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Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now.

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A single-story house with a porch, surrounded by a wooden fence and lush greenery.
A yellow house with a number 2162, a door with a screen, a potted plant, and a white chair with an orange cushion.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and greenery.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and an American flag.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a barbecue grill, and an American flag.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Fennville, MI
  • Place, Saugatuck Brewing Company
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Star Antique Pavilion
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now.

Charming, quaint Lake Michigan cottage with private beach access. Located in Ganges township on scenic Lakeshore Drive in a lovely wooded setting just 100 yards from Lake Michigan. The resort village of South Haven is 12 miles to the south and Saugatuck/Douglas 7 miles to the north. Available for rent May through October. Please check calendar for minimum nights required.
The cottage is approximately 800 Square feet with a 8x10 deck, perfect for a couple or a small family. There is a large living area with peaked wood plank ceiling ,kitchen, bath and 2 bedrooms that sleep a maximum of 4. All linens except beach towels are furnished. There is a wall furnace and a new 15,000 btu window air conditioner in the LR area. Wi-Fi and cable TV are available.
An easy stroll down a gravel path takes you to stairs that access the beach. There are two stairway options, stone steps to a lower deck and then on to the beach or easier wooden stairs to the north of the stone steps. See photos of both. Just to the south of us is West Side County Park and to the north more private beach. Our beach is marked private property though Michigan law does permit "shore walkers." Please note the private beach is shared with the owners ( two old retired folks) and our family. After several years of high water on Lake Michigan the Lake levels are lower and we are again blessed with a great wide beach! We do provide beach chairs and umbrella.

The Saugatuck/Douglas and South Haven area has many choices for dining, shopping, boating, golfing, theater and other vacation and cultural activities.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Pleased advise us if you are expecting guests.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs only. Pet fee of $75.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you are expecting day visitors we would like to know how many ahead of time.
Ground fires in the woods are NOT permitted. Beach fires are just fine.
Please hose off sand after being on the beach. There is a hose on the deck of the bluff cottage and one by your front door.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 996806
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
Note from host: Pleased advise us if you are expecting guests.
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
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

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Brewing Company - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Blue Star Antique Pavilion - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Kalamazoo Lake - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Butler Street - 9 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan cottage private beach. Book your fall getaway now. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Virtue Cider are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Marsha Burd

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Steve and Marsha in 1979 moved "back" to Michigan where we first met in 1970. We were thrilled to buy the property that was once owned by Steve's Grandfather which included our home and our rental cottage. We have rented the cottage for over 40 years and it has been a delight to meet the hundreds of vacationers that have rented our property over the years. The cottage has seen many updates since the beginning when it was truly rustic. Many of our weeks are booked a year ahead of time by the all our "returnees." We hope that you too can start to make many memories at "Burd's Cottage."

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