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Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 699 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!

"PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROPERTY DOES NOT HAVE AIR CONDITIONING."

Duneside Retreat: This cottage is the best of both worlds. Feel a world away from it all nestled high on a dune surrounded by beautiful tall trees in Highland Park, one of Grand Haven's most treasured historic neighborhoods. The neighborhood's charm is unparalleled, with a collection of turn-of-the-20th century cottages situated in the dunes and hollow, accessible by an intricate latticework of wooden boardwalks that wind through the dunes. At the same time, this peaceful retreat is only 1,000 feet from the sugar sand beaches of Lake Michigan and minutes from Grand Haven's downtown attractions and dining. Indoors the cottage features 4 upstairs bedrooms, an open downstairs living area, 1 bathroom, and in-home laundry. The screened-in porch and spacious deck have ample seating for all to enjoy the lake breezes. This cottage is also equipped with internet, cable that includes HBO.

Please note that you will need to climb several flights of stairs to access this unit.

SLEEPING
The cottage sleeps 6. All bed and bath linens are provided.

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Twin bunk bed
Bedroom 4: Twin bunk bed

PARKING
You are provided with two parallel parking spaces along the Lover's Lane (left side).

CANCELLATION POLICY
-100% refund (minus a VRBO service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
-50% refund (minus a VRBO service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
-No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before the reservation date.

There are no refunds for early departures, reduction of nights rented, or delayed arrivals due to inclement weather or any other factor. Please consider trip insurance to protect your investment.

MANAGEMENT
This property is locally managed by BVW Unsalted Vacations Property Management in Holland, MI. We provide a starter kit of paper products, toiletries, hospitality-grade linens and much more. Please note the fireplace is not available for use.

Check-in is a breeze; drive straight to your rental and let yourself in with a unique lock code. We'll send you all the information you need including directions, key codes, and instructions so you'll be ready to rest, relax and rejuvenate! Contact one of our Escape Artists today and let us help you plan your perfect getaway!

CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT TIMES
Check-In Time: 4pm
Check Out Time: 10am
*Please note that early check-ins and late checkouts are not available.

All BVW Unsalted Vacations rentals follow local and state tax rules. Your reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, and a Damage Protection policy.

Please note that all guests are required to sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of making their reservation. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the reservation. Thank you for your cooperation!

Enjoy your Unsalted Vacation - free of stress, free of salt!

REVIEWS
"The cottage was perfect for our long family weekend on Grand Haven. We were there for the soccer in the Sand tournament and were able to walk or ride bikes to dinner, the beach, and downtown GH. The cottage had an old-time feel which helped us relax. The cottage is exactly like the pictures and other reviews. I would go back! Thank you for a wonderful stay, specific instructions, and great decor!"
Stephanie W.

"A fantastic, last-minute stay! 14 Lovers Lane is an old school cabin in the woods, a short walk from the beach. The space is quaint, reminiscent of a family cabin we used to frequent in Minnesota, not an updated situation. It’s rustic yet charming. Uber relaxing given the proximity to the lovely beach with a delicious restaurant right there. We let the kids play on the beach and ordered takeout for the cabin more than once. We would absolutely stay again.."
Janel S.

"Loved our stay! The place gave a very cozy, beach-town cabin feel to it. Would totally recommend it for anyone looking for a quiet cabin to stay at!"
Alex B.

Property manager

BVW Unsalted Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1062 sq ft (99 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Cottage Neighboring Lake MI
Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Neighboring Lake MI
Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Cottage Neighboring Lake MI
Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Cottage Neighboring Lake MI
Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Cottage Neighboring Lake MI
Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Neighboring Lake MI
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About the neighborhood

Map
Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Haven State Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Odd Side Ales - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Pup - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Grand Haven, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan, Grand Haven State Park, and Grand Haven Beach. Grand River Boardwalk and Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dan F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Would Not Recommend
We were very excited to stay here, mostly due to the overall cabin-like feel we got from the pictures and description and the proximity to the beach. There are the equivalent of 3 flights of stairs leading up that were not mentioned in the listing. The pictures made it look like a single flight which is doable, but 3 flights up carrying luggage and then having that be the only access was a deal breaker for someone with a heart condition and bad knees. The stairs were not lit when we arrived around 1030pm. Once we got into the place, the musty/moldy smell was intense and awful. No air conditioning in this place that is listed for a summer retreat. To be fair, the listing did not claim there was AC, but we felt like a note that there was no AC would have been appropriate. There were fans in every bedroom, but with the exception of 1 the rest were FILTHY, caked with dust, dirt, and what looked like mold. The window screens throughout the house were also extremely filthy and did not allow much airflow. The floors in the house are incredibly uneven, even on the stairs. The only shower in the place was a tiny clawfoot that the shower curtain did not close completely around and leaked onto the floor. In the dining room, there was a book with a title Vrbo wouldn't even let me publish that our 8 year old found. Tasteless. We booked for 3 nights and ended up leaving after the first night. Our sons said they did not feel comfortable in the house at night and we felt the same way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Terri B.

Lovely location, Needs some work
Plumbing needs serious work. Screens were dirty. Single beds were uncomfortable. On the up side, great location, space to spread out, nice screened-in porch. House had needed amenities. Management was responsive with plumbing issues but slow to respond about a refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

chip p.

Great location!
We enjoyed our stay. We would have appreciated some slight updates. Closets/cabinets were a bit cluttered.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute old cottage
This property was exactly what we were looking for, it has an old cottage feel and is close to the Lake. We enjoyed Grand Haven and the boardwalk through the dunes looking at all the old houses, the lake, and the screened in porch Only a few negatives. 1. I emailed the property manager the day before to ask if the grill was gas or charcoal (since the listing only says grill), and whether the coffee maker was a drip coffee maker or a Keurig. I was told there was not a grill in the listing (there is) and that the property has a Keurig. I replied that a grill was listed, and received a reply the next day from someone else telling me the grill was gas. Well they were both wrong, there is a charcoal grill and surprise! There was not a Keurig but a drip coffee maker. 2. I was contacted Friday afternoon and told that the shower diverter was not working and the toilet was running so they would be sending a plumber but they might not be there by 4. That was fine as we actually weren’t going to arrive until around 6. I got a call when we were out to dinner at 7:30 to say that the plumber wouldn’t be able to get there for another hour! We settled on having the plumber come first thing on Saturday. He was very nice and was able to get the shower to work but couldn’t fix the toilet because the shut off was under the house and there was no access to it. He said he would contact the property manager and arrange to come back after we checked out. All and all we had a good time. It was a cute house and the right location, but the property management company was not very knowledgeable about the property. They were, at least, responsive. Oh, and the power went out at 7 am on the day we checked out (hopefully just because it is was windy and not because they didn’t pay a bill).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Dionne H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Poor experience with Unsalted Properties
We secured a home for 4 nights in Grand Haven. For the total cost I paid to host my husband and adult children, I was disappointed with the experience. The home was not clean - cobwebs, beer can behind a bed, spoiled baby's bottle under another bed, stained area rugs and messy cabinets greeted us. It was not well-equipped - only one single roll of toilet paper on the holder in the bathroom and 6 towels for 5 days for multiple people - not stocked for a family. When I asked for a return of the cleaning fee, I was kept waiting for over a week and then denied. I have stayed in multiple VRBO's and have loved it. I would not recommend this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect, cozy cottage and location
Check in and communication was very easy and the cottage was very quaint and decorated very nicely. Everything we wanted was within a short walk and the surrounding wooded area was awesome to walk through.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice!
House is older and has “character” with some uneven floors and modest appointments. But it was clean and comfortable and a very short walk to the beach. Nice deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

donald l.

Travel Rules or Customer Service
This company for this property had "NO" customer care information about staying house to make our stay more pleasent or any information about the area. There were no lights going up the outside stairs at night unless the ajoining house was occupied. Lack of safety present. My husband would have use the grill if we known there was one or if someone would have told us? Again no helpful customer instructions for the customer experience placed in the home. The house was very cold when we entered it, with temps below 68 degrees and the fire place is the only thing that warms the lower level. Most base board heat is blocked behind furniture. Very odd placement. The fire place didn't work initially, called the help number and finally someone responded. Again no helpful customer instructions for the customer experience placed inn the home. My husband wanted to watch football but we couldn't get the TV to work and finally just gave up. Again no helpful customer instructions for the customer experience placed inn the home. Our stay was ok but we wont make reservations with "Unsalted Vacations" again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, rustic fall retreat
Cottage was a cute place to unplug from city life. Great place to play board games and canoodle. The place is RUSTIC, be sure to expect creaky floorboards, drafty, single-pane windows and an old shower. But for what we were looking for, it was great. Cozy fireplace and a fully stocked kitchen for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
Our stay was short and sweet! Great access to the beach from our cottage and within driving distance of family in Muskegon. Loved the front porch and the comfy beds too!! Didn't mind the stairs too much, but we weren't able to entertain family because of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Donna A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Old school cottage
This was a great location. It feels like you are up in a tree house. We really enjoyed the screen room. It had a nice breeze. There is no AC. It was not an issue for us but I could see how it would be hot upstairs later in the summer months. The house needs a good cleaning and some updating. The living room is a bit cluttered and the tv is in a weird place. It should be above the fireplace so you can see it from the couch. I brought a couple if sheets to put on the couch and the chaise lounger to make them more comfortable. They were pretty worn. I sent a text to management regarding a couple of items we left behind and no one responded. This is disappointing. We also had someone come to the door to turn off for non payment??? The guy was really nice and didn’t do it when we said we were renting. He said he would go make some phone calls. I called management and she said let me contact our maintenance guy???? I said I don’t think the maintenance guy pays the utility bill does he ? She says no probably not......Anyway this could be a really cool place with a little work 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland getaway
Nice vacation rental a few steps away from a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. House was kept up and a great patio to hang out at night
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Monica W.

Quiet and Close to to Beach
Location was best part of this house. Very close to beach but no view :( Property had a lot of stairs to manage, limited parking. House was small and old. No AC, no dishwasher
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019