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Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in South Boardman

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A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a large TV on the wall.
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A wooden cabin with a staircase, surrounded by trees, and string lights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Boardman, MI
  • Place, Perch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

South Boardman

On waterfront.At this South Boardman vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Perch Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of South Boardman Preserve. Butler Lake and Bass Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Perch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Torch Lake - 35 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 39 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Traverse City State Park - 40 min drive - 28.5 miles
  • Front Street - 44 min drive - 31.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Country Lanes Bowling Alley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪nite owl tiki lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paramount Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪budd lake bar - ‬10 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.

Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck

• Lakefront on peaceful Perch Lake (no-wake, quiet & relaxing)
• Hot tub + fire pit under the pines with twinkle lights
• Screened-in deck with elevated lake views (bug-free mornings & evenings)
• Spacious layout for groups with room to spread out + game room
• Kayaks, paddle boards + private dock for easy lake access
• Clean, modern interior with cozy “up north” charm
• Just 30 min from Traverse City

Welcome to Stillwater Retreat – your cozy lake escape just 30 minutes from Traverse City.

Tucked among the pines on peaceful Perch Lake, this spacious getaway is perfect for relaxing, reconnecting, and making memories year-round – whether you're here for lake days, fall colors, or snowy adventures.

Ideal for families, couples, or friends looking for a relaxing up-north getaway with plenty to do.


Sleeping & Space

Comfortably sleeps 6–8 guests, with space to spread out (up to 9 with the sleeper sofa):

• Primary bedroom: King bed, attached bath, and workspace (if you must )
• Second bedroom: King bed with plenty of storage
• Third bedroom: Full bed + twin bunk (great for kids or adults)
• Game room: Full-size sleeper sofa + games + hangout space


What Makes This Place Special

• Year-round hot tub
• Fire pit under twinkle lights
• Screened porch overlooking the lake
• Game room with shuffleboard, darts & board games
• Dock with kayaks + paddle boards (seasonal)


Indoor + Outdoor Living

• Open living space with cozy gas fireplace
• Fully stocked kitchen for easy group meals
• Dining for 9 + outdoor dining on the screened deck
• Boardwalk + stairs down to the lake, dock, and fire pit


Seasonal Highlights

• Spring/Summer: Kayaks, paddle boards, fishing, wildlife
• Fall: Colors, crisp air, cozy fires
• Winter: Snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing


Location

Close to everything, but feels tucked away:

• Traverse City – 30 min
• Kalkaska & Fife Lake – 12 min (groceries, restaurants)
• Perch Lake public beach – 5 min walk (great for swimming)


Why Guests Love It

• Comfortable beds + quality linens
• Clean, modern, and thoughtfully stocked
• Perfect mix of relaxation + activities


For Kids / Toddler / Infant

-Kids dishes & utensils
-Stools for bathroom sinks
-High chair
-Pack n' Play / crib with bedding
-Books
-Games



Activities & Easy day trip to all the sights!

• Traverse City - 30 min
• Old Mission Peninsula - 35 min
• Suttons Bay - 50 min
• Several golf courses (summer & winter activities) - 15-30 min
• Snowmobile trailhead, Kalkaska - 15min
• Fishtown, Leland - 1hr 10 min
• Interlochen - 40 min
• Sleeping Bear Dunes - 1hr
• Mackinac Bridge - 2hrs
• Turtle Creek Casino - 25 min
• Schuss Mountain & Shanty Creek - 35 min
• Boyne Mountain - 50 min
• Crystal Mountain - 55 min
• June-September: Great Lakes Equestrian Show - 26 min


What's Nearby

-Kalkaska is a 12 min drive. Grocery stores, Cherry Street Market (great farmers market), restaurants, ice cream
-Fife Lake is a 12 min drive. Restaurants, grocery stores, ice cream
-Perch Lake public beach is a 5 minute walk, shallow, sandy bottom
-Public Boat launch is 1/4 mile (1 min drive) from house (for electric/trolling motors only, or non motorized vessel)
-Perch Lake is stocked with pan fish, great for fishing
-Perch Lake is 23 acres, deepest part is 30ft

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment

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

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Home is not child-proofed. Interior is one level.

Events

No events 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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.4 mi (36-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck to downtown South Boardman?

This vacation home is 3 mi away from South Boardman.

Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great! Especially because the weather cooperated! It was a great space and provided everything we needed for our larger family to enjoy a week away from the grind of life. Would book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Cousins getaway

Me and my sister met up with 3 cousins for a weekend getaway. The house was amazing! A welcome basket was one of the first things we seen upon arrival. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a beautiful view. Very spacious and well equipped. Kayaks and boards for water use along with a large dock to sit and enjoy the lake. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025