracious host! The home is in a most beautiful quiet place on the river with a wonderful deck to enjoy the outdoor. The home is so beautiful, clean and welcoming. Kitchen had anything we needed for our meals. Allison even provided us with all the ingredients to make smores, yummy. There are many games (indoor and outdoor games), books and movies. The beds are so comfortable and the beddings nice, clean and soft. Allison is super nice and so easy to communicate with. Everything about our long weekend was amazing. We Will definitely highly recommend and will plan to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C., Oak Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet and comfy river house--LOVED it!
I booked this house for my 50th birthday celebration with friends after seeing the great photos and stellar reviews. The property manager checked in ahead of our check-in time and I mentioned it was my birthday...and when we arrived we found a cake and balloons! Everything was adorable, nice quality, clean. The kitchen was well-equipped with essentials, snacks, and kitchen tools. Gorgeous (huge) backyard and the prettiest brand-new wraparound deck with brand-new gorgeous deck furniture. The campfire area was fun and beautiful. Location felt remote while being only 5 miles from a major supermarket. I would definitely recommend this house for a group of adults looking for a getaway! Well-maintained and a perfect place to gather in comfort and style. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever! We did not want to leave!
From start to finish, our stay was incredible! Allison reached out to us before we came to let us know what to expect, asked if we wanted her to pick up firewood and drop it off (she did that for us before we arrived!), and made herself available. We arrived to an immaculate home; it was so clean, spacious, bright and welcoming! Loved the picture frames throughout the house explaining how to work appliances, blinds… the huge yard ended with an amazing fire pit right on the river. House was totally equipped with all the kitchen stuff we could ever want, games, books, and even soap and shampoo. There was plenty to do in Traverse City as well as surrounding towns that were all easy to get to. Six of us (all good friends) had such an amazing time and we did not want to leave! We can’t wait to visit again and will definitely stay here next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well Equipped & would stay again
This home is by far the most well equipped rental we’ve had in vacation rentals. All we really had to bring is food, clothes, and our preferred recreational gear for fun. Alison and Heather are great hosts and were quick to respond to any questions or issues we had. The property was well maintained on a beautiful setting along the river. There was a bookshelf full of games, books, and some movies (plus Netflix) for in house entertainment, but we didn’t use it much because we wanted to be outside. The back deck is fantastic. They had plenty of yard games too. To set expectations for the serious river recreation enthusiasts, please note that the river is swift moving at the house and just upstream from a public access site. It was a little tougher to get in and out of the river at the house, but the public access site (in short walking distance) was easier for all to use. It was a popular spot for kayakers to go in or out. For the trout fishermen, it was a more difficult place to fish but there are other locations within a short drive that we had success with (caught 3 species). If you want more options check out the railroad trestle 3 miles down River Road (respect private property) or the trail systems down stream. Just do your river research early to make the most of your trip. Traverse City is a fantastic vacation region with tons of places to eat, hike, fish, or whatever other recreational fun. We would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An AWESOME place!
My family, which included me and my wife, our two adult sons and daughter-in-law and two grandchildren, had such a great time together and this home was the perfect place for all of us to hang out together for the long weekend! We cannot say enough good about our stay at this home on the Boardman River!! Heather and Allison were prompt, thorough, and friendly with all of their communications. This house had everything, with ample amenities, and then some! The location was perfect for day trips but we also had plenty to do and enjoy at the house and on the property! We will definitely stay there again the next time we plan a trip to Traverse City!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making memories
Absolutely wonderful! Became a family getaway four times now, making memories. Great communication with manager! Fully stocked, very clean, great location!!! Can’t ask for better.!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house!
Beautiful house just 20 minutes from Traverse City. Very clean, kitchen well stocked, everything labeled and clear directions. New patio and fire pit were a 10. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024