Peaceful dog-friendly home with gas grill & nearby resort amenities

Thompsonville, Michigan
$250 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

The Saltbox

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Escape to this relaxing home in a woodland neighborhood for your next getaway. Retreat to the electric fireplace or the free-standing gas fireplace in the master bedroom on chillier nights. There's no way anyone will be cold in this home! When the weather's mild, cook on the gas grill outside and enjoy the fresh air. Come summer, enjoy the portable firepit, and relax in the warm breeze. In the winter, make use of the ski shuttle and get going to the mountain early for fresh powder! If the kids tag along, they will love the play loft accessed by a ladder for their own little world as well! The shared hot tub available is another great place to chill and relax, especially after spending the day at the slopes!

Venturing out form this retreat will be a breeze, as restaurants, shops, the market, and the lodge are all within walking distance! Guests are less than a half-mile from the snowy slopes at Crystal Mountain. At the resort, guests can enjoy snowshoeing, skiing (cross-country and downhill), 36 holes of golf, fine dining, spa treatments, mountain biking, and an Alpine slide in the summertime. Beyond the resort, guests can take a delicious sip of local history at the Iron Fish Distillery four miles away. Looking for an art break Michigan Legacy Art Park is just under one mile away - try to catch a concert during your stay!

Things to Know
Free WiFi and cable
Full kitchen
Firepit (wood provided)
Dog-friendly
Some amenities may not be available during the winter
Shared pool, sauna, hot tub, and tennis court
All resort amenities must be paid for separately on a pay-as-you-go basis through the resort. Vacasa offers lodging only.

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

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

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Indoor Pool Massages Sauna Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Tennis On Site Water Park Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near Outlet Shopping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Deborah

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We stayed here with my elderly parents so it was nice to have a main floor bedroom and bath. Not handicap accessible but workable. It was nice to be in the woods and the road was a dead end so no through traffic. Very peaceful location. Driving distance to the beaches and places to eat. There were restaurants and a small market in walking distance, but a bit pricey. Every thing you need was there. I would stay here again.

  • London C.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Perfect location, fully stocked kitchen, very cozy. Highly recommend

  • Jon K.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    Good location. Nice sized Pet Friendly home.

  • Kimberley M.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Overall stay was great. Checkin easy. Was clean. I realize it is a pet friendly rental. But the first thing we smelled when we walked in was dog smell. Mainly in the entryway.

  • ellie t.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay, and did everything we could in the area. The house was very nice , clean and exactly as described. FYI…There were no wine glasses and the main floor bath tub shower mechanism needs fixing or replaced as it sprays water from the shower control. This is not a complaint just a suggestion.

  • Sylvia R.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    Nice, clean (few cobwebs), pet friendly. Kitchen was pretty well supplied. The main downstairs bedroom was lovely with a lot of windows and a woody natural view ….but only a double bed (ugh!!!) with a homemade bed lift, it was weird but functional.there was no suite bathroom, had to go out to the kitchen’s bathroom. The upstairs wasn’t used but looked nice and functional with a shared bathroom. It was on a cul-de-sac, so it was quiet and a nice area to walk your dog!

  • Jeanette B.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    Nice house

  • Christopher H.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. It had all the amenities for our large family including a big outdoor grill. It was a very peaceful getaway. We liked the close proximity to the Crystal Mountain Resort and walked our dog over there each day. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay.

  • Ximena S.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Great place. Will recommend to others. Would love to come again and the area is beautiful

  • Christopher D.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    The property was clean and well stocked. Everything went smoothly. There was no hot tub on the property, which was the only draw back due to the listing title. Easy walk or drive to Crystal Mountain amenities. Grill worked and all appliances functioned. Would definitely stay again!

  • Koni H.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Great location, walkable to everything. Clean, Comfortable accommodations. Well stocked kitchen.

  • Doug P.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    Excellent....we will be back

  • Chrissy E.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    We had a wonderful family weekend at The Saltbox. The property was clean and very conveniently located. Highly recommend!

  • Kerrie Ann W.

    Submitted Jan 24, 2025

    Stayed Jan 20, 2025

    This house was within walking of the ski lifts, which is exactly what we wanted. It was perfect for us.

  • VANESSA C.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    In the description it says there is a shared hot tub and even has renter rules regarding it. However, there is no hot tub on the property. We would've loved to enjoy that after some frigid days at the slopes. Overall, place was clean, comfortable and cozy. Will definitely rent here again despite not having a hot tub.

  • Amy A.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    The house was tucked into the woods with lots of trees around. We took a drive to see all the fall colors changing which was just a short drive away. As a family we all hung out and just enjoyed the fireplace and playing games. Perfect weekend away to relax!!

  • Michael L.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Great stay - 4th trip to The Saltbox and will keep coming back!

  • Marla S.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    Property was nice and clean with plenty of space. They do need to spray for spiders.

  • Shannon D.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This is a great getaway location with great amenities located on Crystal Mountain Resort. The resort has so many amenities that you don't have to leave the resort or you can be close to some great little towns like Beulah and Frankfort!

  • Zachary M.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My family of five stayed for six nights for a summer vacation Up North and had a great time. We've stayed at Crystal Mountain before so we were familiar with the area and the available amenities at the resort. I think the entire family agreed that we enjoyed everything the Saltbox had to offer. Upon walking in the first time we were immediately struck by how clean and homey that house was. The master bedroom on the first floor is great for parents and the kids all had plenty of space. My only nitpick was that the kitchen was not stocked particularly well with pots/pans/utensils and there were no containers in which to store food. Not the end of the world, but if you are making pasta for a family of five, just know it will be an adventure! All jokes aside, this is a great place to stay and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to head to Crystal Mountain.

  • tricia m.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    I wish we could have stayed longer. Confused as to the information of shared ammenities and then it was pointed out that the pool was not available to us but there were other things to do. Great stay!

  • Deborah C.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We greatly enjoyed our stay in this home. I brought my parents, who are in their 80s, and it was a perfect place for us. There was a ground floor bedroom and bathroom. The location was nice being surrounded by the woods and close enough to the beaches to drive there. We would stay here again.

  • Sean L.

    Submitted May 26, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The home was easy to find and had everything you'd expect from renting a house

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