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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 182100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪59 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 Crystal Mountain and Misty Acres Preserve. Michigan Legacy Art Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Glovers Lake is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 13 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 20.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬11 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.

Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River

Escape to The Betsie River Cabin, a stunning retreat nestled in a private, wooded setting along the serene Betsie River. Perfect for large groups, this 6-bedroom haven sleeps up to 18, with a spacious kids’ room, 2.5 baths, and an open floor plan designed for connection. Whip up meals in the fully stocked kitchen, gather around the large dining table, or fire up the Weber gas grill on the wraparound deck for a summer barbecue.

Step outside to your private riverfront oasis—watch kayakers glide by from the wooden deck, cast a line for salmon, or unwind by the outdoor fire pit under the stars. Kids will love the play set and games, while adults can soak in the peaceful vibe. On cooler nights, cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace inside.

Just 4 miles from Crystal Mountain Resort, enjoy golfing, hiking, or skiing. Sip local spirits at Iron Fish Distillery (1 mile away), explore Frankfort’s charm (25 minutes), or venture to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (45 minutes). Whether it’s fishing, hiking trails, or winery visits, adventure awaits nearby.

Book your week-long summer stay—or a cozy weekend retreat—and make memories at this Betsie River gem! No smoking or pets; primary renter must be 25+.

Property manager

Michael Beukema

Languages

English

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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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River 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 Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River to downtown Thompsonville?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Thompsonville.

Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Santiago R., Lansing, Mi

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House and Property

The house is very spacious and was very comfortable for 13 in our group. Common area was roomy and opened to kitchen and outdoor deck, with access to Betsie River.in back yard. Beautiful trees and landscape, very private. We enjoyed the firepit and grill on the wrap around deck. We were there for a three day fishing on the Betsie with a lot of cooking inside and out, and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Amazing house and location, had plenty of room for our 9 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Fall Getaway!

Property was pristine, beautiful location surrounded by nature and the amazing Betsie River. Iron Fish Distillery near by if you’re feeling thirsty. Overall great experience and would definitely rebook in the future !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Place

Exactly the place we were looking for. So peaceful and relaxing. Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Megan G.

Fun girls trip!

We came up here for a fun girls weekend and this was such a great spot for what we were looking for! We needed a centrally located place to traverse city and torch lake and that slept everyone comfortably and it was perfect! It wasn’t clearly listed that there was not actual AC in the cabin which was fine, it was just stuffy in the house at times especially in the basement room with no windows. Also there were lots of box fans provided however they were VERY dirty. We loved visiting the Iron Fish Distillery for dinner one evening, the living room space is wonderful for a large group to hang out as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leatha G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

We enjoyed our stay. The prior reviews a read about the property were accurate, it is well appointed for large groups of people which worked out perfectly for us. The outside grounds have a lot of dirt and scrub around, which was no problem for us however, it made it difficult to, keep feet wiped off for going into the house. Especially when it rained for two days. The access point down at the river is hard to use because there isn’t a lot of room for chairs. A couple of our guests tried fishing, but we’re pretty high up off the bank for that. The property owner was very receptive to any questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for family reunion

Great room and kitchen combo ideal for hanging out. Plenty of seating and well-equipped kitchen. Beautiful deck and screen porch. Not all bedrooms have windows, no AC (but weather cool so ok)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

Overall experience was amazing!! We definitely want to come back for another trip. Very peaceful and relaxing! If you like the wilderness and being around woods and water then this is a place for you. The cabin does hold at least 12 people and room to spare. So big families are not exempt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway

I stayed here with some friends for a weekend golf trip. It’s a nice, quiet, and clean cabin with a number of restaurants and golf courses nearby. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cousin's weekend

We had a group of 12 adults and we loved the open concept of the kitchen/living room space. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed. Plenty of seating for our whole group. Lots of comments on how comfortable the couches were. Beds were also comfortable. There were plenty of extra blankets, Pillows, towels & fans. Deck had a beautiful view of the river, and there was a nice stairstep/walkway down to the river. My 4 stars for cleanliness is due to: Outside of house appeared to not have had any spring clean up done. Grass around house was very long & lots of leaves around doorways. The deck had been cleaned off though. The Trash bins were fulls when we arrived & smelled bad, so our few trash bags really overfilled the bins. Lastly, there was a Strong odor in the basement & outside the master bedroom door (under the house fan vent). It was a damp, musty, animal urine smell. There was one humidifier running in 1 downstairs room (that we emptied several times during our stay) and windows were open downstairs also when we arrived to property. We purchased odoban, odor eliminator, to spray and had to run the "whole house fan" the entire time to minimalize the odor. We completely understand that basements can be damp, but this was a Much stronger odor. Besides these unfortunate things, we had a great time together in this Cabin, Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

This was our 3rd time staying at the property and it was great as usual. We couldn’t ski due to the weather but had no problem finding things to do in the area. The house is large enough to fit several families and a huge bedroom downstairs for the adult kids to hang out. I must say it would be nice if the furnace was WiFi and the owners could bump up the heat prior to our arrival as it was only 58 degrees in the house but it did heat up fairly quickly and was not a big deal. Thanks for having us and I’m sure we’ll be back in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suada R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023