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Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife

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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Check out the area

Map
Traverse City, MI
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake11 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationTurtle Creek Stadium16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach17 min drive

Space details

1 bathroom, sleeps 3
46 sq m
Common area
    1 queen bed
    2 sofa beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife

East Bay Township STR License #STR2022-0004

Rivershire is on Ottawa and Chippewa land. As stewards of this land, we practice sustainability, inclusiveness, and welcome diversity.

The Retreat at Rivershire offers rustic cottage charm on the banks of the Boardman River, a Blue Ribbon trout stream. Open floor plan features picture window with amazing river views and possible wildlife sightings (trout, blue heron, beaver, otter, marten, muskrat, etc.), A/C, queen bed, comfortable futon, private bath, complete kitchen with dishes, glassware, pans, and utensils if you enjoy cooking your own meals, charcoal grill, private dock, and riverside patio. Cozy comfort awaits just steps from the river and minutes from downtown Traverse City. Shopping, restaurants for any taste and budget, and wineries/breweries/distilleries all nearby. Bring a book, your own kayaks, and fly-rods for peaceful relaxation and river enjoyment. Hiking trails just minutes away. Take in the scenic beauty of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay beaches, Brown Bridge Quiet Area (just two minutes away), Leelanau County, Benzie County, Old Mission Peninsula and more within minutes by car.

Located just 10 minutes from Traverse City, The Retreat at Rivershire Cabin offers peace and quiet in a natural setting with easy access to all that Traverse City and the surrounding area has to offer. Gaze up at the stars and planets in the night sky as the river flows smoothly by. Minutes away from Brown Bridge Quiet Area for accessible nature hikes and Ranch Rudolph for kayak rental and horseback riding. If you're looking for quiet, cozy comfort and plenty of rustic, natural charm, The Retreat at Rivershire Cabin is for you! Owner lives on the property and looks forward to welcoming you!

Please note: The Retreat at Rivershire offers quiet relaxation and enjoyment of property in a scenic nature setting. Fraternity/sorority gatherings and bachelor/bachelorette parties are not permitted. Also, per our house rules, only children ages 13-17 are permitted with accompanying adult(s). Minimum age for an accompanying adult is 25. Thank you for understanding and following these guidelines.

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Property manager

Tricia Frey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Studio
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. City Opera House and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Spider Lake - 11 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 16 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 17 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 17 min drive
  • Front Street - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peegeo's - 16 min drive
  • Village Ice Cream Shoppe - 8 min drive
  • Taqueria TC Latino Dos - 11 min drive
  • K I Bar And Grill - 8 min drive
  • A. Papano's Pizza - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Forest Lakes and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Arbutus Lake. Spider Lake and Rennie Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful River Cabin
We really enjoyed our stay here and meeting Tricia. She was very friendly and helpful. The cabin came with all the amenities we needed. It's location along the river is beautiful. We were close enough to stores and restaurants to not be inconvenienced. Trips to the nearby lighthouses, state and national recreation areas could easily be made.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S., Midland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay.
Absolutely everything we were looking for. Beautiful, peaceful, adorable cabin on the Boardman River. Tricia our Host was absolutely amazing. We are already checking out next years dates to visit this location again! RiverShire is everything and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Suzie L., Kalamazoo, MI

Nice stay!
Great communication, assisted us with unexpected early check in, friend watching property was just SUPER! Was everything we needed for the stay. Folks, this a cabin on the river, if cobwebs/bugs or a bit of a musty smell, etc is going to bother you, this may not be the place for you. It was very clean otherwise, bathroom linens fresh and well appointed for our stay. Only negative was there wasn’t much for privacy. Neighbor was blowing leaves most of a day, a lot of time right outside the window. There is a dock across the river that people were frequently fishing from, staring directly in bay window (blind is there but tied in a fashion we did not feel it was intended to be lowered) and of course random kayakers going by. Not a big deal for us, but could be important to others. I would 100% stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and cozy!
We loved Rivershire❤️ Nice, quiet, and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Found some inner peace
I booked the Rivershire to have peace at the one year anniversary of my husband’s passing. I knew I needed to be near water and in the woods as that’s where we found our peace and joy when together. I could not have asked for a more perfect setting. Tricia even left flowers from her garden and a beautiful card outside my door when she found out the reason for my stay.I slept 9-10 hours each of the 4 nights! That’s not like me at all, I’m lucky to get 7 most nights. Tricia’s book is a must read as well. I couldn’t be happier with my stay.❤️☮️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Good location, nice view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin
Cozy cabin right on the river
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Serenity
Wonderful place! Peaceful and close to Traverse City. Several attractions just a short drive away!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P., Grand Rapids Michigan USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy time with nature
This little cottage on the Boardman River offers the comforts of home with a lovely view of the Boardman River and all the nature that surrounds it. The cottage is clean and well appointed. The owner, Tricia Frey, made us feel welcome and assured us that she would be available if we needed anything. As it turned out, we had all we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Cabin
Loved waking up each morning and sitting beside the river. Quaint little cabin. Awesome experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023