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Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach

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Interior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach

Featured Amenities:

Panoramic Lake Views
Large Lakefront Patio
Newly Built Stairs to Private Beach
Meticulously Restored Historic Home
Pack-n-Play, Highchair and Stroller Provided

The Hunn House is the perfect Lake Michigan retreat to relax, explore, and gather! Enjoy a driftwood campfire on the beach!

Welcome to the Hunn House, a beautifully restored mid-century modern home perched on a dramatic bluff overlooking Lake Michigan -- the perfect place for family reunions, retreats, or a gathering of friends looking for a place to unwind.
Named after Florence Ely Hunn, a pioneering midcentury architect and designer, this updated historic home sleeps up to 14 people and includes 167 feet of private beach. Natural light streams into the Hunn House; nine large windows in the living area provide stunning views of the lake, including some of the most beautiful sunsets in the country.

The owners of this home recently brought Hunn’s vision for the property back to life. The interior has been carefully designed to highlight the distinctive geometric spaces of the home and complement the sweeping lake views. The home features a large open concept living space where a modern kitchen with island, spacious living room, and roomy dining space provide the perfect open area for entertaining a large group or having a quiet evening overlooking the lake. Wake up to lake views, soak in the calm breezes on one of two patios, and enjoy a movie night with either one of the two large flatscreen smart TVs with high-speed internet.

Located in the coveted Pier Cove, the Hunn House offers a perfect sanctuary for those who want to escape the noise and pace of modern life. Nearby you'll find local wine, beer and cider at Modales Wines, Fenn Valley Wineyards, Saugatuck Brewery, and Virtue Cider. There are local fruit farms that are great to visit in season. At Crane’s Orchards, you can pick your own fruit summer and fall; Crane’s Pie Pantry offers dining, and a place to buy delicious pies and apple cider donuts. At Blue Star Farms, you can pick your own blueberries, find specialty blueberry products, or buy blueberries in bulk. You'll be literally surrounded by the beauty and bounty of Southwest Michigan! Situated just south of the Saugatuck-Douglas area, west of Fennville and north of South Haven, you will find that there are many things to do within a short drive – antique shops, farm markets, and places to eat.

If you’d like more about Florence Ely Hunn, The Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society has an archive of her records, including designs, writing, and photo scrapbooks. 

Parking: Driveway parking for 4 vehicles + 3 added gravel space (depending on vehicle size)
Pets: None Allowed
Beach Access: Private Beach Access **We recommend brining water shoes, to protect your feet from stones**

Property manager

Shores Vacation Rentals

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions.

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets are not allowed at this home.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Families with kids are welcome at all our homes!

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
Note from host: No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

114197

About the neighborhood

Map
Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Butler Street - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Oval Beach - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Silver Lake - 19 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 21 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach located?

Located in the heart of Fennville, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Water Street Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Florence Ely Hunn House | Peaceful Getaway w/Panoramic Lake Views, Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place to spend the week with friends
Great house with a beautiful view. Plenty of room for eight adults and close to Saugatuck. Great kitchen for cooking dinners and then late night board games at the dinner table. Sunset views at the fire pit is a must!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yadav G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome beachfront retreat
Really well appointed house and right on the water. We loved this property and can’t wait to come back. The house itself is secluded but is 15 minutes away from grocery stores and restaurants. This is one of my favorite spots on the west coast of Michigan
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serendipity
Breathtaking views, wonderful and peaceful location. Saugatuck offers so much for family fun- Kayaking, Blueberry picking, swimming, hiking and so much more!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
House was great in a great location. The view of the lake from the living room is incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Marshall, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Lake Views
We spent 3 nights in this beautiful property and wish we could have stayed longer. Clean, well maintained and near Saugatuk and Holland. Best part of house is awesome lake views from banks of windows overlooking Lake Michigan. A few stairs down to a deck and then a few more to the shore. Excellent location to search for rocks along the shore. Highly recommend and hope to return next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful
This property sits on a bluff overlooking the lake with amazing views. There are 60 steps down to the beach that is private. We loved playing in the sand and water, flying kites, and looking for rocks. The house had plenty of space for our group of 11 without feeling crowded. There was plenty of thoughtful extras from a welcome basket to a first aid kit that the 3 year old needed for a scrape. We would have liked to have more screens on the windows to take advantage of the lake breezes. All of the adults commented on the firm mattresses. This is a beautiful property and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mind blowing weekend
We gathered a group of friends and family here for a weekend retreat, and we were stunned at the beauty of the property. The view is amazing from inside the house. It was so windy and mostly rainy, all weekend and we couldn't really enjoy being outside much, but it didn't matter. We all sat in the living room and worked in the kitchen, and it was life-changing. The fireplace in the bedroom was amazing. I've never had the chance to be somewhere so luxurious, and everyone else said the same. We read a bit about the architect and were so moved by her story. What a rebel. The hosts were very easy to communicate with, and even had the housekeeper bring over blankets when the temperature dropped by 10 degrees overnight. It all felt so aligned, and we would love to come back! This property is one of the A+ stunner properties in the area - if you're weighing multiple properties, pick this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views for days
This property is stunning inside and out. The beach was lovey and easy to access from the steps. We enjoyed nightly fires and gorgeous sunsets. If you cook, plan to bring your own spices - there wasn't even salt!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of heaven
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! All details were meticulously thought out. All we were missing was water shoes and large floaties for the water as the beach is very rocky.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Beautiful house, very well maintained and in a lovely spot. Very convenient to all the wonderful things to see and do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023