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Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort

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A real Country Breakfast

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$263
avg per night

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thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

Room

  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
Price is NZ$263 avg per night,

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About the area

Thompsonville

Located in Thompsonville, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and 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 Chestnut Hills Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 38 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort

Escape to our charming 3 room BnB. Enjoy the tranquility of your private balcony, where you can sip your morning coffee and take in the serene surroundings. Just a 1 Minute drive from the renowned Crystal Mountain, and a Kayak launch site and a bike trail all the way to Frankfort via Beulah going right by Crystal Lake and the Betsie River you'll have easy access to endless outdoor adventures, from hiking and Golfing to Biking and more.

When you're not exploring the great outdoors, retreat to your inviting guestrooms, complete with a cozy fireplace, smart TV with satellite/cable channels, and free WiFi to keep you connected. complete with a refrigerator, grill, and microwave. Unwind in the living room, or challenge your loved ones to a game night with the selection of games provided.
Every Morning after 8 Am I provide a Full Breakfast

Just a 15-minute drive from the stunning shores of Lake Michigan and the Huron-Manistee National Forest, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy the beach loungers, outdoor furniture, and fire pit as you soak up the natural beauty surrounding you. With all the essential amenities, including a full bathroom, air conditioning, and linens, you'll have everything you need for a truly memorable vacation.

Property manager

Alfred

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 on air mattress 25.00 each
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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
Smoking allowed outside
No overnight guest sleeping on the floors without
No fire pit use if winds over 15MPH or a red flag

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort located?

This family-friendly Thompsonville bed & breakfast is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Gatehouse Bed and Breakfast one mile from Crystal Mountain Family Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

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

Reuben T.

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

Host was great

We had a great time, just what we wanted a quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

Great little getaway place

Alfred is a great host and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The space was perfect for our needs and our breakfast both days was delicious. We are already planning our return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Clean and friendly

Perfect spot to get away for a weekend
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

shelly B.

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

Weekend getaway

Our host was very welcoming and gracious. Our room was spacious and comfortable. Everything was neat, clean, and very cozy with the gas burning stove! We would definitely return and recommend this B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great stay

The place was beautiful, comfortable, clean and the host was amazing! Highly recommend. You will not regret it. 💯
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Birthday party

Accommodations worked perfectly for us as we spent a lot of time at Crystal Mountain with friends. Alfred was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine D.

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

Home away from home

Alfred is a warm, fun host and makes a good breakfast and an indispensable local guide. The basement walkout was comfortable, homey and very clean. We enjoyed the porch swing and the big pretty yards too. We’d come again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Perfect home away from home

Alfred ensured our stay was flawless. He was a consummate host and paid strict attention to detail with making sure our space was perfectly clean and cozy. We were fortunate to have a freshly baked pie - and fantastic chocolate chip cookies as a parting gift. We would be lucky to stay with Alfred again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane Z.

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

Exceptionally clean, very welcoming host

We stayed at this property several years ago and were so impressed we decided to return this year while in that area. Alfred is a very gracious host, anything you want or need he will make sure you have it, from the bottle of wine upon arrival, a delicious breakfast to his homemade pie. Alfred makes sure that everything is spotless. If you choose to stay here I can guarantee you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Such a cozy, peaceful place to stay.

My mother and I thoroughly enjoyed staying at Al's place for the weekend. He is the most thoughtful host, who thinks of the little things to make your stay more enjoyable. He made sure to take care of our every need, and keeps everything immaculate. We would recommend this little piece of paradise to anyone seeking a relaxing place away from home. Loved our weekend getaway - thank you so much, Al. Jackie
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

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

Perfect serene location

So close to so many things : crystal Mt , Frankfort, Arcadia, traverse, mission peninsula. Alfred was as he said our personal Butler for our stay He fixed fabulous breakfasts and catered to our every need . On arrival a bottle of wine was waiting for us . Just perfect . Thank you Alfred for this 5 star stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Brilliant

Alfred is the man. A great host and easy-going. Needed a place to crash for a couple of nights while working up there and this was just the ticket. Thank you again Alfred
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

July in Michigan

My wife & I escaped the Florida extreme summer heat by traveling to Michigan We were fortunate to discover Al's place. A spacious country home with all the amenities. comfortable, quiet and close to Crystal Mtn Country Club. A 30 min drive to Sleeping Bear Nat'l Lakeshore. Our month long stay was a pleasure. Al was a great host and attended our every need. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane Z.

Very peaceful

My husband and I just returned from a long weekend at this B&B, the pictures of the property are very accurate and the cleanliness of our accommodations were superior. Alfred was a very friendly and accommodating host, the surroundings are very quiet and peaceful. The location is close to Crystal Mountain, Frankfort and Traverse City, and Alfred bakes fresh pies every day. I would highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a quiet and comfortable get away, will definitely stay there again when back in that area. Jane/Toledo, OH
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

tina g.

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

Lake Michigan Adventure

Host was super accommodating, location was a short distance to the dunes, Frankfort and especially the Art hike at Crystal Mountain. We were greeted with a bottle of wine and a cheese and meat tray, and Alfred was eager to do whatever he could to make our stay pleasant. Even though he no longer makes pie, the upgrade from small apartment B&B to the whole house with a kitchen was a pleasant surprise. Breakfast was not included, but he offered to make breakfast for $15 each if we wanted. We made our own, it was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

A Hidden Gem!

We felt very lucky to stay with Alfred at his very cute, and comfortable B&B! The pictures just don’t do this hidden gem justice! Alfred is such a wonderful host making sure we were comfortable and that we didn’t need anything. He’s very knowledgeable about the area and its history which we love to hear about! Alfred is a wonderful personable gentleman. We left feeling like we made a new friend. The bed and living room armchairs were perfect and the large bathroom was great! We put to use the refrigerator and microwave and were very happy to have them. The location is centrally located to many things and destinations but especially Crystal Mountain, 2 minutes away.! So this is the perfect place to relax after hiking golfing or skiing or for letting the kiddies safely run around the acreage but still within sight. We absolutely loved the spacious property with the privacy. There’s even frisbee golf on the property that I had a hard time walking away from! Thank you and hope to see you again soon, Alfred! John & Anna
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolfina A.

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

Best place to stay in Michigan

The property was amazing. The pictures online did not give it enough credit. First - we had an entire apartment with a private entrance and deck. The bathroom was huge and all rooms were wonderful. Living room had comfy chairs and tables and TV for relaxations . Alfred is just amazing- he really is a wonderful host. We arrived late because of a cancelled flight. He immediately helped out & provided a nourishing breakfast for our entire family . Also awaiting was wine & snacks to pick on. The wine was so wonderful- we purchased another bottle to bring home. The grounds are huge and so private. It was so nice and quiet that I slept wonderful. The bed was super soft and just the entire atmosphere made us feel like we were home. We almost had a car rental crisis- and again Alfred stepped in and solved our problem. And take all his suggestions on restaurants and hikes and anything to do. He will give great advice. Everywhere he sent us was fantastic. There was not one negative part of our entire trip. He is such a delightful person to talk to. Great environment for any single couple or family. He really made our trip special.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guss M.

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

Quite,peaceful and little bit of heaven

Very adequate and peaceful. Alfred was a 5 star host
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

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

Quaint stay

Wonderful stay at Alfreds VRBO
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Manchester, MI USA

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

Wonderful 4 Day Winter Getaway

My husband and I had such a nice vacation! Alfred was watching for us when we arrived, to familiarize us with the room and welcome us with wine and a cheese/meat platter. Staying at his home was a perfect way to enjoy Crystal Mt and the beautiful area. He took care of everything and even had a sand truck come out right away when the driveway iced over. We were able to start out each day with a full, yummy breakfast. Besides skiing and enjoying the spa at Crystal, we had the Friday fish fry at Geno’s in Thompsonville and went to Traverse City one day. Our stay was beyond expectations and we feel fortunate to have found this awesome B&B and to have gotten to know Alfred. We hope to return for another stay! P.S. He makes wonderful pie!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristian G.

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

Tidy and sufficient accommodations; Very friendly Host

Pleasantly surprised with this visit. Alfred was great at communicating and was always available by either phone or in person. Property is tidy and close to my race venue. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

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

Very Pleasant

We did not spend a lot of time at the house, but the time spent there was very high quality. Alfred was very concerned with us being happy and was very kind. Would definitely recommend and consider again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

First time B & B stay…..won’t be our last!

Our host went out of his way to make sure every detail of our stay surpassed our expectations. The lower suite was spacious; comfortable and immaculate! We had apprehensions staying at a B& B prior to our visit. Thanks to Alfred and his hospitality, we will seek out this option in our future travels and look forward to revisiting this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vickie P., Chicago

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

Wonderful Location & host

This is a amazing place & fantastic host. We were so comfortable in the suite. Spotless ! Everything you need to be comfortable is provided. Our favorite was being able to visit with Alfred in the morning for his breakfasts & then again in the evening by the fire pit. He has lots of space outside so very safe in these trying times. He was such a delight to talk to. Gave us ideas on what to do & enjoyed our days following his advice. Most host just check you in then check you out. Not Alfred , he is truly a people person & made us feel very comfortable while still giving us the privacy. This is a favorite place of ours now & can't wait to go back. Hopefully in the Fall as the area is beautiful. I wish I could give more than 5 stars because this place definitely deserves more stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori H., SIDNEY

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

Simply wonderful!

What a lovely B and B. Alfred is a gracious host and his breakfasts are delicious and the morning conversation was a great way to start our day. Alfred has vast knowledge of the area/history and gave us good ideas for restaurants and site seeing. Our rooms were comfy, cozy and spic and span. Just off M-115 so the location was a good start off point for the day’s adventures but quiet and peaceful to return to at the end of the day. All the amenities you want. We highly recommend Alfred’s location and his hospitality is second to none.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021