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The Betsie Birdie on the #8 Green at Crystal Mountain

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Outdoor firepit over looking golf course
View of golf course
House located on the #8 green
Outdoor eating/sitting area
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 163800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Betsie Birdie on the #8 Green at Crystal Mountain

The Betsie Birdie on the #8 Green at Crystal MT at the Betsie Valley Golf Course. Our home exudes comfort & elegance w/ stunning views of the golf course & slopes. BRAND NEW finished bsmt. Two King En-Suite bdrms (5 bdrm total) 3+ living rooms, 4 1/2 baths. The home features tasteful finishes; wet bar, dual sided fireplace & an outdoor kitchen w/ gas grill, refrigerator & fire pit overlooking the course.
Golf & ski at Crystal during the day & come back, relax & enjoy all the amenities this home has to offer
Come stay with us and see why we are a “slice above”

If you'd like to use any of the Crystal Mountain amenities (indoor/outdoor pool, gym, hot tub, etc) please view their website to view their prices and availability. The house does come with Crystal Mountain 24 hour shuttle passes.
The shuttle will bring you back and forth from the house to the mountain.
We are experienced hosts. Please view our other properties to see our reviews
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Please reach out with any questions.

This wonderful Ski/Golf home is centrally located to some of our local favorites; Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course (even if you're not a golfer, you can enjoy dinner there with a million dollar view), Iron Fish Distillery (A must), The world famous Cherry Hut (for a Cherry Pie), St. Ambrose Cellars, The Roadhouse Mexican Grill (best Margarita our book), Sleeping Bears Dunes, downtown Frankfort (about a 15 min drive) and for breakfast/lunch at Rosie's or pizza and a beer at Geno's in downtown Thompsonville.

Each stay comes with a fullv stocked S'mores basket, two starter logs and a bundle of firewood. We also provide a welcome basket with snacks, K-cups and a few bottled waters.
All showers and bathtubs are supplied with Crystal Mountains signature shampoo, conditioner and body wash.

We do own 3 other properties at Crystal Mountain all within walking distance if you are in need of multiple homes. Please reach out for details. This home and another are across the street from each other

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Thompsonville

Thompsonville is home to this holiday home. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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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 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 34 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Front Street - 44 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The #8 Green Tee & Ski at Crystal Mountain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Betsie Birdie on the #8 Green at Crystal Mountain?

As of 10 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Betsie Birdie on the #8 Green at Crystal Mountain on 14 Apr, 2026 start from S$820, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The #8 Green Tee & Ski at Crystal Mountain ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The #8 Green Tee & Ski at Crystal Mountain ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The #8 Green Tee & Ski at Crystal Mountain ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The #8 Green Tee & Ski at Crystal Mountain located?

Situated in Thompsonville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kinjal P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect weekend. All the amenities were great and place is closer to ski and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Stay was fantastic!!

Property is beautiful! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

Wonderful Home

Lovely home with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Very clean and very tastefully decorated. S'mores supplies were provided for us, which we put to good use over the backyard fire pit. The owners were very pleasant and accomodating. Will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great for our families. Lots of space to spread out. Loved the ability to use the Crystal Shuttle. Beautiful view of the slopes from the house. Will definitely look to stay here again. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

About the host

Hosted by Paul & Becky Hoekstra

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My husband Paul and I were born and raised in Muskegon, MI. We recently moved to the Thompsonville area a few years ago, to take in all that the area and Crystal Mountain has to offer. We enjoy skiing, golfing, boating and managing our vacation properties.

Why they chose this property

This spot on the Crystal Mountain property is fantastic. This home is located on the golf course with view of the slopes and the Mountain.

What makes this property unique

The back of this luxury home is all windows looking over the golf course and the beautiful property at Crystal Mountain.

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