Escape to Cozy Cottage on the Boardman River, a secluded retreat surrounded by 5 acres of forest and nestled along the tranquil banks of a blue-ribbon trout stream. Enjoy activities like hiking, kayaking, or fishing in this serene setting. Unwind by the wood-burning fireplace or gather around the fire pit with loved ones.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.
Cozy Cottage on Boardman River.
Just 14 miles east of downtown Traverse City, this riverfront cottage is a retreat off the beaten path but still close enough to get to the region's other attractions. The cottage sits on 5 acres along the banks of the Boardman River, a blue-ribbon trout stream nestled deep in the woods of the Pere Marquette State Forest.
Sleeps 8 with 3 queen beds, 2 single beds in 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large open kitchen-dining-living area with a wood-burning fireplace. In addition to its own private river frontage, it butts up to adjacent state land offering additional river frontage and hiking trails. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, inner-tubing, swimming, fishing, fly fishing, morel mushrooming, bird watching, and snowshoeing.
1.8 miles to the Supply Road Snowmobile and ORV staging area and trails. 2 miles to the VASA Singletrack Trailhead for fat biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and hiking. 3 miles to Ranch Rudolph horseback riding trails. 10.2 miles to Flint Fields for the Horses by the Bay Horse Show.
-- THE PROPERTY –
Charcoal Grill | Fire Pit | Fireplace
Sleeps 8.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed || Bedroom 2: Two Queen Beds, Two Twin Beds
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, central A/C
MISC:
-- POLICIES --
- Pet allowed with a non-refundable fee
- No smoking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Cancellation: Reservations canceled at least 30 days before arrival will receive a full refund. Reservations canceled between 14 and 30 days before arrival will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days before arrival.
-NOTE: For the security of our guests and the safety of the home, we have external security cameras.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails 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)
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 are 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
Is Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Twin Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Forest Lakes and South Branch Nature Preserve. Twin Lakes is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
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We had a fantastic time at this beautiful home. The glass windows and huge deck allowed for great visibility of the changing colors on the trees. Taking a walk on the trail by the river is such a nice way to start the day. Wonderful place and comfy beds.
Very new house in serene environment, surrounded by woods including a little stream in the back of the property. We liked the seclusion, yet not too far from Traverse City, beaches, wineries (15-30 minutes drive).
Klaus M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin B.
16 June 2024
Perfect secluded location
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 place was awesome!
This property is gorgeous. Very clean, very peaceful and sits along the boardman river. 20 min drive to Traverse City but away from everyone. We loved the layout and everything was top notch! This is a must!
cody b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roger M.
28 Sept 2023
Boys trip
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 all enjoyed our visit it was a beautiful place to stay
This property was the perfect space for all of us… Plenty of beds, bathrooms, and the living area was so cozy with the fireplace… The outside is absolutely beautiful and the river was so fun to walk down to… Close enough to Traverse City to do shopping, but also go to other towns nearby. This is a place. I will definitely come back to and recommend to others. My group of girlfriends do an annual trip every year and this was a perfect choice.
Cheri M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah G.
31 Aug 2024
Best chill vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Perfect way to see Michigan for a first timer. Close to TC and within driving of Sleeping Bear and Old Mission Peninsula. Bonus is the river in the back yard.
Deborah G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Todd B.
5 Aug 2023
Great River Cabin
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 location: close enough to Traverse City yet definitely out in the country. Beautiful property on the river and a great cabin. Very clean and spacious. Perfect vacation spot!
Todd B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne B.
21 Nov 2023
Fantastic Place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My Husband and I had a wonderful time. The house has everything you need and is very clean. The property is just beautiful. We really enjoyed walking the trails around the river so peaceful.
Suzanne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
HEIDI C.
21 May 2024
Great family weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our son had a soccer tournament in Traverse City and we stayed at the Cozy Cottage for a weekend. Our 3 boys loved the bunk room! The entire cottage was updated and so cute, we loved all the big windows and used the fire pit every night!
HEIDI C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Winston W. W.
10 Oct 2023
Awsome
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:
This property was beautiful. The ONLY issue we had was the Mosquitoes. They were awful. Other than that, top notch.
Winston W. W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
18 June 2024
A Fun and Comfortable Place for Our Family to Come Together
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Most everything you may require was there. We had ample space for our party of six to move around, or gather and catch up. Lots of seating areas indoors and out. Nice sized kitchen to work in and continue the visit with family/friends gathered at the counter. Lots of windows for viewing the wildlife. Comfortable beds. My family had a memorable time.
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Larry S.
29 Sept 2023
Beautiful Riverside Retreat
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 Cozy River Cottage was a great place to stay. A gorgeous cabin with an incredible setting in the woods. My sunrise walk to flyfish was less than 300 feet. While no fish graced my lures it was very relaxing. Only negative experience was the malfunctioning Direct TV volume- but we didnt go there for television.
This house is AMAZING!! Modern with all the right amenities and decorated with just the right amount of natural accents. Plus it’s surrounded by the beauty of nature, the Boardman River and a carpet of ferns. We were in the area to fish Grand Traverse Bay, Torch Lake and ended up in Petoskey’s Little Traverse Bay. We were with another couple who also brought their fishing boat. It was a little tight backing up 2 boats/trailers but there was plenty of room once we got them down the driveway. Beds were comfy, showers were fabulous, and there wasn’t anything we needed that it didn’t have. The only thing we couldn't find in the listing was if we needed charcoal for the grill….you do. But there’s a Dollar General not very far that solved that!
We loved it so much that we chose to stay on the property on our last night instead of heading into Elk Rapids for dinner just to enjoy the surroundings on the spacious deck!
Highly recommend and will stay there again in a heartbeat!!
Tammy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chris B.
20 Oct 2023
Cozy Cottage review
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
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:
This incredible cottage sits on 5 acres of beautiful and secluded property. We loved the setting, even with rainy 40° weather, but our week was ruined to find that we had been unaware that we were under surveillance by an outdoor hidden camera monitoring our every move inside the great room. Though apparently intended for security purposes on the sliders which have no window treatments, it was unsettling. VisitUpNorth dismissed our concerns and suggested we simply unplug the camera during the remainder of our stay but instructed us to plug it back in upon our departure. The camera should have been disclosed. A report was filed with the Grand Traverse Sheriff’s Dept.
It was very clean and roomy, even for being a little on the smaller size overall. Beds were comfortable, everything was working, clean and in order. We didn't go at the prettiest time of year but it was still a really nice property - even better in the summer I am sure. Would highly recommend!
House was VERY clean! Pet friendly. Fully stocked & furnished. Property is absolutely gorgeous & Very peaceful. The river is so clear & clean. We will 100% be booking here again!
Elisabeth C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jami K.
5 Aug 2025
Super place to land!
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 great time at this property! It was very peaceful, well appointed, and just overall enjoyable
This place is amazing, beautiful inside and out right by the river and a perfect location right outside of Traverse City. Would recommended to everyone!
Jason G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheri L.
20 July 2025
Perfect get away!
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:
This home had everything we needed. The setting is not only gorgeous but is peaceful.
First impression of house and property was amazing! You will not be disappointed in this choice. Home was well supplied. You may want to bring a few more kitchen towels if you plan on washing several dishes. We enjoyed the peaceful river and walks through the wooded area and Brown Bridge road.
Beth B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David S.
18 Oct 2025
In the trees by the river
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage still being fairly new was mostly clean and well kept. The setting was beautiful among trees by the river. We enjoyed the fire pit and the surrounding chairs. Loved the design and layout of the cottage and the generous offerings of the host. My only wish would be to have some window coverings in the main area of the house for nighttime.