Title: Direct Betsie River frontage. - 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 cabin # Direct Betsie River frontage. Riverfront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044600/54044600/9d9546fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044600/54044600/51143c48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044600/54044600/0312b937.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044600/54044600/3eaebeae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044600/54044600/ad882595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the picturesque Betsie River, this enchanting cottage offers a serene retreat for family memories and romantic getaways alike. With direct river frontage, a gas grill, and campfire area, unwind in nature's splendor while being just minutes from Crystal Mountain. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Direct Betsie River frontage. Come and enjoy this peaceful retreat on the beautiful Betsie River. This enchanting cottage in an idyllic wooded setting with an artesian fed stream flowing into the Betsie River... offers you every comfort of home while you are building memories with your family that will last for years to come. The only thing you will find lacking is time to take it all in. Two bdrms, one bath, gas grill, campfire area, extra sleeping accommodations. Direct frontage on the Betsie River. Dogs welcome $100 each for the stay. Just 2 miles to Crystal Mountain. This cozy cottage on the Betsie River is just three miles from Crystal Mountain offers an excellent family vacation retreat or romantic get-away. Fish for the plentiful Steel head, Brown, or Rainbow Trout. Hunt for the abundant gourmet morel mushrooms, or simply enjoy the sight, sounds and smells of Northern Michigan emerging into spring. Summer sunshine and water invite swimming, water-sports, or just sunbathing. Take a canoe, kayak, or tubing trip through miles of peaceful wilderness. Walk to the top of the sand dunes at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, just a short drive from your door. Fall is the season to fish for the great Coho or King Salmon. Thousands are taken each year from the Betsie River and Betsie Bay. Hunting is popular for deer, small game, turkey, and waterfowl. Best of all, Indian Summer offers an array of gorgeous colors, so bring your camera for some breathtaking pictures. Winter, cross country ski from your front door through acres of beautiful Michigan wilderness. Downhill ski at Crystal Mountain only a few minutes away. Keywords: River cabin, single family home, Betsie River, Crystal mountain golf and ski resort, ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![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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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 Vrbo Property Book now for Your Vacation on the Betsie River. Dog Friendly Book now for your vacation on the Betsie River. Dog friendly. ## 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%7C44.49222%2C-86.00857&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jBM8y97RlqQGvvnviogh3-Y84co=) Thompsonville, MI #### What's nearby - Iron Fish Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Crystal Mountain - 6 min drive - 3.3 km - Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.1 km - Michigan Legacy Art Park - 9 min drive - 6.1 km - Misty Acres Preserve - 9 min drive - 7.6 km #### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬11 min drive - ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬9 min drive - ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Direct Betsie River frontage. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Direct Betsie River frontage.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Direct Betsie River frontage.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Direct Betsie River frontage. located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Iron Fish Distillery, Crystal Mountain, and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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