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Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven

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Outdoor dining
Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven

Welcome to the Cutest Summer Cottage! This place is full of charm and character. The location is perfect, with easy walking to all of the restaurants, bars, and shops on Washington street. Just blocks to the boardwalk and musical fountain. It's an easy stroll or quick bike ride to the award winning beaches and historical lighthouse. This cottage has a fully appointed kitchen with a large skylight and modern appliances. Four Bedrooms, (one bedroom on the main level) easily sleep eight (one queen, two fulls and two single beds). Large Bathroom with separate claw foot tub and shower. This place has something for everyone, plenty of books and games for children of all ages. The house is set far back from the road with fire pit and lots of room for kids to chase those fireflies while you grill or use the out door shower. This house adds up the perfect magical place you will want to return to, year after year! The tan lines will fade but the memories spent at the cottage will last a lifetime. We regret the cottage is not handicap accessible.

Property manager

Tim Mayer

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please limit smoking to outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack n Play and high chair kept at the cottage.

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
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

Property is also known as

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Quirky Cottage Haven House
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Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven
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Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven<br><br><br><br> Grand Haven

About the neighborhood

Map
Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Haven State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Odd Side Ales - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Pup - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Kirby House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Paisley Pig Gastropub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Pump House - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven located?

Located in the heart of Grand Haven, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tri-Cities Historical Museum, Lake Michigan, and Grand Haven Beach. Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium and Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl are also within 10 minutes.

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Quirky Cottage Downtown Grand Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., Brookfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quick stay!
We had a great quick stay in Grand Haven at the Quirky Cottage! House was clean, had all needed items, and lots of extras like games, books and a pretty yard with chairs for relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and cozy
My family had a great stay at the quirky cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Russ B., White Oak, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Haven
Very nice, everything we needed was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would go again
Great place to stay. Close to beach and downtown. Ample kitchenware cook! Our two children loved it, ages 3 and 8.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Linden, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky cottage
Clean and comfy, the outdoor shower was great for rinsing sandy kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hewitt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
friend celebration
Centrally located and cute
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review of Grand Haven Getaway at Quirky Cottage
Nestled in the serene beauty of Grand Haven, MI, this charming cottage on Vrbo is an absolute gem. From its cozy interiors to its breathtaking views of the lake, every detail exudes warmth and comfort. The host's hospitality shines through in every aspect, ensuring a memorable and delightful stay. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or outdoor adventure, this cottage is the perfect haven for creating lasting memories. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guys weekend
We all had a great time. Just a couple blocks away from everything which was nice. Very hilly so you got a workout in walking everywhere but still close to everything. I would recommend to anyone i know planning a trip to Grand Haven.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location
We loved staying at the “Quirky Cottage”. It was a short walk to shopping, boardwalk, restaurants, and ice cream. We even walked to the pier. The neighbor was quiet and the yard was perfect for family. Definitely a cottage feel. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

NAncy M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend
Property was very close to beach and downtown. Cleanliness of property could definitely be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
This house is in the PERFECT location. Walking, biking, or short drive to just about everything. Like other reviews said, the floors are super uneven with many small stairs, it was a bit nerve wracking with a very active 1.5 year old. That being said, with such a great location we were really only at the house for nap and bed time so it worked out just fine! The host offers a lot of great amenities for kids and the whole house smelled and looked so clean. Really great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for location
My family and I enjoyed staying at house, thought I had a frig problem- but didn’t and Tim was so kind to respond.. We loved all the perks of the house-games, air in each room, outside shower, welcome basket was fun - and hidden coin . Location nice for walking downtown. Thank-you for sharing your house with us we loved it. Toni & family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Georganne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third visit
Our grandkids love the quirky cottage and want to come back every year. The decor is cozy and inviting. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed to make our meals from the farmers' market offerings. Location cannot be beat. We walked everywhere including the beach, splash pad, and downtown shops/restaurants. The deep yard is great for kids to play safely...lawn and table games provided. Thanks Tim for sharing the quirky cottage with us. We had a wonderful time! .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georganne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and fun
Location cannot be beat...we walked everywhere. You might want to bring a small wagon if you have little kids. House is cozy & clean. Tons of table games to play during down time. Beach toys provided. Kitchen is supplied well. As mentioned in previous reviews, floors are not level and has multiple step ups and downs. The 70 yr olds in our group were able to adjust. Love the neighborhood full of historic homes. Had a great experience at the quirky cottage and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Brian K.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
So yes this house is a little weird and half of the floors are not even close to level but downtown Grand Haven is just a few blocks away and the beach is about a 20 min walk. We enjoyed our stay here and we would stay here again. Upon arrival when we checked in the cleaning from the previous occupants had not been done. I messaged the property manager and they had a service come out very quickly but we did have to leave for a few hours while the cleaning people finished. Sounds like there was a miscommunication on when the cleaning service needed to arrive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time at the Quirky Cottage
Our family of four has a lovely Labor Day weekend stay. Tim was great at communicating with us and the neighborhood was lovely. I love the character of the house and only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marti W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky Cottage Stay
Overall we had a pleasant stay. The amenities were vast and we did not want for anything. We had a nice little trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Vacation
This was the second time my family and I stayed at the cottage and it was just as wonderful as the first. We plan on making it an annual spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

DAVID K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location
One bathroom is tough for a family. But the rest of the space is great. Location is also wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt Like Home!
We loved the Quirky Cottage for our family of 5. Perks included a great location super close to all of the restaurants & shops, having 3 bedrooms upstairs for the "kids" while parents stayed in the main floor bedroom, huge yard with fire pit for evening activities, and a fully loaded home with kitchen gear, outdoor toys, kids games, you name it. The host was super efficient and had great communication. We will certainly be back to this cozy gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We happily returned
Well located to beach and business area. Well stocked kitchen/ appliances. Ample clean linens, towels, even firewood for the excellent fire area w Adirondack chairs. Very cute decor in lake theme/ Americana . Decent gas grill. Bonus is Picnic Table outside Great laundry room, with lots of beach supplies like chairs, toys, yard games We never used TVs so idk about them. Cons: mattresses in Queen and Double bed adult rooms weren’t great, only 1 bathroom, nice shower outside but NO PRIVACY FENCE which seems easy enough to install. Downstairs bed- head noticeably lower than foot- could he at least put wood blocks under the headboard???? The window ac unit in 1st floor bedroom produced warm air even on High
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and Fun!!
This cottage was awesome—full of character that a lot of conversations started around. The beds were comfortable with plenty of pillows!! The kitchen had everything we needed, we played a lot of the games that were there too! We had about 15 people join us for hamburgers on the grill one day and the yard was perfect for that group of people! Overall a very great place to stay and close enough to downtown Grand Haven that we could walk there!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celeste S., Big Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
We enjoyed our stay. It was close to downtown. It sure lives up to its name Quirky! No level floors. One thing we missed was a toaster.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Chrissy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great weekend get-a-way...not without issues
We stayed at the "Quirky Cottage" for a girls weekend get-a-way. We had a wonderful time! The location is very close to downtown, with quick drives to the social district, restaurants, shopping, and city beach. When we weren't out and about, we did cook some meals from home, utilized the firepit for s'mores, and enjoyed a board game or 2. If we had questions or issues, the owner was very quick and friendly to respond as well. Having said all that, this house is an older home and there is a very prevalent slant or slope to the foundation. We were caught off balance a few times during our stay. No big deal, but if someone were to have balance/mobility issues already this could be a problem. There was one thing that ended things on a low note. We woke up Saturday morning to mouse droppings on the kitchen table. We hadn't seen any mice, but we quickly messaged the owner and he offered to bring traps. Since we were heading out, I explained it was up to him and when we got back around dinner time I hadn't heard anything and he hadn't come. Later that night, we were enjoying a board game and a mouse/mice showed up. We obviously screamed, as girls do haha, and I messaged the owner that the mouse had appeared, and we were pretty shaken. He was kind enough to drive out with the traps that night, explained how they worked and installed them around the kitchen and pantry. He was very kind and even chatted with us a bit. The owner also offered for us to stay an additional night, if we wanted, to make up for the mouse situation. We declined; while it was kind to offer we needed to get back we weren't really looking to stay in a mouse house any longer. After he left, we watched the mouse go from under the piano, to under the fridge, to the table and back to the piano. Then suddenly one popped up from under the couch. At this point it was late and, honestly, I had anxiety going to bed since I had the bedroom off the kitchen. In the morning it was clear the traps had not worked (yet). There were droppings on the kitchen table again, chairs, floor, and on the nightstand of the bedroom. After that, we packed up and got out asap. I informed the owner of what we found that morning and he apologized once more and wished us safe travels. I don't want to begrudge the property/owner, but the mouse really became a source of stress.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022