A private riverfront cabin in the woods. Includes a hot tub and a Smart TV.

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Stunning river views from living room & kitchen - Stunning river views from living room & kitchen

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9.4

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Water view

Explore the area

Traverse City, Michigan

Spider Lake12 min drive
Turtle Creek Stadium14 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)16 min drive
Traverse City Beach19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Bed

Other Space 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Three-night minimum in prime summer.

This charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom cabin on the Boardman River welcomes up to four guests and is open year-round. The stunning location on the river will simply take your breath away.

Walk into a main room with spectacular views from the entire living area! The living room has a wood-burning fireplace and smart TV. The small loft that is accessible by a ladder is located above the living room (best for older kids/young adults) and has a twin bed. There is a futon in the living area as well.

Outdoors, enjoy the spacious deck with a great view of the river. Hop in one of the three kayaks provided for you and find where the river goes! If you're feeling like warmer water, take a dip in the hot tub located on the deck.

There is a canoe/kayak portage just minutes down the road or launch from the property on a slower part of the river. The house is located just 11 miles from downtown Traverse City and 14 miles from the Interlochen Center for the Arts.

Pets allowed. (Maximum two pets.)

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 4.

Short-term rental license -STR2019-0071

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Loft: twin bed || Shared space: sofa bed

OUTDOORS: Hot tub, charcoal grill, grassy yard, deck, outdoor dining table & chairs, kayaks (3)

INDOORS: WIFI, smart TV, board games, wood-burning fireplace

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, no A/C

MISC: loft accessed via a ladder

PARKING: space for up to 2 vehicles

-- POLICIES --

- Pet allowed with a non-refundable fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Cancellation: Reservations canceled at least 30 days before arrival will receive a full refund. Reservations canceled between 14 and 30 days before arrival will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival.

Property manager

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 Grand Traverse Bay. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Traverse City, Michigan

What's nearby

Spider Lake - 12 min drive
Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive
Traverse City Beach - 19 min drive
Traverse City State Park - 19 min drive
Front Street - 20 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
‪Peegeo's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A private riverfront cabin in the woods. Includes a hot tub and a Smart TV. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A private riverfront cabin in the woods. Includes a hot tub and a Smart TV.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is A private riverfront cabin in the woods. Includes a hot tub and a Smart TV. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Forest Lakes and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake and Rennie Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

4 June 2024

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

Anniversary getaway!

The cabin was lovely. We took this trip for our 10th anniversary and loved every minute of it. Close to everything yet far enough away to truly relax. We loved our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Bobbie H.

17 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Celebration of our bdays

1st night couldn't use the hot tub had to call someone out to fix..showed up at 4:30 the next day..also we were promised patio furniture on Tuesday..never came so we had to sit inside when the sun was out the strongest..in my 60's can't handle the sun very much anymore..very disappointed

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

12 Apr 2024

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

Anniversary Vacation

Property was gorgeous. Loved the views of the river while drinking my coffee on the deck or hanging out in the hot tub. Close to downtown traverse but also quiet and very private. Kitchen was well stocked. Furniture and beds were comfortable. Only complaints would be that the property was a little dusty and there was a lot of dog hair on the futon and blankets. Also, air did not work well when it got very humid one day. This was minor though. Would definitely stay here again

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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8/10 Good

Cassie G.

9 Apr 2024

Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location, setting, and relaxing views was amazing, I think we might have been one of the first of the season though because the water had a very rotten egg smell and we could not shower because the hot water was very rancid smelling. but the cabin was clean, well stocked for supplies and was so very cozy and welcoming.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Nik M.

16 Nov 2023

I Want To Keep This Place As Our Little Secret

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing rental! Probably the best location that we have found in Michigan, so much so that we started looking for riverfront property as soon as we got home so that we could have a place like this to escape to whenever we wanted - but so far, this place has been one of a kind! It's not a big place, but it was cozy and more than accommodating for the two of us to feel right at home. The kitchen was well-appointed, and the bed was comfortable. The only thing that we had trouble with when we arrived after sunset was finding the light switches, but it makes for a fun game to find what they are hidden behind (in the daylight). The pairing of the hot tub and the river was perfect, and what's more, being able to bring our pups along for this adventure was a wonderful addition.

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

8 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful Spot

Relaxing in the hot tub by the river was just what we needed! Beautiful location!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

3 Oct 2023

Idyllic spot to unwind and relax

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We just completed our second stay and can’t say enough about how lovely this location is, how comfortable and relaxing. It’s a perfect combination of modern convenience and old charm on a wonderful spot. There is no beating sitting on the porch, taking in the woods and Boardman River flowing by within a few feet of you.

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

1 Sept 2023

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

Relaxation

We absolutely loved this low key cabin that allowed us to just stop and relax The river is beautiful. The hottub was perfect. We realized after booking that there was no a/c… (my fault for not reading). However, the bedroom was set up with a fan in the window so it was perfectly chilled while sleeping which is what we love! Hope to visit again next year!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci Q.

7 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful and peaceful setting

The setting for this property is absolutely beautiful. The Boardman river is only a few feet from the front porch, and the home is surrounded by majestic pines. In short, the property is exactly as represented in the pictures on the listing. My husband and I stayed two weeks (with our dogs) while our daughter was in camp in the area, and we found the property to be perfect for our needs. We had to work part of the time, and the peaceful setting contributed to our ability to focus. The internet was dependable and allowed us to conduct meetings and work online without a problem. The property was extremely clean. If we did have a question or concern, the property managers were exceptionally quick to help. As represented in the listing, the property does not have air conditioning - I would recommend renters bring a fan or two (two fans are provided) in the summer. Also, the entrance to the property is a little tricky to find - though once you do it is not a problem to locate again. The property is also off a sometimes busy road (the property is well back from the road, so traffic noise is not an issue), so you do need to be mindful of fast drivers when entering and exiting the property. Overall, the property was cozy, beautiful, and close to activities and good restaurants (in both Traverse City and Kingsley). We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

22 May 2023

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

Beautiful and tranquil

First thing you will notice is the sound of a creek less than 20 feet from the house, so calming. Hottub has an amazing view of this as well. Cabin has everything you will need. Main bed was comfy, shower had plenty of hot water, all the kitchen items. Grill is in the shed, along with more fire wood. house key opens it (didnt realize this until the last night there). House water has sulfur smell, must be a local thing. We didnt mind, you kind of get use to it. While all the dishes were available that you would need, i would recommend washing any of them before you use them (good idea anyways when u stay at someone else's house). We would stay here again in a heartbeat. We loved it.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

12 May 2023

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

Cute and adorable

It’s quiet and peaceful. Well water has a little smell but what else you expect in the middle of the woods lol. Loved it probably go back

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

17 Apr 2023

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

Weekend getaway

Peaceful and secluded

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

31 Mar 2023

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

Beautiful and peaceful

We had a lovely time at this rental. Communication was great with property manager, cabin was clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated, and the hot tub was a huge plus for a wintery weekend! We actually saw a lynx wander through the yard one evening! Only tips would be to bring your own wood for the wood stove, (helped keep the cabin extra cozy and warm), and that the assent/descent from the road to driveway is quite steep. With some snow and slippery conditions we might not have made it up the driveway to the road without all wheel or four wheel drive.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

7 Dec 2022

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

Great Propoerty

Cabin is a bit small, but cozy for couples or small family

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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10/10 Excellent

John R.

7 Dec 2022

Great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was AWSOME !!!!!!! The place is great this was our second time staying there .

10/10 Excellent

William T.

18 Nov 2022

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

Great cabin on a beautiful stretch of river!

Great Cabin on a quiet stretch of river.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

17 Nov 2022

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

Very Blissfull

Just what we needed. Peaceful and relaxing. Beautiful surroundings. Close to everything Traverse City area has to offer.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefan F.

3 Nov 2022

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

Perfect getaway

This cabin and the location are a real gem. The cabin is equipped with everything needed, some items could be updated but no issues at all. The hot tub is a real plus, special at this temperatures. Looking at the map i was a bit worried about the distance to the neighbors but you are truly by yourself. There was an issue with the main door (didn't shut to close) but the property manager reacted promptly. Also, there was an incident with one of the deck steps (rotten wood) which luckily didn't caused injuries but i think it'll be taken care of as well. Please note that there will be a charge for your furry friends, which is common but wasn't communicated properly in the beginning. All in all we loved the place and would come back anytime.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

30 Oct 2022

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

Great time relaxing near the river

The hot tub was amazing, the cabin was beautiful so many windows to maximize the beauty of the property. The fully stocked kitchen made it a breeze to cook and stay away from it all!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

17 Oct 2022

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

Gorgeous

Perfect escape, gorgeous and peaceful but also not very far from Traverse city. I cannot wait to go back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelli J.

30 Sept 2022

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

Exceeded my expectations!

Eclectic artwork, comfy throw blankets, river right outside your deck...I tried to convince my husband to book an additional night it was so relaxing. Loved this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

26 Sept 2022

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

Short get away

Had a good stay, we enjoyed the hot tub. Husband was sad he didn’t catch any fish or even see any fish in the river. He did lots of fishing trying though. We liked how close it was to Traverse City to visit wineries.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

24 Sept 2022

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

Really Cool

This is the best laid out cabin given the square footage. The view of the river is second to none. If you enjoy being on a river, this place is just awesome. We did fly fish all of the frontage plus and got blanked all 3 days. Which was surprising given the very "trouty" water. The current is surprisingly quick. Recommend using a walking pole if you plan on jumping in. The cabin was very nice and everything seemed fairly new and well taken care of.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

19 Sept 2022

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

Great cabin

Right on a beautiful river with rainbow trout. Great location, private and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

16 Sept 2022

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

Private Riverside Getaway

This perfectly cute cabin was all my husband and I needed for the perfect honeymoon getaway! The river is literally in the backyard with the deck right beside it, making it the perfect morning to wake to and drink coffee by. The hot tub was the cherry on top! We will definitely be making a trip back here next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022