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Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot

Riverside Abode

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Perched on a gorgeous five-acre lot on the bank of the Betsie River, this unbelievable getaway will be just the place to get away from it all and breathe in some fresh air. With plenty of room for the entire family, you will have no trouble spreading out and feeling at home in no time. Mingle with loved ones by the warmth of the wood-burning fireplace with a favorite drink in hand as the chef of the group whips up something tasty in the full kitchen. On warm summer nights, there will be no better way to end each day than a cookout on the back deck as the sun dips below the treetops. Plus, the firepit is the perfect place to listen to the water rush by and reminisce about the fun that was had that day with the whole gang.

What's nearby:
Regardless of the season, this special retreat will be just the place for every type of guest to enjoy. When fresh snow blankets the area, the skiers of the group will be glad to know that Crystal Mountain is just over a mile west offering a variety of runs for all experience levels to enjoy. While in the area, everyone will love walking through the exhibits at Michigan Legacy Art Park and soaking up the colors of Fall foliage. A bite to eat and local grocery stores can be found in Thompsonville proper a mile away and a day trip to Lake Michigan is just 18 miles from your front door!

Things to know:
Free WiFi & cable
Full kitchen
Firepit
Snowbird-friendly
Central AC
All resort amenities must be paid for separately on a pay-as-you-go basis through the resort. Vacasa offers lodging only.

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 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
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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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 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.
Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 22 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 26 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Terrific riverfront home near the slopes w/ firepit, free WiFi & five-acre lot located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Ski weekend

Great stay and you can’t get any closer to Crystal!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Josh F.

Liked: Check-in, location

Great Potential

We pulled up to an overflowing trash can that had been raided by racoons, the furnace required service during our stay, and I'm not quite sure how this is listed to sleep 8. Otherwise, the view of the river is awesome, the Vacasa representatives were able to help us through a few issues, and the interior of the house was nice. With a few of the kinks worked out this was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Wow!

This place was perfect for us! Close proximity to everything we wanted to do and the home was amazing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misti C.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

Great family friendly location. We really enjoyed the cozy feeling of the home and furnishings. The house has a neat layout that added to the unique characteristics. Loved the view of the River from the living room. The fire pit location was a bonus! Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Great property

We loved the yard, fire pit, and river access!

8/10 Good

Ronda T.

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

By the river

Great spot on the river, comfortable house
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja F.

Very happy with home

Thanks so much for a great stay. We really enjoyed the home and it is close to so many places in northwest Michigan (Interlochen, Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Platte River). We had a lot of fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

mike H.

Always a winner

This property is always clean and appealing. It’s always nice sitting up on the hill watching the fish swim upstream and around the bend. Also a good fishing point just off the end of the stairs. We will return for many years to come.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Great property

This was a perfect rental for our family’s 2 day ski trip. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Cute Farmhouse on the Betsie

8 of us enjoyed the weekend at this cozy home on the river. The house provided everything we needed for our stay and was very clean. The property does border a campground and is near the road, which neither were super noisy but it wasn't as quiet and secluded as we hoped. The beautiful view with a fire pit that sits on top of the river was the best part.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Beautiful View

The house was very cozy and comfortable. We had plenty of room to spread out. The river in the backyard was a lot of fun for the kids, they fished and played in the water in the shallow areas. Very nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Cozy Stay

The inside of the home was very clean and comfortable for our party of 4. The location to town was great and was a good landing spot for some of our itinerary to Traverse City. Check-in was also easy. The outside needed a little TLC, but we were able to enjoy a fire with a view of the river. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmy E.

Wonderful house close to Crystal Mountain

The property is just like all of the other reviews have stated. Very clean, well stocked kitchen, loft is amazing. My friends were staying at Betsy River Canoes and Campground and you can actually take a path right to them. It was a 5 minute walk to the center of the campground. I would highly recommend this location for a home base.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Great cozy house near small airport.

House was great. Right on river kids were able to have a blast in the river. Had small issue with bathroom vanity drain and maintenance came over and fixed it right up. Definitely staying again. Right across the street from Thompsonville airport. Small airport but perfect for flying in to and walking to this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brooklynn H.

Cute and Homey

This was a very nice house 5 minutes from Crystal Mountain! River and a nice place to have a fire if it would have been warmer but plenty of room for everyone inside in the colder months.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Christopher R.

Pleasant home in beautiful location

The house was very clean and tidy, and in a quiet location. There are lots of attractions nearby (within 20 min drive). All the appliances were new-ish, and fully functional. The kitchen had plenty of dishes, enough for 8-10 people. There were plenty of knives, although they were not sharp enough, and I couldn't find a sharpener. The river runs right next to the house, with stairs down to it. Altogether a beautiful location, and a carefree stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Family getaway

Loved the scenery and easy access for our boys to fly fish. The house is nicely decorated, cozy and beds are comfortable. All pictures posted were exact! We’d stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Heather H.

Great Adventure stay!

Great house for a group. Comfortable, and had everything we needed for cooking and being together with friends for a week. Location is perfect for Basecamp for adventures on the Betsie and Platte Rivers, and all the towns in between.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Great location for skiing

Just down the road from Crystal, so it was super convenient going back and forth for lunch and dinner breaks. Furniture was comfortable for relaxing after skiing and the kitchen had what we needed. The house has charm and character, and we would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY T.

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

Is this place for sale?

A really nice country home getaway close to everything. We would definitely stay here again. The photos don't do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lacy

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

Betsie River

This house is awesome! It’s big and comfortable and private and such a beautiful setting overlooking the Betsie River! Only about a mile to Crystal Mountain skiing and golf. Kitchen has everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E., Pickerington Oh

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

Unique home

Beautiful very comfortable home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Wonderful place for a relaxing weekend

My son and I greatly enjoyed our stay. The house is roomy yet cozy. I appreciated the quality of the kitchen. Rooms were very comfortable and the downstairs shower was so relaxing. We also enjoyed the quiet evenings outside by the river with a fire going. Definitely saving this for another getaway some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place for our group. Comfortable and clean. Neat house and easy drive to area attractions. A little noisy sometimes being close to a well traveled road but it wasn't all that noticeable. Good value compared to many other properties we considered.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P., Glen Carbon, Illinois

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

Perfect for Sleeping Bear vacation or Crystal Mountain ski trip

Great location near Crystal Mountain ski resort, and a short drive to everything the Sleeping Bear area has to offer. Approximately equidistant from Traverse City, Manistee, and Cadillac. Betsie River is in the backyard, a firepit for s'mores, and great night sky views from the deck. Lots of comfortable seating in the living room, kitchen includes plenty of pots and pans. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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