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Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River!

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Outdoor spa tub
Interior
Pool
Miscellaneous
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14267.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Traverse City, MI
  • Turtle Creek Stadium
    9 min drive
  • Grand Traverse Mall
    12 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    13 min drive
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    15 min drive

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About the area

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve and Turtle Creek Stadium. .This vacation home is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Lake Michigan and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Forest Lakes.

What's nearby

  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 9 min drive
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 12 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 13 min drive
  • Centre Ice Arena - 15 min drive
  • Front Street - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River!

Retreat to Northern Michigan with your family or friends and book this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, Traverse City vacation rental! This riverfront home features 2 Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen, and an awesome outdoor space fit for the whole group. Stay on-site and lounge in the hot tub or roast s’mores over the fire pit! When you’re ready to explore, head downtown for quaint shopping or visit Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park and swim in Grand Traverse Bay. The Great Lakes State awaits!
The space
2,880 Sq Ft | Private Location | In-Unit Laundry | Outdoor Dining Area

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Triple Twin Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, wood-burning stove, dining table, breakfast bar, laptop workspace, game room w/ home theater system & pool table, ceiling fans

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, private hot tub, heaters, wood-burning fire pit, basketball hoop, riverfront seating area, river views, fishing, skiing & snowmobiling nearby

The Firefly Lodge has a sister home next door (Boardman Monarch), in case your family group or company retreat needs space for up to 26 people!

Firefly Lodge offers:
- Pool table
- Cozy wood stove
- Nintendo mini
- Large smart TVs
- Stocked laundry room
- Well-equipped kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi

The southern exposure means lots of light throughout the day!

2-person stays can receive discounted cleaning fee ($150), if you request before booking! (Extra unclaimed guests will be charged for at $150/person.)

Additional pets can be approved for an additional pet fee!

We welcome you into your many happy memories!


KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spices, drip/Keurig coffee maker, microwave, toaster

GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central A/C & heating, linens/towels, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryers

FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), access requires a few stairs, 1st-floor bedroom, exterior security camera (facing out), quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)

PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles)
Guest access
All.
Other things to note
Boardman river is fairly cold, but many people enjoy fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing!

Firefly Lodge is very close to The Brown Bridge Quiet Area, which offers miles of hiking trails. Like to snowmobile? We are in close proximity to the Boardman Valley Trail System's 81 miles of trails! We are close to the Vasa Single Track, a great Mountain Bike trail system. In addition, the Vasa is home to 25 km of groomed cross-country trails. Mount Holiday is only 11 minutes away, a local downhill ski hill that also offers snow tubing and zip lining. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort is only 27 miles away.

This setting is perfect for relaxing riverfront vacationing away from the hustle of town, but be sure to leave time for a short 15-minute drive to the city. Traverse City is well known for its lakefront, with countless shops and restaurants. The greater Traverse City Area is nationally recognized for Old Mission Peninsula's and the Leelanau Peninsula's many wineries, as well as the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.

Short stays, weekly and monthly, are available. Traverse City Horse Shows at Flintfields Horse Park is 26 minutes from this location. Downtown Traverse City is just 15 minutes away.

An exceptional location for easy access to all the fun activities this great area has to offer while still being ‘away from it all.’ Festivals abound in this area, including Traverse City Film Festival, beer, music, and wine Festivals, and The Cherry Festival. Terrific shopping in waterfront villages and towns.

House Rules:
• Non-smoking. (There will be a $1000 penalty for smoking inside the premises.)

Distance to:
• Downtown Traverse City (7.3 mi)
• Cherry Capital Airport (7.8 mi)
• Traverse City State Park Beachh (9.5 mi)
• Meijer (7.4 mi)
• AMC Classic Cherry Blossom 14 (6.8 mi)
• Chateau Grand Traverse Winery (17 mi)
• Grand Traverse Brewing Company (4.5 mi)
• Munson Medical Center (9.1 mi)
• Interlochen Center for the Arts (11 mi)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Natalie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Video games
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2880 sq ft (267.6 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

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Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

andy p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic and comfortable!
Beautiful property and house that comfortably accommodated our group of 14. Highly recommend for a getaway in Traverse City. We especially enjoyed having direct access to the Boardman River. Hosts were lovely. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for our family gathering!
We found this to be the perfect spot for our family. A wonderful blend of nature, fishing, hiking, and relaxing together. Close enough to take in a few Traverse City activities, but also the state parks that surround this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024