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Two great towns, one great location

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Welcome to Heavener Hill
New lower level walk out with secluded sitting area.
outside patio and grill area
fire pit
Fire pit fun

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Holland, MI
  • Laketown Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Full sleeper

1 Double Futon

Queen sleeper

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Two great towns, one great location

Welcome to Heavener Hill, your nature filled relaxation destination.
At Heavener Hill your vacation can be as fun filled or as relaxing as you wish. We are centrally located between Holland and Saugatuck offering both charming towns within a few minutes’ drive, including shopping, beaches, restaurants, bars, go karts, dunes rides, and much more. The house is located in Lake Town Township. A very quaint area that includes 7 local parks that allow splendid nature walks, play areas, catch and release fishing, Frisbee golf, and much more. About a quarter of a mile down the road is the spacious bike path that leads to Saugatuck or Holland, depending on which way you head. The path is great for family bike rides, walks and running.
At Heavener Hill you have privacy on 10 acres that include a generous yard for room to play those memory making games of football, ladder ball or corn hole (which are waiting for you during your stay) and some great woods for your peaceful walks or your little explorers. For those nights of roasting marshmallows or a couple drinks around the fire, please enjoy our fire pit. No worries, we have plenty of wood for your time with us. While enjoying the outdoor seating area, you may spy some great nature. We commonly see humming birds, bluebirds, squirrels, chipmunks, but will also turkey, deer, fox, hawks, and the occasional bald eagle. There is plenty of outside parking as well.

In 2017, we lifted the 1890 house and added a lower level. It was an amazing process and we hope you enjoy it. It includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, and kitchenette with microwave and dishwasher. Heavener Hill has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The upstairs bedrooms consists of 1 queen, 1 full, bunk beds with a pull out trundle. There is also a queen pull out, full pull out and futon. In the lower level, we have 2 queen bedrooms and a queen pull out. The baths include tub/shower combo upstairs, shower with bench downstairs and a tub/shower combo downstairs. All the towels and linens are provided. All you need to bring is a beach towel. We have all the amenities you will need for an amazing get away, especially with our fully equipped kitchen, outdoor eating area, large yard, and memories waiting to be made.

Property manager

Diana Heavener-Robertson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Smoking is allowed outside the home.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Holland

Located in Holland, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Holland Community Aquatic Center and Craigs Cruisers. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • Laketown Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Butler Street - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Oval Beach - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Holland State Park - 17 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 17 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Captain Sundae - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Deboer Bakkerij South - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Playa - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two great towns, one great location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two great towns, one great location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two great towns, one great location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Two great towns, one great location located?

This family-friendly Holland holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Farview Nature Park and Lake Michigan. Laketown Beach and Saugatuck Dunes State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

Vacation Heaven and Heavener Hill Farm

This property was perfect for our family vacation. The spacious house offered us time together and also privacy when we wanted. The separation of the bedrooms allowed the grand children to sleep while the adults continued to socialize. The fire pit was wonderful and the view of the stars exceptional. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed or wanted. Who could ask for more?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keri M.

just what we were looking for!

Diana was so kind and helpful to work with. Our reservation was made just the day before our arrival, and she was so accommodating in making it happen! We loved the quiet setting and plenty of room to hang out together on the porch. The enclosed back porch was also nice. The sunset at Lakeside Beach was breath-taking! And the free range eggs and cookies were a nice gesture! Would love to stay longer next time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D., Atlanta, GA

Great Property for Families

Stayed for several days with my sister and her family and loved our time here. The home was clean, well maintained, and spacious. Several outdoor areas to sit and relax including a nice fire pit. Beds were comfortable and bedrooms had an air conditioner to cool rooms during Summer months. Great location near Holland and local beaches, only about a mile from the Laketown park at Lake Michigan with large dunes. Diana was great to work with and was super helpful in answering all our questions. Would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

dominique b.

Great Christmas House

We rented Diana's home for our annual Christmas get together. It was a great spot that accommodated our group of 10. The property is quite nice and we got to celebrate in a white Christmas. Diana was very responsive and accommodating, even setting up their Christmas tree for us! Be aware though given it's location internet/WiFi can't handle streaming. Bring your favorite DVD's! Even with that, we would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Tranquil, Charming House with Huge Yard - Perfect for Children

My family including our twin toddlers had such a fabulous time at Heavener Hill. The house was large and very clean. Diana was wonderful to work with and had fresh farm eggs and a plate full of cookies waiting for us upon our arrival. Our absolute favorite feature of the property was the enormous yard, deck, and porch swing. We live in the city of Chicago, so our toddlers were ecstatic to be able to run all over and at will. We hope to return next summer. It is a lovely place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

This place was perfect!!

We had such a wonderful time at Heavener Hill. We have never stayed at a rental place with so many personal touches. We enjoyed the fresh farm eggs and chocolate chip cookies. It was so well stocked in the kitchen as well as in the new addition. The new addition is beautiful. We enjoyed the fire pit and making S'mores. Holland and Saugatuck are fun little areas to go within a short drive. The owners were available and very helpful. Overall we had a great week. I would recommend Heavener Hill to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MaryJo P., Whitmore Lake

Relaxing Vacation Retreat

Great family vacation. Everything is here for your home away from home. Very clean and well stocked. The property is peaceful with nice sitting areas and a place to gather around a campfire. Several Lake Michigan beaches close by. A Disk Golf course only 3 1/2 miles away. Cute shops and local attractions. There is a wonderful biking/walking path within a half mile of the house that leads to Holland or Saugatuck. Diana welcomed us with a bowl of eggs from her chickens and a plate of delicious cookies. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne & Darrel W., New Berlin

A very lovely big home on a large wooded private property.

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend at Heavener Hill. We arrived to find a plate of cookies and fresh eggs in the fridge. This very spacious home really allowed our 4 couples to enjoy their rooms and all the common spaces. The kitchen lacked nothing. It was just like being at home. The pluses were games, grille with charcoal, fire pit and convenient location. It would be a great family reunion rental and great for kids. Also, Diana was very responsive to questions about booking and questions while we were on property. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne O.

Clean, spacious, and great location

Diana was a great host - she provided a very clean and well-equipped home that provided lots of room for our family group of 8 adults, 4 young children and an infant. Plus, she was very responsive to any needs/requests we had. The upstairs kitchen was very well equipped including a large refrigerator; the lower kitchenette had a small refrigerator that we used for drinks. Plenty of parking, great toys inside for the kids, inside and outside seating, fire pit area were all assets. We love Lake Michigan, so were pleased that Laketown Beach was just 2 miles to the west, and was a great little beach (with a fun hike from the limited parking area to/from even with the littles). Most of our outings were there or to see extended family, but the whole area has much to offer - a great location! Thanks, Diana - the little ones call it Heaven-or-hill :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

lisa m., Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN !!

We stayed at this house for 4 nights, and it was very enjoyable. (Homemade cookies on the kitchen table for our arrival) Thank you Diana!! The house itself is quite large, with a large eat in kitchen, and nice size patio at the side of the house to have your BBQ outside. It is kept very clean, but the furniture and decor could use some updating. We were a family of 5 and had lots of room, but the only downfall, was having to share one bathroom, so "hurry up" was said quite a lot for those 5 days!! I believe Diana had said they are working on putting another one in sometime in the future. There is plenty to do in the town of Holland, and I would also recommend the city of Grand Haven. They have a cute town, and a harbour with a waterfront with many boats. We also took a 2 1/2 hour drive to see Chicago in one day!! Take the hop on, hop off bus and see the windy city!! All in all, we had a great time at Heavener Hill, and would suggest you give it a try!!

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Wonderful Getaway! Great house with lots of extras provided!

Where do I begin?? Diana was always very quick to answer any and all communications. The property was EXACTLY as advertised and the pictures did not do it justice as the house was immaculate! We had a party of 9 which included myself, my wife, my 23 yr old twin boys, my 14 yr old twin boy and girl, one of my older son's girlfriend and each of my younger ones brought a friend. With the 2 levels, we were able to spread out when needed but living rooms on each level were big enough for us all when wanted to be together. There were enough bedrooms where everyone had plenty of room to sleep as well. With the sofa sleepers, we could have had a few more people there as well. We enjoyed a night out by the fire and the kids liked the rope swings. They could not find the paths down by the telephone poles but that was okay. Charcoal, lighter fluid provided made cooking out a breeze. The large table in the kitchen allowed us all to eat together which was very nice. The kids played board games they brought from home and also card games with the cards provided. My wife and I enjoyed the sitting area located off the kitchen for reading and talking in the beautiful Michigan weather. The location was close to everything as Holland and Saugatuck/Douglas were within a 15 min drive. We enjoyed downtown Holland and their activities (we had been there 2 years ago) but made our first venture to Saugatuck on this trip. We LOVED Saugatuck with its beauty and nice shops. Although the weather was only in low to mid 70's while we were there, it remained dry for a couple of days so we enjoyed a day at Oval Beach. It was less crowded due to the weather so that was a plus. It was a brisk 58 degrees in water but we went in anyway. It was sunny enough to get a few mild sunburns (LOL). All in all, the only bad thing is we didn't stay longer up here in Michigan. I would DEFINITELY recommend this property to friends and family (which I already have) and anyone who wants to be close to things but yet a little bit out by yourself. Thanks again to Diana for opening up this home and the many things provided both in the house and outside of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

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

Beautiful & convenient location

The house was perfect for our group of 12! Everyone had a bed to sleep on and the house never felt cramped or crowded. The location was beautiful and super convenient. We were able to visit the beach and downtown Saugatuck without having to drove very far! Thanks for the great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin S.

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

Holland weekend

House was very clean and Diana was great to work with.

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Great place

It is a great place to stay. Close to Holland. The house is very comfortable. Room for everyone. Will come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

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

Highly would recommend this property!

We had a group of adults staying in town for a wedding. The property was secluded enough that we didn’t have to worry about keeping late hours and was also an easy and quick drive into town. The photos of the property don’t do it justice! We were greeted with farm fresh eggs and homemade cookies which was perfect considering we all were coming in from a last minute 10 hour drive due to cancelled flights. During our 2nd night the power went out due to a storm (all of Holland lost power, which rarely happens) and Diana was great to message us and make sure we were ok. The house was very spacious for us 5 couples with plenty of room for us to settle. This was a true home away from home and I would definitely stay again next time I’m in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

We had a blast!

The house was beautiful and clean and had so much space. My wedding party stayed here the weekend of my wedding, and we enjoyed every moment at the house. We were welcomed with a plate of delicious cookies and a bowl of fresh eggs in the fridge, which we enjoyed for breakfast one morning. The finished basement was gorgeous! Thanks again - We highly recommend Heavener Hill!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

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

Great Family location!

Plenty of room for all the family. Great facilities, really enjoyed the outside areas, fire pit, seating areas and woods.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chantal J.

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

Great vacation!!!

Perfect house for our family vacation. Large property with trees, outdoor seating and rope swings. Comfortable rooms and plenty of restrooms for a family of six. Close 5 minute drive to the Michigan lake. Beautiful home! Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melvin H., Bad Axe

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

Lovely home away from home

Diana was a great host We had everything that we needed. There was a nice surprise welcome package waiting for us when we arrived. The place was very clean. There was a little storm our last night and she called to make sure everything was fine. We are recommending this home to our family and friends. Thank you The Hass Family

10/10 Excellent

jowita p.

Great house in a great location

One of the best homes and home owners I’ve ever worked with! We had an amazing stay on our long weekend The house had everything we needed Very clean comfortable and cozy Hope to visit again next year
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Very lovely spacious comfortable home!

We had a wonderful time. Felt very welcome by the owner. Homemade cookies on arrival were nice! The house was very clean and spacious. All of the amenities were available. We had nice cozy feeling in the housel for Thanksgiving. The lower level was awesome. The men enjoyed watching football down there away from the women. !Lol! Overall very nice accommodations! Wouldn't mind returning for another family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

We so enjoyed our stay at Heavener Hill! We will come back again for sure!

Great layout, especially for large groups and families with small children. Lots to do, and area to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Al L.

The location was perfect for us and our host Diana did everything to make our stay memorable.

The house was very roomy and clean. Diana, our hostess, thought of every amenity plus added a plate of cookies and a bowl of fresh eggs to welcome us. We would not hesitate to rent Heavner Hill in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence R.

Truly a home away!

Our stay was so comfortable. Love the newly upgraded first floor. Full of amenities. We were welcomed to the home with an excellent plate of chocolate chip cookies and farm fresh eggs in the fridge. Really an amazing touch. We wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heidi T.

Wonderful family weekend

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovey home. The property is beautiful for large groups, complete with a fire pit for s’mores and scary stories! Lots of space inside with a nicely equipped kitchen. If you want to experience the area, this is a perfect location, close to beaches, Saugatuck and Holland. Thanks to Diana for a wonderful time! It felt like “home!”
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Diana Heavener-Robertson

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Heavener Hill is located at 6362 142nd Avenue Holland MI 49423.​ Heavener Hill was brought to the public in 2013 but was brought to life many years ago. My name is Diana Heavener-Robertson. I am a lifetime resident of the area. In fact, Heavener Hill is my childhood home. Approximately 125 years ago Heavener Hill was the home of Swedish immigrants that started a turkey farm. When those immigrants pass away, their son sold the property in 1968 to Dennis and Jan Heavener, my parents. My childhood, many family and friends gatherings, and great memories were all part of this property. I married my husband Kent Robertson in 2002. Our first son Eli was born in 2005 and our second son Aden was born in 2007. My mother, Jan, passed in 2005 and my father, Dennis, in 2013. I just could not see selling this home and beautiful property. I wanted to see other families to be able to make great memories here also. With the help of my uncle, husband, and sons, we bring to you Heavener Hill.

Why they chose this property

Heavener Hill has much to offer. It allows you the tranquility of the country, the adventure of the woods, seclusion, biking/running paths, few minutes drive to both Holland and Saugatuck, centrally located to beaches, towns, grocery stores, shopping, parks, hiking trails, and memories.

What makes this property unique

Heavener Hill has a very large yard. It is great for football, soccer, Frisbee and other fun. We have plenty of parking, A newly constructed lower level with still keeping the original houses 1890 structure. With 10 acres, fire pit, and creek you are sure to make some memories.

Languages:

English