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

Experience a relaxing retreat by taking advantage of a soothing hot tub experience and savoring delicious home-cooked meals with loved ones.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Check out our winter rates and book your winter ski vacation now!

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!

Property manager

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

Languages

English, French, German, Polish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Contact the owner to arrange for more than 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Thompsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 17 min walk
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 6 min drive
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 29 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 34 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬7 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?

Check-out 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. Misty Acres Preserve and Glovers Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

sam s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Great property and up north feel. Good proximity to outdoor adventures
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful setting on river
Everything you need is on site but your food. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

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

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
We had a wonderful time staying for a weekend. Accommodations and location are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to Crystal Mtn. / Betsie River
Loved the location and the Betsie River running behind property. Family had a great time skiing at nearby Crystal Mtn. followed by a relaxing time in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenzie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
We had a great stay! John was super helpful with arrival/ check-in and was quick to answer any questions we had. The house had everything we needed and was perfect set up for my family to have a relaxing weekend. We will definitely be back again! The Hot Tub was a big hit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Betsie River
Perfect for a group of six, every amenity available, In retrospect a little to small for six adults and two small children. Excellent communication and every need available and excellent opportunities for family vacations
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute & Cozy!
This cabin was the perfect distance to Crystal Mountain and was the coziest spot to come back to after a day of skiing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great woods retreat!
Stayed for 3 days with old college friends and thoroughly enjoyed the property! Quiet, tranquil, nature setting but close to Crystal Mt Resort, good food, and lots to do. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property!!
Just bring your food and clothes!! Fully stocked with everything to enjoy your home away from home. Great location and very comfortable! Clean, Clean, Clean!! We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot
Awesome location. House was comfortable for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
We absolutely loved being snowed in our cozy cabin. Being close to skiing was great and the kids absolutely loved the river and hot tub. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here 💕
We love staying at this property. The river is beautiful, the home is spacious and peaceful. I'm sure we'll return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our ski vacation!
Cottage was perfect for the adults and kids! The hot tub was an added bonus to our fun, and the location was great. Cottage came stocked with everything we needed and we made great memories. Definitely plan to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne V., Farmington Hills, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place
This is an immaculate, well laid out, very well stocked house. Everything was perfect. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Pet Friendly location
Great location to Crystal Mountain and very pet friendly. We were pleasantly surprised to see dog bowls available for use as we forgot ours at home. Will definitely book again if we come back to Crystal Mountain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our New Favorite Vacation Spot!
My only complaint is that we didn’t stay longer!! This VRBO was immaculately cleaned, spacious, with all of the household items you’d possibly need. Games galore, spectacular views, and the host is quick to reply & incredibly kind. I recommend booking 10/10!! And while you’re here — check out the Iron Fish Distillery! We can’t wait to come back & stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Getaway!!!
We enjoyed our stay at Betsie Bliss. The house has everything you’ll need, and it’s very comfortable and clean. The location is perfect, you’re close to the sand dunes, drive-in, traverse city, honor and etc. We would stay again and recommend for others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Colin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at Betsie Bliss. The home was clean and had modern upgrades while maintaining the rustic cottage feel. A short drive to Crystal Mountain and easy in and out. The hot tub was a great way to relax after skiing and the burbling river makes it super peaceful. I'd definitely rent here again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Mountain Ski Weekend
Very nice VRBO property and was perfect for our weekend ski trip to Crystal. Would consider this property again for a ski weekend or a summer trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice.
Two couples and two dogs, enjoyed everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022