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Vacation Home on the Betsie River

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Terrace/patio
The River House in Fall Colors
Four Seasons Room
Back deck facing Betsie River
Driveway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 152400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Four Seasons Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bedroom #2 Bathroom

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bedroom #1 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bedroom #2 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation Home on the Betsie River

This spacious vacation home is 2400 square feet. It has 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, with a large kitchen, four-season room and game room on 3.5 wooded acres. Located close to so many things to do! Lake Michigan's beaches, Golf, Kayaking, Distillery, Winery, Casino to name a few. Perfect for groups - large or small. This house will accommodate families, couples or groups who want to get away and experience one of the most beautiful parts of Northwest Michigan.

Property manager

Harold & Cindy Saunders
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside house only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If any furniture is rearranged during your stay, please return to its original position.
Put full bags of recycling and kitchen trash in the back room of the basement.
Please do not strip the beds. Leave blankets/pillows on the bed and bed unmade.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is on a river. Michigan Legacy Art Park and Kresge Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Frankfort Light and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 22 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation Home on the Betsie River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Home on the Betsie River located?

This family-friendly Thompsonville holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Betsie Valley Trail are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf trip

Perfect spot for four
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River House

The house was so clean and stocked with everything anyone would need inside and out. The bedrooms were big and a spacious kitchen as well. We had a 3 and 4 year old who were entertained by catching and releasing frogs from the little pond in the front yard. The property was large and had great river frontage. The owners were wonderful and we would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific family spot

River House was perfect for our 3 generational family gathering of twelve. It was spotlessly clean, comfortable and spacious. There is plenty of room to spread out, and large enough kitchen and dining areas to easily accommodate everyone. We like to cook meals from scratch and found the kitchen beautifully provisioned with plenty of work space and helpful labels to find what we needed. With its proximity to MI-115, it's convenient to many wonderful activities and destinations. Yet it feels very secluded and private, tucked into the woods overlooking the river. We especially appreciated having four bathrooms, the sunroom and game room, the second fridge, the baby equipment, and the lovely swing by the river. The owners were very welcoming to work with and always responded promptly to questions. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski weekend

Great rental with plenty of space. Had an amazing time playing games and watching movies when not we were not skiing. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Crystal Mountain NYE Trip

Great location only a mile from the ski resort and on the river. Large enough for 3 families and almost every room had its own bathroom with shower. Everyone enjoyed the game room in the basement.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family House

Great property for privacy, views, and river watching.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staff Retreat

The home was a great, peaceful place for our staff retreat. The owners we great to work with and very accommodating. There was plenty of room for us all inside and outside. The home was clean and well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property!

Wonderful stay! Beautiful clean property, hosts were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect gathering place

We enjoyed our stay. It was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and excellent hosts!!

We had 13 family members stay here and there was more than enough room for everyone! Hosts are extremely nice and accomidating! House is beautiful, clean and well stocked. Kids loved the river! clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation getaway!

the house and property were beautiful. So many amenities that I did not expect. Would definitely recommend this rental to anybody.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Quiet, lots of room. Very nice setup for families. On the Betsie river and close to all kinds of activities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobby b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brewer Annual Family Vacation

*Enjoyed and loved the location on the river *Convenient to Lake Michigan beaches *Many wonderful memories as a family Frogging, Fishing (but didn't catch much) swimming, Campfires ( thanks for providing the wood), playing cards at the large dining table ,and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful get away!

Everything was wonderful! Can’t say enough good things. Home was just right!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place for a winter getaway.

Our families had a wonderful time staying here. The home is beautiful with lots of space and amenities. Location to Crystal Mountain for snowboarding was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We had nine adult paddlers Who thoroughly enjoyed themselves at the river house. We were able to spread out comfortably and appreciate how well stocked they have it. 2nd time that we have stayed there so we can paddle the rivers in the area. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy and restful

Great property with plenty of space for our group of old friends to reunite while also getting their own space, when needed. Private. Well-appointed; everything we could think of needing was provided. Spent lots of time just sitting down by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was as described. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful

Beautiful location! Perfect for our family celebration. Kitchen was beautiful and had everything needed for our stay! Looking forward to returning for an extended vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding gathering

We were pleased with the amount of indoor and outdoor space. The property was centrally located for all of our activities and the host were the absolute best for communicating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski weekend

Had a great time at the cabin. Skied all weekend and it was right down the street from us. Had all the amenities and more! Would love to go back to stay for another weekend again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, roomy place on the Betsie

We had a great time! I've never traveled with dogs or my family, so I'm excited we were able to stay. The river was very accessible, and the kids had a great time wading in. The house was awesome, stocked with the best kitchen supplies I've seen yet. The beds were comfortable, and it felt like someone loves this place, rather than most generic rentals. We made a lot of new memories here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy V., Saginaw

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

House was clean and well taken care of. Perfect location for relaxing and reconnecting with family. Host was very quick to respond and the price was great for the rental . I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay

Super amazing place to stay. Loved it. Something for everyone to do. Perfect location. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place for family fun!

This river house had plenty of room for the 6 of us and lots of fun activities downstairs for the kids after skiiing. Literally a min drive from the mountain!! We loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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Hosted by Harold & Cindy Saunders

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