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Secluded Home on Betsie River

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, books, offices
Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled on 8 acres along the Betsie River, this secluded home offers a tranquil retreat with plenty of space to unwind. Enjoy outdoor activities like floating, fishing, and swimming from the riverfront or explore nearby Crystal Mountain and Sleeping Bear Dunes area with provided kayaks and canoe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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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.

Secluded Home on Betsie River

Summary:
Escape to this secluded home on Betsie River!
- Beautifully decorated, comfortable interior with recently remodeled rooms
- Perfect atmosphere for relaxation after outdoor activities
- Fully stocked kitchen and amenities including a grill, fire pit, and patio
- Enjoy views and access to 650 feet of river frontage
- Unique DIY disc golf course and trails
- Complimentary canoe and two kayaks provided

The Space:
Escape to this secluded home on the Betsie River, nestled on 8 acres of stunning landscape with 650 feet of riverfront. This beautiful, comfortably decorated retreat is perfect for those looking to unwind after a day of outdoor adventures. The river is ideal for floating, fishing, and swimming, and the surrounding area offers year-round activities.

With the dam gone, the river's natural beauty is on full display, making this an incredible spot for relaxation and recreation. Enjoy the convenience of a canoe and two kayaks provided for your use. Just minutes away from Crystal Mountain, this home serves as a great launch point for exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes area.

Accommodations:
- Recently remodeled rooms with new furniture
- Spacious layout for comfort and relaxation
- Master bedroom features an attached bathroom with an extra-large tub
- Fully stocked kitchen for your cooking needs

Outdoor Amenities:
- Grill and patio for outdoor dining
- Fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars
- Trails for hiking and exploring
- DIY disc golf course on the property
- Easy access to ORV trails leading straight to Frankfort

Access and Location:
- Code lock on the door for hassle-free entry
- Short trail walk down the hill to the river
- Located in Thompsonville, a serene and picturesque area

Come relax here!

Guest Access:
There is a code lock on the door for easy access. The river is about 150 feet down the hill from the house.

The Neighborhood:
Just outside of the town of Thomsonville. 15 minutes to Beulah.

Interaction with Guests:
I am always available by text or phone call. -Todd

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

No more than communicated guests are allowed at any time without permission. Any guests beyond 8 will be charged $250 per person per night.

Pets

Pets not 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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Michigan Legacy Art Park and Benzie Area Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 27 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 29 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Home on Betsie River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Home on Betsie River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Home on Betsie River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Home on Betsie River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Crystal Mountain and within 6 miles (10 km) of Michigan Legacy Art Park and Iron Fish Distillery. Misty Acres Preserve and Turtle Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Secluded Home on Betsie River Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nichole F.

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

Quiet home with river access

This is a cute little place in walking distance to trails and private river property. We came for the Mesick Morel Mushroom Festival and found quite a few right on the property! There is an outdoor firepit and access to canoe/kayaks and games - everything needed for a nice stay. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Relaxing

Clean and secluded, nice, well kept property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly N., Sand Creek Mi

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

Weekend ski trip

The house was perfect for our weekend away, great location. We enjoyed the slopes at Crystal and the drinks at Iron Fish. House was very clean & spacious. Loved the property, it was beautiful with all the fresh snow & pine trees along the stream.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Easy

Clean, easy, fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Great place for our purposes

Great place to stay us 6 adults. We used the space for the fat chance bike race at Crystal Mountain. There is a spice rack but no salt and pepper or garlic salt. No big deal just an fyi. We made due. Loved the river as well even went cold plungin. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie B.

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

Short Getaway with Family

Our kids had never been skiing at Crystal Mountain, so we planned a trip for them to experience it. We chose to stay at the Betsie River location because it was so close to the slopes. The home was very CLEAN and spacious, with plenty of room for us to spread out. As you enter the home, the entrance is very large and many hooks to hang up wet items. It has a large master bathroom. I emailed Todd to find out the Wifi password and he responded within minutes. Communication is A! The kitchen was well stocked. We went to Traverse City (approximately 40 min away) for dinner and to do a little shopping. We ate at Blue Tractor BBQ which was a little pricey and we thought the food was just okay. The next night we ate at Geno's Sports Bar and Grill, which is located in Thompsonville and only minutes from the house and my family strongly preferred that restaurant over the one in Traverse City. The chicken BBQ pizza was amazing!! We highly recommend visiting this local joint. Not fancy but very good! If you're looking for a VRBO home in that area, I highly recommend this home! We had a great time and my kids are already planning our next trip there!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irish M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

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