10/10 Excellent
William M.
17 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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Winter Getaway for the Whole Family near Crystal Mountain
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14241.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Thompsonville, MI
- Crystal Mountain5 min drive
- Mountain Ridge Golf Course6 min drive
- Michigan Legacy Art Park7 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Winter Getaway for the Whole Family near Crystal Mountain
1800 feet of the Betsie River surround this 4.5 acre wooded peninsula. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath two story house provides a private secluded setting. The open floorplan, two fieldstone fireplaces, and huge windows and doorwalls make you feel you are outside with the comforts of home. Crystal Mountain, the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches and fun cities like Frankfort and Traverse City are within 35 miles. Northwestern Michigan provide many biking and walking paths. The white sandy coastline of Lake Michigan is breathtaking and very accessible to visitors. Rivers provide kayaking, tubing and fishing opportunities. Iron Fish Distillery is within walking distance. Many scenic wineries around Traverse City offer excellent local wines for tasting. Traverse City's Cherry Festival in July is nationally acclaimed with over 150 family activities. Golf courses, water park, zip line and spa available at Crystal Mountain Resort 3 miles away. 20 % discount for 7 days or more. 30% discount for 28 days.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 on the waterfront. 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. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Thompsonville, MI
What's nearby
- Crystal Mountain - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Michigan Legacy Art Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
- Crystal Lake Golf Club - 24 min drive - 26.7 km
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 32.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - 7 min drive
- Iron Fish Distillery - 6 min drive
- A. Papano's Pizza - 5 min drive
- Rosie's Country Cafe - 6 min drive
- The 231 Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joe K.
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter K.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Peter K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike N., Douglas, MI
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tucked away in the woods
Mike N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dustin P.
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Cool House and Property
Dustin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fred S., Grand Rapids, MI
26 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy as it gets
Fred S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Justin V., Lansing, Michigan
28 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Justin V.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Katie P.
10 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family trip
Katie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
David P.
26 July 2018
Much prettier than it looks in the pictures. Tucked away in woods along the river. A lovely getaway.
David P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
8/10 Good
zong c.
6 July 2018
Great place to get away
zong c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
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Hosted by Terry Peabody
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