Reviews of Betsie Riverside Resort

The cabin was very clean. If we had a problem with anything, the owners were very very prompt on taking care of it.

There really isn't anything we disliked.

Cozy, Comfy, and FUN!!!

My family and I absolutely loved this location. The owners were amazing at working with me for last minute changes to my check in. They were not rude like most places; they were very understanding. The cabin was cozy and comfy. The bedrooms were small yet perfect for us. If I had to give one downfall, I would say that the bathroom is downstairs from the upstairs bedrooms. However, it's not a deal breaker because I would still come here over and over!! My brother and his family stayed in the cabin next to us. We kept the in-between doors unlocked so we could go back and forth to each other's rooms and the cousins could play. We also lit a bonfire one night and shared a lot of memories and laughs. I will definitely be visiting this resort again.

Bathrooms were on the lower leave while the bedrooms were on the upper. It was not bad at all, but that would be the only negative thing. I still LOVED the cabin!!

I love the setting and the host were spectacular

It was beautiful and clean

That campfire was available at the cabin site

Love the location! Right on the Betsie River. All the modern amenities that you would want or need.

The shower was a little small for my liking.

Beautiful scenery, cute and comfortable cabins with all the necessary amenities

Great trip. Will always recommend.

Small and cozy. Perfect place to get away, conveniently located near several attractions.

Unfortunately, you can't escape the noise of the highway. Nights, however, were amazing, without traffic noise, and with the incredible view of the stars.

The location is very nice, lots of nature to enjoy.

The cabin is small with basic facilities. The AC unit is located right above one bed, so noisy that I had to sleep with head to the foot side.

Perfect location and lovely nature views in a comfortable family owned cabin

This is a nice, family run resort right next to the Betsie River. The cabins are super clean and well kept and the beds are comfortable. They convert many of them seasonally from kings to two twins depending on the tourism season (to accomodate fisherman on the river). You are literally right next to the river in these cabins (although the bank is steep) and there are steps down to the river. The owners support/rent for kayaking and canoeing in the Betsie river, which can be nice for families but it was closed when we were there due to flooding debris. Kayaking/canoeing/tubing the Platte (close by) are also an option for families. They have lots of board games in the office for use, and a large pristine pool and hot tub and nice shared fire pits. Cabins have grills and a kitchen, with a little deck. Ours overlooked the river so the scenery was beautiful. The owners (a couple) are friendly and nice. Just minutes away you have a couple small town options for coffee and restaurants, you are close to the Ironfish Bourbon distillery (nice outside area for food and drinks) and you are very close to Beulah and Crystal Lake where there are more options for food. It is about 30 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes. This is a great location for sightseeing in this area and LOTS of family or couples activities of all types in the area (including fishing). We did some hiking and biked the Betsie River Valley Trail, which was very scenic from Frankfurt to Beulah and back (20 miles total). I would highly recommend this as a wonderful place to stay as a landing point for sightseeing in the area. It gives you a somewhat rustic "cabin" base (with A/C), that is very comfortable, in nature, with access to everything during your stay in this part of Michigan.

The resort is right off a busy road (31) so there is road noise during the day from traffic. We found that mornings (before 9 AM) and later evenings this wasn't so bad, but during the day it wasn't so relaxing to just sit outside on the deck due to road noise. This wasn't a huge problem for us, since during the day we were typically off and doing activities and mostly we wanted to sit outside early morning or late evening anyway. This is the only reason I didn't give a higher rating in some categories. Other than this, I loved the place.

Quiet

The view

Cozy, beds very comfortable. Staff friendly and accommodating. Full size refrigerator. Easy printed rules to follow upon leaving. Loved the keyless entry!!!

Shower was very small. Unable to adjust water height. I am very short, so hard to rinse off when water only hit my shoulders.

It was a short stay but very peaceful.

We liked everything about this property and cabin. T

The only suggestion is to have coffee available for especially just a overnite guest

The resort was really nice. the cabin was so cute and made you feel like home. The owners supplied everything. They were really nice gave us lots of recommendations. The owners wife makes bake good and sell them. They were delicious. We had cookies and cones. The pool and hot tub was great. our kids really enjoyed themselves. We will definitely be back and stay longer. There is a lot to do there. We went to canoeing and Sleepy Bear Dunes which was only about 20-30 minute drive. We went to Traverse City one day which was a little bit more of a drive.

Perfect place for couple’s vacation. It’s was so nice and quiet. Location is great too, around 20 minutes to Sleeping Bear dunes. Kitchen had everything that we needed and even more. Supermarket is in 5 minutes from the cabins

Great communication from the owner and quick to resolve issues.

Great cabins to relax and take in nature.

Location was perfect for what we had planned. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Loved the river view!

Each cabin needs their own fire pit.

Absolutely wonderful. Love to pool, love the cabin. Relaxing stay that our kids that was awesome.

A great location on the Betsie River, this cabin was perfect for a short stay. Comfortable beds, pool, and friendly owners made our stay enjoyable.

Our 5th year here. Lovely cabins, beautiful river. Very clean. Wonderful owners!!!

Nice quiet stay

The cabin was very clean and everything we needed was provided.