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Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC!

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
Aerial view
Snow and ski sports

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC!

Create your own family memories in this beautifully renovated Betsie River cabin with over 165' of prime direct river frontage & private dock. Tucked back close to state land on two acres of mature hardwoods and pines, this 'family friendly' updated cabin with 5 nice size bedrooms plus a loft will easily sleep 14 in beds. There is also an additional powered queen air mattress at your disposal for another two if needed. House also has Central Air Conditioning and fast Fiber Internet.

Whether it be kids playing/wading in the water, fly fishing for Steelhead, Salmon or Trout, serving up a family game of backyard sand volleyball, or simply enjoying a nice fire inside or out with friends and family, your vacation retreat awaits! This cabin has gone through an interior remodel and provides an updated kitchen with updated appliances & granite countertops. Large bedrooms also have closets to store all of your gear. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need for multi-family stays and cooking. Cabin has two full bathrooms. (One main floor and one upstairs).

Rainy Day? We have you covered. A large basement game room has ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard, electric dartboard, Fullsize Pac-Man arcade with 14 games, 55” Smart TV & game table with many games that are perfect for keeping everyone entertained. A river rock stone wood-burning fireplace will keep you warm and cozy on cooler nights in the great room and the large screened in porch is perfect for listening to river while enjoying your favorite libation or catching up with friends/family. The cabin also has a spacious outdoor deck with patio table & chairs, Weber propane grill and a fantastic stamped concrete firepit area with plenty of Adirondack chairs that are great for listening to river after a busy day of activities. (Limited firewood provided as a courtesy) A full-size sand volleyball court with nearby outdoor hot/cold shower are at your disposal as well.

Outdoor games such as Corn Hole, Washer Toss, Bocce Ball & Kan Jam are provided in shed. A 4'x12' private dock is on the property and provides easy access to the river with swim ladder. The Betsie River is a great shallow river for Steelhead, Salmon and Trout fishing as well as canoeing and kayaking. Also great for smaller kids to safely play around off of the dock. We also have the property sprayed May through Sept. for Mosquitos and Ticks just to be safe. State Snowmobile & ATV/UTV trails are also very close outside the neighborhood for summer/winter fun.

Located just four miles from Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa you have skiing, golf, biking, pool/hot tub, outdoor water park, a beautiful spa & fitness center, high-ropes, climbing wall, laser tag along and many other activities waiting for you. (Nominal daily fee applies) The cabin is also a short drive to Arcadia & Frankfort Lake Michigan Beaches, Traverse City, Crystal Lake in Beulah, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Platte River Rafting, Bear Lake and Manistee. The popular Iron Fish Distillery is just across other side of river from cabin and St. Ambrose Cellars & Tasting Room (Mead/Wine/Beer) just 15mins north. So many things to do and places to see that are close to cabin, although the privacy and peacefulness of the cabin may be all you need.

If the dates you are looking for are not available, or if you need an additional rental close by for additional family, please check out:
The Lemon Lodge: ID#4475313 (4bed, 2bath, 2 family rooms & sleeps 13)
The River Pine Lodge: ID#9465007 (3bed + Loft, 2bath directly on Betsie River w/ 8 acres and 600' of private frontage and sleeps up to 13)
The address of Balsams on the Betsie is 14552 Old Grade Rd. Thompsonville, MI 49683.

Property manager

David Balsam

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Note from host: No weddings.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Beautiful Betsie River Cabin A/C Mins Crystal Mtn. Resort
Beautiful Betsie River A/C Mins Crystal Mtn. Thompsonville
Beautiful Betsie River A/C Mins Crystal Mtn.
Beautiful Betsie River A/C Mins Crystal Mtn. 5bd Loft

About the neighborhood

Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 11 min drive
  • Crystal Mountain - 12 min drive
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 14 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 35 min drive
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Mountain, Misty Acres Preserve, and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Arcadia Dunes are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Spacious Betsie River Cabin by Crystal Mtn. 5bd+2ba+Loft+Game Rm+Fire Pit+AC! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 268 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kid-friendly family fun
The indoor and outdoor activities available for both kids and adults make this perfect for families looking to spend time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great long weekend
Wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2023
This vacation was a 2023 Christmas gift for our 4 adult children, their spouses, and our grand babies. We all enjoyed it so much. The cabin was so cozy and had everything we needed. The amenities provided including the game room, outdoor activities, etc were awesome. We appreciated the hospitality and kindness that the host showed us even before we arrived. The area was beautiful and the location was perfect. It was close enough to anything we wanted to do yet was secluded enough to give us privacy and time to shut out the noise of the world so we could spend quality time together as a family. We can't wait to return to this beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time on the Betsie
This property is the perfect place to unwind and get close to nature. The Betsie River is just a short, pleasant walk to the dock where you can fish. Our stay coincided with the salmon spawning. What a treat to watch these huge fish. And we also had the opportunity to see bald eagles fly overhead. We also witnessed the Northern Lights since the cabin is in a dark area. Communication with the property manager was easy and immediate. The cabin is spacious and well appointed. We had a nice campfire and enjoyed playing games and ping pong in the game room. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

darla f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would recommend
The property was very clean. The owners were great and gave us great information and were easy to communicate with. There were a lot of activities which made our stay perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin by the Betsy river
Fantastic home with so many fun toys and games to keep everyone entertained. Smores at the fire pit, a very competitive cornhole game and lots of spots to lounge and read a book. Tons of places to hike nearby. Thanks to the owners for sharing this little slice if paradise
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this spot
Great place well managed love it
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
If you’re looking to stay local to Crystal mountain, or enjoy a peaceful evening by a campfire or near a river, this is the place! There is tons of space for sleeping and multiple levels and bathrooms. It was tucked away and very quiet making it very relaxing for a family/friends get away. The owners keep in contact very well and make you feel welcome with very simple directions to follow for check in and check out. Would recommend this property to anyone visiting this area in any season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto T.

Everything was great we were in love with the place
Everything was great we were in love with the place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual ski trip
The cabin was very clean and spacious, well equipped and decorated nicely.. We enjoyed our stay while skiing at Crystal Mountain. Would definetly recommend. Thank you for a great vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cameron D., Holland mi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable family cabin
Lots of amenities, comfortable stay, great communication with owner. Shower experience could use updates
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
We enjoyed the area, float down the river, alpine slide, macwood dunes, light houses, grill outs, fires at night, loved all the games in the house on a rainy day with cozy movie night, zip lining, mackinaw bridge. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Stay- Great!
We love this property and even more-we love how well the owners have made it so easy! Everything is labeled and they have thought of everything! Kids loved the new additions in the game room this year. Always a wonderful stay at Balsam on the Betsie!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely!
We absolutely loved it and we are so happy we stayed here. A beautiful private piece of property on the Betsie. The home had all the amenities and more. It did not disappoint in any way and we totally recommend staying here, we’ll be coming back next time we’re in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get away
The property was everything that was listed and then some. Very convenient to surrounding area activities. The owners went out the way to make us feel welcome. My family is looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
The cabin was very cozy, the river was very calming, and the area was very quiet. We would go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Rental
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Beautiful comfy cabin, perfect for a friends weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olesia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very quiet and nice property. The house is full with everything you will need for your vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoying time with kids and grandkids
Room for 7 adults and 4 children under 5 to play inside and out also close to many places to visit! Everything was clean and well kept. We had a wonderful time with our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Everyone loved the home and property! It was clear that the hosts work hard to set you up for a great stay including plenty of towels, blankets, chairs, kitchen supplies, games and great communication. The property looks like the photos and two bathrooms ended up being sufficient for our group of 15… so don’t let that keep you from booking if you’re worried about that as I was.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday getaway!
Booked this for a family getaway for the holidays and we all loved it! There ended up being 17 of us (including children) and we had plenty of room for sleep and activities. We did not have snow but we’re still able to enjoy some amenities at Crystal Mtn nearby! My family members were already asking me to book this again for next year!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. We played bean bags, volleyball, and enjoyed the outdoor fire pit. The house was well equipped and the host was excellent at responding to any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Lafayette, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful get-away!
We really enjoyed our stay at this property! It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay- the kids really enjoyed the game room, and it was very conveniently located to Cyrstal Mountain for skiing. The only extra thing that would have been nice to have would be a hot tub, but otherwise no complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for extended family trip
Had a great time with extended family trip. Loved the genes, arcade, outdoor fire pit (gorgeous). Everything was well cared for and plenty of details attended to to make it so fun & stress free. We would recommend and we’d stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023