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Lake Michigan Duneside Home

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A wooden deck with blue chairs, a small table, and a garden area with rocks and plants.
A garden with a wooden deck, stone retaining wall, and various plants.
A spacious living room with a sofa, ottoman, and rocking chair. There are large windows with curtains, a ceiling fan, and various potted plants.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Grand Haven Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Place, Grand Haven Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Duneside Home

Comfortable and well-appointed, light-filled Lake Michigan vacation home nestled atop a graceful dune within walking distance of charming downtown Grand Haven, MI. This home is unique in design and location.

Three carpeted, light and airy bedrooms, on the upper floor, each with windows on the lake. Two bedrooms have a double bed. The third bedroom, the master suite, has a queen size bed and also has a walk-out balcony for those romantic sunsets. There are 2 full bathrooms upstairs; one in the master suite and another servicing the other guests.

The lower level consists of an open floor plan with a spacious living area, furnished in an eclectic, contemporary, comfortable style, and includes a smartTV. Dining area and full kitchen with island are open to the main living area and look out to both the wooded dune to the north and Lake Michigan to the west. A full bath is located on the main floor as well.

Sliders open to an inviting furnished deck with an outdoor shower for rinsing off sandy feet!

This home is full of original works of art and artifacts from the artist owner and her travels.


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 # 222311
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and 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

Grand Haven

Located in Grand Haven, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Hot Spot Charters and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
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Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Haven Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Haven State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪CoreLife Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Duneside Home 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 Lake Michigan Duneside Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Duneside Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Duneside Home located?

Located in Grand Haven, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, just steps from Grand Haven State Park, Lake Michigan, and Grand Haven Beach. Grand River Boardwalk and Grand Haven Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third summer staying at the cottage and we absolutely love it! The beach is a short walk from the front door, all amenities are minutes away, very quiet, clean, and family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2026
Thank you again Karen and Mark for vacationing at the Virginia cottage here in Grand Haven. It’s hard to believe that. Yes it is your third year here and I look forward to seeing you again next year. Your family is awesome and we enjoy having you at the home our beautiful dune!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was beautiful. Loved the backyard. Great proximity to the beach. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2025
Thank you; we enjoyed having your family here in Grand Haven this year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's the most relaxing, beautiful place to stay, and you are just a quick walk from the beach. This is our second year and we look forward to our third!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2025
Thank you for the positive review, Karen! We love having your family here and look forward to next year as well. It’s been a joy to see you for two years in a row and get to know your family. I hope you have a good year and, again, look forward to your return next year. Take good care and thank you again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kevin k.

The property was beautiful that home was well kept and updated and access to the beach was good

We had a wonderful stay. The home was well kept up and easy to access the beach. All the amenities we would ever need were right there in the home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you so much! The weather has been beach-perfect so far this summer and so glad that you enjoyed your stay in beautiful Grand Haven!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Family Trip

This home is truly a home. It’s welcoming, the host is wonderful, exterior deck and lounge areas are cozy and comfortable, we loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2024
Thank you for such a heartfelt review! It was a pleasure to have your family visit our "home away from home" and we welcome your return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

We felt at home

Thank you for share your beautiful place, so clean ,warm , quite , close to everything , couldn't be leave how close to the beach . Can't wait to come here in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you so much for such a positive review. We hope to have you return in the summer when you can enjoy the lovely beach in Grandhaven.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caty H.

Excellent!

We loved our stay and can't wait to come back in the summer. This house is updated, very clean, and stocked with everything you might need on a vacation. The views of the water are hard to beat. We are grateful to have found such a nice place!
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2020
We are so happy to have hosted your mini-spring vacation along our beautiful Lake Michigan shore! Thank you for the compliments and we hope to have you return soon! Honore Lee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

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

best cabin on the hill

We had a most wonderful week in Grand Haven. The house had everything we needed. The beds were comfy.The beach is a short walk down the hill; and the town is right around the bend. We were a tad bit worried when we found out there was no AC, but we did not need it because of constant breeze. The house is up on the top of the hill, so you will be getting lots of steps in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2025
Thank you for the nice review Catherine! It was great to meet you and your family! I’m happy that your time here in Grand Haven was fulfilling and that the house was accommodating and comfortable. You are welcome back anytime! Honore Lee, owner
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

Wonderful anniversary trip!!

We had such a great vacation!! The house was gorgeous and it had everything we could ask for! So close to the beach and town! Great weather and very relaxing. We could listen to the lake at night and just unwind. Thank you again! We hope to come again next year
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Christina: I am so glad that your vacation in Grand Haven was enjoyable and fulfilling. A dune-side retreat is a perfect setting for an anniversary celebration! Hoping that you will return! Honore Lee I
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brendan k.

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

Tranquil Getaway

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. A fully apportioned kitchen and thoughtfully decorated living space highlighted this beautiful rental. And that’s saying a lot because the location is second to none! Only a few steps down to the beach or a quick walk in to town or any of the stunning wooded areas that surround this property make for easy access to all that Grand Haven has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2024
Thank you for this wonderful review! We enjoyed your visit here in Grand Haven, appreciated meeting you and look forward to a return!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

Great getaway spot

Thank you for providing a clean, comfortable and relaxing place for our girls' getaway weekend! Even though the weather was frigid, the area is beautiful and the cottage was snug and warm. A family of deer were nestled in the snow in the woods outside the kitchen window. We enjoyed some local shopping and food and a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Grand Haven offers the perfect peaceful winter retreat. We are happy that you found the Virginia Cottage so accommodating, restful and relaxing. We hope to enjoy your continuing patronage. Honore Lee
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Happy Anniversary Weekend

Beautiful home, fabulous location. We spent our anniversary here and were delighted to find out the intersection of "Honeymoon Hill" & "Lover's Lane" is right around the corner. Great walks on the beach in both stormy and sunny weather. We've previously spent time on the Grand Haven beaches but never got to explore (and shop) the lovely downtown area, so it was a great time of year to do that.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
We are so pleased that your anniversary weekend was all that you hoped it could be--and more . At the crossroads of Honeymoon Hill and Lovers Lane is our beatutiful dune side retreat! So happy to host you and hope that you can return to the Virginia Cottage! Honore Lee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOAN F.

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

beautiful and comfortable.

A perfect place for six of our 17person family reunion, especially for the kids. The swing and hammock were great hits for them. Adults appreciated the tasteful environment and especially Honore's art collection. My architect husband praised the layout which was especially accomodating for large meal gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Wonderful! What a pleasure to meet you and your family! Hope to see you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Girls Weekend

Great home with a gorgeous view! The home is to well stocked with all of the essentials and the location is great! Owner is wonderful to work with and very quick to respond. Cannot think of one complaint about this vacation home. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you for such an enthusiastic review. We agree, it really does have that perfect view from the hilltop location. Grandhaven is a fun city to visit the lake sure is beautiful all year round. Hope to see you again.
Archival

8/10 Good

Larry & Kellie H.

Great Home

We enjoyed our stay. The home is well stocked. We were disappointed on the views, could of used air conditioning it was a warm week.. Gas grill need some work, stairs are very manageable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you for your review. It seems that overall you enjoyed your stay and that the house was accommodating. The few things that you mentioned are also disclosed in the description of the property as it is listed. Most people rave about the view of the lake and also appreciate not having to be in the midst of the very busy beachfront neighborhood. We actually do not have stairs but a sloping walkway to the house and we always have lighters on hand for starting the gas grill.But thank you for mentioning the few inconveniences that you experienced while staying at our Lovely dune side home as it is always helpful in order to stay on top of a busy rental during an even busier rental season.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelley B.

Beautiful, cozy home.

We very much enjoyed our short 3 day visit to your incredibly immaculate home. I can't imagine needing anything as everything was supplied with a well appointed kitchen. We really loved the location as we could walk to the beach (down 58 steps-- and up), walk downtown, etc. Would love to visit in the summer. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you for a stellar review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your weekend in Grand Haven and that the Virginia cottage provided the perfect accommodations. You are certainly welcome back anytime of the year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Great House With a Great Location On The Dune

This is my second time renting this house and have to say this is a great place to stay in Grand Haven. It has a great open floorplan for gathering and relaxing after the days’ activities. It is very comfortable and includes all the needed amenities. Its scenic location is at the top of a dune and just a quick walk down steps to the beach and just a couple of miles from downtown Grand Haven. Honore, the owner is very responsive and great to work with. In Grand Haven this is the place I will always rent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you SO much for such a complimentary review! You know, you are always welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Cottage on the dune

Honore’s home was beautifully decorated and full of pleasing art work. The home was well equipped and the kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for food preparation and storage. The master bedroom is large and comfortable. The three bathrooms were a big plus. You can hear the sound of the lake especially at night. Our favorite thing about the house was the location which is on top of a dune surrounded by trees with partial views of the lake through the other cottages. We spent a lot of time on the deck enjoying the scenery and the breeze. Although there is no air conditioning, we were comfortable due to the many windows, ceiling fans in every room, and breeze off of the lake. We really enjoyed being more connected to the outdoors with the windows open. Honore is an accessible, responsive, and kind host. We felt right at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2025
Thank you so much Annie and Bob! I appreciate your feeling right at home because I felt that you were a part of our home up here. I am so look forward to a return trip and I am so happy that I am able to share my property with you and your family! You had a good time up here and that’s what it’s all about. Thank you again and I look forward to seeing you next year! Honore Lee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H.

Perfect house and location

The location was excellent. A quick walk to the city beach which we found to be a less crowded, family friendly beach. It was great to be able to see the water from some parts of the house and we LOVED sleeping with the windows open to the sound of the lake. The house itself was fabulous. You could tell it was recently redone but it was still comfortable like a beach house should be. It was the perfect size for my husband and me, our daughter and my parents. Everything was bright and airy and there were plenty of pots, pans and dishes. The beach umbrellas and chairs were great. The only surprise was no beach towels. I guess I missed that or just assumed there would be some. Fortunately we had brought ours to be extras otherwise that would have been annoying to have to buy beach towels on our trip. We would definitely stay here again and hope to do so next year or the year after!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you for a lovely review and sharing your experience at our duneside home. Of course, we welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jon R.

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

Great spot for a lake trip

Overall, great spot for a lake trip! Pros - Honore was very responsive with communicating on specifics with the property and area, and met us upon arrival to walk through the house and gave some recommendations. Home was well appointed, and beautifully decorated. Had tons of extras provided (grill, fire pit, cooking utensils, beach items). Pretty quiet / private area and street for being so close to the beach and a short drive / bike / walk to “town”. Beautiful views, especially from master bedroom balcony. Overall, too many to list! Improvements - To be fair, she recently moved back in the home full time, which changed the home layout some, which wasn’t a huge deal but would have been nice to have known sooner. Also, her home has a lot of artwork in it, which was beautiful, but was somewhat nerve racking with 2 small children. Home seemed to be on a bigger hill than expected, so we had to drive my mom down to the parking lot daily, but I probably just didn’t read the reviews / property info enough. Overall, would still highly recommend, just want to be fair with the pros and cons!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2021
Dear Jon: Thank you for your review and I am very glad that your time here was enjoyable. You are correct with the art-house quality that my home has taken on and I do appreciate your input. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family! Honore Lee
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alaine W.

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

Idyllic location -- Like a tree house on top of the dunes

We loved our week’s stay in this comfortable beach house situated in a unique location atop the first dunes above the Lake. The hillside is lush with trees and with all the windows open, we enjoyed the cool breeze rustling the leaves and cooling the house. The beach is close by and accessible by a few flights of stairs. (Or a quick drive and easy parking at the City Beach if hauling beach equipment.) Note: There are enough stairs to be a challenge for anyone with mobility concerns. A bonus was the discovery of the historic boardwalks through the adjacent Hillside neighborhood. In addition to the great location, the best aspects of this house are its open layout indoors and generous deck outdoors. We appreciated the many art pieces and ceramics throughout the house that made it feel like a welcoming home. The exceptionally well-furnished kitchen is roomy enough for a handful of cooks to be prepping at once. The large tables were perfect for our group to dine together indoors or out, or play card games. I wish I could give this property 4 ½ stars – because it really could be a 5. There were a few maintenance items needing attention. Additionally, all five of us (adults) found the beds to be too soft or sagging for the best sleep. That said, we’d happily stay here if we return to Grand Haven.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you for your detailed review and we are happy to host you and your group anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Relaxation in Grand Haven, MI

This was a beautiful home, located among trees, close to the beach. The space was clean and comfortable, there was a nice breeze from the lake, and we saw deer and squirrels in the tree area. The owner couldn't have been nicer or easier to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely review Pat. It was truly a pleasure to have your family spend their vacation at our home on the hill. Grandhaven is a very special place and we will be in touch about a possible return trip! Have a wonderful year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Favorite place to stay

Once again we had a wonderful experience at the Virginia house in Grand Haven,MI. The property is beautiful, charming and relaxing. The property owner, Honore is always easy to work with and very welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Wedding Weekend

This house was perfect for us during our daughters wedding weekend. Since we were from out of town the house let us feel like we were at home instead of a hotel. Very close to beaches and downtown Grand Haven.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 9, 2020
Hi James. I’m so glad that our house fit the bill for you during this busy weekend that you had with your daughter’s wedding. Was a pleasure to host you and your family at our home. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Relaxing Getaway!

This was our second time staying at Virginia Cottage and we loved every minute. The cottage is clean and spacious with many amenities. We loved being able to walk right to the beach, bike into town, and stroll around the neighborhood. The neighbors are friendly and Honore is great to rent from. We will definitely return with our family again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 14, 2020
It was a pleasure to have you & your family return to the Virginia Cottage! Looking forward to many more! Thank you for such a nice review.

About the host

Hosted by Honore Lee

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I am fortunate to claim Grand Haven as my hometown. This is a beautiful lake-shore community where family and friends reside and gather year-round. I have enjoyed sharing my dune-side retreat with visitors from near and far since 2009, when the house was rebuilt and fully furnished. After a 2 year hiatus from the rental business, I am now back at it and looking forward to guests!

Why they chose this property

This property has been in my family for over 100 years. The original home was a small, single-story cottage with a wide front porch on a sandy dune. While the dune is still sandy, the home not be maintained as it was, and so we tore it down and re-built on the same site. It now is oriented toward the lake, with a full second floor and an open plan on the main level. I love it here, and to share the lake breezes and comfortable setting with travelers.

What makes this property unique

Grand Haven can be a bustling town in the summer, and we feel that our dune-side location offers privacy and relaxation while still within walking distance of the action. In addition, the beach is expansive and inviting, just a downhill walk away! A favorite sunset viewing spot is at the top of the public staircase, "Weber's Stairs"-- grab a drink and join in for a toast to the day!

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