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

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expansive back deck
Large deck for enjoying the view of the Betsie River.
Living area
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 18195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Kids large bedroom

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Master bedroom with attached bath

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is on a river. Crystal Mountain and Chestnut Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve. 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 - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 13 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 15 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 29.6 km

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cabin Retreat – Sleeps Up to 18 on the Betsie River located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Mountain, Misty Acres Preserve, and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Chestnut Hills Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Very good for skiing on Crystal Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Santiago R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Megan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual christmas ski trip
We have stayed here several times while skiing Crystal Mountain. The open and spacious kitchen, dinning and tv area are our favorite place to relax with family and friends. The new upgrades are woderful and well chosen. Thank you for allowing us to rent your property and would definetly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anouchka R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away.
We really enjoyed our time at the cabin. It has an open kitchen space which made it feel very homey. Had everything we needed to host a thanksgiving dinner. The basement was very cold even though we turned up the heat. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. My only remark would be that the trash cans in the bedrooms weren’t empty from previous guess or housecleaning crew/person.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff Z.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Executive Pastor
This was a perfect location for our annual fall retreat. We were looking forward to having a fire either inside or outside. There was not wood to be found. We were going to purchase some wood for the inside fireplace, but we would have had to clean out the ashes first, there was a very large amount inside. Outside was mostly rainy. The cabin was great for what we were doing and location was great for restaurants and golf. Carpet in the kitchen badly stained, maybe think about putting down a different flooring, It would have felt cleaner to us. Tried cooking pancakes but the large pans were old enough that the "non-stick" was gone. Just suggestions, overall, we would book this cabin again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five Stars!
This vacation was awesome! Plenty of room for our family. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. We cook on vacation and have family meals, there was enough room for everyone! The property was absolutely beautiful! We loved the fall colors and the river. We have grown children and they loved this cabin. My son actually said “this is my favorite”. (We take our kids on a short vacation every fall in Michigan.) This Cabin and location is 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin
Great river cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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