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Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan

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Window in Time Cottage
Back Porch
Terrace/patio
Kitchen Entry Way
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Holland, MI
  • Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Holland State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Tunnel Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

Upstairs bedroom

2 Single Beds

Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan

This vintage beach cottage is located in the sand dune hills of Historic Ottawa Beach resort area. Bike paths, sidewalks and board walks surround this cottage giving you access to Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. Walk down the hill and go to the General Store, climb Mt. Pisgah, or walk along the channel into the state park and watch the boats go by. Go the other direction and walk along the upper or lower board walk until you get to the sandy beach of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the sun and surf and don't forget to stay for at least one of our magnificent sunsets.

Please note that there are 2 parking spaces designated for this cottage. The walk from the parking area to the cottage is about 100 ft. I have 2 extra parking passes if needed for another parking area a little farther away.

Property manager

Harriet VanHeest
Premier Host

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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holland

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Ottawa Beach, a neighbourhood in Holland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Sundae Sundae Golf Golf and Holland Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Holland State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ottawa Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tunnel Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 30 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Captain Sundae - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Beechwood Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Captain Sundae - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan?

As of 17 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan on 19 April 2025 start from NZ$841.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan located?

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Wonderful

Will again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Beach cottage

Nice historic cottage with comfy beds. Great location for a quiet beach vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Family vacation

Excellent location and peaceful setting, with easy access to the amenities of and around Ottawa Beach. Loved the screened-in porch with view of woods and Lake Macatawa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly J.

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

Family reunion

We had a wonderful time in Holland and the cottage was perfect for our family . The check in process was easy and the house was very clean. We would definitely stay in this home again when we are back in Holland
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great area and unique house with history. Upper bathroom could use some work. Everything worked good & had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia M.

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

Amazing Getaway

The house is beautiful and very accommodating for all guests! It is in walking distance from the lake and is a perfect distance. Harriet was great and was very helpful when we had questions. Amazing communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindsay c.

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

Stayed for daughters softball tournament

This cute little cottage was perfect for us! With a short walk to the beach and the beautiful views. Only downside was bringing all of our belongings in and out but we figured it out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon G.

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

3 couples to attend a Holland wedding

Lovely historic cottage in a unique setting of associated historic cottages. Wonderful screened porch. Only drawback was the poor queen bed mattress upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne N.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Everything was good and the beds were wonderful We all slept great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas b.

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

really neat place!

the pictures really tell the story - the outdoor areas, the veranda, the rooms, the decor -- just a really neat fun getaway, right where Lake Mac and Lake Mich meet - what more could anyone ask for! The only negative is being sad to leave and wishing you could stay a little longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jill B.

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

Sister Reunion

This was a perfect place for my 3 Sisters and myself having a weekend Reunion. It was within walking distance of the Holland Lighthouse and that made it great for one of us who loves Lighthouses. The area had some great restaurants that we enjoyed and the Farmers Market was great fun on Saturday too. Harriet the owner was very easy to reach and get assistance as we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine E.

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

Wonderful little place with charm

I loved this stay and would totally recommend it. The walk to the lake is fabulous. My only hesitation in recommending it was, as described in the great communication from the host, was the parking and wayfinding was pretty tricky since we got in late at night. Providing a precise GPS location would have definitely coming in handy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Quaint cottage near beach

Location was excellent and was peaceful and quiet. It was a short walk, or drive, to the beach. Everything we needed was there except it would be good to provide shower soap in both bathrooms and not just shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

Vintage Charm

Wonderful location. Very cute vintage but has all the necessities and then some for a wonderful enjoyable stay. Walking distance to favorite ice cream and beach. Was in awe with the vintage artifacts merged with beach theme. Host was very receptive and loved them games and books.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

kelly h.

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

Awesome location

This home is just a short walk (about .3 miles) on a picturesque boardwalk to a beautiful beach. The sunset was stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tami W.

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

Fabulous location and charming property

The location of this property was fabulous. A short walk to the beach and connected to very cool paths to the state park and lake Michigan. The area is quaint and historic, and the house was very charming. The furnishings could use some updating, but the things were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marjorie S., Atlanta

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

Great location

The location to the beach can't be beat, but furnishings are showing wear and it could use a refresh. No window coverings in some bedrooms and bathrooms. Wouldn't recommend for those traveling with toddlers or folks with mobility challenges, but good for others looking for a porch with a view and short walk to ice cream and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jill W.

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

Location was Great

Great location. Harriet was very responsive when contacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Diane J.

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

Charming cottage

We had a great stay and the location was excellent. We enjoyed lots of time at the beach and biking on the bike paths. Some furnishings and fixtures could use a bit of repair, but that’s to be expected in an older home. Overall it fit our needs very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry R., New Palestine

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

Very good

This house is straight out of the movie Dan in Real Life. From the porch you can see the water with sailboats and such. Ot was very relaxing. Everything you would need is provided. The walking paths are great leading to the private beach and the other way to Holland State Park. You can walk to the General Store and to get ice cream. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Fun getaway

Great location to the beach !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

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

Charming house

We had a three generation family get away and we had a lovely time. This is a charming house filled with sea-themed knick knacks. It was furnished with plenty of towels and blankets. The kitchen was well appointed with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, etc. It was very easy access to the lake. The owner/manager was very responsive to my pre-visit inquiries and was also very helpful to our on- site call about extra parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander E.

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

Charming cottage

We had a wonderful time staying in this charming cottage which is a short walk to the beach. The beds were all very comfortable and the cottage had everything we needed. Perfect locations for enjoying Lake Michigan and the quaint town of Holland. Harriett was very responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

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

Family vacation

Awesome location! Loved the history of Holland! Great family vacation spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Harriet VanHeest

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English

Premier Host

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