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River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn

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A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a table overlooking a river, surrounded by dense forest.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden bench, cushioned seating, and a view of the forest through large windows.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large island with bar stools, and a sliding barn-style door leading to the bathroom.
Interior
A living room with a brick fireplace, a sectional sofa, and a large window offering a view of trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn

The River Watch is a fully remodeled fishing cabin offering all brand new modern amenities and furnishings! This beautiful location on the Betsie River can't be beat. The cabin sits on a cliff steps away from the river so you can enjoy views out every window. This amazing location is 10 min away from Crystal Mountain, 20 min from Lake MI, and close to many wineries and distilleries. It's a stunning location for your up north get away.

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House Rules

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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4445176vb
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

About the area

Thompsonville

Thompsonville is home to this cabin. 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 Iron Fish Distillery.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Glovers Lake - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Iron Fish Distillery - 14 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Yurt - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Watch at Roaring Brook-Betsie River Frontage & easy access to Crystal Mtn located?

Situated in Thompsonville, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Crystal Mountain, Iron Fish Distillery and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al & Irene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in a lot of VRBs and this is one of the best. Very clean. Up to date interior. Beautiful setting. Hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Clean, Cute, Quiet, Wonderful!

My husband and I stayed for a week while our kids were at Lake Ann for camp. This house was PERFECT for us and our dogs for the week. It looked exactly like the pictures when we arrived. The view of the river from the living room and the porch was wonderful! We had fires every night and enjoyed the stars. The hiking is so good in the area! We enjoyed the peace and quiet and are looking forward to renting here again next year. The owners were super nice and made sure we didn't need anything. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Perfect little piece of the planet!

Almost total privacy, on a beautiful river, removed just far enough from busy beach towns… Yet close enough to everything you want or need, just a short drive away!The cottage space/furnishings/amenities/layout were all very thoughtfully designed. They packed a lot of good, into a little space! They had pretty much everything you need for a simple vacation already at the cottage, and there was plenty of room for my daughter, niece (both 5), dog, husband and myself!When we weren’t visiting the Big Lake beaches, we spent our time hanging out down by the river, watching our dog swim in the river current for hours! It was so funny. Down & back down & back again! He would even protest, like a toddler, by standing in the middle of the river, not budging for anyone when told it was time to go inside. Lol. We made some incredible summer memories for our girls here, and can’t wait to come back and do it again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very charming cabin by the river which had been remodeled. However, upon arrival, snow covered the walk paths and outdoor furniture. It would have been nice if someone had taken care of this detail. Cleanliness is an issue as pet fur is on most of the bedding and furniture. The pillows are absolutely horrible. They are stained and smell like dirty hair. The electric heat is a nice idea in theory, but not for Northern Michigan. The units struggled to keep the cabin warm. The wood burning stove would have been fantastic if we could have used it. Furthermore, I don’t know how this is advertised for up to six adults. There is one king bed and a pull out couch. This is four people maximum. The pull out couch is extremely uncomfortable. This needs to be remedied. All rooms lacked proper window coverings. At the end of our stay we washed all of the towels, and vacuumed and swept, leaving it immaculate. It was definitely cleaner than when we arrived. Overall this place has a lot of potential, however it appears as if the owners aren’t present to see to these details. Hired help rarely makes somewhere fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and property are wonderful We were floored when we arrived, as the pictures do not fully do it justice. Very clean and cozy cabin renovated beautifully with a clean, bright and modern look. The screened in porch overlooking the river was great for reading and playing cards and listening to the birds and rain. We fly fished the Betsie river out back for trout and relaxed afterwards on the river deck in the evenings. Being pet friendly is a must for us so that is another big plus for this great little cabin. A visit to Iron Fish Distillery nearby is a must for great food and bourbon 🥃 Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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