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Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Exterior
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain

Whispering Pines

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Take a breath of fresh air and spend some quality time with family in this five-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat perfect for a ski trip or summer vacation! With accommodations for up to 10 guests, everyone can come along and experience the beautiful landscape of Thompsonville. Three of the five bedrooms are located on the main floor offering two double beds and a queen. The other two bedrooms are located upstairs, both offering a set of bunk beds. Everyone will be able to make themselves at home in the spacious living room while watching a TV show or reading a book by the fireplace and the full kitchen is ideal for making anything from a quick snack to a full dinner after long days on the slopes. Spoil yourself at the end of the night with a soak in the jetted tub to loosen the muscles and find your own piece of paradise. Don't forget to stop by the hot tub in the Crystal Spa & Fitness Center at Crystal Mountain Resort!

What's nearby:
This private oasis is located in a great location just steps away from all of the action. Hit the slopes just a few minutes away at Crystal Mountain that has great runs for all experience levels. For the warmer times of the year, take a stroll through the Michigan Legacy Art Park just down the street to view beautiful pieces of art alongside a trail going through the forest. If you brought the little ones along, they will love escaping the heat of Summer at Park at Water's Edge featuring water features and fountains. If golf is your game, there is also a beautiful course mere minutes away, so book a tee time and enjoy a round of 18!

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Private gas grill
Gas fireplace
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

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
37469

About the neighborhood

Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 33 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain located?

Situated in Thompsonville, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Family-friendly rustic cabin next to the slopes of Crystal Mountain Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Overall great stay. Property had plenty of space and was great for our annual ski weekend - 6 adults and 3 tweens. Few things to note that may need attention. The dishwasher was not working properly and there appears to be a small leak in upstairs shower into downstairs bathroom. Nothing major and did not bother our stay, but probably something to look into. Also curtain/blinds in upstairs bedrooms would be nice. ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house
Great location, clean and cozy house
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathe B., Grand Haven, MI

House of horrors with million scary stuffed animals
I had read that you needed to bring pillows and warm bedding.. thank goodness I did, how anyone could rent a house at a ski area with 1 thin blanket on bed is beyond me!!! We have 3 small children in tears scared of all the million stuffed real looking stuffed animals everywhere?? Too much stuff everywhere, 10 pillows on couch, where do you sit? How do you not have a shower in master bedroom? We all had to shower upstairs because one down so small. Location was the best quality of this home, would I rent again?? Absolutely not. It took 3 phone calls to get more towels, they said they don’t do that.. only 1 per person for 1 week stay, finally after 3 calls they reluctantly gave us more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristin S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Ski trip
The property is close to the Crystal mountain Ski area. Location was a benefit for our group of 9. However when checking in the property had a major issue with mousing droppings all over then kitchen area. The shower on the main floor did not close and there was limited blankets in the bed rooms. The home is not well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

kirt g.

Nice Place
Perfectly adequate for 8 guys, and we all love Crystal Resort. One thing - cleanliness. The refrigerator was not cleaned - obvious crumbs and stains, and cherry stems in the crisper drawer. Also, one of the guys lost his keys - during the search, we had to get under/into the couches - one the sofa sleeper. NOT pretty. That needs to be taken care of.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice layout
Bones of this house are good, layout is nice. Kitchen is well stocked with utensils, house was clean (minus the screened porch & outdoor furniture), management company Vacasa was great. Responsive to items that needed to be taken care of. Wonderful location to Crystal Mtn. The beds in the 3 rooms downstairs, less than desirable. One was missing a mattress pad, they are small (doubles, not queens in 2 rooms), no comforters (just a sheet and blanket). No shower in the master bath, just a tub. Also, no blinds on any of the bedroom windows upstairs. Lots of stuffed animals, knick knacks & games.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Heather W., Kokomo

Whispering Pines
Whispering Pine definitely has its pros & cons. Pros include the 5 bedrooms, close proximity to Crystal Mtn, responsive when we need attention to a couple things. Cons-very dirty carpet, very low lighting & lights out in shower & bathroom. Uncomfortable bed & no shower in ‘master’. Very dated but served out purpose as we were skiing the majority of our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodland vibe, great location
Perfect distance to the slopes. Far enough away that it's very quiet, but an easy walk, even for small kid. Inside, there's lots of woodland decor - if you're looking for the rustic ski lodge vibe, this is it! We loved it. The kid/bunk bedrooms are upstairs; if you're a parent needing to be right next to your kid's room, this might not work, but if you like to have some separation between the kid space and adult bedrooms, it's perfect. Worked very well for our group. There are even toys (Legos, board games, video game system) for all ages. The only thing we wished this property had is window treatments for the upstairs bedrooms. We loved our stay and would definitely book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend getaway
Had a great family weekend ski trip. House was in a great location close to everything. Very clean and everything was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
Great location at Crystal Mountain resort! The house is perfect for families & the toys were great for our 6, 5 & 2 year old grandsons. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare family meals. Lots of space with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & both a family room & a loft space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
What a great weekend I enjoyed with some friends. Great home. Everything you would want. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a family of 10
We stayed at Whispering Pines this weekend and were overall very pleased. When we arrived at the property at 3:15 pm there were no keys in the lockbox. A property manager arrived shortly after and said we couldn't go in until 4 pm. The heat was not working and it was 45 degrees in the house. We left for a bit and came back at 4:30 with the promise a heating guy would come soon. Heat was back on by 5:15pm and all went well the rest of the weekend. The only things that we didn't like were minor. Bunk beds in one room were not well received by the adults in that room. And the dining table doesn't seat 10 so some people had to eat off their laps at meal times. There's no window treatments in most of the house, which gives a bit a fishbowl feeling at night when everyone going by can see in. All in all we would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very clean and and functional house
Very nice cozy house, functional layout, nice kitchen and living room. Very clean and location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Nice set-up, plenty of rm for our group of 9.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021