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On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes!

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Namastay, nestled along the serene Betsie River in Thompsonville, Michigan. This tranquil cabin offers a spacious open floor plan with plenty of windows for natural light and views from any angle. With 3 bedrooms and a loft sleeping 12 comfortably, plus amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi access and a BBQ gas grill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12163 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes!

Unwind and relax in this tranquil, private cabin nestled along the beautiful Betsie River in Thompsonville, Michigan. Set on 2 acres, this pristine and newly renovated property offers a spacious open floor plan, surrounded by trees and over 250 ft. of private river frontage. The Betsie River, known for its steelhead and salmon, is easily accessible with new stairs leading to the brand new dock (installed 9/2020) for fishing, tubing, kayaking, and canoeing. New exterior painting and a new roof (installed 10/2020).
Namastay offers all the comforts of home and plenty of windows to provide natural light and stunning views from any angle. There are 3 bedrooms and a loft to sleep 12 comfortably along with 2 bathrooms, one conveniently located on each level.
The main level offers the kitchen, dining and living space, sliding glass doors to the large deck, a bathroom and master bedroom with a king-sized bed. Soft, cozy bed linens, fluffy pillows and towels are provided along with a shower stall, bathtub, toiletries and a hairdryer.
The lower level offers a separate entrance with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, a living room with a couch, coffee table, full bar, a 65’ flat screen tv, a full refrigerator and laundry room with a washer and dryer. Both bedrooms have a queen-sized bed and bunk bed.
The fully equipped kitchen includes an island, stainless steel appliances, refrigerator with ice maker, gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffeemaker, Keurig, toaster, dishware, cookware, pots, pans and utensils. The adjacent dining room has a gorgeous farmhouse table with seating for 8.
The Living Room offers 2 comfortable couches, a recliner, a chair/ottoman, a rocking chair, a 50’ flat screen Cable/Satellite TV with streaming service, a ceiling fan with remote control and a gas fireplace entertainment center.
This peaceful and secluded cabin offers many amenities including: air conditioning, heat, a large fire pit with seating for 12, Wi-Fi access, a BBQ gas grill, a wireless blue tooth speaker, a docking station with USB ports, board games, cornhole and a basketball hoop.
Sway in the hammock while listening to the calming sounds of nature, you may even spot the bald eagle that perches from a treetop every morning. Kick back on the 10’ x 30’ furnished deck with stunning views overlooking the river. Head out on your sled with abundant snowmobile trails or play disc golf right next to the property.
Namastay is just minutes away from the premier Crystal Mountain Ski, Golf and Spa resort. Crystal Mountain offers affordable day passes for non-guests, so you can enjoy all the amenities! Namastay is situated in an idyllic location, less than 30 minutes away from Traverse City, Frankfort, Glen Arbor, Little River Casino, Crystal Lake, Glen Lake, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park and Lakeshore. Visit nearby wineries, restaurants, shops. Check out a concert at the internationally renowned Interlochen Center for the Arts or spend a day on the Betsie Valley Trail, offering 27 miles of hiking/biking/walking by rivers, lakes and through forests and historic towns. Thompsonville is also home to the Iron Fish Distillery, Michigan’s first farm distillery and St. Ambrose Cellars! Visit us on Facebook at: Namastay Here@thompsonvillemichigan

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside Only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Smoking outside only, receptacles located outside. Support animals are allowed for an additional cleaning fee.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Service pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside Only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Close to Crystal Mountain Snowmobile Trails!
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About the neighborhood

Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Misty Acres Preserve - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Iron Fish Distillery - 13 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes! located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Crystal Mountain and within 9 mi (15 km) of Michigan Legacy Art Park and Iron Fish Distillery. Misty Acres Preserve and Turtle Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

On the Betsie River, fish off dock, close to Crystal Mountain, trails, lakes! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
property was beautiful! the house was very well cleaned and stocked, lots of games and seating available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nou L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time! House was clean and very comfortable. I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect cozy cabin for our trip, we especially enjoyed using the fire pit and the beautiful views of the River. About a 40 min drive to Downtown Traverse City. Overall great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Friends summer vacation

Property was well maintained and stocked with every item you could possibly imagine. Tranquil location and perfect site to reach local areas of interest. Outside deck and fire pit areas were used to create many new memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We had a great stay. The home was warm inviting and a great location for skiing at Crystal Mountain as well as fun for family game nights!! It had everything we needed for our 4 day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John R.

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

Ideal spot for Families

Gracious Hosts and Excellent Amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Weekend getaway

House was clean comfortable we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Lovely spot for a ski weekend

Perfect spot for a ski weekend at Crystal Mountain Secluded and quiet - on the River and in the trees Spacious and clean Off the beaten path but snow plow came regularly Communication was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W., Grand Rapids

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

Excellent family vacation spot

Our family enjoyed our stay here. It is a very quiet location with great river access, we had fun kayaking on the Betsie River right to the dock on location. There was plenty of room for us, and everything was clean and in good shape. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

cameron b.

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

Private Cabin

Great location close to Crystal Mountain. This has been our second year staying here and have not been disappointed. Each time we come back there are improvements to the cabin. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a private home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

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

Men’s Gathering

Great location for remote gathering of guys. House was very nice along with the fire pit area and outdoor games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurie P.

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

Stay

Nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa M., Grosse Pointe Farms

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

Great stay in the woods

The property was perfect for our group for New Year's. We were close to Crystal Mountain for skiing but had privacy in the woods for walks and campfires. The house had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin V.

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

DK5K

Everyone liked the property and location. We were in Michigan for a fundraising event and to get together with family
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cari t.

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

Quick ski vacation

Had a wonderful time! It was very nice how well it was stocked and we were very comfortable. The stairs at the entrance were a little unstable looking so we were careful when using them. Otherwise it was great. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

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

Absolutely Loved the House

Had a Great time for a girls weekend. Close to Crystal Mountain! House was big and Plenty of Space!! Will definitely rent this place again!!! The Renters were absolutely beyond helpful and very accommodating!!! Can’t say enough good things!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Mother/son weekend

Loved it!! Had a great time! Better than the pictures!! Plenty of room and a lot bigger than we expected. The beds are very comfortable. The boys had a blast fishing in the river. Plenty of supplies available to use-shampoo, towels, kitchen supplies, hand sanitizer, etc. Highly recommended!!!! See you next year!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emma F.

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

Cozy Cabin weekend getaway

A group of 11 of us stayed at the cabin for a double birthday weekend! It was great! The rooms were comfortable, everyone was able to sleep well, the kitchen was well stocked of utensils, and the outdoor space is perfect. There were some dead bugs near some beds but was sort of expected being out in the woods. The drive to traverse city was pretty easy and the house was in a lovely secluded (but not too secluded part of Thompsonville.) we all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Kurt's birthday

The trip was great. The cottage was the perfect location for an up north trip. We tried to fish in the river and went charter fishing out of Traverse city. We did notice a the railing down the steps to the dock was lose, as well as the dock being partly off the foundation. The cornhole boards were also damaged before we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

eric g.

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

House has a bit of everything

The amenities at the house are great and provide a lot to do in a remote location that is by a lot of Michgan's Attractions. You won't get bored here even if you just stay at the house for days! It was bit farther from Traverse City and Sleeping Bear than expected, but Traverse City and Sleeping Bear are farther apart than I realized and is in the Middle of them all. It is closes to Crystal Mountain Resort which gives good access to Golf Courses and a gas station with a great pizza place next door. There were several other places nearby I would have liked to visit but did not have time for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Peaceful wooded setting; close to everything

Host communication set a new bar for excellence. Wonderful accommodation; nicely updated with a quiet wooded setting. The roads to access the cabin winds about a bit; but my navigation took us right there in the dark. I can't think of anything It needed. Kitchen set up had everything we needed for meals in. Close to Crystal for skiing, Sleeping Bear Dunes for hiking, plenty of Lake Michigan beaches close by. Less than 5 minutes to Geno's for good food and fun. We had some snow overnight and were pleased to see the road and driveway nicely plowed when we returned from skiing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason B., Brighton, MI

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

Attentive Owner Saved the Day

When first getting into the house we found the water to be shut off as the previous renters damaged a shower on/off valve. With quick communication with the owner and smart thinking the shower was fixed and water restored. The owner was willing to drive 4 hours to fix it, but ended up getting a friend to fix it. Big shout out to Ryan at Betsie River Canoe for helping out. Great kayaking on the river with river access in the backyard
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

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

Everything was great!

We loved this place! Everything was smooth and easy, and we were pleasantly surprised to find the basketball hoop upon arrival. The stair to the river were nice, although the means to actually get into the river were a little dicey. That platform on the bottom seemed in need of repair, and we weren't comfortable using it much.....seemed like it was read to go into the river. We booked this place with that as a key feature, as one of the guys in our group was a little older and not able to climb in and out of the river without some help. Besides that river access challenge, everything was great. Cool house, deck, fire pit, and everything was as-promised from the descriptions, if not better than described! Thanks for hosting our group at your place.....we had an excellent time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Weekend on the betsie

Great time staying at the cabin, had a lot of fun and was a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022