Vacation Rentals by Owner

Enjoyable Experience in late Fall

Guest: hexsheroes (Lansing, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 10/20/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

Used in late October. Nice, woodsy feel (lots of wood) but very clean and tidy. Gas (wood)stove provided alittle firelight for ambiance. Modern force-air furnance kept us nice and toasty. Fully furnished, from kitchen and bath, to bedrooms (very nice). Quite comfortable for four adult couples. Two bedrooms on main floor + fold-out sleeper sofa. Two bedrooms upstairs. Large indoor dining table with bench seating provided ample room for family-style meals. Screened (mostly enclosed but unheated) porch provided useful space, as well as additional seating that we used indoors. Nice outdoor gas grill. Fire pit area and patio area (with water feature & mini-fountain) were also enjoyed. Most appreciated (and used by me) was the availability of the outdoor shower. Hot water doesn't last for long, but it was more than adequate for my brief use. Short, 5 minute walk to private, Lake Michigan beach access. View from platform at top of stairs partially obstructed by some of surrounding tree branches. 83 (fairly steep) steps down to beach and Lake Michigan. But viewing sunsets from shoreline worth the slow climb back up the 83 steps, to the top of the hill. We found Glenn location was ideal for accessing both Saugatuck and South Haven via Bluestar Highway (A2). Saugatuck has most of the shopping, wine tasting rooms, and afew restaurants. South Haven offers afew shops, but more of the better restaurants. Also, if you need a large store grocery or pharmacy, South Haven has them. Very much enjoyed the arts & crafts type businesses between Glenn and South Haven. Highlights included TWO stops each at McIntosh Winery, and the wildly interesting antique business (look for giant, yellow, upright plastic rat). If you are an "American Pickers" type of collector, this antique place is for you. Cold, wet, windy fall weather did bring some unexpected challenges, but overall, we had a most enjoyable weekend stay at Glennwood Cottage. Owner obviously puts much effort into making this an top-notch rental. I personally appreciate his effort and service. I wouldn't hesitate to rent either this cottage, or one of his other rentals. I look forward to that next time.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Labor Day Weekend 2011

Guest: Ashley (Louisville, KY)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/13/11

Our family of eight adults enjoyed our stay at this well done, well maintained house in the woods. We took several trips to the nearby communities of South Haven, Saugatuck and Holland during our stay. Each trip we took introduced us to a delightful area of the country that we had not yet experienced. We took the short walk to the beach each morning and evening to soak in the cool breezes and beautiful sunsets. Fair warning though it's 90 steps down and 90 steps back up to access the beach so be prepared. All things considered it was a wonderful trip for all of us.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Family Reunion Success!

Guest: Catcash (Lansing, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/08/11 Review Submitted: 10/23/11

Beautiful spot, not very far from the beach steps and VERY clean! We had some beautiful sunsets, great cookouts and enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen. We would definitely stay here again. If you geocache, there are some great caches within five-eight miles.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

40th anniversary family vacation

Guest: STL family (St. Louis)
Date of Stay: 07/22/11 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

We had a wonderful time at Glenn, MI. The cottage was clean, nice location, and the beach was gorgeous. Everyone in the town of Glenn was so nice and welcoming. Great time!

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.

Return Visit

Guest: Central Illinois (Morton, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11 Review Submitted: 06/18/11

A home away from home. All the comforts we needed and more, very clean house, long sandy beach, close to South Haven and Douglas, totally relaxing. Made us forget our lifes temporarily left behind. Second time renting from Rob and we'll do it again! We've seen a bit of the world and will gladly return to beautiful Lake Michigan. Thanks for having us!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Weekend!

Guest: Mike (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/25/11 Review Submitted: 06/22/11

We had a small family reunion over Memorial Day weekend. The weather wasn't the greatest but the cottage more then made up for it! The large dining area was great for seating all 10 of us for meals. Listening to the waves roll in on Lake Michigan made for peacefull sleep. Everything was cozy but roomy at the same time. We liked all the little unique details around the cottage added interest to the place as well, discovering some little detail here or there. The cottage was as advertised, very clean and comfortible. I'd definately recommend as a place for my friends and family to stay when visiting. Thank you Rob for a great stay!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Cottage is indeed perfect!

Guest: Lor (Sarasota, Florida)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/14/10

Our family (2 adults and 4 adult children) stayed at the Perfect Cottage for a long weekend this fall and everything was wonderful. We drove up the driveway and walked in the house... and it was so charming, clean and well maintained. We loved the huge screened in porch and went outside and followed the wooden walkway to the firepit where we had bonfires every night....I said 'This is just perfect!" This was our first time using VRBO....and it was so easy...and the 'listing' was accurate in every detail including the photos. We chose this particular cottage for it's ammenities and proximity to Saugatuk and Douglas- as well as Lake Michigan and also because the owner, Rob Joon is a Realtor and we thought he would be professional. If I had a question- either before or during our stay- we called Rob Joon and were able to speak with him right away. I even lost my favorite sweater and emailed Rob to see if I left it in the cottage...he found it and told me that he had already sent it to me in the mail- before I even had a chance to ask him to send it and that I would pay the postage! The Perfect Cottage was perfect, it had great ammenities-including an indoor fireplace, a kitchen with dinnerwear, utensils etc., comfortable beds, was very clean. I have already recommened the cottage to several friends and family member....we fell in love with the area and are planning on staying at the Perfect Cottage again next fall !

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Everything and more....

Guest: Lin (Loveland, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 09/20/10 Review Submitted: 10/01/10

One of the most relaxing vacations in years. Cottage is cozy, comfy and very clean with all the amenities needed-there are no surprises when you arrive. If you want noise this place is not for you. If you want tranquil, a beautiful setting with Lake Michigan 5 minutes away, then it is for you and it's kid/pet friendly. The private beach is glorious! Getting down/up the stairs to the beach might be a problem for the elderly or someone afraid of heights, etc. They are steep and many. We looked at many vacation rentals before choosing this one and I'm glad we did. Our two Labs loved the lake and watching deer from the porch or on our many daily walks. The entire area (many towns on the coast) is easy to navigate as traffic is very light. We made daily excursions to Saugatuck, the Dunes, South Haven, Grand Haven, etc. Lot's of shops, farm markets and great homemade pies at Crane's. The weather was perfect for late September, very warm and breezy. Our stay was hassel free (except a power outage due to a wonderful Great Lakes storm) and we would rent this cottage again. Thanks, Rob, for allowing pets and sharing your lovely cottage with those of us who can't live this life year 'round. I'm jealous.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

great cottage for spending relaxing time in saugatuck with family

Guest: todd (brooklyn, ny)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10 Review Submitted: 08/21/10

+ clean, conveinent, really close to the beach, good for kids + lots of room + great outdoor space with grill, fire pit, an screened in back porch + owner is profesisonal and great to deal with only watch-outs (related the the area more than this cottage): + bring bug spray if you are there in the summer (august), as its in the woods and the mosquitos are thick + the stairs down to the beach are over 85 steps. its a beautiful view, but a hike down and back up we had a great time, and would consider staying there again if we're in the area.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Blast at the Beach!

Guest: Laurie M. (Strongsville, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/16/10 Review Submitted: 07/23/10

It's bigger than it looks, roomy! Clean! All the conveniences of home! Great location! Rob was fantastic to deal with.The weather was great....high 80's all week and it only rained the last day. The deer were beautiful. The walk to the beach was an evening event to watch the sun set or a storm come in the distance. We all played board games on the screened porch(mom, dad and kids ages19, 17,14,10) It is in the woods so bring bug spray for out back in the hot summer after dark. The Wifi helped us plan our days checking weather and distance to local attractions(and keep in touch while we were gone) Bring a movie for rainy days, there are two flatscreen TVs,DVD and Video player. We visited Oval beach and Saugatuck Dunes( 6/10 of a mile walk but well worth it! ) Ate at Saugatuck Brewery, Monroe's, Scooter's, Butler's. Earl's farm market, down the road a piece, pies(rhubarb) were great! Enjoy your stay!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Nancy
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/04/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend at Glenwoods Cottage. In fact it was too short. I appreciated the fact that there were no surprises with this cottage. It was exactly as presented. Fully equipped, comfortable beds, plush towels, and nice showers in the bathrooms. The beach was lovely and very private. Thank you!

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Guest: Gripman's
Date of Stay: 09/07/09 Review Submitted: 09/06/09

Thanks for the relaxing weekend. The cottage was everything you advertised. We enjoyed the private beach, frog pond, and firepit. This is a lovely area with lots to do for all ages.. we will definitely be back..

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Guest: Beargie Family
Date of Stay: 08/14/09 Review Submitted: 08/13/09

Our family enjoyed a wonderful week at the cottage. This truly was like a home away from home providing everything we could need or want during our stay. We loved and got a lot of use out of the outdoor shower, fire pit, & frog pond. We'll be back next summer! With much gratitude, The Beargie Family

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Guest: Cleveland's
Date of Stay: 07/24/09 Review Submitted: 07/23/09

We had a fantastic time in the cottage! We loved how close we were to the beach and had many fun adventures with the sand & water. The outside of the house also has a wonderful way to spend the days and nights... the hammock, frog pond, and patio provided lots of fun for us and the kids. Close to town, wonderful memories, thank you! p.s. Loved all the toys for the kids and the outside shower, made our vacation much more relaxing.

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Guest: Prybolo
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 07/05/09

Given such short notice, the cottage ended up being the perfect choice for us, our dog, and our friends! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the near future. Thanks Rob

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Guest: Kruizenga Sisters
Date of Stay: 06/16/09 Review Submitted: 06/15/09

The cabin was so cozy & comfy. Beds were really comfy - we all slept great. Loved the outdoor shower and all the hot water. The beach is beautiful, the 82 stairs were not that difficult to walk up (not as bad as it looked). We 4 sisters are not exactly what you would call atheletes, so if we can climb those stairs, anyone can! We saw a beautiful deer on the beach, some beautiful sunsets as well. Had fun grilling out, playing scrabble, cooking for each other, shopping, and just relaxing together. This was a much-needed reunion for the 4 of us. We decided to make this cabin our reunion site for next year too.

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Guest: HInson's & Webbs
Date of Stay: 06/07/09 Review Submitted: 06/06/09

Another great weekend - all your new yardwork looks fabulous. See you next year!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/03/09

Very clean and well stocked cabin. The beach is great and easily accessible. Plenty of space for sleeping.

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Guest: Corcorans
Date of Stay: 09/29/08 Review Submitted: 09/28/08

Rob, we had a great time staying in your cozy cottage. The kids loved the frogs in the pond, toys, & movies. We all enjoyed s'mores at the firepit as well as the access to a private beach on the lake. The people in Glenn are among the nicest we have encountered anywhere. Thanks for everything.

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Guest: An Family
Date of Stay: 08/29/08 Review Submitted: 08/28/08

Rob, Thank you for sharing this hidden gem with us. The cottage is secluded and surrounded by many natural things, which allowed our children to tap into their deepest imaginations. By the way, the "frog pond", as our children called it, was a huge hit with them. You can't imagine how many hours of fun they had playing around it. Also, we didn't go a day without spending at least a couple of hours on the beach. Now we know why people often refer to the beach as "private"... not another soul to be seen. We will certainly cherish these memories for many years to come. Owner's comment: The An's purchased a home in the area just after their stay. The process went smoothly and I enjoyed working with them as their realtor.

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Guest: Ginley Family
Date of Stay: 08/22/08 Review Submitted: 08/21/08

We loved our stay in your wonderful cottage. It is unbelievably well appointed and perfectly fit for all ages. The frog pond, fire pit, hammock, and screened porch were our favorites. We enjoyed great family meals, s'mores by the fire and sunsets on the beach. In town, we loved the Dune Schooner ride, Oval Beach, and Wally's, oh, and picked delicious blueberries at Earl's - we mad two blueberry crisps in the week. The blend of the quiet woods, gorgeous sand beach, and close location to local towns make this cottage a gem. We certainly enjoyed ourselves inn our homey cottage. It sure is clean.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 09/17/07

What a charming place for our 15th annual "Girls Weekend". Clean and homey with everything you could need provided for you. We soooo enjoyed exploring the Saugatuck/Douglas area and have every intention of returning again next year. Thanks for sharing this lovely cottage Rob! Sincerely, Terese, Sharon, Julie, Linda & Peggy

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 09/14/07

Our family of 6 adults and 3 children, ages 3 and under, enjoyed the Glenwood Cottage very much. It was exactly as advertised - in the middle of the woods, close to the beach, clean and private. We loved the screened-in porch, the fact that the house was very well equipped and the location. We would give this vacation house very high grades and hope to return in the future. Evelyn B.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 09/05/07

We stayed at this cottage over Labor Day weekend. It was an amazing place - best of all worlds - set in the woods with a quick walk to access to private beachfront on Lake Michigan. Close to Saugatuck & South Haven. Clean, clean surroundings. Quiet area meant for relaxation. Cottage is located in a quaint town full of antiques and farmers markets. We loved it here and plan on returning as soon as schedules permit!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/30/07

Great place to stay with or without kids. Easy walk to the beach, very secluded, plenty of room and amenities. 10 minute drive to Douglas/Saugatuck. We have stayed at other places in the area and definitely recommend this one for privacy and quality of living space.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/06/07

We had a lovely week at Glenwood Cottage. The home has a very welcoming and relaxed feeling. We enjoyed all of the special touches such as the outdoor cedar shower and the firepit. We look forward to another visit!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/04/07

We loved our stay at this cottage. There was lots of space, spotlessly clean and some really amazing renovations by the owner like the tranquil, flowing pond. Our favorite spots were the large, sun porch and outdoor firepit. It was wonderfully peaceful and secluded - very relaxing.

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Guest: Dick & Sue (Okemos Michigan USA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/17/06

Had a great weekend at this cottage. The owner has done a fabulous renovation and it is clean as a whistle. Very private and peaceful; plus very well equipped. Beds are comfy and rooms are large. Beach is gorgeous and deserted (long descent by stairs to beach, but its worth it). Highly recommend this place.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/14/06

This place was very relaxing and quiet. I didnt think I could travel only 2 hours from chicago and see something so wonderful. The beaches were wonderful not crowded. The house was quiet,clean. The beds were comfortable. There is alot of space so even a large group can have peace and quiet. The outdoor shower was wonderful. I did not want to go home. The town was nice. Oval beach was really beatuiful it is in Saguatek only 10 min by car.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/10/06

Perfect spot for our family vacation - centrally located for our family members that came from Chicago, Indianapolis,and Detroit area. It was the perfect size to sleep 8+ people and multiple dogs! The beach was super close and was pretty quiet - we were able to walk forever without seeing more than a handful of people. Perfect porch for board games and relaxing after a long, hard day playing in the sand. The location was close to Saugatuck and a quick 30 minute trip to St. Joseph. Would highly recommend it!

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Guest: Rodero's
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 06/30/06

We came to spend a week at teh lake, but the experience as been so much more! With 4 kids (ages 8,7,5,&2) the upstairs accommodations were perfect. We appreciate all the thoughtful & fine touches, Rob - Thank You!

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Guest: Juliane (repeat guest)
Date of Stay: 06/20/06 Review Submitted: 06/19/06

Had a lovely time. The new upstairs is perfect, love the cedar walls. Also loved the outdoor hot shower after the beach.

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Guest: Juliane
Date of Stay: 07/26/05 Review Submitted: 07/25/05

All in all it's really a lovely little place and we especially liked the screened-in porch. I would highlight this & the connecting (by pathway) outdoor patio even more in your description as that is truly the best amenity & quite hard to find. Thanks again so much for hustling to let us stay a night earlier than you had planned.

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Guest: Smith-Floyd Family
Date of Stay: 07/16/05 Review Submitted: 07/15/05

We had a great time. Thanks for the great place to stay. We had pretty much everything we would have needed. The firepit was fun.. we made s'mores until we were about sick!! The beach was so nice, private, & clean. Saugatuck is fun to visit, but we enjoyed the peace and quiet of Glenn.

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