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Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Glenn, MI
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake

This vintage summer cottage is across the road from the lake bluff, and offers a lovely view of the lake and is a quiet, rustic getaway for newlyweds or young families with one or 2 small children. This is not a good choice for folks who are "condo people"--in other words, it's small, old fashioned, and not for everyone.

The deck provides a place to grill your dinner as you sip a cool chardonnay from the nearby winery as you watch your children playing on the swingset. The small but serviceable kitchen has everything one would need, including coffeemaker and microwave, pie plate and rolling pin!

The DOUBLE bed is brand new in 2022, the hide-a-bed has a blow up mattress, and linens are provided. The beach access is just a short walk away. (one quarter mile) and features a creek which will delight the little ones. Unfortunately in 2021 the beach was very rocky, but it changes all the time, so we’ll see what 2022 brings. Other local beaches are open, and have been listed among the best beaches in the world!. Check out the county park about five minutes north, the Casco preserve, which is about 5 miles south. South Haven and Saugatuck both have impressive beaches as well. Glenn is situated between South Haven and Saugatuck, making it ideal for swimming, shopping excursions, wine tasting, brewery hopping, or for renting a boat or wave-runner. Great restaurants are within 10-15 minutes in 3 directions. This is a cottage for those who want to get away from it all, but want to be within reach of all the action. There is a convenience store in town that has an amazing selection of wine and spirits, snacks, pizza, and the New York Times.

On a rainy day, we provide puzzels, toys and games and a collection of old Disney VHSs that can be played on our small TV. There's a movie theater in South Haven with the lowest prices imaginable that plays movies popular with children and adults.

Check out our history: The Kerr family has been vacationing on Fabun Road since the early 1900's when my great grandmother, Henrietta, came from Chicago to spend summers here, playing organ for the local girl's camp. She subsequently bought the property next door to the camp. To get here every summer, she had to take a boat across the big Lake, land in South Haven, where she would get on a horse drawn hay wagon with her trunk full of her summer clothes, and once she got to the cottage, she stayed for the whole summer. Her house still stands at 1286 Fabun Road. My father spent summers here as a boy, and so did I. We didn't have a phone in the old days, or a TV, or even running water! We played Monopoly or Sorry, and card games, and built fires on the beach. When we kids would get bored, my mom would just send us out for a walk in the woods. It helped me learn how to enjoy my own company, and be creative. I think every child should spend summers on Fabun Road!

Property manager

Patricia Kerr

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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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

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Forever Curious Children's Museum and Michigan Maritime Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Glenn, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 16 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • South Beach - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Oval Beach - 21 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 28 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waypost Brewing Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cogdal Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Michigan Wine Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪PK's Lighthouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake located?

This family-friendly Fennville cottage is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Virtue Cider and Fenn Valley Vineyards. North Beach and Blue Star Antique Pavilion are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis M.

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

Charming house, great location

Spent a couple of nights and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y.

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

Cottage

It was beautiful in that area! Nice place to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alondra T.

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

Cozy

Cozy cabin in a nice region of Michigan, away from major cities but not too rural. Cabin was overall very clean, but there were a few spider cohabitors and many spiderwebs in various corners of the house. Nice if you are looking to getaway from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Silviya A.

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

Great location

Perfet location, quiet, away from busy towns/ beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia P.

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

Nice place to relax

Satid
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy O.

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

Peaceful Retreat

This little cottage was perfect for a peaceful retreat. Quiet and restful for taking walks down to the beach or watching the beautiful sunsets from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paula C.

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

Peaceful setting.

Very quiet and peaceful. Just what we needed. Amenities implied there was a hot tub....no hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jill K.

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

Quiet Retreat

This is my second time staying at the cottage. I love its location. It's near enough to drive into South Haven to enjoy shopping, restaurants, and the South Haven Beaches. When you are done with that, you can come back and enjoy the peace and quiet. It's near the lake and you can walk down the dirt road viewing the beautiful sunsets. It's an old fashioned cottage so if you are looking for all the modern conveniences, it's not for you, However, if you want to step into the past, unplug, spend time reading great books and just rest, it's perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice place!

The cabin was lovely. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Charming little cottage

We enjoyed our stay in this rustic and charming cottage. It is simple and comfortable, very cozy place for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenny N.

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

Thoroughly enjoyed the vintage cottage!

The location was great. Nice view of lake and a short walk to the beach access for an almost private lake/beach experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Cute cottage great neighborhood

Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Missy M.

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

Cute cottage

Unique summertime place near the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

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

Gingerbread Cottage

This little cottage was just as advertised. Perfect as a home base for seeing the sites in South Haven and Saugatuck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Perfect beach getaway

We took our family of 4 for a 2 night beach getaway. The cottage was perfect! The amenities are a tad rustic, and our phones didn’t work, but we didn’t care. That is what we wanted! We only needed the cottage for a place to sleep at night. We were gone all day during the days. Spent our daylight hours swimming and getting sunburned on the beautiful beaches at South Haven. South Haven was only a 17 minute ride from this cottage. We had an awesome lazy getaway. Exactly what we wanted!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Great place

It was our second time staying here, we have enjoyed it both times. We love the convenience of walking to the beach from the cottage. It is simple and nothing fancy but that doesn’t bother us a bit. We will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Fun little cabin near the lake

The cabin was as suspected from the information on the listing. We loved to older vibe and how quiet the area was. Being by the lake gave gorgeous views and the primitive beach down the road was fun to take our chairs down to and relax. WIFI did not work the entire time so it wouldn’t be a good stay for young kids that are attached to devices. Take plenty of bottled water because the water is rusty. All in all it’s a great place to unwind and is very close to so many fun attractions. It’s an easy drive to South Haven, Saugatuck/Douglas, and Holland.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was like walking back in time. 😊 No complaints on the cabin or surrounding area (great for walking). Our only challenge was the inability to reach family due to extremely poor cell phone coverage. Obviously, the owner has no control over this. Visitors just need to be prepared for this challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

John S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Glen dump

Did not match listing No hot tub! No Wi-Fi! Dirty Smelly blankets, towels Host will not communicate
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

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

Couldn't have been better !

What a wonderful location! Just a short walk to the lake and a very quiet road. We were looking for technology free time so this was a great choice for us! It is an older home so if you are hoping for a flat screen on the wall you won't find it. The kids did make use of the old tv and vhs player ( tv did randomly turn off quite a bit and may need replaced soon) but we spent most of our vacation outside of the home. The owner was wonderful and had a quick response if needed. We can't wait to come back!you are expecting a flat screen tv or
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Unplugged weekend escape

The perfect sweet tiny lake cottage if you want to just chill and enjoy the quiet and sound of the water for a couple of days. The cottage is simple, but it has everything you need to hang out by the lake and the walk to the public beach access is quick and easy. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

tiffany h.

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

Great if you are looking to disconnect!

Very cute, small cottage overlooking Lake Michigan. There is a small beach for rock picking. The internet and phone service is spotty. We weren't there much so it didn't bother us but it is very "disconnected". We didn't get service in town either, fyi. For anyone needing the internet:). I found it a charming little getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C S.

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

Mike Strong

Vacation with Granddaughter and friend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Beautiful Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay in the Gingerbread Cottage. It was very comfortable. I especially liked taking morning walks and being able to see Lake Michigan from the bluff. The convenient location meant we were able to visit eight different beaches during our stay. We are talking about returning in 2023.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Kerr

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Longtime Glenn summer resident, I decided to live here year round. The lake is the big draw--swimming in the summer, beach wlaks in the fall and spring, and big ice on the big lake in the winter. I love it here!

Why they chose this property

My folks bought this property as a place to put extra guests in the summer. As they got a little older, they wanted to downsize, but I couldn't bear the though of selling the property to anyone else, so I bought it!

What makes this property unique

This little adorable cottage is perfect for young families. It's cozy and affordable and provides a peaceful setting where kids (and parents) can get away from the constant din of electronic media. A wonderful opportunity to teach children about the joys of entertaining yourself.

Languages:

English, Spanish