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Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort

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An outdoor seating area with chairs and a table, a small wooden structure, and a trailer in a grassy field.
A small wooden room with two chairs, a table, and a window.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door.
A small wooden cabin with a white door, two windows, and a metal roof.
A sunset over a body of water with silhouetted trees in the foreground.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

cabin

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

cabin

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Misty Acres Preserve, while Michigan Legacy Art Park and Benzie Area Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 27 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 34 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Front Street - 42 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 48 min drive - 73.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copemish Kitchen And Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yurt - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gatehouse Black Bear Cabin only 1 mile to Crystal Mt. Family Golf & Ski Resort located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 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. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cozy place and such a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

The property was great and we had everything we needed. Host was very helpful and the cabin was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thomasville stay

Alfred was the perfect host!! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and convenient!

Great spot for our quick weekend up north!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
This young couple is welcome back here any time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay for a Weekend Trip North

Thank you to Alfred for a lovely stay at his cabin! It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, had a beautiful tree we admired behind our cabin, and was a perfect spot to come home to after our weekend’s festivities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient location to explore the area

Albert was an excellent host. His cabin is within close proximity to everything you could want to do in the area. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Georgeanne was a polite person and is welcome back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little place off the beaten path

The little cabin was wonderful! It was a great change from the busyness of Crystal Mountain for my conference. Alfred was a very inviting and welcoming host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
This young lady is going to be welcome back here with open arms, she was the perfect guest, the kind you wish you would get a hundred times a year
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and cute

Cute camping cabin that was immaculately clean. Great getaway for a couple. Quick drive to many activities and restaurants. Owner had great advice on where to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thompsonville vacation

We were in a perfect spot for a northwest Michigan outdoor vacation. Access to many lakes, hikes and bike trails. And a peaceful place to come back to every evening after our outdoor play.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
This family was a pleasant Guest and I welcome them back any time, I hope they come back for the color this fall (October)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place was amazing- exceeded all expectations

Alfred was a great host and was there to meet us on arrival. He made the place so homey and comfy for our trip to sleeping bear dunes! we stopped at the 231 Bar down the road for some live music and could not reccomend this place more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2024
This couple is welcome back any time they were a pleasure to talk to and have around
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing

Nice quite setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay Up North

My girlfriend and I had a wonderful time staying in this cabin. We were close to everything the area has to offer and it was wonderful to come back to a comfortable place to stay after a long day at the beach. Al is a wonderful host who was incredibly friendly and made sure that we had everything that we could need during our stay. I would highly recommend anyone visiting the area to stay here as it helped make the trip more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cabin

This little cabin was great! The property is so cute and the cabin itself was great! It's in the smaller side but my husband and I loved it. Alfred was so kind and checked in on us. There were multiple fire pits and hammocks plenty of outdoor seating. We will definitely stay with him again if we ever go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
Elizabeth is welcome back anytime she is polite and respectful of the property
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Betsie River Cabin

This was exactly as advertised. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our weekend. The host(Alfred) is so kind and full of helpful tips about things to do and places to eat in the area. We so much enjoyed our stay and plan to stay here again later this fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Alfred!

Alfred was great, also knowledgeable and helpful regarding the area (where to eat, places to see).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2022
This Family is welcome back anytime and I hope to see them in the fall for the color. I thank them again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Grandpa Al” was the perfect host

Al was so helpful and hospitable. He gave us great ideas and tips for places to go and was flexible. The cabin was spotless and bathroom clean enough to eat off the floor. The bed was more comfortable than my bed at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2023
This young Lady is welcome back any time, she was a pleasure to talk with and she left the place in neat and clean order. She is the type of guest you wish 100 more like her will stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The property was absolutely beautiful and the location couldn’t have been better. The property is right next to the ski mountain at Crystal Mountain. Al, our host, went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. He even took the time to clear the road so we could safely drive in during the snow, which we truly appreciated. He provided excellent recommendations for places to eat and was incredibly responsive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our stay. Al is hands down the best host I’ve ever had. I would absolutely recommend this place and would love to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Traverse City Visit

This location was prime, great price and easy drive to all the fall attractions. 1 mile from Crystal Mountain, 30 miles to Traverse city, 15 miles to Frankfort. Exceptionally clean and great hospitality. Located on a beautiful piece of land with 2 other cabins. Would recommend to anyone making a inexpensive trip up north
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2022
This Gentleman jared, will be welcome back here anytime, he kept me up to date on his arrival time and left the unit in great shape, hope he returns again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Cabin was located perfectly for me to get to and from Crystal Mountain. It’s about 10-15 minutes from Benzonia for shopping and Crystal lake. Alfred was super easy to get into contact with and was very kind and friendly. Cabin was neat and perfect for two people. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2023
This man was a great guest, and will be welcome back any time. Thanks Trevor
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

Al meet us when we first arrived. He i s an amazing host, very kind and helpful. He met every need and went above and beyond expectations!!! We are planning another trip there come Fall!! I and my wife highly recommend Al and Great Lakes Campers in Thompsonville. Thank you Al and thank you Vrbo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2024
This Guest and his wife will be welcome back here with open arms hope I get another 100 Guest like them
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great host- nice property

Alfred was great. He upgraded my partner and to a camper because he had the availability, and it had more amenities. We checked out the cabin and it was super clean and cute. So any of his rentals are a great choice. We never stayed in a camper so it was definitely a memorable experience. Sleeping bear dunes are wonderful! Alfred was kind and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2021
It was a pleasure to upgrade this party as they were pleasant to talk with and they respected the camper. I welcome them back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thompsonville

Alfred was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to take care of us. For example my boyfriend forgot his phone charger, we texted Al and within 10 minutes he knocked on the door to give us one for the weekend. Accomodations were clean and comfy. Thompsonville MI is gorgeous, we kayaked the Betsie River and will be back to do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
This couple were a delight to have stay with us, and they will be welcome back with open arms. wish all our guest were like them
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Experience

My partner and I stayed here for about 5 days and it was just beautiful, the cabin was quaint and cozy and just being outside in nature was beautiful and relaxing! When staying at this property be prepared with your own kitchen utensils (spatula, tongs, pots, etc.) and seasonings. Alfred was absolutely wonderful and made the experience that much better, he is such a kind and caring person. He is willing to help you with any questions you might have about the area or the property as well. This is definitely somewhere my partner and I would be happy to come back too!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2022
This was a super couple that was a pleasure to have stay with us and will be welcome back anytime, hope they come back in October for the fall color season. Thank to Dalys, I have put a Spatula, tongs, Pots and the Seasonings in the Kitchen. I get better with each Guest that communicates.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property, convenient location

Excellent !!
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small but perfect

Enjoyed a quiet relaxing weekend away. A small cabin with a bathroom. Close enough to touristy things but nice to come back to, to just relax in the common patio area a few steps away and enjoy the quiet. Al was nice to chat with and gives really good directions to find places. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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