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Picturesque, riverfront home with firepit, kayaks, canoe, grill, & W/D

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Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Crystal Mountain
    4 min drive
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    5 min drive
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park
    8 min drive
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    32 min drive

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About the area

Thompsonville

With a stay at this vacation home in Thompsonville, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park. .This vacation home is 20 mi (32.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 20 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 36 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geno's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thistle Pub & Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Horse Saloon - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Picturesque, riverfront home with firepit, kayaks, canoe, grill, & W/D

The River Retreat

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On a beautiful bend of the Betsie River, you’ll find this cozy waterfront getaway, tucked into a cul-de-sac and offering 150 feet of river frontage. Spend summers fishing for salmon and trout, exploring the water via the provided kayaks and canoe, golfing, or riding ATVs at Twisted Trails Off Road Park, about six miles away. In winter, guests will love the easy access to Crystal Mountain for skiing and snowboarding, around two miles away. Find several restaurants and other amenities in tiny Thompsonville, about four miles away, or head for Frankfort on Lake Michigan for more options, around 19 miles northwest.

At the home itself, spend quiet mornings with coffee on the beautiful deck overlooking the river. When you get hungry, step inside to the full, well-equipped kitchen to whip up some breakfast. The open living area features several cozy spots to gather with loved ones and two large tables for enjoying home-cooked meals together.

After a day of exploring, come home to relax while the washer/dryer makes quick work of any laundry. A large lower-level family room, plus a hangout spot in the garage, complete with a dartboard, means there’s space for everyone to have fun. More entertainment options include three streaming-capable TVs, free WiFi, cable, and a DVD player for movie nights. If you want to unplug entirely, opt for a family cookout on the gas grill, dinner alfresco, and a marshmallow-roasting session around the firepit in the yard. Sleep will come easy in any of four well-appointed bedrooms. Whether you're here to unwind or explore, you’ve found the perfect hideaway at The River Retreat!

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available with guests’ personal accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayaking on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2060 sq ft (191 sq m)

Policies

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 and a first aid kit
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

98710

Picturesque, riverfront home with firepit, kayaks, canoe, grill, & W/D Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Camille D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Copemish Michigan
Family stay for local funeral services House was convenient location near brothers house Plenty of sleeping options and room for family to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thompsonville
Very clean and organized excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic with great bedding
Positives great bedding, lots of space. Subpar cleanliness of the grill, artwork not in good taste, and windows withou screens, garage smelled moldy and dock going into the river was not safe or user friendly to canoes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

craig

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023