Imagine awakening to the serene views offered by this charming 1950's lakefront cottage, located in nostalgic Macatawa Hills. Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny deck overlooking your own stretch of private Lake Michigan beach or cozy up for movie night on the comfy sofa.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9122 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views
Imagine awakening to the stunning views offered by this charming 1950's lakefront cottage. The only thing between you and the beach is the private stairs leading directly to Lake Michigan.
All main floor living - you will find 4 separate bedrooms and 2 full baths to accommodate your family and friends. Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny deck overlooking your own stretch of private Lake Michigan beach.
Breakfast can be served at the roomy table located in the kitchen area or spread out at the spacious picnic table. Grab the best seat in the house on the comfy sofa and enjoy the vista or cozy up for movie night.
Four bedrooms and a sun porch offer a variety of sleeping options - master bedroom has a king bed and a private bath with tub and separate shower. Kids will love the built-in bunks reminiscent of a ship cabin. Additional guest room provides a twin daybed with pop up trundle and converts into a king bed if needed and additional guest room has a queen size bed. Three season porch has a twin daybed and the best views! These bedrooms share a full bath with tub/shower.
THE LOCATION This cottage is located in nostalgic Macatawa Hills - a private gated community home to vacation seekers for over 100 years. Kayaks and paddleboards can be rented nearby and be enjoyed on nearby Lake Macatawa as well as Lake Michigan. Rent bikes for everyone and pedal to downtown Holland to enjoy a world class variety of dining, shopping, breweries and entertainment. Take a day trip to nearby Saugatuck/Douglas and experience all this artistic enclave has to offer.
West Michigan is so much more than just Lake Michigan - come find out what everyone is talking about!
*Please note that a twin daybed has been added to the three seasons room in the entryway.
Check out this YouTube video of the rental: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLMHC--QMc8
CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT TIMES Check-In Time: 4pm Check Out Time: 10am *Please note that early check-ins and late checkouts are not available.
PARKING Please note that there are three parking spaces provided.
CANCELLATION POLICY - Cancel within 48 hours of making your reservation at no charge. - Cancel 30 days or more in advance, and receive a full refund. - Cancel 14 days in advance, and receive a 50% refund. - No refunds for cancellations less than 14 days in advance of reservation start date.
There are no refunds for early departures, reduction of nights rented, or delayed arrivals due to inclement weather or any other factor. Please consider trip insurance to protect your investment.
MANAGEMENT This property is managed locally by BVW Unsalted Vacations Property Management in Holland, MI. We provide all linens, bath and beach towels as well as a starter supply of cleaning and paper products as well as emergency maintenance services. Call and speak with one of our Escape Artists today and let us help you plan your next 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!
REVIEWS "We had such a wonderful and relaxed vacation at this little rental. The view of the lake is wonderful and sunsets on the beach we're fantastic. The cabin has history but has been updated with comfortable furniture had everything we needed for eating, sleeping and enjoying our time together. Thank you for this little gem." Terri C.
"This is our second year renting Cherry on Top and our first time here with our 6 month old. The location of this cottage cannot be beat and we love that basically everything is provided - beach chairs, towels, toys, kitchen necessities, etc. The bedrooms are perfect for sleeping lots of people and a pack n play is provided which was perfect for our daughter..We were very happy with our stay and look forward to making more memories here in the future." Caitlynn H.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holland cottage is steps from Sanctuary Woods Preserve and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Michigan. Laketown Beach and DeGraaf Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Had everything we needed— beach chairs and toys for the kids, outside hose to rinse off the sand, and comfortable beds. Time with our kids and grandkids goes so by quickly.
This is our second year renting Cherry on Top and our first time here with our 6 month old. The location of this cottage cannot be beat and we love that basically everything is provided - beach chairs, towels, toys, kitchen necessities, etc. The bedrooms are perfect for sleeping lots of people and a pack n play is provided which was perfect for our daughter. We had a few minor issues with a leaky faucet, ants in the kitchen, and a broken hinge on the basement door - all of which are totally to be expected in an older, lakeside cottage - and all of which were responded to and resolved quickly. We were very happy with our stay and look forward to making more memories here in the future.
Very comfortable and fun stay for our weekend getaway. Lots of space, and amazing location right on Lake Michigan. Property manager was very responsive and helpful. Couldn’t have asked for a better weekend, and will definitely book the same cabin again!
We got married here! Just my husband and I, our baby, and our parents. It was so beautiful at sunset, and just an unbelievably beautiful location. We were so pleasantly surprised by how beautiful it was. The pictures don’t do justice. It was the perfect vibe. Low key, understated beauty.
Bethany A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Roberta I.
16 Sept 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Can’t beat the view
We enjoyed our stay at the house because the views of the lake were terrific and the location was really convenient to Holland and Saugatuck. The house itself was tired and could use some updating. Mattresses and pillows were pretty worn, although Some things seemed fairly new, couch, some lamps, linens. All in all, we enjoyed our stay but would probably look elsewhere on a return trip.
You cannot beat the location of this cottage, right on Lake Michigan! The views from living room and master bedroom are breathtaking, and the beach is just down the steps. We have stayed in Macatawa 3 times at 3 different houses, and by far, this was the best location.
The cottage itself was small, but it worked for our family. There was a master bedroom with connecting bathroom, a smaller second bedroom, and even smaller 3rd and 4th bedrooms, with a 2nd bathroom in between. With the bunk beds, the cottage comfortably slept 8.
This cottage may be OK in the summer when the windows (that work) can be open and little time is spent inside, but in the off-season (mid-October) it is damp and uncomfortable. I left after the first night of my 4-night stay, flea-bitten and unrested. Having spent most of my short time inside, the condition and cleaning problems were obvious and unsettling.
This property delivered what we expected given the pictures and description. It’s an older property with older appliances, but then again, we weren’t looking for a luxury condo. It’s a fantastic spot with great access to the beach. There are nits we could pick with an older property like this (the shower in the master bathroom does not drain well), but all told we were happy with the experience of staying there. The communication was great.
Our family of five + grandma loved our stay. There's plenty of room, great views, and a wonderful beach w/easy access of 60 steps. This rental is within a family community and is lovely. You step back in time entering the cottage with older amenities, but it doesn't deter from the home. Tighter living quarters then we were used to & it was doable. We lived outside as much as we could. Location is fantastic & close to Holland and Saugatuck.