Entire home

Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.

Experience the charm of Bestie River Getaway, a classic up-north cabin home nestled along the Betsie River. Enjoy year-round activities like skiing, kayaking, and hiking near Crystal Mountain resort or unwind by the gas fireplace with a book or family movie night.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Outdoor space

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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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.

Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.

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Free WiFi Access!

You'll enjoy our classic up-north cabin home all year round! Just one mile from Crystal Mountain resort, direct access to kayaking/salmon fishing on the Betsie River and 20 min from a perfect Lake Michigan sunset!

Winter months are ideal for skiing at Crystal Mountain resort, snow shoeing around our 1.5 acre property and nearby trails, snuggling up by the toasty, gas fireplace while reading a book, playing games, assembling a puzzle or a family movie night. You'll also find multiple access points to snowmobile trails.

Spring is the best time for a girls weekend getaway to Crystal's full service spa. Guys would enjoy 36-holes of golf and local fishing. Also, hike the 1.6 mile Michigan Legacy Art Park trail, which is open year round.

Summer months are our favorite time of year to spend in Northern Michigan. Explore Lake Michigan beaches along the coast just 20 miles away and you can't beat the sunsets in Frankfort and Arcadia's Inspiration Point! Our cabin currently has three kayaks for our guests to float down the Betsie or fish right off our dock. The Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide will take your breath away cruising down 1,700 ft long curved track. Enjoy the biking, hiking and chairlift rides on their property. For the Michigander favorite pastime, book a tubing trip on the nearby Platte River!

During the fall months, the colors are breathtaking! Crystal offers panoramic views via chair lift of three counties during the peak of fall color season. September/October is the best chance to watch fish migrate upstream. Enjoy a large campfire setting from our riverbank.

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Contact us directly if you have any questions about your stay. Email: jermsroub@gmail.com or call Michelle at 763.458.9351

Property amenities

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Video games
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
On a river
On the waterfront

Things to do

Kayak
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 800 square feet

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Renters must assume the risk for any injury/damage of stairs to home, river and banks, water and bonfire activities, fireplace, and porch.

See exit obligations, failure to comply may result in an additional charge against your deposit.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Pack n play, games and toys, booster seat.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A perfect getaway on the Betsie River

About the area

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 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 - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Michigan Legacy Art Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Crystal Lake Golf Club - 23 min drive - 26.0 km
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬4 min drive
‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬10 min drive
‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$518.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. located?

This family-friendly Thompsonville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Iron Fish Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).