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Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Front porch
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Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf

Spring is here! It’s beautiful time to visit Michigan! Welcome to our spacious river front cottage - the perfect choice for your getaway, no matter the season! This family-friendly 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom vacation home is located just steps from the river and is conveniently located to all the activities the Crystal Mountain Resort has to offer.

In the winter, hit the downhill or cross-country ski trails, or take to the snow on a snowmobile. And in the summer, take a kayak out on the river, visit nearby wineries and breweries, hit the ATV trails, do some shopping, or head to the nearby Resort spa - the options are endless.

When you're not out enjoying the great outdoors, our cottage has everything you need to relax with your loved ones. The large and well-stocked kitchen is perfect for creating fun meals with the family, while the ample living and dining areas provide a comfortable and open area to relax and unwind. Step outside to the private patio and enjoy a soak in the hot tub, a BBQ or get inspired by the beautiful river views to create something amazing.

Additional amenities include a washer and dryer, storage for all your toys (whether they have wheels or skis), and off-street parking. Convenient restaurants are also just a short drive away. Our cottage is the perfect choice for a family-friendly getaway in Crystal Mountain. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the comfort and convenience of this spacious vacation home. We can't wait to welcome you, no matter the season!

We provide fine vacation rentals in the Frankfort, Sleeping Bear, Crystal mountain and Traverse City areas. Book soon for your safe and secure accommodations!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Contact the owner to arrange for more than 2 dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum primary renter must be 25 years old or older
Events are not allowed.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this cottage is 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.
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Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 20 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 28 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront / Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish this place had everything we needed and things we didn’t even think of this is what I loved about this they thought of everything so I didn’t and the location was perfect for our family who needed a getaway from our very busy lives. Loved the river we took full advantage of it as well as the hot tub. Comfortable accommodations all around. If you are looking to have a relaxing vacation away from distractions this definitely is the place. Great hosts always able to be in contact with them when needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

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

Perfect stay

Family of four. The place was centrally located near points of interest for a variety of people. Very clean, had all kitchen/home amenities you could need. Hot tub and screened in porch huge bonus. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

River trip

Over all clean cabin. It was nice to have a clean shower and comfy bed after the long days. Plenty to do around the town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Crystal Mountain getaway

Everything about this rental was perfect. The home had every amenity needed and then some well stocked and will definitely look to rent again. John even came through and got us 14 in of fresh powder. Looking forward to the next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blake I.

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

Feb 2023

Great house and location. This is the 2nd time we have rented this house for a Ski Weekend with family and friends. House has everything you need and is right down the street from the mountain. Super peaceful location right on the river and awesome place to stay. Definitely will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

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

We loved our stay at the Betsie Bliss!

The home was very comfortable, welcoming, and clean! The kitchen is very well stocked, including a full spice rack. There are plenty of bath towels, washcloths and accessories. The beds were all comfortable. We enjoyed an evening around the fire pit! There are so many extras with this home! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corban V.

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

River Retreat

This house is the perfect up north retreat. We loved how close it was to Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Empire and Frankfort. The house is very clean and well stocked. The host provided excellent communication. The hot tub was an added bonus and the river sounds were peaceful. There’s a good chance we will book again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

nice place by the river

We enjoyed our stay here, it was very comfortable. The hot tub was a big hit. The bedrooms were all ample-sized and beds were fine. A new addition not yet in the pictures: there's a walkway to an 8x8' or so floating "dock", that made it easy to sit by the river and fish. The screened porch was helpful for times when bugs came out, and the kitchen was well-stocked. I'd stay again, it was a nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect river getaway

This property is amazing and you won't be disappointed. You only need to bring your clothes and food. It's well appointed with all the necessary amenities and more. The property is very clean. The property manager communicated well and made himself available, though we didn't have any issues. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Great Family Getaway

We had a great long weekend at the Betsie Bliss! The cabin was extremely clean and had everything we needed. We were even surprised with a hot tub! The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed and with high quality dish ware. They even had dishes for the kids. The yard was great for the kids and plenty of privacy. The location was closer to the main road than we expected and we were able to hear some traffic but during the week it was quiet but it still had that up north feel. Overall great stay, our kids had an amazing time
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Vicky K.

Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Watch the location.

Property is located downhill and during snow, no snow removal service was offered. We had to remove snow with a piece of shovel just to get out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

jayne p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the river. Very clean and well maintained. Hot tub was a hit with the kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Wonderful

And relaxing. The property is beautiful!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

Family Vacation

The cottage was very clean and well stocked, we were very comfortable and enjoyed being on the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great about the place, including the pleasant surprise of a screened in porch, perfect for relaxing with coffee in the morning or a drink at night with the sounds of the river. We enjoyed local and regional attractions, including Kayaking (n/a at house, we brought our own) where we finished at the house after dropping in at Wolf Rd. It’s beautiful, but swift and not for beginners. After activities, the hot tub was the perfect way close out the day. The Kitchen is very well equipped, perfect to cook for our group. Doing laundry on-site was great, but there are plenty of towels, including dog towels. Lots of other little bonuses we discovered that made our stay great, too many to list here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david w.

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

Family Fun

Cottage was wonderful. A lot of room to hang out or relax by urself. Nicely stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Amazing time

Everything that may have been forgotten, was ready for us, including things I didn't think of. It was just nice to wake up, have coffee, sit on the porch and watch the river. It's a great place and look forward to a summer visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Great stay

great place to stay. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Crystal Mountain Winter Fun

Really great setup in a picturesque river environment. Had agreat time with family and friends. Just minutes from Crystal Mountain. Hot tub was amazing. Plenty of space. The owners thought of everything. Fully stocked kitchen if you want to stay in & cook. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Betsie Bliss

Sublime
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

*Great Cabin* close to skiing!

This property was fantastic for our family snowboard trip! About 4 minutes from Crystal Mountain, it offered a quiet setting in the woods away from the busyness of the slopes. We cooked our meals and could shuttle back and forth to the resort throughout the day for breaks. Everything was very clean and so well equipped. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Wonderful place to vacation

This property is perfect for a friends and family reunion. We had people from all over the country come visit, and everyone enjoyed their stay. Everything was thought of and provided for. Communication with hosts was excellent, even with them being on vacation themselves! Thank you for such a wonderful visit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Peaceful paradise

The house is perfectly clean, the beds are comfortable, you really do only need to bring your clothes and food. We loved our time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashton A.

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

Perfect spot to stay for our honeymoon!

The house itself is well supplied, super clean, quiet, and well located! Easy check in and check out process. We loved the screened in deck a lot. The location was great for us as it is near both Traverse City area as well as Manistee. The Best part for us is that it is dog friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Great Home Away From Home

This property was exceptional. It is a very well maintained, meticulously clean property that is fully stocked. You only need to bring clothes and food. We used this cottage as our family cabin while the remainder of our in-laws stayed at the larger house next to it. Perfect for a large family vacation. The river running in the back of the property was an added bonus. Our children enjoyed playing in it and the dock made for a tranquil spot to sip our morning coffee. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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Hosted by John P. Jury or Micheala McGrath of TTMD Venture Capital Group, LLC

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