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WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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TV, fireplace, books
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Step into a charming 1887 cottage on the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa, where Holland's natural beauty shines. With three porches, multiple relaxation areas, and a short walk to Holland State Park/Beach/Playground, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...

Feel like you stepped back into the late 1800's in this stunning circa 1887 cottage with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the shores of Lake Michigan AND Lake Macatawa. Brand new tiled bathrooms and renovated kitchen. 5 minute walk to enormous Holland State Park/Beach/Playground, "Big Red" Lighthouse, piers, Ottawa Beach marina, Mt. Pisgah, and Ottawa Beach Inn. You can relax and enjoy every moment in this beautiful home. Large dining room, three porches, and multiple areas to relax and enjoy the beauty of Holland, Michigan!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking due to fire hazard

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Most of the cottages in this area were built in the late 1800's. Fire is the major concern for homeowners -- please: NO FIRES and NO FIREWORKS.
Smoke penetrates the wooden walls - any sign of smoking will warrant an additional $300 cleaning fee.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Due to age of cottages, NO fires or fireworks!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking due to fire hazard

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Due to age of cottages, NO fires or fireworks!
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • Holland State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ottawa Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tunnel Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hope College - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reservoir - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Doebs Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Deboer Bakkerij South - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kin Coffee And Craft House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH... located?

Located in Ottawa Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holland State Park and Lake Michigan. Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk and Ottawa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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