The home itself and it's location/property were absolutely beautiful. We loved the private setting and the stream running through the back was a picturesque setting. This would be an easy 5 star if it was just cleaned a bit better. The dead files in the sills, the constant flow of living flies (even after killing many) was a constant nuisance. Additionally, the bay windows in the main living area is a fantastic feature of the home to look out on the stream. However, they were in desperate need of cleaning as was most of the carpet. We would certainly recommend this to anyone looking in the area but we'd also recommend that more detail put into the cleaning. If that happens, this is easily one of the best rentals in the area. We enjoyed our stay despite!
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/16/2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so pleased that you enjoyed the beautiful setting and features of the property. We do strive to ensure every detail is up to our guests' expectations. We take great pride in maintaining the highest standards for safety, cleanliness, and hospitality. Additionally, we had this home inspected by a team member to make sure everything was perfect before your arrival. This home is located in the woods along the river which can unfortunately allow bugs inside if the doors are left open. We apologize if areas of the home didn't meet our usual standards and want to let you know that we’re always here to make things right during your stay. We we’re never made aware of any concerns, like cleaning or maintenance needs during your stay. Our management team would have gladly addressed these issues right away to ensure a comfortable stay for you if only we would have known. We encourage guests to reach out with any issues so that we can resolve them promptly. Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable experience in the future!
Best Regards,
Bayshore Vacations
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/29/2024
We stayed at this beautiful property for a few days to celebrate a 70th birthday - 6 adults and a 3-year-old were all very comfortable in the space! The place was spotless and the location was absolutely unbeatable. Everything was even more magical than the pictures - would stay here again and highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing, off-the-beaten path stay with close proximity to tons of up north adventures!
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/9/2024
Thanks for the awesome review, Megan! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. See you soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/17/2024
Our rental was so peaceful. It was a beautiful log cabin on Boardman River 15 miles outside Traverse City.
We enjoyed the living quarters and comfortable beds.
The host was great! A nice place to stay nestled in the woods by the river.
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/30/2024
Thank you for your wonderful review, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear that you found our log cabin rental peaceful and enjoyed its beautiful setting by the river. It's great to know that the living quarters and comfortable beds added to your enjoyment. It's great to hear that you appreciate our customer service. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing stay by the river!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/17/2024
Loved this place for my family and I vacation! The dogs loved it as well. Private and peaceful! Lots of games or things to do! It’s was perfect! Would love to come back here.
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/15/2024
Hey Adara! Thank you so much for your kind review, it is deeply appreciated. We are excited to hear that you would like to stay with us again. We hope to have the pleasure to do so!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 6/22/2024
Nice stay on the river. In a quiet bend and a short drive to Traverse City and several trails. House was cozy and the river was refreshing.
- Anonymous , Posted: 5/5/2024
Thank you so much for this kind review, Dre. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and the surrounding areas of Boardman River Retreat. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 6/21/2024
Absolutely beautiful surroundings. We loved the river wrapping around the house. Tons of space, really nice bedroom spaces with comfortable beds and decorated with interesting historical photos and artifacts. Lots of games and things to do when the weather takes a downturn. Plenty of walking trails nearby and 15-20 minute drive to Traverse City. We loved our stay and would definitely stay again.
- Anonymous , Posted: 3/30/2024
Thanks, Kathleen for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 4/6/2024
Had a great time!! Would love to come back again! Place was as described and in a great location! Very cozy!
- Anonymous , Posted: 3/20/2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to be your hosts once again!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 3/23/2024
Such a gorgeous cabin in the woods on the river! Even better than the pictures. Lots of space to spread out and relax while gazing out at the river. Huge lot. We loved all the amenities, outdoor toys, and provided firewood. We are already planning our next stay here!
- Anonymous , Posted: 2/25/2024
Thanks Jessica for the awesome review! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you.
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 3/6/2024
House was great - lovely quiet spot.
- Anonymous , Posted: 2/5/2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you with us again soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 2/9/2024
This was an amazing location and the cabin was stunning. We felt that the dishes and kitchen ware were rather dirty, which was upsetting since the cleaning fee is so high. The hot tub wasn’t warming up so when I messaged the host, we were told that they’d get right back to us with instructions to fix it or have maintenance come fix it and we didn’t receive either, so we weren’t able to enjoy the hot tub unfortunately. Besides those hiccups, the place was very nice.
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/22/2024
We are sorry for the issues you experienced during your stay and the inconvenience caused to you and your guests. We will definitely take necessary actions to avoid these issues in your future stay with us. Thanks again for the feedback, it helps us continually improve our guest experience.
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/31/2024
Very nice place, great service.
A couple minor complaints; the stove is old and didn’t work well, and the dishwasher is utterly worthless.
Aside from that, we loved it.
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/20/2024
We are sorry for the issues you experienced during your stay and the inconvenience caused to you and your guests. We have addressed this with our team. Thanks again for the feedback, it helps us continually improve our guest experience.
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/21/2024
Beautiful property and a real cabin feel but without being cramped. So much room but felt cozy. A great time for kids and adults! Would love to come back in the summer.
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/15/2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you with us again soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/31/2024
Location was beautiful with the Boardman River wrapping around 3 sides of the cabin.
- Anonymous , Posted: 12/30/2023
Elaine, thank you for your review. We are happy you enjoyed our Boardman River Retreat, and hope to have you back soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/12/2024
We stayed over Christmas when it was unseasonably warm so we got to enjoy sitting by the river. The river lights are a welcome surprise. We also got to do some Christmas Day hiking at the Brown Bridge Quiet Area.
The home itself is very cozy and relaxing. The fire place is a great touch especially this time of year. The view of the river from the house is very relaxing. Everything was neat and clean and we had everything we needed for our Christmas dinner.
I wish we would have hiked down the property more and brought fishing poles but we had a short stay. I can only image how fun it would be in the summer!
As far as hosting, we didn’t have to reach out during our stay but they were responsive, helpful and kind when I reached out ahead of time.
- Anonymous , Posted: 12/27/2023
Thank you so much for the review, Chris! Your feedback means the world to us. It is amazing to hear you enjoyed the cabin. We hope to have the the pleasure of hosting you again soon, maybe to cast some poles in the river!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/12/2024
Beautiful cabin! Our family enjoyed our stay.
- Anonymous , Posted: 12/24/2023
Thank you so much for your review Yaminah, we deeply appreciate it. We are so happy to have hosted you and your family for Christmas. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the near future,
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 12/28/2023
Great place, great location and it lived up to the pictures and description - would certainly stay again!
- Anonymous , Posted: 11/25/2023
Hey Rob, thank you for your kind feedback. It is always great to hear that our home is being advertised as we'd hope. We would love to have the pleasure of hosting you again for a future stay!!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 12/7/2023
This was a perfect place for a cabin trip with friends. The morning sunrise can be seen by the riverside and is really beautiful. It was also cool that they have a functioning fireplace to help stay warm in the fall/winter. I also appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was with kitchenware and spices. Would definitely come again to see how the area looks in the spring/summer!
- Anonymous , Posted: 11/17/2023
Hey Maerone, thank you so much for the review. We are so happy you had a good time with your friends at our Boardman River Retreat. Its exciting to hear you'd like to return, we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 12/7/2023
Loved this place! Even more beautiful than the photos. Lots of character and charm. King beds in all bedrooms! Comfy beds. Hard to explain just how wonderful this place is. So thankful that the owner's are willing to share this piece of history with us. The view of the river is outstanding & the huge windows make it even more special. Wish I played the piano! So much room to find a quiet space all your own. It rained our entire time there - but we didn't care! Built a small fire in the fireplace one night. Lots of board & card games, books, a ping pong table, the beautiful piano, a nice hot tub & two huge TV's (one in the living room, one in the master bedroom). Lots more for summertime fun I'm sure. Would love to come back. Oh, and winter must just be beautiful here too! Alot of BnB's feel like a BnB - this one felt like a very special & loved family retreat. Thanks again to the Brick family for sharing it.
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/31/2023
It is a beautiful cabin, very peaceful. We had a great time!
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/4/2023
Hey Shivangi, thank you so much for your review! We are so happy you enjoyed your time at our cabin. We would love to host you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/24/2023
The view says it all. Peaceful, inviting, and very nostalgic too. Sitting by the river was intoxicating. Loved the rooms that overlook the scenery. A place to make memories & reset . Very family oriented.
- Anonymous , Posted: 9/26/2023
Hey Chris, we are so happy you enjoyed this slice of heaven as much as we do! Thank you so much for your review. We hope to have you back soon!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/24/2023
Great place
- Anonymous , Posted: 9/19/2023
Hey Tammy, we are happy you enjoyed your stay. Thank you so much for the review!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 10/16/2023
Amazing place!!
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/23/2023
Hey Avery, thank you so much for the kind review! We hope to host you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 8/7/2023
This property is absolutely beautiful. If you love a fast moving river, it’s literally out the back door. Unfortunately, there is some sort of water run off pipe that constantly drains into the river so you hear that over the sounds of the river. But the beauty surpasses that. We did enjoy the outdoor fire pit and hot tub. The night sky was unbelievable. Sit in the hot tub, turn off the lights and just look up. Fabulous. We didn’t use the kitchen appliances, except the frig, but the kitchen seems very well stocked with any kind of pot or pan you may need along with utensils of all sorts. Large bedrooms. It was just my daughter and I so we didn’t even go upstairs. The entrance door is hard to lock. Both from indoors and out. I could never get it, my daughter always had to lock it. The facilities are all great. Well water so be prepared for that. We just got lots of water jugs. Our stay was great and we hated to leave. Maybe I’ll get lucky and return some day
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/14/2023
Hi Merna! We are so thrilled to hear how peaceful your stay was. We hope you stay with us again!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/15/2023
An amazing place to stay. The river was great with all the toys you could want for a nice river trip. The house was spacious and the architecture was beautiful. 10/10 would recommend.
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/8/2023
Hi Jon! Thank you so much for this kind review! The home is amazing by its self, and once you add the river, it makes it even more great! We are so excited to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/12/2023
We absolutely loved our stay at the house. The host was very responsive when we reached out! The views of the river and quietness of the property was exactly what we were looking for. We’d definitely go back!
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/5/2023
Hey Leah! Thank you so much for this kind review and feedback! The peacefulness of being on the river is unmatched and we are happy that you were able to enjoy it!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/6/2023
Will be back for a longer stay and definitely more friends to take advantage of all the fun and endless activities the property and the owner provide :) this spot is perfect for a friends weekend or family vacation and you’ll find it is quite the gem !
- Anonymous , Posted: 7/5/2023
Hey Sean! This is amazing to hear! We are so excited that you enjoyed this home and its surroundings as much as we do! We can not wait to host you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/12/2023
One of the best places I’ve ever been
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/18/2023
Hey Ibri! Thank you so much for the nice review! We would absolutely love to host you at our Boardman River Retreat again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/6/2023
Absolutely beautiful home, private location. The river in the backyard was so serene and peaceful. We appreciated all the amenities. Host was very responsive. 10/10!!
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/12/2023
Hey Carmen! We are so happy you were able to experience our peaceful river retreat! We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you in the near future! Thank you so much!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/12/2023
Outstanding location. Very peaceful and relaxing location with lots to do. The was very clean and well stocked with supplies and amenities. Extremely comfortable bed and the hot tub was amazing. Definitely will be heading back.
- Anonymous , Posted: 5/31/2023
we initially had reservations somewhere else and had to cancel them. when things changed we looked at this rental. It turned out to be a great choice! The setting is exactly as pictured. It is peaceful, beautiful and close enough to other things in the area.
On our long weekend we took advantage of nearby nature trails and looked forward to returning to the cabin on the river each evening. One night we had a bon fire and on the last and chilliest night, we made a roaring fire in the fireplace. It was a great way to end our stay.
- Anonymous , Posted: 4/24/2023
Hey Maureen,
We deeply appreciate your feedback and are so thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Boardman River Retreat with your family. A Bonfire, while listening to the movement of the river, that is just a few steps away...doesn't get much better than that!
We hope to host you again in the near future! Thank you so much!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 5/4/2023
Cleaning fee excessive
- Anonymous , Posted: 2/22/2023
Hey Steve! We are happy you enjoyed your stay overall at Boardman River Retreat.
Ensuring that you have an exceptionally clean home upon arrival is what we pride ourselves in. We have some of the best cleaners in the area to ensure that the space will fall nothing short of perfect for your stay! We hope to host you again in the future, thank you so much for your feedback Steve!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 2/27/2023
Beautiful view! The place was very clean and felt comfortable. The door in the living room did creep open due to the wind causing a draft. The heaters that are provided in the house helped. We would rent this place again but would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the water.
- Anonymous , Posted: 2/6/2023
Hey Crystal! Thank you so much for this feedback! We will be sure to check out the functionality of the door in the living room to make sure it is secure! We hope to host you soon for a Northern Michigan summer getaway!!!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 2/23/2023
This was our second time staying at “The Cabin” We had a great time once again. It was wonderful to share this beautiful cabin with friends. The views are breathtaking. The amenities were perfect. We rang in the new year relaxing in the hot tub sipping Champagne. Cooked a huge meal for New Years Day and watch football by the fire. We played board games that are provided at the cabin. Enjoyed shopping in town and buying gifts. We are already planning for next year. Thank you Bayshore VR. we enjoyed it very much.
Barry Doyle
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/7/2023
Thank you Barry! We are so happy you returned back to our Boardman River Retreat, and we are so excited to be able to host you and your family again in the future!!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/24/2023
Our group of 6 had a great stay at the Boardman River cabin following the Christmas holidays. The river and surrounding forest was beautiful and peaceful, and even though there were other houses nearby it felt like a private getaway. The hot tub was a great added bonus, as was the piano, and there was plenty of space for everyone to hang out together in the living room or in the sunroom.
Would recommend for a small group getaway!
- Anonymous , Posted: 1/2/2023
Thank you, Stephaine! We are so happy you enjoyed what our Boardman River Retreat has to offer! We would love to host you again in the future!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 1/24/2023
We truly had a wonderful time staying at this house. Perfect time of the year to enjoy the fireplace. Plenty of room for us throughout the house. The house is spectacular and felt like home. Very clean and the host replied to our questions very quickly. Thank you
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/26/2022
All around a great rental. Was up for a golf tournament and location was close to the course and a reasonable drive to TC for dinners. "Word of Advice" Make sure GPS doesn't take you to River Road, its E River Road. We didn't pay attention to ours and ended up a few miles away on our drive up. Not a big deal, quickly realized the issue with g maps.
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/3/2022
Awesome place! Perfect location and scenery. Super clean and cozy.
- Anonymous , Posted: 10/2/2022
Beautiful home and attentive hosts. What more could you want?
- Anonymous , Posted: 8/15/2022
WOW! You hear it all the time, but location, location, location. Very cool historical, real log house. We have stayed in many bad ass airbnb's across North America and this one is right up there. Huge place. Very cool
- Anonymous , Posted: 8/5/2022
Secluded, spacious home right on the river! Direct walk ins to river with well maintained steps. Fire pit, grill, ping pong, everything you need for a family getaway. Google maps will take you past the address by 50 yards or so.
- Anonymous , Posted: 6/19/2022
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the property!! Thanks for staying with us, Meghan!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 7/14/2022
Really good area and airbnb
- Anonymous , Posted: 5/22/2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 5/31/2022
Beautiful, private and secluded! Such a relaxing stay, really enjoyed waking up to and enjoying the river view!
- Anonymous , Posted: 4/27/2022
Located 10 miles from Traverse City the cabin sits at a bend in the Boardman River and it is such an idyllic setting for a getaway. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the property is quiet, peaceful and serene. We enjoyed many fires in the fabulous fireplace (wood is well stocked) and the hot tub was an especially welcome amenity because the weather was much colder than we anticipated. Bayshore Vacation Rentals was incredibly responsive and gave us very helpful details about our stay. We brought food to cook and were very happy to discover the 2nd refrigerator (nice touch). We highly recommend the Boardman River retreat and look forward to future visits.
- Anonymous , Posted: 4/23/2022
Erica, thank you for the wonderful feedback; we are just thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Boardman River Retreat! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 4/25/2022
Super great spot! Spacious, clean, and serene. Beautiful river bend views. Saw Meganzers, weasels, and mallards. Staff was prompt and quick to respond with any information through messaging. Highly recommend.
- Anonymous , Posted: 3/15/2022
Crystal, we are so happy you had a great experience staying with us! We hope to host you again in the future!!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 3/15/2022
Very communicative and great hosts! The place is exactly how it’s presented on the site. Highly recommend
- Anonymous , Posted: 2/22/2022
Conner- we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again!
- Bayshore Vacation Rentals staff, Posted: 2/22/2022