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Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.

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A large cargo ship docked at a pier with a red lighthouse in the background.
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a window, a shelf with items, and a sign that reads "BEACH".
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a bookshelf filled with books, two armchairs, and a small table with a lamp.
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a white door leading to a balcony, a small table with a chair, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A sunroom with a sofa, a wicker chair, a small table, and large windows overlooking a natural landscape.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the lake, this cottage features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy beach views while relaxing on the patio, deck, or porch. Engage in nearby activities like swimming, ice skating, and hiking, and explore attractions such as Holland State Park and Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Holland State Park
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Holland, MI
  • Place, Holland State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ottawa Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom

2 Single Beds

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.

This vintage beach cottage is located in the sand dune hills of Historic Ottawa Beach resort area. Bike paths, sidewalks and board walks surround this cottage giving you access to Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. Walk down the hill and go to the General Store, climb Mt. Pisgah, or walk along the channel into the state park and watch the boats go by. Go the other direction and walk along the upper or lower board walk until you get to the sandy beach of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the sun and surf and don't forget to stay for at least one of our magnificent sunsets.
This cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It has a screened in front porch and an open outdoor back porch.

Please note that there are 2 parking spaces designated for this cottage. The walk from the parking area to the cottage is about 100 ft. I have 2 extra parking passes if needed for another parking area a little farther away.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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 # 1539551vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Holland

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Ottawa Beach, a neighbourhood in Holland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Area Arts Council and DePree Art Center and Gallery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Map
Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • Holland State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Macatawa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ottawa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 27 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Reservoir - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach. located?

Located in Ottawa Beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk and Holland State Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great cottage retreat with nice walkways to lake Michigan beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot. Loved the screened in porch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute place with plenty of room. We had a great stay. Although one bed wasn't made up when we got there and the neighbors were very rude about the parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our girl’s weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage near Lake Michigan. We stayed just a couple days, but we had everything we needed. The beach was a short walk and the sunset was gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach cottage

Nice historic cottage with comfy beds. Great location for a quiet beach vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway

Great location to the beach !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place, would rent again!

Gorgeous location, the place was charming! Beds very comfortable. All the amenities provided were great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Awesome location! Loved the history of Holland! Great family vacation spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us...

Annual fishing trip. So close to the Marina. Great, comfortable stay.Works perfectly for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, within easy walking distance to everything.The house could use some updates, while maintaining the historic feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute house

Cottage is warm and accommodating, host was quick to respond to messages, everything was easy to find. We only stayed one night but it was lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location was Great

Great location. Harriet was very responsive when contacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great cute place to stay. Historic home. You park in a lot near the home and walk to the house. No street or garage for parking, but the parking is free and included with the rental. Short walk to the beach and other shops on the main street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Excellent location and peaceful setting, with easy access to the amenities of and around Ottawa Beach. Loved the screened-in porch with view of woods and Lake Macatawa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

This home is just a short walk (about .3 miles) on a picturesque boardwalk to a beautiful beach. The sunset was stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time!

Was our second stay here. Family of 6, with 4 kids from 10-13. All had a wonderful time. House is perfect, short walk to beach and to general store for ice cream. Will stay again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Everything was good and the beds were wonderful We all slept great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stayed for daughters softball tournament

This cute little cottage was perfect for us! With a short walk to the beach and the beautiful views. Only downside was bringing all of our belongings in and out but we figured it out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We had a wonderful time in Holland and the cottage was perfect for our family . The check in process was easy and the house was very clean. We would definitely stay in this home again when we are back in Holland
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

really neat place!

the pictures really tell the story - the outdoor areas, the veranda, the rooms, the decor -- just a really neat fun getaway, right where Lake Mac and Lake Mich meet - what more could anyone ask for! The only negative is being sad to leave and wishing you could stay a little longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quaint cottage near beach

Location was excellent and was peaceful and quiet. It was a short walk, or drive, to the beach. Everything we needed was there except it would be good to provide shower soap in both bathrooms and not just shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fabulous location and charming property

The location of this property was fabulous. A short walk to the beach and connected to very cool paths to the state park and lake Michigan. The area is quaint and historic, and the house was very charming. The furnishings could use some updating, but the things were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
House is nice. Lots of character
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway

The house is beautiful and very accommodating for all guests! It is in walking distance from the lake and is a perfect distance. Harriet was great and was very helpful when we had questions. Amazing communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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