Hot Tubs, Saunas and Fireplaces for Boyne Falls, MI Homes

Since 1980, Phillips Lifestyles has helped Northern Michigan families make their homes more comfortable with hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, fireplaces, fireplace inserts and pellet stoves. That includes homeowners in Boyne Falls, roughly 45 miles northeast of Traverse City. The family-owned company runs two showrooms in the Traverse City area and has its own delivery, installation and service staff, so a home or chalet near Boyne Mountain is in good hands from the first visit onward.

Living in Boyne Falls

Boyne Falls was settled in 1874 with the arrival of the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad. John Miller named it for the nearby Boyne River and its falls, and the village was incorporated in 1893.

Boyne Mountain Resort is just southeast of the village and has made the area one of the Midwest's best-known ski destinations. The Boyne Falls Polish Festival takes over the first week of August. US 131 and M-75 meet here, and Thumb Lake is a short drive east.

Snow is the reason many people come here, and plenty of it falls. A home that greets guests with warmth after a day outside, and gives them somewhere to relax their legs, is one they return to.

Chalets, condominiums and vacation homes sit alongside the houses of year-round residents. Winter is the busy season, and properties near the mountain are often rented.

Find the Right Hot Tub

After skiing, golf or a long day on the trails, a hot tub is the amenity that gets used first and most. Phillips Lifestyles stocks spas from Hot Spring, Caldera Spas, Jacuzzi, Nordic, Sundance and Marquis, shown on the hot tubs page. Smaller households often start with a model like the Hot Spring Jetsetter LX, and larger ones look at the Caldera Palatino.

Phillips Lifestyles removes the guesswork in two steps. First, a test soak: a free, by-appointment session in a filled spa at the showroom. Second, a free in-home consultation, where staff measure your space, check access for delivery, confirm the cover lifter will clear, and discuss steps, surrounds and color choices. Electrical work is done by approved contractors, with startup and fill included.

Households that want exercise as well as relaxation can add an Endless Pools swim spa to the shortlist.

Add a Sauna

More homeowners are adding a sauna alongside, or instead of, a hot tub. Phillips Lifestyles sells Finnleo and Tylo saunas for indoor and outdoor use, with both traditional and infrared heat. The Finnleo Patio Series can be placed on a deck or pad. Custom work is available through the Traverse City Sauna Company, where craftsmen Don Ruff and Chris Champt build saunas to order.

Fireplaces and Stoves

A fire is the heart of any vacation home, and today's fireplaces deliver real heat as well as atmosphere. At Phillips Lifestyles you will find gas, wood, pellet and electric fireplaces and inserts from Heat & Glo, Quadra-Fire, Napoleon, Enviro and Mendota.

If you already have a masonry fireplace, an insert is usually the most effective upgrade. Options include the Quadra-Fire Expedition II wood insert and the Castile pellet insert, which is rated at 30,600 BTUs. If you do not have a fireplace, a freestanding gas, wood or pellet stove can be vented through a wall or roof.

The Phillips Lifestyles fireplace installation team, led by Rob Horton with Randy Johnson, Jason Jones and Ron Magee, handles the work from start to finish. The blog post on preparing for a fireplace consultation lists what to measure beforehand.

From First Visit to First Use

Here is how a typical purchase goes. Start at a showroom, where you can see spas filled and fireplaces burning. If a hot tub interests you, book a test soak and a free in-home consultation; the team responds to online requests within 24 hours. When your order arrives, Phillips Lifestyles delivers it, has approved electrical contractors connect it, and fills and starts it for you. Hearth products follow a similar route, with a site check for venting and clearances before the in-house crew installs the unit.

For a vacation or rental property, choose equipment that is simple for guests to use and easy to lock, and set up maintenance before the busy season starts. Leave clear written instructions near the spa and the fireplace controls.

Installation, Maintenance and Repair

Homes that sit empty midweek or host rental guests need dependable upkeep. Phillips Lifestyles provides all three with its own staff. See the services page for details.

Spa owners can enroll in the Spa Maintenance Program for scheduled visits every week, two weeks or four weeks. Technicians balance the water, clean the spa and cover, remove debris and change filters. When a spa or fireplace needs attention between visits, an online service request reaches the service team directly.

More Ways to Enjoy Your Home

A finished basement or bonus room comes to life with a pool table or game table from Brunswick or Olhausen. Outside, a premium grill makes the patio a second kitchen. And for quiet evenings, Phillips Lifestyles offers massage chairs you can try in the showroom.

Why Homeowners Choose Phillips Lifestyles

Three things set Phillips Lifestyles apart: history, people and service. The company has operated in Northern Michigan since 1980. It is family-owned, led by Dennis and Debbie Riedel with general manager Ryan Gubbins.

It also employs the people who do the work. Sales consultants such as Tony Fifarek, Tyler Hanna, Kenny Smith and Wesley Bonesteel guide the purchase. The company's own delivery staff, fireplace installers and service technicians, managed by Jim Eddy, take it from there. You can meet them on the About Us page.

Frequently Asked Questions from Boyne Falls Homeowners

Does Phillips Lifestyles serve Boyne Falls?

Boyne Falls is near the northern edge of the area Phillips Lifestyles serves from its Traverse City showrooms. Its dealer listings include Boyne City. Contact the store to confirm availability for your address.

What hot tub brands does Phillips Lifestyles carry?

Phillips Lifestyles carries Hot Spring, Caldera Spas, Jacuzzi, Nordic, Sundance and Marquis hot tubs, along with Endless Pools swim spas. Models can be seen at the Traverse City and Grawn showrooms.

What does the free in-home consultation include?

A Phillips Lifestyles team member visits your home to choose a location, measure for the right spa size, confirm clearance for the cover and lifter, review delivery options and discuss steps, surrounds and colors. There is no charge.

Can I try a hot tub before I buy one?

Yes. Phillips Lifestyles offers a free test soak by appointment at its Traverse City and Grawn showrooms. Bring a bathing suit and a towel, and staff will answer questions while you try the spa.

Next Steps for Boyne Falls Homeowners

Pick the step that suits you: stop by a showroom, book a test soak, request a free in-home consultation or contact Phillips Lifestyles with a question. For pricing on a specific product, use the product inquiry form. Showrooms are at 5161 US-31 in Grawn and 1151 W South Airport Road in Traverse City.