Escape to Shady Pines, a cozy wooded cabin perfectly tucked within Crystal Mountain Resort. With its rustic charm, screened-in porch, and welcoming firepit, this retreat is made for year-round fun—whether you're hitting the slopes, golfing, hiking, or simply unwinding fireside with family and friends. Just a short walk to the lifts and resort hub, you'll have easy access to all the action while still enjoying the peaceful privacy of your own cabin in the pines. After a day of adventures, return to your warm, inviting space—complete with a woodstove, full kitchen, loft lounge, and outdoor swing by the firepit for stargazing nights.
Highlights Walk to the slopes at Crystal Mountain Resort (just 0.4 miles away) Screened-in porch (seasonal) for morning coffee or evening wine. Please note, the outdoor porch is only available May - October (weather permitting) Cozy woodstove with wood provided for the perfect cabin vibe Outdoor firepit & swing for roasting marshmallows under the stars Resort amenities available (pool, hot tub, sauna, golf, & more with day-pass fee)
The Space Step inside to a true cabin-in-the-woods experience. The living area offers plush seating, a streaming-ready TV, and a classic woodstove to keep things warm and cozy in cooler months. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, a standalone island, and even a desk nook for those mixing play with a bit of remote work. The upstairs loft provides an extra lounge area, giving guests plenty of space to spread out and relax. At day's end, gather outdoors at the firepit swing for storytelling and s'mores, or curl up inside and recap tomorrow's ski runs or golf holes.
Resort Amenities (Additional Fees Apply) Indoor & outdoor pools Hot tub, sauna & steam room On-site golf Tennis courts Crystal Mountain Village dining & shopping Things to Know The porch is closed from October through May. Guests may access Crystal Mountain amenities with purchase of a day pass. No pets allowed. Parking for up to 4 vehicles is included. Guests will need to bring their own wood for the fire pit and stove. For guests traveling with infants, a pack 'n play or crib can be provided upon request for an additional fee, subject to availability.
Why Choose Elevated Homes Hospitality?
Complimentary with EVERY reservation: One bag of Panther coffee roasted in Traverse City Free Gym Access @ Formative Fitness (please message for details) 10% off each TC Brew Bus reservation $5 off per Kayak, Bike Brew reservation 10% off any rental at Paddle TC $15 off any motorized rental at TC Watersports 15% off any rental/package with Memories Traverse City A starter kit to help get you started during your stay.
🔥 Add a Sauna to Your Stay! Enjoy a private wood-fired barrel sauna and cold plunge delivered right to you—perfect after a day of exploring. Provided by Northern Heat Sauna Rentals.
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Cancellation Guarantee Allows you as the guest to cancel your reservation for any reason up to 7 days prior to check in and receive a full refund (minus the damage waiver protection fee)
Inclement Weather Some weather conditions can prevent or delay travel, no worries, our staff will work with you on canceling or moving your dates (depending on availability)
Damage Coverage Covers you up to $250 dollars of unintentional accidents to the property (any damages that exceed the $250, intentional or unintentional (charged to the credit card on file)
24 On-Call Maintenance
14 Day Refresh Provided Elevated Homes Hospitality requires a 14 day refresh for any guest staying longer than 30 days with us. This wonderful service provides you with a fresh linen exchange, amenity restocking and a light clean to freshen up the home. Please note there will be an additional fee for this amenity.
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower
Living spaces
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Stereo
Laundry
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Tennis
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)
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Thompsonville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Misty Acres Preserve, while Michigan Legacy Art Park and Benzie Area Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Thompsonville travel guide
Is Shady Pines @ Crystal Mountain Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Shady Pines @ Crystal Mountain Resort?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shady Pines @ Crystal Mountain Resort?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shady Pines @ Crystal Mountain Resort located?
Situated in Thompsonville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Shady Pines @ Crystal Mountain Resort Reviews
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The place was very cozy. Kitchen was stocked with all necessary equipment to enjoy breakfast. Convenient location. The host was easy to reach and very pleasant to work with. One suggestion, please fix the washing machine. It was late when we tried to used it. I didn’t want to contact