Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns

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Beautiful home with huge yard, gardens, hammock and firepit - view of the side

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

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Fennville, MI

Butler Street
‪10 min drive‬
Oval Beach
‪15 min drive‬
Silver Lake
‪19 min drive‬
Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest 2 beds

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Guest Bedroom King

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Set on 2.5 acres, this well equipped, sunny and very spacious over 3000 sq ft home with 64 windows and a big yard with fruit, vegetable and flower gardens... plus it's own small salt water heated pool. Lake Michigan is across the street and public Lake Michigan Beach access is just 1-2 miles away at Pier Cove Beach and West Side Park. Famous Oval Beach and beautiful Saugatuck Dunes State Park both 15 minutes away. Walk out the door to enjoy walking or biking along a scenic stretch of Lake Michigan. Relax in a spacious, clean, child friendly home with two large TV's (75" and 65") and a mix of new furniture and antiques and luxury linens. Enjoy the gas fireplace in the living room or the outdoor fire pit on chilly nights. Relax on the 2 decks in the summer and enjoy grilling out by the pool. Super comfortable outdoor furniture and a retractable awning to maximize comfort while you overlook the pool and the beautiful gardens. Pour a glass of wine from the wine/beverage fridge while you cook a meal with local fresh ingredients from our gardens in our super well equipped kitchen. Superior location and totally equipped as a special family retreat ..... very convenient to the towns of Douglas, Saugatuck, South Haven and Holland. Just a few miles from a local blueberry farm, fabulous wineries and u-pick fruit farms. Great For families with young children.... we've got you covered with a pack 'n play, new full crib w non-toxic mattress, baby gates in house, child's pool fence, high chair, toys and games. For older kids and adults there is a new ping pong table in the lower level and lots of family games and puzzles. Fresh eggs from our chickens in the summer you can care for (or not!) Most Guests love that farm experience taking care of them! (optional) Updated Laundry room with newer washer/dryer, new AC, water heater, furnaces, water softeners, basement egress windows, custom closet organizers, updated mud room back entry. Totally renovated guest bathroom in 2023 and new third bathroom in 2024! ! This is our home so we will want renters who will treat it with respect. Host's rental agreement will be emailed to you to read, sign and return to host. Number of guests limit at 8 at any time unless you make arrangements with the owner ahead of your stay. Book your Vacation here and you'll see why most renters come back year after year!

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Anne and Bill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Have crib, pack and play, high chair, baby gates

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No shoes in the house please...no parties or large groups or extra people without asking owner

Please Take care of expensive new furniture, newly refinished real wood floors, etc.

8 person limit unless approved by owner add'l charge of $65.00 pp per night or $25/day Children and infants count towards the limit of 8 (VRBO policy)

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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

Long-term renters welcome

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

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Fennville, MI

What's nearby

Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Butler Street - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
Oval Beach - 15 min drive - 11.2 km
Silver Lake - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 21 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

Holland Station - 21 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Butler - ‬10 min drive
‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
‪What-Not-Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪Corner Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Home, Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Firepit, Close to Beaches Towns located?

This family-friendly Fennville holiday home is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Beery Field. Kalamazoo River and Wade's Bayou Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Minnie B.

8 Sept 2024

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

Perfect Family Vacation

This was the best vacation rental we have ever stayed at, and the rare rental where it is even better in person than in the photos. The house was perfectly equipped for traveling with a small child - from toys and safety gates to thoughtful details like a kneepad for giving baths and children’s dinnerware. Our son absolutely loved it, he had plenty to play with and it gave us plenty of time to relax and enjoy the home! The grounds and gardens are more sprawling than you can see from the pictures, and we loved picking tomatoes, basil and blackberries. With the fresh produce and well stocked kitchen we were able to make many lovely meals at home. The home really stands out because of the thoughtfulness of the owners. Anne and Bill clearly spent a ton of time making this a beautiful and comfortable home for their renters, which is evident from the plush linens, detailed guidebook, essential supplies (cleaning supplies! Bug spray! Portable speaker! S’mores kit!!) and lovely decor. Can’t recommend it enough.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

3 Sept 2024

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

Getaway

Lovely!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandi w.

15 July 2024

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

Everything you need for the perfect stay

We had such a great experience. First of all, Anne, the property owner was great. She was very responsive to all of our questions and requests. She thought of everything you’d need for the perfect stay. You felt as if you were in your own home. The home was very clean, she had lots of towels, pool toys, nice soaps etc. We loved the pool, the gardens were magnificent and the chickens were fun to watch. We’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah B.

1 July 2024

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time with family at Anne and Bill's beautiful home. The layout of the house was really nice and spacious. The pool was a total hit with the kids and the perfect size. The linens and towels were all so nice, and we appreciated the extra fleece blankets around! Our family made many new memories here that we will cherish, and It was so nice to have the backdrop of this home to make them in. Thank you Anne!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky I.

17 June 2024

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

Girls trip!

Six of my girlfriends and I had a lovely time staying at house. The property was beautiful and the house was outstanding. We will for sure all go back! Thanks to Anne and Bill for letting us stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

28 May 2024

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

Amazing trip!

My husband and our two young kids enjoyed our stay so much! Anne and Bill did a great job communicating prior to our arrival. Perfect spot for families with young children - plenty of toys, space, child proofed home. Very well appointed house with all the kitchen and home basics provided. The location is perfect - along a beautiful street that is a joy for long walks with views of the lake and very close to Saugatuck/Douglas. Heated pool was a huge hit with our kids! Already planning our next trip back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

3 Aug 2023

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Amazing

This was a beautiful house, well located and Anne could not have been more attentive. We look forward to going back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

9 July 2023

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

Wonderful week!

We are a family of six — ages ranging from 2 to 75. This home is totally gorgeous and has everything we needed to make our stay one of the best we’ve had. The little ones LOVED the pool and the play room — which was well stocked with toys for them. The beds and baths were luxurious, and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cookware making meal prep easy. The outdoors area is spectacular with lush landscaping and gardens, a fire-pit - and chickens! The location makes it easy to get to the beach and other fun things in the area. We totally enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

1 July 2023

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Made memories

It was amazing l, we enjoyed all this home has to off, especially the fresh eggs.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

17 June 2023

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

Perfect family home!

We loved our "home away from home"! A great location & plenty to do even on a rainy day. Our grandsons (2 & 5) loved the huge playroom/tv room and the pool. And the 5-year-old didn't want to leave the chickens. He rushed to help every time we needed to take care of them. Plenty to do in the area and many kid friendly places!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

28 Aug 2022

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Great house

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The area has lots to do. Great hosts!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgann F.

7 Aug 2022

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

Lovely spot

We had a wonderful time at this home! It was clean, well-stocked, and the pool (while on the smaller side) was lovely! It worked out well for our two families with 3 kids!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rishi M.

24 July 2022

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Great Lake House Vacation

We stayed in this beautiful property for 1 week mid July and our stay was fantastic. Owners were very helpful and responsive. The house itself was great, kids loved the pool. Central location, 10 minute drive to downtown Saugutuck. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

12 July 2022

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Fantastic vacation home!

Our family really enjoyed staying here in June 2022. The house and property are outstanding! The most important aspects for me were how clean the property was and family friendly. I don’t always feel comfortable in rentals and I really felt like this was our second home during our stay. There were so many helpful additions for the kids—baby gates, high chair, crib, and even a play area filled with toys. Our boys had the best time with all the toys, and of course the pool! So nice to go exploring in the morning and relax at the pool in the afternoon. The hosts made the extra effort to make sure we had everything we needed before and during our stay. They left helpful suggestions of places to visit which came in handy since it was our first time in the area. We are definitely considering coming back because we’re not sure this place can be topped!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

5 Nov 2021

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

Relaxing Retreat

I came to the area to visit my daughter at GVSU, to see a friend, and to see Lake Michigan. I rented this place for the bathtubs. The house is immaculate, has everything you need, and suitable for large groups. My daughter and I both enjoyed our baths. There are a couple of small beaches that you can drive to close by. However, there are no walking or running paths nearby and if you want to exercise outside you either have to do it on the road or drive somewhere. The host suggested Saugatuck State Park which is about a 15 minute drive away. It was absolutely lovely and I highly recommend a walk through the forest to the lake. This place is wonderful but a little remote. My GPS actually went offline a couple of times and I got lost a couple of times. I don’t think there are many if any DoorDash options but host said a pizza place does deliver. There is not direct access to Lake Michigan and there is a peekaboo view of Lake from house. There is a wall of windows in front with no shades. My daughter said one bed was so hard she had to switch to the other but the other was fine. I slept in the master bedroom and it was very comfortable. We didn’t use the third bedroom or actually use most of the house but it has a lot of entertaining areas. I checked out a day early due to it being further from Grand Rapids than expected.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

3 Nov 2021

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

Cozy feel with a lot of space

Beautiful home, surprisingly spacious. Well stocked kitchen with anything you might need. Lovely location, very secluded but close to Douglas, Saugatuck and Holland. Perfect retreat if you want all the beauty of the Michigan coast yet privacy for your group.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

19 Oct 2021

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

Perfect retreat!

This spot is exactly as you imagine it to be when you look through the pictures -- a perfect luxurious cozy spot nestled in an absolutely picturesque area of the world. The convenience and comfort of a five-star hotel with the flexibility and privacy of your own home. Worth every cent, particularly if you have young kids as it is equipped to be family friendly. Wish we could have stayed even longer, and hope to return for many years to come. If you are even considering visiting the West coast of Michigan, and you've looked at this home -- do yourself a favor and book this spot. You won't regret it.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie M., Ann Arbor ,mi

19 Oct 2021

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

5 stars all the way

We loved every second even if the weather didn’t cooperate the pool was so fun and our son is still talking about the chickens. The hosts were so accommodating and the home was in immaculate shape. We hope to make this an annual tradition

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

13 Sept 2021

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

Great stay!

We had a great experience at this property for our Labor Day getaway! The owners were incredibly responsive and easy to chat with, especially with questions around COVID before we came. They were very flexible. Feeding and caring for the chickens was SO FUN for the kids, the s’mores kit they left was a nice touch, and they had many supplies needed for cooking, fire pit, etc. would absolutely rent with them again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aimee L.

5 Aug 2021

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

Best Stay Yet

This was our favorite Michigan rental yet! The pool and deck area offered serenity with beautiful views of the trees and garden while we watched the kids play in the pool. The deck furniture was incredibly comfortable and beautiful. The inside had so much room; it was perfect for two families. The decor is so tasteful and inviting. The natural light and gorgeous views of the property were so relaxing and just what we needed. The whole house is well cared for and CLEAN. We enjoyed, too, the little touches: high quality dishes, coffee, a s'mores gift basket, the retractable awning with lights, high quality linens, and incredibly comfortable beds. It felt like a five star hotel experience but with more privacy and much more room! Thanks for an incredible stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

sandra i.

31 July 2021

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

Spectacular vacation home in perfect location!

Our family of 5 adults rented this amazing home July 18-24. We have been renting vacation homes for nearly 20 years. This was our best experience ever! The home is perfectly located with several beaches within a couple of miles. Douglas is a quaint little town. Holland and Saugatuck are just minutes away. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous! Gardens and trees everywhere you look. We've never seen so many butterflies, hummingbirds, entire families of deer. The patio and pool were so relaxing and refreshing. The interior of the home is beautifully decorated with top notch furnishings and appliances. The owners obviously spared no expense in making sure every room is comfortable and inviting. The most equipped kitchen in any rental we've stayed in.The master suite is absolutely gorgeous! We definitely recommend this property and plan on visiting again. Lots of communication and helpful info from the owners. They couldn't have been any nicer. We were treated like family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Anne and Bill

As grandparents, we wanted to created a home that offers lots of fun and wholesome summer activities for kids, families and adults of all ages. This unique home has so much to offer with the gardens and big yard and the pool, multiple public beaches closeby and the proximity to fabulous activities. We love to walk shoreline at West Park or Pier Cove to collect sea glass and rocks. Our older grandchildren love Oval Beach, going to Saugatuck Dunes State Park, biking the great paths, kayaking the rivers closeby, eating the best Deli sandwiches at the Farmhouse Deli, going on the dune buggy ride or a "donut boat" ride. All ages enjoy picking strawberries, peaches and blueberries in season super close-by at Cranes. We love to take our young grandchildren to the Tiny Toy store in Saugatuck and then walk to Kilwin’s for ice cream. I love gardening and have a large vegetable garden and sometimes chickens (all enclosed) in the summer. We have a new ping pong table and many family games and puzzles. We are always working on projects and recently completed the the new fruit and berry garden and the mudroom renovation. The laundry room was remodeled and the new washer and dryer are a pleasure to use ! We expanded pool deck to make more room for new lounge chairs, the poolside dining table and the Weber gas grill. The small heated pool is the best entertainment for children and families! The new outdoor shower is super convenient before and after swimming. There are so many places to explore and fun things to do close by but then again the house is pretty magical and hard to leave! I am an avid cook so have a fully equipped kitchen with high end amenities. This is above and beyond your average rental- it is definitely an upscale experience and very well maintained. It is a private home that is rented occasionally. We limit the number of rentals and people to keep it clean and lightly used and we welcome people who will treat it with the utmost respect.

Why they chose this property

Exceptionally well maintained and managed by owners who want you to have a great experience- this is a cut above your average rental with high end furniture and amenities. Great location - convenient to fun activities for all ages...wineries, dune rides, beach walks, town of Saugatuck, Douglas, South Haven and Holland! Located on one of the nicest roads in Western Michigan. Open floor plan, large spaces, bright and cheery with 62 plus windows allows you to enjoy the outside while inside! You will see lots of deer and nature from the windows. Located with huge yard and so many gardens- and it is a beautiful location with lots of space that is perfect setting for family activities. The private heated pool is small and sparkling clean and heated. We have grandchildren of all ages so the house has baby gates and a baby pool fence, high chair, toys, etc. which we can set up if you have young children. We are always working on the home and recently added custom closet organizers, remodeled the back entry, new window wells and egress windows, new regulation fencing for the pool, updated laundry room and bathrooms. We care that you have a wonderful time on your vacation and work hard to make it a wonderful place for you to spend your vacation time.

What makes this property unique

Pool, beautiful very large yard and multiple fruit and vegetable gardens, amazing location, very clean home with high end appointments. There are multiple spaces you can "hang out"...a living room, a family room and a basement in addition to two indoor dining areas and one dining table outside. We only rent it occasionally and limit the rental occupancy to 8 people to minimize wear and tear and traffic in the home. Purchased in summer 2020 and renovated by retired professionals whose hobby is renovating homes. This is definitely a cut above your typical rental that has old furniture and minimal amenities and is managed by a company . We are grandparents and know how to set it up for visiting families and guests. We offer a more personalized experience and go above and beyond to make it a super place for you. Quite a bit of the furniture and throw carpets are new and some quite expensive so we ask you take your shoes off and wear slippers in the house and to take care to leave the home in great shape. White towels and extra sheets are provided if need to place on furniture to protect from spills from children (or adults!)

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest 2 beds

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Office 1

3 bathrooms

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