You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...
Feel like you stepped back into the late 1800's in this stunning circa 1887 cottage with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the shores of Lake Michigan AND Lake Macatawa. Brand new tiled bathrooms and renovated kitchen. 5 minute walk to enormous Holland State Park/Beach/Playground, "Big Red" Lighthouse, piers, Ottawa Beach marina, Mt. Pisgah, and Ottawa Beach Inn. You can relax and enjoy every moment in this beautiful home. Large dining room, three porches, and multiple areas to relax and enjoy the beauty of Holland, Michigan!
Property manager
Michael Nelson
Languages
German
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Absolutely no smoking due to fire hazard
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Due to age of cottages, NO fires or fireworks!
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
About the neighborhood
Holland, MI
What's nearby
Holland State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Ottawa Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Tunnel Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 30 min drive - 30.1 km
Getting around
Holland Station - 15 min drive
Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant - 12 min drive
Captain Sundae - 14 min drive
Beechwood Grill - 8 min drive
Captain Sundae - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH... pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH...?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH... located?
Located in Ottawa Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holland State Park and Lake Michigan. Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk and Ottawa Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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WELCOME TO HARBOR HOUSE! STEP BACK IN TIME AND RELAX AT THE BEACH... Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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We had a wonderful time at Harbor House. We were in town to celebrate our son’s college graduation. We had three generations in the home which had plenty of space to gather together as well as to venture off when you wanted some down time. We really enjoyed the front porch and being so close to the beach for morning walks.
This was our second time at harbor house. Old house, but bathrooms and kitchen nicely updated. Favorite places are the front porch and big table on the back shaded deck. Ate outside as much as we could. Everyone want to go back.
We had two goals. We wanted to spend time at the beach and we wanted to see the fireworks over Lake Michigan. From this perfect location we were able to enjoy both with ease. The walk to the beach was a breeze for our 30-somethings and the drive for our oldsters was 3 minutes from starting the car to parking it near the beach. Very easy access to the boardwalk, two places for ice cream and other nearby features. We loved our stay at Harbor House. The house itself was comfortable, only a little creaky, very nice bathrooms and kitchen.
The cottage is located on historic Ottawa Beach among many old cottages, some dating from the late 1880’s. It is located a five minute walk from the beautiful Holland State Park Beach. This is an excellent location for beach walking and hiking. It has a lovely harbor view. The cottage a recently renovated kitchen and two nice bathrooms. The living spaces and bedrooms are adequate, but very noisy due to the vintage charm of of old wood floors and thin wooden walls separating the rooms. We enjoyed our stay despite the very cold weather. Holland has a lot to offer.
Wonderful stay in Holland -- a lovely beach destination (a mere 5 minute walk away). Stayed with friends for a weekend reunion -- 6 adults + 5 kids. House is an oldy but a goodie, with recently renovated bathrooms that were quite usable and comfy (great showers). There are no baths, but large sinks in which we could bathe the babies. Equipped with several porches, barbecue, full kitchen, beautiful light.
A couple of things to know, to set your expectations (acknowledging this is a wonderful spot): If you're looking for intimacy from room to room, this is not your pick -- rooms are separated by thin wood lats so sound travels well. The mattresses are quite old in the top floor rooms and can be a little tight for 2 people over 5'10". There is one king sized bed in a large room downstairs. It's a 2-3 minute walk from the parking lot to the house, and there is a chariot thing to roll all your stuff so it works quite well unless you've packed everything but the kitchen sink.
Classic old house. Everything works. Kitchen well equipped. Lots of deer to watch, and lake is beautiful even in the winter. Only challenge is the house is about the length of a football field away from the parking area. Sidewalks were not plowed out from the snow so moving stuff in took some effort. Had a very good time with family members. Good memories.
Nice property! Kitchen and bathroom update is great. Could have used more than 3 parking spaces but the additional parking on the street worked out ok. Great to have condiments and spices available. We had 8 people and your home provided plenty of room. You may want to check your hot water heater since we had to run the water quite a while to get hot water in the sinks whcih seemed like quite a waste of water. You have a lovely view and we enjoy the deer visitors. The color was exquisite.
Our family of 3 generations had a great time at the house and enjoyed the beautiful views, hiking up Mt. Pisgah, and walking to the beaches. The house was well-equipped, clean, and we felt right at home.
This property has great character and an excellent location. The cottage has recently remodeled bathrooms and new ss kitchen appliances. We especially enjoyed the deer in the yard and walks to the beach and Mt Pisgah. Nice antiques throughout. When it was cool and rainy we enjoyed puzzles, the big screen TV, reading, and dominos.
Had a great few days at Harbor House. Very good accommodations
Janice S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Jo B.
20 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Harbor House in Macatawa
Positives: (1) updated bathrooms are excellent except upstairs needs window coverings; (2) kitchen updated and well-equipped;
Needs Work: (1) several light bulbs were burned out; (2) all bedrooms needed more and better table lamps for reading; (3) upstairs bathroom and some bedrooms need window coverings; (4) rocker in living room needs minor repair - arm rest kept falling off; (5) rim inside dishwasher door had not been cleaned - dried food left on; (6) vintage bed in upstairs room right of bathroom door needs to be stablized - mattress was fine, but bed was shaky
VRBO description needs to include that car parking is not immediate to the house property. While the location worked beautifully for my group, the description sounds like the house is much closer to the water and beach. "Walking distance" is a stretch because of the what's between the house and the beach.
Perfect location and space for a long weekend trip with extended Family. We loved being close to both Lake Michigan and across from Lake Macatawa. The house was a nice mix of historical ambiance and modern updates.
The property was in a great location with easy walk to beach and general store! The house is definitely old but charming. Two nice big tables for meals and a few smaller ones too. Kitchen and bathrooms are nice and updated. Noise is definitely a problem but there are fans in every room which help some. Nice towels and kitchen stocked well. Windows upstairs need definitely need coverings but owner said they are order. Lovely neighborhood!!
The house was charming and in a wonderful location. It’s was very clean and well equipped. It was our first family trip to Ottawa Beach and everyone wants to come back.
This house is great. It has a combination of old and new. The kitchen and bathrooms are updated. There is lots of of eating space, inside and outside. The location is perfect, walking distance to the state park and general store. Living room is small, but there is a porch to sit on too.
Great historic house was just what we needed for a relaxing week in Holland. Everything was as-advertised. Easy walk to the beach, or down the hill to ice cream shop, or around the corner to hiking for a great view.
My wife, three young children and I enjoyed the amenities of the home, the great childrens bedroom and the easy access to the beach. We would stay here again.
We really enjoyed our stay! We were in town for college graduation, and enjoyed being close to both campus and the lake. It was fun to be able to walk to the beach as well. We had a few questions and the owners were very helpful. (Note: don't use Waze for directions, it takes you to a house on Auburn instead of Pavillion.)
We rented The Harbor House for our family Christmas! We loved it - a very beautiful and comfortable house. A very comfortable and perfect home! Michael answered any email that I sent within the hour. And it was very accessible for my daughter in law in a wheelchair! We had a wonderful time!
R Swaney