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Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake

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Sun-loungers
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
TV, DVD player, toys, books
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Glenn, MI
  • Kal Haven Trail
    16 min drive
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    17 min drive
  • South Beach
    18 min drive
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Fennville

A family-friendly stay in Fennville awaits you at this cottage. You'll be steps from Lake Michigan. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features free WiFi, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 16 min drive
  • Kal Haven Trail - 16 min drive
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 17 min drive
  • South Beach - 18 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 28 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waypost Brewing Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cogdal Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Michigan Wine Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪PK's Lighthouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake

This vintage summer cottage is across the road from the lake bluff, and offers a lovely view of the lake and is a quiet, rustic getaway for newlyweds or young families with one or 2 small children. This is not a good choice for folks who are "condo people"--in other words, it's small, old fashioned, and not for everyone.

The deck provides a place to grill your dinner as you sip a cool chardonnay from the nearby winery as you watch your children playing on the swingset. The small but serviceable kitchen has everything one would need, including coffeemaker and microwave, pie plate and rolling pin!

The DOUBLE bed is brand new in 2022, the hide-a-bed has a blow up mattress, and linens are provided. The beach access is just a short walk away. (one quarter mile) and features a creek which will delight the little ones. Unfortunately in 2021 the beach was very rocky, but it changes all the time, so we’ll see what 2022 brings. Other local beaches are open, and have been listed among the best beaches in the world!. Check out the county park about five minutes north, the Casco preserve, which is about 5 miles south. South Haven and Saugatuck both have impressive beaches as well. Glenn is situated between South Haven and Saugatuck, making it ideal for swimming, shopping excursions, wine tasting, brewery hopping, or for renting a boat or wave-runner. Great restaurants are within 10-15 minutes in 3 directions. This is a cottage for those who want to get away from it all, but want to be within reach of all the action. There is a convenience store in town that has an amazing selection of wine and spirits, snacks, pizza, and the New York Times.

On a rainy day, we provide puzzels, toys and games and a collection of old Disney VHSs that can be played on our small TV. There's a movie theater in South Haven with the lowest prices imaginable that plays movies popular with children and adults.

Check out our history: The Kerr family has been vacationing on Fabun Road since the early 1900's when my great grandmother, Henrietta, came from Chicago to spend summers here, playing organ for the local girl's camp. She subsequently bought the property next door to the camp. To get here every summer, she had to take a boat across the big Lake, land in South Haven, where she would get on a horse drawn hay wagon with her trunk full of her summer clothes, and once she got to the cottage, she stayed for the whole summer. Her house still stands at 1286 Fabun Road. My father spent summers here as a boy, and so did I. We didn't have a phone in the old days, or a TV, or even running water! We played Monopoly or Sorry, and card games, and built fires on the beach. When we kids would get bored, my mom would just send us out for a walk in the woods. It helped me learn how to enjoy my own company, and be creative. I think every child should spend summers on Fabun Road!

Property manager

Patricia Kerr

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Adorable Honeymoon Cottage Lake Glenn
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage Lake
Adorable Honeymoon Lake Glenn
Adorable Honeymoon By The Lake
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Cottage
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Fennville
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Cottage Fennville
Adorable Honeymoon By The Lake
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Cottage
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Fennville
Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Cottage Fennville

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

The closest beach to Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake is North Beach (12.7 km).

Does Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

No, Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake?

No, pets are not allowed.

Adorable Honeymoon Cottage by the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine D., Amboy, IN

Birthday weekend
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alondra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Cozy cabin in a nice region of Michigan, away from major cities but not too rural. Cabin was overall very clean, but there were a few spider cohabitors and many spiderwebs in various corners of the house. Nice if you are looking to getaway from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage, Searched for Different Beach
The cottage was perfect and cozy with tasteful grandma vibes. Very clean, which was most important. The beach is not a horrible trek through the woods like other reviewers said. You walk 10 minutes back the way you drove into the neighborhood. There is a BEACH sign by a guard rail at the beginning of that dirt road with wooden stair steps down. Charming and quiet neighborhood. We did not like the beach personally. We found it too small and rocky. There were slabs of concrete with rusted metal bits piled with tires on the edge. Maybe a lanfill project? We took some rusted metal pipes out of the water so kids wouldnt step. We watched a pretty sunset here and the rocks were fun to hunt. We ended up driving more thane xpected in search of a beach, but were so happy to come back to spend the evwning in our cottage. The host did really well. Jad an internet issue but i think maybe it was only me and my boyfriends phone because other reviews dont complain about that. Couldnt get to my vrbo chat to communictae because of it. But all went well. We found North Beach in South Haven (25 min drive), which was very separated with fences to keep private beaches from public. The public beach sections were laughably small. There was an amazing boardwalk with all sorts of shops along the Black River near this beach though! We settled on Oval Beach in Saugatuck, which was expansive and beautiful. The parking here was 15 bucks. There was a cute area here named Douglas with shops. We had fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
It was beautiful in that area! Nice place to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have been better !
What a wonderful location! Just a short walk to the lake and a very quiet road. We were looking for technology free time so this was a great choice for us! It is an older home so if you are hoping for a flat screen on the wall you won't find it. The kids did make use of the old tv and vhs player ( tv did randomly turn off quite a bit and may need replaced soon) but we spent most of our vacation outside of the home. The owner was wonderful and had a quick response if needed. We can't wait to come back!you are expecting a flat screen tv or
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like walking back in time. 😊 No complaints on the cabin or surrounding area (great for walking). Our only challenge was the inability to reach family due to extremely poor cell phone coverage. Obviously, the owner has no control over this. Visitors just need to be prepared for this challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
This is my second time staying at the cottage. I love its location. It's near enough to drive into South Haven to enjoy shopping, restaurants, and the South Haven Beaches. When you are done with that, you can come back and enjoy the peace and quiet. It's near the lake and you can walk down the dirt road viewing the beautiful sunsets. It's an old fashioned cottage so if you are looking for all the modern conveniences, it's not for you, However, if you want to step into the past, unplug, spend time reading great books and just rest, it's perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis M., Illinois, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house, great location
Spent a couple of nights and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gingerbread Cottage
The home is old but charming, and clean and bug-free. The gravel road neighborhood was quiet and we saw lots of deer. Although Lake Michigan was visible from the home (across the road), other people own the lake-side property so we were not allowed to sit at the top of the bluff overlooking the lake. Glenn Beach is 1/4 mile or so down the road. People need to be in good physical condition to get down to Glenn Beach as the gravel and rocky incline to the water is steep and partly washed out. There are wooden stairs on part of the incline but they are not placed properly (the staircase is anchored to the ground at an unusual angle) and there is a railing on only half of it. The house itself was fine and the area was beautiful. We ended up spending our daytime hours in Saugatuck so that we could be near the water. The host was very responsive to texts. Thanks for sharing your cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach getaway
We took our family of 4 for a 2 night beach getaway. The cottage was perfect! The amenities are a tad rustic, and our phones didn’t work, but we didn’t care. That is what we wanted! We only needed the cottage for a place to sleep at night. We were gone all day during the days. Spent our daylight hours swimming and getting sunburned on the beautiful beaches at South Haven. South Haven was only a 17 minute ride from this cottage. We had an awesome lazy getaway. Exactly what we wanted!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

John S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Glen dump
Did not match listing No hot tub! No Wi-Fi! Dirty Smelly blankets, towels Host will not communicate
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun little cabin near the lake
The cabin was as suspected from the information on the listing. We loved to older vibe and how quiet the area was. Being by the lake gave gorgeous views and the primitive beach down the road was fun to take our chairs down to and relax. WIFI did not work the entire time so it wouldn’t be a good stay for young kids that are attached to devices. Take plenty of bottled water because the water is rusty. All in all it’s a great place to unwind and is very close to so many fun attractions. It’s an easy drive to South Haven, Saugatuck/Douglas, and Holland.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting.
Very quiet and peaceful. Just what we needed. Amenities implied there was a hot tub....no hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Cottage
Loved the cute little old time cottage. I would go there again. The location is beautiful. It is very cozy. Love the bed in the bedroom- very comfortable. Even the Hide a bed was very comfortable after the air mattress in it was inflated. The house could use a few tiny fixes.. The pull down shades on the windows did not want to retract, and the kitchen sink wouldn’t stop dripping! Otherwise awesome little place. . Ps. We had a severe thunderstorm with tornado like winds early our 1st day with heavy rainfall. The rain gutters could not keep up and overflowed resulting in flooding the front yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melissa S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unreasonable Host
When we got there the front door was wide open. It was 91 outside and 81 degrees inside.The host showed up unannounced,welcoming us. We left to get groceries,when we got back the temp had not changed.I sent her a text and she told me to get fans then she showed up unannounced again, we went down to the lake for an hour to see if it would cool down,when we got back the AC had been on full blast for 3 hours and thermostat said 84. I messaged her that if there wasn’t a better solution then we’d have to ask for a refund. This is when the host showed up for the third time unannounced. She got upset and started using exasperated hand gestures telling me that it’s my fault,we needed to open the doors and windows and let the breeze in and spend time outside.I told her that the listing says it had air conditioning and it’s not unreasonable for us to expect the AC to work when there is a heat advisory.She refused to acknowledge any responsibility or come up with a valid solution, I said thank you, shut the door, and immediately started packing our things up. We got a hotel for the entire trip.She would only give us a partial refund, after hours on the phone with customer service she told me the next morning that the AC says 68 and insinuated we were expected to come back,I said without a receipt for repair or replacement of her window unit I will not be coming back. I still have not received a full refund.she knew there’s a heat advisory, she knew full well her AC doesn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

tiffany h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great if you are looking to disconnect!
Very cute, small cottage overlooking Lake Michigan. There is a small beach for rock picking. The internet and phone service is spotty. We weren't there much so it didn't bother us but it is very "disconnected". We didn't get service in town either, fyi. For anyone needing the internet:). I found it a charming little getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M., Lexington, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Getaway
After reading some of the reviews it is clear they just didn't read the description. The host clearly states it's rustic, old fashioned and not modern. The listing does say here is a hot tub, there isn't. The fire pit is a small metal patio type fire pit. Still meets the need. The grill needs replacing. The walk to the beach is exactly as described. While it isn't secluded, the cottage is located down a dead end, gravel road. The lake can be seen from the porch and from the living area, and can definitely be heard (my favorite part!) The bed is a full size, very small especially if you're used to a king, just beware. Internet is almost non-existent even with their Wi-Fi. Overall it was a nice week, we had little expectations, nothing was misinterpreted (other than the 'fire pit' and 'grill'. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
This little cottage was perfect for a peaceful retreat. Quiet and restful for taking walks down to the beach or watching the beautiful sunsets from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage great neighborhood
Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Corrine and Art L., Ohio

This Was a Mistake
We are travelers and rely on VRBO descriptions. It didn't work this time. There is vintage and then there is old. This was old. We debated as to whether to comment on this rental but decided that it might encourage the owner to make a few updates. I have only complained one other time in the many years we have used VRBO but there needs to be some attention to a variety of things on this rental. There was one wash cloth and a few older towels. The bathroom sink was not appealing at all...but the shower was nice. Faucets were leaking in the sinks. The kitchen stove burners really needed attention and I agree with another person who responded...a good yard sale visit would provide a much more complete line of dinner wear...cracked and stained is not appealing. Silverware needs to be in a drawer, not just sitting out. Good refrigerator but the rest...well, not as good. There is one mirror in the bathroom and that is all ! I would love to spend $500 on a Walmart trip and get some curtains, window shades, new waste containers, some towels, etc. This could be a cute place but there is just wear and tear from many years of being lived in. We did smile (someitmes) at the lack of internet service and the TV. I haven't seen a TV like that for many years. We don't need all that stuff but some people might like it. The description didn't quite 'describe' this property. A honeymoon cottage it is not. The lake was beautiful but not accessible - difficult path.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Silviya A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Perfet location, quiet, away from busy towns/ beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Granny goodness
I couldn’t rave about this place more. My best friend and I wanted a quiet girls weekend at the beach and this place was key to our experience. We absolutely loved down to every detail, I felt I was in my grandmas house and it couldn’t have been more welcoming. We even rewound and watched grease on vhs on our little tv in the bedroom one night and had a sunset fire outside the other. The views from the cottage were spectacular, sunset walks are definitely recommended. Though the beach access was farther than we had anticipated and the path down to the beach was a bit treacherous we braved it and enjoyed exploring. We traveled to South Haven just a fifteen minute drive away for our beach days however, much less rocky and also amazing. If you want to stay at a modern updated pristine spot, this isn’t your place. If you want to feel like you’re stepping back in time to a simpler place, surrounded by pink, floral, and familiarity this is it. We loved our time here so much and definitely want to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon cottage
This was our 2nd year here, on our 1st anniversary. Small cottage perfect for two adults. With Lake Michigan across the road, we could watch sunsets every night. Don't count on beach access however; neighborhood sits on a bluff above the lakeshore, with difficult access. Howerver, the wonderful beaches at South Haven are 20 minutes away. , and the many attractions of SW Michigan are convenient. Plus, a beautiful neighborhood. Cautions about the cottage: the full-size bed is small if you're accustomed to queen or larger; the only heater is a small space heater (not relevant most summer weeks, but our stay was CHILLY). Finally, cottage is small, don't bring a lot of stuff!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Missy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Unique summertime place near the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Eugene

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023