Crystal Cabin on the Betsie

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A spacious living area with a large wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a television.
A cabin with a balcony, wooden deck, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A wooden deck with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a glass-enclosed building with large windows.
A wooden interior with a long dining table set for four, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking greenery.
A wooden interior with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to a kitchen.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this cabin is on a river. Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Little River Casino - 36 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Front Street - 43 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 49 min drive - 73.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Copemish Kitchen And Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Yurt - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Cabin on the Betsie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Crystal Cabin on the Betsie?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Cabin on the Betsie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Cabin on the Betsie?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Cabin on the Betsie located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property with nice amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location, and beautiful secluded scenery! We saw plenty of salmon, and otter, and a couple eagles! Loved the open space layout and the huge windows facing the river. The host was very attentive and quick to respond to questions. No issues whatsoever! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, clean, family friendly, and my kids had a blast with being right on the river. Definitely recommend to big families
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful place . The entire family had a great time . Peaceful and relaxing . We would definitely come here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property and location for activities near Crystal Mountain. I would suggest the cleaning lady check the dishes in the oven drawer we saw mouse droppings in there. And we saw a live mouse on the lower level. Everything else was pretty clean. Would suggest leaving aluminum foil in the drawers for guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was top notch in answering questions and property is exactly how it is described. If I had one complaint it would be the basement shower has not been cleaned in quite sometime. I don’t blame the host on this but may be time for a new cleaning company. Outside of that, very cozy stay and a great main room overlooking the woods and river and great kitchen/ bar with large Island in the basement.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our cabin on the betsy, the things that we mostly appreciated were the fragrance free products from the laundry soap to the dish soap. As my husband is chemical sensitive this was greatly appreciated! The only thing that I wish had been provided was a starter bag of pellets for the pellet stove. It was annoying having to go pick one up, a welcome bag would have been a great convenience. Also a little reader lamp in the bedrooms would have been nice . Other than that the cabin was perfect, looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed feedback! We’re especially glad to hear that the fragrance-free products made a positive difference for your stay — that’s something we’re very intentional about, and it’s wonderful to know it was appreciated. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding the pellet stove starter supply and bedside lighting. Those are great points, and we’ll take them into consideration as we look for ways to enhance the guest experience. We’re so happy to hear you otherwise found the cabin perfect and are planning to return — we’d love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If this cabin were 300 a night, it would have gotten 5 stars. But for almost 1000/night, the value just isn't there. Everything inside was clean, the kitchen was well stocked, there were a bunch of games in the cabinet, and the backyard was gorgeous. However, the cabin itself is nowhere near as nice and polished as other places in that price range. The screen doors were broken making it impossible to enjoy some fresh air without a house full of bugs, the faucet in the upstairs shower didn't work making it unusable, with 4 adults taking showers in the one working bathroom the hot water ran out, the cabin is probably on well water so the flow in the shower was incredibly low, and the air conditioning is not zoned correctly so the bottom floor is too cold, the middle floor is just right, and the top floor is too hot. The host was very responsive to these concerns but really these issues should have been caught in an inspection prior to our arrival, so clearly one was not performed. A 1000/night rental shouldn't have any issues whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thanks for the detailed review. We're glad you enjoyed the clean space, stocked kitchen, and beautiful backyard. We hear your concerns about the maintenance and value at that price point—those are valid and appreciated. We’re actively working to address the issues you mentioned to ensure a smoother experience for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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