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Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling

Family-friendly stay near Crystal Mountain

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 182100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Iron Fish Distillery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Thompsonville

On river.Stay at this Thompsonville vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Iron Fish Distillery and 6 miles (10 km) of Crystal Mountain. Misty Acres Preserve and Michigan Legacy Art Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iron Fish Distillery - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 10 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬5 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.

Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling

Escape to The Betsie River Cabin, a stunning four-season retreat nestled in a private, wooded setting along the serene Betsie River. Perfect for large groups planning a ski or snowmobiling trip, this 6-bedroom haven sleeps up to 18, featuring a spacious kids’ room, 2.5 baths, and an open floor plan designed for connection after a day on the slopes.
Inside: Warmth and Gathering
Gather your group and cozy up by the magnificent, stacked-stone wood-burning fireplace in the living room. The open floor plan ensures everyone stays connected. Whip up hearty winter meals in the fully stocked kitchen, then gather around the large dining table for a festive meal or game night. Evenings are best spent relaxing with a cup of cocoa, enjoying the peaceful, snow-covered landscape visible through the large windows.
Outside: Winter Wonderland
Step outside to your private riverfront oasis, now transformed into a magical, snow-dusted landscape. While the river slows, the fun doesn’t stop—enjoy peaceful walks, snowshoeing, or simply unwinding by the outdoor fire pit under the crisp, starry winter sky. Kids will still love the playset (snow permitting!) and available indoor games.
Prime Location for Winter Adventure
The cabin is perfectly situated for all the best Northern Michigan winter adventures:
* Crystal Mountain Resort (Just 4 miles!): Hit the slopes for skiing, snowboarding, or tubing, or enjoy the full-service spa.
* Snowmobile Trails: Easy access to nearby trails for a day of exploring the Manistee National Forest.
* Iron Fish Distillery (1 mile away): Warm up with a tasting of locally crafted spirits.
* Frankfort & Lake Michigan (25 minutes): Take a scenic winter drive to enjoy the quiet, stunning beauty of the frozen shoreline.
Book your cozy winter weekend retreat—or a full week of snowy adventure—and make cherished memories at this Betsie River gem!
Please note: No smoking or pets; primary renter must be 25+.

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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

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 2,100 square feet

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

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.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Cabin Banks Betsie River. Crystal Mountain House
Family Friendly Cabin Banks Betsie River. Crystal Mountain
Family Friendly Cabin Banks Betsie River. Crystal Mountain House
Family Friendly Cabin Banks Betsie River. Crystal Mountain House
Family Friendly Cabin Banks Betsie River. Crystal Mountain

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling to the airport?

This vacation home is 26.5 mi (33-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling to downtown Thompsonville?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Thompsonville.

Cozy Cabin Near Crystal Mountain: Skiing, Snowshoeing & Snowmobiling Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was wonderful and communicated often, the home is large and so comfortable for larger groups. Location is prime time, close to everything and yet remote enough to feel private and secluded. We love this place! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crest place always enjoy staying there. Peaceful setting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home was beautiful along with the outdoor area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Liane S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Betsie River house

Would have liked it to be cleaned & maintained better (cigarette butts & dirty grill, old deck & broken chair laying in weeds- toilet handle was broken in master- we fixed). Beautiful river setting- however listing should be updated to note lots of stairs, we had an age group from 19-79.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Betsie River House

Comfortably slept 8 of my friends during our golf trip. Beautiful and relaxing location with great kitchen facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed a northern vacation with friends. It was wonderful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

It was a great spot for family to meet up. The kids loved the basement play room and the adaults enjoyed the campfire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, secluded stay!

Really great location for pt 1 of our family reunion - the extendable dining table and 3 kayaks were especially well-used!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom and Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Paddling Fun

Our 26th Annual Family Canoe Trip was in Thompsonville on the Upper Betsie River. How fortunate for us to find this lovely cottage that was large enough to accommodate our large group--there were 17 of us. I cannot say enough nice things about how clean and organized the cottage was. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we might need. We had an infant with us and were surprised that the hosts had a booster seat, baby gate, and pack and play. Our family decided we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay, beautiful views / access to the river. Home is well appointed and more than met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Z., Kalamazoo, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place and gorgeous spot!

Beautiful location and cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place - Recommend it!

The place was amazing and was a great central location to all things up north! The house was very cozy and really nice indoors despite some crappy weather! Mike was super communicative and helpful before and throughout the whole trip! Highly recommend this spot if you have a large group, we had 10 guys and everyone except two got their own bed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan H., Troy

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious riverfront Cabin

The Cabin home was very spacious and clean. They added an additional outdoor dock which was nice! Great view of river with large outdoor decking. Fishing was difficult as there really isn’t an access point into river as it’s steep and river was high in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay on the river!

Beautiful cabin on a great piece of land right on the river. Very clean and tons of room for guest. I would highly recommend and be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week getaway

We have a group of 5 couples that spend a week together once a year. Property was very fitting for our group. A few maintenance issues, but Stacy was very interested in anything we found.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

Very good for skiing on Crystal Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski weekend

Lots of room to hang out with a large group. Had an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob B., Zeeland Mi

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 New Year

This was a great property with a beautiful setting. Everything was as it should be and the bedrooms were clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again. Close to Crystal.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ilona K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful place and a charming house.

It is a very nice and beautiful place - just as described. Easy check-in and check-out. We rented it for Thanksgiving and asked for an early check-in, and the owner agreed without any issues. The only problem was the temperature. When we arrived, the thermostat was set to 51F, and it felt noticeably cold. Among us were a few elderly people, for whom the first few hours were difficult until the temperature rose to 65F. The owners should set the thermostat higher before our arrival so we wouldn't have to be wrapped in blankets and quilts during Thanksgiving dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malaya S.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff H., Monroe, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024