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Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town

Family-friendly holiday home in Fennville

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Exterior
Fox Eagle Dunes. Enjoy four seasons!
Take in the wooded views.
Quite and peaceful front porch.
Entry

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16390.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Butler Street
  • Place, Silver Lake
  • Place, Oval Beach

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town

Fox Eagle Dunes; 6 Bedrooms, 4 baths, plus additional sleeping accommodations. Comfortably sleeps up to 16.

Secluded home in Fennville / Saugatuck just steps to Lake Michigan! This well-appointed, spacious 6 bedroom, 4 bath home is tastefully decorated and fully equipped for comfort and convenience. Oriented on a 1.75 acre wooded lot, this home offers a private setting with several outdoor spaces and beautifully landscaped grounds.

Located just 7 miles from the shops, restaurants, & art galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas, this 4200 sq. ft. home has all the amenities you could desire for a comfortable and adventurous vacation.

Lake Access:
Lake Michigan public access for shore walking is just a short walk away (stairs)(0.3 mile walk). It is part of our area homeowner’s association. It is just an access point. The beach areas are privately owned but are available to you for shore-walking. Another access point is Pier Cove (2.2 miles) which is lake accessible for shore-walking. West Side County Park (3.0 miles) has a great picnic and grilling area.
The BEST beach experience is Oval Beach in Saugatuck (7 miles). Celebrated for its beautiful sweep of shoreline and backdrop of rolling dunes, this is the main beach in town. Its impressive pedigree of awards (Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 25 Beaches in the World, National Geographic Traveler’s Top Freshwater Beaches in the USA, and MTV’s Top 5 Beaches in the USA) is testament to its status as a summertime favorite and natural beauty spot. There are concessions, a picnic area, and adjacent parking and NO STAIRS! Something for everyone.
Another access point for shore walking is Douglas Beach Park at 3099 Lakeshore Dr, Douglas. There are also picnic tables and grills.
If you are up for a hike, there is Saugatuck Dune State park. There are several trails and they all end at the beach. It is mostly used for picnics, walking, etc.

Exterior
A long private drive accesses the peaceful wooded setting with the sounds of Lake Michigan shores close by. A spacious rear deck offers serenity, wooded views, outdoor cooking and dining. Relax in the screened porch or around the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the secluded privacy.

Interior
There are three levels to the house giving plenty of privacy to each bedroom.
Main floor features:
- Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, spacious living room, large separate dining room, and fully equipped open kitchen. Perfect for entertaining - from an informal bbq to more sophisticated dinner parties. Living room opens up through two sets of double patio doors to the large rear deck, screened in porch, gas grill, and back yard.
- A large master suite with king size bed, tv, Jacuzzi and large double shower. There is also a separate door to the back yard patio.
- 2nd bedroom,
- 2nd full bath,
- office with very comfortable queen sleeper sofa is easily converted to 6th bedroom.
- laundry room with full size washer/dryer and iron.

Second floor consists of a suite that offers a private retreat with character, convenience and tree-top views. TV with direct TV access in the room. Queen bed and additional twin bed.

Lower level area includes two additional spacious bedrooms, additional twin bed, very comfortable queen sleeper sofa, large bath, desk area, and enormous family room with several seating areas for watching TV, playing games, expanded dining space, and just hanging out after an adventurous day.

Perfect layout to enjoy each other’s company, yet have plenty of privacy.

Additional features include: central air, Wi-Fi, Cable TV, main floor laundry, gas grill, large screen TV and DVD player on lower level, and 2 additional flat screen TVs.

Steps to Lake Michigan private association lake access -- only a 0.3 mile (5 minute) walk. Accessible for shore walking.

This is not your average ‘vacation rental’ property. It’s perfect for families and friends looking for a well-appointed vacation destination. The sleeping arrangements can comfortably accommodate up to 16.

Nearby tourist attractions include: downtown Douglas, Saugatuck, Fennville, South Haven and Holland, famous for shopping, restaurants, jet skiing, kayaking, farmers markets, dune rides and the arts.

Sun and Sand - Saugatuck's Oval Beach has been rated by Conde Naste's Traveler Magazine as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world.

For outdoor adventurers, the 50,000-acre Allegan State Game Area offers boating, fishing, biking, hiking, skiing, and bird watching.

We are 10 minutes from 'Ravines Golf Club', the Arnold Palmer signature Golf Course.

Additional attractions include: Krupka’s Blueberry Farm for seasonal berry picking, Crane’s Orchard for fall apple picking, award winning wineries, outstanding local restaurants and microbreweries, and boutique shopping.

Maximum capacity 16 - including infants and children.

*Fireplace not for use of guests.

Check-In: In-Season Weekly Bookings; Saturday to Saturday at 4:00pm
Check-Out: 10:30 AM

Check-In: Off Season Bookings; Two night minimum at 4:00pm
Check-Out: 10:30 AM

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Fennville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Map
Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Butler Street - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Oval Beach - 8 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 23 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town located?

Located in Fennville, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. Water Street Gallery and Saugatuck Brewing Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay with a group of old friends. Lots of space on this very private property to catch up and lounge around. We would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice house with beautiful decor. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home with phenomenal gardens that make you feel like no one else is around. But only minutes from the shore! Truly beautiful home
Garden in back yard
Sunset over Lake Michigan
Beach walking
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was very straightforward and easy. The kitchen is well-appointed and very pretty. We were really impressed by the nice dishes and serving pieces; they were far superior to those in any other house I’ve rented. Lots of cookware and utensils. This feels like a home, not a rental property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. The pictures do not do it justice! Lovely yard and decor. Always something new to see. Very clean and organized. Ten to fifteen minute drive to many shops, restaurants and things to do. Thank you Keith for the lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halie A.

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

Wonderful getaway

Had a bunch of lousy 30somethings get together for a friends getaway- this place was great. Enough space in the front for kube/other yard games, great setup for a fire, and plenty of outdoor seating. Inside was just as great, the decor is so so tasteful and warm. Had enough space and beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V.

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

Loved this property so much!

Everything was very nice. The house is located in a beautiful area. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy T.

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

Great stay

Our extended family had a great stay! The home is spacious and clean. The property was so beautiful! The host was thoughtful and reached out to chk on us during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Wonderful

Our second year and we all really enjoy the beautiful house, garden, porch, deck and location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

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

Secluded area

The place was in a nice secluded area, great for a retreat type get away. After a few hick ups before we checked in, we enjoyed ourselves and the spacious living space, outside and inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary N.

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

Family Fun Getaway

Wooded Retreat was perfect for our family vacation. The house was spacious and comfortable, the outside lawn and gardens were beautiful and full of nature, and the location was conveniently close to various activities our group of children and adults could enjoy. We definitely would stay at Keith's Wooded Retreat, again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Family vacation

We had an excellent family vacation. The property is spectacular, very close to Lake Michigan with beautiful views a block away. The house is well maintained and the backyard beautifully landscaped. Keith is a very good host with top notch communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fabulous

A Beautiful location and gardens surround a well supplied comfortable home. I appreciated the easy maintenance of the furniture and rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica A.

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

Camp Bachelorette

We had a group of 14 girls stay here for a weekend in the woods kind of bachelorette party. The property is absolutely gorgeous and is in perfect walking distance to public beach access. Keith was so easy to work with and very responsive. Would definitely 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

BEAUTIFUL WOODED RETREAT

My family and I recently stayed at this beautiful property and all 11 of us were very impressed. We had 7 adults, 6 of whom were coupled and 4 kids 12yr, 15yr, & two 17yr and all 11 of us had our own space! We were able to come together in the shared living spaces: kitchen, family room, basement; but dont forget the wonderful outdoor living space! Front porch, back porch, campfire area as well as a sizeable front yard to volley a ball & a huge driveway! This property had everything from comfort and cozy to spacious and gorgeous, both inside and out. We saw a family of deer multiple days right out our front door. Oval Beach is a short ten minute drive and property had beach chairs to share so we did not have to bring our own. I cant say enough wonderful things about this beautiful wooded retreat. Thank you VRBO for coordinating our beautiful rental for a memorable week Saugatuck was a gem and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo D.

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

Excellent Location, Felt like home, Lots of Privacy

This home is very comfortable, clean, and provides lots of privacy. The outside sitting area is very inviting for reading, visiting. We felt very at home here. The dishwasher stopped working but Kieth was very responsive. It is close to Apple Orchards, vineyards and Saugatuck which has cute shops, restaurants and parks for kids. We were a 4 families with 2 little one's and we had plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev S.

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

Great property

Our large group had a wonderful, relaxed visit at this property. The kitchen is very well stocked, which was important to me. So many comments were made about the delightful decor. The yard is gorgeous and we spent a good amount of time on the front porch just enjoying the view. A+ property in my view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Excellent for big groups

Our group of family and friends loved our stay. The property, was beautiful, clean and was able to accommodate our large group extremely well. The set up of the home with several bedrooms and private bathrooms is great for large groups that also want some privacy as well. The landlord, Keith, was also great and easy to work with, and was even kind enough to allow us to bring a dog along. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great vacation spot and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

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

Perfect family vacation!

The house is very spacious and comfortable. The variety of spaces allowed us to be together or to have quiet time. We loved the wooded setting - perfect for the kids to explore and for all of us to enjoy the serenity. We used the campfire area to make s'mores. The location is great for walking. And, it's a short distance to Saugatuck (Oval Beach). Other towns (Holland, South Haven) are not far and have places for the kids to have fun. Our entire family had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

My husband and I rented this lovely house for a family vacation with my adult children and three grandkids. The house is beautifully decorated and spacious. The kitchen is well equipped with quality products (unexpected in a rental). Landscaping and patio /decking are lovely. It was wonderful having room to spread out comfortably. The location is convenient to South Haven and Saugatuck/Douglas areas. We had a fabulous week in Fennville!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Perfect spot for extended family reunion!

We spent a week with extended family who gathered from around the world for a family reunion. This home was perfectly appointed and clean. With so many people we took up all the bedrooms plus utilized the office space as a sixth bedroom and had kids on blow up mattresses in the family room downstairs. All these people and we each felt we had private space to get away and great communal spaces to gather. The location is also terrific with the lake nearby, amazing beaches within a few minutes drive and sunsets just around the corner. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Excellent Property and Exquisitely Decorated

I rented this property with a group of friends from high school. We loved our stay. There was a group of seven and we had plenty of room to cook. The house is very clean and exquisitely decorated and close to Saugatuck and Holland. Keith was great to work with. He answered my questions timely and provided me with clear instructions to the property as well as detailed information upon arrival. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to rent a house in the Saugatuck/Fennville area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marissa S.

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

Nice home and beautiful property!

We really enjoyed our stay at the house! The location was great, very private-feeling and peaceful and close to the lake. The house was clean and well-maintained. The four bedrooms with showers is a great plus for a large group. A highlight is definitely the deck and seating out back and all the outdoor areas! We did arrive on a very hot day and it took a while to get the house cooled down a bit, but that was a minor thing and the house is large so it's to be expected. The host was very responsive to some questions I had prior to our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Ann Arbor, MI

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

Luxurious stay

Over the years, we have stayed in a lot of rentals. This was by far the nicest we have experienced. The location is delightful, in the woods, not far from Lake Michigan. The backyard garden is lovely and the grandkids had a ball playing in the huge front yard. We had fun roasting marshmallows in the fire pit. The house is quite spacious and well-arranged. The owner graciously anticipated our needs and made up the sofa bed in a library for two of our grandsons. The kitchen has everything you could ask for. The beds were quite comfortable, and the picnic area outside was great for 11-member family dinners. There are all sorts of videos, games, books and puzzles available. The decor is especially interesting. Art works abound and you feel that you are really in a nice home , not a visitor-proofed rental unit. It was truly a fun week for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D., Where do you live? St. Louis, MO

Exquisite home

Eight adults and five children stayed in this beautiful home. Normally it's difficult to have all of us agree on anything, but we did agree this was the most beautiful home we've rented for vacation ...and we have used VRBO for about seven years. From the spaciousness to the decorating to just the overall quality.....it's definitely five stars. We had dinner each night on the spacious decks in back...then would move to the magical front for games (magical because beautiful lights came on every evening and we all enjoyed those). The home is close enough for a family stroll right down the street to watch the gorgeous sunsets over Lake Michigan. Great shopping and restaurants within minutes from the home. We had an issue with the stove, ended up being a users error, but Keith was extremely accommodating and answered our call promptly. Being summer, we did have a small visit in the kitchen from some aunts, but we learned to quickly keep our food stored/covered well. One tip....internet service is slow, so hopefully you are coming to stay for vacation and not to work:-) Thank you again for allowing us to vacation in your beautiful home. I would have booked this home again for next year but it was already taken:-(
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

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