Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife | Cabin in Traverse City

9.6 (39 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Mayfield Cabin | Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife

1 Bedroom Cabin in Mayfield, Traverse City

East Bay Township STR License #002938
Rivershire is on Ottawa and Chippewa land. As stewards of this land, we practice sustainability, inclusiveness, and welcome diversity.
The Retreat at Rivershire Cabin offers rustic cottage charm on the banks of the Boardman River, a Blue Ribbon trout stream. Open floor plan features picture window with amazing river views and possible wildlife sightings (trout, blue heron, beaver, otter, marten, muskrat, etc.); A/C and heat; queen bed (mattress replaced in 2024); comfortable futon; private bath; complete kitchen with dishes, glassware, pans, drip coffee maker, toaster, and utensils if you enjoy cooking your own meals; charcoal and gas grills; private dock and riverside patio. Cozy comfort awaits just steps from the river and minutes from downtown Traverse City. Shopping, restaurants for any taste and budget, and wineries/breweries/distilleries all nearby. Bring a book (there's no TV in the cabin, but the high-speed internet allows you to bring a computer and stream your favorite shows); your own kayaks; and fishing rods for peaceful relaxation and river enjoyment. Hiking trails just minutes away. Take in the scenic beauty of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore (45 minutes); Lake Michigan (35-45 minutes) and Grand Traverse Bay beaches (20-30 minutes); Brown Bridge Quiet Area (just 2 minutes away); Leelanau County (30-45 minutes); Benzie County (30-45 minutes); Old Mission Peninsula (20-30 minutes) and more within minutes by car.
Located just 10 minutes from Traverse City (20 minutes from downtown), The Retreat at Rivershire Cabin offers peace and quiet in a natural setting with easy access to all that Traverse City and the surrounding area has to offer. Gaze up at the stars and planets in the night sky as the river flows smoothly by. Minutes away from Brown Bridge Quiet Area for accessible nature hikes and Ranch Rudolph for kayak rental and horseback riding. If you're looking for quiet, cozy comfort and plenty of rustic, natural charm, The Retreat at Rivershire Cabin is for you! Owner lives on the property and looks forward to welcoming you!
Please note: The Retreat at Rivershire offers quiet relaxation and enjoyment of property in a scenic nature setting. Fraternity/sorority gatherings and bachelor/bachelorette parties are not permitted. Also, per our house rules, only children ages 12-17 are permitted with accompanying adult(s). Minimum age for an accompanying adult is 25. Thank you for understanding and following these guidelines.
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Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife is located in Mayfield. Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Cabin features Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cozy cabin on the river! Steps from the water, amazing views of river & wildlife has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Mayfield has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Mayfield, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
Activities
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Water park
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)
  • Recycling
  • Property does not allow children
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Desk
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

nicole f.
Jul 31, 2025 12:16:02 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful location, close to Traverse CityHighly Recommend
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