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Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony

Photo gallery for Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1

This is Upper main house west facing side. Shown for reference only
West view as you approach property seen to right
Main Entrance to unit. Unit is one level below street. Overhangs hillside
Deck sitting area
Back porch sitting area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Macatawa, MI
  • Place, Sanctuary Woods Preserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Holland State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ottawa Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1

Situated adjacent to the sandy beaches of private and exclusive Macatawa Park, home to Holland Light House and birthplace of Wizard of Oz. Guests can enjoy usual beach activities and later watch the sunset. The unit is overlooks a wooded valley which gives a really cool "tree house" feeling, yet also has a small view to the lake, which you can see in the photos.

Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, 1 bedroom/ 1bath attached apartment. Please note that the first photo shown is not the unit but for visual reference of property on which unit is located. The actual unit is one level below the main house but isn't really a basement since the backside of the house cascades down the hillside. There is even a lake view through the trees shown in the photos.

The unit is very well-equipped with beach equipment (see list), it's own deck area with gas grill. There is even a huge outdoor shower one level below with all soaps and a mirror for shaving.

The main bedroom has a bunk bed along with a queen-sized bed, while the living room is furnished with a full-size sleeper sofa with firm memory foam mattress. Comfortable for sleeping 2 adults plus 1-2 children (I do not consider this property toddler friendly, nor is it child safe guarded). The quaint living room is surrounded by windows that have blinds if you prefer more privacy. There is a small kitchen with full size amenities including oven, microwave and full size refrigerator/freezer but NO dishwasher.

In short, we try to provide everything so you can just arrive and play.

Off-season long-term rental is available. The larger adjoining home is also available at certain times but not listed on VRBO.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not toddler protected
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Events

No events allowed
Too small for parties and parking very limited
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premise

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
Note from host: Too small for parties and parking very limited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holland

Located in Holland, this apartment is on the waterfront. Holland Museum and The Felt Estate are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Holland Community Aquatic Center and Craigs Cruisers. Sundae Sundae Golf Golf and Dutch Village are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Macatawa, MI

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary Woods Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holland State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ottawa Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mt. Pisgah Dune Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Dutch Village - 15 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 19 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Reservoir - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Ranchos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Apartment, Macatawa Park, Comfortably sleeps 2 + 1 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Sanctuary Woods Preserve. DeGraaf Nature Center and Laketown Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

We loved our stay here. The owner could not be more kind or accommodating. Clean and beautiful.

Macatawa, Michigan is a lovely place and this small apartment was perfect for us. We absolutely loved the location and enjoyed watching thunderstorms from our covered deck. The place is well kept up and the owner is fantastic. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Love the Treehouse!!

This property is located in one of the most unique and beautiful communities I’ve ever been to. A private beach for the community, tennis courts and neighbors that are so friendly and kind. It’s really like stepping back in time. The owner is so great and goes above and beyond to make your stay memorable. I can’t aay enough about how wonderful everything was. Anything and everything you need is provided. The apartment is well stocked and the view from the balcony is beautiful! I can’t waot to get back to this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Garrett H.

Nice place/great location, but you're not alone

Pro's: The property was very well kept and very clean. It was a nice, quiet neighborhood in a wooded area on the dunes about a 1/4 mile walk to the beach. Steve was very friendly and extremely thorough in the details he provided on the property. Con's: If you're taller than 6'2" you'll probably feel the ceilings are low and the bed a bit small. Also, the apartment area we stayed in was connected to the main living area by french doors that could not be locked, we we're awaken the first morning by the renters in the other unit playing music and our second morning when they decided to come into our living area uninvited by simply unlocking the door and walking in while my wife and I were sleeping. I would propose having a door that could be locked from either side, making future renters aware they might have uninvited guests visit, and/or putting up signs forbidding renters not to go into other units. Because of this we kept our valuables locked in our car not knowing if our neighbors would return while we were away Overall, it was a nice stay and appreciate Steve's hospitality by opening his home to us and providing recommendations on things to do and places to go
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., River Forest, IL

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

Fantastic location, very comfortable and clean

We had a great time staying here. Everything exceeded our expectations. We really needed to get out of the house and wanted to go someplace clean, safe, and with places to walk. The beach is a short walk, there's a trail through the woods, and the place itself was immaculate. Could not have been nicer. The owner makes sure you have everything you need and was available whenever we had a question. Truly fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

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

Loved our stay!

We truly enjoyed our stay! The area is so unique and beautiful, the fall colors were spectacular. Loved downtown Holland and the area. Steve, the owner, was extremely helpful with info on the property and the area. The place was clean and comfortable, and the beds were cozy. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

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

A comfortable home and a thoughtful host.

We loved the Macatawa experience and Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Very nice

No worries
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gina DeCroix R.

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

Perfect Getaway

It couldn’t have been more beautiful. Our family had the most wonderful mini vacation. We loved the location, the neighbors, the beach, and the nearby attractions. Steve was wonderful and we hope to come back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kayli B.

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

Great Anniversary Getaway

We husband and I had an amazing trip with our three year-old to celebrate our anniversary. Steve and Karen are just about the nicest people you’ll ever meet and were extremely helpful and so easy to communicate with! The place was really nice and was in a great location - just a few minute walk to the beach. I’m so glad we booked our trip with them, and we hope to be back some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Les E.

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

Great view of Lake Michigan

A wonderful getaway. Property was quiet and secluded (does require some walking from parking area to apartment) but the views were spectacular.. Owner very easy to work with. Will definitely plan a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karmen B.

Great property & friendly owners!!

My family of 4 stayed at the cottage apartment for a long weekend and had a great time! We were greeted upon our arrival by the owner Steve who introduced us to the area. The apartment was perfect, including location near the private beach, use of the private outdoor shower to clean off from the beach, use of the beach chair, umbrella, etc. Apartment was clean and tidy and had plenty of space for the 4 of us. Beautiful scenery around the apartment. Will definietly be back in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rolland S.

Awesome Apartment in a Beautiful Area

We had such a wonderful time during our stay. Owner is a great guy who was very helpful and suggested walking paths and restaurants in the area. The neighborhood itself is really beyond description. High up in the trees - so secluded and peaceful. Short walk to a great private beach. This place was exactly what we we looking for. We definitely will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Amazing location!

Beautiful location; close to everything; well equipped apartment; we had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Beautiful view, private beach, very helpful owners.

We had a great long weekend. The owner was very helpful. We even had a bottle of wine and windmill cookies upon arrival. Place was very clean and well stocked. The private beach requires a walk down a kind of steep hill but it is worth it! Beautiful, quiet, private beach right on Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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I love the outdoors and being around water. My interests range from kiteboarding, sailing, motor boating and many other sail driven vehicles. I often tell my kids that it's not the size of the boat but rather the size of fun that that really matters.

Why they chose this property

Unique and exclusive lake front community

What makes this property unique

This condo/ apartment is ideal for a couple of small family. Whether as overflow from another cottage nearby or a get away, the property offers access to a private area without renting a larger and more-expensive house.
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