Title: Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly ![Outdoor dining - Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly (Fennville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83231100/83231021/57fb5840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly (Fennville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83231100/83231021/ddb03a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly (Fennville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83231100/83231021/f65fc942.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly (Fennville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83231100/83231021/f22e482e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly (Fennville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83231100/83231021/667c4665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sanctuary House, nestled in six acres of hardwood trees, offers a serene retreat for 10\. Unwind on the spacious screened porch surrounded by forest or enjoy lawn games and tennis on the private court. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly Welcome to Sanctuary House Sanctuary House, a chic, relaxed, contemporary house with room for 10, sits in the middle of its own six-acre forest of hardwood trees. Perfect for a relaxing vacation. INSIDE THE HOME Its warm, uncluttered interior boasts gorgeous amber pine floors (great for allergy sufferers!) and an open living and dining area, with a breakfast nook. But the real star of the house is the spacious screened porch, completely surrounded by forest. Ahhh. Feeling sporty? The house has its own tennis court (and rackets), great for tennis of course, but also soccer, skating, and goofing around. There are lawn games and various beachy things, and since Glenn's little-visited beach is just a half-mile walk on a private path through the woods, you'll be needing them. (You can also drive to the beach – parking is usually available and always free.) The beach is rocky, however, so water shoes are strongly recommended. When you get back, the outdoor shower awaits, as does a charcoal grill on the patio, a fire ring for s'mores, and a first-rate hammock by the creek. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS This property currently sleeps 10 guests Main Floor Bedroom: Queen Bed Upstairs Bedroom 1: Two Twin Beds Upstairs Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed Upstairs Bedroom 3: Queen Bed Basement Common Space: Full Bed and Twin Bed THE LOCATION The tiny town of Glenn consists of one flashing light, one convenience store (which has all the essentials and makes good pizza), and one diner (which is everything a diner should be). Even though the delights of Saugatuck and South Haven are just 15 minutes away on the beautiful Blue Star Highway, you may find it hard to leave. \*\*Please note: Before booking, it is your responsibility to ensure that this property will accommodate the number of guests booked. Call us, or send us a message if you have any doubts as to whether this is the right property for your group BEFORE you book - we are happy to clarify any questions to ensure you are arriving to a home that meets your needs - thank you! I give permission to SafelyStay, Inc. to verify my identity and check criminal databases in order to confirm my reservation. Complete terms regarding Safely's guest verification can be found at www.safely.com/terms. You may receive an email from Concierge@Safely.com to complete your screening. Please check your spam folder for this email, and contact Safely at Concierge@Safely.com, or go to www.Safely.com if you have any questions. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Kayak - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90330000/90328900/90328818/25f82ff5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new for 2023: The Sunset Suite at Driftwood! 4 bed, 2 bath, 2500 SQFT Dowagiac - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=90328818&PinnedHotelID=90328818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59970000/59961900/59961840/417e1578.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happy Landings - Coastal home with tram and stairs to beach access! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 522322 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.51786%2C-86.23407&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ohhuvajaCEHLz2Ck7Gv_2gme3Eo=) Fennville, MI #### What's nearby - Saugatuck Brewing Company \- 9 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Kalamazoo Lake \- 10 min drive \- 12.0 miles - North Beach \- 10 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Kal Haven Trail \- 11 min drive \- 10.7 miles - South Haven Center for the Arts \- 11 min drive \- 12.0 miles #### Getting around - Bangor Station - 24 min drive - Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Creekside Kitchen - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Glenn Restaurant - ‬7 min walk - ‪Cogdal Vineyards - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hawkshead Restaurant - ‬15 min drive - ‪What Not Inn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly? ### What time is check-in at Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly? ### What time is check-out at Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly? ### Where is Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sanctuary - Surrounded by Nature, walking dist. to beach - Pet Friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location The house was great and we really enjoyed our stay, owner was very easy to work with ##### Mark B. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason D. 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home great location The home is even nicer that the pictures. Great location and very private. ##### Jason D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luiz B. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, secluded and yet some neighbours near you. Charming house! ##### Luiz B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura H. 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved Sanctuary House Loved the property and location. So peaceful! Will definitely be back! ##### Laura H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri T., Winnetka, USA 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house - great location! Beautiful retreat nestled in the woods. Very clean! Great location near Saugatuck, Douglas and South Haven but away from the crowds. ##### Terri T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi A. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Getaway A group of ten and 2 dogs, we had plenty of space. We enjoyed the wooded surroundings away from the hustle and bustle, but still close enough to enjoy Saugatuck, South Haven and Holland. We enjoyed bonfires at night in the fire pit area. The kids enjoyed playing on the tennis court. Saw quite a few deer and a couple of wild turkeys. Had a minor plumbing issue that was addressed quickly by property management. Had an enjoyable stay. ##### Kristi A. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle R., Cincinnati 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Three generations of our family very much enjoyed our stay at the Sanctuary House. The open plan was great for our 3 toddlers to play as the adults visited and cooked together. There was plenty of space for 10 adults without feeling crowded, with the screen porch, front porch, and large basement. We enjoyed making s’mores at the fire pit surrounded with Adirondack chairs and played pickleball on the tennis court. The nearby beaches within a short drive were beautiful and we were delighted to have access to a walkable beach as well. Excursions to pick blueberries and visit the Dutch Village in Holland were fun too. We would love to return next summer! ##### Michelle R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Edward D. 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location, Nice spaces, Mattresses Iffy The Sanctuary is a nice place with plenty of different spaces to gather, and great for groups of 8-10 or so. The screened in deck was great, the kitchen large and the front porch was nice in the mornings also. Areas for improvement: the twin mattresses and the basement queen are in need of replacement and some of family really struggled to get a decent nights sleep. The artwork on the walls was also very personal, different and a little disconcerting for our group. Beauty in the eye of the beholder . . . Very convenient location overall, though. ##### Edward D. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila F., London, UK 27 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Embraced by woods and water Sanctuary House - set in magical woods within easy reach of magnificent Lake Michigan - was an ideal setting for a post-Covid reunion of our far-flung extended family. The spacious, bright and airy house was beautifully configured and well equipped for 10 of us to relax and reconnect with great conviviality. We loved the leafy surroundings with hammock, fire pit and appearances by deer and an occasional wild Turkey. The screened-in porch is a dream for dining indoors as if outdoors. The local Lake Michigan beach is a pleasant 12-minute walk away, and we revelled in pre-breakfast and sunset swims. Also within easy reach by car are sweeping, sandy expanses at Saugatuck, South Haven and the local county beach. We’re grateful to the owners for creating and sharing such a delightful haven, and to the property managers for their efficiency and responsiveness. Hope to do it all again soon! ##### Sheila F. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what we needed This was exactly what we were looking for, namely a quiet, out of the way retreat that allowed pets and located within a three hour drive of our home. We very much enjoyed seeing some deer on and around the property and spending time reading and listening to wildlife (particularly enjoyed the exchange between a Barred and Eastern Screech Owl late one night) in the screened-in porch. The location was nicely situated to allow for easy excursions to local wineries, Saugatuck and Holland and we found a nice quiet beach nearby (access through West Side Park) where we enjoyed a chilly swim and multiple beautiful sunsets over the lake. The management company was very responsive in responding to a trash issue we encountered and proactive in repairing some screen damage they noticed prior to our arrival. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate W. 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location This was the perfect sanctuary for our Labor Day vacation. The location as very near to everything we wanted - beaches, breweries, food, and a short drive to towns like Saugatuck, South Haven and Holland for some family fun. We would highly recommend this house! ##### Kate W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. 24 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Indeed a Sanctuary Lovely house and Glenn is a great SW MI destination! Easy drive to South Haven, Saugatuck and Douglas. Cute little breakfast place and a shop right down the street from the house. So you are close to everything yet have to go nowhere if you don't want to. House is professionally managed. Deers roaming in the backyard. Gorgeous backyard, fire pit and well appointed house. The best screened in porch area! Can easily sleep 10\. We will be back with a few friends! ##### Sarah S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### E B., SE Michigan 5 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house for Quick trip We had plenty of room and space inside and out for our group of 7 people. The 1st and 2nd foot Bathrooms and bedrooms were nice. Basement beds are part of open area so do not offer full privacy of others using space for games or tv watching. Kitchen well stocked for cooking and nice bright open space. We really enjoyed the screened in porch too. Plenty of privacy and yard space for our two dogs, and still close proximity to south haven. Lots of wildlife to watch too. Outside shower very convenient post beach trips. ##### E B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022