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3 Blocks from Downtown!

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Exterior
Downstairs bedroom with queen bed
Room
Room
Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Grand Haven Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

3 Blocks from Downtown!


209 Elliott Ave. 1920's era Sears House located conveniently. 3 blocks from downtown and 2 blocks from waterfront , marinas, bike path and
boardwalk to the pier / beach. Vintage woodwork. Quiet neighborhood. BEST deal in one of the best houses and best locations in the grand haven waterfront area.
The house has two full bath, two bedrooms downstairs, one room has queen bed and one room has full size bunk bed. Upstairs has two bedrooms, one room has queen bed and one room has 2 full size beds and in the hallway has a twin bed . In the living room has a pull out sofa.





Property manager

Phillip Murphy

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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

About the area

Grand Haven

Located in Grand Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Hot Spot Charters and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Grand Haven State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Thai Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Odd Side Ales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Pup - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Kirby House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Paisley Pig Gastropub - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Blocks from Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3 Blocks from Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Blocks from Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 Blocks from Downtown! located?

This family-friendly Grand Haven holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Hot Spot Charters and Grand Haven Beach. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

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

Family

Great location
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nabil J.

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

Absolutely perfect

Thank you so much Philip for letting us stay in your house for a couple of weeks. It was very nice to meet you and your wife and your house was amazing. A great balance of ornaments in the house with plenty of space to put all our beach equipment. Next time in Grand Haven I hope I can stay in your place again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim c.

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

Was a great place to call home for the week. Thank you.r

The pool table , ping pong, foosball, and bikes in the game room were awesome. Got a lot of use out of the outdoor grill and back patio. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

charming old house close to everything

We had a terrific week away, and the house was filled with thoughtful things to make our atya even better. The clubhouse/garage was a big hit and the bicycles worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Casey E., Plymouth, MI

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

Close to town, great for families

The house was just what we needed. Nothing fancy. A place to sleep, grill to BBQ, nice porch for reading and nice and close to town! We loved the garage- played ping pong, rode bikes and enjoyed our time together outside. House was very clean. Loved the proximity to town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger W.

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

Perfect Location

This beautiful home was perfect for my husband and I who spent this past weekend in Grand Haven. The location was excellent! Just a few blocks from shopping, restaurants, and the pier. We walked everywhere! We loved it. This house offers plenty of room with lots of beds and two bathrooms. We will definitely return again with our family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

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

Grand Haven Coast Guard Week

The home is a short walking distance from the downtown area and the local beach. More than adequate space for my family with a special playroom out back filled with bicycles and games that my children loved. Overall an outstanding home with great location close to all that Grand Haven has to offer. Plan accordingly should you be traveling in during Coast Guard festival as the town gets very crowded and utilizing a vehicle for transport thru the festival week can be very challenging at times due to parking and traffic constraints.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista A.

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

Great family getaway

Enjoyed our stay at Theora's Place. Convenient to all downtown Grand Haven has to offer. The house had everything we needed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gloria G.

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

Great location to dwntwn Grand Haven

House was perfect for our low key beach week and 3blks from downtown GH shopping. Just what we needed to make a quick breakfast spend the day at the beach and return in the evenings to grill and let the teens ride bikes and walk downtown for ice cream. Peaceful neighborhood and very convenient to downtown. GH beach is about 1mile and Lake Michigan is about a 20min drive. We will rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Wonderful beach getaway!!

The home was immaculate and was even nicer than the pictures. Perfect location and Phil was so nice and helpful. We would definitely stay here again and didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Great location!

House was very clean. Had a great time in Grand Haven!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Great house and nice location!

We loved our stay at this house in grand haven. It’s much bigger than it looks in photos, and plenty of outdoor space as well. We enjoyed grilling and eating on the patio. Walking distance to the marina and shops and restaurants downtown, and very short drive to many beaches and parks. Would absolutely rent from Phil again. He and his wife were very friendly and accommodating. So wonderful to allow dogs as well- my pup had a blast here!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Kathy C.

No real way to secure!

Got in late because they had not finished cleaning from previous renters. No real way to secure house when not there. They had a keyless, but the batteries were dead. Was told there was a skeleton key, but when you have multiple people in your party, that doesn't work. Tried up to one week before renting to get confirmation . Was never provided with number to call. Overall, not run like a business. No formal contract, I got an email. No confirmation of receipt of the deposit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

The location is everything and more!

Loved our stay! Simple easy transactions with the owner; very nice. The house was a great size; lots of beds and very clean. Great front porch and eating area in the back. Lots of off street parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Great place nice neighborhood

Great place to stay. Very clean and great location. Very quiet neighborhood and close to downtown and pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Owners are great people and the property was very nice.

There was a slight issue with the smoke detectors going off when exposed to steam from showers but sure owner will resolve the problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Great place to stay

Very nice place to stay close to downtown. One block from pier. You can walk just about anywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Briana P.

Grand Haven Gem

Theora's Place is in a great location and has a lot to offer. The house has all you'll need during our visit. We really enjoyed the front porch and back patio area. The house sits in a quiet neighborhood, but is near all the action. We enjoyed walking to the shops downtown and had a great dinner at Kirby's. The house sits just 2 blocks to the Farmer's Market (yummy) and the Trolley stop. The Trolley offers a great historical tour of Grand Haven for only $1.50/pp There is also a great rental shop nearby (mopeds, bikes, boats, etc). It was our first trip to Grand Haven and we absolutely loved it. Be sure to visit!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rental

Excellent house close to everything. Everthing was neat and clean a/c and electric worked fine. Love the downstairs bathtub. We had plenty of room for everyone including the dogs. Would use it again in the future. My friend found it for us to use for a beach wedding in the area and it was perfect.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

A nice house...great location!

We very much enjoyed our time at this house. The electrical system is tricky but once you get the balance right with the A/C, it's fine. The house is in a very safe neighborhood as we kept the screens in the windows and walked at night with no problems at all. The owner did a great job of having it ready for us. We were able to bring both of our dogs with us. The washer and dryer were hooked up and worked great. It is a 2 block walk to the marina and 4 blocks to shopping on the main street. A wonderful location!! We had a fabulous week.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

A nice house...great location!

We very much enjoyed our time at this house. The electrical system is tricky but once you get the balance right with the A/C, it's fine. The house is in a very safe neighborhood as we kept the screens in the windows and walked at night with no problems at all. The owner did a great job of having it ready for us. We were able to bring both of our dogs with us. The washer and dryer were hooked up and worked great. It is a 2 block walk to the marina and 4 blocks to shopping on the main street. A wonderful location!! We had a fabulous week.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Don't forget your flashlight

This house is in a great location, close to everything in town. It is old house in an old neighborhood of rentals. It is vintage, including the electrical system - with 60 amp service. Don't forget your flashlight. The power went out frequently, especially at night, requiring us to stumble around in the dark trying to locate the electrical box in the basement. Even with all the AC units on, the upstairs bedrooms never truly cooled off. If you run the stove and the AC units, beware, it will trip the electrical system too. Also, the washer and dryer weren't hooked up even though they were included on the VRBO listing, hopefully the owner resolves this. Additionally the front windows do not lock and are easily opened from the outside of the house, don't leave any valubles out. Due to these inconveniences and the heat, we left early. Unfortunately the owner did not refund any of the $ for the 3 days we did not use.

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