Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room.
South Boardman, Kalkaska County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room. **Stillwater Retreat**• Lakefront!! Peaceful surroundings on Perch Lake (no-wake, no gas motor)• Enjoy all seasons!• Wineries in TC area, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Skiing, Snowmobile trails• Tiered decking w/fire pit, year-round hot tub, screened deck• Kayaks, paddle boards, inner tubes, large year-round dock• Game room: s...
Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room. **Stillwater Retreat**• Lakefront!! Peaceful surroundings on Perch Lake (no-wake, no gas motor)• Enjoy all seasons!• Wineries in TC area, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Skiing, Snowmobile trails• Tiered decking w/fire pit, year-round hot tub, screened deck• Kayaks, paddle boards, inner tubes, large year-round dock• Game room: shuffle board, electric dart board, large screen tv, board games• Newly updated interior w/3 bedrooms, 5 beds (2 kings, 1 full, twin bunk, sleeper futon)• New gas grill• Sparkling clean & modern• Wifi• Great fishing, sandy bottom• 22 miles E of Traverse City**The SpaceRelax, refresh & unwind at Stillwater Retreat! Take in the peaceful surroundings of our Perch Lakefront home just 30 minutes from the bustle of Traverse City. Spacious home, great for gatherings. Large primary bedroom with attached bath and remote work station, 2nd Bedroom with king bed and plenty of storage, 3rd Bedroom with full bed and bunk - perfect for kids or adults! Game room with sleeper futon. Shuffle board, electric dartboard, plenty of board games -- fun for everyone!The home is nestled in pine trees with a screened deck facing the lake. A boardwalk encircles the home with stairs leading to the 3-4 person hot tub (use year-round), fire pit with twinkle lights, and dock. Inside you'll find a large living/gathering area, open dining and kitchen area and game room.**Enjoy all 4 seasons at Stillwater Retreat!Spring/Summer: Have a blast using our paddle boards, float around in our inflatable river tubes, or take a relaxing paddle around the lake in one of our kayaks! Great fishing, too! (No gas motors, only electric/trolling motors; water toys are seasonal May-Oct). Fall: Striking fall foliage, sunsets on the lake, gorgeous drive! Enjoy crisp air on the screened deck, sitting around the fire pit under the twinkle lights, staring at the stars.Winter: Lakefront winter wonderland! Enjoy nearby winter activities: Stillwater Retreat is in the heart of snowmobile country! Skiing! Ice fishing on Perch Lake (if lake is frozen).**Activities & Easy day trip to all the sights!• Traverse City - 30 min• Old Mission Peninsula - 35 min• Suttons Bay - 50 min• Several golf courses - 15-30 min• Snowmobile trailhead, Kalkaska - 15min• Fishtown, Leland - 1hr 10 min• Interlochen - 40 min• Sleeping Bear Dunes - 1hr• Mackinac Bridge - 2hrs• Turtle Creek Casino - 25 min• Schuss Mountain & Shanty Creek - 35 min• Boyne Mountain - 50 min• Crystal Mountain - 55 min• June-September: Traverse City Horse Shows - 26 min**What You'll Love-Modern decor-Comfortable, brand new beds, quality bed/bath linens-Touch bedside lamps-Sleep sound machine in each room-Ceiling fan in each room-Dresser, nightstand, closet area for clothes storage-Extra blankets/pillows for your comfort-Shampoo, conditioner, body wash provided-Ceiling fan in living area-Comfy, modular sofa in living area-Cozy gas fireplace in living area-Wifi-Full kitchen-Keurig single serve with variety of k-cups-Traditional coffee maker, ground coffee in freezer-Coffee station complete with to-go cups-Shuffleboard table, electric dartboard and plenty of board games-Sleeper futon in game room-Outdoor dining on screened deck-Gas grill on front deck-Firewood may be available for fire pit - send us a message!-Beach towels-Pine trees keep the home cool in the summer!-Parking for 3-4 cars (long driveway)-Large, year-round dock-4 Kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 4 inflatable river tubes (seasonal, May - Oct)**What's Nearby-Kalkaska is a 12 min drive. Grocery stores, Cherry Street Market (great farmers market), restaurants, ice cream-Fife Lake is a 12 min drive. Restaurants, grocery stores, ice cream-Perch Lake public beach is a 5 minute walk, shallow, sandy bottom-Public Boat launch is 1/4 mile (1 min drive) from house (for electric/trolling motors only, or non motorized vessel)-Perch Lake is stocked with pan fish, great for fishing-Perch Lake is 23 acres, deepest part is 30ft**Host Favorites•Restaurants-G's Pizzeria, Kalkaska-Moose & Stella's Cafe, Kalkaska-Kal-Ho Lounge, Kalkaska-Poppycock's, Traverse City-Wren, Sutton's Bay•Wineries-Laurentide, Lake Leelanau (Mary's personal fave!)-Mawby Vineyards (sparkling wines), Suttons Bay (their goat cheese & smoked fish spread is sooo good!!)•Shopping-Northland Food (grocery store), Kalkaska-The Commons (boutique shops), Traverse City**Safety-Well-lit exterior, decking/stairs lights, dimmable lights on screened deck-Fire extinguisher, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detector, first aid kit-Adult and child size life jackets available for use and recommended when using any of our water toys-Hospital / Emergency Room: Kalkaska, 12 min
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
- Stereo
- Game room
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake view
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Game room
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Fireplace
- Lake view
- Hot tub
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Games
- Stereo
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Firepit
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- 3 steps to reach entrance
- No lift (single-level property)
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Water sports equipment
- Kayak
General
- Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 18
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
South Boardman
Located in South Boardman, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Twin Birch Golf Course and Grandview Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flintfields Horse Park and Centre Ice Arena.
Nearby locations
- Fife Lake 21 min drive
- Spider Lake 40 min drive
- Traverse City Beach 44 min drive
- Traverse City State Park 45 min drive
- Front Street 50 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 36 min drive
Restaurants
- Yankee Boy Restaurant 11 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront retreat 30 min to Traverse City. Hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, game room. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Fife Lake, Twin Birch Golf Course and Forest Lakes. Sand Lakes Quiet Area and Grandview Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).