Title: Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna Riverfront vacation home with a sauna and a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91480400/91480354/6040fa75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91480400/91480354/796ea9ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91480400/91480354/6dcf4318.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91480400/91480354/e4a224b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91480400/91480354/0286590f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled along the Boardman River, Slice of River Life is a serene retreat offering riverfront views and endless activities. Unwind in the swim spa or outdoor sauna, enjoy stargazing at the firepit surrounded by beach sand and Adirondack chairs, or challenge friends to a game in the game room with pool table. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 ## 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74230000/74225000/74224954/90c00f24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverbend Retreat with Hot Tub Traverse City - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 250 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=74224954&PinnedHotelID=74224954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33966600/33966539/17889d68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kayaks! 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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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.66237%2C-85.61438&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cRFCDcMMvXYns_YJEDrjJ44X3yg=) Traverse City, MI #### What's nearby - Turtle Creek Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.9 km - Grand Traverse Mall - 11 min drive - 10.8 km - Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 14 min drive - 12.6 km - Front Street - 15 min drive - 13.9 km - Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive - 17.6 km #### 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Boardman River, Firepit, Game Room, Hot tub, Sauna located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve, Turtle Creek Stadium, and Arbutus Lake. Forest Lakes and World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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