Firefly Lodge, Beautiful River, Hot Tub, Woodstove

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 or visit the beaches and swim in Grand Traverse Bay. The space Firefly Lodge offers: - Pool table - Cozy wood stove - BBQ grill - Record player - Nintendo mini for vintage arcade games - Large smart TVs - Stocked laundry room - Well-equipped kitchen - Swimming towels - Free Wi-Fi - Smart lock 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". There are quiet hours outside. 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 in driveway, 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! The southern exposure means lots of light throughout the day! This setting is perfect for relaxing riverfront vacationing away from the hustle of town, with easy access to all the fun activities this great area has to offer. 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. 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. 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 PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles) Guest access Guests will have exclusive and private access to the entire 3,335 sq ft lodge, the surrounding yard, and the private riverfront area. You are not sharing any spaces with other guests or the host. Key access features include: - Private entrance - Ample free on-site parking Other things to note 2-Person Discount: This listing reflects a reduced cleaning fee for 2 guests only. If more than two guests stay, a $150 fee will be charged to cover the full cleaning cost. Water & Ice: The lodge has well water, which is safe but contains natural minerals that may give it a distinct smell. The refrigerator's water and ice dispenser is disconnected; we provide ice trays for your use. Wildlife: You are in a beautiful rural forest area and may encounter wildlife like deer, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits, turtles, mice, insects, raccoons, bears, and bobcats (among others). Please keep doors closed (including garage doors) to help keep them outdoors. If we notice the garage doors open for long periods (from the driveway cameras), we may contact you to request you close them. We do not offer refunds for wildlife sightings. Security: For your security, exterior security cameras are located on the property, including monitoring the driveway. Access requires a few stairs. River Use: Boardman River is fairly cold. We provide river tubes of various sizes for your enjoyment. (Small tube 32" and “is suitable for 50- 90 lbs”. Medium tube inflates to 36" “suitable for 120 lbs or less”. Large tube inflates to 40" “suitable for 120-200lb.” And 44” tubes handle “250lbs”.) Sister Property: Need more space? Our sister home, The Firefly Lodge, is next door. Together, the properties can accommodate up to 28 guests. Please inquire for availability, as it books far in advance. Pet Policy: $125 for the first dog. Additional dogs $50 each. (Dogs only.) Fees: Please note that any refunds will not include credit card processing fees. Short stays, weekly and monthly, are available. Mid-stay cleaning is available at the same rate as the cleaning fee. The neighbors on River Drive appreciate the quiet, calm setting. Please help keep it that way. House Rules: • Non-smoking. (There will be a $1000 penalty for smoking inside the premises.)