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Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Benzonia, MI
  • Place, Betsie Valley Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Benzonia

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Benzie Area Historical Museum, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Betsie Valley Trail. The cabin includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Benzie Area Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Betsie Valley Trail - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Crystal Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 7 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪A Papano's Pizza BEULAH - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Platte River Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Hut - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt!

Kick back and relax in this private, cozy cabin nestled in the woods on 5 beautiful acres, walking distance to the Betsie River. Centrally located to Northern Michigan’s most sought out locations- Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Crystal Mountain, the Betsie River and SO much more! Come explore paradise— beaches, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, breweries, fishing, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, golfing, wineries and more all within MINUTES—your adventure awaits!
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: NO pets on ANY furniture & pick up after dog!

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Benzonia, close to Betsie Valley Trail, Crystal Lake Golf Club, and Platte Lake. You'll also find Crystal Lake and Pinecroft Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt!?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each cabin and a kitchen in some.

Does Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt! have connecting rooms available?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 25.8 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt!?

No, you won't find cabins with balconies at Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt!.

Walking distance to Betsie River & 10 minutes to Lake Michigan & Crystal Mnt! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is adorable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! Perfect location. Clean and tidy cabin. Well decorated all around and newly remodeled bathroom. Perfect for our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in a rustic cabin with almost complete privacy, yet minutes from shopping and the lake. Good base for exploring NW Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

The location is so convenient to all the beautiful towns and lakes! We were so busy during the day, it was a relief to rest at this peaceful bungalow!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ironman weekend

My family had a great time staying at this location . Was super close to the race venue along with Great accommodations from a fire pit, games inside for the kids to a yard we ran Around and played hide n seek. Super clean and plenty of space for all of us. I would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was cozy and comfortable. The only draw back was all the scents in the house, as I am allergic to them I suffered red watery eyes and running nose.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are very glad to have found this cabin so close to town and the beach! We were traveling as a family (2 young children) and our dog so we needed a place conveniently located but also private. The cabin has plenty of room and all the necessary accommodations, with a large private yard. We spent most of our time at Frankfort beach and enjoyed wonderful weather. The cabin was a welcome retreat at the end of a long day in the sun. We utilized the grill and the outdoor patio, and were grateful for comfortable sleeping spaces. Check-in and check-out was easy and the owner was very responsive when needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025