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Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi

Riverside cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Cabin exterior with spacious deck overlooking the scenic Betsie River
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
  • Place, Michigan Legacy Art Park
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi

Betsie River Cabin provides a cozy getaway with a secluded wooded setting and easy access to many of Northern Michigan’s favorite attractions. It has been designed to provide a true “Up North” getaway for groups of up to 8 people. Each bedroom can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests with the convenience of separate bathrooms. The cabin is perfect for both family retreats and outdoor adventure seekers while providing modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and a smart TV. This all-season cabin features air conditioning (installed July 2025), outdoor hot tub, rustic wood interior, wood stove, washer and dryer, basement recreation room with a ping pong table, and ample parking.

During your stay, guests can admire the natural beauty of the Betsie River from the deck and hot tub or relax by the campfire. Launch a canoe from the backyard; enjoy prime trout, salmon, and steelhead fishing as part of your stay. A convenient fish cleaning station is provided for your use. Skiing (downhill and cross-country), golf, and mountain bike trails can be enjoyed at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, located only minutes away.

Betsie River Cabin (formerly known as Nasha Hata) changed ownership in late 2017. This property has been a favorite for guests for many years, receiving numerous positive reviews, comments, and feedback. The current owners are excited to continue the legacy of providing guests with enjoyable and memorable stays.

Cottage Amenities: Radiant Heat with an independent thermostat under master bedroom tile floor.

Fully equipped kitchen: dishwasher, refrigerator with freezer, electrical stove, coffee maker, microwave, convection oven, silverware, toaster and cooking utensils.

A gas grill is provided.

A washer and clothes dryer are provided on the main floor.

Smart TV in the living room with basic DISH, DVD player, board games, and a choice of favorite movies.

A canoe is included with your cottage rental.

Wood is provided for the wood stove and outdoor fire pit free of charge.

Linens and paper products are furnished.

Ping-pong table in the basement rec room

Area activities and attractions: Skiing - Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa just 4 minutes away.

Fishing – Betsie River is prime for trout and salmon fishing. In this area the Betsie River is a DNR type 4 stream with trout open all year long.

Golfing – a variety of golf courses nearby.

Canoeing/kayaking – start at the cottage, end at a convenient downstream landing.

Biking – the 22 mile long Betsie Valley Trail offers fantastic riding, extending from Thompsonville to Frankfort.

Hunting & Morel mushrooming on state forests within a few minutes drive.

Snowmobiling – easy access to 300 miles of trails.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – 30 minutes away.

Casino – Little River Casino in Manistee – 25 minutes away.

Attractions for Kids: The area offers plenty of attractions for children: fishing, tubing, swimming pool and water park at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, guided ATV tours, beautiful Lake Michigan Beaches, Sleeping Bear Dunes climbing, bike trails, and skiing in the winter.

Other attractions: concerts at the Interlochen Center for the Arts, numerous local festivals, bike trails, hiking trails……. the options are almost endless.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 23 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 27 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Betsie River Cabin - minutes from Crystal Mountain, Hot Tub, Canoe, Wi-Fi located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Crystal Mountain, Misty Acres Preserve, and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Glovers Lake and Iron Fish Distillery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 222 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 222 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the River and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our 3rd yr at the cabin, everything needed was there and described. Communication was great. Looking to come back for a 4th year in 2026. 2 new guys in group were amazed with the cabin and location, they are hooked too. Come on Salmon run 2026.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L.

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

Great cabin

The cabin was comfortable and location was great. We loved the hot tub. Mike was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Such a pleasant stay

If you're wanting something close to Crystal Mountain, but not stuck in the middle of the crowd... this is it! A hot tub, plenty of beds, a wood-burning stove to dry out gloves and ski boots after a day on the hills are all perfect ways to relax. This is our third consecutive year booking at this property for a reason.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Cabin retreat

Had an amazing time and a fantastic stay in Michigan as always.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

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

Quick getaway for a family event

Great spot close to so many things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great accommodations

Very pleased with the property. Owner was easy to work with. Property was as described and nice. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eddie M.

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

Nature Retreat

My friends and i stayed at Betsie Cabin for Labor Day weekend and had an amazing time. Eating by the campfire, playing ping pong in the game room, and relaxing next to nature was something we city boys needed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert Z.

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

Raedy set Hineymoon

Was everything we hoped for to kick off our Honeymoon!! River is so calming, house is very nice!! Plan on bringing the kids in the future now thay we know of this hidden gem!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

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

Ski getaway

Close to Crystal and great location for some tranquility. Hot tub was relaxing after a day of skiing. Loved the river in the back and added to the relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herb A.

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

R&R with the in laws.

Nice cabin, not to far to any of the surrounding areas. Host were very responsive to all inquiries. We did some fishing and biking and toured Torch lake, Frankfort, Crystal lake to name a few. Enjoyed our stay and looking into another trip to the Bestie in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carali V.

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

Wonderful cabin in the woods

This home was lovely for our weekend trip to the Crystal Mountain area. Close to several great restaurants and lots of outdoor activities. It was wonderful watching the sunrise over the rushing river through the large windows in the living room. The owners were very accommodating and easy to reach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

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

Awesome place!!!

We had a wonderful time at this cabin! My older kids loved playing ping pong, the hot tub and floating down the beautiful river! My husband and I loved the beautiful large and clean house surrounded by woods and the sounds of the river! The owner was very Kind, helpful And quick to reply with all of our questions! We are planning to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Winter ski trip stay

The cabin was great! We loved the hot tub and woodstove. It was perfect for our running group to do a long weekend ski trip. It is very clean. The only thing to make sure of is that you fully understand the bed arrangements. In our group, there was only one couple who wanted to share a bed. In the listing, we misunderstood how many rooms and beds there were (if people are not up for sharing a bed, there are 6 sleeping places) which meant one of us slept on the couch. It wasn’t a big deal, we had just read it badly. So read carefully! Other then that, it’s a great space and it was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

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

Birthday party snowboard trip

Overall, it was a fantastic place to stay. This was a surprise birthday trip for my girlfriend and her friends which included two other couples. I didn’t want to spend a ton of money, but also know that my girlfriend enjoys the finer things in life, so I know it needed to be nice. I was slightly worried about her not thinking the house was nice enough, but once you step foot in this adorable and extremely clean and homey feeling Cabin, those worries went out the door. You’re greeted with a beautiful view of the Betsy River from a large sliding glass door with a fireplace. We were both pleasantly surprised. The pictures actually don’t do the inside justice. It’s about 15 minutes to Crystal Mountain and 10 to 20 minutes away from most restaurants. We had a tiny bit of trouble getting a fire started simply because there was no kindling and not enough newspaper to start it up, but after some efforts, we got it going. The hot tub was beautiful and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen was extremely clean and inviting. My girlfriend was impressed and it was a perfect place to stay. My only negative point would be that although it sleeps eight, there are only two bedrooms. If you have more than two couples that would like privacy, they may have to sleep on the couch. Would definitely rent again! I also would recommend the iron fish to eat dinner, however, their drinks are elaborate and have have everything in the kitchen mixed in. Order something simple if you have a sensitive pall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always an amazing experience & stay at the cabin. This was our groups 4th year & every time it doesn’t disappoint! Another successful & relaxing fishing trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

T H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time again on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing. Had a great time and the river is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanell E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful experience. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle L.

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

Exceptional Stay

My group of friends stayed in the cabin for a girls weekend getaway and it was absolutely perfect. The cabin was very clean and had all the ammenities that we needed. The owners were wonderful hosts. They checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed and to see if there were any issues. They even provided information on activities within the area and the river. Highly suggest spending time on the Betsie river, it was beautiful and relaxing, we even enjoyed the canoe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time. Quiet neighborhood, would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice private location

We had a few glitches with our stay. It was super hot and one of the bedrooms only windows was broken so there was no ventilation. This rooms ceiling fan was wobbly and noisy and the oscillating fan was broken. The main bedroom was comfortable without any issues. The living room and kitchen were also nice and spacious. The deck off of the living room was very dirty as was the outside furniture. The cover for the hot tub is super heavy so it was a bit of a struggle to open. We also had to sweep and clean the deck around it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecia N.

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

Great trip

We had an awesome time at the cabin! Beautiful spot on the river and lots to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was nothing less than magical truly had an amazing time with the family. Any questions I had were automatically answered Overall loved the hospitality, and have already recommended to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eric S.

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

Good stay

Our family had a good stay on the property. We enjoyed the woodstove and the hot tube.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

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