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Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town

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Exterior
Fox Eagle Dunes. Enjoy four seasons!
Take in the wooded views.
Quite and peaceful front porch.
Entry

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 164200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Fennville, MI
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Butler Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town

Fox Eagle Dunes; 6 Bedrooms, 4 baths, plus additional sleeping accommodations. Comfortably sleeps up to 16.

Secluded home in Fennville / Saugatuck just steps to Lake Michigan! This well-appointed, spacious 6 bedroom, 4 bath home is tastefully decorated and fully equipped for comfort and convenience. Oriented on a 1.75 acre wooded lot, this home offers a private setting with several outdoor spaces and beautifully landscaped grounds.

Located just 7 miles from the shops, restaurants, & art galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas, this 4200 sq. ft. home has all the amenities you could desire for a comfortable and adventurous vacation.

Lake Access:
Lake Michigan public access for shore walking is just a short walk away. ** Local public lake access point (walkable from the property) (stairs)(0.3 mile walk) is part of our area homeowner’s association. It is just an access point. The beach areas are privately owned but are available to you for shore-walking. Another access point is Pier Cove (2.2 miles) which is lake accessible for shore-walking. West Side County Park (3.0 miles) has a great picnic and grilling area. Due to high water levels, only the North entrance is open.
The BEST beach experience is Oval Beach in Saugatuck (7 miles). Celebrated for its beautiful sweep of shoreline and backdrop of rolling dunes, this is the main beach in town. Its impressive pedigree of awards (Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 25 Beaches in the World, National Geographic Traveler’s Top Freshwater Beaches in the USA, and MTV’s Top 5 Beaches in the USA) is testament to its status as a summertime favorite and natural beauty spot. There are concessions, a picnic area, and adjacent parking and NO STAIRS! Something for everyone.
Another access point for shore walking is Douglas Beach Park at 3099 Lakeshore Dr, Douglas. There are also picnic tables and grills.
If you are up for a hike, there is Saugatuck Dune State park. There are several trails and they all end at the beach. It is mostly used for picnics, walking, etc.

Exterior
A long private drive accesses the peaceful wooded setting with the sounds of Lake Michigan shores close by. A spacious rear deck offers serenity, wooded views, outdoor cooking and dining. Relax in the screened porch or around the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the secluded privacy.

Interior
There are three levels to the house giving plenty of privacy to each bedroom.
Main floor features:
- Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, spacious living room, large separate dining room, and fully equipped open kitchen. Perfect for entertaining - from an informal bbq to more sophisticated dinner parties. Living room opens up through two sets of double patio doors to the large rear deck, screened in porch, gas grill, and back yard.
- A large master suite with king size bed, tv, Jacuzzi and large double shower. There is also a separate door to the back yard patio.
- 2nd bedroom,
- 2nd full bath,
- office with very comfortable queen sleeper sofa is easily converted to 6th bedroom.
- laundry room with full size washer/dryer and iron.

Second floor consists of a suite that offers a private retreat with character, convenience and tree-top views. TV with direct TV access in the room. Queen bed and additional twin bed.

Lower level area includes two additional spacious bedrooms, additional twin bed, very comfortable queen sleeper sofa, large bath, desk area, and enormous family room with several seating areas for watching TV, playing games, expanded dining space, and just hanging out after an adventurous day.

Perfect layout to enjoy each other’s company, yet have plenty of privacy.

Additional features include: central air, Wi-Fi, Cable TV, main floor laundry, gas grill, large screen TV and DVD player on lower level, and 2 additional flat screen TVs.

Steps to Lake Michigan private association lake access -- only a 0.3 mile (5 minute) walk. Accessible for shore walking.

This is not your average ‘vacation rental’ property. It’s perfect for families and friends looking for a well-appointed vacation destination. The sleeping arrangements can comfortably accommodate up to 16.

Nearby tourist attractions include: downtown Douglas, Saugatuck, Fennville, South Haven and Holland, famous for shopping, restaurants, jet skiing, kayaking, farmers markets, dune rides and the arts.

Sun and Sand - Saugatuck's Oval Beach has been rated by Conde Naste's Traveler Magazine as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world.

For outdoor adventurers, the 50,000-acre Allegan State Game Area offers boating, fishing, biking, hiking, skiing, and bird watching.

We are 10 minutes from 'Ravines Golf Club', the Arnold Palmer signature Golf Course.

Additional attractions include: Krupka’s Blueberry Farm for seasonal berry picking, Crane’s Orchard for fall apple picking, award winning wineries, outstanding local restaurants and microbreweries, and boutique shopping.

Maximum capacity 16 - including infants and children.

*Fireplace not for use of guests.

Check-In: In-Season Weekly Bookings; Saturday to Saturday at 4:00pm
Check-Out: 10:30 AM

Check-In: Off Season Bookings; Two night minimum at 4:00pm
Check-Out: 10:30 AM


Property manager

Keith

Languages

English, Polish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Fennville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Butler Street - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Silver Lake - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 23 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town located?

Located in Fennville, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. Water Street Gallery and Saugatuck Brewing Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Delightful family vacation

Keith’s home was perfect for our family of 9 adults and 4 kids to gather for a week. Photos do not do it justice! The kitchen was a delight to cook in. The appliances, equipment snd cookware, and ample plates, glassware and serving pieces were much appreciated. I mean, who has polish pottery coffee cups in their guest house? There was a nice assortment of spices and baking staples in the cupboards. The bedrooms were beautifully furnished and the beds comfortable. I would love a yard as wonderfully landscaped as this one! There was something to see around each bend. The large open yard was great for the kids and the adults enjoyed fires around the fire pit in the evening after bedtime. It was a short walk in a lovely neighborhood to the beach access. Initial concern that the beach was walking only was soon gone as the kids ran and jumped and collected shells and stones for hours. We visited the beach at least twice each day. I would visit this home again in a minute. It truly was as welcoming and equipped as if it was with family, not a rental. Oh, the artwork and pieces are amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

BEAUTIFUL WOODED RETREAT

My family and I recently stayed at this beautiful property and all 11 of us were very impressed. We had 7 adults, 6 of whom were coupled and 4 kids 12yr, 15yr, & two 17yr and all 11 of us had our own space! We were able to come together in the shared living spaces: kitchen, family room, basement; but dont forget the wonderful outdoor living space! Front porch, back porch, campfire area as well as a sizeable front yard to volley a ball & a huge driveway! This property had everything from comfort and cozy to spacious and gorgeous, both inside and out. We saw a family of deer multiple days right out our front door. Oval Beach is a short ten minute drive and property had beach chairs to share so we did not have to bring our own. I cant say enough wonderful things about this beautiful wooded retreat. Thank you VRBO for coordinating our beautiful rental for a memorable week Saugatuck was a gem and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

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

Beautiful and spacious

Home was clean and suited our family well. Plenty of space indoors and out to spread out or gather together. Loved the decor and “home” feel. Great location. Kitchen had plenty of dishes and cooking pots/pans/serving dishes. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star plus! It was very clean, beautiful and spacious. The property manager was always responsive to our questions/needs. Would highly recommend. Our stay was enjoyable and we would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. The pictures do not do it justice! Lovely yard and decor. Always something new to see. Very clean and organized. Ten to fifteen minute drive to many shops, restaurants and things to do. Thank you Keith for the lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amineh E.

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

Staycation

Keith was really responsive and helpful throughout the whole booking process. The property is beautiful and had more than enough space for our group. It had multiple entertaining/seating areas which everyone appreciated. I would recommend and stay at the wooded retreat again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo D.

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

Excellent Location, Felt like home, Lots of Privacy

This home is very comfortable, clean, and provides lots of privacy. The outside sitting area is very inviting for reading, visiting. We felt very at home here. The dishwasher stopped working but Kieth was very responsive. It is close to Apple Orchards, vineyards and Saugatuck which has cute shops, restaurants and parks for kids. We were a 4 families with 2 little one's and we had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Beautiful House

Very comfortable, well suited for larger families and a great location on a beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

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

Exceeded Expectations!

This home is lovely and perfectly set up to host! The fenced yard is a dream of paths, perrenials and enchanting artwork. The outdoor evening lighting creates a magical retreat environment. We particularly loved all the incredible artwork and attention to detail inside the home! And so much space for everyone, while feeling cozy when it was just my husband and I. The short walk to the Lake Michigan access was charming and of course the lakeshore is magnificent. We highly recommend this home/stay as one of the best experiences!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

The Wedding Weekend

The home is so very nice and inviting and so well equipped too. All our guests were so complimentary of the ambiance and set-up of everything. BRAVO!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

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

Long weekend family get-away!

We have stayed at this home several times with our group of extended family ages 13 and up! We had 15 guests this year and we all slept comfortably. We did use the pull out sofa bed and twin that are in the lower level family room area. Kitchen is well appointed, we grilled one evening and had everything we needed for dinner for 15! The outside front yard is large and we were able to enjoy some outdoor lawn games, we really appreciated the area being lit with hanging lights because we used it after sunset. Speaking of sunset, it’s a short walk to the beach access where we enjoyed the beautiful sunsets each night! The fire pit area has comfortable Adirondack chairs and enough seating for our large group! Also, the deck area has plenty of seating for morning coffee overlooking the beautiful garden or use any time of day! We really enjoy the decor and artwork in the home, we love to notice all of the details and placement of the beautiful pieces. This home is so very warm and welcoming! A big thank you to the owners for sharing this home, it has provided us with a beautiful place to gather and enjoy each other!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica A.

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

Camp Bachelorette

We had a group of 14 girls stay here for a weekend in the woods kind of bachelorette party. The property is absolutely gorgeous and is in perfect walking distance to public beach access. Keith was so easy to work with and very responsive. Would definitely 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halie A.

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

Wonderful getaway

Had a bunch of lousy 30somethings get together for a friends getaway- this place was great. Enough space in the front for kube/other yard games, great setup for a fire, and plenty of outdoor seating. Inside was just as great, the decor is so so tasteful and warm. Had enough space and beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommend!!

We absolutely loved our stay. The location is perfect, and the home was comfortable, clean, and beautiful. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

A Perfect Setting

The home is quite charming with far more character than your typical VRBO. You can tell it is treated as a home instead of purely an investment property. Extremely private setting with a fantastic out door space to complement the home itself. Close to a range of different areas to explore Saugatuck, enjoy restaurants, breweries, etc. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fabulous

A Beautiful location and gardens surround a well supplied comfortable home. I appreciated the easy maintenance of the furniture and rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

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

Perfect getaway!

This home was one of the most gorgeous rentals I’ve had the opportunity to stay in. Everything was spotless. The gardens and artwork are beautiful. A perfect place to enjoy Saugatuck! We stayed with another couple and had four kids under 7 with us. We had plenty of room. To spread out and the kids enjoyed playing on the lawn and roasting marshmallows by the fire. We hope to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Unique adult home

The artwork and decor in every room was beautiful. 5 bedrooms and 4 baths worked great for the 9 of us. You will never find a more remote home that is just that a home not a house. The setting the woods with the smell of pines is pure Michigan. The landscaping the outdoor lighting and the seating outside was perfect for story telling. I would highly recommend and we know we will be back. Hmmm a negative well maybe the pans could be non stick and that’s all I have. Dziękuję
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Amazing

The home was more than we hoped for. Great gathering areas along with space to chill alone. The gardens on the property are beautiful. Space out front for the kids to play. The owner responded to questions immediately. I only wish we were able to recycle our recycling
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Wonderful

Our second year and we all really enjoy the beautiful house, garden, porch, deck and location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryJo C.

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

Beautiful House and Grounds

This is our third stay at this outstanding house, and it was fantastic as always! The house is gorgeous and the back garden just lovely. We were a large group and had plenty of room to sleep and relax. There is a wonderful fire pit to enjoy; the patio is a comfortable space for chatting and enjoying the wooded lot. Very clean and well-maintained. Lots of great art pieces scattered throughout. Keith is a fantastic host with great communication. You cannot go wrong staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Family vacation

We had an excellent family vacation. The property is spectacular, very close to Lake Michigan with beautiful views a block away. The house is well maintained and the backyard beautifully landscaped. Keith is a very good host with top notch communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Twelve friends and family spent 3 nights at Fox Eagle Dunes. The quiet, natural surroundings were perfect for our friends and family to have a weekend getaway. There is lots of space for socializing as well as finding quiet spaces for alone time. The large deck, backyard, and fire pit were great for everyone to hang out, and our dog loved having the fenced backyard to explore. Easy access to the beach and lake views made this a perfect location for our large group. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan P.

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

Fantastic house!

The house is well maintained, clean, and has so much space. The extra twin bed in the top level bedroom was great for our family. When you were on the top floor or in the lower level, you really couldn't hear much from the main floor--this was key for our group, which included young kids who had very early bedtimes. We visit family in Fennville as often as possible and will stay in this house again. It's conveniently located to some of our favorite places, including Cranes and Waypost, and in general is just a great home base for the whole Fennville/Saugatuck area. The communication was really easy and clear. Overall incredible house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Wonderful!

Me, my husband and some of our extended family had such a great time at this house. The property is BEAUTIFUL and so is the house. Extremely clean, comfortable and check in couldn’t have been easier. The host also provided detailed instructions for the house.. where utensils belonged, what kind of stores and entertainment, hiking.. etc were in the area. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Keith

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English, Polish