Riverfront Traverse City Cabin: Fish, Kayak & Tube

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free Internet, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10131 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Traverse City, MI

Arbutus Lake
17 min walk
Forest Lakes
19 min walk
Spider Lake
9 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
13 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Book the summer vacation you deserve and stay at 'River Haven,' a charming 2-bedroom + loft, 1-bathroom waterfront vacation rental! Boasting 250 feet of frontage on the Boardman River, this Traverse City cabin is the quintessential 'up north' getaway. Spend your days kayaking, canoeing, and tubing down the river, and afterward, share stories around the fire pit. Visiting in June or July? Be sure to attend a National Cherry Festival event and treat your sweet tooth to a tasty cherry pie!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fire Pit | Private Deck | Wood-Burning Stove | ~4 Mi to Tibbets Lake

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Beds, Futon | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, vaulted knotty pine ceilings
OUTDOOR LIVING: Spacious yard, outdoor dining area, balcony w/ bistro table & chairs, detached sunroom w/ furniture, gas grill, Adirondack chairs, 4 kayaks, hammock
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, coffee makers, kettle, toaster, dining table w/ chairs, breakfast bar w/ stools, dishware & flatware, paper towels, trash bags
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central heating & A/C, linens & towels, iron & board, hair dryer
FAQ: 1 step required for entry, stairs required to access loft, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 external security camera (facing out)
PARKING: Ample driveway parking

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Tibbets Lake (4 miles), Grace Mcdonald Park (4 miles), Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve (9 miles), Traverse City State Park (9 miles), Clinch Park (12 miles), West End Beach (13 miles), East Arm Grand Traverse Bay (17 miles)
WINERIES/BREWERIES: Mackinaw Brewing Company (12 miles), North Peak Brewing Company (13 miles), Black Star Farms (13 miles), Left Foot Charley (14 miles), Mari Vineyards (14 miles), Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery (17 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Mt. Holiday (11 miles), Hickory Hills Ski Area (16 miles), Boyne Mountain Resort (62 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 1)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 1 step for entry. The loft is located on the second floor and requires stairs
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera on the garage and faces the driveway/front door. The camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video and sound when guests are in residence
- NOTE: For your safety, there are extra cleaning procedures taking place in between each stay

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be within walking distance of Arbutus Lake. Features include free WiFi in public areas and self parking (surcharge). Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a washer/dryer in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washer/dryer, and fireplace
Free WiFi in some public areas
Self parking available for a fee
Just a 3-minute drive from Arbutus Lake and a few minutes from Forest Lakes

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

This Traverse City cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Self parking on site (surcharge)
On-site parking includes off-street options
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Paper towels
Coffee/tea maker

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Towels provided
Hairdryer

Living spaces

Fireplace
Wood stove

Entertainment

TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

Furnished balcony
Garden
Gas grills
Firepit
Dock

Laundry

Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On the waterfront
Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

Power boating nearby
Hunting nearby
Hiking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Canoeing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system

General

Unit size: 1412 sq ft (131 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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 security system, 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Riverfront Traverse City Cabin W/kayaks & Fire Pit Cabin

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Riverfront Traverse City Cabin: Fish, Kayak & Tube Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

18 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great riverside escape

Excellent cabin located next to a nice river. Easy drives to all of the area sites. Regular morning and evening sightings of wildlife. The cabin had everything we needed and more. Perfect situation for us as a recently retired couple for a weekday getaway (3 nights). Would like to have stayed another couple of nights, maybe next time. Thanks for a great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

katfinn71997 B.

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amy's Bachellorette Weekend!

We had a lovely stay at your exquisite cabin! We wish we could've stayed longer when the temperature was hot enough for the river! The heated shower room was a great touch! Thank you for helping our group make great memories at your abode.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

Such a beautiful property, both inside and out! Peaceful on the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill K., Seattle, USA

29 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun

This was a beautiful location and we really enjoyed the space, the water and all this property had to offer. The listing did say there was a washer and dryer which did not happen to be the case but everything else was fairly spot on. Most of the kayaks are missing plugs so beware of that if you are wanting to use them but this space really is a hidden gem

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend

The owner was highly responsive and easy to work with. We really enjoyed and spent time in the screened room right on the river. The current of the river is too fast to kayak against or go upstream but is shallow, clear, and fun to play in. Such a great place to spend with family.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

13 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property!

Beautiful spot. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

13 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

we had a wonderful time!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

16 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family getaway quiet yet close to downtown Traverse City

Entire family- dog, too- enjoyed this lovely cabin. Super clean with everything we needed. The Boardman River was incredibly beautiful, clean, and serene. Kayaking was super easy with access both upstream and downstream. Everything we needed was included. Cabin is ~15 minutes away from downtown Traverse City. We mostly ate in Kingsley to avoid crowds and all restaurants had great food and service. We wouldn't have changed anything!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor A.

20 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property, thoughtful touches.

As soon as we arrived we were so excited about this property. A perfect flat lawn for playing soccer, frisbee, and passing the football. On the first day, we did it all, and played basketball. The river was calming, and a chilly dip was just right. Our dog enjoyed exploring when we took him for walks. We spent so much time outdoors! When we did come inside, the accommodation was cozy and comfortable. A well-equipped kitchen and private bedrooms. We look forward to returning soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

15 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

River Haven was beautiful. The check-in process was super easy. When we arrived the house and property was perfect. There was never a time when my teenagers said they were bored they had so much to do. Kayaking, fishing, basketball hoop, campfire at night, plenty of room to toss baseball. Inside there was plenty of room for a family of six, we watched movies at night and had family game time. The only negative we really came across was the washer did not work very well (did not spin the water out). We really enjoyed and would come back again. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

28 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial day weekend

Very clean and well stocked cabin with beautiful river view and use of kayaks.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger D.

14 Apr 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view, the house needs some updates.

We had to shovel our way from the driveway to the porch to be able to bring our stuff into the house. We are both in our 70's, this should have been taken care of. There was ice under the snow on the walkway. The mattress in the bedroom close to the bathroom is so saggy, you sink to the middle. The bathroom cabinet needs repair, when you open the doors the wood piece above falls out. Would not use vrbo again, the add on fees are excessive.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathia L.

20 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Eveything

Amazing stayed , we loved everything definitely coming back for another trip! I will recommend this place a 100% . the communication was outstanding we loved traverse city!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Steve A.

10 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and Convenient

A relaxing place to stay near Traverse City. Cabin is great. The location on the river is a plus, but the road traffic noise is a bit of an issue until you get use to it. Over all, we had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linsey G.

23 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous 😍

Very beautiful little retreat, everything was perfect the outdoor spaces overlooking the boardman river are spectacular, we cannot wait to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathryn h.

21 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing

Beautiful place. Very clean. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime D.

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property

Property was exactly what we needed. It is on beautiful land, bball court, fire pit, river - it has it all.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brion S., Shelby Township, MI

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

This listing on this home was 100% accurate! Nice place would definitely stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

20 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great River Haven Home!

This property was everything we had hoped for near the river. It has the essentials in the kitchen for cooking and was very clean. The owners were amazing, answering all of our questions about the stay. They went out of their way to ensure our comfort and well being!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets

5 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pictures did not lie! The place was beautiful and very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Robert W.

21 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beuatiful and well kept little cottage right on the river.

We had an excellent time with tons to do in the area even though it rained most of the weekend. Only minor criticism was how close to the main road we were. Aside from that we enjoyed the fire pit, sitting in the gazebo by the river, and the wood stove made evening with my wife a fantastic getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois A.

4 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place

This is our first time to rent and experienced what it feels like to stay in a cabin. It is beyond our expectation! The house is complete with all the things that you need. No doubt that we will rent it again in our future visit. The host is very accommodating as well. I highly recommend the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Teri M.

24 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Weekend

Very clean and pretty property. We were happy with the accommodations inside. The cabin had all that we needed. However, the traffic is very loud and very busy so I wouldn't call it quiet and peaceful. I would highly recommend some kind of reflective marking or address at the driveway end on the road. In the dark it is almost impossible to find the drive and the road is dangerous with fast moving traffic. Thank you for sharing your property.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021