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Perfect downtown location

Family-friendly holiday home in Grand Haven

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Sports court
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61574 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Place, Grand Haven Musical Fountain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect downtown location


Back yard redefined to perfection. Quiet leafy neighborhood in charming Old Town, you will be within walking distance just blocks to downtown Grand Haven highlights and attractions; library, Central Park (with live music every Tuesday), downtown shopping district with dining, museums and galleries and Grand Haven's "World's Largest Musical Fountain." Farmers Market, Wednesday and Saturday. The scenic Grand River channel and boardwalk leading out to the Grand Haven State Park and Lake Michigan beach and picturesque light house pier just a stroll away.

2 loft style bedrooms upstairs one on each side of stairs, and both have a privacy curtain, queen with twin beds in each, the back bedroom has a flat screen TV.
The living room is cozy and stylish with a queen sleeper sofa, and can convert it to a master suite with French doors and summer curtain (this is where I would sleep) lay back and watch flat screen TV or listen to Pandora.
The main bathroom is off the living room, custom tiled bathroom with whirlpool tub, walk in fully tiled shower and flat screen TV to watch from anywhere or listen to Pandora, stacked washer/dryer.
1/2 bath near kitchen. Dining room has table to seat 6, sitting area by a window up front. Kitchen island bar height, seats 4, plus plenty of room to hang, TV with sound bar.
Kitchen has Stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, electric stove and dish washer, fully stocked for your convenience, also provided Keurig carafe and single cup coffee maker with coffee and cocoa Pods, blender, microwave, toaster, spices, dishes, glassware, flatware, cooking and grilling utensils, paper and plastic ware, & paper towel.
The kitchen has a slider that opens to an extended one level grey cement patio to sit and have coffee, lunch and dinner, grill out with a 4 burner Weber grill and 6' table with seating. Beautifully landscaped back yard with a cement artsy patio in back having a gas fire table, comfortable cushioned seating and bar with stools.
Shade sail on both patios, just pick your zone for dining and entertainment. Two car driveway parking and legal over night street parking. BACKYARD TOTALLY FENCED IN FOR PETS AND CHILDREN.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
Family friendly
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please inquire if your dog is bigger than a Lab
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke on the deck

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Leave all bedding on bed
Leave door un locked
Put used towels in bath tub
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Haven

Located in Grand Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre. Hackley and Hume Historic Site and USS LST 393 are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Hot Spot Charters and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Star Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Paisley Pig - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Porto Bello - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect downtown location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Perfect downtown location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect downtown location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect downtown location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect downtown location located?

Located in the centre of Grand Haven, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hot Spot Charters, Tri-Cities Historical Museum and Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium. Lake Michigan is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leta U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a perfect location!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful, as always.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carrie thinks of everything. This place is so lovely for a smaller group—the AC kept us cool on hot days and downtown, the harbor, the bakery, Central Park, are all within walking distance. The back yard is so pretty and restful—we ate most of our meals out there, and our little dog loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jon r.

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

Great summer vacation house

Perfect location, great back yard, and the owner was a pleasure to deal with!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Great place

Exceeded expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Short walk to downtown!

Very happy with our stay. Nice house/yard and short walk to downtown Grand Haven!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody K.

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

Wonderful Home Away From Home

This was a wonderful place to stay! The entire place was so clean and everything was in place to make you feel right at home! It was just a short walk to downtown Grand Haven and easy to access main roads to visit other towns. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Nice stay!

Walking distance to downtown. Backyard was great and perfect since we brought our dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie K.

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

Grand Haven getaway

Great rental! Everything you would need, even beach towels and beach chairs! Close to downtown and beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Traci J.

Great house

This is a perfect little gem to stay in. We had a great long weekend for baseball at this house. Easy walk to downtown Grand Haven and has all the amenities you need when away from home. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bernard T.

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

Great VRBO

Everything about the home was first rate! I have stayed in many VRBO/AB&B around the world and this was the best thought through of any. Spotless and Carrie was an excellent host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

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

quick getaway

This is now our 3rd or 4th time here. We feel so comfortable at this house. Being able to bring our dog is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carey B., Gladwin, USA

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

Excellent getaway

The owner was a very thoughtful and very easy to connect with. Everything was perfect. Excellent location and such a beautiful home. I would definitely recommend this home to vacation in!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary L.

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

Relaxing and fun getaway

We loved staying at the Terra Cotta Pearl! Our stay included myself, my husband, 2 children and our dog. The space was clean and inviting and the beds were comfortable, which is a big plus in my book! We never lacked for any amenities, finding everything we needed to feel at home. The location was superb - close to all the downtown shops and restaurants. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

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

Great Location and House!

We absolutely love staying at Carrie's house. This was our second visit and we are already talking about scheduling our stay at the same location for next year. She has everything you need for your stay, is a wonderful host, and the location is perfect. It's a great house for anyone traveling with kids or dogs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N., United States

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

Quaint home

Beautiful backyard, well maintained. Home was completely stocked with anything you might need during stay. Home nice decor, very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

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

Love it Here!

We can't say enough good things about this house and our stay in Grand Haven. The location is located within walking distance of downtown and an easy drive to the beach. We love the updates to the kitchen and enjoy spending time in the backyard. Our six year old daughter and dog love it here as well. This was our third time staying at Carrie's and fourth time in Grand Haven - we love it so much, we plan to return again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette V.

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

Great house in a great location!

This house has been renovated from top to bottom and is very clean, which made us feel right at home. In all of my trips, I've never rented a house as well-stocked as this one. We also appreciated the helpful labels on lights and such. The backyard was so pretty and so relaxing. I only wish we had more time to enjoy it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

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

Vacation

Our 2nd time here. We love it. Carries communication is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kris g.

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

Grand Haven charmer

Cozy, cute and charming. Owner thought of every detail. Delightful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

Great Getaway

We truly enjoyed the rental property. Clean, great vibe, very accessable and super easy to relax and chill. Her back yard is super chill and provides enough space for all to relax and enjoy! Carrie is an awsome host going above and beyond to keep us comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

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

Our family had a great time!

Just as advertised. All ammenities included in this property to make for an easy stay. My kids, and dog, loved the back yard. I would recommend this home to anyone. Thanks Carrie!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenna H.

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

Perfect place!

Carrie’s place was absolutely perfect! She has the house fully stocked and clean! It was the perfect little oasis for relaxing! Our labradoodle loved the yard and his freedom walking around in the space! So close to downtown- just a few minutes to walk! We’ve already booked for next year and looking forward to it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Beautiful space

The property is in a great location to enjoy the highlights of Grand Haven. Beautiful updated kitchen with all needed supplies. Would have preferred a coffee pot rather than Keurig only, but it was sufficient. Lots of sleeping space! Both bathrooms on level one, making it a little longer trip at night. Beautiful outdoor space for gatherings. Overall, a great place to stay while visiting the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

A great family vacation, where the owner thought of everything

We had an amazing few days in Grand Haven. The house was immaculately clean and comfortable. The owner thought of everything- from comfy beds, well planned outdoor space, and family games. The backyard is fenced, which we did not realize but were delighted to find as we brought our dogs and this made them more comfortable. She also provided blankets, chairs, a barbeque, and was a great communicator. The house is a few blocks away from downtown, which made for a quiet night's sleep and easy access to restaurants and fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carrie Frifeldt

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I grew up in Grand Haven 4 blocks from Terra Cotta Pearl, moved to Florida and Chicago then came home to Grand Haven to start my business Chadko, LLC in 2000. I purchased the house in 2007 and started renovating, each year it got better and better, a great improvement for the neighborhood. People walking and driving by compliment me every day. I love my house and want to share it for the Summers so more people can enjoy it. I will be living with my mother a short distance away and I can walk to my shop from there. You will see in my house what we make at Chadko, enclosure kits and shelving liners for wire shelves.

Why they chose this property

I purchased this house because I love being so close to the downtown area, I can walk to everything. Also I am an artist and the house was fun to make it what it is today, very comfortable and Feng shui

What makes this property unique

I love to live in the back yard, I have my tranquil privacy or can sit on the back table and people watch, have pit fires and enjoy the breeze, people watch.

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