Your private retreat on the Betsie River, just 1.5 miles from Crystal Mountain. Fish, kayak or tube right from the property, spend the day skiing or golfing at Crystal, then come home to relax by the fireplace or firepit.
Tucked into the woods with direct river access, Woolly Bugger Chalet sleeps up to 8 guests with 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, WiFi, AC and laundry. It's an ideal Northern Michigan getaway for families, skiers, golfers, anglers and anyone looking for a quiet escape close to Crystal Mountain, Frankfort, Lake Michigan and Traverse City.
THE CHALET
Woolly Bugger comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests. Two bedrooms feature queen beds, while the bunk room has two full and two twin beds, making it a great setup for families and groups.
The chalet includes a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living area with fireplace, full bathroom with walk-in shower, WiFi, air conditioning, heating, and washer and dryer.
THE BETSIE RIVER
Step outside and enjoy direct access to your own stretch of the Betsie River. Fish right from the property, launch a kayak or tube, relax along the riverbank, or gather around the firepit after a day of exploring.
The Betsie is known for trout, steelhead and its legendary fall salmon run, making Woolly Bugger a great home base for anglers throughout the season.
CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN
Crystal Mountain Resort is just 1.5 miles away, giving you quick access to skiing, snowboarding, golf, mountain biking, the spa, restaurants and year-round activities.
EXPLORE NORTHERN MICHIGAN
Woolly Bugger is centrally located for exploring some of the best of Northern Michigan:
• 2 min – Crystal Mountain Resort
Skiing, snowboarding, golf, spa, alpine slide, waterpark, hiking and more
• 5 min – Iron Fish Distillery
Farm-to-glass spirits, craft cocktails, food and live music
• 10 min – St. Ambrose Cellars
Mead, wine, craft beer, food and live music
• 15 min – Crystal Lake
Beaches, boating and beautiful clear water
• 22 min – Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club
World-class golf overlooking Lake Michigan
• 23 min – Frankfort
Lake Michigan beaches, restaurants, shops and waterfront
• 30 min – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Sand dunes, hiking, scenic drives and outdoor recreation
• 40 min – Traverse City
Restaurants, wineries, breweries, shopping and year-round events
FISHING THE BETSIE
Named after the classic Woolly Bugger fly, the chalet sits directly on a river known for some of Northern Michigan's best seasonal fishing:
𓆝 Spring Steelhead – Mid-March through April
𓆝 Summer Trout – May through August
𓆝 Fall Salmon – August through November
Whether you're here to ski, golf, fish, paddle, explore Northern Michigan or simply relax by the river, Woolly Bugger Chalet offers a private getaway close to it all.