Lovely, Eco-Conscious Retreat on Lake Michigan w/ Private Beach & Hot Tub

Fennville, Michigan
$1157 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 16

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

June, July & August 2026 Bookings: Please note there is a 4-night minimum stay in these 3 months. Also, you may not check-in or check-out on a Saturday. (This is why Saturdays are gray on the booking calendar; they are not yet booked.)
September 2026 Bookings: There is a 3-night minimum stay, and you may check-in or check-out on a Saturday.

A beautifully renovated, eco-conscious* home just minutes from Saugatuck/Douglas, South Haven & Holland. This home sits on a tranquil lot with mature trees, privacy from neighbors, 3 decks (2 shaded), and gorgeous Lake Michigan views with 140 feet of shoreline. The walkable beach is accessible from new Trex stairs and a large 40 foot deck overlooking the beach/Lake Michigan; both are lit at night. Take a mile-long walk around the quiet neighborhood over a wooden bridge and creek. Play croquet and other games in the large yard. The home has an open-concept main living space and kitchen with a four seasons room (with heated floors), all with lake views. Two tables can easily sit 16+ people. Three of the four bedrooms have king beds with closets; two share a hallway bathroom and the other has an ensuite bathroom and office space. The fourth bedroom sits in the back of the house and serves as a kids' bunk room/play space/TV room. It sleeps 10 with an ensuite bathroom with double sinks and hooks for all. It also has a 12-drawer built-in dresser for everyone's things. Enjoy a family or kid movie night lounging on the built-in couches - cal. king & queen trundle. In addition, the home has an outdoor shower, half bathroom in the main living space as well as gas fireplace, and laundry room. A new hot tub was installed August 2023. (Please note: The hot tub is drained November - February.)

*We designed and stocked Ambleside Retreat to be an eco-conscious get-away. All mattresses, including crib mattress, are organic (except Queen Trundle due to size constraints). The vast majority of bedding and towels are 100% cotton and OEKO-TEX. Our cleaning service uses - as well as stocked cleaning supplies are - clean, non-toxic brands. (Harsher chemicals will be used only when necessary.) Shampoo, conditioner, soaps, toilet paper and paper towels are all clean and sustainable. LED lights, new and efficient windows, toilets with a green flush option, and antique or FSC-certified furniture throughout.

**Please Note: Michigan shorelines change daily. After three years of ownership, we have always had beach; but, we cannot say with 100% certainty you will have beach when you rent.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Brad H.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2026

    Stayed Jun 10, 2026

    Everything was clean and as described in listing.

  • Jessica F.

    Submitted May 30, 2026

    Stayed May 24, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay in this lakeside retreat! The decor and small touches were so nice! The house had everything we could need! Perfect place for several families.

  • Angela C.

    Submitted May 10, 2026

    Stayed May 8, 2026

    We had the perfect weekend celebrating my daughter’s soon to be wedding. The house was a perfect fit for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities and plenty of room to sit around the table playing games and enjoying a meal together. We all enjoyed the view of Lake Michigan and walking down to the water. The sunsets were spectacular. Thank you for hosting us.

  • chenoweth a.

    Submitted May 8, 2026

    Stayed Apr 19, 2026

    Ambleside is an amazing place to be! The views are incredible, the beach lovely to walk, and the home is so comfortable and cozy and welcoming. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking meals and all the bathrooms have eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner, soap, bath tissues and plenty of towels and washcloths. We have enjoyed quick 15 minute trips to Saugatuck and South Haven for groceries, exploring and good restaurants too! Anne is a wonderful host and easy to communicate with! 5 stars across the board!! One thing to note: this is a quiet peaceful neighborhood…and there is a new home being built two lots over (late spring 2026). Construction noise was minimal and we only heard it when we were outside or with windows open, but there is construction activity going on.

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    Had an amazing stay. House was well stocked. The view of the lake was gorgeous. Felt like your own private beach.

  • Kate L.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    Host was fantastic and communicative, space was lovely and clean, beds were comfortable and kitchen was well appointed!

  • Meg K.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    This house was absolutely perfect for my college friends reunion. It was exactly as advertised- incredible beach access, stunning views, plenty of space for spending quality time together. The kitchen was particularly well appointed which worked well for us because we all love to cook. The hosts were super responsive and a pleasure to work with.

  • Christy R.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    The location and house are amazing!! The host was very easy to communicate with and responded quickly. We would definitely stay here again!! Thank you for a great experience!

  • Kathleen M.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Perfection!

  • Aaron D.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    The house and location are wonderful. It was the perfect place for our multi-family vacation. Our kids enjoyed running around the yard and climbing into the bunk beds. Highlights - Family-friendly, very responsive host, pristine beach and very private and quiet. Lovely neighborhood. We would stay here again without question!

  • John M.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Lovely private property. easy beach access. fabulous sunset views each night either on the beach, deck or firepit.Had one very minor issue, owner/management company both immediately responsive.Full kitchen, no need to leave the house. This location is perfect for all ages if you want to do activities in the area. We would love to make this home a yearly tradition for our family.

  • Peter D.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed as a family and had a great time. perfect sunsets every tight and close to Saugatuck. Beach front access was easy and private which made it feel even better. Great architectural home and open space.

  • jessica c.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Beautiful lakefront house! It's spacious, immaculate and has everything you may need for a vacation. Perfect for a group!

  • Judith H.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    The house is beautiful and very comfortable but the views are over the top fabulous. Usually visiting this area like to go out for dinner or lunch, not this time. Did not leave the house. The house was spacious and so many outdoor seating areas, never felt cramped with the family. Will definitely be coming back. The host was very good with communication and any questions that needed answered.

  • Taylor O.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    This property is gorgeous! We loved staying on Lake Michigan. We had a girls weekend here and it was lovely. The house is very cute, clean, and well stocked. Would stay again! Thanks!

  • Emily C.

    Submitted May 8, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    This was a great property right on the water, we had a really lovely weekend!

  • mitchell s.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Great views and great accommodations. Everything about the place and the host is 10/10!

  • rylie w.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    This house is absolutely beautiful. Had a great time and would come again!

  • Gabrielle K.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Property was exactly as listed! It was super clean and made for a very relaxing stay!

  • Teresa P.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    This property had everything we needed for a restful, relaxing weekend away. The views of Lake Michigan from the house and deck near the water are beautiful. The open floor plan of the living/kitchen area provided lots of seating options for our group. The large bedroom area was very open and even with all the beds it accommodates, felt spacious.

  • Leslie F.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay. The property was beautiful and the views of the lake and access to the private beach really made the trip.

  • ANNA W.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    Loved the house inside and out! The beach access was awesome and had a nice deck and stairs to get up and down. Most of our time was spent outside enjoying the sunset and hot tub. Would love to go back!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$1,157+
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