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Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br>

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Fireplace
Exterior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br>

Come rest, relax, and enjoy the sounds and sights of the Boardman River in our cozy, rustic 800 square foot cabin. Bedroom one has a queen size bed, while bedroom two offers a double bed and a twin bed. Cook meals in our efficient kitchen, or grill on the charcoal grill. Our large comfortable sofa beckons you to relax, read a book, watch birds at the feeder, or view kayakers as they paddle down the river. Free WiFi allows you to stream movies, or if you must, check emails or work remotely. Grab a book and hang in the hammock under the willow tree, and let the sound of the river gently lull you into a nap. Enjoy a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage on our deck overlooking the river. When evening comes, build a fire in the fire pit and make a few s'mores. If you're lucky, you may spot fireflies in late June or July. Deer, bunnies, birds, abound if you are quiet and observant.

When you are ready for activity, bring your own kayaks or tubes and go for a float. For a small fee, a neighbor will transport you and your vessels up or downstream. Traverse City offers many beautiful hiking trails and we are a 1/4 mile from the Boardman River Trail where you can and enjoy a hike along the river. We are eight miles from Downtown Traverse City where you can enjoy shopping, excellent restaurants, beaches, or wineries out the Old Mission Peninsula. Leelanau County is one of our favorite places to enjoy the beaches and go for hikes.

This cabin has been in our family for three generations and we have made many wonderful memories here over the years. While it is rustic, it is clean and updated with new mattresses, sheets, linens, towels, and a stove. We hope that you and your family or friends can relax, recharge, and make some special memories of your own. Parties, additional guests, and smoking and vaping is prohibited.

We will provide:
* Sheets
* Towels
* WiFi
* Hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash
* Paper towel, toilet paper, cleaning supplies
* Coffee, tea, sugar and filters
* A variety of boardgames, cards, books, yard games

You Bring:
* Beach Towels
* Firewood
* Charcoal
* Fun

Property manager

Amy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Note from host: Please provide your own pack and play.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 is also known as

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About the area

Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 10 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 10 min drive
  • Front Street - 14 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br>?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br> located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Turtle Creek Stadium and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan and Arbutus Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Charming Boardman Riverfront Cabin 2 Bedroom 1 bath<br><br> Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail L., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason s.

Liked: Cleanliness
No issues great experience
No issues great experience
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must-stay rental!
This river house is full of charm. Amy was so thoughtful, leaving helpful notes and a few tasty treats for us to enjoy. This is the first rental we've been in where all the furniture was truly comfortable, including the beds. The location is excellent and close to many different experiences. Do not be alarmed by the train track, we trusted the other reviews and only saw one engine go by, no whistles or vibrations. The burbling river and the weeping willow tree were magic! The air conditioning was excellent, and there are plenty of fans. Fully equipped kitchen and charcoal grill kit! Overall a perfect spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lori l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply amazing!
Relaxing and serene by the River. Little extra touches made our stay extra special. Enjoyed everything about our stay! Amy & Michael, Thanks for sharing your special place with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great long weekend
This cottage was very cute. Right next to the beautiful River. The house was clean and comfortable. Great location to Traverse City and the softball tournament that we were participating in. Everything was just how it looked in the pictures. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Fort Wayne, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing hidden gem
The cabin was such a great place to stay. Lose enough to Traverse City but secluded enough to be quiet and relaxing. The extra touches (wine, stuff for smores, and fresh flowers) were much appreciated. Amy was very responsive and helpful. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Nice accommodations and well stocked with everything you need for your stay. Location is perfect! Peaceful setting! We will return…..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia S., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
This is such a beautiful property. The river flowed over the rocks creating such a serene setting. It’s like a gentle sound machine while relaxing on the deck or by the fire pit. Even had kayakers float by. The only downfall was the traffic noise but you don’t notice with the sound of the river. Also, you do cross a railroad track to get to the property. We were afraid we would hear trains frequently but only saw it once (small 4 car moving at snail pace). Learned it only uses tracks 1-2 times/month, So don’t let the tracks concern you. I would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone traveling to TC area. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Riverfront cabin getaway
Loved your cozy cabin. Perfect central location. We were able to visit wineries, go for a hike and enjoy a cozy fire next to the river. Such a nice welcome when we arrived to a basket of treats and a bottle of wine. Hosts quickly responded when we needed help getting in. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boardman river slope erosion
Good stay/vacation. See comments in owners guest book. I can suggest a erosion repair method recommendation. Specialty contractor with 40 years exp Cell 3307151898 for suggestion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, wonderful cabin and great location!!!
Within thirty minutes upon entering this very charming, rustic cabin we said to each other, "oh, we're coming back here!" There are so many things to love about this place: --the central location just south of Traverse City and within easy reach of Sleeping Bear Dunes and other sites --the soothing, babbling river that runs along the property --the big, inviting fire pit in the backyard --the super comfortable patio furniture --the gorgeous, huge trees that ring the property --the urban hiking trails just down the road --the spacious living room and well-stocked kitchen --the very comfortable beds We just felt completely at home. It's very secluded--no house or people in sight, but we felt completely safe, too. It's just off a fairly well-used road (mostly during the day, so it was quiet in the evenings and at night). Although there are train tracks close to the house, there was only one very short train that rolled by in four days. Amy was wonderful to work with! She answered all our questions very quickly. She even left us a thoughtful present to celebrate a special occasion. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Wonderful cottage in a convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect welcome and stay!
From the second you walk into this cabin you feel welcomed to the city! There were flowers to great us, a treat from the area and a book full of ideas to do while here. Numerous birds, squirrels and bunny’s to watch around the river and a patio to enjoy it on! Everything we needed in the kitchen was available, tons of games to play and a big table to play then on. Close to town but not the noise of the city. The hosts were terrific to work with too. A great choice for families or couples!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Farther’s Day Mini Vacation
A very nice location and with the cottage set on the river’s edge. Lots of open space, well stocked supplies and very comfortable. Did not like the internet tv…..not user friendly and could not receive local news or events. We really enjoyed our overall stay and plan on doing it again in the near future. Thanks for a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and cozy
We loved it and the communication with the owners was top notch!! We definitely plan on going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee W., USA!

Liked: Cleanliness
A Delight on the River
I loved my stay at this cabin. It is rustic yet updated, it is also a work in progress with more planned updates coming. The owners are local and are amazing--kind, attentive, aware. The water rushing by makes it an exciting place to be. It is freshly painted red with a big hearth because it is a well loved for a longtime respite with a big heart energy to it. I slept so great here. I wouldnt recommend this space for a group, its really for a couple, solo, or with 2 or 3 children. The shower is very strong for a well. The daily wildlife is wonderful , the location to town and to trails is awesome. Trailheads at both ends of street, one is a 3 minute drive away. It is just over the train tracks but only 2 trains passed in my extended stay. Its fun to see the kayakers passing, its heaven to sit on the deck or next to the water. The heaters work great. The fire pit is a score and its a great yard overall. This is such a charming place, and I would return in a minute. :) Thx again!!! <3 <3 <3
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
I can't say enough good things about the location as well as Amy. She was friendly and responded quickly and she was kind enough to give us suggestions of locations and events worth visiting. She also gave a few tidbits about the history of the property which was so fun to know. The view of the river is beautiful from the porch/backyard but also from the living room. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
The River front home was absolutely amazing!! The place was so clean and we loved hearing the River. The property is beautiful and so peaceful. It was the best stay! We would love to come back. The best family vacation we could’ve asked for. The informational binder was a wonder to have when we didn’t know what winery to try out or where to eat for dinner. The host was so easy to contact. We truly couldn’t have loved our stay more!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin
The cabin was clean and well stocked. We appreciated the goodies of ice cream and s’mores, finding them felt like finding a fun treasure. The family room was spacious and the deck was amazing. The location was perfect, we easily traveled from Crystal Lake to Sutton’s Bay. The only downside was a day and a half of rain!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay on the River
My family and I had such a relaxing time at the river house! It was so calming listening to the river flow by all day. The bird feeder added extra entertainment too! The house was was cozy and rustic with enough modern updates to make the stay perfect. It was also equipped with everything we needed to make our stay great. Kitchen supplies and games! We enjoyed walking the river and watching kayakers go by! Amy was an amazing host who replied to ALL my questions quickly and with thoughtful answers. She was a great host and we made the most from the week we were able to spend there! Also conveniently located. I was surprised how close we were to shops. I walked to the trail daily. And so close to downtown TC! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A literal "Hidden Gem"
This cozy river house can not be seen from the road. It has everything one needs and more. The house is great and the outside property is amazing. The sounds of the river and chirping birds at the feeder, foster relaxation and tranquility. There is plenty of vista seating on the deck, around the fire pit or relaxing in the hammock. It was the best base camp for our getaway. Close to Traverse City, and also easy day trips to the Sleeping Bear dunes, wineries and more. We highly recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 star and than some
Great and the best hostest
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie B., Portage, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy getaway close to downtown!
We loved our stay at this property. It offers an excellent balance between a “cabin in the woods” feel and accessibility to downtown/wineries. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve E., Milford

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage and Amazing Hosts.
This is a must stay at location when visiting Traverse City. Well appointed home with all the little details covered for a vrbo. Lovely backyard with a hammock, picnic table chairs and firepit. All of this right on the boardman river. 5 minutes to chums corner, 10 minutes to downtown, 20 to east bay boat launch. We'll definitely be looking to stay there again next year when we do our fall fishing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., Dowagiac, Mich

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Quaint and comfortable. The river flows and winds thru this scenic property. Hosts were great! Centrally located to walking trails, great restaurants and wineries. If your looking for solitude you'll certainly enjoy this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021