Title: Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3577&destination=Traverse+City%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=90691617&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. ## Photo gallery for Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers - Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90700000/90691700/90691617/616170e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. 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(Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90700000/90691700/90691617/a58ac57e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### 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 OUTDOORS: Charcoal grill, deck, grassy lawn, hammock, fire pit, lounge chairs, outdoor dining table & chairs, patio, picnic table INDOORS: WIFI, Smart TV, satellite TV, board games, wood-burning fireplace KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, electric teapot, blender, waffle maker, dishwasher, trash bags, paper towels 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 ### Beach - On the beach ### 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 - Firepit ### 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 - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94956500/94956452/92067948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Traverse City Cabin \~ 16 Mi to Dtwn! 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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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1118-247366 ## About the area Located in Traverse City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours. [Visit our Traverse City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City.dx3577) [View more Holiday homes in Traverse City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3577-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.67367%2C-85.39867&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9uehKJrl93sXYe7S7W1gRRNqKQ4=) Traverse City, MI ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/720908223088177152/17cb24de-0654-4717-ac57-ef4e21312b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Traverse City Beach 18 min drive \- 13.5 miles - ![Pie is Life! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3577/46519bfa-739e-470f-b723-fd8d051380e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Street 24 min drive \- 16.2 miles - ![The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338717/4ec1b1d4-8e29-4ef8-9f46-fdffac545888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torch Lake 28 min drive \- 23.9 miles - Twin Lake 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Turtle Creek Stadium 29 min drive \- 20.4 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Yankee Boy 11 min drive - Peegeo's 16 min drive - peegeos 8 min drive - Dr. Jekyll's 17 min drive - Ricos Cafe & Pizzeria 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.? ### What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.? ### What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.? ### Where is Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 32 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### peder e. 30 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location Had a fantastic time. Close enough to all the things we wanted to do. ##### peder e. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan L. 12 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cottage 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. ##### Megan L. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Klaus M. 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for recreation 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 Jun 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! ##### Kevin B. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### cody b. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful & relaxing spot! 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 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheri M. 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect girls weekend getaway 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 #### 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 ##### Roger M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 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 Jun 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. ##### Larry S. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy G. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolute Gem!! 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. ##### Chris B. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy W. 24 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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! ##### Cindy W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisabeth C. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bf56a9ad-98a8-4f80-a817-08a62f0e3ef5-1754512379854.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14ae2702-73c4-437c-bfdc-f35fee56c26f-1754512382016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e2eaa469-a95d-4bdb-b41d-c277de2b83d0-1754512378963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/98235932-3ba0-482b-9d88-8f111498560a-1754512378718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### 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 ##### Jami K. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheri L. 20 Jul 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. ##### Cheri L. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth B. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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. ![Back of house at night](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fbef7c03-ced7-4ca4-9f2a-c31b9f662e3c-1756842871292.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fire pit behind house](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/25c405e3-301d-42b5-b630-a17450b8f879-1756842869753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Kitchen, thumbs up!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/04bcb820-584f-4d3e-8d45-aefe25a39522-1756842870907.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Short trail back of house leading to river ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/af4a932f-0e6c-43ba-af3b-894d21ddab3a-1756842874296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Beth B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason G. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! 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 #### 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. ##### David S. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik G. 1 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and Quiet If peace and quiet is what you’re after, then this is the place for you. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. No complaints. ##### Erik G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duane C. 17 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home This home is everything it says it is! Would recommend to a friend. ##### Duane C. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ---