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In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home

About the property:

This cozy Grand Haven home is nestled in the dunes with unobstructed nature views from every window. The light and scenery bring the wooded setting right to your back porch. The perfect place to unwind and disconnect by the beach.

The main floor's open concept hosts a large kitchen with high end appliances, living room, dining area and family room with wood floors and half bath. The family room opens to an incredible backyard deck area and the stone fireplace perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends over roasted marshmallows. Upstairs, you will find the three spacious bedrooms including a master suite, two bathrooms with double sinks, and an area to do laundry.

Located between Holland and Grand Haven for convenient shopping and activities. If you are up for a hike, climb the steps off the backyard to enjoy beautiful sunset views over the lake. If you like hiking, swimming, biking, or just laying by the beach; this town has so much to offer!


**Lake Michigan water levels are at a record breaking high and have washed away a large portion of our beloved dunes along with the steps leading to the private beach. No worries though, there are plenty of beaches less than a mile away to enjoy!


Policies:
- No smoking in the home
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- You are responsible for any damages the occur during you stay
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access view of the lake

Property manager

Maggy Wooten

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (176.5 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
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 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

Map
West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel Park - 12 min drive
  • Holland State Park - 14 min drive
  • Veldheer Tulip Gardens - 16 min drive
  • Dutch Village - 16 min drive
  • Hope College - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 19 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RedRock Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hopland Brewstillery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass Thai Sushi - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Sloan Pond and Lake Michigan. Port Sheldon Natural Area is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
We enjoyed our stay at Casa Amaryak. The home is located between grand haven and holland MI, close to beaches and a short ride to restaurants and shopping. The house is very clean, spacious, and ideal for cooking. We appreciated that the kitchen had everything we needed. It’s located in a beautiful area!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We were in town because my son was getting married at Camp Blodgett. We decided to make a 4 day weekend out of it and golf different courses in area too. The house was very nice inside and had plenty of spaces inside to socialize or find a spot yourself. Beds were comfortable, showers were spacious and bedrooms were too. I would definitely stay here again. And definitely take the walk up to the beach overlook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This home was exactly what we were expecting when we arrived! We had an amazing time! We would stay in this home again! It was very clean and it had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey F., Grand haven, michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter stay
We rented for a couple months over the winter while our house was remodeled. Maggy was great to work with! She’s a great communicator and quick to respond to respond to any questions. The house was perfect for our family of 4. It had all the basics of everything we needed. Best part is the stairs to an amazing view of Lake Michigan. It was a great workout with a beautiful reward at the end. Perfect location between holland and grand haven.
Stayed 91 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
We loved the house. Kitchen had everything you’d need. Beds were comfy. Laundry and all appliances were top of the line. Highly recommend this home. Ps, the restaurant at the the end of the street “ Sandy Point “ was delicious too
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Family Getaway
In the Shade, By the Beach was a great property close to Holland, beaches and parks. The setup was perfect for our group of 7 including two young children and 5 adults. The kitchen was well equipped for meals at home and the back patio was peaceful. The views from the top of the dunes on the property were incredible despite the beach being inaccessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was fine
The property was in a good location, between Holland and Grand Haven. We enjoyed our stay, but didn’t think the beds were that comfortable. The living room couch needs to be replaced and we did find it super strange that there was 1 kitchen towel, no full size towel bars in the upstairs full bathroom and the closets in the 2 bedrooms had racking in them and no place to hang up clothing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha-Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family getaway
This was a great find! It was the perfect location nestled between Grand Haven and Holland. We loved staying here with our extended family and will stay here again if we return to this area. House was clean and property surrounding was so quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Loved our stay here! House was clean, had everything we needed for a relaxing trip. Great location and easy drive to Holland and Grand Haven. Loved Windsnest beach just a few miles up the road. Our kids didn’t want to leave. Would definitely come back and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had an amazing time staying at this cozy property in the woods! It accommodated the 6 of us comfortably. Very clean, and had everything we didn’t bring from home. We enjoyed bonfires, grilling out and the trek up the stairs to watch the sunset. The only downside was not being able to access Lake Michigan from the property. Kouw Park right down the road had an amazing playground, beach, and lake access. Highly recommend this property to a family wanting to explore the Holland area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun time.
Clean and full of wildlife and wilderness. A bucket list experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Britt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed only 2 nights
Very clean. Great location. All the little "extras" like soap, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry pods, etc.. are an extra touch that makes vacationing here easier. For our short stay we didn't need to buy or bring these extras and it was appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leon D., Palmetto, Fl.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place!
Very clean and nice! We did hear "creatures" in the walls during the night. You might want to call an exterminator.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central location to tour SW Michigan Coast
Casa Arnyek is a comfortable house in a central location to enjoy touring the SW Coastal towns of Michigan. An easy drive to Grand Rapids, just outside Holland, Michigan. We enjoyed touring Grand Haven, Holland, Saugatuck, South Haven and Grand Rapids. Beer, Tulips and a tour of the Meyer May Frank Lloyd Wright house filled a 5-day visit. It was a rainy week in early May so we did not use the deck or outside areas. The stairs to the lake are as steep as they appear, so it's a workout to the top.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dad A.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the woods
Property was very nice and clean. Also accessible to local attractions, only negative part of stay was internet access very poor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Port Sheldon Retreat
This home was perfect for us. Close to family and, of course, close to the beach. Great location with quick, easy access to everything including Holland and Grand Haven. Very clean and comfortable with everything you need. Maggy was great...easy to contact and very responsive. Highly recommended from veteran VRBO clients.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniele R.

Liked: Cleanliness
2021 Girls Vaca
I loved the home, and we all slept comfortably. Home had proximity to everything that was on our to do list, both in Saugatuck and GrandHaven MI. Having 2.5 bathrooms was a huge plus. The owners kept in touch and gave feedback when I reached out with questions. I was disappointed that after climbing up 90+ steps and walking down a small plank path that there wasn’t a landing to sit on a chair or bench and take in the Lake view. There is a fence protecting the dunes, caution signs and people/homes off to the left & right. The climb up to the top of the steps was not really worth it since you couldn’t sit enjoy the view. Alas I only went up there once. We found WindsNest Beach 3.5 miles down the road and enjoyed the sunset there!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily S., Jacksonville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We came to MI for our annual family vacation and staying at Maggy’s place was amazing. The home was so clean and beautiful! My kids felt right at home! The home is roomy and spacious and my husband and I were able to enjoy time together while the kiddos played in a separate area! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to stay here and enjoy our family trip to the fullest!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay in the woods
We very much enjoyed our month long stay at Maggie’s house. The house was nicely furnished and spacious. With lots of trees on the property it was cool in the summer, and the “challenge” of climbing the stairs to the lake view was fun too!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
This was a great property that served us well. Convenient location to many area parks and beaches, but is away from the bustle of Holland traffic. Enjoyed looking from the dining room and seeing the beautiful surroundings of trees and dunes. If you're able, the walk up the stairs to the lookout over Lake Michigan is well worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We had a great time! Thank-you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene
Property is great!! Indoors and out! Very comfortable for all 6 of us! 4 teenagers and 2 adults! Hiking trails galore! Kayaking, within 10 minutes of VRBO! Beautiful beaches! I have never had such a great vacation rental. And the provided amenities are fantastic! Highly recommend and will return!!! Barb
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021