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Consider a stay at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby

  • Set on 2.5 acres, this well equipped, sunny and very spacious over 3000 sq ft home with 64 windows and a big yard with fruit, vegetable and flower gardens... plus private small salt water heated pool enclosed with fencing. Lake Michigan is across the street and 3 public Lake Michigan Beach access is 5-10 minutes away at West Side Park or Pier Cove or Wau-ke-Na Preserve. THree additional beaches include Famous Oval Beach, South Beach in South Haven voted # 1 in MIchigan 2026, and beautiful Saugatuck Dunes State Park are just 15-20 minutes away! Walk out the door to enjoy walking or biking along a scenic stretch of Lake Michigan. Relax in a spacious, clean, child friendly home with two large TV's (75" and 65") and a mix of new furniture and antiques and luxury linens. Enjoy the gas fireplace in the living room or the outdoor fire pit on chilly nights. Relax on the 2 decks in the summer and enjoy grilling out by the pool. Super comfortable outdoor furniture and a retractable awning to maximize comfort while you overlook the pool and the beautiful gardens. Pour a glass of wine from the wine/beverage fridge while you cook a meal with local fresh ingredients from our gardens in our super well equipped kitchen. Superior location and totally equipped as a relaxing family multi-generational retreat ..... very convenient to the towns of Douglas, Saugatuck, South Haven and Holland. Just a few miles from several local blueberry farms, fabulous wineries and u-pick fruit farms. Great for families with young children.... we've got you covered with a pack 'n play, new full crib w non-toxic mattress, baby gates in house, second child proof pool fence, high chair, toys and games. For older kids and adults there is a new ping pong table in the lower level and lots of family games and puzzles. Fresh eggs from our chickens in the summer you can care for the farm experience (or not!) Most Guests love that farm experience taking care of them! (optional) Updated Laundry room with newer washer/dryer, AC, new mini-split for addiional comfort, water heater, furnaces, water softeners, basement egress windows, custom closet organizers, updated mud room and renovated and updated bathrooms! Host's rental agreement will be emailed to you to read, sign and return to host. Book your vacation here and you'll see why most renters come back year after year! No parties, No pets or additional guests.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,000 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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
There is a list of checkout instructions in the house too!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No shoes in the house please...no parties or large groups or extra people without asking owner
Please Take care of expensive new furniture, newly refinished real wood floors, etc.
8 person limit unless approved by owner add'l charge of $65.00 pp/ per night or $45/day pp. Children/infants count towards limit of 8 (VRBO policy)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Have crib, pack and play, high chair, baby gates

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Located in Fennville, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Fennville travel guide
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a body of water with grasses in the foreground.
    Oval Beach
    15 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Three people fishing by a waterfront with a red lighthouse in the background.
    Holland State Park
    24 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • beach near Birchmoor Drive
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Butler Street
    8 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    9 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Holland Station
    21 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Butler
    10 min drive
  • Pennyroyal Cafe
    10 min drive
  • The BARge
    11 min drive
  • Noble Twist
    10 min drive
  • Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby located?

This family-friendly Fennville vacation home is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts. Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Beery Field are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time with family at Anne and Bill's beautiful home. The layout of the house was really nice and spacious. The pool was a total hit with the kids and the perfect size. The linens and towels were all so nice, and we appreciated the extra fleece blankets around! Our family made many new memories here that we will cherish, and It was so nice to have the backdrop of this home to make them in. Thank you Anne!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay!

This is the second time we have stayed here - we came back because it’s perfect for families! Wonderful location and incredibly well appointed. The hosts, Anne and Bill, are very helpful and have great communication. Our children wake up every morning wanting to help with the chickens, take a long walk/bike down the street (with great views) and then jump in the heated pool! Plenty of toys and kid safety items around the house, if needed. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing trip!

My husband and our two young kids enjoyed our stay so much! Anne and Bill did a great job communicating prior to our arrival. Perfect spot for families with young children - plenty of toys, space, child proofed home. Very well appointed house with all the kitchen and home basics provided. The location is perfect - along a beautiful street that is a joy for long walks with views of the lake and very close to Saugatuck/Douglas. Heated pool was a huge hit with our kids! Already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you need for the perfect stay

We had such a great experience. First of all, Anne, the property owner was great. She was very responsive to all of our questions and requests. She thought of everything you’d need for the perfect stay. You felt as if you were in your own home. The home was very clean, she had lots of towels, pool toys, nice soaps etc. We loved the pool, the gardens were magnificent and the chickens were fun to watch. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most amazing VRBO our family has been able to rent. Our children (ages 3,5,7) enjoyed the home as much as we did! The kids loved taking care of the chickens (honestly they didn't stop talking about it), the pool was the perfect size - equipped with a sturdy no-entry fence to ease any safety concerns, the house was equipped with plenty of toys for all ages, the vegetables gardens were fun to explore, and the outside was large to run, play, and observe nature. Us parents enjoyed the coffee nook, outside firepit, pool, and multiple tvs. The kitchen was more than well equipped and easy to pivot for cooking at home, take out, and feeding multiple ages. We will be coming back to this wonderful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

This was the best vacation rental we have ever stayed at, and the rare rental where it is even better in person than in the photos. The house was perfectly equipped for traveling with a small child - from toys and safety gates to thoughtful details like a kneepad for giving baths and children’s dinnerware. Our son absolutely loved it, he had plenty to play with and it gave us plenty of time to relax and enjoy the home! The grounds and gardens are more sprawling than you can see from the pictures, and we loved picking tomatoes, basil and blackberries. With the fresh produce and well stocked kitchen we were able to make many lovely meals at home. The home really stands out because of the thoughtfulness of the owners. Anne and Bill clearly spent a ton of time making this a beautiful and comfortable home for their renters, which is evident from the plush linens, detailed guidebook, essential supplies (cleaning supplies! Bug spray! Portable speaker! S’mores kit!!) and lovely decor. Can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came here for my friend’s bachelorette trip, and Anne and Bill were wonderful hosts. Very accommodating, and the house was beautiful. It was the perfect private getaway we were looking for, and the nearby towns were very fun to explore. The heated pool was a big plus, as well as the adorable chickens I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This was a beautiful house, well located and Anne could not have been more attentive. We look forward to going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Made memories

It was amazing l, we enjoyed all this home has to off, especially the fresh eggs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip!

Six of my girlfriends and I had a lovely time staying at house. The property was beautiful and the house was outstanding. We will for sure all go back! Thanks to Anne and Bill for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 stars all the way

We loved every second even if the weather didn’t cooperate the pool was so fun and our son is still talking about the chickens. The hosts were so accommodating and the home was in immaculate shape. We hope to make this an annual tradition
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great experience at this property for our Labor Day getaway! The owners were incredibly responsive and easy to chat with, especially with questions around COVID before we came. They were very flexible. Feeding and caring for the chickens was SO FUN for the kids, the s’mores kit they left was a nice touch, and they had many supplies needed for cooking, fire pit, etc. would absolutely rent with them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family home!

We loved our "home away from home"! A great location & plenty to do even on a rainy day. Our grandsons (2 & 5) loved the huge playroom/tv room and the pool. And the 5-year-old didn't want to leave the chickens. He rushed to help every time we needed to take care of them. Plenty to do in the area and many kid friendly places!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week!

We are a family of six — ages ranging from 2 to 75. This home is totally gorgeous and has everything we needed to make our stay one of the best we’ve had. The little ones LOVED the pool and the play room — which was well stocked with toys for them. The beds and baths were luxurious, and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cookware making meal prep easy. The outdoors area is spectacular with lush landscaping and gardens, a fire-pit - and chickens! The location makes it easy to get to the beach and other fun things in the area. We totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic vacation home!

Our family really enjoyed staying here in June 2022. The house and property are outstanding! The most important aspects for me were how clean the property was and family friendly. I don’t always feel comfortable in rentals and I really felt like this was our second home during our stay. There were so many helpful additions for the kids—baby gates, high chair, crib, and even a play area filled with toys. Our boys had the best time with all the toys, and of course the pool! So nice to go exploring in the morning and relax at the pool in the afternoon. The hosts made the extra effort to make sure we had everything we needed before and during our stay. They left helpful suggestions of places to visit which came in handy since it was our first time in the area. We are definitely considering coming back because we’re not sure this place can be topped!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where do we start??? We lucked out by finding this amazing property for our annual four generations of gals trip. The house is nestled in the woods, situated on a stunning 2 acres offering the perfect seclusion. The minute you walk in the front door, you are welcomed by an amazing interior offering plenty of space for quite a few guests. Our great grandma of the bunch felt like an absolute queen in the master bedroom, Yaya (grandma) was comfy in the guest room, and Mama and Sweet pea lived their room with a twin and double bed. The butterflies were swarming the butterfly bush by the pool enclosure and the hummingbirds (Henrietta and Henry) were great entertainment….however the best of all were….Red and her roost (the 8 adorable and talkative chickens)! The house was so well equipped with everything one could hope for in a rental, complete with the most awesome playhouse and stroller for any dolls that make the journey. We loved our stay and could not recommend this property more highly, an absolute gem!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular vacation home in perfect location!

Our family of 5 adults rented this amazing home July 18-24. We have been renting vacation homes for nearly 20 years. This was our best experience ever! The home is perfectly located with several beaches within a couple of miles. Douglas is a quaint little town. Holland and Saugatuck are just minutes away. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous! Gardens and trees everywhere you look. We've never seen so many butterflies, hummingbirds, entire families of deer. The patio and pool were so relaxing and refreshing. The interior of the home is beautifully decorated with top notch furnishings and appliances. The owners obviously spared no expense in making sure every room is comfortable and inviting. The most equipped kitchen in any rental we've stayed in.The master suite is absolutely gorgeous! We definitely recommend this property and plan on visiting again. Lots of communication and helpful info from the owners. They couldn't have been any nicer. We were treated like family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is gorgeous. The hosts have paid attention to every detail - there is nothing lacking. Everything is top notch. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Worth every penny! Chef’s kiss to Anne and Bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The area has lots to do. Great hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot

We had a wonderful time at this home! It was clean, well-stocked, and the pool (while on the smaller side) was lovely! It worked out well for our two families with 3 kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake House Vacation

We stayed in this beautiful property for 1 week mid July and our stay was fantastic. Owners were very helpful and responsive. The house itself was great, kids loved the pool. Central location, 10 minute drive to downtown Saugutuck. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Retreat

I came to the area to visit my daughter at GVSU, to see a friend, and to see Lake Michigan. I rented this place for the bathtubs. The house is immaculate, has everything you need, and suitable for large groups. My daughter and I both enjoyed our baths. There are a couple of small beaches that you can drive to close by. However, there are no walking or running paths nearby and if you want to exercise outside you either have to do it on the road or drive somewhere. The host suggested Saugatuck State Park which is about a 15 minute drive away. It was absolutely lovely and I highly recommend a walk through the forest to the lake. This place is wonderful but a little remote. My GPS actually went offline a couple of times and I got lost a couple of times. I don’t think there are many if any DoorDash options but host said a pizza place does deliver. There is not direct access to Lake Michigan and there is a peekaboo view of Lake from house. There is a wall of windows in front with no shades. My daughter said one bed was so hard she had to switch to the other but the other was fine. I slept in the master bedroom and it was very comfortable. We didn’t use the third bedroom or actually use most of the house but it has a lot of entertaining areas. I checked out a day early due to it being further from Grand Rapids than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy feel with a lot of space

Beautiful home, surprisingly spacious. Well stocked kitchen with anything you might need. Lovely location, very secluded but close to Douglas, Saugatuck and Holland. Perfect retreat if you want all the beauty of the Michigan coast yet privacy for your group.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect retreat!

This spot is exactly as you imagine it to be when you look through the pictures -- a perfect luxurious cozy spot nestled in an absolutely picturesque area of the world. The convenience and comfort of a five-star hotel with the flexibility and privacy of your own home. Worth every cent, particularly if you have young kids as it is equipped to be family friendly. Wish we could have stayed even longer, and hope to return for many years to come. If you are even considering visiting the West coast of Michigan, and you've looked at this home -- do yourself a favor and book this spot. You won't regret it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021