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Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Fennville, MI

Saugatuck Center For the Arts8 min drive
Butler Street9 min drive
Oval Beach12 min drive
Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)50 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We came for the Douglas Halloween Parade and we almost did not want to leave to go to it. We loved the place and the hos...

Michelle Z.

Nov 9, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Take A Break By The Lake!

Harrington Log Cabin has been the escape destination on Lake Michigan for generations. Located away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is where everyone can enjoy the quiet respite found on the Lake Michigan frontage just steps outside your cottage. Enjoy your morning coffee or a beverage after dinner watching the waves roll in and you will experience the magic of a sunset over Lake Michigan like never before!

Property manager

Carol Harrington

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 8 total)

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.

Fennville, MI

What's nearby

Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 7 min drive
Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 8 min drive
Butler Street - 9 min drive
Oval Beach - 12 min drive
Silver Lake - 17 min drive

Getting around

Holland Station - 20 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Butler - ‬9 min drive
‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
‪Michigan Wine Company - ‬16 min walk
‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Take A Break By The Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 8 total).

What time is check-in at Take A Break By The Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Take A Break By The Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Take A Break By The Lake! located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Water Street Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

29 May 2024

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

Fun

We had fun

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul and Alanah W.

26 May 2024

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband, myself and our dog Koda had a wonderful stay during Memorial weekend. The cabin and amenities were wonderful. The view is absolutely stunning, plus the lake access is just the cherry on top to this great place. Only suggestion would be to have a dvd player or not so spotty cable. Either way still a wondeful time and love that it is pet friendly. Will was a friendly and wonderful host. We can't wait to plan out next stay there.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

11 May 2024

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

Beautiful

Great place to relax and enjoy the water and scenery! Great host!

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

9 Nov 2023

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

Girls Trip

We came for the Douglas Halloween Parade and we almost did not want to leave to go to it. We loved the place and the hospitality of the property manager and home owners! Iris the dog was a very welcome surprise. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

7 Oct 2023

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

Amazing

Couldn’t have asked for anything more! Beautiful property! Beautiful views! Walk down to the beach area was perfect, cabin was cozy. Right off the interstate, but tucked away in the woods. Dog friendly was a must, so was grateful they were allowed so we had the opportunity to enjoy this piece of paradise!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy c.

6 Oct 2023

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

Week at the lake

Pet friendly and very relaxing. Fully stocked cabin with everything you need and only 10 min to Saugatuck. There are 3 other houses in area however super quiet and still secluded. Very relaxing. Only opportunityis to update the swing and access to lake but that appears to be in progress. Would stay here again. 5 star .

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Amazing place to stay on the lake!

When we arrived the address wasn’t listed on a mail box. We just pulled in close to the address and when we pulled up the driveway we saw the cabin! We were greeted by a man named Will and he gave us a tour of the property and told us about the dog! The dog was so friendly and hung out with us while we had a fire. The beach was amazing and we thought this was a great place for couples! They have a bigger rental available on the same property and Will gave a tour and told the story of the property! Over all great experience! Bring food no one delivers!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S., Macomb

10 Sept 2023

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

Family weekend

Unique log cabin with huge wrap around deck, large property with a well stocked cabin and gracious host.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa U.

8 Sept 2023

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

Great spot right on the lake!

The communication with Will, the property manager, was great right from the start. When we got there, Carol, the owner, came over to greet us and chat. Will came by a short time later and introduced himself. They were both lovely people and very welcoming! They are pet friendly, which was very important to us. We brought our small Chiweenie dogs with us and they loved it. Roamed the yard and hung out on the deck soaking up the lake air. Cottage was clean and stocked with basics, just as advertised. Several spots along the lake from to enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine with an amazing view. Cozy campfire spot that we didn’t use, due to it being super windy, but looked really nice. My only suggestion is a new TV or a DVD player. The antenna didn’t work well, and once some stations came in they were spotty at best. WiFi is already there so this is an easy fix. Other than that, perfect spot, great stay, and we will definitely be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna L.

23 June 2023

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

Just lovely

This property is the perfect summer escape. Nothing fancy but just enough to have a summer break by the lake. Clean cabin, the necessities are supplied, there is a grill and fire pit. Cannot beat the views and sunsets. The owners and manager are on the same property and are super nice and helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

4 June 2023

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

Great lodge architecture on the lake.

The rustic lodge experience was as advertised and was a wonderful experience on the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

2 June 2023

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

It was great! Really peaceful!

It was great!

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah J., East Lansing

30 May 2023

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

Perfect holiday weekend

The cabin was beautiful and quaint with everything we needed. Plenty of outdoor space to have a fire, lounge around, and enjoy the view of Lake Michigan. The location was perfect, very close to downtown Saugatuck, downtown Fennville, and Douglas. There are so many great things to do in the area so we had a pleasant mix of fun activities and leisure time. Communication was excellent and Will, who manages the property, is delightful.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

27 May 2023

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

Wonderful stay

Great location. On Lake Michigan. Clean. Friendly owner

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

12 May 2023

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

A Restful Stay

We had exactly what we needed for our retreat. Will even prepared our campfire! Carol was lovely. She left flowers for me as I am battling an illness. ❤️ we shall return .

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Tom K.

28 Oct 2022

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

Cute

Cute place but a little dirty for my taste

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine T.

3 Oct 2022

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

We go every year with our two dogs

This is the perfect place to getaway with your dogs. Lots of room for them to run, play on the beach, sit at campfires with you, etc. . And when you want to go to town they have a safe and comfortable cabin to hang out while your gone. We bring our dogs here once a year and they LOVE it as much as we do!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G.

5 Sept 2022

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

Great cabin!

Beautiful view! Enjoyed the porch, fire pit, and quiet surroundings! Very clean! Thanks for being dog friendly! Our Airedale enjoyed running after the neighborhood squirrels!😳

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Minsoo K.

18 July 2022

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

Nice cabin by the beach

Owner was communicative, he met us outside the cabin and checked us in at 7pm. Had almost everything for a good bbq and campfire. A short walk down the trail across the lawn for access to the beach. There are some other cabins around so best be mindful of neighbors and not party too loud.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dee D.

9 July 2022

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

Great property for dogs

Beautiful property

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

30 June 2022

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

Fantastic

Everything exceeded expectations and my family loved our time here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

15 June 2022

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

Beautiful Sunsets

Beautiful sunsets over the water every night, bonfires and smores, your choice of grill, lots of land for your puppy to run around, and friendly owners who say hello and bring you color powder for your fire. What else do you need?! Very relaxing, had a blast!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna E., Portland, MI

8 June 2022

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

Loved it

Loved our stay. Perfect location. Very quiet and peaceful!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

15 May 2022

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

Beautiful view. Property was comfortable for four of us. Property contact greeted us right away.

We would rent this property again. Plenty of outdoor seating and the beach was a short walk. Beautiful view of the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana K.

3 Nov 2021

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

My first awesome vacation with VRBO

Excellent property, beautiful cabin, great location, best relaxing view. This property has everything you might need to enjoy your stay. Will (the property manager) is wonderful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Carol Harrington

Why they chose this property

Our Story....
begins every spring with the first of the guests that arrive after a seemingly long and gray winter season. We have always eagerly awaited the arrival of the families; some with children that can not wait to kick off shoes and run down the beach. There are the folks with the children being full grown and will enjoy a day or several - with them and the grandchildren, to enjoy the calming sound of Lake Michigan waves or the comfort of the country air to breathe. Certainly the wonderful friends that have returned year after year have become more like our extended family. Come and experience the calming effect of this cabin on the lake; you will experience the Lake Michigan shoreline like never before!