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Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.

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Snow and ski sports
Property grounds
Beach
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Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 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.

Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.

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Free WiFi Access!

You'll enjoy our classic up-north cabin home all year round! Just one mile from Crystal Mountain resort, direct access to kayaking/salmon fishing on the Betsie River and 20 min from a perfect Lake Michigan sunset!

Winter months are ideal for skiing at Crystal Mountain resort, snow shoeing around our 1.5 acre property and nearby trails, snuggling up by the toasty, gas fireplace while reading a book, playing games, assembling a puzzle or a family movie night. You'll also find multiple access points to snowmobile trails.

Spring is the best time for a girls weekend getaway to Crystal's full service spa. Guys would enjoy 36-holes of golf and local fishing. Also, hike the 1.6 mile Michigan Legacy Art Park trail, which is open year round.

Summer months are our favorite time of year to spend in Northern Michigan. Explore Lake Michigan beaches along the coast just 20 miles away and you can't beat the sunsets in Frankfort and Arcadia's Inspiration Point! Our cabin currently has three kayaks for our guests to float down the Betsie or fish right off our dock. The Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide will take your breath away cruising down 1,700 ft long curved track. Enjoy the biking, hiking and chairlift rides on their property. For the Michigander favorite pastime, book a tubing trip on the nearby Platte River!

During the fall months, the colors are breathtaking! Crystal offers panoramic views via chair lift of three counties during the peak of fall color season. September/October is the best chance to watch fish migrate upstream. Enjoy a large campfire setting from our riverbank.

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Contact us directly if you have any questions about your stay. Email: jermsroub@gmail.com or call Michelle at 763.458.9351
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Crystal Mountain. A water park is available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Crystal Mountain and 7 minutes from Michigan Legacy Art Park
Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Joel and Michelle Roub

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pack n play, games and toys, booster seat.

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
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
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.

Property is also known as

A perfect getaway on the Betsie River

Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey cabin close to river and excellent beaches
We stayed in this homey cabin because of its proximity to the Interlochen Arts Academy. It was about a 20-minute drive. The hard surfaces in the cabin were clean and we felt comfortable immediately. The beds were comfortable. For ventilation in the winter, I suppose, the walls do not extend to the ceiling in the bedrooms, so do not expect total privacy. There were several dusty areas in the cabin...under beds, around air purifiers and some cobwebs by the clearstory windows, but none of that was a deal-breaker. The cabin was equipped with all the necessary items for a pleasant stay. And the equipment available in the garage was a dream to have for the day at the lovely beach a short drive from the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect northern getaway!
This property was well-appointed, very clean, and the process from booking-check out was fantastic! Our party was in the area for a 4-day kayaking weekend and we could not have picked a more perfect location! The property is right on the Betsie River and near the other waterways we explored just a short drive away, including Traverse City, Sleeping Bear, the Crystal River, and the Platte River. The bedding/beds were comfortable and clean, as was the bathroom, and living spaces. It was incredibly convenient to have a washer and dryer on property as well! Everything you could possibly need with regard to supplies was there on site. The neighborhood was very quiet and I enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
July family vacation
Overall place is cozy but could of been cleaned better. Found drink in coozie in the closet. Things did not feel clean like the dinning table and counter to eat on still were dirty and the pull out bed is not clean!!! So when you list it for 6 people -minus 2 for the pull out bed.... Big ole stain of some sort not quite sure what......blood; drink; not sure but overall we had a wonderful time. House is very cozy and great location for site seeing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin for up north getaway
Clean overall and lots of accommodations to have a comfortable stay. Owners very responsive. Family and i enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Clean
We enjoyed our stay! It was clean and cozy with very comfortable beds and well stocked with everything we needed. It was a short drive to skiing at Crystal Mountain.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess K.

Liked: Cleanliness
River cabin
This was perfect for our girls overnighter to the area. The outdoor amenities available made me want to stay longer, and test them out. I am guessing this would be a fun place to hang out during warmer weather too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cozy, clean and comfortable cottage. Fit our needs perfectly! Saw numerous salmon on the Betsie River steps away from the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip
Perfect one night stop before my triathalon the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place. Close to lots of things and perfect size for the 3 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N., Fond Du Lac

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cute Place!
My wife and I enjoyed our stay here very much! Parking in the garage was a nice bonus. The cabin is Very nice, and different than most others. I appreciate the unique architecture. Clean, bed was very comfortable, and the shower was very cool. Sunk-in floor. Kitchen is well equipped, and the cabin is extremely homey and comfortable. We highly recommend this place for a nice get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good base camo
Perfect place for a base camp to explore the surrounding areas. We didn’t spend much time in cabin, but when we did no complaints. Our kids liked fishing in river and enjoyed the fire pit. Close to neighbors on either side, so don’t expect total seclusion. Other than that, great little spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect little spot
Super cute cabin in the woods, so quiet in the morning to enjoy coffee on the back porch, huge fire pit out back to enjoy in the evenings, beds were super comfy, we absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
River awesome, lots of neighbors
We loved the Betsie River! Having kayaks was great, too, although it takes some strength to get them down the dock and back up. The interior wood in the house is beautiful. Many items were tired & could use updating - the lock box broke while we were there but owner had quick response. It's not private. Neighbors are within feet, and there's barking dogs and even dogs wandering onto the property. Unfortunately, bulldozers were clearing a new homesite while we were there - very loud. We want to give a shout out to the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy - their numerous hiking and conservation sites provided a wonderful experience in the area! (And Geno's had great beer & pizza!)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location/ Comfy Rental
We had a wonderful stay. We’d highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot near crystal mtn
Enjoyed a cute hi ome on the betsy river! Perfect for my project at crystal mtn.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
No Problems!
Hosts were a dream! Any snags, they were on it, no problem!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
No Wifi or complete walls
The place was clean and nice and in a fantastic location but the listing was inaccurate. They listed Free Wifi in the list of amenities but when we arrived there was no internet. I understand that high speed internet is probably not available in that location but then don't put it in your listing. Cell service is decent but not adequate for remote work. Also the bedroom walls don't go all the way to the ceiling so there is no privacy. This is especially difficult traveling with small children who go to bed early as you can't talk, watch TV or do anything else in the cabin without them hearing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
graduation getaway
Wonderful property - has everything you need! We were pretty busy running back and forth to Interlochen all week, but it was a wonderful place to come back to and rest!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ski location!
Awesome experience! Great location and cute little cabin had everything we needed for our weekend get away! Owners very responsive. Will rent again. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mardi Gras on the Mountain
Great place to stay. It was clean and had everything we needed. Warm and cozy. I want to go back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sigrid M., Spring Lake

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski getaway
I booked the Betsy River getaway for my two friends and I for a girls ski weekend at crystal. It was fabulous, everything was clean and orderly, the check in was easy, the cabin itself is perfect for a couple alone or with 1 or 2 kids, or three to four friends. The kitchen was well equipped, great quality pans, so making food was great. (I cook a lot lol) Everything was nice. Best part, crystal is right around the corner, easy to get to. We had a great time, definitely re-book there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

Great location and size for a guys trip
Great location and size for a guys trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Maumee

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week in Thompsonville
House is well maintained, comfortable and the hosts are accomodating and responsive. We enjoyed a great week of fishing and good times.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Stay
Enjoyed the property and the surrounding area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Brian B.

Okay Cabin
The cabin was OK and well stocked but has some serious flaws. First we did not like the seven steps from the driveway to the door. These w be treacherous in winter. The walls of each bedroom do not go to the ceiling so you can hear everything going on in the cabin...TV, snoring in another room, etc. Sadly the countertops are all tiled and the grout is nasty. Filthy grout on the floor is one thing, but I have never wanted to sanitize my toothpaste and toothbrush holder until this stay. Most disappointing is the lack of river access. It is down a very steep hill. The stairs are sketchy and the water is deep with huge brush piles left and right. This equals no way to get into the water to fish or kayak. I would never want to carry a kayak up or down these stairs so being on the river is effectively useless except to look at it. Expect a nice old cabin in the woods and you will be delighted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021