Escape to Allegan Acres, a luxe rural retreat near the Art Coast of Michigan. This 4,000 sqft house boasts an open eat-in kitchen, private heated in-ground pool and hot tub, game room with ping pong and arcade games including PAC-MAN. With high-speed internet and blue tooth audio system throughout property you will be fully connected while relaxing on this peaceful 3-acre property.
We are committed to providing you with a 5-star vacation experience!
BRIEF PROPERTY SUMMARY:
ALLEGAN ACRES: luxe peaceful rural 3-acre retreat walking distance to town - Sleeps 18 - Open eat-in kitchen - Private heated in-ground pool (fees apply - see house rules) - Private outdoor hot tub (open 24/7/365, no extra cost) - 2 indoor fireplaces - Outdoor fire pit - Game room: Ping pong, pool table, game table, bar, arcade games: 14 video games including PAC-MAN - Blue tooth audio system throughout property - Local area: Saugatuck/Douglas ("Art Coast of MI"), award-winning destination: restos, antiques, boat, hike, golf, wineries, breweries. Near Lake MI beaches/sand dunes
WEDDINGS/EVENTS AND OUR 2 OTHER LOCAL PROPERTIES:
If your desired dates are unavailable, or if you have a large group, we have 2 other properties: ALLEGAN ORCHARDS (VRBO ID: 1203831) & ALLEGAN FIELDS (VRBO ID: 931668). All 3 properties sleep 67 guests in total & have virtually the same amenities. ACRES & FIELDS are just around the corner from each other, & less than 5 minutes from ORCHARDS.
HOST YOUR PRIVATE WEDDING, EVENT, OR FAMILY REUNION!
Written permission required. Ask how we can help you host/plan your special event including corporate & wellness retreats of all kinds.
THE DETAILS:
CONCIERGE-STYLE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT ALL 3 ALLEGAN PROPERTIES:
- Owned/managed by rick, a local resident.
- Message Rick directly for on-call guest services including housekeeping, repairs, etc.
- Seamless, hassle-free virtual check-in and check-out with detailed instructions
- You’ll receive a detailed house manual (hard-copy & digital) explaining everything
OUR AWESOME LOCATION:
10-minute walk to quaint downtown fennville which boasts a variety of restaurants, antiques, a cool/independent coffee shop, pharmacy, grocery store, art gallery, and more!
Driving is enjoyable on our scenic country roads with no traffic.
WE ARE WITHIN 5 MINUTES FROM SEVERAL GREAT ATTRACTIONS:
1. Fennvalley winery & vineyard tours and tastings
2. Crane's u-pick orchards
3. Virtue cider tasting room & orchards
4. Antiques shopping
5. Fresh farm stands
6. Summerhouse lavender farm
7. Salt of the earth restaurant
8. Root coffee shop
9. Many others!
We are within 10-20 minutes of many other activities including towns of Saugatuck & Douglas, Lake MI beaches, sand dunes, boating, fishing, dune buggy rides & tours, bars & nightlife (taxis & ride share services available), spas, galleries, shopping, hiking, kayaking, farmers markets, sledding, cross country skiing, snow mobiles, museums, and so much more!
THE HOUSE:
- Offers every amenity one could desire from a vacation rental, & much more - Gorgeous 4,000 square foot house tastefully decorated with the character of vintage/reclaimed pieces blended with modern furniture creating a thoughtfully curated eclectic vibe - Hardwood floors - Dual zone central a/c (one up & one on main floor) - Dimmers on almost every light switch with soft/warm ambient lighting (2700K-3000K) - Large open kitchen with huge island counter - Private outdoor in-ground heated pool (see house rules re: pool heat fees) - Outdoor hot tub (heated/open 24/7/365 at no extra cost) - 2 wood-burning indoor fireplaces - Outdoor fire pit - Dining seating for 18 (both inside & outside) - Library/den with marble surround faux fireplace - Variable zone volume controlled blue tooth stereo/audio system with speakers throughout inside & outside - High speed wireless internet - 2 large flat screen smart TV's. - Finished basement/game room: pool & ping pong table, floor-standing arcade game console with 14 video games including PAC-MAN, game table, stereo speakers, 55" flat screen smart TV, fireplace, bar, sleeping area, and separate bedroom.
THE OUTDOOR SPACE:
- Private, rural three-acre beautifully landscaped property yet walking distance to town - 6-foot cedar fence (pet-proof) creates complete privacy around backyard/pool area - Large in-ground outdoor concrete heated swimming pool (see house rules re: pool heat fees) - Hot tub (open/heated 24/7/365 at no extra cost) - Huge pool deck - Gas grill (propane provided) - Outdoor dining for 18 with umbrellas - Pool chairs/loungers, rafts, deluxe/oversized noodles - Fire pit with adirondack chairs within additional acre of trees and lawn behind fenced in area - Hammock - Plenty of space for lawn games (BYO – not provided)
KITCHEN/GREAT ROOM:
- Spacious fully-equipped kitchen area is open to TV/sofa gathering area, creating a large great room - Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, large range/oven with hood - Seating for 12 at harvest table (handcrafted from reclaimed barn wood) - Large sofa sectional, coffee table (with extra blankets storage), large flat screen smart TV, stereo with blue tooth speakers for sound inside & outside. - Brick wood-burning fireplace
DINING ROOM: - Seating for 6 at round dining room table - Located through open doorway from kitchen
THE 8 BEDROOMS/SLEEPING AREAS:
PRIMARY BEDROOM/BATHROOM SUITE 1: - Sleeps 2 on 1 king bed - Located on the main/ground level - Ceiling fan, bedside tables, reading lamps, chair, huge walk-in closet - Beautiful pool/backyard view with french doors leading out to the patio - Large en-suite primary bath with walk-in shower, large soaking bathtub, marble vanity
NORTH UPSTAIRS BEDROOM 2: - Sleeps 2 on 1 queen bed - Ceiling fan, large closets, bedside tables, reading lamps, sitting chair - Attached large walk-in closet/room with privacy door, including crib, reading light, sitting chair, additional storage
SOUTH UPSTAIRS BEDROOM 3: - Sleeps 2 on 1 queen bed - Ceiling fan, large closet, bedside tables, reading lamps, sitting chair
MIDDLE UPSTAIRS BEDROOM 4: - sleeps 2 on 1 twin bunk bed set (1 upper twin mattress & 1 lower twin mattress) - Bedside table, lamp, closet
DEN/LIBRARY BEDROOM 5: - Sleeps 2 on queen sleeper sofa with upgraded memory foam mattress. - Located on the main/ground level - French doors with privacy blinds, closet, writing desk, desk chair, wingback chair, marble surround faux fireplace with ambient electric lighting - Gorgeous custom mahogany book-filled bookshelves - View of landscaped front yard
BASEMENT/GAME ROOM BEDROOM 6: - Sleeps 4 on 1 queen bed and 1 twin bunk bed set (1 upper twin mattress & 1 lower twin mattress) - Located in "partially finished" private room in basement/game room - Bedside table, closet, reading light, functional pedestal sink, vinyl tile floor, area rug, exposed basement ceiling, cool vintage midcentury aqua blue cabinet & counter
BASEMENT/GAME ROOM/SLEEPING AREA 7: - Sleeps 2 on queen sleeper sofa with upgraded memory foam mattress - Bedside tables, hanging clothes storage in huge armoire, dresser - Finished basement/game room: pool table, ping pong table, game table, stereo speakers, 55" flat screen smart TV, fireplace, bar, sleeping area, and separate bedroom with pedestal sink. - Floor-standing ARCADE game console includes: PAC-MAN, PAC-MAN plus, Super PAC-MAN, PAC & PAL, DigDug, Rompers, PAC-Mania, PAC-Land, Galaga, Galazian, Galaga 88, Mappy, Rolling Thunder
LIVING ROOM/SLEEPING AREA 8: - Sleeps 2 on queen sleeper sofa with upgraded memory foam mattress - Located on main level
THE 3 BATHROOMS:
PRIMARY FULL BATHROOM 1: - En-suite bathroom adjoins primary bedroom - Large shower with granite bench & glass door - Large soaking tub - Granite vanity - Window above tub provides nice views with privacy blinds
UPSTAIRS FULL BATHROOM 2: - Bath tub/shower combo - Lots of storage built-in cabinets - Pool view
MAIN FLOOR FULL BATROOM 3: - Shower, vanity, toilet - Located on main floor, down the hallway from the kitchen past mudroom hallway
THE OTHER FEATURES:
- Large 2 car garage with extra storage space and large driveway with ample parking areas - Laundry room with full-sized washer/dryer and cleaning supplies/detergent
ALLEGAN ACRES is the perfect choice for friends & family vacations/reunions, weddings, business retreats, wellness retreats, custom-tailored & themed retreats of all kinds, and other special events. We specialize in helping you host & plan your special event!
If you'd like to host a wedding reception or other event for more than 18 people, or a retreat of any size, please contact owner directly to discuss details.
Our goal is simple: we are committed to providing you with a 5-star vacation experience! We want you to have such a great vacation experience that you'll want to tell others and return again & again!
EARLY CHECK IN/LATE CHECK OUT: Subject to availability at no extra charge. Please inquire after booking.
PETS FEES: See rules section.
POOL OPEN 1st WEEKEND MAY- 1st WEEKEND OCT: Fees apply - see rules section
HOT TUB OPEN 24/7/365: No extra charge
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Private hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Fan
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
5 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Step to reach entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Violate & lose security deposit & be evicted
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; your host will greet you
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave garage door opener(s)/FOB(s) on kitchen counter
Replace any displaced furnishings
Return heat to 65 in winter and AC to 72 in summer
Leave pull-out sofas open if used
Close all outdoor umbrellas and bring any outdoor cushions back inside to porch or garage
Please leave our home in a reasonable condition - excessive cleaning may result in additional charges
Make sure hot tub cover is closed
Please run a load of any used/wet towels in the washing machine before you leave
Please let us know of any missing, damaged, or defective items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
CANCELLATIONS: We refund all but $500 if you cancel at any time and we can re-book the same dates at the same rate, or pro-rated if a lesser rate.
POOL FEES: June, July, Aug: $350/stay to heat pool to 80 degrees. $400: 84 degrees, $450: 88 degrees. Contact owner at least 10 days in advance
POOL FEES: May,Sept,Oct (through 1st weekend of Oct): $350/stay to heat pool to 80 degrees. Contact owner at least 10 days in advance.
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Non-refundable $220 fee per pet, per stay
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: 150Max.Contact owner 4 permission, details & rates
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 and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Fennville, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Fennville travel guide
Does ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ALLEGAN ACRES 3Acres,Pool,HotTub,6Bdrm,3Bath,2Fireplaces,FirePit,PingPong,Events located?
This family-friendly Fennville holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hutchins Lake and Kalamazoo River. Express Yourself Art Barn and Looking Glass Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Rick, our host, was very helpful and accommodating to all of our questions and requests both prior and during our stay. Our family and pets had a great holiday gathering and enjoyed the accommodations.
Bonnie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nader
28 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family and I enjoyed our stay at the Allegan Acres, it was a great experience.
The outdoor area was very inviting!! Private and Lots of seating, tables and the pool and hot tub were awesome! Our family loved the game room and kitchen table was just the right size for family card games. Kitchen was very well stocked. Prompt reply from host when questions were asked. Would recommend
We loved our stay at this home so much, it had everything we needed and was located just a short distance from many sites we were able to tour. The garden and pool area was a true highlight, so beautifully maintained, and our pup loved the fenced yard!
We had a blast in this property! Everything was as described. We loved the pool, hot tub and fire pit, and we had a great time exploring downtown Fennville! There was plenty of room for us and our seven kids- such a treat to be together in a wonderful setting before we start sending college kids off in a month. Thank you for your hospitality!
We absolutely loved staying at Allegan Acres. The house is fantastic, with a games room downstairs and loads of sleeping options. We opted for the heated pool and spa, and even though it was 45-55 degrees outside the pool was a big feature for us this year.The property owner is responsive, polite and seemed to genuinely care about the quality of our stay. Fantastic.Would stay again, have stayed again and will stay again.
Our group had the best time here! The house was spotless upon arrival and had all the household essentials you could ever need. The pool and hot tub were clean and the heated pool was warm even on cooler nights. The owner was very communicative and prompt with responses. It was the perfect oasis and we cant wait to go back!
The owner was very communicative during our stay. House was great and had great space for all of us. The outdoor pool area was beautiful, and the location to shopping and beaches were very convenient. Would def return to this house for future vacations! Thank you for your hospitality!!
My Family and I, 13 total, spent a week at this fabulous property. There was plenty of room to accommodate us. The pool area was beautiful and super relaxing and the house was supplied with everything you would ever need. Probably the best thing is the location. Very private yet a 15 minute drive to all that the Saugatuck area has to offer.
The house was beautiful and unique. The backyard and pool area was nice and put to well use as the weekend was on the warmer side. Plenty of room for the group of us. Rick was also great to work with as we lost a watch during our stay and quickly found it and took time out of his day to return it to us. And was always in great communication with us before, during and after our stay
What an amazing place for a family of 15. The house was great, comfortable, and cleverly decorated!! Plenty of sleeping room for all and with a group this size, many little areas for the kids to be by themselves if needed. The basement game room was well used. The fam enjoyed game time!
Our favorite house attraction was the pool! Such a good size and deep! Lots of diving contests this week and for the non-divers, plenty of swim rafts. Fennville is a great location. Close to Holland and Saugatuk for great shopping, and fine wineries for tastings!!
Finally, Rick was amazing to work with. He always responded promptly with any questions I may have had!!
Thanks again for a wonderful weekend packed full of family memories!!
Enjoyed our stay at the property. There were a few mishaps in the beginning, a minor power outage and there were no crib sheets as we were initially informed there would be. We also noticed spider webs in the basement. Property manager was quick with responding and we made do with the situation. It would be helpful to update the house pdf regarding the electronics being Bluetooth, and an update to the sectional sofa. We were also unable to locate the outdoor hammock. Nonetheless, it was a nice family vacation and the home was equipped with everything you need for a pool or beach day. Easy check in and out.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this house and cannot wait to come back! I rented this house for my husband‘s 50th birthday celebration. We had between 18 and 20 people there over 4 days. The house is even better than described in the description and the pictures. It is stunning, beautiful, clean, cozy, inviting, etc., etc. etc. I have stayed at many VRBO rentals, but I have never stayed at one where we literally wanted for nothing. This house was fully stocked with everything you could possibly think of needing to entertain and live comfortably, including kitchen utensils, appliances, bath towels, pool towels, shampoos, conditioners, pool toys, games, mattresses, linens, extra blankets, lighting, food storage, refrigerator and freezer storage, parking - And that’s just everything I can think of just right off the top of my head. I’m sure there are more. If I could leave a 7 to 10 star review I would but five is the top of the scale for them so that’s what I’m giving.
The pool was the best part of our stay! The kids LOVED it. The homes's property/layout is beautiful. There are multiple seating areas outdoors and indoors. Our family of 10 weree able to sit around a table together which is fabulous. The kitchen has everything needed to cook, bake or do whatever:-) The way the home is decorated is artsy and appealing. The home has great "bones", although the layout is choppy. We did need to wash two sets of bedding, as we found two small bugs and a few small pieces of food within those beds. There are some updates needed (new sectional upstairs and some electric wiring (flickering lights in master bath and a few other places)
The housekeeper and Rick were super responsive.
I'd definitely rent this house again.
I'd love to know what brand of sheets were on the master bed. They felt like butter....
my very first impression was that the yard and exterior of the house are absolutely gorgeous. my second impression was that the interior is even more impressive.
we just finished a bachelor party weekend here, and everything was immaculate about this place. There are plenty of places to sleep, there is plenty of room to hang out both indoors and outdoors, and there are plenty of things to do, already here. We had a billiards tournament, we played cornhole, we sat in the hot tub, we listened to music on the in-home Bluetooth sound system. We cooked breakfast burritos on the incredible 6-burner gas stove, and we cooked burgers and brats on the outdoor grill.
There are PLENTY of cooking utensils, plates, cups, silverware, etc All you need to do is being the food itself and you're completely taken care of. I brought my own Dutch oven just out of caution and didn't even take it out of my car, and I love my dutch oven!
The basement has a pool table, a ping pong table, a smart TV, a bar with barstools, a very comfortable couch, an arcade system with several games, and a bedroom with space for 3-4 people depending on who would share a bed with each other. my only wish is that there was a bathroom in the basement, but it's really not too big of a hassle to walk up the stairs to use the bathroom, so it's barely an issue.
I'm running out of space for my overall review, but to wrap it up, this place is incredible and I FULLY plan on coming back here at some point
We had a great time gathering as a family (7 adults, 6 children) at this property. The location is perfect and the house has a lot to offer. The large pool area is the best part! Unfortunately for us, the fire pit is on the other side of the tall fence outlining the pool - we didn’t feel comfortable using it at night because the children were all young – we didn’t want to leave them inside that far away (it is a large property) where they wouldn’t see us if they woke up and needed us. The basement bedroom is exactly as described on the website, but should not be listed as a bedroom. We were disappointed to find there were no egress windows in the basement and did not feel comfortable having the intended family sleep down there as planned; in the end we did so because we could not come up with a different configuration in the house for the parents/children to be in the same room. The top bunk bed is close to the ceiling and I was told my 7-year-old grandson could not even sit up in the upper bunk as there were pipes running directly overhead (also making it noisy when someone flushed upstairs). Finally, while the house in general is very nice, it should be noted that the pictures were taken some time ago and, in some instances, do not reflect the furnishings that are there now.
First, I want to say that this is a very beautiful home. We enjoyed our stay, despite the dirtiness of the home.
There were dirty dishes in the cupboard. There was coffee left in the coffee makers that were put away. There was a pan in the oven with food on it. There are lots of crumbs of food in the silverware drawers, and the cupboards. There were dishes in the cupboard with dried food on them.
Our socks were ruined by the filthiness of the floor. It was very dirty and sticky.
The upstairs bathroom toilet was not working well we had to use a bucket to flush the water down.
There was urine dried to the toilet seat, and the back of the toilet seat when you put the lid down in one of the bathrooms
We had trouble with wasps in the home that we were killing daily. As well as several stink bugs.
A couple of the bed sheets were not washed, and it was very obvious.
We did not bring these things to the property managers attention while we were there, we just took care of the things that we needed to and could take care of. We did not want us to waste our weekend together with the hassle of coordinating things with the property manager to have things cleaned properly or taken care of.
I have to repeat that this home is a very very beautiful home and would be so awesome to rent in the summertime when you could
Utilize the outdoor area, but it definitely needs to be taken care of better!
Lots of room, fantastic house, the hot tub and game room in the basement were highlights. Very clean and well organized. Rick did an amazing job communicating with us. We will be coming back in the summer to experience the pool.