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Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR.

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A hallway with a white railing, a lamp, and a view into a kitchen area.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a red patterned rug, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a decorative lamp.
A room with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a television, a red leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.
A dining area with a round table, wooden chairs, a white tablecloth, and a large white bowl.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Heritage Hill Historic District
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Grand Rapids, MI
  • Place, Fulton Street Farmers Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aquinas College
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Heritage Hill Historic District
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR.

Welcome to this historic Grand Rapids home!
Built in 1910, the space is largely original and features furnishings sourced from classic Grand Rapids' furniture makers. The homeowners are restoring this house to its original charm and invite you to stay as the transition continues.

Explore Eastown! The home is centrally located & within walking distance to many unique shops & restaurants.

5 min walk to:
Fulton Farmers Market
Wealthy St
Lake St

Short distance to:
Downtown GR
Medical Mile

The space:
1800 sqft home
3 spacious bedrooms & 1 full bath (upper level)
Full kitchen
Dining room
Large living area connected to beautiful sunroom

Front porch area
Backyard
One covered garage parking space

Guest access
Guests have nearly full run of this spacious house. There is one locked storage area, but otherwise guests can spread out, relax, and make themselves at home.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby gates are not provided. House has stairs.
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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
Please use coasters on all wooden surfaces. Nobody likes those random rings!
Fireplace is not operational. Candles located in the fireplace are battery-operated, please do not try to light them.
No smoking allowed inside the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3052752vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Grand Rapids

Easttown, a neighbourhood in Grand Rapids, is home to this holiday home. Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park and Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve. Grand Rapids Children's Museum and Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Grand Rapids, MI

What's nearby

  • Fulton Street Farmers Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aquinas College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Heritage Hill Historic District - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Voigt House Victorian Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grand Rapids Children's Museum - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Grand Rapids Station - 9 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yesterdog - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wolfgang's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chef Shack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Black Napkin - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Light-filled, historic stunner in the heart of GR. located?

Located in Easttown, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fulton Street Farmers Market and Aquinas College. Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christyne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home! Close enough to Uber to the new Acrisure Amphitheater and downtown easily. Very clean and the towels smelled great. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is at a great location. Close to restaurants and shops. The house is cozy with plenty of space. Communication was very good. The house has everything that we needed. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cute place! Perfect for a low key bachelorette get together. The host was so responsive and helpful. I forgot an item and she helped me get it back. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hailey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute property in a convenient location. Parking was not an issue. Everything was clearly communicated and easy to follow. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage home in a wonderful location to walk to restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and so much more. Love the area. Busier street but quiet in the house and in a beautiful neighborhood.Lots of space. We were there during extremely high temps and the upstairs did not cool very well. With extra fans we slept comfortably though. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amalia L.

Beautiful home!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, we enjoyed staying in this lovely home for a girls shopping weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was quite comfortable, not fussy or fancy. Just right for us, and a nice place to hang out in between the wedding events.The location was great as well, close to many activities and places on our "must see" lists.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike B.

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

Great location and nice historic home

Location is excellent, easy drive or walking distance to cool shops, great restaurants and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A responsive host with a beautiful home! Beautiful light filled space with great character. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, close to downtown and a lot of restaurants and activities. The house was bigger than expected and it was fun to see the character & antique touches of the home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

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

Awesome Place!

Great place with lots of room and beautiful decor at the heart of Grand Rapids!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is in a great location. Walkable to many great restaurants, ice cream, bars and the farmers market. The house was roomy and the beds were comfortable. I'd stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Historic Home

The location was perfect and we loved the nearby restaurants and breweries.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2023
Thanks, Mark! Glad you had a nice time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Great place for a girls weekend

Perfect for our weekend in GR, close to everything, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Will look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and character-filled home. Comfy beds and well-appointed. Location is nice but the street is quite busy and loud at times so a noise maker is recommended. The host was hospitable but not the most responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great spot with a lot of charm

Loved this property. Its historic, cozy and made for a fun time as the HQ for a weekend get-together
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Great property

Everything was very nice! Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2023
Thanks for staying, Barbara!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heidi T.

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

Very comfortable beds.

Large rooms lots of seating Comfortable befs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

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

Weekend trip to celebrate graduation

The house was neat, spacious and very charming. Easy walk to East Town, and close to downtown Grand Rapids so we could easily celebrate our son’s college graduation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Very charming

Held my laid-back bachelor’s party here. Very nice and relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2023
Thank you, David! And thank you for the lovely handwritten note as well. But most of all, congratulations on your wedding!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RaeAnne F.

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay! Everything was as we expected from the listing. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you, RaeAnne! Glad you enjoyed your stay - and thank you for being one of our very first guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela V.

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

Great historical home

Super interesting property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Beautiful House

Clean, comfortable, well-appointed. Needed to contact host who responded promptly. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by May Ling Stella

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Why they chose this property

Welcome to our new home! We are happy that you are here. As you might be able to tell, this is a house with history. In fact, we are the home’s fourth owners since it was built in 1910 by a nephew of Grand Rapids’ founding settler, John Ball. Ball’s nephew Waldo was a furniture salesman who represented some of Grand Rapids’ biggest furniture manufacturers. We have taken inspiration from this history, and the largely unmodified state of the home, in selecting furnishings, many of which are period and from right here in Grand Rapids.

Your stay with us is integral to our work in preserving this beautiful home. We do not operate a short-term rental business with multiple properties but are using Airbnb and VRBO to fund the restoration work described above and to share a bit of Grand Rapids' history with its visitors. In the meantime, please know that we are working hard to remedy the home’s few issues.

Thank you for helping us ensure that the home's beautiful façade will proudly greet the people of Grand Rapids for another hundred years.

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