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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
Cabin exterior
Cabin exterior
Cabin exterior
Cabin exterior

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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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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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Thompsonville, MI

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Lisa VanOmmen

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English

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