10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jan 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Clean
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Entire home
Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.
Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
Check out the area
Thompsonville, MI
- Crystal Mountain2 min drive
- Mountain Ridge Golf Course4 min drive
- Michigan Legacy Art Park7 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Family Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.
Property manager
Joel and Michelle Roub
Premier Host
Languages
English
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
The "Bear Den" 500' Betsie river waterfront Guest home.
The "Bear Den" 500' Betsie river waterfront Guest home.
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
10.0 out of 10, (27 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Pack n play, games and toys, booster seat.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Thompsonville
Located in Thompsonville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Crystal Mountain and Betsie Valley Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Misty Acres Preserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Thompsonville, MI
What's nearby
- Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive
- Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 4 min drive
- Michigan Legacy Art Park - 7 min drive
- Interlochen Center for the Arts - 30 min drive
- Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 35 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Geno's - 6 min drive
- Iron Fish Distillery - 10 min drive
- Thistle Pub & Grille - 4 min drive
- Rosie's Country Cafe - 3 min drive
- The 231 Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jess K.
Nov 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River cabin
Jess K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean
Oct 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe F.
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Joe F.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Theresa
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Theresa
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Joel and Michelle Roub
Owners, Joel and Michelle, grew up in the Midwest and moved to Grand Rapids in 2015. We have three children who all love the adventures of the outdoors. Purchasing a cabin in 2020, during a pandemic was not planned, but it offered everything we needed for us to enjoy Northern Michigan, we couldn't pass it up!
Michelle finds great pleasure catching a Lake Michigan sunset and relaxing by a campfire while Joel enjoys skiing, golfing, kayaking and craft beers.
Michelle finds great pleasure catching a Lake Michigan sunset and relaxing by a campfire while Joel enjoys skiing, golfing, kayaking and craft beers.
Why they chose this property
Our family loves to ski, hike, kayak, bike and explore nature, so being one mile from Crystal Mountain Resort was a must! The two-bedroom cabin is perfect for our family. The 1.5 acre property gives us a space to unplug from the chaos of day to day life. We immediately fell in love with the all-wood interior, vaulted and beamed ceilings with gorgeous views of the trees and all of nature's beauty. The Betsie River Getaway is a perfect destination and can provide plenty of fun and relaxation all year round.
What makes this property unique
BRG rests on the bank of the picturesque 54-mile Betsie River. "The Betsie" runs through Grand Traverse, Benzie and Manistee counties. Starting from Green Lake near the village of Interlochen and flows West to Lake Michigan near Elberta and Frankfort.
The cabin is 800 square feet and a detached 800 sq ft 3-stall garage. It offers everything a renter needs and more!
++BONUS: Central air in the Summer months++
The cabin is 800 square feet and a detached 800 sq ft 3-stall garage. It offers everything a renter needs and more!
++BONUS: Central air in the Summer months++
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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