10/10 Excellent
Shannon M.
18 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shannon M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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Holiday home with fireplace, near Crystal Mountain
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Thompsonville, MI
- Place, Crystal Mountain2 min drive
- Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore30 min drive
- Place, Front Street45 min drive
- Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
About this property
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Welcome to STARGAZER
Arcade~~~~~~~~2 min to Crystal Mtn
Fire-pit ~~~~~~~Charcoal Grill
Alexa~~~~~~~~~Ring Toss Game
Guitar~~~~~~~~ Indoor-outdoor space
Peaceful~~~~~~~Board Games
Romantic~~~~~~Electric Fireplace
Records~~~~~~~Nature Views
STARGAZER
Escape to your cozy treetop retreat — where adventure meets relaxation and the stars feel close enough to touch!
*Gaze up at the Up North stars through three skylights, right from your cozy perch among the tree tops.
*Only 2 minutes to Crystal Mountain – perfect for skiing, hiking, golf, the world-class spa, and year-round adventure!
*Indoor–outdoor living with peaceful nature views and plenty of fresh northern air.
SLEEP IN COMFORT
*Super comfy queen bed + a pull-out couch that sleeps 2 more — room for up to 4 guests.
FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE
* Arcade * Guitar * Alexa * Record player *Board games * Ring toss * Dartboard * Giant Connect Four
COZY COMFORTS
*Electric fireplace for romantic nights
*Charcoal grill + fire pit for s’mores under the stars
*Romantic, peaceful & playful — perfect for couples, small families, or friends looking to unwind and reconnect.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & DAY TRIPS
*2 min – Crystal Mountain Resort
Skiing, snowboarding, spa, alpine slide, waterpark, hiking, golfing, and more!
*5 min – Iron Fish Distillery
Craft cocktails, farm-to-glass spirits, live music, and great food
*10 min – St. Ambrose Cellars
Mead, wine, craft beer, artisan shop, great food, and live music
*15 min – Crystal Lake
Boating, beach lounging, and crystal-clear water you won't forget
*22 min – Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club
A world-renowned golf experience with jaw-dropping views
*23 min – Frankfort
Charming shops, lakefront dining, and Lake Michigan beaches
*30 min – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Iconic sand dunes, hiking, river tubing, and scenic drives
*40 min – Traverse City
Dining, festivals, wine tours, shopping, Cherry Republic, and The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
FISHING PARADISE
Located near the Betsie, one of Michigan’s premier rivers, STARGAZER gives anglers the perfect home base:
*Spring Steelhead – Mid-March to April
*Summer Trout – May through August
*Bass, Pike & Salmon – Lake Michigan, Betsie Bay & Crystal Lake (May–September)
*Legendary Fall Salmon Runs – August through November
Come stay at *STARGAZER* — where nature, fun, and Milky Way all meet.
Arcade~~~~~~~~2 min to Crystal Mtn
Fire-pit ~~~~~~~Charcoal Grill
Alexa~~~~~~~~~Ring Toss Game
Guitar~~~~~~~~ Indoor-outdoor space
Peaceful~~~~~~~Board Games
Romantic~~~~~~Electric Fireplace
Records~~~~~~~Nature Views
STARGAZER
Escape to your cozy treetop retreat — where adventure meets relaxation and the stars feel close enough to touch!
*Gaze up at the Up North stars through three skylights, right from your cozy perch among the tree tops.
*Only 2 minutes to Crystal Mountain – perfect for skiing, hiking, golf, the world-class spa, and year-round adventure!
*Indoor–outdoor living with peaceful nature views and plenty of fresh northern air.
SLEEP IN COMFORT
*Super comfy queen bed + a pull-out couch that sleeps 2 more — room for up to 4 guests.
FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE
* Arcade * Guitar * Alexa * Record player *Board games * Ring toss * Dartboard * Giant Connect Four
COZY COMFORTS
*Electric fireplace for romantic nights
*Charcoal grill + fire pit for s’mores under the stars
*Romantic, peaceful & playful — perfect for couples, small families, or friends looking to unwind and reconnect.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & DAY TRIPS
*2 min – Crystal Mountain Resort
Skiing, snowboarding, spa, alpine slide, waterpark, hiking, golfing, and more!
*5 min – Iron Fish Distillery
Craft cocktails, farm-to-glass spirits, live music, and great food
*10 min – St. Ambrose Cellars
Mead, wine, craft beer, artisan shop, great food, and live music
*15 min – Crystal Lake
Boating, beach lounging, and crystal-clear water you won't forget
*22 min – Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club
A world-renowned golf experience with jaw-dropping views
*23 min – Frankfort
Charming shops, lakefront dining, and Lake Michigan beaches
*30 min – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Iconic sand dunes, hiking, river tubing, and scenic drives
*40 min – Traverse City
Dining, festivals, wine tours, shopping, Cherry Republic, and The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
FISHING PARADISE
Located near the Betsie, one of Michigan’s premier rivers, STARGAZER gives anglers the perfect home base:
*Spring Steelhead – Mid-March to April
*Summer Trout – May through August
*Bass, Pike & Salmon – Lake Michigan, Betsie Bay & Crystal Lake (May–September)
*Legendary Fall Salmon Runs – August through November
Come stay at *STARGAZER* — where nature, fun, and Milky Way all meet.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash dishes and leave drying in dish rack
Leave heat on in the winter.
Turn off A/C in the summer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
About the area
Thompsonville
Thompsonville is home to this holiday home. 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.
Thompsonville, MI
What's nearby
- Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 30 min drive - 38.6 km
- Little River Casino - 37 min drive - 53.4 km
- Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 39 min drive - 61.1 km
- Front Street - 45 min drive - 61.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rosie's Country Cafe - 4 min drive
- Iron Fish Distillery - 8 min drive
- The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - 4 min drive
- A. Papano's Pizza - 17 min walk
- The 231 Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Sam and Jesse
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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