Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland
Holland, Josephine County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland Relax with the entire family at this peaceful retreat with beach access to the shore of Lake Michigan right in your back yard. Built by the president of Chris-Craft in the 50's, this home was constructed to look and feel like the cabin of a ship. Fully updated, it still retains its rich history & unique features. Located ju...
Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland Relax with the entire family at this peaceful retreat with beach access to the shore of Lake Michigan right in your back yard. Built by the president of Chris-Craft in the 50's, this home was constructed to look and feel like the cabin of a ship. Fully updated, it still retains its rich history & unique features. Located just north of Holland, you are close to all of the attractions that bring families to the area... beaches, trails, shops, and dining. The backyard offers a huge space for family fun with a stunning backdrop of Lake MI, a beautiful deck, and 60 stairs that give private access to the lakeshore.Enjoy your visit to Holland in our single-story, fully renovated lakeshore cottage. There are five bedrooms, a full kitchen, dining area, family room, 2 full bathrooms, laundry room and a four-season sun porch. We offer an open floor plan that allows groups to gather in comfort and style.BEDROOMSGroups of up to 10 people can sleep comfortably in our home. There are 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen-size beds and 3 bedrooms with built-in bunk beds in each. All bed and bathroom linens are provided. Upper bunks will have fresh linens at the foot of each bed. All lower bunks and queen beds will be dressed with fresh linens. BATHROOMS & LAUNDRYThere are two full bathrooms in the house – both are located off of the main hallway and are shared among the five bedrooms. They are fully remodeled and have walk in showers. We've got you covered with towels, soap, hair dryers, makeup mirrors and iron/ironing board. There’s a washer and dryer in the main floor laundry room complete with detergent in case you need it!RELAX AND CHILLThe family room has ample comfortable seating and a 50-inch Smart TV that has streaming access for Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, etc. (with your own logins). We have a large four-season sun porch and rear patio with Adirondack chairs and fire pit for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful lake views and sunsets. We have a deck at the edge of the sand dune to enjoy the stunning views as well. Of course, walking the beach of Lake Michigan is the favorite pass-time for many and you can access the beach by the deck stairs (approximately 60 steps) in our back yard. DINING INThe fully-stocked kitchen has all of the essentials to cook and enjoy meals together. There's a refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender, cookware, dishes, utensils, drinking glasses, wine glasses, wine opener and more. We’ve also provided a standard 14-cup AND a single cup Keurig coffee maker with a starter supply of coffee & sweeteners as we know how important this morning ritual is. The dining table off of the kitchen and family room makes mealtime cozy and fun. WORK If you're in town for work or just need to stay caught up on email, rest assured we've got high-speed WiFi and two laptop friendly workspaces for your use – on the sun porch and in the family room. FAMILIES WELCOME Families are always welcome in our home! The washer & dryer will certainly come in handy. We also have a basket of toys and some board games to add to your family fun!ACCESSWe have a keypad entry for easy check-in with a unique access code for your stay. Guests have private access to the entire house. Your host is just a text or call away and we will respond immediately if you have a question or need anything during your stay. PARKINGThere is ample parking on the driveway circle and in front of our garage. Please DO NOT PARK OR DRIVE ON THE GRASS as our septic system is spread throughout the front yard area.IMPORTANT DETAILSStandard check-in time is 4 - 9 PM, and check-out is 10 AM. In some cases it may be possible to arrange an earlier check-in or later check-out if we can accommodate.Our maximum occupancy is firm and we cannot accommodate groups larger than 10.Our home is on a narrow lot and we must ask you to respect the people living on either side of us. NO LOUD NOISE after 10 PM, NO PARTIES, NO EXCEPTIONS.We have security cameras on the exterior of the home. There are—of course—no cameras or recording devices inside the home. We have a strict NO PETS policy. We care about our community and love our neighbors! We are proud to offer a living wage to all service personnel who assist in running our property. We abide by all local and state regulations governing short-term rentals, including the remittance of related taxes.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
Entertainment
- Games
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Beachfront
- Waterfront
- Beach
- Lake
- Lake view
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
General
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Primary guest must be present during the entire stay. : Primary guest must be present during the entire stay.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Holland
Located in Holland, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Saugatuck Dunes State Park. Dutch Village and Sundae Sundae Golf Golf are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Tunnel Park 6 min drive
- Holland State Park 8 min drive
- Dutch Village 10 min drive
- Hope College 11 min drive
- New Holland Brewing 11 min drive
Getting around
- Holland Station 16 min drive
- Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) 39 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 9 min drive
- Beechwood Grill 10 min drive
- James Street Inn Restaurant & Catering 8 min drive
- Playa 9 min drive
- Captain Sundae 10 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stunning Lake Views ~ Historic Peaceful Retreat Only 10 Minutes to Holland located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holland cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tunnel Park. Tunnel Park Beach and Ottawa Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).