Vacation Rentals by Owner

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Guest: cottoncandy (Laingsburg)
Date of Stay: 03/18/10 Review Submitted: 03/26/10

Such a wonderful place, my husband and I had a truly wonderful time. Loved listening to the creek beside the house flowing into the river. Very quiet. Sharon is a wonderful host, seeing to all the little things to make you stay so special. I just loved the house, we watched BB - March Madness and just relaxed. Loved reading by the window, the screen porch was a little chilly to spend too much time in it but it was wonderful to walk out there and hear the stream running. That was very calming and tranquil. Thanks for a wonderful time and for letting us share your home.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Guest: Bobby & Chelsey Claeys
Date of Stay: 01/04/08 Review Submitted: 01/03/08

Thank you so much for all the detail and care you put into this cabin. Our hopes were to escape to somewhere quiet and peaceful and this was perfect. We explored the wilderness all around us & Chelsey enjoyed her fun in the now & thankfully didn't get attacked by any bears. Traverse City was delightful. We're hoping to return within the next year. Thank you so much for a great weekend.

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Guest: Billy & Kelly Hendrickson
Date of Stay: 01/01/08 Review Submitted: 12/31/07

Travelled from Indiana with hopes of fresh snow and we got it. Kelly learned to ski and did quite well. We enjoyed the peace and quiet the cozy house and the beautiful surroundings. Can't wait to come back. Thank you so much.

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Guest: The Klums
Date of Stay: 12/16/07 Review Submitted: 12/15/07

When we arrived here it was too dark to see this quaint cabin. However, within minutes it's aura of comfort and tranquility engulfed us entirely. Staying here was just as enjoyable as skiing at Crystal with the movies, drinks and reclining chairs. We will be returning as soon as possible.

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Guest: Ryan & Malynda Cole
Date of Stay: 10/27/07 Review Submitted: 10/26/07

Thank you so much for sharing this cabin with us. Your place has every little detail covered and then some. While we were here we spent a weekend together like we never have a chance to in our busy lives. We walked and talked, watched movies, cooked meals, explored Crystal Mountain, and enjoyed our complimentary caampagne and had an all around wonderful time. We will definitely be returning. Thanks again for everything!

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Guest: Becca Amon
Date of Stay: 10/20/07 Review Submitted: 10/19/07

We had a wonderful experence. The resort was extremely cozy & comfortable. The kids had a great time with the river & exploring. It was just what we were looing for. Your home is decorated so cute, everything fits just right. We would certainly return if we get up this way. Thank you for working with us on the last minute arrangements. We also atttended the Catholic church Sunday and found it just perfect. We wish you well & appreciate the opportunity to share your home with our children.

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Guest: Al & Marsha Schoenborn
Date of Stay: 10/07/07 Review Submitted: 10/06/07

You know the phrase a little piece of heave on earth" that describes our stay here perfectly. The weather was great. Went up to Frankfort-walked the piers and then went up to Port Betsie Lighthouse. Lost at the casino-thats usual-and was scarred at the Haunted Forrest at Crystal Mountain. Thank you for all the "little" things that you do to make this a wonderful weekend. p.s. Saw lots of salmon in the river!

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Guest: Christine & Patrick Kelly
Date of Stay: 09/29/07 Review Submitted: 09/28/07

Thanks so much! The weather was wonderful! The scenery was beautiful! All of your thoughtful touches (especially the champagne!!) made this a truly wonderful weekend! Hope to see you again soon!

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Guest: The Younts
Date of Stay: 09/23/07 Review Submitted: 09/22/07

We had a wonderful weekend--your beautiful cabin is in an absolutely georgeous setting. You guarenteed we would not be disappointed, and you are absolutely correct!! You are a fablulous hostess--thanks SO much for the champayne for our anniversary (our 22nd!)--it was a very nice, thoughtful gesture. My husband was beside himself when he discovered the salmon "bed" in front of the neighbor's place. Thanks so much, we'll be back!!

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Guest: Trudy & Nancy
Date of Stay: 09/10/07 Review Submitted: 09/09/07

We just wanted to tell you that we had a wonderful time here. What a beautiful cottage, decorated and adorned with bears & moose and up north beauty! We we\'re able to relax and rejuvinate. It was wonderful to meet you, Your personality shines, which is probably why this cottagfe retreat was so comfortable. Thank you again, we absolutely loved it!

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Guest: The Millers
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/31/07

I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed this week. The peace and tranquility was first what I needed. The cabin is beautiful and you have done an outstanding job making it a real home. I want to come back every year if that okay with you. I have done a lot of well needed saoul searching here and fill God everywhere you turn. I struck gold when I found Betsie River Retreat on the internet. It was worth the 20 hours finding it. Ha! See you next year Sharon. You are a blessing!! Thanks for the wine.

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Guest: Pam & Don VanOast
Date of Stay: 08/22/07 Review Submitted: 08/21/07

Thanks so much for sharing your home with us. We had a wonderful time. Your place is so cute and charming. We will definately be back. It was so relaxing for us. Unfortunately we somehow always bring rain up north with us. We did manage to get our golf at Crystal Mountain in just in time. Thanks again for everything. Sorry we didn't get a chance to meet.

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Guest: Lawrence & Sabrina Slee
Date of Stay: 08/19/07 Review Submitted: 08/18/07

Thanks a million. This place was so awesome. It was great to sit back & enjoy the scenery & the peacefulness that sometimes escapes us in our everyday lives. We can't thank you enough for making us feel specical. We have found a new connection with one another that will last a lifetime. May God bless you. We'll be in touch again for another stay at the Betsie River Retreat. The wine was excellent.

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Guest: The Ardis's
Date of Stay: 07/29/07 Review Submitted: 07/28/07

Thank you for opening up your cabin to us. We had an awesome weekend. With two busy teens, it was just what we needed to regroup & reconnect. Beautiful setting, campfires, morning coffee by the river & even perfect weather. Couldn't have asked for anything more.

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Guest: Turman Family
Date of Stay: 07/24/07 Review Submitted: 07/23/07

How truly blessed we are to have found your peaceful cottage in the woods. We thank you for opening up your home away from home to others to enjoy this beautiful land that God has made. There are so many new memories that our family will remember them for years to come. We've just arrived and are talking about when we will be back. We love it.

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Guest: Sierra Turman
Date of Stay: 07/23/07 Review Submitted: 07/22/07

I'm Serra Turman, and I'm having so much fun at your cottage. It's really nice, We came here from Lake Orion. Today is the 23th and we are leaving her on the 27th. I really like your backyard and the little stream. My mom went on-line and found it and we are really glad that we got to stay here for a while. The weather was really nice and cool and hot and we were able to go swimming we had so much fun here. Thank You So Much for letting us stay.

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Guest: The Quinlans
Date of Stay: 07/22/07 Review Submitted: 07/21/07

We are so sad to be going home. What a great week we had. You keep adding more interesting things around the property and we have fount lots of fun things to do in Benzie County. We will be back as soon as time and schedules permit. Thanks again for making the place enchanting.

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Guest: Rachel Bitzer
Date of Stay: 06/17/07 Review Submitted: 06/16/07

Thank you for providing a time for my family to build memories that will last our lifetime. We laughed, we cried, we took a stip and fell deeper in love with one another. In a time when life goes by so fast we were able to stop time and breathe and see where we are, where we have come from,l, and where we are going. For this we will always be ever so grateful. Until we meet again. We hiked and found secret places. We tubed the Betsie what an adventure. We found precious stones for keepsakes in the stream. We went to Sleeping Bear Dnes and were reminded of the majesty within this land. We enjoyed nightly bonfires to share, dance & tell stories. Thank you for every comfort of home and over 500 pictures over 3 days.

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Guest: Tim & Pam Minch
Date of Stay: 06/09/07 Review Submitted: 06/08/07

Thank you for allowing us to experience this most peaceful, wonderful place. The birds, animals, cool breeze, cold babbling brook and swift river, an exhilerating change from our otherwise busy and at time hectic lives. Again; THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts for this and your wonderful hospitality Sharon! We have friend who I'm sure will be calling you! The path down to the creek & river is very special thing. Thank you so much.

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Guest: Ron & Geri Kelly
Date of Stay: 04/28/07 Review Submitted: 04/27/07

What a great place for well deserved R & R! It is such a serene setting. We explored the area and totally enjoyed the peace and quiet. Thanks.

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Guest: Mike Krause
Date of Stay: 02/11/07 Review Submitted: 02/10/07

This was truly a fabulous place. We had a great time here. You really thought of everything, right down to the tiniest detail. The kids loved the Crystal Mtn. pins and I loved the wine. Even the coffee was pre-set. All the little things that really made this place special. Warm and cozy-a truly inviting atmosphere. We love to ski at Crystal so next time we come up we will book this place again. Thank you!

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Guest: Bill & Ellie Stewart
Date of Stay: 08/10/06 Review Submitted: 08/09/06

Truly a home-away from home! Thanks to: A beautiful setting beside a creek and on the Everything I said on 8/10/06 (my birthday) still goes. In the peace of your lovely cabin we have felt joy. God must like it here, too. He has been constantly with us, enjoying our pleasure at being with Him. You are providing the perfect setting for a peace that passes all understanding. A beautiful setting beside a creek and on the Betsie River. A lovely cabin with the luxury of home and the feel of a cabin in the woods. Peace! the peace of being surrounded by untouched nature.

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