Betsie River Frontage with view of Crystal Mt.

Thompsonville, Michigan
$225 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Cabin has 190 feet of Betsie River frontage. 1 mile from Crystal Mt. resort.
Betsie River offers great summer canoeing, kayaking, with spring and fall Salmon and Steelhead runs.
Crystal Mt. offers downhill skiing, two 18 hole golf courses, pools, spa, an Alpine Coaster and more.
There are more than 300 miles of snowmobile trails minutes from the cabin.

Golf: Crystal Mt. has two outstanding 18 hole golf courses just 1 mile from the cabin.
Many other great courses are witha 20 minute drive.

Fishing: The Betsie River has a great Salmon and Steelhead run in the Spring and fall and one of the best places to fishing them is the hole right in front of the cabin.
Twenty minutes away Frankfort offers pier fishing in Lake Michigan as well as charter boat fishing and a beautiful sandy beach.
There are also many smaller lakes to fish within a few minutes drive.


Crystal Mt. Resort: Crystal Mt. Resort was rated top family resort in the Midwest.
It offers a good variety of slopes and terrain parks for skiing and snowboarding.
Something for everyone.
The resort also has an indoor, outdoor pool and hot tubs.
The outdoor pool has a water park for the kids.
Crystal also has Michigan's only Alpine Coaster.
All just 1mile away.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Ski Lift Privileges Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Canoeing Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Horse Riding Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The River On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike W.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2026

    Stayed Jan 15, 2026

    Nothing beats staying in a beautiful log cabin for a family ski getaway. The cabin was charming and tucked away in a very private setting along the Betsie River. The bedroom layout worked perfectly for two families, and there was plenty of space for everyone. The host was responsive and incredibly kind—when we accidentally left an item behind, they went out of their way to help return it. We would absolutely love to stay here again.

  • michelle s.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Everything was wonderful & am returning

  • darrell c.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    That place is awsome would recommend to anybody love the location love the cabin lots of good times in that cabin cant wait till next year .Thank you

  • Kathleen M.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    Our 2nd yr staying here. Love the cabin, property, cleanliness & host is very nice.

  • Pam W.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 3, 2025

    We really enjoyed our adventure!Thankfully, Tim's place was the perfect refuge from the unusual cold and wet weather. We were thrilled to find some firewood to warm our bones! Tim was terrific in hooking us up with a local friend that visited us and gave some great tips on the fishing locally, just wish they would've been biting!Overall, a very nice visitHopefully we can get back here another day!Thank you Tim!

  • Jason C.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We had an excellent time! Property is exactly as described and host was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again!

  • Julie H.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    We had a great stay at this beautiful cabin! Very well maintained, well stocked and loved how it is decorated! Plenty of room! Master bedroom with a king sized bed and the whole upper level bedrooms and bath are huge! Scott was wonderful to work with!

  • Miranda M.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    The house was stunning. Very clean, very private and close to so many things todo!!! 10/10 will be staying again.

  • J. W.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    We enjoyed are stay. House was clean and very pretty on t he inside. Couldn't have asked for more. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.

  • Brooke U.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    The Bench Cabin was the perfect place for our family to stay while exploring beautiful northern Michigan! The cabin was spacious, clean, and fully stocked. We loved being able to come back at the end of the day to hang out as a family and to plan the next day’s adventure. Tim was very friendly and even checked in before our stay to give tips on places to visit in the area. We had a wonderful time and would stay here again! Thanks, Tim!

  • Sara R.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    This home was the perfect place to relax at the end of a busy day enjoying all the beauty that Northern Michigan has to offer. My kids absolutely loved the yard and the big porch was the perfect spot to watch them and enjoy the beautiful evenings. Everything was well stocked and felt just like home.

  • Chris I.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    We love the Bench Cabin! Second time visiting and will be back…such a tranquil home close to all the area has to offer!

  • Sarah S.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    Thanks to the Bench family for another great weekend! Their cabin is the perfect distance from Crystal and a cozy spot to finish the day.

  • Bethany B.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    This property was set off the road which made for quiet sleeping. We appreciated the fireplace and short drive to Crystal. Thanks for being a great host!

  • jamie k.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    We went up north to go snowboarding and relax. It was great!

  • michelle s.

    Submitted Nov 21, 2024

    Stayed Nov 13, 2024

    We have stayed here 3 times & have already made reservations for next year. Great location & Cabin!

  • Kathleen M.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 20, 2024

    Had a great time. Place was clean, & all the amenities you would need. We will definitely b back.

  • darrell c.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    Was a Great stay as always love the location and great communication with the owner will book every year if available

  • Steve H.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    5 minutes from Crystal Mountain, 6 minutes to Iron Fish Distillery and 45 minutes from Manistee. An amazing home with a fully stocked kitchen and great beds

  • Ken G.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Location is excellent. Quiet and peaceful setting. We rented again for our annual salmon fishing trip in Onekama. House was comfortable, clean, and very well stocked with everything we needed. Tim is great to work with and we will be back again! Highly recommended

  • Sarah W.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    Very comfortable cabin in delightful rural setting overlooking the Betsie river.

  • JT L.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 9, 2024

    We loved this property! Thanks so much

  • Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    This is the second time we rented this property and there will be a third. Everything you could need was there. Beds were comfy and plenty of towels. Hubby liked going fishing in the river after dinner. Caught a few too!

  • Cindy L.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    Very clean and enjoyable place.

  • Eric K.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    We came up to Crystal Mountain for the Total Archery Challenge and we had a great time at Tim’s rental! Thanks Tim for a great spot for us to crash for a few nights.

  • Cynthia Y.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    Great location to be close to things...yet far enough away for a quiet and private retreat!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$225+
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