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Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61849 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Twin Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located within a mile (2 km) of Twin Lake, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Forest Lakes. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lake - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Forest Lakes - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Twin Lakes - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • South Branch Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Spider Lake - 12 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪peegeos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dr. Jekyll's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪budd lake bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

Shadowland River Lodge is located approx. 12 miles South East of downtown Traverse City. It is nestled on 33 acres of private land with 650 feet of frontage along the Boardman River. The original log home structure was built in 1929 and in later years added on to including a kitchen, dining area, full bathroom, walk-in closet, utility room, and a riverside main bedroom.

Shadowland River Lodge currently sleeps up to 6 guests with a queen bed in the one “ conventional “ bedroom with direct river views. (red bedspread) A set of “twin” size bunk beds are in the main room (red checkered) of the cabin structure along with a “double” size futon. (Cream w/ multi-color stripes)

The property has become a retreat for those looking to be a little off the beaten path of the busy hustle and bustle of Traverse City. Step back in time and enjoy the privacy and sense of nature that envelops this log home along the Boardman River. Also enjoy endless amounts of free firewood for use inside and out!

We are dog friendly - this means all dogs! (Sorry, we only allow dogs, no cats, etc.) There is no size limit. We love to have guests experience Shadowland River Lodge with their K9 family members! We see no need to charge a pet fee, so there isn’t one!
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Null
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,849 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Shadowland River Lodge in Traverse City
Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River
Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River Pet Friendly

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Traverse City within a short 15-minute walk of Twin Lake. You'll also find Forest Lakes and Sand Lakes Quiet Area within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cabin include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 12.7 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

Yes, every cabin at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were wonderful and the cabin was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic charm but updated! Great location on the river. Enjoyed morning coffee at the fire pit and watching the pups play in the river. Hosts are wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a special place this is- truly a retreat! Our family of four (including two little ones) had a great time playing in the river, finding pinecones and frogs, and enjoying the beautiful setting. The cabin was immaculate and well appointed for a young family.Nicole and Jason are exceptional hosts. It is obvious that they love this place and take pride and joy in sharing with others. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Boardman river. Jason and Nicole were very helpful with check-in! Campfires and fishing and enjoying the outdoors was enjoyed by all. See you next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay at Shadowland. Its a beautiful and wonderful property to relax with everything you need. Thank you to the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed at Shadowland River Lodge for a babymoon and it was the perfect getaway. Jason and Nicole are wonderful hosts. They greet you at the beginning of your stay to show you around the property and the lodge, which is fantastic. The property is in the perfect spot, far enough from town you can disconnect but close enough to enjoy all Traverse City has to offer. We will be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at Shadowland!! Check in with Jason and Nicole was a great start to our stay!! We loved chatting and learning the history of the beautiful home! The home was very well stocked with everything we could have possibly needed!! The weather was a bit to be desired, but we took the opportunity to play games and enjoy the fireplace!! We would love to stay at Shadowland again some day!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are repeat visitors and each experience we have is excellent! The hosts are wonderful and top notch in their communication and responsiveness. The property is so beautiful, nestled on the Boardman River, and the cabin is the jewel with its vintage charm and comfortable coziness! Loved every minute!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and will certainly not be our last. We love everything about this beautiful property. Could not have been better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying at Shadowland and it did not disappoint. It’s a very special place and I hope we get a chance to go back. Jason and Nicole met us there and walked us through the property which was a nice touch. Wonderful people! The property was better than expected. Everything was very clean and they really had everything you would need and more. The only challenging part was the one bathroom. With a family of five it was little challenging at times having only one toilet. Overall it was a great time at shadowland. We definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were extremely helpful.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and cozy comfortable home. Hosts are top notch and go above and beyond to ensure we enjoy our getaway vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are truly grateful to Jason and Nicole for their incredible hospitality. From the moment we arrived, they welcomed us warmly, gave us a tour, and made us instantly comfortable. The cabin was perfectly stocked with everything we could need, and its secluded location by the beautiful river created the ideal setting for our anniversary. Their thoughtful gesture of providing a bottle of wine with chilled glasses went above and beyond. Evenings by the fire pit with s’mores were magical, and relaxing in the hot tub under the cool night air added the perfect finishing touch. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable. Debra & Rick
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host were great. We appreciated meeting the host him showing us everything. All the amenities were great. We loved the privacy and peacefulness of the place. The property was awesome our dog loved every bit of it. Love to come back in the early fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was amazing. We enjoyed our stay with family. And took advantage of the hot tub and lots of fly fishing. The hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, very attentive and gracious host! Supplied EVERYTHING you could possibly need. Beautiful grounds and location. 100%will be back. Best cabin experience we have ever had.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful place to escape and recharge! Fishing, reading, nature watching, board games, fire pits, BBQ's, wood chopping, awe throwing....this place has got it all!
Wonderful location next to a stream!
Making new friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for getaway

Everything was very clean and well maintained.Cabin was even better in person. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family vacation

We had an amazing time here on family vacation! Very clean, spacious cabin close to traverse city.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cozy cabin.

Great place to stay, quite, clean with a lot to do. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, we loved our stay at Shadowland River Lodge. We had a wonderfully snowy weekend made cozy by the fire reading and playing games while looking out at the beautiful river views and relaxing in the hot tub after cross country skiing nearby. Well appointed cabin with a private setting and so much charm! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prefect getaway place

You can’t ask for a better quiet getaway location or a better host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We greatly enjoyed our time at Shadowland! The pet-friendly policy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property and cabin were everything we wanted and expected, the host were great people and gave us lots of good information at the beginning of our stay! The cabin was stocked full with just about everything you would need. We highly recommend this as your next place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Shadowland Lodge was perfect for our family and small dog. The lodge was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The running river beside the lodge was a favorite spot—especially for our dog who couldn’t get enough of it. Highly recommend for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025