Nestled in a secluded wooded setting, Betsie River Cabin offers the perfect 'Up North' getaway for groups of up to 8 people. This cozy cabin features modern amenities like Wi-Fi and a smart TV, along with an outdoor hot tub, rustic wood interior, and ample parking. Enjoy prime trout fishing from the backyard or relax by the campfire.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
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You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi
Betsie River Cabin provides a cozy getaway with a secluded wooded setting and easy access to many of Northern Michigan’s favorite attractions. It has been designed to provide a true “Up North” getaway for groups of up to 8 people. Each bedroom can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests with the convenience of separate bathrooms. The cabin is perfect for both family retreats and outdoor adventure seekers while providing modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and a smart TV. This all-season cabin features air conditioning (installed July 2025), outdoor hot tub, rustic wood interior, wood stove, washer and dryer, basement recreation room with a ping pong table, and ample parking.
During your stay, guests can admire the natural beauty of the Betsie River from the deck and hot tub or relax by the campfire. Launch a canoe from the backyard; enjoy prime trout, salmon, and steelhead fishing as part of your stay. A convenient fish cleaning station is provided for your use. Skiing (downhill and cross-country), golf, and mountain bike trails can be enjoyed at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, located only minutes away.
Betsie River Cabin (formerly known as Nasha Hata) changed ownership in late 2017. This property has been a favorite for guests for many years, receiving numerous positive reviews, comments, and feedback. The current owners are excited to continue the legacy of providing guests with enjoyable and memorable stays.
Cottage Amenities: Radiant Heat with an independent thermostat under master bedroom tile floor.
Fully equipped kitchen: dishwasher, refrigerator with freezer, electrical stove, coffee maker, microwave, convection oven, silverware, toaster and cooking utensils.
A gas grill is provided.
A washer and clothes dryer are provided on the main floor.
Smart TV in the living room with basic DISH, DVD player, board games, and a choice of favorite movies.
A canoe is included with your cottage rental.
Wood is provided for the wood stove and outdoor fire pit free of charge.
Linens and paper products are furnished.
Ping-pong table in the basement rec room
Area activities and attractions: Skiing - Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa just 4 minutes away.
Fishing – Betsie River is prime for trout and salmon fishing. In this area the Betsie River is a DNR type 4 stream with trout open all year long.
Golfing – a variety of golf courses nearby.
Canoeing/kayaking – start at the cottage, end at a convenient downstream landing.
Biking – the 22 mile long Betsie Valley Trail offers fantastic riding, extending from Thompsonville to Frankfort.
Hunting & Morel mushrooming on state forests within a few minutes drive.
Snowmobiling – easy access to 300 miles of trails.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – 30 minutes away.
Casino – Little River Casino in Manistee – 25 minutes away.
Attractions for Kids: The area offers plenty of attractions for children: fishing, tubing, swimming pool and water park at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, guided ATV tours, beautiful Lake Michigan Beaches, Sleeping Bear Dunes climbing, bike trails, and skiing in the winter.
Other attractions: concerts at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, numerous local festivals, bike trails, hiking trails……. the options are almost endless.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Fish cleaning table
Kayak
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Thompsonville, this cabin is near a water park and 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. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Thompsonville travel guide
Is Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Mountain, Misty Acres Preserve, and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Iron Fish Distillery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi Reviews
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The accommodations were perfect! It was cozy and clean, exactly what we wanted! The host responded quickly to a question about connecting to the WiFi. We will be back. What a gem!
We had an awesome time at the cabin! Beautiful spot on the river and lots to explore.
Alecia N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
juan
8 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was nothing less than magical truly had an amazing time with the family.
Any questions I had were automatically answered
Overall loved the hospitality, and have already recommended to family and friends
Enjoyed our 3rd yr at the cabin, everything needed was there and described. Communication was great. Looking to come back for a 4th year in 2026. 2 new guys in group were amazed with the cabin and location, they are hooked too. Come on Salmon run 2026.
My friends and i stayed at Betsie Cabin for Labor Day weekend and had an amazing time. Eating by the campfire, playing ping pong in the game room, and relaxing next to nature was something we city boys needed. Would definitely recommend!
Enjoyed our stay. Hot tub was a plus! Would’ve preferred a finished basement, but communication with the host was great & the location was accommodating to our needs. Overall 4/5 stay.
This property was perfect. Great location to Crystal Mountain, amazing views, and great mornings cozied up to the fire and relaxing evening soaking the hot tub.
This place was clean and nice. Definitely would recommend.We hope to stay here again someday.
If you're wanting something close to Crystal Mountain, but not stuck in the middle of the crowd... this is it! A hot tub, plenty of beds, a wood-burning stove to dry out gloves and ski boots after a day on the hills are all perfect ways to relax. This is our third consecutive year booking at this property for a reason.
Close to Crystal and great location for some tranquility. Hot tub was relaxing after a day of skiing. Loved the river in the back and added to the relaxing atmosphere.
Was everything we hoped for to kick off our Honeymoon!! River is so calming, house is very nice!! Plan on bringing the kids in the future now thay we know of this hidden gem!!!
My family and I stayed at the Betsie River Cabin to go skiing at Crystal Mt for the weekend. Our stay was great! Everything about the cabin was as they described and we had a great time playing board games and enjoyed the hotbtub after skiing. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!!
We really enjoyed Betsie River Cabin, it was everything it advertised and more, we used the canoe and also kayaked the river. It was great to launch from the property! We had great campfires and played ping pong, the hot tub was great after a day on the river. The hosts are very gracious and thought of everything. We will probably return sometime!
Nice cabin, not to far to any of the surrounding areas. Host were very responsive to all inquiries. We did some fishing and biking and toured Torch lake, Frankfort, Crystal lake to name a few. Enjoyed our stay and looking into another trip to the Bestie in the future.
This was our 3rd straight year at this amazing cabin! Mike is always attentive to all communication & needs. Did some Salmon fishing and relaxing in the jacuzzi after a long day in the river!
We had a great time during our stay: the kids loved the pingpong and exploring the property. The kitchen had most everything we needed. We did some skiing at Crystal Mountain so the location of the cabin was perfect. The owners were responsive to any questions or issues we had. We'll definitely be back!
This is the second time that my brother, sister in law, my wife and I have stayed at this cabin! We love that we have our own bedrooms and bathrooms! The house is cozy and just a great place to relax and enjoy each others company! We enjoy fishing and kayaking the Betsie River. We will be back in the future to our home away from home.
This is the 2nd year in a row that I’ve booked this property with my family and friends and every year we leave wanting to stay more! The hosts Mike and Lisa are great communicators and ensure you feel as if you’re home during your stay. We had a great time fishing the river and relaxing in the jacuzzi after a long day of fishing. God willingly we will be back again next year!
We absolutely loved our stay here. Our kids LOVED exploring the river and warming up in the hot tub after. We all had a lot of fun playing ping pong and used some of the board games provided as well. Campfires were also a favorite. It was perfect. So much do do in this area! This was our first time in Michigan and we hope to return.
Beautiful home and location with serious attention to detail and so much to enjoy. Canoeing, campfire, wood burning stove, hot tub ping pong short drive to sleeping Bear dunes, awesome fall colors. Perfect
We had a a great time. We did some fishing in the river and saw a few salmon but no takers. Hot tub was nice addition and probably the main reason we booked this place. We had dinner at Crystal mt and went there for the spa the next day. We will definitely be back probably with the kids next time. Thanks again.
A Great Little Getaway in the Woods by the Betsie River
Eight friends from two families ages 10-46 gathered at this cabin for a few days to explore Sleeping Bear Dunes and float (tube) the Platte River. It was a lovely escape complete with a very nice hot tub and right on the Betsie River. We split sleeping arrangements in the two rooms by gender as 4 sleeping spaces exist in each of the two rooms. The cabin was well-stocked and hosts answered questions quickly when we had them. You may want to bring your own drinking water and lots of mosquito spray (if visiting in the summer).