Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront/Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf | Cottage in Thompsonville
3 Bedroom Cottage in Thompsonville
🌲 Betsie Bliss – Your Four-Season Riverfront Getaway
Welcome to Betsie Bliss, a spacious and comfortable riverfront cottage offering the perfect Northern Michigan getaway in every season!
This family-friendly 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation home is located just steps from the river and provides an ideal home base for enjoying the many year-round activities at nearby Crystal Mountain Resort, as well as the beaches, trails, wineries, breweries, shops, and restaurants of beautiful Benzie County.
Whether you're planning a winter ski getaway, a summer river adventure, a fall color tour, or a relaxing spring escape, Betsie Bliss gives you a comfortable place to come home to after a day of exploring.
🏡 Comfortable Riverfront Living
Inside, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing stay with family or friends.
The large, well-stocked kitchen makes preparing meals together easy, while the spacious living and dining areas provide plenty of room to gather, relax, play games, or simply enjoy time together.
Step outside to the private patio, where you can soak in the hot tub, fire up the BBQ, enjoy a meal outdoors, or simply sit back and take in the peaceful river views.
Additional amenities include:
🛏️ 3 comfortable bedrooms
🛁 2 full bathrooms
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
🧺 Washer & dryer
🔥 Private hot tub
🍔 BBQ grill
🌊 Beautiful riverfront setting
🚗 Off-street parking
🚲 Storage for outdoor recreation equipment
🎿 Space for your winter gear
📶 All the comforts you need for a relaxing getaway
❄️ Winter at Betsie Bliss
Winter transforms the area into a Northern Michigan playground, with Crystal Mountain Resort just a short drive away.
Enjoy downhill skiing and snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat-tire biking, ice skating, and other winter activities. Crystal Mountain currently offers 59 downhill trails and 25 km of Nordic trails, along with a variety of other winter recreation.
After a day on the slopes, head back to Betsie Bliss, warm up, and relax in your private hot tub while listening to the river.
Crystal Mountain also offers winter dining, shopping, spa services, family activities, and entertainment, making it easy for everyone in the group to find something to enjoy—even if skiing isn't their thing.
☀️ Spring, Summer & Fall
When the snow melts, the area comes alive with even more ways to enjoy Northern Michigan.
Spend the day kayaking, canoeing, tubing, hiking, biking, fishing, golfing, or exploring the many nearby trails and waterways.
At Crystal Mountain, summer and fall activities include 36 holes of championship golf, mountain biking, hiking, scenic chairlift rides, the Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide, laser tag, climbing, family activities, and the Michigan Legacy Art Park.
The surrounding Benzie County area offers even more opportunities to explore Lake Michigan beaches, rivers, dunes, forests, wineries, breweries, and scenic country roads.
And fall is especially beautiful, with brilliant autumn color throughout the surrounding forests and countryside.
🎿 Crystal Mountain – A Four-Season Destination
One of the biggest advantages of Betsie Bliss is its proximity to Crystal Mountain Resort, a true four-season destination.
Depending on the time of year, you can enjoy:
⛷️ Downhill skiing & snowboarding
🎿 Cross-country skiing
❄️ Snowshoeing
🚲 Fat-tire biking
⛸️ Ice skating
🏌️ 36 holes of golf
🚵 Mountain biking
🥾 Hiking
🛷 Alpine slide
🧗 Climbing activities
🎯 Family activities and outdoor recreation
🎨 Michigan Legacy Art Park
💆 Crystal Spa
🍽️ Resort dining
🛍️ Shopping and seasonal entertainment
Crystal Mountain describes itself as a year-round destination, with activities and experiences available throughout all four seasons.
🐾 Dog Friendly!
Betsie Bliss is dog friendly, so your four-legged family members don't have to miss out on the Northern Michigan adventure.
Dogs are welcome for an $85 fee per dog, per stay.
Guests bringing a dog must disclose the pet at the time of booking by selecting the appropriate pet option when making the reservation.
With miles of trails, outdoor recreation, parks, beaches, and scenic roads throughout the area, Benzie County offers plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy Northern Michigan with your dog.
🌊 Riverfront Recreation
Being right on the river means you don't have to go far to enjoy the water.
Spend a lazy afternoon watching the river, fishing, relaxing along the shoreline, or heading out for a day of kayaking, canoeing, or tubing.
The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for paddling and water recreation, while Lake Michigan is also within easy reach.
🍷 Wineries, Breweries & Dining
Northern Michigan is also known for its food, wine, and craft beer scene.
You'll find restaurants, casual dining, breweries, wineries, and local markets throughout the surrounding area, making it easy to enjoy a night out after a day of outdoor adventure.
Crystal Mountain itself offers several dining options, from casual family-friendly meals to more upscale dining, so you don't always have to leave the resort to enjoy a good meal.
For an evening out, explore the restaurants and breweries in Frankfort, Benzie County, and Traverse City, with everything from casual local favorites to waterfront dining and craft breweries.
🏖️ Explore Frankfort & Lake Michigan
A short drive from Betsie Bliss is the charming lakeside community of Frankfort.
Spend the day exploring the downtown shops and restaurants, walk along the waterfront, visit Frankfort Beach, or watch the sunset over Lake Michigan.
The Frankfort area also provides easy access to additional beaches, hiking trails, fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
🌊 Traverse City & Beyond
For even more dining, shopping, entertainment, wineries, breweries, festivals, and waterfront activities, Traverse City is within easy reach.
Spend the day exploring downtown Traverse City, take a scenic drive through the surrounding countryside, visit local wineries and breweries, or continue north toward the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline.
The location of Betsie Bliss makes it possible to enjoy the peaceful, natural setting of the river while still having easy access to some of Northern Michigan's most popular destinations.
📍 An Ideal Northern Michigan Home Base
From Crystal Mountain to Frankfort, Lake Michigan to Traverse City, Betsie Bliss puts you close to an incredible variety of Northern Michigan experiences.
Spend your winter days skiing and snowshoeing.
Enjoy summer days kayaking, golfing, hiking, and exploring the river.
Take a fall weekend to enjoy spectacular colors, wineries, breweries, and scenic drives.
Or simply stay at the cottage, fire up the grill, soak in the hot tub, and enjoy the peaceful riverfront setting.
Betsie Bliss is more than a place to stay—it's your home base for experiencing Northern Michigan in every season.
🌲 Winter adventure. Spring exploration. Summer fun. Fall color.
Come enjoy Betsie Bliss and discover everything the Crystal Mountain, Benzie County, Frankfort, and Traverse City areas have to offer.
Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront/Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf is located in Thompsonville. Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront/Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf provides accommodation, featuring Hot Tub, Internet, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This Cottage features Air Conditioner, Parking and TV to make your stay a comfortable one.
Betsie Bliss Cottage, Riverfront/Hot Tub, Skiing, Golf has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Thompsonville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Thompsonville, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Towels provided
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2 bathrooms
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Dining room
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Ice maker
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Dishwasher
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Kitchen island
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Microwave
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Coffee/tea maker
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Stovetop
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Car recommended
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Onsite parking
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Smoke-free property
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)
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English
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Polish
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French
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German
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On the river
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Desk
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Printer
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Desk chair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps
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Firepit
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Garden
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Patio
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Hot tub
Policies
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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
No, this Thompsonville cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Thompsonville cottage starts from $342 per night with includes Kitchen, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Internet, Air Conditioner, TV, Fireplace, Guest Services, Heating, Wellness Facilities with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Thompsonville cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Thompsonville cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
