Title: River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking! ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101422100/101422010/8a3fff8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101422100/101422010/19a98361.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101422100/101422010/89ac8565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101422100/101422010/4ec092da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101430000/101422100/101422010/934a3a23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the tamaracks along the Betsie River, this charming cottage offers a peaceful ambiance and riverfront access. Unwind on the covered front porch or stroll through 14-acre grounds featuring Northern Michigan's natural beauty. Enjoy proximity to beaches, golf courses, and charming towns like Glen Arbor. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking! No animals - no children (what an awful way to open this - but please read on for a further explanation) Escape to the enchanting embrace of our charming cottage, nestled in the tamaracks and set along the banks of the Betsie River. Walk the 14-acre estate grounds full of Northern Michigan natural beauty. This quiet escape features wildlife sightings, a covered front porch, riverfront access - all a close drive to beaches, and charming towns. Ideal as an intimate escape for two; offering a peaceful ambiance. Located just a mile from the golf course, dining, spa, and art park of Crystal Mountain, it provides the ideal blend of adventure and relaxation. Whether you choose to explore the nearby beaches, wineries, or immerse yourself in the local charming beach communities our cottage serves as the perfect home base. Kindly Note: Due to the unique nature of the property and home, we’re unable to accommodate children or animals. This rental is located on our private residence where we raise and care for breeding Corgis. Due to the risk of communicable diseases such as Brucellosis, no animals of any kind can be permitted on the property under any circumstance. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause - and please know this is not a decision we take lightly. Idyllic Surroundings and Nearby Gems Minutes away from the crystal-clear waters of Crystal Lake and the breathtaking expanse of Lake Michigan, this cottage beckons nature enthusiasts and romantics alike. Stroll along our private grounds taking in the beauty of the riverside setting. Discover the charm of nearby towns like Glen Arbor, with its quaint shops and welcoming community. A perfect blend of proximity to adventure and serene seclusion, our riverside cottage invites you to create cherished memories in a setting that captures the essence of a romantic escape. Book your stay now and experience the magic of this idyllic retreat! This cottage is located next to our home and includes a 5 corgi greeting committee. While they do not have access to the cottage - they do have access to the yard. This is also why kindly ask for no pets. \*\*Note : To make your stay special - we decorate the cottage seasonally. Photos may not represent current decor ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102440000/102439500/102439498/52e1cf87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill Thompsonville - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=102439498&PinnedHotelID=102439498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93480000/93478800/93478759/3f7c7fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Log Cabin with Hot Tub 2 Miles from Crystal Mountain!!! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ## About the area Thompsonville is home to this cottage. Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Misty Acres Preserve. [Visit our Thompsonville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thompsonville.dx165869) [View more Cottages in Thompsonville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thompsonville-Cottages.d165869-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.505123,-85.96559&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:chtnG%7CcukO%3FU%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%3FUBU%40S%40U%40UBUBUBSBUBUBUBQDUBUDSDSDSDSDSFSDSFSDSFQFSHQFQFQHSFQHOFQHQHOJOHQHMHQJMHOJOJMJOJMJMJMJKJMLKJMLKLKJILILMLGLILKLGLILGNGLGLGLGNGNELELENENCLCNENCNALCNCNALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40LBNBN%40NBLDNBLBNDNDLDNDLFLFNFLFLFLFNHLFLJLHLFJLLHLHLJJJLLJJJLLJJLJLJNJLHLJNJNHLJPHLHPHNHNHPHPFNHPFRHPFPFRFPFRDPFRFRDRFRDRDRBRDRDTBTDPBTBTBTBRBT%40T%40TBT%40R%40T%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTAT%3FTATATATATCRAVARCTCTCRCTCTERCRETERCRETEPGRERGRGREPGRGPGRGPIRGPIPGNIPIPINIPININKNINKLKNINKJKNKLKLMLKJKLMJKJMJMHMJKJMFMJMHMHOFMFMHMDOFMFMFODMDODODMBODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCMAOCOCOCMEOCOEMEMEOEOGMGMGMEOIMGMGMIMIMKMGMKMKKIMKMKKKMMKKKMKMKMKMKMKOKOIMKOIOIOIOKQIOIQGQIOGQIQGSGQIQGSGQESGSESGSESEQESEUESCUESCSCUCUCSCUCUCSAWASAUCU%3FUAUAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PbjT7u3kTym-299ojRdWCezv0m0=) Thompsonville, MI ### What's nearby - Crystal Mountain - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Michigan Legacy Art Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - Crystal Lake Golf Club - 22 min drive - 15.9 miles - Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 38 min drive - 22.9 miles ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬3 min drive - ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬9 min drive - ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬13 min walk - ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is River Cottage Retreat - Close to Golf, Beaches, Hiking! located? > Situated in Thompsonville, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crystal Mountain and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Michigan Legacy Art Park. Iron Fish Distillery and Misty Acres Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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