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Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing

Thompsonville vacation home with kitchen

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A modern building with a wooden roof and large windows.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a dining table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden ceiling, and large windows.
A modern house with a large wooden deck, a covered patio, and a spacious outdoor seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 203000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Turtle Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Thompsonville

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Thompsonville vacation home, you'll find Grass Lake and Turtle Lake. Crystal Mountain is within 9 miles (15 km) and Michigan Legacy Art Park is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Turtle Lake - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 20 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 21 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 25 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Karlin Inn - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Geno's Sports Bar And Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing

Welcome to Riverbend Lodge: 11 private acres with 1,200 feet of Betsie River frontage, no neighbors in sight, and room for the whole group in every season.

Fall on the river: Catch the fall salmon run on the Betsie, watch for deer and eagles along the bank, and end the day around the fire pit under some of the darkest, starriest skies in northern Michigan. The U-shaped driveway has room for trucks and trailers, making the lodge a comfortable base camp for deer season.

Thanksgiving and early December: Host the holidays where everyone finally fits. Two king primary suites with private baths, two bunk rooms, and a separate upstairs family room with a pocket door give kids and adults their own spaces, and the fully equipped kitchen is ready for a holiday feast. Early December is perfect for a family getaway, a friends’ weekend, or a group holiday celebration before the season gets busy.

Ski and snow season: Crystal Mountain is just 8 miles away. Trail 39 runs right along the property, with direct access to miles of snowmobile and ORV trails.

Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Lake Michigan are all an easy drive away. Fall and winter weekends book early, so reserve your dates now.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

No helium balloons allowed. A fee of $50/ balloon will be assessed for removal. Additional fees may apply if balloon(s) are wrapped in ceiling fan.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing to the airport?

This vacation home is 31 mi (47-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing to downtown Thompsonville?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi away from Thompsonville.

Betsie Riverfront Lodge Sleeps 16+: Fall, Holidays & Crystal Mtn Skiing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house. We enjoyed our stay. The host was wonderful with communicating with us before and during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Planning our next visit!

Perfect for a family/friends late summer getaway! Really enjoyed the stay in this new family-oriented home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excited to return!

Our Family had a great weekend away! The size was perfect with all the conveniences of Home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, peaceful, beautiful!!

We had a wonderful time. Beautiful property, nicely decorated. You won’t be disappointed if you chose to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ski Weekend

Beautiful property, easily accommodated three families for a ski weekend. Hosts are responsive, communicative and organized. Recommended, would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding Property!!!

I have stayed in many properties over the years, but this is certainly near the top of the list. Great style, very clean, excellent location close to Crystal Mountain. We will definitely return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was everything we could have imagined and more. There was 15 of us and we all fit very comfortably. It truly felt like home away from away. The home is beautiful and so cozy. The hosts were also amazing with communication! We were about 35 min from Traverse City, which was perfect. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Escape!

An overall great property with plenty of room for everyone to enjoy either a nature walk, fishing, or just sit by the fire pit! The owners were phenomenal and excellent communicators. Whenever we had a question they responded immediately and appreciate their hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Blake and Rachael are wonderful communicators. Our large golf group of twelve really enjoyed this property. Plenty of space and sleeping accommodations for our large group. The house is absolutely amazing. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long Weekend Getaway

Overall, we had a great time staying at RiverBend Lodge! Clean, modern, and spacious home on a beautiful plot of land. The hosts communicated well. :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual friends ski trip

Everything was wonderful. A little hiccup at check in that was easily remedied with communication with the owner. Clean, good quality everything. Will be looking to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay in an excellent, really perfect, property.

I felt very much like the owners of this property knew what they were doing when they built it (a very new property). Isolated along the Betsy River where a number a family members went fishing, not too far from the little town of Frankfort on Lake MI (where we went to the beach). Everything worked in the house, and everything was laid out very nicely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nurtured in Nature

Our extended family spent the week at Riverbend. With the upstairs living space, it was the perfect place for two families to relax, fish, play and hang out. The location was great for day trips to the beach, Traverse City, other rivers, and exploring small towns in the area. The home is incredible with every detail considered for guests and the setting is so peaceful. It was a vacation we will all remember. Thank you Spooners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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