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Large Retreat Oasis Nestled in the Woods Alongside Beautiful Pigeon River

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Lower Deck
Plenty of seating
Large fire pit - chairs for pit not shown (8)
wintertime shot of the back yard.  Can you see your fire pit?
Beautiful view!  The sunrise is amazing.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 24

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
West Olive, MI
  • Popular LocationVeldheer Tulip Gardens14 min drive
  • Popular LocationDutch Village15 min drive
  • Popular LocationHolland State Park17 min drive
  • AirportMuskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

+2
6 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Large Retreat Oasis Nestled in the Woods Alongside Beautiful Pigeon River

The Retreat House, brought to you by family-owned Into The Woods Retreat, is the perfect place for families, friends, or retreat groups looking for spacious accommodations in the beautiful riverfront landscape of Western Michigan. Nestled on a wooded dune overlooking Pigeon River, it’s a picturesque nature getaway with activities like hiking, biking, exploring the woods, or kayaking the river, all right in your backyard. Or for folks who prefer a mix of nature and city life, The Retreat House is a quick 10 minute drive from Grand Haven and Holland, MI.
The Retreat House is fully-furnished and can accommodate up to 24 overnight guests — with 4 bedrooms and bathrooms on the main floor, additional rooms and bathrooms on the lower level, a large open kitchen/dining area which seats 25, a large and comfortable living room, and an expansive deck overlooking the river. The lower level also features a snack area, and a large living room which can be used as a crafting area, workspace, or group activity area. And the outdoor space comes furnished with a fire pit, deck seating, outdoor games, and a covered lounge space. So regardless of the season, weather, or type of gathering, you’ll be able to enjoy everything the indoors and outdoors has to offer!

Property manager

Mercedes Saurbaugh

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Additional charge for weddings and receptions.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional charge for gatherings larger than 24 people. If you do not select property damage coverage, you will be billed for damages.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
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

About the area

West Olive

This vacation home is located in West Olive. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. Dutch Village and The Lost City are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Veldheer Tulip Gardens - 14 min drive
  • Dutch Village - 15 min drive
  • Hope College - 16 min drive
  • Windmill Island - 16 min drive
  • Holland State Park - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mario's Pizza - 12 min drive
  • The Pipeline Smokehouse & Barn - 11 min drive
  • Sandy Point Beach House - 6 min walk
  • The Stable Inn - 13 min drive
  • Hopland Brewstillery - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Retreat Oasis Nestled in the Woods Alongside Beautiful Pigeon River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HUGE house
The listing does not show how huge and open this house is. Perfect for big groups. And more updated than it appears in photos
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Sisters in Prayer
Clean and spacious. It’s nice to have a bed for everyone without bunks! One of the stoves, the mini beverage fridge and the island outlets were not working. That made food prep for such a large group a challenge. The fire pit also didn’t work. But we really enjoyed the setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
We stayed here for our wedding weekend. It was the prefect place to get ready so much space. I was able to get ready downstairs with the girls and the guys stayed upstairs. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding property
This property is everything they say it is. We were a golf group of 12. This is a great place to stay if your are playing America Dunes, close and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great weekend with extended family!
This was the perfect place for our extended family to stay together during the weekend of our cousin's wedding (which was in Holland). There was plenty of space for everyone, and the house was well stocked with all of the materials we needed for a comfortable stay. We'd love to come back for a family reunion sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mercedes Saurbaugh

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This home has been in our family for 2 generations, and we want nothing more than to share its beautiful location with other families and groups who can gather together, create memories, and get as much joy from it as we have!

Why they chose this property

Nestled on a wooded dune overlooking Pigeon River, it’s a picturesque nature getaway with activities like hiking, biking, exploring the woods, or kayaking the river, all right in your backyard. Or for folks who prefer a mix of nature and city life, The Retreat House is a quick 10 minute drive from Grand Haven and Holland, MI.

What makes this property unique

The Retreat House is walking distance to a restaurant, a party store, the beach, and 2 boat launches. Miles of the bike paths are accessible right out of the driveway and various hiking trails are just miles away.
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