The Gatehouse welcomes you to enjoy the charming Downtown Holland, within walking distance of Kollen Park and Lake Macatawa Waterfront. Stroll to live music events at the park, walk to breakfast at Deboer Bakery or head towards the lakefront for food and drinks on Boatwerks Restaurant's patio.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81294 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events!
Nestled in the charming city of Holland, this 3-bedroom vacation home offers a delightful escape for your next getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and all the necessary dishes and utensils to prepare delicious meals. Unwind in the cozy living room, where you can enjoy streaming TV and a selection of games. Step outside and bask in the warmth of the fire pit, surrounded by comfortable loungers and outdoor furniture.
Explore the nearby attractions, including the renowned Hope College, just a 14-minute walk away, and the stunning shores of Lake Michigan, a 15-minute drive from your doorstep. For a taste of local craft brews, head to New Holland Brewing, just a 3-minute drive away.
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and the added comfort of a washing machine and dryer. With essential amenities like a bathroom, a hair dryer, an iron and ironing board, as well as air conditioning, heating, and linens, you'll have everything you need for a relaxing and carefree stay. Immerse yourself in the charm of Holland and create lasting memories in this inviting vacation home.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a lake
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking. Guests below 4 star rating subject to cancellation.
No shoes in the house! Period. Mud room only please!
Please do not move or re-arrange the furniture.
Please burn candles in emergency situations only.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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
About the area
Located in Holland, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Community Aquatic Center and Holland Area Arts Council are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Holland travel guide
Is 3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events! located?
Located in the heart of Holland, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kollen Park / Heinz Waterfront Walkway and Hope College. Holland Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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3-bedroom vacation home - perfect for Tulip Time or Hope College Events! Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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My sister, niece, daughter, and I recently stayed for 5 nights. The house is comfortable and in a great location. Dave is also very responsive. We had a wonderful time!
The house holds so much character. Landscaping is phenomenal. Beautiful view of the water just across the way. Nice park within easy walking distance. We were in town for a wedding at the Boatwerks. Perfect location for this. The only complaint we had were the upstairs beds were uncomfortable but this could be an easy fix with a mattress topper. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Casie A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Marc v.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not clean
A lot of dust, dead bugs, hair. Not vacuum cleaned before arrival. The location is great.
Marc v.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jamie B.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Holland Charmer
This is a beautifully maintained historical home full of character. We were a family of 6, ranging from 13 to 74 and having one bathroom was challenging at times but we knew that ahead of time. This being an older home has about 20 steps to the 2 upstair bedrooms and the steps are short, a little scary for this 68 year old. The home is situated in sort of an industrial area, one of them being Heinz Company (now we know why sometimes we smelled pickles). Kollen Park is just 2 blocks away and had entertainment 3 of the nights in the bandshell. Our morning walks to the bakery and being close to town was a big plus for us.
We arrived and got in with no problems. Great location to downtown and in walking distance to Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant and nice park close by! The house was very clean and cute. The upstairs bedrooms were nice size but the curtains could be a little darker. Too much light came in and I like it dark when I sleep. I get the mattress protection but our sheets kept coming untucked and drove me crazy ( haha short trip)! The dining table chairs could use a little padding! The lighting I. The downstairs bedroom could be a bit brighter. You couldn’t see anything. We couldn’t figure the tv out with the CC, we couldn’t turn it off. Other than those few personal issues we had a great time and I would recommend this location for future use.
Clean, comfortable, accessible, host very responsive--answering questions we had that he had already answered in the welcome email and we had missed! Loved the clocks and lamps, and location is easy to walk to downtown and the park, and an easy quick drive to beaches.
Overall we enjoyed our stay. It was close to a park and not to far from Lake Michigan. The only thing I would say bad is the beds were a bit hard on our backs.
The home had plenty of space and had everything we needed for a short get away. Keys were easy to locate, the kitchen had all of the gadgets, WiFi was easy to connect to and had great signal. If you have younger kids or prefer darker spaces to sleep, plan to bring something to cover the windows as they are only covered by sheer curtains.
Beautiful house. Great communication. Would highly recommend for any time of year but was very convenient during the festival to walk to local events. Thank you!
Great little get-away place, with space for up to 8. Close to a park for walking and a short distance to the shopping and dining district, as well as the college and several historic spots.
Quaint old house, like staying at grandma's house! Modernized kitchen and bath, very functional. Actually plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 toddlers, though with more and older guests the use of the bathroom could be a challenging schedule. Nice neighborhood, great location next to the large Kollen Park. Easy to drive to restaurants and activities, but Holland is not huge! I would stay again!
My three sisters and I totally enjoyed our stay at your house. We enjoyed the house very much with it antique decorating style. We were quite comfortable.We love being able to walk to the neighborhood parks and the downtown. Also, there is a lot to do in Holland and surrounding areas. We had adventures in Saugatuck, went on a Dune ride. We also went to grand Haven, which was lovely. Being able to have a fire in the fire pit every night was so great for us. We would gladly spend time there again if the chance came up!
It was very convenient close to downtown. We however, thought the beds are real hard and it needed real curtains to keep the sun light out. I needed things like Kleenex tissue … and better furniture and lighting in the bathroom . Kitchen was a good
Property was clean, well-kept, plenty of space for our family of 5 to spread out. Close to waterfront park and close to downtown Holland as advertised. We rented bikes and explored the town and just loved the central location, close to everything. We enjoyed making breakfast in the house and made use of the firepit in the backyard one night for some smores. The wildflower gardens around the property are gorgeous and the owner has taken a lot of care to update this house and make it a really lovely place to vacation. I would definitely return and stay again next time we go to Holland!
My three kids each had a bed upstairs, husband and I had the bedroom downstairs and it worked out wonderfully. We were able to walk over to Kollen Park and play, very convenient for driving to anywhere we needed to get to, could walk to DeBoer’s. Beautiful landscaping, I enjoyed sitting on the porch in the mornings with my coffee. Kitchen was stocked, laundry was very convenient and everything went great for our long weekend.
This place allowed us to have great access to downtown, and was not far from the Ottawa Beach. It was in a nice neighborhood, and easily accommodated our large family. There was a lovely restaurant and coffee shop nearby that we were able to walk to, and we loved that. Due to the location alone, we would consider staying her again. We would’ve preferred some more privacy indoors and shade from the evening sun, as the curtains were very see-through or there weren’t any. The bed that we slept on was not AS comfortable as we would have preferred. As a personal preference, the home decor was VERY old - and some updated decor/furniture pieces would’ve made our stay more comfortable. Also, we would’ve preferred not having to leave certain lights on all the time while in the home.
The Gatehouse was the perfect location and size for my family of 6. It was within walking distance of downtown and the wonderful restaurants of Holland. The check-in process was easy and Dave was great to work with. He answered any questions we had in a timely manner. The house was clean and comfortable, and the antiques added to the charm of the house.
The only issue we had with the house was the stairway. The stairs are a little narrow and steep, but after a few trips up and down you got used to them. The doorway at the bottom of the steps was a little short for my six foot five inch boys, but there's nothing you can do about the doorways of these older homes.
It was a great place to stay and we would stay there again. Thanks Dave for making our stay very enjoyable.
Great communication with David. The place was in a great location. We went our two little girls and we were able to walk to an awesome park.
The place is just old and is in need of a deep clean. The instructions asked us to take off our shoes, but the rugs are old and need replaced and our socks were gross by the end of each day.
The place has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate a good number of people, but only has a 4 cup coffee maker. (I actually bought one for $15 and left it there.)
With a little bit of an investment in freshening up, this could be a great place!