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Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

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Traverse City, MI
  • Popular LocationTurtle Creek Stadium14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake14 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)18 min drive
  • Popular LocationFront Street22 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This is our 2nd stay at the Boardman River Cottage and the place is very clean and well maintained. The grounds and the ...
Martin M.
Nov 8, 2021

About this property

Entire place

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

Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile

This unique cottage is off the beaten path yet minutes away from the beautiful and historic Traverse City. There is an elevated deck to view the 1200 feet of river frontage with a gas grill to cook your meals on and enjoy the view and nature!
3 bedrooms and 2 full baths await you inside! There is a fully stocked kitchen with all your culinary needs, linens and towels are also provided! Wireless internet and DIRECTV are included!
There is plenty to do during your stay including tubing or kayaking the river, hiking is accessible right out the front door! Miles and miles of state land to explore! You can see many types of wildlife such as deer, river otter, beaver, bald eagles, hawks, owls, osprey and more!

Parking for Riverwalk is across the river, with a beautiful & picturesque walking bridge to access the property.

Property manager

Kurt Hubschneider

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: No events are allowed
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
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

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this chalet is in a rural area and on the beach. Centre Ice Arena and Grand Traverse Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, motor boating, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive
  • Spider Lake - 14 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 20 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 21 min drive
  • Front Street - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peegeo's - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverwalk Chalet on Boardman River-Hot Tub, Wifi, Hike, Kayak, Snowmobile located?

Situated on the beach, this chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Forest Lakes, Arbutus Lake, and Spider Lake. Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve and Turtle Creek Stadium are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 171 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauiful Property
This is our 2nd stay at the Boardman River Cottage and the place is very clean and well maintained. The grounds and the river add much to the experience. Communication with the owner was easy. We would easily come back. Thanks Richard!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke W., Toledo, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property and Host
Richard was extraordinarily helpful and his property is beautifully remote. Highly recommend. We all want to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage in the woods.
Very clean. Beautiful location. Accurate listing. Would recommend. Would rent again. You do have to walk across a bridge over the river and go up some steps to get to the cottage. Was not a problem for my wife and I, we are in our 60's. The location is worth a few steps.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Tomball, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
AAA
Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the river!
I stayed here with a group of guys for my brother's bachelor party, and this spot was fantastic. The bonfire pit is right next to the river, and there's a hot tub right out back. The place was immaculately clean, and had a very nice cabin charm. The showers were both very nice and clean, and the kitchen has everything you need. Thanks Richard!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A river runs through it
Such an peaceful stay. We loved being by the river and seeing the kayakers go by Enjoyed daily grilling and campfires. The house is stocked well. Met the nice owner upon arrival to sign paperwork. Don’t forget the bug spray.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic River Getaway
This is a relaxing, rustic cottage on the river--you can hear the river current when windows are open. Entry to cottage is a lot of steps, just something to consider. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen is small but functional. It could use a few more serving utensils such as wooden spoons. Nice hot tub in back of property. Two downsides: one is the wifi--listing says wifi available--it turns out it is a hotspot and you are allowed 1G per stay. With two younger kids that love to watch videos that was not enough. Second the gas grill is dirty and we were unable to turn on the propane. It was a great base from which to explore Traverse City and would gladly return for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We stayed here for a week while exploring the area. What a beautiful setting! The river views are amazing. We loved sitting on the hammocks enjoying the views. The house is very comfortable. We loved the decor and everything we needed to prepare meals was provided. Also the location is great for exploring the area. Communication with host was very good. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
This beautiful property was spotless, spacious for our 3 teens, 8 year old and two adults. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Everything you would need were available! The views were magnificent. The owner was a pleasure to talk to and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend Up North
What a beautiful property right on the bend of the board man river. The views exceeded our expectations! The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Motorcyclist Treehouse on the River
We really enjoyed our stay. Richard was an incredible host, very good communication. He walked us through the house at check-in and gave us a straightforward please do and please do not list, all very reasonable requests. We loved the house/cabin you feel like you are right over the river in a treehouse. Wood was available for us, which is great as motorcyclists, though that may have just been good luck on our part, for the incredible fire ring just feet off the river. The drive on google earth showed as gravel, but has since been black topped, there is only a very short stretch of gravel that was well packed and easy to ride on as was the parking area. I was initially concerned about the amount of stairs from the pictures, but once you arrive you are so busy taking in the views that they were a non issue, and I do not like stairs. Initially you will feel like the upstairs bedrooms do not cool very well, but following Richards advise with some fan placement we were completely comfortable at night and our daytime highs were in the 90's. If I could change anything it would be to move the hot tub to the front for a river view, easier said than done I realize, and to put in some stairs to access the river, the banks are steep and to get in there I had to do some climbing. Incredible stay, THANKS RICHARD!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
We enjoyed a quick weekend getaway at this house. The sound of the Boardman River while relaxing either in the hammocks, or on the deck, or by the firepit was awesome! Richard was very responsive and a great host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

karen r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place :)
Will come back again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to relax
This place allowed us to relax and get away from the day to day rush of life. The rippling sounds of the water and fresh air was so relaxing. The house is very clean and had that cozy feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

JENIFER S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This spot is nothing short of paradise. We had the best time relaxing, hiking and shopping. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
Beautiful property and a great home base for our weekend of visiting Traverse City. Richard was a great host, we enjoyed our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Tomball, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
River Bend
Just beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot for friend weekend
This place was everything we needed! We were looking for a nice relaxing spot to get away from the world a bit. This spot exceeded our expectations. The house is beautiful, surrounded by trees and water. We wine tasted Saturday, but we could’ve just stayed at the house all weekend. We’re going to make this an annual friend trip and hope to get this house every fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leilani G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
We came with friends for a weekend to celebrate my birthday, and we cannot stop talking about how beautiful the view was. The photos for the listing do not do the view of the property justice! Richard was an amazing host that goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy with your stay. We will definitely be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful
We really enjoyed our stay. Location was great. Enjoyed nature but close drive to Traverse City. Will definitely return. Thank you Richard!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly located
Staying here is basically like having a private camp site, but with a cabin to retreat to. There are woods for the kids and parents both to explore, a sizable stream right outside your doorstep, etc. No need to buy firewood - there is all you need in the surrounding woods. The cabin itself was also a great home base. No glitches at all with things like WiFi or the TV - we were able to settle in and watch Sunday Night Football and election night during our stay. Downtown Traverse City is an easy 10-minute drive, if that.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Echo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
We were so happy with our stay! The views are absolutely beautiful and it was the perfect getaway. Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Cottage
The cottage is in a great location literally right on the Boardman River. We were impressed by the cleanliness throughout and the beds were comfortable. Richard is an excellent host and communicator. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jym W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty sweet place, amazing location.
Loved this place. Property feels more like the ultimate campsite, with a 3 bedroom house & hot tub. Location feels like a point of interest on a hiking trail. The view of the river is outstanding, gentle on the ears as well. We had a great time exploring the surrounding woods, rock hunting in the creeks and the wood burning stove was nice on a cool wet evening. Simple, straightforward amenities but everything was functional and as advertised. The large glass doors allow you to enjoy the view from inside regardless of the weather. Really is a unique property, sure it is beautiful any time of year. A comfortable drive to Traverse City, about 20 minutes as I remember. Always a fun city to visit, the host was clearly well versed in what to do, where to eat etc. and the recommendations were on point. Advise asking him, a seasoned pro who seems to be running a great business. Highly recommended, already thinking about another trip next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Devan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
The cabin and property were beautiful and well maintained. Richard gave great recommendations on where to eat! We had easy access to town yet felt very much in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020