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NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a sink, coffee maker, and dishwasher.
Relax in this inviting space with a flat-screen TV, board games, and a cozy reading nook.
Relax in a serene setting with a hammock suspended between a majestic tree and a tranquil body of water, accessible via a wooden bridge.
Relax in a serene hot tub on a spacious deck surrounded by a tranquil forest and calm water.
Enjoy meals in this cozy dining area with a round table for four, a potted plant, and a view to the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Arbutus Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Forest Lakes and Arbutus Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Arbutus Lake - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Spider Lake - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 21 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Front Street - 22 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub

This newly renovated three bedroom house on the Boardman River with a hot tub is only eight miles to Downtown Traverse City. Come and relax in this secluded river escape. This house is RIGHT ON the Boardman River, across the river from State Land and near by to numerous beautiful hiking trails which cross through old growth forests. The House has 3 bedrooms and can sleep up to 8 people. This a great central spot for you to explore the area! We own many other rental properties and have just finished remodeling this split level ranch house along the Boardman River close to Downtown. The Boardman river winds along River rd into town and then into the Bay. Grand Traverse County and Traverse City have been restoring this sacred River to its natural habitat by removing all the dams. Come and relax on this secluded river! We are close to many beautiful hikes along the Boardman river, including the Brown Bridge Natural Area and the North Country Trail. There are three bedrooms and a bathroom in the upstairs area and there is a pull out futon in the basement level that is very comfortable (the futon mattress has springs). The Dining area looks out over the deck to the River. There are no neighbors to the east of the house and State Land is directly across the River, leaving this spot secluded and quiet. We also have a new hot tub on the deck along the river and we can't wait to host you!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Luette Frost

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Boardman River House with a Hot Tub
NEW Boardman River House With a Hot Tub Traverse City
NEW Boardman River House With a Hot Tub Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Traverse City, close to Spider Lake, Centre Ice Arena, and Turtle Creek Stadium. You'll also find Arbutus Lake and Forest Lakes within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 11.9 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub?

Yes, every accommodation at NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

NEW Boardman River House with a Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Maureen A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upon arrival, the house seem to be in nice working order. When showering downstairs, most shower head holes clogged. I cleaned with vinegar to get a flow. We brought all kinds of outdoor games for the big yard, but could not play out there because of all of the anthills throughout the property. Upstairs, the three bedrooms had fans and only one had a portable air conditioner. Temperatures were in the 80s at night and the one air conditioner upstairs did not work. We notified the owner the following day. She said she would come by And get a new air conditioner. Night number two same issue no AC we cleaned all the filters that were covered in buildup. Night 3, it rained … inside the basement. The owner came, left came back, cleaned with the wet back and towels until 1 AM. At which time she stated she was going to refund our entire amount because of the trouble. Still no new AC, but the fourth night was much cooler. We stripped the beds, cleaned everything as much as we could upon departure and when I reached out about a refund, she was going to give me 1/10 of the amount that I paid for the four nights. I asked for 1/3 of my money back because we did stay there, although we were quite miserable. Why would someone offer a full refund to later say most Vrbo owners wouldn’t give anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Riverside house

We loved our stay. We spent a lot of time Playing in the backyard. Once in a while we would dip our feet in the river. The host was very communicative and friendly. Overall, it was a lovely family vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outdoor oasis

Our stay was perfect for the Bayshore Marathon. The location is close enough to town for convenience but remote enough for complete relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARAH F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect River House

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at the Boardman River house! The backyard river access was a huge plus and the house was clean and cozy. Communication with the owners was easy and the house was stocked with everything we needed. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a lovely, quiet location

The house was clean, comfortable, and lots of nice welcoming touches. The perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay on the River

Thank you for a great trip! Wonderful house for our family with 3 kids (3, 5 and 7yo). Plenty of space, well stocked, and a fabulous backyard with a swing, hot tub, river (kids could play in the river!), fire pit and a lot of space to run around. The beds were comfortable, the owner thoughtfully stocked staples, games, books, etc. Less than 10 minutes drive in either direction takes you to hiking areas that are beautiful and perfect for kids. We went rafting down the Manistee River, hiking in Sleeping Bear Dunes. Traverse City is 20 minute drive North and the beaches there are easy to access with easy parking. The playground at the Civic Center is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Awesome yard and location, being on the river was amazing. The wife described the house as adorable. The Kitchen was very roomy with more variety of cooking supplies than most rentals.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Girls Trip

We enjoyed hanging at the house, the local wineries, and catching up in the hot tub! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Weixin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great house for vacation

The house was super clean. We did lots of tubing and rafting in the river. The hot tub is very nice and kids spent lots of time enjoying it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boardman River House

Very relaxing area and clean property. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent house and host!

We rented this house for a girls weekend and it was amazing! The fire pit and hot tub were so relaxing and views of the river were stunning. All of the personal touches and amenities in the house far exceeded our expectations in a rental. Luette, the host, was extremely pleasant and attentive and very prompt with answering all my questions. We would definitely visit the “river house”, as we called it, again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021