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Vacation Home on the Betsie River

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
The River House in Fall Colors
Four Seasons Room
Back deck facing Betsie River
Driveway

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Four Seasons Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bedroom #2 Bathroom

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bedroom #1 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bedroom #2 Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation Home on the Betsie River

This spacious vacation home is 2400 square feet. It has 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, with a large kitchen, four-season room and game room on 3.5 wooded acres. Located close to so many things to do! Lake Michigan's beaches, Golf, Kayaking, Distillery, Winery, Casino to name a few. Perfect for groups - large or small. This house will accommodate families, couples or groups who want to get away and experience one of the most beautiful parts of Northwest Michigan.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside house only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If any furniture is rearranged during your stay, please return to its original position.
Put full bags of recycling and kitchen trash in the back room of the basement.
Please do not strip the beds. Leave blankets/pillows on the bed and bed unmade.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
Property # 1632613vb

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this holiday home is on a river. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 30 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Little River Casino - 36 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 39 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Front Street - 44 min drive - 61.1 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation Home on the Betsie River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

As of 16 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation Home on the Betsie River on 4 January 2026 start from NZ$915.95, 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 Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Home on the Betsie River ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Home on the Betsie River located?

This family-friendly Thompsonville holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Iron Fish Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! Throughly enjoyed staying here as the host provided lots of extras and comforts. They were accommodating to our needs which made our time here for our son’s wedding much more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very quick to answer questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best friend-avarsary!! This was or first, won’t be the last. This just may be our yearly stay-cation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being on the river was awesome. Peaceful and relaxing. Camp fire was so fun. We cooked hotdogs and smores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prudence J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was well maintained and stocked with everything you could possibly need from first aid stuff (band-aids, heating pads & ibuprofen) to off property enjoyment (beach toys, chairs & towels). Plus, every kitchen appliance you could imagine.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louie B.

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

Golf trip

Perfect spot for four
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the absolute best time! The house was large enough for our whole family, including kids and grandkids. The kitchen had literally everything that you could possibly need. The setting is tranquil, with the river running behind the house. The house is 20 minutes from Frankfort, a nice little beach town with a great beach. We also visited Empire Beach and Glen Arbor.They had beach chairs, toys and everything you would need for outdoor activities. We made s’mores by the fire pit that had plenty of chairs and firewood. Everyone really enjoyed themselves and we would highly recommend a stay at the River house! It was the perfect vacation for our family!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Excellent property!

Wonderful stay! Beautiful clean property, hosts were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

River House

The house was so clean and stocked with everything anyone would need inside and out. The bedrooms were big and a spacious kitchen as well. We had a 3 and 4 year old who were entertained by catching and releasing frogs from the little pond in the front yard. The property was large and had great river frontage. The owners were wonderful and we would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great Family House

Great property for privacy, views, and river watching.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Ski weekend

Great rental with plenty of space. Had an amazing time playing games and watching movies when not we were not skiing. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W., Where do you live?

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

Perfect gathering place

We enjoyed our stay. It was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene D.

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

Ski weekend

Had the best time here at the house. It was our second time renting. All the amenities were great. Made fun memories and would love to comeback again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Annual Crystal Mountain NYE Trip

Great location only a mile from the ski resort and on the river. Large enough for 3 families and almost every room had its own bathroom with shower. Everyone enjoyed the game room in the basement.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Wonderful place for a winter getaway.

Our families had a wonderful time staying here. The home is beautiful with lots of space and amenities. Location to Crystal Mountain for snowboarding was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

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

Very nice

Quiet, lots of room. Very nice setup for families. On the Betsie river and close to all kinds of activities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

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

Great vacation getaway!

the house and property were beautiful. So many amenities that I did not expect. Would definitely recommend this rental to anybody.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

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

Staff Retreat

The home was a great, peaceful place for our staff retreat. The owners we great to work with and very accommodating. There was plenty of room for us all inside and outside. The home was clean and well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

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

Great place

Everything was as described. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad W., Muskegon USA

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

Great spot!!

We will definitely be back. House was nice sized for the 3 families that went and more than suited our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Beautiful home and excellent hosts!!

We had 13 family members stay here and there was more than enough room for everyone! Hosts are extremely nice and accomidating! House is beautiful, clean and well stocked. Kids loved the river! clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Restful

Beautiful location! Perfect for our family celebration. Kitchen was beautiful and had everything needed for our stay! Looking forward to returning for an extended vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Beautiful get away!

Everything was wonderful! Can’t say enough good things. Home was just right!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobby b.

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

Brewer Annual Family Vacation

*Enjoyed and loved the location on the river *Convenient to Lake Michigan beaches *Many wonderful memories as a family Frogging, Fishing (but didn't catch much) swimming, Campfires ( thanks for providing the wood), playing cards at the large dining table ,and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory M.

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

Wonderful place for family fun!

This river house had plenty of room for the 6 of us and lots of fun activities downstairs for the kids after skiiing. Literally a min drive from the mountain!! We loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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Hosted by Harold & Cindy Saunders

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