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Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river

East Bay Township Short Term Rental License Number: EBT-STR003162
Please note: we welcome you to bring up to two (2) dogs. Please understand we do charge a fee of $75 for up to two dogs for the duration of your stay.
Welcome to River Life Paradise! We welcome you to our 2 bedroom, 1 bath with fully equipped kitchen cottage located 50 feet from the bank of the beautiful Boardman River with a private patio, relaxing outdoor year round hot tub, and yard on 18 acres of private property and more than 2600 feet of riverfront. The cottage can accommodate 6 people. The Boardman offers tubing, kayaking, and canoeing (we can provide equipment if needed). The river is also a Blue Ribbon trout stream and the fishing is second to none. The water is crystal clear. We also have a hiking trail that guides you along the many natural features of the property. 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. Minutes away is the Brown Bridge Quiet area with many hiking trails and beautiful views, also, Ranch Rudolph has horse back riding, dining, and snowmobile rentals! There are trails right out the cottage door to explore. This is a BLUE RIBBON Trout stream offering an abundant amount of Brown trout, and Brook trout with some of the best fishing right in front of the cottage! We look forward to seeing you. Book your vacation soon as we fill up quickly.

*2 Bedrooms and sofa

*Open floor plan

*Full Kitchen

*Large patio overlooking the Boardman River

*Laundry room-washing machine/Dryer

Amenities

*Hot Tub

*Dishwasher

*Central Air

*Wireless Internet

*Heat

*Complete Kitchen

*Bonfire Pit, Open Pit BBQ*

*Picnic Table

*Internet TV (Hulu, Amazon, Netflix)


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, Brooktrout, 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

Languages

English, French, Polish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking inside any buidling will result in removal

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 890 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please email or call owner to discuss your pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids have a blast here!!

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please contact prior to booking!!
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
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
Property Registration Number 2021-0011

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Boardman River Cottage 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Steps Away Banks River
Boardman River Cottage 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Steps Away Banks River
Boardman River 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Steps Away Banks River

About the neighborhood

Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Arbutus Lake - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Spider Lake - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Front Street - 19 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 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 - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Forest Lakes and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake and Rennie Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Boardman River Cottage, 2 bedroom 1 Bath steps away from the banks of the river Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 213 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Highly recommend! Great location, great house and great management. Perfect spot for a weekend recharge!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

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

Christmas getaway

Cottage was peaceful and cozy! Really enjoyed the river view and hot tub! John was easy to get a hold of and a wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

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

Beautiful Site

Being right on the Boardman River, this is a great spot to catch your breath and enjoy the peace and quiet. The house is well-appointed and clean, and the hosts are great. Looking forward to staying again and going after some trout.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

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

Family loved it

Great few days away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vette S.

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

Annual Family Gathering

Simply wonderful cabin in the woods!!! We love this property!!! Hot tub is our favorite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neva A.

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

Loved our stay

Pretty awesome property. Everything was immaculate and we all, including our dogs, enjoyed our time here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steve P.

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

Betsy bliss

Spent a weekend with my wife. Place was clean and well maintained. Quiet peaceful setting on the river
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor Davis W.

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

Nice get away

We had a great time. Host was easy to contact and very responsive. the place has everything you could need!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie M.

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

Amazing Anniversary Getaway

This is our very 1st time with VRBO and at this property and we couldn’t be more pleased. It was an absolutely amazing time. Everything we could possibly need was available and pristine! This rental will be saved for future use and hopefully there will be a spot for us in the summer 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Up North Bliss

We loved our stay at your home it was perfectly clean most importantly, the beds were wonderful, and the fenced backyard, river, fire pit and hottub were so much fun. I loved driving into the complex following the lights in the trees it was magical. Can't wait to come back in the warmer weather to explore some more!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon Y.

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

Hope to come back!

We enjoyed our stay at the River Cottage. Very relaxing and the Hot Tub was great! Clean and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Relaxing with great location

Wonderful relaxing property in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Peaceful cottage out from Traverse City

Very peaceful right in the river. Host was great communicator!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

Cozy and relaxing

Thank you for the hospitality! We really enjoyed unplugging and relaxing. Morning coffee by the river and evenings in the hot tub and by the fire. Grateful for the dinner recommendation for the Boathouse. The views and food were spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Catherine D.

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

Perfect place.

My boyfriend and I decided to bring our dog with us on a vacation. We knew a small place would be best. River Cottage was perfect. Right on the river. Hot tub was amazing. Our dog Copper really enjoyed the stay as well! We definitely want to come back to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

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

Great place to celebrate a birthday!

Loved the river and enjoyed a cold dip! All the details were thought out, great place to stay and close to downtown!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Wonderful weekend

Very clean, well organized, and beautiful location on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry F.

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

Great stay

I had a wonderful time with my partner and service dog. It’s beautiful and cozy and I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy U.

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

Great clean relaxing spot

This was a super clean and relaxing spot for us and a fenced yard for our dog too. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

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

Great place to stay with family

My family and I enjoyed our stay. There were plently of indoor and outdoor activites. The river was beautiful and my boys enjoyed fishing. The hot tub was amazing! Would higy recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

A+ in cherry country

Great location on River and well kept place with accurately described amenities and very helpful property owner. Highly recommended for a great Michigan getaway! We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Weekend get away

Beautiful, peaceful on the river location. Our dogs had a blast in the river. Owners/ property manager very nice people. Kayaking was fun too! We hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Mother daughters girls weekend

Our stay was fabulous. We loved the hot tub - perfect for our evenings. The river was beautiful- the current was pretty strong so Nelli couldn’t swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Great, cozy spot near Traverse City

Great little spot near everything, yet quiet & perfectly remote. Would definitely stay again!! Love the property, the river, & the ambiance…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha E.

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

SERENE

We had a great stay. Hot tub was amazing, river view is awesome and a short drive to traverse City. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024