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Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby

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A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern chandelier.
A two-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a lamp.
A coastal view with a wooden deck, grassy areas, and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Fennville, MI
  • Place, beach near Birchmoor Drive
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

1 Single Sofa Bed

Guest 2 beds

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Guest Bedroom King

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

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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 Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • beach near Birchmoor Drive - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Butler Street - 8 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 9 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Silver Lake - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Oval Beach - 15 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Noble Twist - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby on 29 January 2027 start from NZ$11,617, 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.

Is Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ultimate Family Retreat: Pool, Huge Yard, Gardens, Chickens, 5 Beaches Closeby located?

This family-friendly Fennville holiday home is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts. Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Beery Field are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne and Bill were excellent hosts. Their home provided the perfect place for our family vacation. The home and grounds were immaculate with many extra touches to accommodate our littles; high chair, crib, baby gates, and pool safety fence. We loved caring for the hens and loved the bonus of farm fresh eggs for breakfast! We also enjoyed picking tomatoes and berries from their garden. Anne also provided us with many excellent ideas for restaurants, beaches and shopping!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a lovely property inside and out. Although we didn't have any kids on this trip, the house is very well-suited for a young family. We hope to bring grandkids with us on a future trip! The house has lots of living space to spread out, and comes well-equipped with almost anything a renter might need. The heated pool is a great touch, and perfect for a dip in the cooler months. And if you're lucky, the owner will have some freshly-picked veggies for you from her garden!The street where the house is located has many nice homes, but is still quiet and peaceful, with great views of Lake Michigan. The entire area is wonderful, and we hated to leave!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This was a beautiful house, well located and Anne could not have been more attentive. We look forward to going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Made memories

It was amazing l, we enjoyed all this home has to off, especially the fresh eggs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip!

Six of my girlfriends and I had a lovely time staying at house. The property was beautiful and the house was outstanding. We will for sure all go back! Thanks to Anne and Bill for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2024
Glad you had such a fun visit. Thanks for taking such great care of the house and the chickens. My cleaners gave you all an A plus as guests! We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time with family at Anne and Bill's beautiful home. The layout of the house was really nice and spacious. The pool was a total hit with the kids and the perfect size. The linens and towels were all so nice, and we appreciated the extra fleece blankets around! Our family made many new memories here that we will cherish, and It was so nice to have the backdrop of this home to make them in. Thank you Anne!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

5 stars all the way

We loved every second even if the weather didn’t cooperate the pool was so fun and our son is still talking about the chickens. The hosts were so accommodating and the home was in immaculate shape. We hope to make this an annual tradition
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2021
So glad you enjoyed the house and enjoyed the chickens! Appreciate you taking good care of the house and we welcome you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great experience at this property for our Labor Day getaway! The owners were incredibly responsive and easy to chat with, especially with questions around COVID before we came. They were very flexible. Feeding and caring for the chickens was SO FUN for the kids, the s’mores kit they left was a nice touch, and they had many supplies needed for cooking, fire pit, etc. would absolutely rent with them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2021
Thank you Anthony for your kind review and I’m so glad you had a great vacation here and loved taking care of the chickens… they are fun aren’t they! We welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family home!

We loved our "home away from home"! A great location & plenty to do even on a rainy day. Our grandsons (2 & 5) loved the huge playroom/tv room and the pool. And the 5-year-old didn't want to leave the chickens. He rushed to help every time we needed to take care of them. Plenty to do in the area and many kid friendly places!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
SO glad you enjoyed your time. It was a pleasure to meet you and so glad your grandson loved the chickens..they are fun! THank you for taking such great care of the house. We hope you can come back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay!

This is the second time we have stayed here - we came back because it’s perfect for families! Wonderful location and incredibly well appointed. The hosts, Anne and Bill, are very helpful and have great communication. Our children wake up every morning wanting to help with the chickens, take a long walk/bike down the street (with great views) and then jump in the heated pool! Plenty of toys and kid safety items around the house, if needed. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing trip!

My husband and our two young kids enjoyed our stay so much! Anne and Bill did a great job communicating prior to our arrival. Perfect spot for families with young children - plenty of toys, space, child proofed home. Very well appointed house with all the kitchen and home basics provided. The location is perfect - along a beautiful street that is a joy for long walks with views of the lake and very close to Saugatuck/Douglas. Heated pool was a huge hit with our kids! Already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you Margaret for the lovely review and for being perfect guests. We are glad you had a great stay and enjoyed the area as we do !!! We look forward to welcoming your family back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything you need for the perfect stay

We had such a great experience. First of all, Anne, the property owner was great. She was very responsive to all of our questions and requests. She thought of everything you’d need for the perfect stay. You felt as if you were in your own home. The home was very clean, she had lots of towels, pool toys, nice soaps etc. We loved the pool, the gardens were magnificent and the chickens were fun to watch. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week!

We are a family of six — ages ranging from 2 to 75. This home is totally gorgeous and has everything we needed to make our stay one of the best we’ve had. The little ones LOVED the pool and the play room — which was well stocked with toys for them. The beds and baths were luxurious, and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cookware making meal prep easy. The outdoors area is spectacular with lush landscaping and gardens, a fire-pit - and chickens! The location makes it easy to get to the beach and other fun things in the area. We totally enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
SO glad you enjoyed staying at the Garden Lake House and I want to thank you for taking such great care of the chickens and our house and leaving it so clean! Please come back again! Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most amazing VRBO our family has been able to rent. Our children (ages 3,5,7) enjoyed the home as much as we did! The kids loved taking care of the chickens (honestly they didn't stop talking about it), the pool was the perfect size - equipped with a sturdy no-entry fence to ease any safety concerns, the house was equipped with plenty of toys for all ages, the vegetables gardens were fun to explore, and the outside was large to run, play, and observe nature. Us parents enjoyed the coffee nook, outside firepit, pool, and multiple tvs. The kitchen was more than well equipped and easy to pivot for cooking at home, take out, and feeding multiple ages. We will be coming back to this wonderful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Glad you enjoyed this little slice of heaven and thank you for leaving the house so clean and in great shape!!! We welcome you all back anytime!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic vacation home!

Our family really enjoyed staying here in June 2022. The house and property are outstanding! The most important aspects for me were how clean the property was and family friendly. I don’t always feel comfortable in rentals and I really felt like this was our second home during our stay. There were so many helpful additions for the kids—baby gates, high chair, crib, and even a play area filled with toys. Our boys had the best time with all the toys, and of course the pool! So nice to go exploring in the morning and relax at the pool in the afternoon. The hosts made the extra effort to make sure we had everything we needed before and during our stay. They left helpful suggestions of places to visit which came in handy since it was our first time in the area. We are definitely considering coming back because we’re not sure this place can be topped!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Thanks for leaving the great review and for taking great care of the house and chickens! Glad you had a good time and please come back and explore more fun things to for all ages in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where do we start??? We lucked out by finding this amazing property for our annual four generations of gals trip. The house is nestled in the woods, situated on a stunning 2 acres offering the perfect seclusion. The minute you walk in the front door, you are welcomed by an amazing interior offering plenty of space for quite a few guests. Our great grandma of the bunch felt like an absolute queen in the master bedroom, Yaya (grandma) was comfy in the guest room, and Mama and Sweet pea lived their room with a twin and double bed. The butterflies were swarming the butterfly bush by the pool enclosure and the hummingbirds (Henrietta and Henry) were great entertainment….however the best of all were….Red and her roost (the 8 adorable and talkative chickens)! The house was so well equipped with everything one could hope for in a rental, complete with the most awesome playhouse and stroller for any dolls that make the journey. We loved our stay and could not recommend this property more highly, an absolute gem!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Spectacular vacation home in perfect location!

Our family of 5 adults rented this amazing home July 18-24. We have been renting vacation homes for nearly 20 years. This was our best experience ever! The home is perfectly located with several beaches within a couple of miles. Douglas is a quaint little town. Holland and Saugatuck are just minutes away. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous! Gardens and trees everywhere you look. We've never seen so many butterflies, hummingbirds, entire families of deer. The patio and pool were so relaxing and refreshing. The interior of the home is beautifully decorated with top notch furnishings and appliances. The owners obviously spared no expense in making sure every room is comfortable and inviting. The most equipped kitchen in any rental we've stayed in.The master suite is absolutely gorgeous! We definitely recommend this property and plan on visiting again. Lots of communication and helpful info from the owners. They couldn't have been any nicer. We were treated like family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2021
Glad you had a great time and thank you for the great review, Sandra. We appreciate the great care you took of our home and how clean you left it. We welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

This was the best vacation rental we have ever stayed at, and the rare rental where it is even better in person than in the photos. The house was perfectly equipped for traveling with a small child - from toys and safety gates to thoughtful details like a kneepad for giving baths and children’s dinnerware. Our son absolutely loved it, he had plenty to play with and it gave us plenty of time to relax and enjoy the home! The grounds and gardens are more sprawling than you can see from the pictures, and we loved picking tomatoes, basil and blackberries. With the fresh produce and well stocked kitchen we were able to make many lovely meals at home. The home really stands out because of the thoughtfulness of the owners. Anne and Bill clearly spent a ton of time making this a beautiful and comfortable home for their renters, which is evident from the plush linens, detailed guidebook, essential supplies (cleaning supplies! Bug spray! Portable speaker! S’mores kit!!) and lovely decor. Can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Oh thank you Minnie for such a lovely and thoughtful review. You were such wonderful guests and we really enjoyed meeting you on the last day and hope you will come back and stay with us again! Again, appreciate the time and thought you put into writing such a glowing review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and exceptionally clean. We also chose to take care of the chickens during our stay. At first, the instructions seemed a little overwhelming, but once we got started, it was much easier than expected. Collecting the eggs each day ended up being one of the highlights of our trip, and we even gave all the chickens funny names.One thing we really appreciated was the thoughtful guide the hosts put together. It included recommendations for restaurants, beaches, and local activities, which saved us a lot of time researching and made it easy to enjoy the area. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and we would happily come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne was a wonderful hostess. The notebook that she prepared for guests was quite informative. Places to go, places to eat and places just to see, are all explained in detail. Initially, we had decided not to care for the 9 chickens in the back yard. Anne came over and demonstrated how easy it was to feed and water the chickens. My grand kids enjoying feeding the treats to the birds. It became a family adventure every morning and at sunset.The house is well stocked with all top notch accessories. Our grand kids loved the pool and the outdoor shower. We plan on going back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came here for my friend’s bachelorette trip, and Anne and Bill were wonderful hosts. Very accommodating, and the house was beautiful. It was the perfect private getaway we were looking for, and the nearby towns were very fun to explore. The heated pool was a big plus, as well as the adorable chickens I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is gorgeous. The hosts have paid attention to every detail - there is nothing lacking. Everything is top notch. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Worth every penny! Chef’s kiss to Anne and Bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2026
Thank you Lisa for being such a great guest. Glad you enjoyed nights at the firepit and the pool and fresh strawberries in the garden. Hope to see you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The area has lots to do. Great hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot

We had a wonderful time at this home! It was clean, well-stocked, and the pool (while on the smaller side) was lovely! It worked out well for our two families with 3 kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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