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Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 699 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Grand Haven State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Grand Haven Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Grand Haven

This holiday home places you in the centre of Grand Haven, steps from Lake Michigan and within a short 5-minute stroll of Grand Haven Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a balcony or patio, a living room and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park and a porch. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Grand Haven holiday home, you'll be 26.7 km (16.6 mi) from Lake Express Ferry Terminal.

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
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 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

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

This charming four-bedroom, 2.5-bath lake cottage has been completely renovated and transformed with an eye for detail and design. Fully renovated, Dune Crest combines perfectly appointed finishing and furnishings with upscale beachside decor, creating the perfect vacation ambiance. Step off the deck and walk across the dunes to the private beach or head down the driveway and use the boardwalk along Pigeon Lake for access. Either way, you are just steps from the famous Lake Michigan shoreline!
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING:
"Fantastic experience during our stay, great communication, beautiful location, and newly renovated lake home, couldn't ask for anything more! Just bring your shorts and swim suits, everything else is already taken care of"
Patrick I.
Nestled directly on Lake Michigan, this cottage offers a private beach and rolling dunes, providing endless, unobstructed views of the lake. Positioned just south of Pigeon Lake, there are no neighbors to the north, ensuring a tranquil setting and privacy.
INSIDE:
Enter through the back deck to discover the beautifully outfitted kitchen, featuring a breakfast nook, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. The sand room is located off the kitchen, houses a full bath and creates a space for easy storage and access to beach equipment, with direct access to the inviting lakefront deck.

Transition from the eat-in kitchen to the living area, nautical wine bar, window seat with built-in bookshelves, and stairs leading to the second level. The primary bedroom, with its own bath and a queen bed, has a window to the front porch and lake views. A spacious front porch runs along the entire lakefront side of the house while showcasing a dining table that seats 8 comfortably, with a comfortable seating area accented with nautical décor and offering stunning lake views.

The living room and porch both provide unmatched vistas, while a large deck on the southside is accessible from the sand room or the front porch. Watching sunsets from the inside porch or the outside deck is a favorite activity for our guests. Upstairs, three bedrooms await – one with two full-size beds and stunning views of the lake, and two with one full-size bed with underneath storage drawers. (Note, this is truly a cottage, and there is very little closet space.)

In addition to a private beach that is limited to Port Sheldon Beach Association residents and guests only, convenient access to both Holland and Grand Haven (each about 20-25 minutes away) enhances the property's central location. Extensive bike trails abound and the association offers a popular pickle ball court, tennis courts, beach volleyball, athletic fields for lawn games and a sunset deck located just below the cottage for community gatherings or morning yoga.

Experience the best of both worlds with this picturesque Lake Michigan cottage, seamlessly blending the charm of the past with the luxury and conveniences of today.
Your ideal vacation awaits!

NEW PICTURES COMING SOON!

PARKING
There is one parking spot available at the top of the driveway. For extra vehicles, please utilize the parking area located at the bottom of the driveway, specifically on the old tennis courts. Please note that garage access is not available.

Check out this YouTube video of the rental: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYYHJyLi1t4

CANCELLATION POLICY
-100% refund (minus a $300 cancellation fee) if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
-50% refund (minus a $300 cancellation fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
-No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before the reservation date.

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

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

MANAGEMENT
This property is managed locally by BVW Unsalted Vacations Property Management in Holland, MI. We provide all professionally laundered linens, bath and beach towels, and a starter supply of paper and cleaning products along with emergency maintenance services.

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, access 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!

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
"Dune Crest was an absolute dream and I give it a 10 out of 10 rating! You will not be disappointed so book your stay as soon as possible as I am sure it's going to book up quickly. This beach house is perfection and has everything you need from a grill, to beach chairs, beach towels, all the essential kitchen items you will need to cook with, etc. And we couldn't have asked for a better location…you are steps away from the beach which is the best part! The house was a perfect fit for an our family of five and the sunsets were simply magical to watch every evening. We loved our stay here and hope to book again for next year. Thank you Dune Crest for an unforgettable week… our family will never forget it:)"
Erin B.

Property manager

BVW Unsalted Vacations

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,062 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

  • No pets 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
On-site 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 that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Duneside Retreat 4 BR Highland Park Cottage Neighboring Lake MI
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!?

Yep, Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! is a short 4-minute walk from Grand Haven Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, sailing and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!?

No, Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just steps from the Beach!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Classic Lake Cottage nestled in Wooded Dunes just 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