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Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck

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A wooden deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a hot tub overlooking a lake at dusk.
Outdoor spa tub
A white cabin with a wooden deck and a small porch, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a long table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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South Boardman, MI
  • Place, Perch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck

• Lakefront on peaceful Perch Lake (no-wake, quiet & relaxing)
• Hot tub + fire pit under the pines with twinkle lights
• Screened-in deck with elevated lake views (bug-free mornings & evenings)
• Spacious layout for groups with room to spread out + game room
• Kayaks, paddle boards + private dock for easy lake access
• Clean, modern interior with cozy “up north” charm
• Just 30 min from Traverse City

Welcome to Stillwater Retreat – your cozy lake escape just 30 minutes from Traverse City.

Tucked among the pines on peaceful Perch Lake, this spacious getaway is perfect for relaxing, reconnecting, and making memories year-round – whether you're here for lake days, fall colors, or snowy adventures.

Ideal for families, couples, or friends looking for a relaxing up-north getaway with plenty to do.


Sleeping & Space

Comfortably sleeps 6–8 guests, with space to spread out (up to 9 with the sleeper sofa):

• Primary bedroom: King bed, attached bath, and workspace (if you must )
• Second bedroom: King bed with plenty of storage
• Third bedroom: Full bed + twin bunk (great for kids or adults)
• Game room: Full-size sleeper sofa + games + hangout space


What Makes This Place Special

• Year-round hot tub
• Fire pit under twinkle lights
• Screened porch overlooking the lake
• Game room with shuffleboard, darts & board games
• Dock with kayaks + paddle boards (seasonal)


Indoor + Outdoor Living

• Open living space with cozy gas fireplace
• Fully stocked kitchen for easy group meals
• Dining for 9 + outdoor dining on the screened deck
• Boardwalk + stairs down to the lake, dock, and fire pit


Seasonal Highlights

• Spring/Summer: Kayaks, paddle boards, fishing, wildlife
• Fall: Colors, crisp air, cozy fires
• Winter: Snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing


Location

Close to everything, but feels tucked away:

• Traverse City – 30 min
• Kalkaska & Fife Lake – 12 min (groceries, restaurants)
• Perch Lake public beach – 5 min walk (great for swimming)


Why Guests Love It

• Comfortable beds + quality linens
• Clean, modern, and thoughtfully stocked
• Perfect mix of relaxation + activities


For Kids / Toddler / Infant

-Kids dishes & utensils
-Stools for bathroom sinks
-High chair
-Pack n' Play / crib with bedding
-Books
-Games



Activities & Easy day trip to all the sights!

• Traverse City - 30 min
• Old Mission Peninsula - 35 min
• Suttons Bay - 50 min
• Several golf courses (summer & winter activities) - 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: Great Lakes Equestrian Show - 26 min


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
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Perch Lake. A hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Perch Lake and 10 minutes by car from South Boardman Preserve
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Home is not child-proofed. Interior is one level.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Peaceful Lakefront Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room, Screened Deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great! Especially because the weather cooperated! It was a great space and provided everything we needed for our larger family to enjoy a week away from the grind of life. Would book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Cousins getaway

Me and my sister met up with 3 cousins for a weekend getaway. The house was amazing! A welcome basket was one of the first things we seen upon arrival. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a beautiful view. Very spacious and well equipped. Kayaks and boards for water use along with a large dock to sit and enjoy the lake. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025