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Traverse City Log Cabin Boardman River - YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS - 5 nts REQ May-Sept

Traverse City Log Cabin Boardman River - YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS - 5 nts REQ May-Sept

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The Riverdog Den sits on 780 ft.of river frontage.
4 Acres for you to enjoy!  Mostly wooded.
Children's area
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Overview of Traverse City Log Cabin Boardman River - YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS - 5 nts REQ May-Sept

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Popular LocationSpider Lake19 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)27 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach30 min drive
  • Popular LocationFront Street31 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Traverse City Log Cabin Boardman River - YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS - 5 nts REQ May-Sept

Welcome to "The Riverdog Den" YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS all year long!!!
Please note: 5 nights minimum May-Sept. STRICTLY ENFORCED.

Beautiful log cabin on the Boardman River above the old Brown Bridge Pond. 1,270 sq. ft. 2 story log cabin nestled among state land with lots of peace and privacy. 2 Bedroom W/Loft Area and 1 Bath on 4 acres of wooded land. 780 feet of prime fishing shoreline. This is your perfect fly fishing haven on Northern Michigan's best Blue Ribbon Trout Stream. You won't be disappointed. Wonderful wading waters out your front door.

Master Bedroom (lower level) = 1 king bed
Bunk Room (2nd level) = 1 king bed, 1 queen bed
Loft Area = 2 full size beds

*** Note: 5 nights minimum stay end of May through September.***
*** Standard Cleaning fee $125 plus $25 per bed used. Please specify how many beds you will use in your request****. Firewood available $5 per bundle.

Lovely interior living area with views of the river from any seat. Enjoy a cool evening around the blue stone fire pit next to the river.

Central heat and air-conditioning. No laundry. Dish TV provided. Internet provided.

Snowmobilers, you are 1 mile from Ranch Rudolf and Snow Blitz Snowmobile Rentals or bring your own trailer of sleds and jump on the trail #5 right out your front door. We have easy-in easy-out with a circle drive and plenty of parking. Showshoe the Muncie Lake Pathway or hike the Brown Bridge Quiet Area on the Boardman River trails a couple miles up the road.

Looking for summer family fun? There's lots of family fun to be found at Ranch Rudolf. Many of our guests enjoy horseback riding at the Ranch. Lots of tubing and kayaking to be had on this gorgeous river. The house is located 4 miles from the "Forks" kayak launch. Kayak down the river and take out at your front door!

Wine trail fans, you're only 20 minutes to the first winery on Old Mission Peninsula. Enjoy the fruits of your day swinging next to the river or enjoying nature and the view from the 4 season porch. Like to cook? My kitchen has everything. We provide both gas and charcoal grills for your use.

If you prefer to just relax, bring a book and read in front of the gas fireplace as the river rushes by or the snow falls outside. This is truly a place to sit, relax and unwind. You will surely see some wildlife. So, give yourself a break, get away from the grind and come relax on the Boardman River in the Riverdog Den. Life truly is "Better UP North."

You have lots of lodging options, but what sets our property apart is the incredible river frontage, the view, and the privacy you will have in this peaceful setting while being so close to Traverse City.

5 nights minimum stay Memorial Day through EO September, Thanksgiving, Xmas and NY.

NOTE: Fishing season: BOARDMAN RIVER IS CLOSED UPSTREAM OF KEYSTONE ROAD BRIDGE OCTOBER 1 TO LAST SATURDAY IN APRIL.

Property manager

Jacqueline Andres

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
As of 10/10/18 we no longer allow dogs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking.
House is on a septic system. Max 8 guests strictly enforced. Violation of this policy constitutes breach of this agreement and deposit forfeiture.
No campers or tents on property. Violation of this policy constitutes breach of this agreement and deposit forfeiture.
Maximum 4 vehicles on property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this cabin is on the waterfront. City Opera House and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Centre Ice Arena. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Flintfields Horse Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Spider Lake - 19 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 30 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 30 min drive
  • Front Street - 31 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peegeo's - 27 min drive
  • Village Ice Cream Shoppe - 21 min drive
  • Taqueria TC Latino Dos - 24 min drive
  • K I Bar And Grill - 21 min drive
  • A. Papano's Pizza - 21 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul J U., Roseburg Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and location
We very much enjoyed and appreciated this lovely cabin and its beautiful location on the banks for the Boardman River. The modern cabin was perfect with every thoughtful convenience and everything we might need. Jacque was a delight to meet and get to know as our host. Perfect location for a quiet, restful visit. Sincere thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
I highly recommend staying at The Riverdog Den! You will not be disappointed. Exceeded all our expectations from the moment we arrived. Serene, beautiful and clean! The sound of the river flowing and the peacefulness puts your mind at ease! Jacqueline was a gracious host! Making sure we were all set. We had everything we would ever need and more. Many memories made! We will be returning. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a week!
Our family arrived at Riverdog in several groups. One always wonders what it will be like, feel like, when VRBO pictures become reality. Let me tell you, Riverdog is beyond all that you might imagine from what Jacque has been able to show through the site. Within minutes of arrival, I texted my grown children (arriving the following day), "Hurry, this place is beyond the beyond." What we didn't know on Saturday was that we would be overwhelmed more and more as our week sped by. Jacque, thank you! Your and Mark's home provided us a rest much needed and stregthened our bonds as a family. Every detail was explained and Jacque was always available with suggestions and advice as our week progressed. To be sure, we look forward to returning. After 20 years of family vacation, we finally have a unanimous vote! Blessings to you, Jeff
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
This cabin is located on a beautiful, remote property, yet only about 25 minutes to downtown Traverse City. We really appreciated the kayaks and tubes that the host provided, as well as the option to transport us to a spot on the Boardman River where we could then paddle back to the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JeLaur W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun post Thanksgiving family vacation
We wanted a place in the woods with the cabin charm. This place is cozy and has all the amenities and more. Jacque is a delight. We had problems with the gas fire place and she came right out to help. 4 of us had plenty of room. We will be back - next time for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jacqueline Andres

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My husband and I live close to the property and will be managing it personally. Should you need anything we are only 5 minutes away.

Why they chose this property

Close to hiking, snowmobiling, horse back riding, kayaking, tubing, fishing and much much more!

I provide 4 kayaks and 4 tubes for your river enjoyment. Coming in the winter? I also provide tubes for snowtubing and 4 pair of snowshoes for your hiking pleasure!

What makes this property unique

Close to hiking, snowmobiling, horse back riding, kayaking, tubing, fishing and much much more!
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