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In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home

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Gas firepit and wood firepit. 3-in-1 Grill and a beautiful natural view
Exterior
Stairs to the beach view in our backyard
View from our beach! Less than a mile away from the home
Master bedroom is spacious with its own bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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West Olive, MI
  • Place, Sloan Pond
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Holland State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dutch Village
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home

About the property:

This cozy Grand Haven home is nestled in the dunes with unobstructed nature views from every window. The light and scenery bring the wooded setting right to your back porch. The perfect place to unwind and disconnect by the beach.

The main floor's open concept hosts a large kitchen with high end appliances, living room, dining area and family room with wood floors and half bath. The family room opens to an incredible backyard deck area and the stone fireplace perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends over roasted marshmallows. Upstairs, you will find the three spacious bedrooms including a master suite, two bathrooms with double sinks, and an area to do laundry.

Located between Holland and Grand Haven for convenient shopping and activities. If you are up for a hike, climb the steps off the backyard to enjoy beautiful sunset views over the lake. If you like hiking, swimming, biking, or just laying by the beach; this town has so much to offer!


**Lake Michigan water levels are at a record breaking high and have washed away a large portion of our beloved dunes along with the steps leading to the private beach. No worries though, there are plenty of beaches less than a mile away to enjoy!


Policies:
- No smoking in the home
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- You are responsible for any damages the occur during you stay
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access view of the lake

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please do not trespass onto the neighbors property. When using the back stairs to see the view, respect the property limits and trespassing signs.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2120701vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

West Olive

Located in West Olive, this holiday home is on a lake. Dutch Village is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Holland State Park. The Lost City and Holland Area Arts Council are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Map
West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Sloan Pond - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holland State Park - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Dutch Village - 13 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Grand Haven Beach - 21 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 26 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 19 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RedRock Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kelly’s Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Simpatico Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hopland Brewstillery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$920, 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 In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In the Shade, By the Beach -Welcome Home located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Sloan Pond and Lake Michigan. Port Sheldon Natural Area is 2.2 mi (3.6 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. 36 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The back patio was very private with some occasional road noise but overall very peaceful. Birds chirping and a deer in the woods looking over us. The home was very well decorated and comfortable. It is well located close to Holland and a short drive to Grand Haven.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, very communicative and helpful. Home was nestled just steps from the beach and conviently located near shops and local attractions. All the amenities we needed were available during our stay and the beds were very comfortable. Pet friend and very family friendly! We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

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

A place we look forward to spend our vacation

We very much enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
So happy to have you! See you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

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

Lovely location

The location was perfect - close to the beach, shopping and our family, set back in the woods.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was good for our family time...good space for the 7 of us...comfortable, nice heavy blankets for winter nights, good gathering space. Our hostess responded quickly to our questionn. Enjoyed the hike to the beach, but not for the faint of heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying. Communication with property manager was good. The rental was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden among the trees. The peace and quiet was a much appreciated benefit of our stay. Nature, nature everywhere! The clean and well-stocked house was everything we needed for a comfortable stay! Thank you, we wanted for nothing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Gals trip

Great trip with friends, coffee on the porch, and beach picnic near by
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will K.

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

Nice getaway

The home is well furnished with plenty of space for family to visit. The grandkids liked climbing the steps up the dune. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

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

Beautiful Home

This home was exactly what we were expecting when we arrived! We had an amazing time! We would stay in this home again! It was very clean and it had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha-Scott S.

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

Wonderful family getaway

This was a great find! It was the perfect location nestled between Grand Haven and Holland. We loved staying here with our extended family and will stay here again if we return to this area. House was clean and property surrounding was so quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Family Vacation

Loved our stay here! House was clean, had everything we needed for a relaxing trip. Great location and easy drive to Holland and Grand Haven. Loved Windsnest beach just a few miles up the road. Our kids didn’t want to leave. Would definitely come back and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james w.

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

Grandson

What a wonderful time spending time with our grandson.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Location location location

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Amaryak. The home is located between grand haven and holland MI, close to beaches and a short ride to restaurants and shopping. The house is very clean, spacious, and ideal for cooking. We appreciated that the kitchen had everything we needed. It’s located in a beautiful area!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

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

Quiet Family Getaway

In the Shade, By the Beach was a great property close to Holland, beaches and parks. The setup was perfect for our group of 7 including two young children and 5 adults. The kitchen was well equipped for meals at home and the back patio was peaceful. The views from the top of the dunes on the property were incredible despite the beach being inaccessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken M.

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

Very nice

We loved the house. Kitchen had everything you’d need. Beds were comfy. Laundry and all appliances were top of the line. Highly recommend this home. Ps, the restaurant at the the end of the street “ Sandy Point “ was delicious too
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela V.

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

Beautiful neighborhood

Came to town for GVSU commencement and perfect place to accommodate the family. Great pathway for morning walks and catching the sunset over Lake Michigan. Access to beach is not for the faint of heart. 100 steps! House is beautiful and perfect bedroom/bath set up to accommodate adults. Houses well stocked with items to make the space feel like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Wedding weekend

We were in town because my son was getting married at Camp Blodgett. We decided to make a 4 day weekend out of it and golf different courses in area too. The house was very nice inside and had plenty of spaces inside to socialize or find a spot yourself. Beds were comfortable, showers were spacious and bedrooms were too. I would definitely stay here again. And definitely take the walk up to the beach overlook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amy H.

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

Fair stay in MI

We arrived on May . Upon arrival the home was full of gas smell. My husband was able to figure out that the one gas burner was partially on. I contactd the representative and alerted her
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

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

Family Getaway

We had an amazing time staying at this cozy property in the woods! It accommodated the 6 of us comfortably. Very clean, and had everything we didn’t bring from home. We enjoyed bonfires, grilling out and the trek up the stairs to watch the sunset. The only downside was not being able to access Lake Michigan from the property. Kouw Park right down the road had an amazing playground, beach, and lake access. Highly recommend this property to a family wanting to explore the Holland area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey F.

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

Winter stay

We rented for a couple months over the winter while our house was remodeled. Maggy was great to work with! She’s a great communicator and quick to respond to respond to any questions. The house was perfect for our family of 4. It had all the basics of everything we needed. Best part is the stairs to an amazing view of Lake Michigan. It was a great workout with a beautiful reward at the end. Perfect location between holland and grand haven.
Stayed 91 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandrea T.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The inside was clean and nice, but the outside needs some love. There were tons of huge spiders. I understand the house is in the woods but the outside needs to be cleaned up and maintain and regularly visited by pest control. There were moldy coffee grounds in the coffee maker and the house had a musty smell. We couldn’t use the deck due to how dirty it was. It’s not a hill to the beach. It’s a hike. Other than those things we enjoyed our stay. The inside of the house is really nice and in a quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy R.

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

House was fine

The property was in a good location, between Holland and Grand Haven. We enjoyed our stay, but didn’t think the beds were that comfortable. The living room couch needs to be replaced and we did find it super strange that there was 1 kitchen towel, no full size towel bars in the upstairs full bathroom and the closets in the 2 bedrooms had racking in them and no place to hang up clothing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback. Sad to hear the beds werent comfortable, especially since they are new. We'll take a look at some of the things you've mentioned to see if some improvements can be made. Appreciate your note, and are glad you enjoyed your stay!

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