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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Traverse City, MI
  • Place, Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Traverse Mall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Arbutus Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve and Turtle Creek Stadium. .This vacation home is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Traverse City Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Forest Lakes - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Arbutus Lake - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬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, Fire pit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna

Slice of River Life is located on the beautiful Boardman River. The swim spa, which is like a cozy combination of a small pool and a hot tub, offers a delightful experience because it is spacious and versatile. It comfortably fits everyone in your group, whether you want to swim against the gentle current or relax and play around. Plus, there are two hot tub chairs with soothing jets for added relaxation!

Just seven miles from the heart of Traverse City, this charming riverfront home offers a peaceful escape that's still conveniently close to all the wonderful attractions the city has to offer. Nestled on nearly five acres—most across the river for extra privacy—this cozy cottage is situated along the beautiful banks of the Boardman River. It's a blue-ribbon trout stream where you can enjoy fly fishing right from your doorstep, or take a short drive downstream to tube back and enjoy a delightful BBQ. It’s the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure for your perfect getaway.

This lovely space comfortably sleeps eight, featuring an adjustable king bed upstairs. The cozy master bedroom comes with a private bathroom that includes a shower and a relaxing soaking bath. Two additional bedrooms are equipped with inviting queen beds. On the main level, you'll find a convenient queen sleeper sofa, along with a bathroom. Plus, there's an outdoor shower near the hot tub, perfect for a refreshing rinse after your soak.

The spacious open kitchen, dining, and living area features a stunning stone gas fireplace. This lovely property provides direct access to the river, a generous swim spa, and an outdoor shower! Inside, you'll find a fun game room complete with a bar, pool table, darts, and a TV. The fire pit is truly special, surrounded by beach sand and eight cozy Adirondack chairs—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the stars! Plus, the home includes a professional putting green for added enjoyment.

Enjoy the wonderful activities like kayaking, canoeing, inner-tubing, swimming, fishing, fly fishing, and Morel mushrooming. You'll also love bird watching and possibly catching a glimpse of a deer or other wildlife in the area! Plus, it's just sixteen miles to Flint Fields for the exciting Horses By the Bay Horse Show during the season.

A 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 rental agreement required
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a hot tub and a sauna. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

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
  • 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
  • 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
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 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

Property is also known as

1118-248544

Boardman River, Fire pit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful location! This was a great spot for a winter getaway. The pool/hot tub overlooking the river was amazing. Well-equipped kitchen had all that we needed. Comfortable beds and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey h.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

STEVE A.

Fall color tour

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was well equipped and very clean. It was a very enjoyable experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Fall Family Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a long weekend family trip planned and this house was great for the whole family. The kids loved the game room and especially the pool table and we all got use from the hot tub and sauna as well. The property was in a very quiet peaceful area right on the river, but still a quick drive into downtown Traverse City.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Excellent stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved the house. Quiet, peaceful and very unique. We loved the hot tub and the game room. The river flowing through the backyard is awesome. The house was clean and in great condition. It was very cold when we arrived the first night (55 degrees in the house) and the windows were very difficult to lock, but other than that, we loved our stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Riverside escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great weekend for a special occasion in TC. Amazing amenities and location for any trip up North with River access, beautiful outdoor entertainment space and endless fun!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Solomon W.

Great Private Getaway Spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved this House on the River for our family trip. Scenic view of the Boardman River was so peaceful. Huge firepit, hot tub and spa. Great location to the Lake and the Breweries.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lianna C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louie C.

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

Outstanding experience, nature's gem of a get-away

Home and surrounding area was outstanding, beautiful and very peaceful! We floated the river and saw many homes, none of the other homes came close in comparison to our property! We had an excellent experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

beautiful secluded setting

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location for fishing/hiking/wineries! Spectacular view right on the river and very private.Wonderful hot tub and sauna (lacking usage instructions) A bit pricey by having to pay a fee for "their bookings" through VRBO.Very responsive mgt. team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

River House

Everything in the house was as advertised. Location was secluded and beautiful. Recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

Fantastic Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Slice of River Life! There are so many fantastic outdoor spaces here! Two Riverside decks! The sandy riverside fire pit! The swim spa! Such a gorgeous peaceful setting!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Awesome place on the river

We loved this house! Great views of the river. Our kids enjoyed the putting green & hot tub! We would definitely recommend this house to anyone! Everything you need all in one place. Short drive to downtown TC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nataliia H.

A wonderful holiday for the new year

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is beautiful, cozy and clean, wonderful views of the water and nature. We had a great time. And we plan to come here again in the summer. I recommend visiting this place.)))
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl G.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlie D.

A Heavenly retreat!

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent 2 weeks at this amazing home on one of my favorite rivers! We had a mix of kids and grandkids the first week and just my wife and I alone for the second week. Plenty of places to be off by yourself, or with the whole clan. I work remotely so there were times when I really appreciated having a separate area for work and talking with clients etc while not having to tell everyone to keep it down because there is so much for everyone to do! Beautiful home, we could see ourselves renting another couple weeks in the future! Our family was extremely happy with the place!