Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach

Photo gallery for Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach

A dining area with a glass table, white chairs, and a view of the sea.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a blue toaster, and a window with a view of greenery.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by dense trees.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, striped sofa, and wooden beams on the ceiling.
A spacious dining area with a glass table and white chairs, overlooking a scenic view.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

View map
West Olive, MI
  • Place, Holland State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Dutch Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Dunes State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Living area
Beautiful Lake Michigan Home Great for Large
West Olive
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
Beautiful Lake Michigan Home Great for Large

About the area

West Olive

Located in West Olive, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Haven Beach. Dutch Village and Holland Area Arts Council are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
View more Cottages in West OliveOpens in a new window
Map
West Olive, MI

What's nearby

  • Holland State Park - 13 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Dutch Village - 15 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Hope College - 18 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 29 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Laketown Beach - 30 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive
  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RedRock Grille - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sandy Point Beach House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stable Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪American Char - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage, Private Lake MI Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Olive cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Sloan Pond and Port Sheldon Natural Area. West Ottawa Golf Course and Olive Shores County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

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
Great stay. The coal plant up the way was the only disappointment. Overall really beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We had a great stay at the cottage! It’s exactly as described. Decorated nicely. Recently renovated. Has everything you need for the beach and very close to Holland and Grand Haven. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Lake Michigan home!!

Fantastic experience during our stay, great communication, beautiful location, and newly renovated lake home, couldn't ask for anything more! Just bring your shorts and swim suits, everything else is already taken care of.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2024
Thanks for your thoughtful review, Patrick! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing stay at this property on Lake Michigan! Calm, relaxing, serene. Everything you’d want in a dreamy Lake Michigan getaway. Down to the last detail, this home had everything beautifully designed and decorated. Also: THE BEDS WERE AMAZING. Don’t listen to the review that said they are hard. They are very cushy and comfortable beds. Perfect family getaway for us. I think we may have to make this an annual tradition, because it was so wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach house getaway

Dune Crest was an absolute dream and I give it a 10 out of 10 rating! You will not be disappointed so book your stay as soon as possible as I am sure it’s going to book up quickly. This beach house is perfection and has everything you need from a grill, to beach chairs, beach towels, all the essential kitchen items you will need to cook with, etc. And we couldn’t have asked for a better location…you are steps away from the beach which is the best part! The house was a perfect fit for an our family of five and the sunsets were simply magical to watch every evening. We loved our stay here and hope to book again for next year. Thank you Dune Crest for an unforgettable week… our family will never forget it:)
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2024
Thank you for choosing BVW Unsalted Vacations and for sharing your outstanding experience at Dune Crest. We are thrilled to hear that you found the beach house to be your dream vacation home. It's fantastic that the location and amenities enhanced your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again next year. Thank you for your thoughtful review, Erin.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect! Great layout (for us). Full view of Lake Michigan. Exceptionally clean and stocked with everything anyone could need--and it all looked brand new!! Everyone liked their bed except Grandpa--firm yet a bit too soft??? Great communication with host. Sandy Point Beach House continues to serve delicious meals just a quick drive down the hill. Not that anyone has control over this, but this is the widest beach in any rental area that we've found--most areas have lost a lot of beachfront in the past several years.As listed in the description, this is NOT an ADA accessible place, and also could possibly pose minor difficulty getting into the house (up 5-8 stairs, depending which entrance). I would point out to the owner or managing company that there needs to be an adjustment made to the level of the ground at the base of the rear stairs...either fill dirt or a wooden platform. For those who aren't particularly agile, there IS a way to get to the beach without crossing the dunes (which we knew from previous experience at a neighboring house)--but it does involve stair-climbing (on the best laid-out stairs...you get a breather platform every 2-3 steps!), plus a walk around the next-door play area and canal boardwalk. Grandma could go down the 1st dune, and then cut over using the path, but used the "safer route" going back up; Grandpa used the safe route to go down and up; kids used dunes down and up. We are definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Really beautiful place

Really beautiful cottage that has been tastefully remodeled top to bottom. Beautiful furnishings and the views are great! Nice rolling sand dunes walk to the beach which is nice compared to 100+ stairs down as you typically see along the lakeshore. So that was a big plus! The cottage was comfortable for 4 people (2 adults/2 kids) No tv which I personally loved. The location is between our 2 favorite towns to go shopping and eat out…Holland & Grand Haven. The only reason I took away a star was the beds, although they’re clearly newer, the mattresses were so hard my husband and I barely slept the entire week. Our kids also had trouble sleeping through the night most nights. We likely wouldn’t rent again for that reason even though we visit Michigan yearly. Seriously beautiful cottage other than the big miss with the beds. Sleep is important if you’re looking to head home feeling truly rested.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2024
We are thrilled to hear that you found Dune Crest to be a beautiful cottage with tasteful remodeling and great views. Thank you for your feedback regarding the beds. We understand the importance of a good night's sleep and apologize that it impacted your stay. Thank you for sharing your experience. It's wonderful that you appreciated the location and the comfortable setting for your family, Jennifer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our favorite family vacation on Lake Michigan! The beach and views were incredible! The house was so charming and the beds were comfortable! We used the beach chairs, umbrellas and towels daily!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location / great trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback