10/10 Excellent
Timothy P.
24 July 2025
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Timothy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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Longer days, sunsets past 10 PM It’s your show overlooking Lake Michigan
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Grand Haven, MI
- Grand Haven Beach3 min walk
- Grand River Boardwalk19 min walk
- Grand Haven Musical Fountain5 min drive
- Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bunkroom for the boys
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Longer days, sunsets past 10 PM It’s your show overlooking Lake Michigan
Grand Haven cottage description
Seeking a Lake Michigan cottage with spectacular views of the Lake and sunsets from your deck? Pair-A-Dice is the quaint cottage in Grand Haven, Michigan on the quiet, peaceful south section of Highland Park just for you and your family and friends.
Your cottage is a three-minute drive to downtown Grand Haven. Or better yet, it is a relaxing 15-minute walk along a safe boardwalk to the Grand Haven waterfront. During your walk, you will experience the beautiful vistas of Lake Michigan and the Grand River along your way.
Built in 1906, the cottage is a historic landmark in Highland Park. Pair-A-Dice retains much of its original charm as many items in the cottage are original. More than 100 cottages are tucked in the sand dunes of this area with a system of boardwalks and walkways built throughout the natural preserve. Pair-A-Dice, one of the few cottages overlooking Lake Michigan and her beach, offers its guests the beautiful sunsets on your large private deck while you drink, dine and scream for ice cream. For quick, safe, and easy access, just step on down the Highland Park Boardwalk to arrive at your beach.
Enjoy watching the Grand Haven Pier’s catwalk lite up at night looking like a string of pearls. Take a midnight stroll through Highland Park or dip in the lake below. Fall asleep with the sound of the waves and enjoy the cool fresh lake breeze. Awaken to the romantic sound of the Pier’s foghorn on the mornings the boaters and fishermen need visual assistance.
A screened-in front porch, with an attached deck, are ideal for reading, sunset watching, and experiencing the fall storms as they rumble in over Lake Michigan. Please close the windows or you will get wet. There is a small back porch for storage, for your bikes, coolers, beach bags, fishing poles and kites.
Enjoy five bedrooms, one full bath downstairs and one full bathroom upstairs. The upstairs has a deluxe new bathroom (2016) with a separate shower/bath and toilet with vanity. Also, this addition added a bedroom off the bathroom hallway. Three bedrooms have full beds, one bedroom has a set of twin beds and a fifth bedroom has sailor bunk beds. The cottage sleeps eight adults and two children comfortably. Two bedrooms have lake views while you are resting in bed. The new addition bedroom overlooks the protected sand dune nature preserve.
September is the locals’ time to be swimming and fishing for Salmon in the Lake. Often the water is warmer than the air and the waves are perfect for body surfing, or watching the surfers. The beach crowds are gone however the city is still open with mostly local characters.
Seeking a Lake Michigan cottage with spectacular views of the Lake and sunsets from your deck? Pair-A-Dice is the quaint cottage in Grand Haven, Michigan on the quiet, peaceful south section of Highland Park just for you and your family and friends.
Your cottage is a three-minute drive to downtown Grand Haven. Or better yet, it is a relaxing 15-minute walk along a safe boardwalk to the Grand Haven waterfront. During your walk, you will experience the beautiful vistas of Lake Michigan and the Grand River along your way.
Built in 1906, the cottage is a historic landmark in Highland Park. Pair-A-Dice retains much of its original charm as many items in the cottage are original. More than 100 cottages are tucked in the sand dunes of this area with a system of boardwalks and walkways built throughout the natural preserve. Pair-A-Dice, one of the few cottages overlooking Lake Michigan and her beach, offers its guests the beautiful sunsets on your large private deck while you drink, dine and scream for ice cream. For quick, safe, and easy access, just step on down the Highland Park Boardwalk to arrive at your beach.
Enjoy watching the Grand Haven Pier’s catwalk lite up at night looking like a string of pearls. Take a midnight stroll through Highland Park or dip in the lake below. Fall asleep with the sound of the waves and enjoy the cool fresh lake breeze. Awaken to the romantic sound of the Pier’s foghorn on the mornings the boaters and fishermen need visual assistance.
A screened-in front porch, with an attached deck, are ideal for reading, sunset watching, and experiencing the fall storms as they rumble in over Lake Michigan. Please close the windows or you will get wet. There is a small back porch for storage, for your bikes, coolers, beach bags, fishing poles and kites.
Enjoy five bedrooms, one full bath downstairs and one full bathroom upstairs. The upstairs has a deluxe new bathroom (2016) with a separate shower/bath and toilet with vanity. Also, this addition added a bedroom off the bathroom hallway. Three bedrooms have full beds, one bedroom has a set of twin beds and a fifth bedroom has sailor bunk beds. The cottage sleeps eight adults and two children comfortably. Two bedrooms have lake views while you are resting in bed. The new addition bedroom overlooks the protected sand dune nature preserve.
September is the locals’ time to be swimming and fishing for Salmon in the Lake. Often the water is warmer than the air and the waves are perfect for body surfing, or watching the surfers. The beach crowds are gone however the city is still open with mostly local characters.
Property manager
Jay whitelaw
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 5
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Pre teens safe walkways to beach
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Newly furnished no pets allowed
No exceptions.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
The expectation is to leave Pairadice the same condition as you experienced.
Easy yo follow check out instructions are found in a book located in the kitchen to explain how to check out.
In the ten years of sharing Pairadice with the VRBO family of guests only one time did I have to request additional cleanning fees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Grand Haven
Located in Grand Haven, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lake Express Ferry Terminal.
Hot Spot Charters and Jumpin' Jupiter Skate & Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Grand Haven, MI
What's nearby
- Grand Haven Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Grand Haven State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Grand River Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Grand Haven Musical Fountain - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Odd Side Ales - 4 min drive
- Pronto Pup - 4 min drive
- Panera Bread - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely view, great host
Kathleen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
john r.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pair A Dice
john r.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special place
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
venus f.
7 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
venus f.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
rj M.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
rj M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia T.
10 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cynthia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ronald R.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Ronald R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Candice T.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, good location
Candice T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet C P.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay
Janet C P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen H.
10 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy historical home with incredible views!
Colleen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
jeffery c.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Haven
jeffery c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
LYNDA R.
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location , location!
LYNDA R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S., Rayle, Georgia, USA
31 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage!
Melissa S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark D., Noblesville, IN
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time with family
Mark D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treehouse cabin
Jennifer W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy E., NORTHBROOK
7 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Judy E.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
5 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful
Karen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jason W.
2 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation!
Jason W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Becky E.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High School reunion getaway
Becky E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill H.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, excellent host
Jill H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
W Harold M.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Para dice!! Was paradise !!!!
W Harold M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jan W.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Getaway for a Fabulous 40th
Jan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Karen S.
17 July 2017
Great beach retreat!
Karen S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Megan W.
26 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage charm in an amazing location!
Megan W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jay whitelaw
Family traditions are strong here as the cottages are passed down to future generations, with little turnover to new owners. My dream came true when I had the opportunity to buy Pairadice on the ridge overlooking Lake Michigan and the beach, in 2013. I love sharing Grand Haven with friends and now with your family. This is truly the most beautiful place in the world, (in the summer and fall). Come make your own family traditions and memories here.
Why they chose this property
Please do not rent a Cottage in Grand Haven that does not include a front row seat to the most beautiful late afternoon sunsets. Did you know in the Summer the sunset can last for over an hour starting at 9:30 at night? Every sunset is different and you will say each night, "That was the best sunset that I ever saw!"
Most of the rental cottages require a short walk to the beach or gathering point to see a sunset. You have the option to view from your Pairadice deck or inside glass porch. Priceless!!
If you seek to experience a peaceful, relaxing, mother nature vacation, this is your spot. Overlooking the beach during the day and watching sunsets that rivals the sunsets of the Pacific Islands. Your choice to walk, saunter, bike, roller blade, skate board, run with little need or desire to drive your car. If your too tired or sunburned to walk into town, walk down the steps, cross the street and there you will find a beach restaurant and bar, Notos.
Enjoy the miles of board walks that traverse highland park 110 cottages. Find the owls nesting at night the baby dears playing in the woods and the song of the tap tap tap from the red headed wood peckers. Your children have their own private park to plany hide and seek, capture the flag and geo scavenger hunts.
This is a vacation for living in the now, a time to be visiting life as it should be lived.
Most of the rental cottages require a short walk to the beach or gathering point to see a sunset. You have the option to view from your Pairadice deck or inside glass porch. Priceless!!
If you seek to experience a peaceful, relaxing, mother nature vacation, this is your spot. Overlooking the beach during the day and watching sunsets that rivals the sunsets of the Pacific Islands. Your choice to walk, saunter, bike, roller blade, skate board, run with little need or desire to drive your car. If your too tired or sunburned to walk into town, walk down the steps, cross the street and there you will find a beach restaurant and bar, Notos.
Enjoy the miles of board walks that traverse highland park 110 cottages. Find the owls nesting at night the baby dears playing in the woods and the song of the tap tap tap from the red headed wood peckers. Your children have their own private park to plany hide and seek, capture the flag and geo scavenger hunts.
This is a vacation for living in the now, a time to be visiting life as it should be lived.
What makes this property unique
Experience what it is like to live like a local in this exciting friendly, safe summer tourist town without being in town. You will quickly feel at home here at Highland Park overlooking Lake Michigan Water. One of the few highland park cottages on the bluff with a view of the lake and a deck to watch nightly sunsets. Their are boardwalks and stairs leading down to the private secluded sandy beach, fresh lake, no salt or sharks here, however there are waves for body surfing and paddle boarding.
Pairadice was built in 1904 and continues to have the cottage feel with modern updates. On demand water heater, washer and dryer, and new bedroom and bathroom with separate vanity addition. My focus is to keep the cottage charm and simple slow pace life style to ensure your family will want to come back every summer to Grand Heaven.
Pairadice was built in 1904 and continues to have the cottage feel with modern updates. On demand water heater, washer and dryer, and new bedroom and bathroom with separate vanity addition. My focus is to keep the cottage charm and simple slow pace life style to ensure your family will want to come back every summer to Grand Heaven.
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