Title: Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59773600/59773516/f3f4a2e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59773600/59773516/cad5f2a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59773600/59773516/caf4f0d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59773600/59773516/188b5928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59773600/59773516/8be930f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the charm of Bestie River Getaway, a classic up-north cabin home nestled along the Betsie River. Enjoy year-round activities like skiing, kayaking, and hiking near Crystal Mountain resort or unwind by the gas fireplace with a book or family movie night. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. Like us on Facebook for latest news and photos! Free WiFi Access! You'll enjoy our classic up-north cabin home all year round! Just one mile from Crystal Mountain resort, direct access to kayaking/salmon fishing on the Betsie River and 20 min from a perfect Lake Michigan sunset! Winter months are ideal for skiing at Crystal Mountain resort, snow shoeing around our 1.5 acre property and nearby trails, snuggling up by the toasty, gas fireplace while reading a book, playing games, assembling a puzzle or a family movie night. You'll also find multiple access points to snowmobile trails. Spring is the best time for a girls weekend getaway to Crystal's full service spa. Guys would enjoy 36-holes of golf and local fishing. Also, hike the 1.6 mile Michigan Legacy Art Park trail, which is open year round. Summer months are our favorite time of year to spend in Northern Michigan. Explore Lake Michigan beaches along the coast just 20 miles away and you can't beat the sunsets in Frankfort and Arcadia's Inspiration Point! Our cabin currently has three kayaks for our guests to float down the Betsie or fish right off our dock. The Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide will take your breath away cruising down 1,700 ft long curved track. Enjoy the biking, hiking and chairlift rides on their property. For the Michigander favorite pastime, book a tubing trip on the nearby Platte River! During the fall months, the colors are breathtaking! Crystal offers panoramic views via chair lift of three counties during the peak of fall color season. September/October is the best chance to watch fish migrate upstream. Enjoy a large campfire setting from our riverbank. Like us on Facebook @ Bestie River Getaway for current information happening in our area! Contact us directly if you have any questions about your stay. Email: jermsroub@gmail.com or call Michelle at 763.458.9351 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118300/27118293/ce5c7698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House - 5 min. to Crystal Mt Resort Pet Friendly Family Friendly Copemish - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 224 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=27118293&PinnedHotelID=27118293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113200000/113193900/113193884/2805dff7_edited_1257.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic retreat on 40 acres near Thompsonville with 2bdr, AC, Wifi. 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See exit obligations, failure to comply may result in an additional charge against your deposit. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack n play, games and toys, booster seat. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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, 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as A perfect getaway on the Betsie River ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.51257%2C-85.96407&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1V8ZGpX72sk92hrRo9eQNUy5d5I=) Thompsonville, MI #### What's nearby - Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 37.6 km - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 30 min drive - 38.2 km - Little River Casino - 37 min drive - 53.1 km - Front Street - 44 min drive - 61.4 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬4 min drive - ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬19 min walk - ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $228.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Hotels-Up-North-Charmed-Cabin.h59773516.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. located? > This family-friendly Thompsonville vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Iron Fish Distillery are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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