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Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna

Traverse City vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Turtle Creek Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Traverse Mall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Traverse City vacation home, you'll find Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve and Turtle Creek Stadium. Arbutus Lake and Forest Lakes are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 15 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Front Street - 17 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬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.

Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna

Slice of River Life is on the Boardman River. The swim spa has been listed as both a pool and a hot tub because it is in between those two. It can fit everyone in your party, and you can swim against the current or just bop around. There are also two hot tub chairs with jets!

Just 7 miles from downtown Traverse City, this riverfront home is a retreat off the beaten path but still close enough to get to all the best of Traverse City. The cottage sits on close to 5 acres (most of it being across the river, for added privacy) along the banks of the Boardman River, a blue-ribbon trout stream with the ability to fly fish right out the front door, or drive about a mile downstream and tube back for a fantastic BBQ.

Sleeps 8 with an adjustable King bed upstairs. This room has a private bathroom with shower and soaking bath. 2 bedrooms have Queen beds. There is a Queen sleeper sofa on the main level with a bathroom. The large open kitchen-dining-living area has a magnificent stone gas- fireplace. This property provides river frontage, a large swim spa, and an outdoor shower! Also, there is a game room/man cave with a bar, pool table, darts, and TV. The firepit is something to see; beach sand and 8 Adirondack chairs surround it for peaceful stargazing! This home even has a professional putting green.

Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, inner-tubing, swimming, fishing, fly fishing, Morel mushrooming, bird watching, or catching a glimpse of a deer or other wildlife in the area! 16 miles to Flint Fields for the Horses By the Bay Horse Show.

1 Small dog is allowed with a pet fee

-- THE PROPERTY –

Central Air |Gas Grill | Fire Pit | Gas Fireplace | Swim Spa (Hot tub) | Sauna | Putting Green | Game Room with Pool table| 140-gallon Cichlid Fish tank (please let us take care of the fish and tank)

Sleeps 8.

Bedroom 1: King adjustable Bed || Bedroom 2: Queen Bed || Bedroom 3: Queen Bed || Queen Sofa Bed in Den

OUTDOORS: Weber grill, deck, grassy lawn, sand fire pit, lounge chairs, outdoor dining table & chairs, outdoor shower, Swim spa, sauna, putting green (pro-grade AstroTurf), bring your own tubes and putters

INDOORS: WIFI, Smart TV, satellite TV, board games, gas fireplace

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

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C

PARKING: 4 spaces

-- POLICIES --

- Small dog allowed with a fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1118-248544

Frequently asked questions

How close is Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi (17-min drive) from Traverse City Beach and 7.8 mi (16-min drive) from Clinch Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Turtle Creek Casino (27-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna to downtown Traverse City?

This vacation home is 7 mi away from Traverse City.

Reviews

Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura M.

This is a beautiful place. Needs some updates but overall a it was in a nice location and beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G., Wheaton, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay at this property with my husband and our 2 college-age kids. Unfortunately during our visit in early Aug, it was so hot we didn’t make use of the hot tub, firepit, or the (separate bldg) game room … but thankfully the a/c in the house was fabulous! And we’d love to come back; this place would be *amazing* in fall!Loved watching the butterflies, the birds, and the shallow (thigh high) / CLEAR river flowing by in the early mornings, while sitting with our coffee on the deck. It was pretty amazing at night too, under string lights and stars! (We were hoping to fall asleep to the sound of the river … but a/c won out. On nice nights w/ windows open though, it would be lovely!)Kids also loved tubing (found 5 large tubes in the game room.) We dropped them 2 ish miles up the road at Shumsky’s Canoe Launch, they had a relaxing float down the river for 1 hr 15 min, and they ended the adventure by simply hopping out right at our backyard! SUPER comfortable king bed in master, nice bed linens, nice new kitchen appliances, kitchen had all the basics. Location is a little secluded (house is on a long gravel drive pretty far off main road and it’s about 15 min to downtown TC) … but tonis, the gorgeous setting in nature was totally worth it. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kari H.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a lovely spot on the river, close to TC

Overall a great stay. Just a couple of minor hiccups but nothing worth sharing. I will say, be prepared that the trash bin was at the road more than a quarter mile away. It seems it was the renters job to haul it back and forth on Tuesday. It wasn't at the house when we areived and only realized a couple of days later that it was at the main road.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with all the amenities you could think of. My family and I had a wonderful time and created lasting memories. The house was spotless and welcoming. The fireplace did stop working and it was fixed immediately. I had constant access to the company and tbey replied to my questions promptly. I cant say enough about this rental! Its only 15 minutes from downtown Traverse City and the beach. I absolutely recommend and I am planning to stay here next year. Thank you so much for checking off one of the adventures on my bucket list.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Great location and house! We appreciated all the extras like the putting green, lake, and game room.My only recommendation would be to bring a few extra blankets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break Get Away

Great place, excellent experience. The river was really flowing fast which added to it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angela C.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryle J.

Liked: Cleanliness

peaceful home away from the noise

Our family really enjoyed this home for our mid-winter break vacation. 20 minutes to the ski resort, and an hour away from sledding on Sleeping Bear Dunes, one of our favorite activities. 15 minutes into town where there are plenty of restaurants to enjoy. The property was very clean and well maintained. It's a wonderful place to get away and unplug from the craziness of life. The property was clean beautifully decorated. It was nice to have the gameroom with the pool table. As a side note, the gameroom is in an adjacent building, not connected to the main home, but there was no issue with that. The gameroom doesn't have central heating, so in the winter it was a bit cold, but a space heater was provided, which was nice. Overall, we had a great time here and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianna C., Gregory, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Riverside Retreat

We enjoyed our winter weekend away at the riverside home near Traverse City. The swim spa was relaxing as well as the gorgeous stone fireplace! We would love to book in the summer to enjoy the fire pit and game room. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Quiet Getaway

My spouse, our 7 month old, sister in law, 2 nieces, mother/father in law up from Texas visited this spot right after Christmas. We love Traverse City area and wanted to share it with them. We chose this location based on the pictures of the river. It was so calm and peaceful. On the listing, they say the swimspa isn't available during the wjnter. I reached out to the hosts and they said it is available. It was a perfect setting in the woods and peaceful river. Plenty of space for us all. We have already been making plans for the Summer. The game room did not have a heater but the host brought us one within half hour of inquiring. It was a perfect way to have family close during the holiday season.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski Trip

The property is great! Very clean, a lot of fun activities and nice swim tub right by the river! Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of River Life is easy to enjoy. The stay was nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl G., Waynesville , OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Paradise!

This is a beautiful and private property. We enjoyed the amenities including the hot tub/pool and sauna which were wonderful in the cool fall weather. This fireplace is also very nice. Great kitchen. Quiet area and very comfortable beds made for good sleeping. If you are on the fence just book it. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Weekend

We stayed two nights and spent a day touring wineries. The rest of the time we spent relaxing at the VRBO site. The spa/hot tub was amazing, the sauna was wonderful and the location on the river was beautiful. We would definitely book another weekend at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house at peaceful river location

This was a great house. The kitchen was well stocked. The beds were comfortable. It was relaxing sitting on the deck or at the fire pit listening to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Decompress in Style

Traveling for work every week, this place (and area), was ideal for a family R&R. The home was the perfect size; beautiful and comfortable. They thought of every last detail, to make your stay absolutely perfect. Good communication as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

The property is in a fantastic location! Coffee in the morning listening to nature and watching the river flow by was the best! The interior was very clean as were the firepit chairs. The canoe needs new cross support bars as the ones on there are rotted. There are several locations to put in kayaks. Shumsky road and Brown Bridge canoe launch. Both let you exit the river at the property! This was definitely one of our favorites! Would stay again! Also close to several trails, the dunes and Traverse City.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation

We enjoy staying on the Boardman River. The house worked out perfectly for the three of us. Plenty of space in and out of the house. The house was clean and in good shape. Already talking about coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bret S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Total peacefulness

Loved the view of the river so close to the property and being able to sit outside and enjoy the beauty of nature and the surroundings. Just lovely amenities!! Would love to come back again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of River fun for families

Slice of River is a good choice for a fun casual family vacation full of great outdoor activities near Traverse City, MI. The grounds are located alongside the Boardman River allowing for easy access to fishing, kayaking, or tubing (although equipment is not provided). The landscape surrounding the property is lovely with a colorful fire pit and small putting green (but bring your own putters and balls). There is an enjoyable swim spa and sauna as well as a separate detached structure which serves as a game room (pool table, dart board, bar bowling) however at least while we stayed not all the games were functional. Some of the outdoor areas (hardscape) can use a bit of TLC so watch your step. The inside of the home was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. There is a large master loft-style suite with large master bath. There are two additional bedrooms and full bathroom on the first level. The layout is a bit confusing as was the decor, but overall the home met our families needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023