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Welcome to the Slice of Life!
Arial view of Slice of Life Estate
View of the beach!
Upgrade: Custom Tile Shower
Upgrade: Refinished floors

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Anchors Away

1 King Bed

Other Sleeping area's

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Pirates Room

1 Double Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

Sailors Quarters

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

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

Entrance Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main floor Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage Make Family Memories That Last a Life Time NO Longer Available

No longer available. This wonderful house is our personal cottage, where even we enjoy staying when it is not rented for 2 weeks a year, It is part of a large estate that is also home to our other vacation rental; the Master House (#251371). Both are vacation rental homes for 2,1 week periods, perfect for both summer getaways and off-season holidays. (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!

The Cottage is ready and waiting for you and your family to make the memories of a lifetime. You will find so much to do that you won't ever want to leave! Hang out on our own personal sandy-beach, soak up the sun, take a nap in the hammock, or lay out on the large floating island. Watch all the boats skiers and plane fly by and take in all the great Michigan wildlife that surrounds you. Watch your kids have a blast with all the beach toys 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 9 kayaks, 3 stand up paddle boards, or the state of the art steeper board or even the huge swan paddle boat! In the evenings, build a fire in the firepit or have a cookout on the patio. Rain? No problem! We have board games, game rooms, 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 a full kitchen, a gas grill, 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 and then take a trip or two to the grocery store. We have bikes, bike helmets, and strollers. We have yard games, propane for the grills, wood for the firepit, and coolers for the beach. There is a large yard, patio 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 implore 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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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Outside Only

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Rosy Mound Natural Area - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 36 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 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 Charming Cottage Make Family Memories That Last a Life Time NO Longer Available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage Make Family Memories That Last a Life Time NO Longer Available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage Make Family Memories That Last a Life Time NO Longer Available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage Make Family Memories That Last a Life Time NO Longer Available located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grand Haven holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Stearns Creek Park, Lake Michigan and Connor Bayou. Connor Bayou County Park and Rosy Mound Natural Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Slice Of Life

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 Rented Both Houses. 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

Ansley J.

Truly a wonderful place to vacation with family!

Our family (including grandparents down to 7 grandkids - several teens) were thrilled to spend a week at Slice of Life this summer! The owner saved our vacation as we had to scramble after other accommodations fell through. Murray went out of his way to help us, and when we arrived, we were all so thankful that the other place fell through! Slice of Life offered much more for our group - the beautiful sand beach, multiple kayaks, paddle boats, pontoon, plus all the fun activities indoor - it was just perfect for us. The location was great - neighborhood offers a nice/easy walk each morning, the downtown area is so nice (Murray has recommendations available if needed), there are stores nearby to pick up groceries easily, and the property has lovely outdoor space for eating (grill and tables) and relaxing (fire pit at the beach plus a hot tub at the cottage). I think the beach and lake front atmosphere is what we loved most. (The teenagers would probably say the same - and highlight the games that are available in the lower level and garage of the cottage too!) Highly recommend! (And thank you again Murray for your hospitality!)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

dan s.

Slice Of Life is heaven for families.

Slice Of Life is mind-blowingly well equipped for big families. From bikes to life jackets, children's toys to adult water toys, the property has absolutely everything. We were there for 10 days and never got bored. We could have stayed for a month and been entertained. The lake is quiet, the rooms are comfortable, and everything has been thought of and provided for by the owner Murray. It's truly "turn-key." We'll be back for sure :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

best family gathering place

We had a wonderful week at the Slice Of Life Cottage. My family really loved the nice sandy private beach, hot tub and abundance of activities we could do. The house was cozy and very close to the lake. There were enough bikes for our big family, so we explored trails nearby. The host was very accommodating and we were well taken care of.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Slice of Life has it all

The home is appointed with everything. You don't run out of anything as Murray and Hope keep the home well stocked. There is something for everyone. We had eleven people (6 adults and 5 children) stay here and there was plenty of room. The children enjoyed the vacation house so much that they never wanted to go to town or to Lake Michigan. The property is well maintained and clean. Book here for your next vacation. You won't be disappointed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Great place but........

This review is to provide just an honest assessment of our experience at Life's a Slice. The property is amazing and comes with all the toys you could ever hope for. In spite of what you will read later in this review the property really is amazing and our kids had a blast!! The real problem is with the ownership, talk about uptight! The list of "rules" is offe charts. Then when we arrived we had to take a seat by the fire pit so Murray and Hope could read them to us, all in all you were made to feel like a child, but I guess they have had some bad guests in the past so we just moved on. It really started to turn for us when we noticed that someone from ownership was there everyday, you always felt like you were being watched, which is far from the relaxing experience they advertise. Then it happened! While out tubing with there Big Mable water tube, with two kids on it, the tube simply came apart. Is pulled by a pontoon boat so you really aren't going very fast. We called Murray to let him know and to our surprise all he was focused on was that we had to replace it. No consideration at all that our day on the water ended early because his three year tube came apart, just that we must replace it. This blewor minds. This was so obviously a general maintenance item. I suppose if the toaster or oven breaks down while you are there you will have to pay for it. Even when we tried to be reasonable and offer to pay for half of a brand new one, that wasn't good enough. Murray basically held our security deposit hosage. He told us if we didn't replace it he would have to pay his guy to go get one and he would take all costs, labor as well out of our deposit. No way we were going to trust him to do that so we found one on amazon and had it shipped. This was so unethical, he took complete advantage of the situation. Then to top it off, one of the "rules" was you had to call him one hour before leaving so he could do a walk through. So we did this, after waiting an hour and a half we called him only to have him inform us he wasn't even coming! What a joke! This is an expensive property but good value based on the amenities, but you must do laundry and clean. Rules state bed sheets to be washed and towels to be started, BBQ cleaned, countertops all wiped, not sure why he has a cleaning crew. Like I said this property is great but the ownership is uptight and looks to pass costs onto the guests. Ownership monitors reviews so I check back to see their respon
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Winter rental

We rented the guest house for two weeks including Christmas, the grandkids really enjoyed visiting and using the game room and basement. Even used the hot tub a couple times while it was snowing! Thanks Murray for adding the heater to the game room, we were able to warm it up and use it on Christmas day and have all 15 of us at the same table. Would have been fun to get a fire going in the fire pit, but it was a bit too cold to get everyone down there.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Great Place To Vacation.

We had a wonderful time at Slice of life guest house. It is even more beautiful in person and there is so much to do just on the property! We went into town twice. We didnt come close to doing everything we wanted to in town or at slice of life! We had a great week and my grown kids declared they could vacation here every summer! We will definitely go back! Murray is very available to help you out but does not intrude.It is an awesome place!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great lake vacation

The slice of life guest house was very clean and neat. Actually the whole property was very well kept with beautiful flowers. We loved the little beach and lake. You just had to walk down the driveway and around the main house to get to the beach. Not bad. They had plenty of toys for all ages. Unfortunately the seedoo was broken for the first 4-1/2 days of our stay, but Murray actually went out and bought another one just so we would have one to use for a couple days. We appreciated that alot. The wifi also didn't work. One word of caution is the eating arrangements. There is only one 2-3 person table in the kitchen. That is it. No other eating area. If it is nice out you can sit outside at the patio table; otherwise you are eating with your plate on your lap. We had approx 10-12 people staying at the house; three of which were 4 and under. Sleeping arrangements were totally fine. Everyone really had a wonderful week. Murray and Hope were very helpful. We used all the water toys, firepit, baseballs, toddler toys, hot tub, etc. There was so much to do - but also plenty of time to relax. Really a perfect week at the lake! We hope to make it back next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei V.

Our family had a wonderfu...

Our family had a wonderful memorable vacation staying at “Slice of Life” guest house. Murray was a wonderful host and we had everything we needed for a fantastic time. You won’t be disappointed with this complete family vacation package; hot tub, ski-doo, kayak, fishing boats, sandy beach, shopping and the beautiful Lake Michigan 10 minutes away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our family stayed at the ...

Our family stayed at the Slice of Life Guest House in July of 2009. We had an absolute fantastic time. Our 2 boys 6 & 8 had a great time swimming and riding all of the watercrafts that were available. They also had fun with the games that were provided and spending time in the hot tub. Mr. Swiftner was a great host and provided us with everything that we needed. You won't be disappointed with this place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Such a great place to s...

Such a great place to sit and watch all the water sports or even join in on all the fun with the included sea-doo, kayaks, fishing boat, and paddle boat. Beautifully landscaped yard is great for yard games such as the included crocket. The house is immaculate. The dining room and kitchen are wonderful. The view of the water from the living room is breath taking. Nice, clean private beach with a fire pit and a great dock to fish from.

About the host

Hosted by Carla Pillai

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I am a self-employed business man who owns several pieces of real estate. I am a real estate investor, a licensed real estate broker, and a licensed general contractor. I own two businesses; M.c.S Realty Inc. & M.c.S Construction Inc. I am the president of both of these corporations. I am in my early 60's and currently engaged. She is a real estate agent, has done almost all of the home decorating. the grandkids come over all the time and never want to leave! our save the date is set for August of this year!

Why they chose this property

My construction company moved this house from the front of the property and did additions this house in 2006 and 2008. We are constantly making changes and upgrades to our beautiful home. This property has everything and you will not want to leave, we don't even want to leave.
Life is short, take this vacation, make the memories that will last a lifetime with them!

What makes this property unique

We enjoy waking up and seeing the lake, smelling the fresh air, relaxing on the beach, deck, or patio. building a bon fire and making smores and memories with the grand kids! We are located in a peaceful & wonderful town.

Languages:

English