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Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private . Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cabin. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

Shadowland River Lodge is located approx. 12 miles South East of downtown Traverse City. It is nestled on 33 acres of private land with 650 feet of frontage along the Boardman River. The original log home structure was built in 1929 and in later years added on to including a kitchen, dining area, full bathroom, walk-in closet, utility room, and a riverside main bedroom.

Shadowland River Lodge currently sleeps up to 6 guests with a queen bed in the one “ conventional “ bedroom with direct river views. (red bedspread) A set of “twin” size bunk beds are in the main room (red checkered) of the cabin structure along with a “double” size futon. (Cream w/ multi-color stripes)

The property has become a retreat for those looking to be a little off the beaten path of the busy hustle and bustle of Traverse City. Step back in time and enjoy the privacy and sense of nature that envelops this log home along the Boardman River. Also enjoy endless amounts of free firewood for use inside and out!

We are dog friendly - this means all dogs! (Sorry, we only allow dogs, no cats, etc.) There is no size limit. We love to have guests experience Shadowland River Lodge with their K9 family members! We see no need to charge a pet fee, so there isn’t one!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,849 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Traverse City, this cabin is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • View of Spider Lake with numerous trees in Traverse City, Michigan, United States.
    Spider Lake
    12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Twin Lake
    2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Forest Lakes
    2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Twin Lakes
    3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • South Branch Nature Preserve
    4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yankee Boy
    11 min drive
  • Peegeo's
    16 min drive
  • peegeos
    7 min drive
  • Ricos Cafe & Pizzeria
    15 min drive
  • budd lake bar
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Twin Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Forest Lakes and South Branch Nature Preserve. Twin Lakes is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jenna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, we loved our stay at Shadowland River Lodge. We had a wonderfully snowy weekend made cozy by the fire reading and playing games while looking out at the beautiful river views and relaxing in the hot tub after cross country skiing nearby. Well appointed cabin with a private setting and so much charm! We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and cozy comfortable home. Hosts are top notch and go above and beyond to ensure we enjoy our getaway vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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The cabin was amazing. We enjoyed our stay with family. And took advantage of the hot tub and lots of fly fishing. The hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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Everything was perfect. All the little touches make a huge difference. Hot tub was amazing. Whole experience was comfy and very cozy. The hosts Jason and Nicole were so helpful and nice to deal with. 10/10. My only advice would be to stay longer than 3 days because we didn’t want to leaveCan’t wait to stay again! Thanks for sharing your lovely cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Shadowland Lodge was perfect for our family and small dog. The lodge was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The running river beside the lodge was a favorite spot—especially for our dog who couldn’t get enough of it. Highly recommend for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prefect getaway place

You can’t ask for a better quiet getaway location or a better host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ann p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shadowland River Lodge exceeded our expectations. The pictures don't quite capture how truly special the entire property is. We were reminded of our stay at the Lake Placid Lodge. The cabin, the fireplace, lodge decor and the orderliness of everything made for a wonderful week. Much gratitude to our wonderful hosts. You can tell they really care.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay again. It is so obvious how much pride Jason and Nicole have in sharing this remarkable cabin. Hot tub is a great addition and each year gets better and our trip gets longer. Cabin has all you can ask for and amenities you don’t expect, paper goods, soap, toiletries, trash bags, laundry detergent. They have it all covered. And…the river.. so peaceful and relaxing. You feel as though you’ve left it all behind. I’ve never seen my dog and husband so happy!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hello Fellow Travelers. Unless you have like major issues or something you will Love this place. There is a calm and comfort here that's hard to find. Loaded with stuff. You only need to bring clothes and what you want to eat. There was popcorn and coffee too. And "all the wood you can burn". Be assured of that. Fun and lots of it. Even had educational things like Game of Thrones. I learned a lot when I was there. The Netflix channel is 302.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

We had a wonderful time at the cabin. Jason and Nicole are excellent hosts and the property is perfect for a weekend away (fires, puzzles, games). Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!!

Check in was awesome. Jason is a very nice man. My family all adults had a relaxing weekend that was so needed. Thank you again for a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful log home

Thank you for opening up your lovely log home to our family. We enjoyed our stay and everything exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

A beautiful cabin, such a relaxing peaceful place. Plenty of items present to make your stay memorable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Perfect Fall Getaway! Just returned from my 5th year in a row at Shadowland River Lodge and as usual, it was the perfect experience! Jason and Nicole are the absolute best hosts, and this year, the new hot tub just added to the total relaxation and zen of the property. We ventured out this year to do wine tastings on both peninsulas as well as one of the local cruises on the water to enjoy the beautiful October scenery. The best part of venturing out during the day is returning to the house in the evening for the hot tub, fire pit and cozy fireplace in the living room. My dogs seem to sense when we are close by on the drive in every year and start howling in the car with delight. The feeling of peace and relaxation keep me coming back every year! Thank you again Jason & Nicole for your warm hospitality. Looking forward to returning next year, already!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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Getaway was Perfect

This was our third time at Shadowland. It was another incredible vacation that went all too quickly. Jason the host was perfect and we loved our stay. The kitchen is a great delight...everything we could want to cook up a tasty meal. The grounds are so beautiful and spending time by the river with our new adopted dog was so special. The hosts were responsive and made us feel like welcome from the very start.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional experience!!

I had high hopes for this vacation and the hosts did not disappoint! We were thrilled with the cabin, the location, and the friendliness of both Jason and Nicole. A great experience and we are looking forward to combine back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for fall getaway

Shadowland River Lodge has the perfect rustic charm with all the amenities to make our stay with a 6 month old and dog very relaxing. I honestly don't think that pictures do the setting justice, it's the idyllic scene of cabin on a wooded river. Jason and Nicole have put a lot of thought and care into this place and they were excellent to communicate with. We hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Family Meetup in the land of Turquoise Waters

Our families met up with two kids and two dogs to check out Sleeping Dunes National Lakeshore and the area, we found this to be cozy, cute and comfortable; perfect for what we needed. It was clean, comfortable furniture and beds and has everything you need to cook at home. Well stocked with indoor and outdoor games. The hosts were wonderful. We loved the hot tub, the giant fireplace and the river view! This is a gorgeous private forest getaway and we all would highly recommend it. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

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Everything we expected and more

Great property! Nice, quiet and relaxing. The location was great for us to go exploring during the day and come back and enjoy the river and a fire in the evenings. Our dogs loved being in the river and exploring.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Property

Second time at this property and it is one of our favorites. It has everything that we need. It is a secluded oasis yet and conveniently located to Traverse area. Jason and Nicole are great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Paradise!

Loved, loved, loved this cabin. Absolute perfection. Cozy, clean, unique. The best equipped rental we have ever stayed in! OSuchaccompanying
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Benito

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This piece is great to enjoy and relax inside and outside, sit by the river and the fire pit play horse shoe lay in the hammock and many other things.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway!

We had an amazing stay at Shadowland River Lodge! The cabin was immaculate and well stocked. There wasn't anything that the host didn't think of, anything you could possibly need for your stay was there. The dogs loved playing in the river! We had a wonderful week and cannot wait to stay here again!! Thank you Jason & Nicole!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Hospitality

We recently stayed at Shadowland Lodge and loved its perfect location—close to Traverse City but far enough to escape the congestion. The lodge is nestled in a serene setting, offering a peaceful retreat with easy access to the city's attractions. We enjoyed fishing and, since we pulled our boat, the property’s circle drive made it convenient. The cabin was clean and comfortable, and Jason and Nicole were friendly and helpful. A great spot for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

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Peaceful retreat

This was our second stay at Shadowland. We love the tranquil setting and classic cabin feel. We really enjoyed relaxing by the huge fire as autumn descended this week. Jason is so responsive but we really had everything we needed for a fun, relaxing weekend away. Thanks for another wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023