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Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski

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A single-story house with a stone foundation, wooden exterior, and a red door.
A living room with a stone fireplace, leather chairs, a Christmas tree, and a unique stone and glass coffee table.
A covered patio with a glass table and chairs, a grill, and a view of a golf course.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, and wooden cabinets.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bear (Master)

1 King Bed

Fish

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Bunk Beds

Moose

1 Queen Bed

Mountain

2 Single Bunk Beds

Southwest

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Upper Level Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski

Nestled in the tall pines, the Laughing Moose Lodge is the premier large-group house at Crystal Mountain. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 3000 sqft provide updated accommodations for a large group (up to 20) or multiple families with separate, comfortable gathering spaces for relaxing, playing, reading, or socializing with enough privacy for everyone. Enjoy the surroundings in an attractive, warm and comfortable Northern Michigan retreat motif. Natural tones, unique textures, and themed bedrooms make this a memorable place to enjoy time away from home at a great location. Perfect for a larger multi-family group, or a smaller group to enjoy great spaces that cannot be found at other accommodations at the resort. Completely equipped from the spacious kitchen to the laundry room, with high speed internet and central Air Conditioning to ensure everyone’s comfort.

The Laughing Moose Lodge is a great base for Northern Michigan fun in every season. The outstanding Crystal Mountain Resort is at the doorstep, including a water park, alpine slide, bike and hiking trails, a world-class art park, 2 full service restaurants, climbing wall, skiing, snowshoeing, and more.

Nearby are the huge Lake Michigan sand beaches, charming Elberta and Frankfort, the elegant natural spaces at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, canoe/kayaking on the Betsie, Platte, and Crystal rivers, scenic M22 through Empire, Glen Arbor and Leelanau wine country, Traverse City festivals, and on and on.

Spaciously furnished with natural and luxurious furnishings, and meticulously maintained - many experienced guests say that the Laughing Moose Lodge is the nicest place to stay at the entire resort!

This property has been rented through VRBO for years with 5 star ratings. Ownership changed hands August 2020 with same services, cleaning, maintenance, furniture, etc. Still the Laughing Moose experience.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ash trays outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2052991vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near a water park. Michigan Legacy Art Park and Benzie Area Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 26 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 50 min drive - 73.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Laughing Moose Lodge: Premier Large Group Crystal Mountain Resort Golf/Ski located?

Situated in Thompsonville, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Brian Berger

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Our family has loved coming to Crystal Mountain over the last 15 years. We purchased Laughing Moose Lodge in 2020 maintaining all of the same standards of service and amenities that earned the property 5-star ratings with the Boerman family.

Why they chose this property

This property has modern conveniences, the charm of a sought-after Michigan resort, and a laid-back feel.

What makes this property unique

Includes complimentary Resort shuttle transportation. Crystal Mountain Resort's pools, spa, rock climbing wall, Alpine Slide, fitness center all require a nominal fee.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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