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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

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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

Located in South Boardman, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Perch Lake and South Boardman Preserve. .This vacation home is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Butler Lake and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Bass Lake.
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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
  • Front Street - 44 min drive - 31.0 miles
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 47 min drive - 42.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankee Boy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Country Lanes Bowling Alley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪budd lake bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paramount Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KE Daycare - ‬5 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.

Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home

Looking for a spot for a romantic getaway or a girl’s weekend? Need a family getaway? We’ve got just the place for you.

Campfires, sweatshirts, great views…..it’s what this area is all about. The Guest House is located on a quiet, no wake lake 20 miles East of Traverse City. The house is remodeled and up to date with a beautiful kitchen, deck, lake view, kayaks, a paddle boat and hammocks. When you stay at the Guest House you’re close to wineries, shopping, fabulous restaurants and outdoor activities. Or you can just relax and enjoy the lake, watch for birds, read or catch up on your sleep. While we have internet, we don’t have a t.v. You’ll probably be so engaged in other activities, you won’t notice, but bring your own device just in case. Also, in addition to the dining table, we have a small desk in the room with the bunks, in case you need a quiet space to make a work call. There is a park with a beach area, picnic tables and grills on the other side of the lake.
Please note sleeping accommodations.
1 queen bed, sleeps 2
1 set of bunk beds, sleeps 2
1 sofa, could sleep 1
1 portacrib, sleeps 1 small child, aged 0-2.
1 baby gate available
Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are installed.
Fire is allowed only in the fire pit.
We recommend that guests wear personal floatation devices when near or in the lake.
Weapons are not allowed at the Guest House.

Want to stay longer? We give a 15% discount on weekly reservations. It’s like getting a night free!

Everyone deserves a clean place to stay, and we have high standards when it comes to disinfecting and cleaning for your stay.

When you’re here, you’re within day trip distance of Traverse City, the Leelanau Península, Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Mackinac Bridge, Bellaire, Charlevoix, Boyne and more!
Twin Birch, Timber Wolf, and Grandview Golf Courses are close by.

Some of our favorite restaurants nearby are the Fife Lake Inn, Yankee Boy, and Trout Town. Groceries are available in Fife Lake or Kalkaska, and don’t miss the Cherry Street Market for veggies, deli items, baked goods and adorable garden additions.

There’s lots of shopping on Front Street in TC or visit the Grand Traverse Commons (formerly a hospital for the mentally ill). GTC even has night tours of the inner workings of the facility!

Harbor View Nursery and Lavender Farm is nearby and wineries and breweries abound. Our favorite is Amoritas Vinyards on the Leelanau Peninsula.

Check out Tall Ship Manitou for short cruises in the bay.

After your day’s excitement you can return to the peace of the Guest House.

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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include gas grills and babysitting service.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn off fans, and air conditioning/heat.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 Registration Number 2831624

Traverse City Area, Family Friendly, Waterfront, Modern Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place for a relaxing vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C.

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

Nice place to unwind

We had a great time staying here, the cabin was very nice with a great view. The area is very quiet and peaceful, perfect for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and cozy. Had everything we needed. The property was beautiful! The lake was so much fun. We loved the area. We originally went with plans to spend most of our time in Traverse city, but ended up having more fun hanging out at the house and going on a hike in South Boardman.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brooke h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay in the books! Our week here just flew by. We spent hours and hours on the lake and at the beach across the way. Tastefully decorated, comfortable furnishings. The hosts have truly thought of everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Traverse City Area Property

Excellent location and hosts. Planning for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Wonderful Stay!

The property was beautiful and was very clean upon arrival. It had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable and comfortable. Would definitely recommend to others and will consider staying here again at some point!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Amazing place!

We had a wonderful time here. The cabin was incredibly clean and well stocked. It was the perfect place to come back to after a day of exploring the area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Perfect little cabin

Close to anything you need and a short drive to TC. 1 hour drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes was definitely worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Traverse City Area Rental

Very clean and well-maintained property. The owners were a pleasure to work with and made sure amenities were available to make the stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi R.

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

Family vacation

Our family had a wonderful time. The lake, kayaks and paddle boat were so much fun for our two boys to use. It was the perfect place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan O.

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

Relaxing Place Relax

Excellent place to relax next to the small lake. Having the pedal boat and kayaks is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Nice

Nice little spot in great location….
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Michigan trip

The cottage was fantastic! Fully stocked ,Super clean, Fun water toys (kayak,Paddle boat), everything you need for a relaxing time….trip to Traverse City wine country was awesome….not far away….loved our time there’
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Girls weekend

House is small for 4 people, but exceptionally clean, comfortable and lake is peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

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

Perfect little getaway

We had a wonderful time at this home. It was quaint, but perfect size for our family of 4. We loved the waterfront and being able to kayak, paddle, or just stand at the dock and watch the turtle. The surrounding scenery is also perfect. The house itself had everything we needed, many details were thought of and it was very sweet. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie Z.

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

Relaxing at it finest!

We were celebrating our 10th anniversary. The cabin was very comfortable and well stocked. It was the perfect place to relax, and the location was great for getting out for the day too! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

Perfect Private Get away

This property was perfect for our short stay. Everything you need for a simple, relaxing experience is there for you. Very clean, excellent directions for use of heating/cooling/internet access. Loved the front yard native plants and chocolate scented mulch!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CR J.

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

Nicely updated

The cabin has been updated and is very lovely. The lake is very peaceful and relaxing. The kayaks are a nice amenity. Having a variety of coffee and tea made it feel a bit special too. Great location for making day trips in the area. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Perfect Pure Michigan Getaway!

Our family absolutely loved staying at the Guest House. Not only is the cottage immaculate and beautifully decorated, the lake is serene and perfect for using the kayaks and paddle boats that are available. We also enjoyed relaxing on the deck and sitting around the campfire at night. The hosts thought of everything with this little slice of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

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

Top Notch

The cabin is well stocked and has everything we needed for a long weekend. It rained much of the time, however we enjoyed trips to Traverse Bay, Suttons Bay, and Black Star Farms Winery. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brooke h.

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

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The owners have thought of lots of extras- beach towels, kayaks, hammocks, bug spray, and TOYS! They have lots of toys for kids- both indoor and outdoor, stored in the shed. Very clean. Well organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

relaxing

very nice, clean. Well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina Z.

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

Perfect Cozy Getaway

My family had a great time. The cabin was very cozy and welcoming. It was stocked with everything you could need and more. We had a blast out on the water and enjoyed a family game night. There was plenty to keep my teens busy. Thank you for a great trip! We are looking forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Beautiful and comforting house by Lake Perch

Highly responsive property manager. Every aspect of the rental was clean. Wonderful living space both inside and outside. Lake Perch is a gorgeous and clean spring fed lake that is peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTI O.

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

WONDERFUL!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the chalet. So peaceful and relaxing! Lots of thoughtful extras. We loved using the kayaks and pedal boat and sitting on the deck. Just a short distance from Traverse City and Torch lake (we love the Dockside). We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022