Title: Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. 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=34323203&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ## Photo gallery for Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ![Exterior - Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34323300/34323203/557273e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34323300/34323203/88762ce1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34323300/34323203/90-ca34539f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34323300/34323203/180-dfa9fbd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. (Traverse City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34323300/34323203/180-c0c3ce1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to River Life Paradise, a serene 2,000 sq ft home with a sprawling front and back yard along the Boardman River. Enjoy the screened in porch, large shaded deck and views of the river from just feet away. With two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a loft that sleeps up to eight people plus an open floor plan with fully appointed kitchen (except dishwasher) you can unwind in this peaceful retreat. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. East Bay Township Short Term Rental License Number: EBT-STR003162 River Life Paradise – Spacious Riverfront Home Near Traverse City | 2BR + Loft, Sleeps 8 | Pet Friendly | Kayaking, Fishing & More Welcome to River Life Paradise, your peaceful retreat nestled along the beautiful Boardman River, just 10 miles outside of Traverse City, Michigan. This spacious 2,000 sq ft home offers room to relax, reconnect, and recharge with direct river frontage, a screened-in porch, shaded deck, and large private yard—perfect for families, groups, or couples looking for a nature-filled escape with modern comforts. Surrounded by towering trees and the sounds of flowing water, you’ll feel like you’re deep in the woods—but you’re just a short drive to the best of Traverse City’s dining, wineries, beaches, and shops. 🏡 Property Overview 2 Bedrooms + Loft | 2 Full Bathrooms Sleeps up to 8 guests Downstairs master: King bed Upstairs bedroom: 2 Queen beds Loft area: 1 Queen bed Open-concept layout with full kitchen (no dishwasher) Large dining area and cozy living room with river views 6–8 person sectional sofa Laundry room with washer & dryer 🌿 Outdoor Features Screened-in porch and shaded deck Large front and back yards – great for games, grilling, or relaxing Just feet from the banks of the Boardman River Bonfire pit, BBQ grill, and picnic table On-site private hiking trail through woods and natural areas Crystal-clear river access for kayaking, tubing, and swimming 🎣 On-Site Activities & Nature Kayaking, canoeing & tubing on the Boardman River (equipment available upon request) Blue Ribbon trout fishing – renowned for Brown and Brook trout Swimming & rock hunting in cool, clear waters Wildlife watching: Bald eagles, deer, beavers, otters, hawks, owls, and more Birding & mushroom hunting in the surrounding forest Painting & photography opportunities with every sunrise and sunset 🌟 Explore Traverse City – Just 10 Miles Away River Life Paradise offers peace and privacy with quick access to everything Traverse City has to offer. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure, culinary delights, or seasonal festivals, it’s all just a short drive away: 🍷 Wineries & Breweries Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail – scenic tasting rooms with lake views Leelanau Peninsula wineries Local breweries: Right Brain Brewery, Hop Lot Brewing Co., Rare Bird Brewpub 🏖 Beaches & Parks Clinch Park Beach in downtown TC Traverse City State Park – perfect for picnics and swimming Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – hike the dunes or cruise scenic M-22 🍽 Dining & Shopping Farm-to-table restaurants like The Cook’s House, Trattoria Stella, and Boathouse Downtown Traverse City for boutique shopping, art galleries, and cherry treats 🗓 Events & Seasonal Fun National Cherry Festival (July) Traverse City Film Festival Fall color tours, pumpkin patches, and harvest festivals Winter activities: skiing at Crystal Mountain, snowmobiling, and ice fishing 🚴‍♀️ Outdoor Recreation ATV & snowmobile trails just 1/4 mile from the house Horseback riding at Ranch Rudolph Nearby trails for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing ✅ Home Amenities Air Conditioning / Radiant Heat High-Speed Wireless Internet Internet TV (Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime) Fire pit + BBQ grill Washer/Dryer Fully stocked kitchen (no dishwasher) Plenty of on-site parking Whether you’re fly fishing at dawn, paddling down the river, stargazing by the fire pit, or sipping local wine after a beach day, River Life Paradise offers a true taste of Pure Michigan. Relax in comfort, surrounded by the sounds and sights of the wild—then venture into Traverse City for unforgettable experiences. 🗓 Reserve your stay today—dates book fast, especially in peak seasons! Keywords: Traverse City Vacation Rental, Boardman River Home, Waterfront, Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, Pet Friendly, Family Friendly, Hot Tub Nearby, Kayaking, Fishing, Wine Trail, Cherry Festival, Hiking, Snowmobiling, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Pure Michigan ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property - Note from host: smoking in any building will result in removal ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Kayak - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Canoeing nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/114800/114770/df072d76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 1,818 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 19 Apr - 20 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=114770&PinnedHotelID=114770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115720000/115718100/115718091/507e60f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa Downtown Traverse City - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Please contact us directly to set up events 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 and a deadlock 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 Registration Number 2021-0011 ### Property is also known as Private Campsite Expierience Boardman River 18 Acres Woods Private Expierience Boardman River 18 Acres Woods Traverse City Private Campsite Expierience Boardman River 18 Acres Woods Private Expierience Boardman River 18 Acres Woods Traverse City Private Expierience Boardman River 18 Acres Woods ## 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [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%7C44.64677%2C-85.54446&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t3bPeCd1HnW1aq5hW2hXv2-vw1w=) Traverse City, MI ### What's nearby - ![View of Spider Lake with numerous trees in Traverse City, Michigan, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194280/e56b6571-a1a1-4156-9f7e-b1e4d13d21bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spider Lake 6 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Forest Lakes 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Arbutus Lake 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - Rennie Lake 8 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Turtle Creek Stadium 13 min drive \- 8.1 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Culver's 13 min drive - McDonald's 12 min drive - Burger King 12 min drive - Taco Bell 12 min drive - Samsara 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ? ### What time is check-in at Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ? ### What time is check-out at Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. ? ### Where is Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Riverfront home. 10 Min to TC but far enough away from it all. 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 84 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John O. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great spot to enjoy the outdoors. Lots of stuff to do in the area. Host communicated well. ##### John O. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seth P. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Great location, beautiful property. ##### Seth P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience! The location was great and not too far from Traverse City and what we planned to do. We came up for a friend’s bachelor trip and the house gave all 8 of us a comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend this spot! ##### Robert L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen P. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property is everything! We enjoyed being close to the city while enjoying the privacy and quietness of the property. The house had everything we needed and more! We will definitely be back. ##### Kristen P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marygail M. 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River life Excellent place to stay. Lodging well maintained and location close to many great places to explore. Use of kayaks a plus! ##### Marygail M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua S. 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This house has everything you need for a week away. The location to Traverse city is great, the house is fully stocked with everything you might have forgotten and sitting by the river is unmatched. Would give them more stars if I could. Will definitely be back. ##### Joshua S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John N. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is a wonderful home situated on the beautiful Boardman RIver. Enjoy all the Grand Traverse region, return to dip your toes in the river, and prepare a home cooked meal in the well stocked kitchen. Our family loved every minute! We would return in a heartbeat. Thank you for sharing. ##### John N. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dusty B. 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an absolutely amazing time at Riverside House! Hosts are wonderful, location is perfect, the house and property are beautiful and SO well stocked. We could not have asked for anything more. John gave us great suggestions to make our trips into the city even better and our kayak trip was the perfect ending. Thank you for sharing your space with us. We will be back! ##### Dusty B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara S. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable This home is very comfortable and clean. Beautiful scenery with the trees and running stream. So many great hiking trails. The owner (John) is super friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Barbara S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole T. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Great location. Short drive to Traverse City. House has everything you need. The river is peaceful. ##### Nicole T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan W. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dan Wojcik Wonderful. Ideal for families and right onna beautiful river . Very peaceful and quit. Younger folks enjoyed the kayak float ##### Dan W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie S. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious This place was accommodating and had enough space for teenagers to be separate from adults. The owners were very friendly and made the stay easy! Plenty of towels and kitchen utensils. Hoping yo stay again next year! ##### Katie S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon H. 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mother/Daughter Girls Weekend This is a great property! We were very satisfied with the accommodations for our group of 5, the cleanliness of the home and all of the amenities provided. Relaxing outside by the river was so peaceful. We hope to return again. Thanks for sharing with us! ##### Sharon H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra L. 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2nd stay at this great Property! We were so happy to return to this beautiful river house. The location right on the river is so close you can hear the river rushing. The house is so well stocked and the beds are really comfortable. John our host is a terrific person and so easy to communicate with. and so helpful. There are great trails for hiking close by and the river is great for Kayaking. Can't wait to return! ##### Debra L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan B. 29 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rest and relaxation My children and grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed this location on the river. Not only could they play and fish but the host took several of the grandkids 3 hour up the river and let them use his kayaks to paddle back to the house. Wenjoyed the ##### Susan B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail T. 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Must visit! We stayed at John’s for my bachelorette weekend. I wanted something more laid back and in nature. John’s place is absolutely amazing! The location, the river, and house are just to die for. I can’t wait to venture back. The house has everything you could need, we didn’t cook but there was every amenity you could think of. We will definitely be back! ##### Abigail T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally P. 21 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway The location was awesome. Beautiful being on the river. Host was very helpful and made our kayaking experience fun. We enjoyed fishing even without success. Beds were comfy, may need new pillows on some. Very interesting furnishings. A bit of a museum, which we enjoyed. Could use a minimizing of things, but we loved the space and would definitely do it again. A lot of history here.💕 ##### Sally P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy S. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best of the Best Properties “Awesome house/property”, was the initial statement from everyone in my party upon arriving at the house. The river is so soothing to watch and listen to. The owner let us use 2 Kayaks which we did a 1-hr, slice of heaven, leisurely run ending up at our property!!! Our 4 and 5 y/o thought it was their favorite part of our trip…along with the fire pit that evening. The hospitality we received was tops. We definitely will be back again. ##### Nancy S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendi L. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Sibling Trip "FABULOUS" sums it up! What a great time we had staying at this property. The home accommodated the seven of us perfectly. The beds were very comfortable. The outdoor space was beautiful. John, the property owner, was easy to work with and responded to questions promptly. He arranged for us to kayak which was much appreciated. We left our trip with plans to return. By far this was the best VRBO experience we've had. Thank you, John, for making our stay a memorable one. Cheers! ##### Wendi L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property, well maintained and excellent accommodations from John. I highly recommend stay at this property! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara W. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Convenient location and amenities, gorgeous view, and super relaxing surroundings! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cc1f9514-4ddf-4635-934a-9db72e43d9ce-1753049220262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/785d4eba-0419-45c2-9ec9-b1983f423967-1753049219283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sara W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time. The location along the river ensured fun activities and there were lots of spaces inside and out to sit with family and visit. We would love to stay again next time we visit Traverse City. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay over July 4th weekend. Everything was perfect- the house, the water and entire stay! We loved our kayak trip down the river. Thank you for being fabulous hosts! ##### Susan C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### TheIcedLatte 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very beautiful home! The temperature inside was perfect, the TV and sound system was amazing, and the creek was beautiful. Id love to stay here again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f6163bc6-c53d-41d5-b535-0aeea30cddb4-1754928595129.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### TheIcedLatte Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chase B. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great time, cabin was perfect was nice having the river right in the back. JOHN was a great host very accommodating. Would recommend! ##### Chase B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ---