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The Carriage House on Lake Michigan

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Exterior
A house with a stone exterior and a porch with a potted plant.
A house with a covered porch, a potted plant, and a stone wall.
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Place, Agnew Roadside Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rosy Mound Natural Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirk Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

The Carriage House on Lake Michigan

This quiant Lake Michigan property is the perfect place for a Grand Haven get-away! Located just 5 miles south of downtown Grand Haven it boasts not only a beautiful view of Lake Michigan but also beach access! Enjoy its two bedrooms and one bath. The carriage house comes with a well equipped kitchen and a private deck with a grill and a view! Relax with a king size bed and two extra long twin beds. (which can be set together to make another king)

June -September requires a Saturday-Saturday stay.

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 # 1705866vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carriage House on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Carriage House on Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Carriage House on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Carriage House on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Carriage House on Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grand Haven guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Palomita Reserve and Agnew Roadside Park. Rosy Mound Natural Area and Kirk Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Carriage House on Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great stay

Great stay in Grand Haven, cottage was great, very well setup.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

shayna l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and lovely home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous spot to spend a little bit of relaxation time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Therese V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at The Carriage House! Everything was just as we could have hoped for - well appointed, incredibly clean, fantastic location. And Melissa and Bob are such gracious hosts!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Perl P.

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

We love Michigan

We loved our vacation in Grand Haven and enjoyed everything about it. I would endorse both the accomodations and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

A Week at The Carriage House

The Carriage House is wonderful - we had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Fall lake vacation

We had a fabulous stay at the Carriage House and were also fortunate to have weather that allowed us to enjoy the beautiful beach, deck views and sunsets!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marky T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, the hosts provided a clean, comfortable well-equipped cottage for our stay. Wonderful beach location, quiet, beautifully appointed, ample parking, this is truly a favorite destination of mine. In fact, I have already booked for 2026!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marissa S.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our young family had a wonderful time at the carriage house. Melissa and Bob are excellent hosts. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

4 day get away

We absolutely love this property. Beautiful, spacious, great view, great beach access, incredible sunsets. Can't wait to book our next stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view of Lake Michigan. Clean and well cared for rental property. Great communication with the owner. Easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Spectacular Place with Breathtaking Views of Lake Michigan.

Incredible Host with one of the cleanest well appropriated VRBOs we have ever encountered. Everything was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Vacation

Perfect place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten K.

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

Perfect stay

We were very impressed with this lovely home. It was exceptionally clean and well appointed! So appreciated because it allows for more relaxation. Easy access to the beach and lots of fun things to do in Grand Haven. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great Stay Again

Wonderful once again. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Perfect!

The Carriage House is so charming, so clean, really perfect for our mother/daughter getaway. The owners Melissa and Bob are wonderful hosts:). Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

A Great Place!

My husband and I stayed at the Carriage House and had such a great week! The place was pleasant, bright, and very comfortable. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen, the gas grill, and access to the host's deck and private beach. Hoping to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

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

Perfect

Beautiful location and property. Extremely well appointed, clean and comfortable. Hosts are welcoming, helpful and generous. We hope to make The Carriage House our Michigan destination in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Warren R.

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

Perfect getaway

The Carriage House was just perfect for our anniversary getaway. The house was very well appointed and Melissa was a top notch host. Even though the weather wasn't great the entire time, we found plenty of things to do in the area. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Delightful Carriage House with Lake Michigan access

Spent five days at this lovely property. Everything was amazing, spacious for two but could sleep four easily. Beautiful setting as part of a beautiful Lake Michigan estate. Access to the lake and a beach if you wanted. Close to American Dunes golf course and loads of road biking. Great location to explore West Michigan.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

Lake Michigan Cottage

Melissa & Bob, We enjoyed are stay at your lovely lake cottage very much. It was very comfortable, clean, and right on the lake. It was perfect for us, and a great spot to explore the coast as well. They were also kind enough to leave us some local "goodies". Thank you for sharing your lovely Carriage House.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

The Carriage House is FIRST RATE

This is a lovely property on Buchanan Beach in Grand Haven. The cottage is clean, just a stone's throw from the beach (you can see the water from the back porch and the rear windows), and fully equipped. First rate in every way! Cannot wait to return!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marky T.

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

Perfect, as always

This is my third year staying at the Carriage House. Melissa and Bob are wonderful, gracious hosts and the property itself is perfect! Great location, beautifully furnished, high end everything! Melissa thinks of everything to make her guests comfortable. I love it so much I'm already booked for 2024!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marky T.

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

Always a pleasure!

The carriage house is a perfect beach getaway for me. The gracious hosts think of everything you could possibly need. The house is clean, comfortable and wonderfully appointed. I’ve stayed there several times and it has become my home away from home. I’m almost reluctant to give a glowing review because I don’t want other people to swipe my time there, but it really is that great! If you want a quiet beach getaway in Grand Haven, away from the crowds, traffic and parking hassles, this is the place!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

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