At this holiday home, you'll be 14.7 km (9.1 mi) from Lake Michigan. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Traverse City holiday home include Front Street and Traverse City Beach.
Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
Turtle Creek Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
Grand Traverse Mall - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Arbutus Lake - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
Front Street - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
Culver's - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 11 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 with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests
Retreat to Northern Michigan with your significant other! SPECIAL 2-PERSON-ONLY rate for this 4-bedroom Traverse City vacation rental! This riverfront home features Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor space with amazing views directly on the Boardman River! Stay on-site and lounge in the hot tub or roast s’mores over the fire pit! Or head downtown for quaint shopping, visit Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park, or 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
If you are looking for a beautiful, serene, upscale atmosphere, you will be very happy at The Firefly Lodge! This is not a "party house". If you need to be loud outside during quiet time, this isn't your destination.
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!
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 Exclusive access to the entire house. 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)
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,880 square feet
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 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No loud parties.
No smoking, vaping, e‑cigarettes. Additional deep cleaning fee will billed.
Must be at least 25 years old to book.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
d99ff655-0c6d-4891-90a6-ba71a50cfe2d
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests?
The closest beach to Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests is Traverse City Beach (10.5 km).
Does Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
What makes Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests.
Is Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests?
No, Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Firefly Lodge on the Boardman River with Hot Tub and Woodstove - Special Pricing for 2 Guests Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
10 - Excellent
0
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
8.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
SJDM S.
4 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We visited the property for a couples get away. It was in excellent location and very private, with a beautiful river and wooded area just outside the back door. The home was roomy and as advertised. The heater on the deck did not work and there were no matches or lighters available for the fire pit, so ensure you come prepared with your own. I would recommend this property.