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🌅 Riverfront Escape | Sauna + Kayaks | Memorial Wknd ➠ 800

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A stone-arched outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a scenic view of the sea.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Forest Lakes
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Spider Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Forest Lakes and Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. .This vacation home is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Front Street.

What's nearby

  • Forest Lakes - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Arbutus Lake - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Spider Lake - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬14 min drive

About this property

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

🌅 Riverfront Escape | Sauna + Kayaks | Memorial Wknd ➠ 800

THE TRUE NORTH presents… 🌅 Riverfront Escape | Sauna + Kayaks | Memorial Wknd ➠ 800

Trade the noise of everyday life for a peaceful stay along the Boardman River—without giving up the convenience of downtown Traverse City. This cozy three-bedroom, two-bath home blends waterfront surroundings, modern comfort, and easy access to Northern Michigan's best experiences.

With approximately 1,400 square feet of living space, an open layout, and a location just minutes from downtown, Riverfront Escape is an inviting home base for families, couples, and small groups. Spend the day exploring Traverse City's beaches and wine country, paddle the area's waterways, or enjoy the city's restaurants and shops before coming back to your own quiet retreat by the river.

Perfect For

Families, couples, small groups, wine-country weekends, outdoor adventures, festival getaways, and anyone looking for a peaceful waterfront stay near downtown Traverse City. Pets are welcome with an applicable fee.

The Home

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps up to 6

Primary bedroom: 1 King-size bed
Second bedroom: 1 Queen-size bed
Downstairs bedroom: 2 Twin-size beds
Pullout sofa in the common area
2 full bathrooms
Open-concept living and dining area
Fully equipped kitchen
The thoughtfully arranged layout gives groups plenty of room to spend time together while still providing comfortable spaces to retreat at the end of the day.

Life by the Boardman River

The river is the star of the stay. Step outside for morning coffee, enjoy the changing scenery throughout the day, or slow down in the evening as the water and surrounding landscape create a naturally relaxing atmosphere.

With Boardman Lake and the surrounding waterways nearby, outdoor adventures are easy to build into your stay. Spend your mornings on the water, afternoons exploring Traverse City, and evenings back at the river.

Comfortable Living

The bright, open living area creates a welcoming place to gather after a day of exploring. Stretch out on the comfortable seating, stream a favorite show, or share a meal around the dining area.

The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to enjoy breakfast before heading out, prepare lunch between adventures, or settle in for dinner at home after a day in wine country.

Explore Traverse City

Riverfront Escape gives you easy access to the best of Traverse City and Northern Michigan.

Downtown Traverse City is just minutes away, putting restaurants, breweries, shopping, beaches, and waterfront attractions within easy reach. Explore the Grand Traverse wine region, spend the day kayaking or walking along the water, or discover the area's trails and outdoor recreation.

When winter arrives, nearby ski resorts and trails make the area a year-round destination.

Amenities for an Easy Stay

Enjoy the practical comforts that make longer stays and group trips simple, including high-speed WiFi, a Smart TV, central climate control, a full-size washer and dryer, fresh linens and towels, and free parking.

Keypad entry at the front and garage doors makes arrival simple and convenient.

Welcome Perks

Start your stay with a bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate sparkling wine and complimentary access to Iron House Gym.

You can also arrange optional experiences and services such as private chefs, professional photographers, event planners, in-home massage, grocery delivery, and pre-arrival refrigerator stocking.

Additional services must be arranged in advance and may carry additional charges.

Local Perks

Guests can enjoy special offers from participating local businesses, including discounts at Chateau Chantal Winery, The Magic Shuttle Bus, Legacy Boat Rentals, Paddle TC, Original Hot Yoga, Edson Farms Natural Food Market, Playa Bowls, and Bay Bread Company.

Availability, restrictions, and exclusions may vary by business.

Good to Know

Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
Pets are welcome with an applicable fee
No smoking inside
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Daily housekeeping is not included
Your Up North Escape Starts Here

Wake up beside the Boardman River. Spend the day discovering Traverse City's beaches, wineries, trails, and downtown. Then come home to a quiet waterfront setting where you can slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the best part of Northern Michigan—being here.

Reserve your Traverse City getaway and make Riverfront Escape your home base for the adventure.
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 keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a sauna or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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 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 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

Property is also known as

994360

🌅 Riverfront Escape | Sauna + Kayaks | Memorial Wknd ➠ 800 Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property! Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026