🌅 Évasion au bord de la rivière | Sauna + Kayaks | Week-end Memorial ➠ 800

THE TRUE NORTH presents… 🌅 Riverfront Escape | Sauna + Kayaks | Memorial Wknd ➠ 800

Trade the noise of everyday life for a peaceful stay along the Boardman River—without giving up the convenience of downtown Traverse City. This cozy three-bedroom, two-bath home blends waterfront surroundings, modern comfort, and easy access to Northern Michigan's best experiences.

With approximately 1,400 square feet of living space, an open layout, and a location just minutes from downtown, Riverfront Escape is an inviting home base for families, couples, and small groups. Spend the day exploring Traverse City's beaches and wine country, paddle the area's waterways, or enjoy the city's restaurants and shops before coming back to your own quiet retreat by the river.

Perfect For

Families, couples, small groups, wine-country weekends, outdoor adventures, festival getaways, and anyone looking for a peaceful waterfront stay near downtown Traverse City. Pets are welcome with an applicable fee.

The Home

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps up to 6

Primary bedroom: 1 King-size bed
Second bedroom: 1 Queen-size bed
Downstairs bedroom: 2 Twin-size beds
Pullout sofa in the common area
2 full bathrooms
Open-concept living and dining area
Fully equipped kitchen
The thoughtfully arranged layout gives groups plenty of room to spend time together while still providing comfortable spaces to retreat at the end of the day.

Life by the Boardman River

The river is the star of the stay. Step outside for morning coffee, enjoy the changing scenery throughout the day, or slow down in the evening as the water and surrounding landscape create a naturally relaxing atmosphere.

With Boardman Lake and the surrounding waterways nearby, outdoor adventures are easy to build into your stay. Spend your mornings on the water, afternoons exploring Traverse City, and evenings back at the river.

Comfortable Living

The bright, open living area creates a welcoming place to gather after a day of exploring. Stretch out on the comfortable seating, stream a favorite show, or share a meal around the dining area.

The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to enjoy breakfast before heading out, prepare lunch between adventures, or settle in for dinner at home after a day in wine country.

Explore Traverse City

Riverfront Escape gives you easy access to the best of Traverse City and Northern Michigan.

Downtown Traverse City is just minutes away, putting restaurants, breweries, shopping, beaches, and waterfront attractions within easy reach. Explore the Grand Traverse wine region, spend the day kayaking or walking along the water, or discover the area's trails and outdoor recreation.

When winter arrives, nearby ski resorts and trails make the area a year-round destination.

Amenities for an Easy Stay

Enjoy the practical comforts that make longer stays and group trips simple, including high-speed WiFi, a Smart TV, central climate control, a full-size washer and dryer, fresh linens and towels, and free parking.

Keypad entry at the front and garage doors makes arrival simple and convenient.

Welcome Perks

Start your stay with a bottle of Chateau Chantal Celebrate sparkling wine and complimentary access to Iron House Gym.

You can also arrange optional experiences and services such as private chefs, professional photographers, event planners, in-home massage, grocery delivery, and pre-arrival refrigerator stocking.

Additional services must be arranged in advance and may carry additional charges.

Local Perks

Guests can enjoy special offers from participating local businesses, including discounts at Chateau Chantal Winery, The Magic Shuttle Bus, Legacy Boat Rentals, Paddle TC, Original Hot Yoga, Edson Farms Natural Food Market, Playa Bowls, and Bay Bread Company.

Availability, restrictions, and exclusions may vary by business.

Good to Know

Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
Pets are welcome with an applicable fee
No smoking inside
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Daily housekeeping is not included
Your Up North Escape Starts Here

Wake up beside the Boardman River. Spend the day discovering Traverse City's beaches, wineries, trails, and downtown. Then come home to a quiet waterfront setting where you can slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the best part of Northern Michigan—being here.

Reserve your Traverse City getaway and make Riverfront Escape your home base for the adventure.