The ultimate "Up North" family friendly retreat for those who appreciate all the extras! Create lasting memories in this “one of a kind” newer rental with over 210' of prime & shallow direct river frontage on 4.5 acres. This large custom home with Air Conditioning boasts spectacular Betsie River views from many rooms in the house & large outdoor deck. Whether it be casting a line for a salmon or steelhead, launching one of (6) provided kayaks, enjoying a cozy family fire inside or outside by firepit, sitting on the deck sipping your coffee, or going for bragging rights in the stocked game room, it doesn't get any better than this! This house simply entertains whether young or old, rain or shine with three levels of living to spread out in over 3,000sq. feet. The Northern Nest has 4 bedrooms, 5th flex room/bedroom can be used as larger sleeping room with privacy barn doors along with a large 24’x18’ upstairs sleeping loft that we call "The Nest" for a 6th large sleeping area. The house also has 3 full nice size bathrooms and the house is set back on a quiet cul-de-sac road towards the end and sits on 4.5 total acres.
Award winning Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa is only 4 miles to the back entrance and the popular family-friendly Iron Fish Distillery just over a mile from the house. You are also close to Lake Michigan pristine beaches, sand dunes, numerous golf courses, skiing, biking & hiking trails, snowmobile & ORV trails, wine and beer tasting, and the numerous fun resort towns close by that the NW Lower Peninsula has to offer. The Northern Nest puts you in a location for all of it!
The home can sleep up to 15 comfortably in beds and is perfect for multi-family use in the three levels of living space. The fully stocked kitchen has all newer appliances and more than you need to prepare large meals and feel right at home. The live-edge kitchen table seats 10 adults along with another 4 at the large kitchen island. The family room has a large comfortable couch and other seating to sit back and relax. The open kitchen/family room floor plan creates the perfect space to entertain and look out at the river, enjoy a cozy fire or watch a game or movie on the 58" smart TV. (Limited firewood provided as a courtesy) The house also has High-Speed Fiber Internet. The main floor has a nice size master bedroom along with a full master bath. There is another main floor bedroom across from the master bedroom that has a queen as well. Additionally, there is a large full bathroom off the hallway right next to the other two bedrooms. Upstairs takes you to "The Nest" which is bordered by a custom railing from select pieces of wood from the property. There you will find a spacious loft with a comfortable futon bed/couch (sleeps two) , many fun games, additional game/craft table with four seats, two comfy chairs and a 32" smart TV. You will also find an extra Queen size 20" tall powered air-mattress and Twin convertible chair/bed there if needed for extra guests with linens. Moving down the knotty pine stairwell takes you into the large lower-level and third living area. You will find two bedrooms across the back side of house. The first with a queen bed and excellent views of the river. The other is a larger bedroom with two double beds, 50" smart TV and spectacular river views. Across the hall you will find a closet that hosts additional room for hanging clothes or other items and stores a twin memory foam roll-away bed if needed that can go in multiple rooms and sleep an adult. You will also find the third full bathroom down the hall with a tub/shower. Need more space to spread out? Across from the lower-level hall bath you are greeted by two privacy barn doors opening into a large 5th Flex Room/Bedroom. This flex room can be used for an additional private bedroom with its queen size sectional sleeper sofa bed or for multi-purpose with its 60" smart tv, electric fireplace, arcade Pac-Man with 10 games, bumper pool table, electric darts, Star Wars pinball with 10 games, Giant Connect Four, & a high-top table with four more seats. YouTube TV with over 100 channels and local channels are provided in the great room, lower-level flex room and the larger back bedroom.
Moving back to main floor you are greeted upon arrival with a nice mudroom area with two areas to hang and store your gear for all seasons! Down the main floor hallway, you will also find a closet that houses a new large capacity Samsung washer & dryer for your convenience.
Take in the serenity and nature being situated along the beautiful Betsie River. Enjoy fantastic river views from the large 14' x 36' deck as you sip your morning coffee, enjoy a large group meal or watch your fellow angler cast a line or play around in river. The large deck has two seating areas with patio tables & plenty of chairs and a Weber gas grill for your grilling convenience. (Propane provided) The deck overlooks the outdoor firepit below as well as wraps around the west side of house. It is very common to see bald eagles, deer, fox, turtles and other wildlife around the property. The Betsie River is known for its salmon and steelhead along with trout fishing. Walk the simple path down from the side of deck to the river. There you can sit, relax and listen to the river with additional seating, have a fire or simply step right in the water. No bluff and very shallow so getting in/out to fish, play around or launch a kayak, canoe or tube is easy. We even have the property sprayed for mosquitos and ticks from May through September as a courtesy.
The well-stocked kitchen includes newer dark stainless appliances, refrigerator with two ice makers and filtered water, gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, 14-cup coffee maker & Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender, crock pot, and all dishware, cookware, pots, pans and utensils for your group.
Head outside to the front of the house and you will find a small yard and nice circle driveway. Perfect for playing outdoor games provided, such as corn hole, Giant Connect Four, washer toss and other game balls in outdoor storage box. Up for water fun? Grab one of the (6) provided kayaks or (2) tubes and walk down the side trail and launch in the river right from the house. Paddles and standard life vest provided but bring your own life vest if desired. Kayaks and tubes provided seasonally from April 1st through November 31st. Looking to roast some marshmallows and enjoy some conversation? A nice firepit with Adirondack chairs and bench are at your disposal and sit along the river. Feeling like a walk, bike ride or snowshoe adventure? Our quiet gravel road (One way in/out) is perfect for walks, riding bikes & snowshoeing as well. You can even walk or ride a bike to the Iron Fish Distillery!
Rainy or too cold out? We have you covered. Play one of the many games provided up in "The Nest" loft or head downstairs to the lower level for some real competition. There in the game room you will find tons to keep all ages entertained. Arcade Pac-Man with 10 different games, bumper pool, electric darts, Star Wars pinball with 10 games and Giant Connect Four just to name a few. You can also turn on the fireplace in there and put on a movie or special sporting event from the 60" smart TV w/ YouTube TV.
Only four miles to Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa and Crystal Market. There you can ski, golf, bike, hike, swim or take in one of many activities. The house is situated in a great location as it becomes the perfect base camp for daily adventures. You can visit Traverse City, Frankfort, Glen Arbor, Beulah, Manistee, Leland, Interlochen, Crystal Lake, Little River Casino, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Visit nearby wineries, breweries and restaurants. So much to do and see, but relaxing at the cabin may be all that you need! Adress is 15297 Holly Dr. in Thompsonville or you can simply use Google Maps and look up "The Northern Nest" to guide you in.
