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Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home

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Exterior
We left the light on for you. Combination Door Code Locks with no keys to lose.
Off street parking for two vehicles
Living Area - sofa bed
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Place, Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven Musical Fountain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home

Excellent value in downtown Grand Haven. This listing is for the entire Cottage. Charming newly remodeled home is in walking distance to all the beautiful things that Grand Haven has to offer, restaurants, marina, waterfront stadium events, library, boardwalk to lighthouse and beach and shops galore.
Attractive three bedroom, one and a half bath home, newly remodeled, delightfully decorated with very nice and newer comfortable furnishings. It has Central Air, Fully furnished kitchen,(sorry, no dishwasher) Washer & Dryer, Charter Hi Speed Internet, Netflix, Charter cableTV,DVD/VCR, private gated backyard with large dinning table center fire table with chairs under a patio sunscreened umbrella, loungers, and large stainless gas grill. Perfect getaway for a vacation.

Nearby are Michigan Adventure Park, golf courses, restaurants and 2 shopping malls. Truly an affordable, enjoyable vacation getaway to relax, rest and have fun!
Our Cottage is registered with the City of Grand Haven and we have our permits and inspections up to date and available for your review.
Just a note, You'll notice we only have a few reviews, not to worry.
This Cottage was listed previously with another great Cottage that we used to own and have since sold and the reviews were combined with that. We have ten plus years of great reviews in our guest books, and are willing to give out references, just ask.
Thank you ,
Jan & Jerad




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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sorry, no tents, motorhomes or campers allowed on site. Our 8 person Maximun is determined by the City of Grand Haven.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 353714vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Grand Haven

Located in Grand Haven, this cottage is in the city centre and near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lake Express Ferry Terminal. Hot Spot Charters and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Grand Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Hot Spot Charters - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand River Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Don Luis Mexican Grill & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Morning Star Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Grand Armory Brewing - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Charm - Downtown - 3 BR/1.5 BA Newly Remodeled Home located?

Located in the heart of Grand Haven, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tri-Cities Historical Museum and Grand Haven Beach. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing water pressure!We enjoyed our stay very much. We were right by the beach and walking distance to restaurants and cafes. It was a lovely family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you for choosing us for your family vacation, we're glad you enjoyed your stay. We are only 2 blocks from downtown and 2 blocks from the boardwalk and marina. As you mentioned the beach was close approximately a 1mile short drive.Your family is welcome back anytime. Thanks again Jerad
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place that is close to many Grand Haven activities. Walking to everything is possible.All the property amenities made the trip perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

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

Great Location, welcoming, clean

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage! The location was amazing and just a short walk to downtown with great local shops and restaurants. The cabin was clean and a great fit for our group. Jerad was a great communicator and host. I would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

A Great Place to Stay Near Downtown Grand Haven

The updated house was clean and well stocked with a terrific super responsive host if you have any questions or concerns. We loved walking to town to experience the waterfront, the pier, and especially the musical fountain on the hill across the water. Great weather, great time, great place to stay. Looking to return to this gem of a place!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn Z.

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

Great family meeting place

It was a great cottage with everything imaginable available to use if needed. The outdoor spaces were comfortable and complete for relaxation and meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect location to all the fun in Grand Haven. Everything we needed was provided including some much-appreciated sun umbrellas for the beach!! Plenty of room for 5 adults. Loved the big table in the living area so we could all play cards at night. Having 3 separate bedrooms was really nice. The backyard was such a great feature too with plenty of places to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Highly recommend

The property is exactly as pictured & described. Check-in was very easy and the home and yard were very clean & well maintained. The owner(s) are helpful and have thought of everything you might need for a getaway in Grand Haven. It’s a short & convenient walk to both the river and downtown, so the location is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was absolutely perfect! So clean and well kept. The location was very close to town. We will be coming back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Wonderful Accommodations / Location in Downtown Grand Haven, MI

Beautiful home! Excellent location! As someone who has been coming to Grand Haven for summer vacations since I was a small child, staying in this VRBO home was quite a treat! Had a great time being back in Grand Haven once again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the location, but not the parking situation. It was tight. It was very clean, had plenty of space and beds for our family of 6, beautiful private backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett W.

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

Great Experience

The property was clean, close to town, and perfect for a family with four kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you for leaving the Cottage in such great shape. Your Family is welcome back anytime. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Grand Haven and at our Cottage as it is in walking distance to most anything. We hope to see you again sometime. Jerad and Jan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

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

Grand Haven charm

Wonderful rental with all amenities. Great location to it all..Beach , shopping, restaurants, marinas, and the musical fountain. House is wonderfully updated with a gorgeous firepit table and gazebo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson O.

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

Great cottage in downtown Grand Haven!

We loved our stay here! Charming little house just a short walk from the main street in downtown Grand Haven and to the channel. Very clean, smelled great when we walked in. Beds were comfy and clean, bathrooms were clean and well-stocked. Beautiful backyard with shade was perfect after a long day in the sun at the beach. Would recommend this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Clean and quiet charm!

This house had everything we needed. Comfortable, clean, and great place for our adult kids to stay, having their own comfortable bedroom with attached bath, downstairs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Awesome rental

Pictures do not even do it justice. Cute, cozy and truthfully the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. Communication with the owner was very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

Cozy Cottage lives up to its name

Easy check in. Cottage was very clean and charming, plenty of room for our family. Love how close it is to so many attractions! The house is full of amenities, almost everything you could think of. The backyard is amazing! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Summertime Fun for All

Our family enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was clean and very comfortable. The location was great for a wide variety of activities. We especially liked North Beach Park for swimming. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin L.

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

Lovely cottage in a great location!

Jerald’s cottage was just lovely for our small group in town for a wedding. He was such an accommodating host. The property was clean and in an amazing location walking distance to downtown, which had much to offer! The backyard was asortable and its amenities such as lounge chairs and a fire helped us relax in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Amazing place and host!

The stay from start to finish was flawless - cute and ornate cottage filled with character around every corner. It's a prime location near the waterfront with a phenomenal backyard. The host is supper communicative and there to help with anything that may pop up during booking through checkout. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

beth p.

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

Birthday visit with Family

Great location. Great backyard. Good shower. Well stocked. Small. Bit difficult having one shower and no dishwasher.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Perfect Property!

What a fun find for our weekend in Grand Haven! We enjoyed walking for ice cream and enjoying downtown both nights. The cottage is quaint and very nicely restored with modern necessities. Lots of blankets and linens. The backyard swings and seating area was a great place to relax. Thank
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

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

A Grand Haven

Nice classic old-style home with updated features. Great location for a short walk to harbor or stroll downtown. Was perfect for our family with two teenage sons. I would definitely stay here in the future whenever we are back visiting Grand Haven. Just a quick update- photos show a coffee pot however they have added a Keurig Machine- just in case you want to bring along your favorite K-Cups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kabet S.

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

Grand Haven

The house was smaller than could be appreciated in the pictures and the floor plan was a bit odd. Basement bedrooms are cold but there is an electric fireplace. All in all well worth it given the location near the waterfront. The backyard was quite interesting but unfortunately we didn't have time to use it to its fullest.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The air did not seem to work very well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Wonderful Time

Cottage Charm is a delightful place to stay. Each of the rooms was well decorated with updated finishings. Everything was clean. Kitchen was well-stocked. WiFi was great and easy to connect to. Backyard and grill were used a lot. Just blocks from everything. Neighbors were very friendly too. Definitely would stay again. Only suggestion might be a dehumidifier for basement. Not a significant issue by any means but would improve lower rooms for allergy suffers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you for the great review. Glad you pointed out that we may need a dehumidifier for the lower level. Turns out that the condensate pump on the central air conditioner wasn't working,(which would make it feel stuffy as you described.) Had a new one installed and everything works fine now. Thanks again for letting us know and your welcome back anytime. Jerad and Jan

About the host

Hosted by Jerad Syswerda

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Having been part of Grand Haven's Wonderful Summers for years and years, (just can't seem to get enough of it.) and Long before we purchased our cottage ,we would walk from the Marina to downtown shopping and restaurants and pass by "Cottage Charm" on the way secretly wishing to stay in such a Charming Cottage (hence the name) We haven't been able to retire quite yet in this beautiful town of Grand Haven but until then , you can rent Cottage Charm and see for yourself how special it is.

Why they chose this property

When this property became available it was a dream come true. It is literally close to most everything for the Summer Vacationer, and just far away enough to escape the Noise of the Traffic and the Sand in your britches. You can hear musical fountain from the property most nights and even people watch on the front porch as they stroll past coming to and fro the downtown events.

What makes this property unique

We are only two blocks away from most things. The trollies at chinook pier run several times a day and can take you to the State Park or to the Beach. Or how about less than a three minute walk to Central Park where they have Live music on Tuesday nights or an occasional wedding on the weekend ,or four minutes to the Library , or Lucy's Deli . Or walk across the street and get your hair done. We are close folks, and we supply most things ,paper products,linens, towels, ( but not beach towels) even baggies. Come join us, you'll be delighted. We'll leave the light on for you. Thank you for your inquiry, Jan and Jerad

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