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Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park.

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The beach May 2023.
Commanding views to North and South.
Beach
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Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Montague, MI
  • Electric Forest
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Gold Rush Water Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Michigan's Adventure
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park.

Lake Michigan beachfront property with amazing views and 100 feet of private beach. Enjoy spectacular sunsets and pristine sandy beaches at our newly refurnished cottage adjacent to Flower Creek Dunes Nature preserve and Meinert Park, a favorite spot for kite boarders. Our cottage is in an ideal location at the end of a cul-de-sac with a large deck that provides commanding views of Lake Michigan and a low bluff for easy access to the beach and the large dunes of Meinert Park. Fiber internet if you can't quite leave work at home. Don't miss the charming towns of Montague and Whitehall, a short 10 minute drive, where you'll find shopping, breweries, golf, and a thriving art scene. All of this just a short 55 mile drive from Grand Rapids.

Property manager

Ty Van Wingen

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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
No fires or fireworks of any kind (including Sparklers) are permitted inside or outside of the property.
Stay off the cottage's dune because it causes erosion (stay on deck, steps, and beach). The public park dunes are 100 ft. from the property.
Prior to check-out, please wash all dishes, return all beach equipment (beach chairs, toys, etc.) to deckbox/original location.

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

About the area

North America

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Montague, MI

What's nearby

  • Electric Forest - 25 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - 25 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Gold Rush Water Park - 30 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 32 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Stony Lake - 33 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sawyer's Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Twisters Ice Cream - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Villa Venafro Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Big John's Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's Pub - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yay the beach! Lake Michigan beach front cottage, adjacent to dunes & park. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan, Huron-Manistee National Forest and Medbury Park. World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park and Bygone Basics are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Yay The Lake!

Perfect Michigan stay. Love this cottage and the location is perfect. Cottage is lovely and comfortable and very well appointed. Owners are clearly experienced and professional property managers. Extra stars for all the attention to details including high quality beach chairs, SUPs, kayaks, comfortable beds and nice linens. Thank you Ty and Michele for another perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nan D.

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

Yay! The Beach

Our family loved it and the beach was awesome. Grandkids played every day and the views! Definately will be back 😎
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

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

Perfect

This week could not have been better. The cottage and location were perfect for making family memories. Games on the beach, in the water, or on the deck brought all ages together. Sunsets were gorgeous and paddle boats a new delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

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

Amazing weekend by the lake

Even better than the photos, the view was amazing and we liked the decor. The house felt cozy but with plenty of space. We were 3 adults a teenager and a child, so not easy to please all ages. The direct beach access was great, and the spacious decking was safe for the 6 year old with room to eat, relax and play corn hole. The welcome basket was a treat and there were lots of thoughtful touches, loads of toiletries, towels and bedding. Fully equipped kitchen, and lots of board games and beach toys. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

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

Magical week on the shores of Lake Michigan

The house was perfectly situated at the end of a cul de sac right next to the park. The park has wide beaches and large sand dunes without too many people. It was a perfect week at the lake for my family. The house had canoes, paddle boards, beach chairs, a hammock, and a grill. We used them all. We played spikeball every night as the sun was setting over the lake. The view was fabulous. We watched boats going by and thunderstorms coming across the lake. The house was a great mix of rustic with amenities. We loved our stay. Montague and Whitehall are 15 minutes away with great amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C., Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

Yay The Beach

We had a wonderful week at the beach with our children and their families. The beach is so private and easily accessible down the stairs. Everyone in our group with ages ranging from 4 to 70 had a great time. In addition to the excellent swimming and "sand-castling" there are kayaks available and great trails behind the house on the woods or up dunes with majestic views. The house was very clean and comfortable with all the amenities we needed. The view from the deck was always being enjoyed by someone. Two TVs helped the kids relax after hours in the lake. The bedrooms were all comfortable. Check out the cute farm/artist market in town on Saturday mornings. We had the need to contact the host one time and I think he responded within 5 minutes and helped us immediately. Check in and check out was easy. We all agree we would like to come back again. Thank you, The Chases
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

Amazing location and home!

Ty was an excellent host, very helpful throughout. The home is in a stunning location and very comfortable to stay with all amenities as advertised. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniele L.

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

Great experience

clean place, perfectly located, great responsive host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ty Van Wingen

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Your host, Ty Van Wingen is a realtor and broker at Greenridge Realty in East Grand Rapids. His dad built the Lost Valley Beach House in 1978 and Ty spent much of his childhood there. Ty's wife, Michele Venegas, also spent a lot of time in the Lost Valley and Grey Dunes area, and we are delighted to be able to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

This location is unbeatable. Out of your doorstep you'll find miles of walkable beaches, and a public preserve and park with huge dunes and trails. Situated at the end of cul-de-sac means more privacy and relaxation. 180 degree lake views, all new furnishings, linens, towels, and much more. Paddleboards and kayaks too.

What makes this property unique

This location is unbeatable. Out of your doorstep you'll find miles of walkable beaches, and a public preserve and park with huge dunes and trails. Situated at the end of cul-de-sac means more privacy and relaxation. 180 degree lake views, all new furnishings, linens, towels, and much more. Paddleboards and kayaks too.