Nestled in the charming lakefront community of Glenn Shores, Glenn Haven offers a serene retreat. This cozy cottage features a gas fire pit, wood-burning firepit, and gas grill perfect for outdoor gatherings. With association access to Lake Michigan and a short walk to the private beach, you can unwind by the water or relax on the screened patio.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access
Welcome to Glenn Haven! This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage is located in a lakefront community of Glenn Shores with association access to Lake Michigan. You are a short walk (or drive) to the private Lake Michigan association beach!
This cottage sleeps up to 5 with a King bed in bedroom 1, and a Queen bed in room 2. In the living area there is a double sleeper sofa.
The full kitchen has all the amenities for preparing meals for your group. Outside you will find a gas fire pit, a second firepit for wood burning, and a gas grill.
Relax outside in the screened patio, or by the fire, or head to the private association beach to watch the beautiful Lake Michigan sunset. There are 4 beach chairs and beach towels for your use at the private association beach. We do have a ring doorbell at the front door.
Glenn Haven is located half way between South Haven and Saugatuck. With private lots, and small narrow streets, this is the perfect place to feel secluded and private even with neighbors nearby. With numerous lake access and viewing spots, Glenn Haven offers a Great Lake Michigan experience.
12 minutes to downtown South Haven 15 Minutes to Saugatuck 22 Minutes to Hope College 34 Minutes to Holland 47 Minutes to Grand Rapids 1 Hour to Kalamazoo 2 Hours from Chicago 2 Hour 52 Minutes to Detroit 2 Hour 56 Minutes to Traverse City
RENTAL RULES Please review our house rules prior to booking. You will be asked to agree to all rules and provide a guest list before door codes are sent. If you are unable or unwilling to abide by these policies, our cottage may not be a good fit.
1. Smoking (of any kind) is NOT allowed in the home 2. MAXIMUM of 5 registered guests (including adults, babies and children) at ANY TIME due to the smaller size of the cottage, therefore parties/gatherings are prohibited. There will be a per day fine for exceeding guest limit. 3. Neighborhood QUIET HOURS are from 10:00p.m. – 8:00a.m due to the woods and water, sound travels and many of our neighbors are permanent residents. 4. Pets are NOT allowed. While we love pets, we are unable to host pets as we have severe allergies (this includes ESA). 5. Parking is limited to 2 vehicle(s), and only in driveway. Parking on the road or on the grass is not permitted. 6. The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper material is flushed. Guests are responsible for damage due to flushing anything other than toilet paper.
Booking Process: Guests must sign and return the rental agreement within 24 hours before the booking is fully confirmed. Failure to sign agreement may result in cancellation without refund.
If you have additional questions, please shoot us a note! We are happy to accommodate when we are able, and love to share our home with guests so they can create amazing Lake Michigan memories!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
No lift
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming 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)
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
Store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please return the beach key to the hook in the kitchen. This must remain for the next guest. If you have time to start a load of towels, our cleaners would be incredibly grateful!
Please button up the backyard by returning any beach Items (chairs, wagon) to the deck boxes, and covering the fire pit and grill if you utilized them during your stay.
Checkout is at/before 11am. Our cleaners generally arrive right at 11am. Please let us know if you depart earlier!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Max guests allowed on property is 5, (includes adults, children, babies), and we are unable to host events/gatherings. Two parking spots in drive only
No smoking on property, owner has severe pet allergies so we cannot accommodate pets of any kind. We have a ring camera at front door.
We will ask you to agree to all house rules; provide guest list (verification of primary booker) prior to sending door codes. Primary must be staying
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed but home is not childproofed
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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 South Haven, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. South Haven Center for the Arts and Michigan Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. Visit our South Haven travel guide
Is South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Michigan and within 9 miles (15 km) of North Beach and Kal Haven Trail. South Beach and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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South Haven, Saugatuck, Glenn Shores Cottage, Private Lake Michigan Beach Access Reviews
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The cottage was clean and had all the amenities to have an enjoyable weekens. The owners are attentive to messages. The only thing was the beach was a bit further from the umit than we thought before we arrived
This house itself was adorable and clean, but the outdoor spaces (screened porch and firepit area) are a great bonus! The private beach was perfect for our needs, so we opted out of going to the busier public beaches in town. Our son loved playing in the sand and looking for rocks, and we made sure to watch the sunset every evening. Great location- close to South Haven and short drives to Holland and Saugatuk (highly recommend the dune ride tour!l). We made lots of great memories and hope to return in the future!
We had such a wonderful time at Glenn Shores. Ashley was so quick to respond to any questions that we had prior to our stay and during our stay. The house is exactly as pictured on the listing - so clean, cozy, and all updated. The porch and yard are lovely places to relax, and our kids loved the wagon provided to walk to the beach. Check in and check out was super easy, and the beds were very comfy. The house is a short drive to downtown South Haven and to Saugatuck, and we enjoyed both while we were here. We also enjoyed Bumbleberry Farms (great for little kids)!
You will not be disappointed when staying at this cottage!
This was such a wonderful property I was truly sad to leave after our three nights!!! Not only is it a great location in a quiet neighborhood with a private community beach but it is perfectly situated between south haven and saugatuck…a quick 15 minutes drive to either. It was just a truly relaxing place to be (and that says a lot bc I had my 11 and 13 year old boys with me!). What made it so great was how easy it was to be there! Little things like aluminum foil and ziplock bags so you can store leftovers, laundry detergent, toiletries, an abundance of blankets, beach chairs and towels along w a wagon to get them all to the beach. It’s like Ashley asked herself “how can I make my home the easiest and most comfortable place to stay?”…and this did all that and more. We grilled and enjoyed the fire-pit every night. The beds were so comfortable. Ashley was so easy to communicate with. I can’t wait to come back next summer for a longer stay!!!Thank you Ashley for sharing your home with us!!!
We stayed at this property for our wedding weekend. It initially was booked with previous owner. When Ashley purchased the home she made sure the rebooking process was seamless with great communication.
When we arrived Ashley checked in with us and made sure she had our cell phone numbers in case of any emergencies. The information binder available has everything you could need.
She messaged us several days before our stay to notify us that the evening before our stay was open on calendar so we came a day early which worked out well!
The house is well stocked with k cups, laundry supplies, extra linens for pull out couch, beach towels, beach chairs, boogie board and sand bucket. It is decorated wonderfully and feels cozy and modern. The large shower is absolutely beautiful as well.
The indoor space is small but maximized with open concept main area, decent sized bedrooms and a bathroom. It worked perfectly for the 2 of us and our two young kids.
The large outdoor area with both a propane and normal fire pit was so relaxing. The backyard is wonderfully quiet with great privacy - you feel like you are alone in the woods!
A 5-10 min walk from the backyard (and down a very steep privately gated driveway) is a small private beach. We recommend driving down the drive with key provided!
The location is perfectly nestled in great driving distance between Saugatuck, South Haven and Fennville (10-15 min drive to each).
The owners have done a great job outfitting this property for guests. There were nice touches like holiday sheeting and small tree, wreath. Ashley was responsive to queries.
Cheryl S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
carole b.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Bad Memories
I am contacting VRBO: 6 guests are allowed but parking for only 2; owner threatened (used unknown camera) to make us vacate ("calling authorities") since we were parked more than 2 and even tho were surprised by 6 friends just stopping by to wish my husband happy 80th birthday (left by 9:30 after sitting at the firepit); even with a huge gravel drive ("neighborhood rules") complaints continued that NO cars can park on the street or touch the grass (cars then moved to highway, even registered guests). All evening I received multiple phone calls, texts and even messages directed to VRBO to make the 6 people (all in their 70/80s) leave "immediately" and my rental is terminated! I didnt tell my birthday husband since he takes chemo and doesnt need stress. I was traumatized. I just pretended nothing was wrong. No authorities came (who, police?)and my family stayed to the next day. So the unknown camera was illegal, and the manner of treatment abhorant. I will contact VRBO direct. All cameras inside or out need to be acknowledged to the clients. Seemingly minor: TV only works if you use your own Netflix account, AC drips water and makes loud shreaky noises, rooms tiny (seating mostly for 4), decor wonderful, beach tiny.