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Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland!

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A beach with a clear view of the ocean and a sandy shoreline.
A sandy beach path with grass on either side leading to the ocean.
A wooden staircase leading to a beach area with a wooden railing on the left and right sides.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sandy path and grass on either side.
A wooden deck with benches overlooking a beach and ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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West Olive, MI
  • Place, Zwemer Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Olive Shores County Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirk Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland!

Location, location.....this cottage is right on Lake Michigan and comes with a 100 feet of private soft sand beach!

We are approximately three hours from Chicago or Metro Detroit and located between the popular vacation cities of Holland and Grand Haven. Set in a private and beautiful shoreline neighborhood, this cottage is the perfect destination for your vacation. It offers a great sugar sand beach only Lake Michigan can offer and also a shallow sand lake bottom. You can take long strolls along the shoreline, build sand castles, jump in the lake for a swim or enjoy amazing sunsets on the decks.. It is the perfect place to kick back and relax. You can also find many favorite "things to do" just minutes away..........bike paths, golf courses, restaurants, shopping, movie theaters, walk the Grand Haven board walk and/or enjoy the free musical fountain show every night.

Our magnificent beach is only 60 stair steps away! These pictures, taken in 2021, are representative of the beach front you will enjoy. The cottage accommodates up to eight guests and has four bedrooms.

Rentals through mid August are by week only starting each Saturday. After that the minimum rental period is 3 days.

No pets or smoking on the property are allowed.

The Rowden family has owned this cottage for over 70 years! We know the local area well and try our best to provide guests a perfect vacation. Interested? What questions or information can we help with?

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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
Quiet hours are from 10PM to 8AM. In respect for the other neighbors, we are requesting that you observe these quiet hours.
Campfires and fireworks are not permitted on the property or on the beach at any time. Beach grass is highly flammable and acts as tinder.
The number of people on the property at any given time, including guests, is limited to 8.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2692181vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

West Olive

Located in West Olive, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven State Park. Hot Spot Charters and Dutch Village are also worth visiting. 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 cycling nearby.
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West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Zwemer Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Olive Shores County Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Kirk Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Holland State Park - 16 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 30 min drive - 46.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stable Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mancino's Pizza & Grinders - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rock N Thai - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Cottage With 100ft Private Beach and near Grand Haven and Holland! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zwemer Park and Lake Michigan. Olive Shores County Park and Kirk Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing time. A beautiful well maintained Cottage that shows the love of the family. We had an amazing vacation. I’m sure you will too!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our family vacation (2 parents, 2 in-laws, 3 children aged 6 years, 3.5 years, and 7 months) to Rowden Cottage. We can't say enough good things about it. The host was easy to communicate with, the property was clean and well-stocked, and the lake was beautiful. Being 10 minutes from both Holland and Grand Haven was a plus. For runners, the path along Lakeshore Ave is mostly shaded when traveling north (at least, the first four miles toward Grand Haven). We would certainly consider returning again in a future year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
"It was an absolute pleasure hosting Nate and his family. They treated our home with great care, followed all house rules, and communicated wonderfully from booking to checkout. Highly recommended to other hosts!"
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10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a tranquil area...perfect for relaxing and enjoying the lake, the beach and the incredible sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, amazing view and sandy beach! Dave was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Perfect Week at the Beach

We had a perfect week at Rowden Cottage. The weather was delightful (a nice reprieve from the Texas heat!). The kitchen had everything we needed to eat “at home” and enjoy the view. The beach was beautiful and the view and sunsets were unimaginably breathtaking! Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Perfect get away!

The house was clean and comfortable. We were able to easily cook and grill out, the house has every utensil, pot, pan and dish you could need. (Minimal plastic cups for kids -so maybe bring a few if you have littles under 5) You can’t beat having your own private beach. We immensely enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Relaxing Week

We had a great week at this property. The yard and beach were perfection. The interior was clean and fully functional. There were so many beautiful trees on the property that you did not miss air conditioning, even with the hot weather we had. All 4 bedrooms have two windows for cross breeze. We enjoyed our stay and all agreed that one week was not long enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie P.

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

Old House on Beautiful Private Beach

The location was great! We loved the beach and beautiful outside area. When we arrived the temperatures in the house were extremely warm due to a hot day and closed up house (no AC). After the first day, the temperatures outside and in were much better. The house was well equipped and very homey. The lack of a master bedroom was somewhat disappointing. The owner was very responsive and easy to work with. Overall, we enjoyed this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2023
Thank you Katie for your comments and we were glad you and your family visited us all the way from Missouri! We apologize for your "warm" arrival. If our weather forecast includes rain or we are uncertain of guest arrival times we do close all windows as a precaution. Also, although we don't have a master bedroom, we have pictures of all bedrooms for prospective guests on VRBO. And thank you again for pointing out we have one of the most beautiful views and beaches along Lake Michigan! We hope you enjoyed the amazing sunsets, the breezes coming off the lake and the warm beautiful sandy beaches! Please come visit with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dragos S.

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

One of the best places we stayed in Michigan

This beautiful house was one of the best places we stayed in Mivchigan. This old house is charming. Despite its age, it is very well kept and very clean. From every room downstairs you have sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Also the views from two of the upstairs bedrooms are amazing and you can hear the waves as you fall asleep. The. Decks are amazing (two of them) we enjoyed great sunsets! Finally, the beach! Better than any public beach around! For those that like biking , you can easily explore Grand Haven and Holland by bike from here. We would love to return to this beautiful house. The hosts were amazing and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dave and Pat Rowden

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