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Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill

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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Property grounds
Bathroom

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 896.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill

Relax by the River

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You won't find a more peaceful and convenient retreat than this charming riverfront home! This retreat was formerly the owner's dad's cabin and sits on five acres on top of a big hill. There is a boardwalk that leads to Betsie River through a swamp area. Guests can go fishing for salmon and steelhead in the river. The snowmobile trail is only two blocks from the cabin, and Crystal Mountain is about a mile away. Other unique local attractions include Michigan Legacy Art Park, St. Ambrose Cellars, Bottle House Museum, Gravity Hill, Cotton Creek Farms, Crystal Lake Golf, Kresge Auditorium, Caberfae Peaks, and Mt. Holiday.

As you enter this riverfront beauty, you will find a delightful open floor plan with high vaulted ceilings, exposed cedar beams, hardwood flooring, and floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the space with natural light. Spread out comfortably in the welcoming living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and a smart TV with streaming services. When mealtime comes, discover a well-appointed kitchen with all new appliances (fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and a Keurig coffee maker) and painted cabinets. This area opens onto an extensive 15-foot deck with impressive river views. From here, you can easily access a clearing with a firepit surrounded by rocks. Additional perks include a two-person Jacuzzi tub on the main floor, a small gas grill, and a circular driveway, making it easy for snowmobilers to stay here.

Things to Know
Streaming services are available with guests' own accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is one active Ring doorbell camera that faces the driveway.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is in a rural area 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 Chestnut Hills Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 30 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 34 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

6.6/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Overall this was a beautful property. The home was beautiful and clean. But the listing misrepresented the accessibility down to the river. It was a very steep path with no stairs. We were afraid to go down and not be able to get back up. Also there were very few pictues of the outside of the property. We thought it was five acres which was isolated. But in fact there are close neighbors
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Great spot on the Betsie

House was really comfortable and clean. Easy access to the Betsie which was perfect for fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

Quiet getaway

I love just pulling into the driveway and seeing and smelling all the tall pine trees. I love how it backs up to scenic overlook of trees and path to the Betsy river -a little rough to get down there but when you do -it’s beautiful to see the trickling water, this location is close to iron Fish distillery and a very nice restaurant bar called 231. The rental was clean comfortable with a very nice vibe and a very nice deck on back to sit out and chill.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Brian P.

Dangerous path backyard to creek. Nice small place

Cute small tucked away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Thompsonville Vacation Rental

Beautiful private location, close to outdoor activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Nice house but neither secluded nor really “riverfront”

The house is nice, a recent reno with comfortable furnishings, big TV and mostly well equipped (could use a kettle for making tea and some reading lamps). It’s also dog friendly and had a dog bed. Our issue was that it was advertised as secluded, on 5 acres and riverfront. We pictured spending our days sitting quietly by the river. It is not secluded, there are neighbors you can see and hear right next door on both sides. Getting down to the river involves a climb down a steep muddy hill with roots for “stairs” and no handrails. Then across a narrow wobbly boardwalk over a swamp, then up and down another small hill. There is no place to sit, not even a bench by the river. No big deal if you are young and able bodied probably, but we asked specifically if the river was accessible for someone with difficulty walking and we were assured it would be. (I noticed the neighbors all had nice wooden staircases with handrails down to the river.) So we could sit on the deck instead, except you can’t really see the river from the deck. However you can hear the constant traffic noise from the busy road 2 houses down - much louder & busier than on my city street. So if you are wanting to stay inside or just use the property as a place to watch TV, prepare meals and sleep, this is a nice place. If you’re hoping to be in an”secluded riverfront up north setting” as we were, you may also be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Cozy & Clean!

Very clean & ease of amenities! Kitchen was stocked with necessities. Beds & linens were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daivd S.

Great cabin in the woods

This place is by far one of the cleanest and nicest places we have stayed all the amenities where great we definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lakshmi D.

Amazing Stay!

The home was very beautiful- scenic and kept very clean! Check in check out was easy! Loved the quietness - the flowing river in the back - so beautiful Will go back there if I get a chance ! Love it love it love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Cool little cottage on the River

Was quiet and peaceful. Set in the middle of pine forest. Well appointed. Easy to access. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

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