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BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE

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View of the beach!
Arial view of Slice of Life Estate
Beautiful Waterfront
Hot Tub in the Shade, Serene View of the Sunshine.
Upper Deck, Patio Tables, Extra Patio Chairs, Gas Grill, & Cable Railing

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12445 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Rosy Mound Natural Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Grand Haven Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Captain's Quarters

1 King Bed

First Mate's Quarters

2 Queen Beds

Master's Quarters

1 King Bed

Mermaid's Room

1 King Bed

Seahorse Room

2 Queen Beds

5 bathrooms

Entry Bathroom

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

Lower Bath 1

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

Lower Bath 2

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

Main Living Area Bathroom

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

Master's Private Bath

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

Spaces

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

About this property

BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE

NO Longer available: This wonderful house is our personal getaway that can be rented out 2 weeks a year. Perfect for a summer getaway. (Remember we only rent 2 weeks a year.) One could easily believe that they have not only found the best vacation rental that money can buy but also their own personal resort that is worth every penny!

Our Beautiful Lake Home is ready and waiting for you and your family to make the memories of a lifetime. Need more room for your family? You can also rent our cottage that is on the same property. Vrbo# 255129 and can have up to 24 guests. You will find so much to do that you won't ever want to leave! Come sit on the deck and enjoy the fresh breezes with an unobstructed & calming view of the lake. Hang out on our own personal sandy-beach, soak up the sun, or take a nap in the hammock. Watch all the boats and skiers and planes fly by and take in all the great Michigan wildlife that surrounds you. Watch your kids having a blast with all the beach toys or see them jump on the water trampoline while they are smiling ear to ear.

Fish from the dock where the fish come to you, or with the fishing boat and let the trolling motor bring you to the fish. Go on adventures with the 8 kayaks, 3 stand up paddle boards, or state of the art stepper board or even the huge swan peddle boat! In the evenings, build a fire in the fire-pit or have a cookout on the patio. Rain? No problem! The covered patio on lower deck will keep you dry, watch the rain if you want. We have board games, game rooms, a sauna, a tanning bed, a workout area, televisions in every room, and fast internet! Need a nap? Wrap yourself up in 100% Egyptian cotton bedding and wake up still in paradise. Hungry? Why leave! We have two full kitchens, two natural gas grills, and grocery stores nearby. If you really must get out of the house, you are within 10 minutes of quaint downtown Grand Haven (Coast Guard City USA!) which offers a wide variety of shopping needs & wants, parks, sights, and eateries. Check out the world largest musical fountain and all the historic buildings or take a stroll down the pier and enjoy the breathtaking view of Lake Michigan.

We do our best to make sure that you have everything you could possibly need for your vacation. All you need to bring is a few toiletries, clothing and then take a trip or two to the grocery store. We have bikes, bike helmets, and strollers. We have yard games, natural gas grills, wood for the fire-pit, and coolers for the beach. There is a large yard, patio, and deck with enough space for the entire family outside. The sleeping arrangements will also be comfortable and spacious on the inside. We trust that your stay will be an absolute pleasure and we challenge you to try and find anything we have missed!

Property manager

Carla Pillai

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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Dreamview- Private Lake frontage

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only.
ABSOLUTELY. POSITIVELY. NO BACHELOR OR BACHELORETTE PARTIES! This is a FAMILY vacation home.

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
This property uses solar energy
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Haven

Located in Grand Haven, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. 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

  • Rosy Mound Natural Area - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 30 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE WHERE FAMILY MEMORIES ARE MADE NO LONGER AVAILABLE located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grand Haven holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Stearns Creek Park, Connor Bayou and Connor Bayou County Park. Tri-Cities Historical Museum and Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our Vacation

The property was perfect for our family. We a had a great and wonderful vacation. The amenities were excellent. The extras were great for all our Kids from 3 to 40. We all had a fabulous time. Oh ya the house was great, too.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Wonderful one stop shop!

This house has everything you need to adults and kids. We have stayed a lot of places and this one is at the top of list. We literally never left the house except to grocery shop because it kept 5 kids (ages 2-8) two sets of parents and two sets of grandparents fully entertained! The ability to walk to the water with out a lot of stairs was great for kids and grandmas!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Howard C.

Great Fall couples getaway!

Our five couples were supposed to go to Savannah but had to cancel - we made lemonade! This house is wonderful. It has great location, incredible amenities, and lots of space. We had plenty of room in a fully equipped kitchen for the chefs among us to cook; our "athletes' to work out, our wives to relax and laugh while the guys watched baseball, football and played golf. It is simply an outstanding place to get away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence U.

Outstanding Time with Family

My wife and I are new to Michigan and this was our first vacation here. The house is large and has EVERYTHING. We had 12 family members join us from the East Coast. They were amazed with Michigan. We used the Pontoon boat, jet skis and Kayaks on the lake. I enjoyed everything about this prpoerty and we have booked to come back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Terrific property and well accomodated

Very much enjoyed this home. A ping pong tournament was probably the highlight, but generally the facility was super clean, neat, organized and very well cared for--and they even found a priceless ring that was accidentally left under a bed during the final walk through. So many nice features, the sauna was a real treat and makes this stand out. The trip to Grand Haven was easy, stores, beach etc. Would stay there again. Thanks.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beth H., Illinois

Great house and great vacation!

12 members of our extended family stayed here for a week at the end of June. Ages ranged from 80 to 2 and we all had a GREAT time. The house was gorgeous and spotless. The private beach and various watercraft and toys were enjoyed by all. Murray, the owner, was easily accessible for questions. Downtown Grand Haven and the State Park Beach, as well as Meijer and Walmart (for groceries) were less than 10 minutes away. We normally don't return to the same place for vacation, but we all agreed that we'd love to come back and stay here. Thanks for a wonderful vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Family Reunion/ 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

We celebrated our parent’s 50th wedding anniversary with a weeks stay at the “Slice of Life”. We had eight adults and 10 children with ages ranging from 4 months to 80 years old. We all had an amazing time and spent almost the entire week right there on the premises. Murray truly has thought of everything, and obviously enjoys stocking his rental with more toys than one can possible imagine. It was the perfect location for all of the kids and adults to play and relax at the same time. We also got very lucky with the weather. But even if you don’t, there are plenty of inside games and activities to keep everyone happy. This was one of our best family vacations ever!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Sterling Heights, Michigan

WONDERFUL VACATION HOME!

Our family stayed at the Slice of Life in summer, 2010. This being the first time we have ever rented a vacation home, we felt we hit the JACKPOT on the first try. The house was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed for our vacation. We cooked meals in most nights and everything we needed to do so was provided. We absolutely LOVED the firepit and the beach setting. All of the water toys.... Ski Doo's, kayaks, canoes, and toys for the kids were wonderful. We did not go to the big beaches on Lake Michigan, cause nothing could have been better than what we had. Murray and Hope were great and always available and willing to accomodate our needs. We are already booked for next summer!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sharon g.

Don't miss the opportunity to rent this beautiful home

Wow. Is what you will say when you walk into the Slice of Life Master house. We were there for a long weekend and enjoyed every minute. We never heard, "I'm bored or "there's nothing to do". Everything is how it is described and more. So much room. Murray was very nice and only a phone call away. We even had a photographer come and do family pictures using the beautiful scenery and landscaping . A long weekend was not enough. We would recommend this to anyone, those with children, teenagers and seniors. Our family ranged in ages 2- 65 with 2 being college age. Thank you Murray for having your house available to use.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Perfectly Perfect in every way!

For over a year we planned and looked forward to this vacation! There were 24 of us and let me just say that Murray, his crew(shout out to James) and A Slice of Life did not disappoint!! We rented both the cottage and the main house, and it was perfect. Everything we could want or need was there plus more. The age range was 75 down to 12 and everyone said this is the vacation and the place we will come back to hands down. Murray has thought of everything ( although Murray we were going to recommend a commercial Ice maker :) and the houses were immaculate! From a crab boil on the beach, yard games, bike rides, pontoon boat, paddle boards, kayaks and just a week of family time together, life does not get much better than at a Slice of Life! Thanks again Murray and until next time.... Lisa, Dean and the gang
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Fun and Memories

Thanks again Slice of Life team for a terrific vacation week. This is our 7th year at Slice of Life with our family of 10 (8 adults – 2 children under 10). We stayed at the main house. Everything is outstanding as usual – exceptionally clean, plenty of room, much to do in the house and in the yard / beach area. We also very much appreciate your responsiveness to our questions and asks. Our favorite things to do are: tubing with the pontoon boat, ghost stories around the campfire and (of course) our annual couples Beach Olympics (horseshoes, bean bag toss, basketball, shuffleboard plus 4 others). Winners get a trophy - losers do the dishes. Lots of laughs. For the first time, our 7 and 9 year old grandsons successfully conquered the paddleboard which was very fun to watch. See you next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Sterling Heights, Michigan

Outstanding Vacation - Again!

I want to thank Murray and Hope for another outstanding experience during our Aug, 2012 family vacation. We have 6 adults and 2 young children, and this was our 3rd year in a row to the Slice of Life Estate. Why do we love coming here year after year? Bottom line – it is the high quality of the total experience. We stay in the master house. It is very spacious, very clean, plenty of space (and bathrooms) and allows us to all be together – yet spread out if we have to. Included in the stay are multiple toys and fun things to play with for every age – rain or shine. For example, we have great fun with our annual beach Olympics (horseshoes, bean bag toss, basketball shoot, relay race, Jet Ski race etc.). The losing couple has to clean all of the dinner dishes from our going home feast. Try it – lots of laughs. We enjoy the beach and water area - - especially that the grand kids can play in the sand all day right in the backyard. We love the fire pit for night time gathering. Our son-in-law ‘owns’ the fire building – which works for us. Plenty of wood is provided. When we seek out vacation settings, we are very picky concerning total quality. The Slice of Life Estate meets the mark with flying colors. We have never had any issues or problems. Murray and Hope bend over backwards to be responsive and timely to whatever we need. Thank you Murray – see you next summer.

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

Christmas House

Second time back and not disappointed in the amenities. Plenty of things to do for the grandkids and we had great fun playing games, watching movies and many wonderful meals. Would recommend to large families.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Fantastic Family Getawa

Our family (16 people--ranging in age from 1-70) had a simply wonderful time at the Slice of Life Master House! It was a child's paradise--the private beach, the paddle boats, paddle boards, fishing poles and the kayaks--it was non stop fun. There are life jackets for everyone and for every size, ensuring the safety of all. When kids are happy, parents are happy!! It was relaxing for the parents because when they were not in the water or on the equipment themselves, they could sit back and relax while still easily keeping an eye on the young ones. There were plenty of sand toys and the fire pit was ideal for making s'mores. The inside entertainment was perfect for evenings. The smaller lake was lovely and inviting. It was a peaceful setting that made for a fantastic family get away and we all left with happy memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Perfect for a big family!

We had 9 adults & 7 kids in our group and it worked out perfectly. The kids always had something to do which meant the adults had time to do the things they liked to do....like read & relax for a bit! Thank you so much such a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Successful family reunion!

We had 21 people from 5 states and there was so much to do and so much space that we were thoroughly entertained and did not trip over each other. They have thought of everything here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

Family Reunion

More than enough room for our family of 8 adults and 7 kids. Plenty of activities with Jacuzzi, game room, double kitchen for snacks and meals, sauna and multiple TV's. Home was fresh, clean and up-to-date with all the conveniences. We whole heartedly recommend this property and we are planning our next return date!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

A lot of "built in" activities

We have been going for several years to the Slice of Life. There are a lot of "built in" entertainment, such as in the house for rainy days, on the water, and lawn type games as options, so if you do not want to go out you don't have to. There is also a lot to see if you choose to go out. My favorite is the family time, investing in memories and not needing to leave, it is very ample for providing what you may need or want to have a great family time and stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Gorgeous and fully equipped!

We had a large group celebrating my parents' 50th wedding anniversary and we rented both the cottage and the master house. They were both wonderful and we loved having the gated entry so the kids could go back and forth between the two homes without having to worry about them. There was so much to do! The kids loved the paradise pad. We all enjoyed the ping pong and pool tables, kayaks, pontoon boat and the beach area. Both homes came with so many great amenities, lots of beach towels, grills, coffee makers and so many fun games. We all had a great time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

james s.

Wonderful family experience at the lake

Our family had a grate time at this place. The property is gated and well maintained. The house is spacious and clean. I wish we would stay longer to enjoy all the amenities this property has to offer including sauna, hot tub, pontoon boat, wave runners and many more. The options for entertainment were endless! Will definitely be back
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alma P.

What an AMAZING time!

Wow, what an experience! This was not your typical vacation home rental. Everything about this home surpassed our expectations. The home and yard were immaculate. The owners went above and beyond to make us feel like we were at home. The attention to detail was top notch, from the décor to the variety of extra entertainment available in the form of games, bikes and water activities. We had a total 4 families/generations come together and there was always something to do for everyone. Memories were made and I have a feeling we are going to become regulars at the Slice of Life. I will definitely recommend this home to friends and relatives.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Best family vacation ever!

We have a large family and wanted to treat them to a vacation where we would all be together and make memories. We have six grandchildren all under the age of six. We have taken them on many vacations, and have to say this was truly the best. The house is incredible, very clean, and decorated beautifully. The kitchen comes fully equipped with everything you can possibly imagine. ( spices, condiments, foil, coffee makers, paper towels, etc) We spent almost all our time outside at the beachfront. It was hard getting the grand kids and my own kids indoors. The pontoon, paddle boats, skedoos, etc, sure kept all of us entertained. Night time was spent around the enormous fire pit eating s'mores and pizzas. This trip was everything we could have imagined and more!! Thank you Murray and Hope for helping us make this such a memorable trip!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

katie g.

New years eve with friends

We were looking for a place where we and our friends could stay for News years Eve. We all have children ranging from ages 2-12. We didn't want a hotel because we all wanted to be together in one space. This house was perfect! First of all, the house is incredible! There were a few Christmas items that we "put out of reach" due to little children, but everything else was amazing! The games in the basement kept everyone busy (adults and children) and the hot tub was used many times throughout our stay. There were enough beds for all 18 of us and they were all quite comfortable. We obviously could not take part in any of the outdoor activities because of the weather, but we would love to come back here during the summer months. The house hosts are very nice and friendly. We can't wait to come back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

katherine s.

The good, bad, and the ugly

This is a beautiful piece of property that is well equipped both inside and outside. The problem is not the property, the problem is all the rules and regulations given to you in the one hour orientation session with the owners required of you upon arrival. There are notebooks with photos of every drawer and every room that shows you where to put everything when you are done with it. And we could have accepted all of that, if we were not made to feel as if we could not really live in this home without being judged or losing our deposit. Even when there was a freak storm one evening that caused damage to several things outside the house, we were made to feel that it was our fault--and that was after we took the time to pick things up and put things away that were blown over or away in the storm. We had two days without hot water when we first arrived, only two of the eight TV sets worked the entire week we were there, the bed pillows were like rocks, and the bed sheets had pills on them. We have stayed in many VRBO homes and have not had an experience like this one. Knowing that this is Murray and Hope's home, they may want to reconsider renting it out , as their rules and regulations seem to indicate that they are not comfortable having others in their home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger V., Pella, Iowa

Good Family Times

We very much enjoy our stay at Slice of Life. We took our children and grandchildren for our 50th anniversary 3 years ago and have went each year since. We also have it booked again for the next 2 years. We love the many things there are to do there as well as the lovely spacious home. We also like to do our own cooking which the home is equipped for. The property is very clean and well kept. The owner is just a phone call away if we have any questions. We have recommended it to friends and 1 friend has booked it. We stay at the home the entire time. The day we leave we go the Morning Star restaurant.

About the host

Hosted by Carla Pillai

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Why they chose this property

This property has everything you will need and you will not want to leave. It is in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown Grand Haven (10 min drive).

What makes this property unique

We enjoy waking up and seeing the lake, smelling the fresh air, relaxing on the beach, deck, or patio. Having a bonfire, making s'mores and memories with our kids, cousins, nieces and nephews! We are located in a peaceful & wonderful town with beautiful beaches, great restaurants, and shopping.

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