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Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub

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Interior
Beach
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 18232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Fennville, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Silver Lake
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

+4
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 4 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub

June, July & August 2025 Bookings: Please note there is a 4-night minimum stay in these 3 months. Also, you may not check-in or check-out on a Saturday.
September 2025 Bookings: There is a 3-night minimum stay, and you may check-in or check-out on a Saturday.

A beautifully renovated, eco-conscious* home just minutes from Saugatuck/Douglas, South Haven & Holland. This home sits on a tranquil lot with mature trees, privacy from neighbors, 3 decks (2 shaded), and gorgeous Lake Michigan views with 140 feet of shoreline. The walkable beach is accessible from new Trex stairs and a large 40 foot deck overlooking the beach/Lake Michigan; both are lit at night. Take a mile-long walk around the quiet neighborhood over a wooden bridge and creek. Play croquet and other games in the large yard. The home has an open-concept main living space and kitchen with a four seasons room (with heated floors), all with lake views. Two tables can easily sit 16+ people. Three of the four bedrooms have king beds with closets; two share a hallway bathroom and the other has an ensuite bathroom and office space. The fourth bedroom sits in the back of the house and serves as a kids' bunk room/play space/TV room. It sleeps 10 with an ensuite bathroom with double sinks and hooks for all. It also has a 12-drawer built-in dresser for everyone's things. Enjoy a family or kid movie night lounging on the built-in "couches" - cal. king & queen trundle. In addition, the home has an outdoor shower, half bathroom in the main living space as well as gas fireplace, and laundry room. A new hot tub was installed August 2023.

*We designed and stocked Ambleside Retreat to be an eco-conscious get-away. All mattresses, including crib mattress, are organic (except Queen Trundle due to size constraints). The vast majority of bedding and towels are 100% cotton and OEKO-TEX. Our cleaning service uses - as well as stocked cleaning supplies are - clean, non-toxic brands. (Harsher chemicals will be used only when necessary.) Shampoo, conditioner, soaps, toilet paper and paper towels are all clean and sustainable. LED lights, new and efficient windows, toilets with a green flush option, and antique or FSC-certified furniture throughout.

**Please Note: Michigan shorelines change daily. After two years of ownership, we have always had beach; but, we cannot say with 100% certainty you will have beach when you rent.

Property manager

Anne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a crib available.
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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
Out of respect for our neighbors, please move gatherings inside by 10:00pm and turn off exterior lights at night unless needed.
We do not permit jet skis on our property or anchored in the water. We also ask you reach out in advance, if you plan to bring an RV, trailer, etc.
No open fires or fireworks are permitted on the property, including on the beach. A small smokeless Solo-type stove is 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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Forever Curious Children's Museum and Michigan Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Butler Street - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Oval Beach - 19 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Silver Lake - 23 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 24 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waypost Brewing Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Root Beer Barrel - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub located?

This Fennville holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Oval Beach and Clearbrook Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle K.

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

Great stay!

Property was exactly as listed! It was super clean and made for a very relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitchell s.

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

Awesome!

Great views and great accommodations. Everything about the place and the host is 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

rylie w.

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

Awesome experience

This house is absolutely beautiful. Had a great time and would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa M.

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

Great stay

2nd time there, obsessed with this VRBO!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

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

A perfect retreat

We had a wonderful stay. The property was beautiful and the views of the lake and access to the private beach really made the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Great lakeside stay!

It was a perfect place for our family to meet for our annual get together. It is a beautiful home, the beach access was terrific, and the sunsets breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNA W.

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

Great place!

Loved the house inside and out! The beach access was awesome and had a nice deck and stairs to get up and down. Most of our time was spent outside enjoying the sunset and hot tub. Would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

Beautiful space for a girls getaway

This property had everything we needed for a restful, relaxing weekend away. The views of Lake Michigan from the house and deck near the water are beautiful. The open floor plan of the living/kitchen area provided lots of seating options for our group. The large bedroom area was very open and even with all the beds it accommodates, felt spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

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

Great mini getaway

House was perfect, we are already looking at dates we can come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

Amazing house and view and beach !

HIGHLY recommend for family or get together - spacious - new - clean - incredible deck overlooking the beach - will come again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Quiet beach getaway

We really enjoyed staying at this house. It was recently updated and was clean and organized The bathrooms and kitchen were very nice with well stocked dishes, utilities and glasses. The property has deer, trees and beach. It was really beautiful. Our family enjoyed walking on the beach. Memorable family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Perfect

Exactly as advertised. Amazing for large groups. We loved everything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris k.

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

Chill Vibe on the Lake and Buff Bluff

A neat house with a beautifully framed view of Lake Michigan and an awesome beach. A wonderful stay and a well appointed house with a zen vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

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

Ahhmazing !

Stunning view, beautiful home, excellent locaation ! Kelly’s place is perfect, nicely decorated, clean, eco-friendly, has all the necessities. My niece and I loved it and had an awesome stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick B., Bloomfield Hills, MI

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

Beautiful Property!

We had a WONDERFUL time at this house! It was very clean and the house well-supplied. Amazing access to Lake Michigan, an incredible deck, and a fantastic property made for one of best Michigan vacations ever.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

chenoweth a.

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

Lovely!

Our family of 20-83 year olds all loved spending time at this beautiful home. It is comfortable and has all the amenities we could have wanted for an easy and relaxing stay. Even though it was chilly, we climbed down the stairs to wander on the beach every day!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kruti P.

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

One of a kind stay!

This house was a true find. We were a large group with diverse interests and a variety of needs and wants. This house, its location and amenities, full filled them all. The deck out back was one of the best I have ever seen, and is absolutely the high light of this wonderful property. We all loved it and would love to be back…
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shweta R.

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

Beautiful place, perfect for large groups, gorgeous views

We had a great time at this lake house- we were large group of 7 adults and 6 kids, but the house never felt crowded. Access to the beach is easy, well maintained. We got lucky with awesome weather each of the days we were here - we went to the beach every morning/afternoon. The kids loved the various beach toys the place came equipped with. The deck was appreciated by the ones who didn’t quite want to be on a beach. You are right on the lake and the views are hard to beat - we enjoyed beautiful sunsets almost every evening. Anne was super easy to communicate with and quite prompt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chenoweth a.

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

Wonderful!

Thoroughly enjoyed our late winter stay at this stunning property with amazing sunset views and private access to beach. Excellent and attentive communication with both host and property management company as needed for longer-stay maintenance. Comfortable beds, lovely living spaces, and plenty of kitchen equipment to cook meals - when not visiting great bakeries and restaurants within 15-20min drive. Local coffee and eco-friendly paper products and shampoo are extra touches, very appreciated!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

chenoweth a.

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

Absolutely amazing

Everyone enjoyed staying in your beautiful, peaceful and comfortable home with incredible views and staired access to beach. Thoughtful touches throughout the home - kitchen is very well stocked with plates, utensils and equipment for cooking, bathrooms have plenty of towels and toilet paper; extra blankets and pillows available for bedrooms; games and puzzles and beach equipment to share. Plenty of places in the home to gather or to find a quiet moment alone. Only 15 minute drive from Saugatuck arts and restaurants, and less than 30 minutes to South Haven. Can't imagine a more lovely place to spend a vacation. Thank you for sharing!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jo V.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Anne

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests