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Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi.
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Experience the charm of Bestie River Getaway, a classic up-north cabin home nestled along the Betsie River. Enjoy year-round activities like skiing, kayaking, and hiking near Crystal Mountain resort or unwind by the gas fireplace with a book or family movie night.
Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m
Popular amenities
The current price is €251
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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About this property
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
A perfect getaway on the Betsie River
About the area

Thompsonville, MI
What's nearby
Crystal Mountain2 min drive - 1.5 km
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course28 min drive - 37.6 km
Front Street44 min drive - 61.4 km
Traverse City Beach51 min drive - 67.6 km- Little River Casino37 min drive - 53.1 km
Getting around
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)34 min drive
Restaurants
- Rosie's Country Cafe2 min drive
- The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain4 min drive
- Iron Fish Distillery10 min drive
- The 231 Bar & Grill2 min drive
- Waffle Cabin4 min drive
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Up-north wood cabin, steps from river, 1 mile to Crystal Mtn Resort, free wifi. Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
14 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah A.
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin for up north getaway
Sarah A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Clean
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Malyssa J.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter wonderful
Malyssa J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jess K.
3 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River cabin
Jess K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher N., Fond Du Lac
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Cute Place!
Christopher N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aaron L.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good base camo
Aaron L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynette B.
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect northern getaway!
Lynette B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Brenda B.
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
July family vacation
Brenda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa A.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey cabin close to river and excellent beaches
Lisa A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara
27 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sara
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Joan
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Joan
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin C.
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Up North trip
Erin C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie V.
16 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location/ Comfy Rental
Stephanie V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe F.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Joe F.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristina N.
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect little spot
Kristina N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
7 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time in Thompsonville
Michelle B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Debra N.
29 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
River awesome, lots of neighbors
Debra N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Michelle W.
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
No Wifi or complete walls
Michelle W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
4/10 Poor
Darana L.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Unhappy Stay
Darana L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
DANIEL S.
24 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot near crystal mtn
DANIEL S.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dr. Daniel M.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Problems!
Dr. Daniel M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jackie M.
9 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
graduation getaway
Jackie M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski location!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022








