In Fennville .At this Fennville vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Star Antique Pavilion. Saugatuck Brewing Company and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are also within 6 miles (10 km).
beach near Birchmoor Drive - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
beach near Old Owl Drive - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
Butler Street - 10 min drive - 8.8 miles
Silver Lake - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
Oval Beach - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
Getting around
Holland Station - 23 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Saugatuck Brewing Company - 8 min drive
What Not Inn - 5 min drive
The Mitten Brewing Company - 13 min drive
Uncommon Coffee Roasters - 12 min drive
Michigan Wine Company - 5 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.
Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town
Fox Eagle Dunes; 6 Bedrooms, 4 baths, plus additional sleeping accommodations. Comfortably sleeps up to 16.
Secluded home in Fennville / Saugatuck just steps to Lake Michigan! This well-appointed, spacious 6 bedroom, 4 bath home is tastefully decorated and fully equipped for comfort and convenience. Oriented on a 1.75 acre wooded lot, this home offers a private setting with several outdoor spaces and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Located just 7 miles from the shops, restaurants, & art galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas, this 4200 sq. ft. home has all the amenities you could desire for a comfortable and adventurous vacation.
Lake Access: Lake Michigan public access for shore walking is just a short walk away (stairs)(0.3 mile walk). It is part of our area homeowner’s association. It is just an access point. The beach areas are privately owned but are available to you for shore-walking. Another access point is Pier Cove (2.2 miles) which is lake accessible for shore-walking. West Side County Park (3.0 miles) has a great picnic and grilling area. The BEST beach experience is Oval Beach in Saugatuck (7 miles). Celebrated for its beautiful sweep of shoreline and backdrop of rolling dunes, this is the main beach in town. Its impressive pedigree of awards (Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 25 Beaches in the World, National Geographic Traveler’s Top Freshwater Beaches in the USA, and MTV’s Top 5 Beaches in the USA) is testament to its status as a summertime favorite and natural beauty spot. There are concessions, a picnic area, and adjacent parking and NO STAIRS! Something for everyone. Another access point for shore walking is Douglas Beach Park at 3099 Lakeshore Dr, Douglas. There are also picnic tables and grills. If you are up for a hike, there is Saugatuck Dune State park. There are several trails and they all end at the beach. It is mostly used for picnics, walking, etc.
Exterior A long private drive accesses the peaceful wooded setting with the sounds of Lake Michigan shores close by. A spacious rear deck offers serenity, wooded views, outdoor cooking and dining. Relax in the screened porch or around the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the secluded privacy.
Interior There are three levels to the house giving plenty of privacy to each bedroom. Main floor features: - Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, spacious living room, large separate dining room, and fully equipped open kitchen. Perfect for entertaining - from an informal bbq to more sophisticated dinner parties. Living room opens up through two sets of double patio doors to the large rear deck, screened in porch, gas grill, and back yard. - A large master suite with king size bed, tv, Jacuzzi and large double shower. There is also a separate door to the back yard patio. - 2nd bedroom, - 2nd full bath, - office with very comfortable queen sleeper sofa is easily converted to 6th bedroom. - laundry room with full size washer/dryer and iron.
Second floor consists of a suite that offers a private retreat with character, convenience and tree-top views. TV with direct TV access in the room. Queen bed and additional twin bed.
Lower level area includes two additional spacious bedrooms, additional twin bed, very comfortable queen sleeper sofa, large bath, desk area, and enormous family room with several seating areas for watching TV, playing games, expanded dining space, and just hanging out after an adventurous day.
Perfect layout to enjoy each other’s company, yet have plenty of privacy.
Additional features include: central air, Wi-Fi, Cable TV, main floor laundry, gas grill, large screen TV and DVD player on lower level, and 2 additional flat screen TVs.
Steps to Lake Michigan private association lake access -- only a 0.3 mile (5 minute) walk. Accessible for shore walking.
This is not your average ‘vacation rental’ property. It’s perfect for families and friends looking for a well-appointed vacation destination. The sleeping arrangements can comfortably accommodate up to 16.
Nearby tourist attractions include: downtown Douglas, Saugatuck, Fennville, South Haven and Holland, famous for shopping, restaurants, jet skiing, kayaking, farmers markets, dune rides and the arts.
Sun and Sand - Saugatuck's Oval Beach has been rated by Conde Naste's Traveler Magazine as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world.
For outdoor adventurers, the 50,000-acre Allegan State Game Area offers boating, fishing, biking, hiking, skiing, and bird watching.
We are 10 minutes from 'Ravines Golf Club', the Arnold Palmer signature Golf Course.
Additional attractions include: Krupka’s Blueberry Farm for seasonal berry picking, Crane’s Orchard for fall apple picking, award winning wineries, outstanding local restaurants and microbreweries, and boutique shopping.
Maximum capacity 16 - including infants and children.
*Fireplace not for use of guests.
Check-In: In-Season Weekly Bookings; Saturday to Saturday at 4:00pm Check-Out: 10:30 AM
Check-In: Off Season Bookings; Two night minimum at 4:00pm Check-Out: 10:30 AM
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
6 steps to reach entrance
No elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming 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
General
Garden
Unit size: 4,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Wooded Retreat Steps to the Lake Close to Town
Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town Fennville
Frequently asked questions
How close is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town to the airport?
This vacation home is 51.1 mi (54-min drive) away from the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town to the beach?
This vacation home is 7.6 mi (15-min drive) from Oval Beach and 14.1 mi (22-min drive) from Laketown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town to downtown Fennville?
This vacation home is 6.4 mi away from Fennville.
Wooded Retreat - Steps to the Lake - Close to Town Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 171 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dan P.
Sep 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a nice house with beautiful decor. Very clean and comfortable.
Dan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Catherine O.
Sep 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed multiple times at this beautiful home! It was very comfortable for our family of 15 adults. Very well appointed and comfortable. The front yard is great for yard games and we enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings. A short walk to the beach to watch the sunset each night. We also enjoyed our time in Fennville and Saugatuck! A short drive to both! Highly recommend Salt of the Earth restaurant in Fennville. Would highly recommend this property!
Catherine O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela W.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay with a group of old friends. Lots of space on this very private property to catch up and lounge around. We would love to return!
Angela W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
linda r.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay in Fennville. The house was very clean, well equipped, and very comfortable. II highly recommend this property.!
linda r.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline W.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Check-in was very straightforward and easy. The kitchen is well-appointed and very pretty. We were really impressed by the nice dishes and serving pieces; they were far superior to those in any other house I’ve rented. Lots of cookware and utensils. This feels like a home, not a rental property.
Jacqueline W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda M.
Aug 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, wonderful garden and our family enjoyed being together in such a great place
Linda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela H.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home with phenomenal gardens that make you feel like no one else is around. But only minutes from the shore! Truly beautiful home
Pamela H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erika C.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend this property! Great location, home and surrounding area was beautiful and comfortably accommodated our group.
Erika C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynne S.
Jul 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We love to cook! So the open kitchen, living, eating area works for us- cook, talk, eat and laugh! Then walk down and see the sunset!Sit on the front porch with your coffee in the morning- you might see a deer in the front!We took the kids to Michigan Adventure (about 35 miles north), to Oval Beach (4 miles) to Saugatuck (4 miles), and just down the street to Westside Park ( wear swimming shoes- it’s rocky when you first wade in!). Also a must! FennHill - music and food truck on Thursday evening- bring a chair or grab a picnic table! Virtue Cider and Modela’s - lots of room for kids to run!Oh, and pick blueberries and raspberries at Cranes if you’re there in JulyBest thing though? Not one mosquito!! Love that!!
Lynne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful family vacation
Keith’s home was perfect for our family of 9 adults and 4 kids to gather for a week. Photos do not do it justice! The kitchen was a delight to cook in. The appliances, equipment snd cookware, and ample plates, glassware and serving pieces were much appreciated. I mean, who has polish pottery coffee cups in their guest house? There was a nice assortment of spices and baking staples in the cupboards. The bedrooms were beautifully furnished and the beds comfortable. I would love a yard as wonderfully landscaped as this one! There was something to see around each bend. The large open yard was great for the kids and the adults enjoyed fires around the fire pit in the evening after bedtime. It was a short walk in a lovely neighborhood to the beach access. Initial concern that the beach was walking only was soon gone as the kids ran and jumped and collected shells and stones for hours. We visited the beach at least twice each day. I would visit this home again in a minute. It truly was as welcoming and equipped as if it was with family, not a rental. Oh, the artwork and pieces are amazing!
Linda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria R., Indianapolis
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
BEAUTIFUL WOODED RETREAT
My family and I recently stayed at this beautiful property and all 11 of us were very impressed. We had 7 adults, 6 of whom were coupled and 4 kids 12yr, 15yr, & two 17yr and all 11 of us had our own space! We were able to come together in the shared living spaces: kitchen, family room, basement; but dont forget the wonderful outdoor living space! Front porch, back porch, campfire area as well as a sizeable front yard to volley a ball & a huge driveway! This property had everything from comfort and cozy to spacious and gorgeous, both inside and out. We saw a family of deer multiple days right out our front door. Oval Beach is a short ten minute drive and property had beach chairs to share so we did not have to bring our own. I cant say enough wonderful things about this beautiful wooded retreat. Thank you VRBO for coordinating our beautiful rental for a memorable week Saugatuck was a gem and we will definitely be back.
Maria R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Judy A.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious
Home was clean and suited our family well. Plenty of space indoors and out to spread out or gather together. Loved the decor and “home” feel. Great location. Kitchen had plenty of dishes and cooking pots/pans/serving dishes. Enjoyed our stay!
Judy A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pat R.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
5 star plus! It was very clean, beautiful and spacious. The property manager was always responsive to our questions/needs. Would highly recommend. Our stay was enjoyable and we would definitely book again!
Pat R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Louanne H.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. The pictures do not do it justice! Lovely yard and decor. Always something new to see. Very clean and organized. Ten to fifteen minute drive to many shops, restaurants and things to do. Thank you Keith for the lovely stay!
Louanne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amineh E.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
Keith was really responsive and helpful throughout the whole booking process. The property is beautiful and had more than enough space for our group. It had multiple entertaining/seating areas which everyone appreciated. I would recommend and stay at the wooded retreat again!
Amineh E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margo D., West Bloomfield, US
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location, Felt like home, Lots of Privacy
This home is very comfortable, clean, and provides lots of privacy. The outside sitting area is very inviting for reading, visiting. We felt very at home here. The dishwasher stopped working but Kieth was very responsive. It is close to Apple Orchards, vineyards and Saugatuck which has cute shops, restaurants and parks for kids. We were a 4 families with 2 little one's and we had plenty of room.
Margo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim W.
Oct 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
Very comfortable, well suited for larger families and a great location on a beautiful property!
Kim W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara N.
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations!
This home is lovely and perfectly set up to host! The fenced yard is a dream of paths, perrenials and enchanting artwork. The outdoor evening lighting creates a magical retreat environment. We particularly loved all the incredible artwork and attention to detail inside the home! And so much space for everyone, while feeling cozy when it was just my husband and I. The short walk to the Lake Michigan access was charming and of course the lakeshore is magnificent. We highly recommend this home/stay as one of the best experiences!
Barbara N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt L.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The Wedding Weekend
The home is so very nice and inviting and so well equipped too. All our guests were so complimentary of the ambiance and set-up of everything. BRAVO!
Matt L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine O.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend family get-away!
We have stayed at this home several times with our group of extended family ages 13 and up! We had 15 guests this year and we all slept comfortably. We did use the pull out sofa bed and twin that are in the lower level family room area.
Kitchen is well appointed, we grilled one evening and had everything we needed for dinner for 15!
The outside front yard is large and we were able to enjoy some outdoor lawn games, we really appreciated the area being lit with hanging lights because we used it after sunset. Speaking of sunset, it’s a short walk to the beach access where we enjoyed the beautiful sunsets each night!
The fire pit area has comfortable Adirondack chairs and enough seating for our large group! Also, the deck area has plenty of seating for morning coffee overlooking the beautiful garden or use any time of day!
We really enjoy the decor and artwork in the home, we love to notice all of the details and placement of the beautiful pieces. This home is so very warm and welcoming!
A big thank you to the owners for sharing this home, it has provided us with a beautiful place to gather and enjoy each other!
Catherine O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angelica A.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Camp Bachelorette
We had a group of 14 girls stay here for a weekend in the woods kind of bachelorette party. The property is absolutely gorgeous and is in perfect walking distance to public beach access. Keith was so easy to work with and very responsive. Would definitely 10/10 recommend.
Angelica A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Halie A., Okemos
Aug 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
Had a bunch of lousy 30somethings get together for a friends getaway- this place was great. Enough space in the front for kube/other yard games, great setup for a fire, and plenty of outdoor seating. Inside was just as great, the decor is so so tasteful and warm. Had enough space and beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Halie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!!
We absolutely loved our stay. The location is perfect, and the home was comfortable, clean, and beautiful. We would highly recommend!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Setting
The home is quite charming with far more character than your typical VRBO. You can tell it is treated as a home instead of purely an investment property. Extremely private setting with a fantastic out door space to complement the home itself. Close to a range of different areas to explore Saugatuck, enjoy restaurants, breweries, etc. Would definitely recommend.
Scott H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alice G.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
A Beautiful location and gardens surround a well supplied comfortable home. I appreciated the easy maintenance of the furniture and rooms.