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Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Sports court
Property grounds
Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fennville, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Silver Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

4th Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

3rd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12

Located approximately 2 hours from Chicago this home is nestled on over an acre of wooded land with a 70 ft private beach, semi-private tennis courts. You'll find plenty to do in this classic Lake Michigan house. Enjoy waking up each morning to the smell of fresh air, green grass, crisp leaves and the lake: take a long walk on the beach, relax on the screened in porch, play a round of tennis or cool off in the water; your evening can be filled with BBQing , smores at the beach, star gazing and laughing with friends and family.

This home has a well equipped kitchen, comfortable living space complete with gas fireplace, a dining room, multiple large picture windows, a large sun deck and a breezy screened-in porch which is a great spot to relax with shade and fresh air. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this house is great for larger families or groups of friends to convene for a vacation on Lake Michigan.

Located just 10 minutes from Saugatuck/Douglass were you can enjoy downtown shopping, explore a variety of dining options, drive stunning golf courses, blueberry/strawberry/apple/pumpkin picking, explore the many cideries/breweries/wineries, hike the dunes or take a dune ride, create a masterpiece at the Art Barn, and in the winter this home is just 40 minutes away from Bittersweet Ski Resort.

Amazing memories await!
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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 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

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Forever Curious Children's Museum and Michigan Maritime Museum. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Butler Street - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Silver Lake - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 21 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 24 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coral Gables Il Forno - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Outside Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan House with Private Beach, Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Fennville cottage is located on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Oval Beach and Forever Curious Children's Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 11 people in our group - three generations from 7 to 70, and this house had everything we needed. The private beach and beautiful lake views were the best parts, but the kids also loved the tennis court, large yard, and basement bunk room! The family room is even bigger than it looks in pictures and offered beautiful views. The location of this home is amazing! Very short drive to many great towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle M.

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

Beautiful Beach Home

Family vacation with 10 people;House had more than enough space for everyone. Lots of room for kids to play.View of the lake was beautiful! Everything in the house was in great order and as pictured. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

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

Beautiful getaway

The house is beautiful, clean, safe. We had family from ages 7 weeks old to 75 years old, and all were in awe of the beautiful view of the lake from the many common spaces. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean with many amenities. The yard was big with plenty to do for the kids. Great beach, good for walking and sand castle building. Bring your water shoes as lake is rocky but there is a nice sand bar just past the rocks. The water was nice and warm at beginning of week but storms came through mid-week and got very chilly. Saugatuck and South Haven are not far away and we enjoyed restaurants, putt putt and shopping. We had ages from 2 to seniors and everyone enjoyed their stay. Check in was easy and Chris was very responsive to emails. Thanks for a good week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE G.

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

Best Lakeside Adventure

Beautiful, well-kept lakeside property. The home was clean, spacious, updated and well-stocked with everything you need. Chris is the Property Manager and is quick to answer all your questions, extremely helpful. We had a group of six adults and had the time of our lives - fully enjoyed the deck, the breath-taking sunsets and the firepit at night. THANK YOU CHRIS for an amazing Michigan adventure. We will definitely book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Excellent

Perfect family vacation stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Family reunion

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moriah F.

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

Lake Michigan

We had a great time visiting Saugatuck. The home on Lake Michigan had all the amenities we needed and more. Chris was great to work with and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family trip

House was as exactly as advertised & wonderful for our family. Perfect to have a usable yard for our smallest family members & the beach access was ideal 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffer

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

60th Birthday Celebration

Wonderful stay for 7 lifelong friends to celebrate our 60th birthdays. So many spots for us to gather and hang out. Water views were stunning! Comfy beds, updated home, located among mansions and very private. Very responsive property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki W. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Fennville beach house

Wonderful home and property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Fantastic Stay

This property was amazing, the perfect location for people of all ages. Plenty for teens to do to occupy themselves for a long weekend without having to leave. Sunsets were amazing even on a cloudy evening. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Family vacation

The beach views were amazing! No stairs:) House was very clean. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Beautiful property!

My group stayed for 3 nights with 6 adults and 1 toddler. We had plenty of room for all of us! The view from the house is gorgeous, and the beach access is so convenient. The house itself was very clean and well-maintained. We would all stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Weekend

Place was awesome! My friends and i had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane & Tom A.

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

Loved the beach!

Wonderful location and great house with a big yard for kids to play ball!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

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

Lake Michigan sunsets

We are a group of older women on our annual gathering. Enjoyed days on the beach and evenings around the campfire. The rocky beach and lake presented a challenge for some, but we managed it with shoes. The house had everything we needed and is a beautiful place to enjoy Michigan's greatest lake. We loved every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Excellent

Great location on Lake Michigan with easy access to beach. Everything we hoped it would offer🥰
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Amazing!!!

Such a beautiful property! Property manager was amazing at communication! 10/10 would recommend this house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Another great week!

This was our second year renting this home and it was another wonderful vacation. The house is always clean and ready to go. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful. The best part, according to my kids is the beach and yard. The screened in porch is also a very popular place to hang. Thanks for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena H.

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

Michigan Reunion Perfection

Perfect location with incredible views of Lake Michigan. The house had everything we needed, was clean and the layout was wonderful for gathering for conversations, games, relaxing and enjoying the private beach. Easy drive to restaurants and area attractions. Chris was very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Beautiful Lakefront Property

Breathtaking view of the lake with wonderful sunsets. The property owner was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie K., Twin Falls, Idaho

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

Location, location, location!

This property did not disappoint in our goal to find a clean home with easy access to the beach, privacy, and a short distance to restaurants, orchards, and charming shops. With our kids' ages ranging from 3-21, this was perfect for everyone. Beach play, ping pong, tennis, basketball, and campfire fun made up our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M., Wheaton

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

Michigan Vacation

This property met all of our needs so nicely. The owner Chris, was very pleasant to work with and prompt in answering any questions. The accommodations were very comfortable for the 10 of us. The yard and property is well maintained and perfect for backyard games. This property includes enough amenities for families to play together and relax together. Access to Lake Michigan is very easy! Overall a memorable family time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

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

Lake MI in Fall

Gorgeous view & loved sound of waves. Family reunion with 8 adults in October. Plenty of room to spread out or gather with enough seating, large dining table and beds. Down bedroom is a little chilly but there were extra blankets. Kitchen stocked with dishes, pots, utensils to prep food. Outdoor firepit was a hit. Owner is communicative & prompt with responses. We recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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