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In the heart of Historic Ottawa Beach resort area, this vintage beach cottage offers an idyllic retreat. Walk along the channel into the state park and watch boats pass by or stroll down to Lake Michigan's sandy beach and enjoy magnificent sunsets.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.

  • This vintage beach cottage is located in the sand dune hills of Historic Ottawa Beach resort area. Bike paths, sidewalks and board walks surround this cottage giving you access to Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. Walk down the hill and go to the General Store, climb Mt. Pisgah, or walk along the channel into the state park and watch the boats go by. Go the other direction and walk along the upper or lower board walk until you get to the sandy beach of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the sun and surf and don't forget to stay for at least one of our magnificent sunsets.
    This cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It has a screened in front porch and an open outdoor back porch.

    Please note that there are 2 parking spaces designated for this cottage. The walk from the parking area to the cottage is about 100 ft. I have 2 extra parking passes if needed for another parking area a little farther away.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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 the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Ottawa Beach, a neighbourhood in Holland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Holland State Park. Holland Area Arts Council and DePree Art Center and Gallery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Holland travel guide
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Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • A pier with rocks in the water, a lighthouse, and sailboats in the distance.
    Holland State Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A red lighthouse, a sandy beach, and a parking lot with cars.
    Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A red lighthouse, a large fallen tree, and a sandy beach with a pier in the background.
    Ottawa Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Silhouettes of people standing on sand dunes during sunset.
    Saugatuck Dunes State Park
    27 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Lake Macatawa
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station
    15 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Biggby Coffee
    15 min drive
  • Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Reservoir
    13 min walk
  • Deboer Bakkerij South
    13 min drive
  • Beechwood Grill
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach. located?

Located in Ottawa Beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Macatawa and Holland State Park. Lake Michigan is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Historic Cottage by Holland State Park and Lake Michigan Beach. Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute place with plenty of room. We had a great stay. Although one bed wasn't made up when we got there and the neighbors were very rude about the parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tabitha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage near Lake Michigan. We stayed just a couple days, but we had everything we needed. The beach was a short walk and the sunset was gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach cottage

Nice historic cottage with comfy beds. Great location for a quiet beach vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great cute place to stay. Historic home. You park in a lot near the home and walk to the house. No street or garage for parking, but the parking is free and included with the rental. Short walk to the beach and other shops on the main street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was Great

Great location. Harriet was very responsive when contacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Excellent location and peaceful setting, with easy access to the amenities of and around Ottawa Beach. Loved the screened-in porch with view of woods and Lake Macatawa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Was our second stay here. Family of 6, with 4 kids from 10-13. All had a wonderful time. House is perfect, short walk to beach and to general store for ice cream. Will stay again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kelly h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

This home is just a short walk (about .3 miles) on a picturesque boardwalk to a beautiful beach. The sunset was stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lindsay c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed for daughters softball tournament

This cute little cottage was perfect for us! With a short walk to the beach and the beautiful views. Only downside was bringing all of our belongings in and out but we figured it out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

We had a wonderful time in Holland and the cottage was perfect for our family . The check in process was easy and the house was very clean. We would definitely stay in this home again when we are back in Holland
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

really neat place!

the pictures really tell the story - the outdoor areas, the veranda, the rooms, the decor -- just a really neat fun getaway, right where Lake Mac and Lake Mich meet - what more could anyone ask for! The only negative is being sad to leave and wishing you could stay a little longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cottage near beach

Location was excellent and was peaceful and quiet. It was a short walk, or drive, to the beach. Everything we needed was there except it would be good to provide shower soap in both bathrooms and not just shampoo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and charming property

The location of this property was fabulous. A short walk to the beach and connected to very cool paths to the state park and lake Michigan. The area is quaint and historic, and the house was very charming. The furnishings could use some updating, but the things were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great area and unique house with history. Upper bathroom could use some work. Everything worked good & had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

We had a great stay and the location was excellent. We enjoyed lots of time at the beach and biking on the bike paths. Some furnishings and fixtures could use a bit of repair, but that’s to be expected in an older home. Overall it fit our needs very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little place with charm

I loved this stay and would totally recommend it. The walk to the lake is fabulous. My only hesitation in recommending it was, as described in the great communication from the host, was the parking and wayfinding was pretty tricky since we got in late at night. Providing a precise GPS location would have definitely coming in handy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

3 couples to attend a Holland wedding

Lovely historic cottage in a unique setting of associated historic cottages. Wonderful screened porch. Only drawback was the poor queen bed mattress upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Reunion

This was a perfect place for my 3 Sisters and myself having a weekend Reunion. It was within walking distance of the Holland Lighthouse and that made it great for one of us who loves Lighthouses. The area had some great restaurants that we enjoyed and the Farmers Market was great fun on Saturday too. Harriet the owner was very easy to reach and get assistance as we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vintage Charm

Wonderful location. Very cute vintage but has all the necessities and then some for a wonderful enjoyable stay. Walking distance to favorite ice cream and beach. Was in awe with the vintage artifacts merged with beach theme. Host was very receptive and loved them games and books.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had beautiful weather for our late September stay so were able to enjoy the relaxing back porch and lovely view. The house accommodated our group of nine really well. It was a very cool old house. Could use a bit of a dusting on the knick knacks and corners, and I don't suggest coming in in the dark. With the way the parking is and where the house is located, we struggled a bit. The walk to the parking lot isn't huge, but you do need to be prepared for carrying your luggage from there. The neighborhood is lovely, but there's one grumpy neighbor who informed us not to unload in front of her house (which took us literally one minute to get groceries out). But plenty of other waving neighbors as we drove by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great cottage retreat with nice walkways to lake Michigan beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teressa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot. Loved the screened in porch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our girl’s weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us...

Annual fishing trip. So close to the Marina. Great, comfortable stay.Works perfectly for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun getaway

Great location to the beach !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023