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Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views

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Terrace/patio
Welcome to Cherry On Top!
Beach
Please note that the fireplace is not for guest use.
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9121.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds

Common Space

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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

About the area

Holland

Located in Holland, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Community Aquatic Center and Holland Area Arts Council are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holland, MI

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary Woods Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holland State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Dutch Village - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Veldheer Tulip Gardens - 18 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Deboer Bakkerij South - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Low-bluff cottage with private Lake Michigan beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Cottage | Private Beach + Sunset Views on 5 May 2026 start from AU$672, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Low-bluff cottage with private Lake Michigan beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Low-bluff cottage with private Lake Michigan beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Low-bluff cottage with private Lake Michigan beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Low-bluff cottage with private Lake Michigan beach 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).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect with the most amazing views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Amazing lake weekend

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Slice of heaven

Perfect location, great view, everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2024
We're delighted to hear that Cherry on Top was everything you hoped it would be, Bob! Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Cozy cottage

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your family vacation at Cherry On Top, Lynn! Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations. We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany A.

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

Just beautiful

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roberta I.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2021
Roberta - We are glad to hear you enjoyed your location and yes, this is an older cottage that has been recently become a vacation rental and the amenities have been reflected in the nightly rate. An amazing location with private beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Location, Location, Location!

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlynn H.

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

The perfect family retreat

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.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Caitlynn! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second stay at Cherry on Top and that the location was unbeatable for your family vacation. It's fantastic that you found everything you needed provided at the cottage, including beach chairs, towels, toys, and kitchen necessities. We're glad the bedrooms accommodated your group well and that the pack n play worked perfectly for your daughter. We apologize for the minor issues you encountered with the leaky faucet, ants in the kitchen, and broken hinge. As you mentioned, these issues can sometimes be expected in an older lakeside cottage, but we're glad our team was able to respond quickly and resolve them for you. Thank you for choosing Cherry on Top for your vacation, and we can't wait to help you create more wonderful memories in the future!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sheryl R.

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

very disappointing

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2021
Unfortunately your stay did coincide with a particularly rainy and cold weekend. I'm sure the weather contributed greatly to your less than desirable stay . Although we corresponded after your departure regarding the issues you found with the property no mention was made until this review concerning the presence of 'fleas'. We take concerns of this nature very seriously and can assure any guest there is absolutely no evidence of fleas at this or any of the properties we manage. Once again we are sorry you chose to leave early and were not able to enjoy the spectacular views and location...
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd C.

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

Good spot on the lake

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori O.

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

Great Get Away!

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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