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Sweet little cottage in prime location

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a pathway leading to the entrance.
A sandy path leading to a building with a red roof, surrounded by tall grass and trees.
A beach with several blue beach chairs and a striped beach umbrella.
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation. There are two blue chairs and a small table with a drink on it.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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West Olive, MI
  • Place, Port Sheldon Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Windsnest Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Holland State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sweet little cottage in prime location

This is a swell little cottage on Lake Michigan a mile or so north of the Port Sheldon pier, inside the gated Mountain Beach community.
I'm renting by the week--Saturday to Saturday.
The master bedroom has a double bed, and the second bedroom also has a double, plus bunk beds.
Also, the living room has 2 double futons.
There is only one bathroom, but I've added an outside shower.
The cottage is old, but the mechanicals are up to date: I recently installed a new water heater, new toilet, air conditioning, etc.
Of course if you know the area, you know there are many great restaurants and bike paths.
You may use my sit-on-top kayak, my kite, my frisbees!
There's great biking in the area, and I may be able to supply you with bikes upon request.
The point is: I'll do whatever I reasonably can to make your stay enjoyable!!!

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1229392
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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

West Olive

Located in West Olive, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Holland State Park. Hot Spot Charters and Dutch Village are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Port Sheldon Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • beach near Windsnest Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dutch Village - 19 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Holland State Park - 19 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 33 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 24 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RedRock Grille - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stable Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪American Char - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet little cottage in prime location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet little cottage in prime location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet little cottage in prime location?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet little cottage in prime location located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Olive cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Port Sheldon Park and Lake Michigan. Olive Shores County Park and Zwemer Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena T.

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

Good fires, Tiny bathrooms, Lovely views

The weather kept us in (late October), but the cottage is heated and has great views of the lake. We built fires every day
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Charming cottage with a million-dollar view

This is a lovely and charming little vintage cottage, circa perhaps 1940s, right on the shore of Lake Michigan. A fabulous view, and very cozy and comfortable inside with all the kitchen and linen and other necessities you might require. Nicely decorated. Host is attentive and responsive and goes the extra mile to make guests happy. You have to slide a couple feet on your bum from the ledge above the shore to get to the beach itself, but so worth it! Some of the beach has eroded due to high water levels but there is plenty left for sun-bathing, wave-jumping, shoreline walks, etc. I was here in late September and the water was still warm! (It got colder later in the week.) About 20 minutes drive to Grand Haven, 25 to Holland. (I swam at the Holland Aquatic Center. ) Oh, and sunsets! And storms. We enjoyed both, and hope to stay again next year (maybe a week or two earlier to get warm water the whole week;)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany N.

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

Perfect location, comfortable funky beach house.

Perfect location, house was comfortable and clean, owner provides lots of good stuff (kayak, beach chairs, beach towels). Super easy check in check out. Would totally stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

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

Great location for a family vacation

Tom was so easy to work with. He responded quickly to my never ending questions. He made it his mission to make my stay at his cottage as enjoyable as possible - he even arranged for 7 bikes for our family to use. He also dug out the pathway to the beach! We had 7 adults stay there and it worked out just fine with the two futons in the living room. I was worried about the one bathroom, but with the outdoor shower, it wasn't a problem. I've been looking for a budget friendly beach front property for our family vacations and I think I found it. I'm hoping to make this an annual trip! Thanks Tom!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Charming home.

This is a great little cabin for a couple or small family. The October weather (wind and rain) didn't allow us to explore the beach, but nevertheless we enjoyed the wonderful lake view and amazing sunsets. Tom was very responsive to our needs. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Great place for peace and quiet

Very cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colin b.

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

Cozy cottage with a fantastic location!

My family and I loved our stay at Tom's cottage. We spent most of our time at the beach or on the deck enjoying the easy access to Lake Michigan. My daughter loved running back and forth from our "Michigan House" to the beach. Tom was very accommodating and made check in and out seamless.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

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

Amazing view

We experienced peaceful fun- filled days on the lake. Wonderful private beach walks with beautiful sunsets and evening beach fires. The cottage is tucked away in a secluded cozy spot with a sandy path filled with butterflies and humming birds on your way to the water. The outdoor shower was a wonderful experience with lots of hot water! Our favorite times were spent on the deck reading, eating, and gazing at the beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Sweet stay in the sweet little cottage

We very much enjoyed our week at the sweet little cottage. It provided us everything we expected and needed for a beauty week on Lake Michigan. It is in a prime location between Holland and Grand Haven and the pier provides protection to the beach so we had plenty of beach for the family to play. We will definitely return for another stay in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Tom VanderMey

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I live in Ann Arbor but this cottage has been in my family for many years.
I'm originally from Grand Rapids. I retired last year so I now have time to put into maintaining and renting this cottage.
If possible, I'll try to meet you in person and show you around.
I also know a lot about what's available in the area.

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