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Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas

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Gauntlett Beach House
Second Floor Master Bedroom with Queen Bed
Second Floor Bedroom with two single beds.
Spacious eat-in kitchen.
Well equipped modern kitchen with small bar area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fennville, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Silver Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas

Wonderful family vacation home on the Lake Michigan shore of Pier Cove. Only two hours from Chicago, this spacious house is located five miles south of Saugatuck/Douglas and ten miles north of South Haven on scenic Lakeshore Drive in the heart of Michigans 'Art Coast'. This large and wonderfully decorated 1870 vintage restored farmhouse can sleep 8 adults in 4 bedrooms. Three bedrooms have queen beds, the fourth room has twins. Additionally there is a nursery attached to the largest upstairs bedroom that has a twin bed, full crib and bassinet which will accommodate 1 infant and 1 toddler/child for a maximum of 10 persons. The house is equipped with central air conditioning and a wood burning fireplace. The beautiful large, eat-in kitchen with a granite topped island and stainless steel appliances opens on to a wooden deck for outdoor eating/grilling/cocktails/and sunset watching.
The kitchen has 2 high chairs and 2 booster seats also for the kids. Baby gates also provided as well as toys and books for toddlers.
There is a large second deck on the bluff above the beach with more seating to enjoy the lake views and sunrise and sunsets. This is a lovely spot for your morning coffee or evening beverage.
It is only a few steps to your private beach ( beach chairs provided) Bring your towels and toys for relaxing days in the the water and sand. Perfect !! We provide wood for your nighttime beach fire. In addition to playing on the beach, the house has a large yard and is surrounded by woods with walking trails through the adjacent Pier Cove Ravine . There is a jogging style stroller that can be used on the trails or road.

The Gauntlett Beach House is perfect for families, girl friend weekends, couples and friends wanting to do wine tasting or visit craft breweries or play golf at the 3 courses within a few miles of the house.
And if you are an art lover you will find it all here in the many fine galleries and shops in Saugatuck, Douglas, and at Ox Bow School of the Arts.
Do you love musical theater ? Check out the professional shows at Mason Street Theater, part of
The Saugatuck Center for the Arts. Before the show you will have your choice of fine dining in the many
restaurants of the area.



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Property manager

Celeste Teters Gauntlett

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Do not allow smoking outside on deck/porch
Weekly rentals only from Sat June 21 to Sat Aug 23 2025 All other times, minimum 2nights. &

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Saugatuck Dunes State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Butler Street - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Silver Lake - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Oval Beach - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 19 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pier Cove Farm House W/ Private Beach & Wooded Trails Near Saugatuck /Douglas located?

This family-friendly Fennville holiday home is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Kalamazoo Lake. Beery Field and Kalamazoo River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deana S.

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

Charming, yet modern farmhouse south of Saugatuck

Lovely old farmhouse with charm and modern conveniences. Fully stocked for whatever you would need. And even though there was only one shower, the additional enclosed, outdoor shower was a hit with our group! The beach was right across the street, a short walk down the stairs. Lovely sandy beach, but you might need water shoes as the shoreline is a bit rocky. Easy drive to Saugatuck, Holland, and South Haven.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Wonderful long weeked getaway

Very nice older farm hose with plenty of space indoors and out. Loved the screened-in porch, back deck and functional kitchen. Entire family loved the private beach and deck overlooking the lake. Owners are exceptional people who helped enhance our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie W.

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

Perfect getaway!

My family and I stayed at the Gauntlet House to celebrate all of our May and June birthdays. We had a wonderful stay! Celeste and Dexter are wonderful hosts and their property is perfect. We will absolutely be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joyce T.

Wonderful place to stay

Great house - lots of character. Beds were comfortable, screened-in porch was a great place to watch the sunset, take a nap or read, well-stocked kitchen with everything you would need. Will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Denis H.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house was perfect and we loved the location. Easy trips into Saugatuck and Holland for wine and beer tasting in the area. It was a great weekend for a group of adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L., Chicago, IL

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

Great place to relax

Loved our stay here. The beach was a three minute walk from the front door and a special mile walk through the forest in the back also allowed us to enjoy nature and relax. The house has everything you could want and the owners (who live next door) were warm and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

rosanna G.

Lovely estate

Lovely historic home full of oldworld charm. Beach has lots of sand this year. Owners are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

ann h.

lovely

Celeste always has the house sparkling when we arrive. Its very comfortable and we always enjoy our stay. The location is wonderful - able to see sunset from porch if we can't get down to beach to do so. The yard is great for the kids to play in too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vikas Pratap S.

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

Awesome Vacation Place on Lake Michigan.

A great place to spend a relaxing weekend get-away with friends and family. I enjoyed the sunset from the private deck and my son loved the beach. The mattresses were very comfortable so I had a great sleep at night. The owner was very helpful and welcoming. I will definitely revisit the place again. Thank you Celeste!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

BARTON W.

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

Comfortable old farm house with Lake Michigan access.

Easy access to Lake Michigan and sandy shore. large grassy yard where we played croquet and corn hole. Nicely updated old farm house, not fancy, but very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H.

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

Exceeded all expectations

What an amazimg location. Pics do not do justice. House is immaculate, nearby attractions amazing, private beach across street spectacular, and hosts gracious and lovely. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Martha M.

Great Family Vacation Spot!

Wonderful location for a vacation -- near Saugatuck but right on Lake Michigan! The private beach meant we could have fires (and smores!) on the beach at night. The water was lovely during our stay. We slept 9 comfortably; everyone was happy with their bedroom. We loved the outdoor shower, too! Had a great tour of Saugatuck Brewing Company from our host, Dexter. Amazing to be staying in such a historic home so beautifully updated.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ann h.

Charming Pier Cove Farm House

The house is roomy and charming. The kitchen is well equipped and easy to prepare meals. We really enjoy the yard and deck for the kids playing and eating outside. The outdoor shower is a big hit with everyone after a day at the beach. The front porch is our favorite spot to hang out. Dexter and Celests go out of their way to make our stay lovely in every way. We love coming here!!! Great Location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Charming and cozy

Our family had an amazing weekend at the Gauntlett house. Our party consisted of 8 people including our 3 year old. The house is very spacious, with a cozy atmosphere. A bonus was the nursery room off the master bedroom. We really enjoyed our little one having his own space. Celeste and Dexter were very welcoming and really went the extra mile to accomadate our family. We would definitely stay at this property again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Perfect place for our family!

Our family had a great time at the Gauntlett house! The house was charming, clean, very comfortable and there was plenty of room for everyone. The nursery/bedroom upstairs was perfect for the two kids and their parents. It was very nice to have the beautiful beach so close that we could walk back and forth with the little ones (1 yr. and 3 yrs.) and their sand toys without any trouble. A bonfire fire and S’mores at the beach one night was a definite highlight of the trip. Beautiful! We also really enjoyed the proximity to Saugatuck. Great little town.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas I.

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

Family Beach Vacation

My wife and her sister decided to have a joint family vacation. We researched most of the western Michigan coast before stumbling upon the Gauntlet House listing. This location ended up exceeding our expectations. The house is older, but equipped with modern kitchen/laundry appliances and air conditioning. Our kids especially enjoyed the option for indoor or the outdoor shower, after hours spent at the private beach. The location is perfect if you want to stay away from crowds, but also only few minutes from multiple activities and dining in Saugatuck/Douglas, Fennville, or Holland. Best family vacation we have ever planned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie M., Chicago

The best vacation!

We just returned home after spending four nights at Celeste and Dexter's house and to say we had a great time is an understatement. The house is huge, even closer to the water than it looks in the photos, with a large backyard for the kids to run around. We had four adults, three toddlers, and a baby and had PLENTY of room. It was equipped with everything you would need to make breakfast, lunch and dinner. Celeste and Dexter live next door and are extremely helpful and friendly, and always available to answer any questions. The beach is clean and private, and like I said, very close to the house. We cannot recommend this house enough for your next vacation and will definitely be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allison K., Oak Park, IL

Perfect August week in Michigan!

We spent a week with family to end our summer and couldn’t have had a better time. The location of the property is perfect — you really can’t beat walking to your own private beach. The host helped us build a beach fire one night, and the kids loved it. Another night we had a pizza party on the deck while we watched the sunset. On a couple of overcast days, we drove I to town and hit up all the tourist spots, which everyone also loved. It was perfect to be close to town but still have our own private oasis. We have three young children and were joined for a few days by our brother and sister-in-law and their three young children — although It sounds like a recipe for chaos, this house actually allowed us to relax on vacation (we couldn’t believe it!). My daughter and I spent an hour each morning making friendship bracelets on the screened in porch, and we spent the rest of the day on the beach. Definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Kid and Baby Friendly

Its an old farmhouse with updated amenities. The downstairs was very friendly to the 3 year old, 14 month old, and 11 month old in our group. This was a huge benefit to us because we could be in the kitchen cooking and it was comfortable having the babies in the living room and letting them roam without worrying about their whereabouts. Celeste and Dexter, the owners, were very accommodating to our family and had pack-n-plays set up for us when we arrived and also made us a bonfire on the beach. The key points of the Gauntlett house were the screened in porch, outdoor shower, and private beach with cabana. It was also nice to have cable for the children to watch cartoons and a grill to barbecue several nights. I recommend this house for a large family seeking to relax both indoors and at the beach. The house is close to several towns with neat things to do like shopping, restaurants, and boat rentals. The money is well worth it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

April c.

Perfect HOME away from HOME for a week!

This updated and very clean home is the place you want to be for a weekend or a week away. You will fall in love with the gorgeous view of the lake from the front sun porch each morning while you have your coffee. You are just a few steps away from the nice stairs that will take you down to the beach. Chairs, hammocks and the gorgeous beach await you. The palopa is great for those who prefer to stay out of the sun or to house kiddos who may need a rest. The Gauntletts' graciously provided fire wood at the top of the steps if we wished to have a bonfire. After the day at the beach the outdoor shower was a great place to clean up and soap and shampoo were provided. We enjoyed very nice dinners on the back deck enjoying the wooded scenery and gorgeously kept gardens. The home was immaculate with great bedrooms and linens that were very clean and decorated in very good taste. The home was stocked with all the items we needed for dinners in the home as well as dish detergents, toilet paper, propane and clothing detergents. Dexter visited often to check on us and was there to answer questions and help if needed. However, we had everything we needed. I highly recommend this gorgeous home. You will love staying in the Gauntlett's home as well as enjoy Saugatuck brewing and other fine restaraunts and places near by.

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

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

Awesome family vacation spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! There was plenty of room for our group of 6 adults and 4 children. The private beach was perfect. The deck overlooking the water was the perfect place to enjoy coffee in the morning. The hosts could not have been kinder or more accommodating. We will definitely return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Girl’s weekend at the Gauntlet House.

This beautiful old farmhouse was a true joy to stay in the past several days. The house is tucked away in the woods with direct access to the lake. The neighborhood is perfect and we felt perfectly safe walking miles around the property each morning on our workouts. There is even a great nature preserve up the street to explore. The house is within several miles of town as well as all the great breweries (Virtue!) and wineries. So fun!! We saw deer, baby turkeys, rabbits, and lots of fish! My favorite spot was definitely the hammock in the backyard, which is perfectly placed under a canopy of trees. Celeste and Dexter are awesome hosts and the house was clean and comfortable! Will for sure be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

steve v.

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

Celeste and Dexter were awesome hosts!

The Gauntlett house is very charming, clean and location is very private. My hope is that my family make it a tradition to come back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Relaxing Girls Weekend

Unique old house with original antique decor. Well kept property. Be prepared for many, many steps down to Lake, then back up. Downstairs bathroom could use some care. Overall, nice getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

Little slice of heave.

Celeste and Dexter Are such nice people. Checked in on us, helped out with whatever we needed. The Property is absolutely gorgeous and the view of the sunset and private beach was most definitely one of the highlights of our trip. It was such a needed getaway for a group of best friends. Everyone had a great time and would love to come back again. We had a group of nine and there was plenty enough room for sleeping, gathering, eating. The outside shower was amazing as well. Such a neat feature.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

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Hosted by Celeste Teters Gauntlett

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