The Sandcastle: An Artistic Haven! Private Beach, Family-Friendly Wonderland

Absolutely exceptional. Wendy and John have a magical property that provides a peaceful getaway with everything you may need for a perfect vacation. Everything from the property, beach access, wood fire pizza oven and puppet theater just blew us away. We will be back for another visit!!

Very kid-friendly, with plenty of beds, an arts and craft area, swings, games and more. We loved the art everywhere and Pinky the dog was a favorite.

Couldn’t have dreamed of a better location for a family experience. Everything was spectacular, from the grounds with so much to do for the kids, the private beach, provided boats etc, plus the accommodating hosts. Plus the best view of Lake Michigan we have ever enjoyed!

Wendy and John were so amazing. Their place was pure magic! We used the wood fire pizza oven two nights!! The yard is so pretty with all the flowers! The view of the ocean was breathtaking. We had fun at the beach with our kids and dogs…. Very private. I would love to come back

Easiest review I’ve ever done. We miss it already. We have been on many upscale beach trips and this one is tops. We were 4 adult couples but would be great for kids too!We LOVED our week with Wendy, John and Pinky (sweetest cavalier doggie)The view is beyond description. The beach amenities are awesome.The pizza oven and outdoor dining and living areas are wonderful. The kitchen is great!The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The drive to S Haven is very convenient and the town is great— icecream, shopping, dining— easy! Also easy drive to Saugatuck— a MUST!We did the cruise on the replica 1800s tall ship— fantastic! We did Wendy’s art lesson— so fun. This is a special place and very special people own it. We really hope and plan to be back!!

This is an amazing home with a great beach! The beach has a sandbar just off of the shore so even the smallest of kiddos could play safely. My family loved the art and personal touches in the home. The outdoor space was absolutely magical as well.

The property is huge and has tons of space for fun and activities. We booked this as our family vacation and let all 3 kids bring friends! There was plenty of room and tons to do. The kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks. We all loved the pizza oven and outdoor movie theater. The hosts gave instructions for both and they were easy to use! It was a great vacation space with private lake access. House is equipped with everything you need and has fabulous views of the lake!

The outdoor spaces are amazing. We enjoyed eating outside and our children had lots of places to play. The beach access was so convenient and very private. The inside of the house needs a little updating and we would have appreciated locks on the bathroom doors. The hosts were very helpful and we really enjoyed our family art lesson.

Wonderful home and wonderful host. Highly recommend this property. Such a unique setting and beautiful views. 10/10

We had a lovely stay at The Sand Castle. Beautiful and creative house with amazing views of Lake Michigan. The sunsets were incredible! The hosts were so nice and very attentive to all the details

My family (six adults and two dogs) had an absolutely wonderful time here at Sandcastle. The home is exquisite, comfortable, and exceeded our expectations. South Haven is just minutes away. We look forward to returning to Sandcastle.

What a special property! When you have views and lake access like this it’s hard to want anything more, but the amenities (so many bikes!), the grounds, the pizza oven and the amazing owners take this to the next level - thank you Wendy and John! Clean, well-stocked kitchen and plenty of room for our 8 adults and 2 dogs. Also close to a bike path that connects to South Haven on one side and the dunes in another direction.

Thank you, Wendy and John, for a terrific experience! We had 8 adults (4 couples) and a toddler. Each couple had a private room except for the toddler. There is plenty of seating/dining space for everyone, with a large kitchen table, a long picnic table on the deck overlooking lake michigan, and a long table under a pergola next to the fabulous wood-fired pizza oven (we cheated and bought dough from a local pizza shop). We used the deck-top fire pit overlooking the lake every night. The kitchen was well stocked for large-scale cooking. We brought some pans, knives, etc, which proved unnecessary. The hosts were attentive and responsive and live within sight of the property. The refrigerator was not cooling properly when we arrived, and the hosts quickly brought over a temporary replacement refrigerator. They immediately brought over a replacement grill when we pointed out a problem with the existing one. They also helped us to fire up the pizza oven and provided helpful instructions. The property is huge and park-like, with swings, climbing structure, 1/2 basketball court, and shed with bikes (and pump) and beach chairs. There is a nice sand beach, but the waterline to about 15 feet offshore is quite rocky (about 2 rocks) so bring your water shoes. Be sure to ask John to show you his marble sculptures and ask Wendy about her clay sculptures of NYC subway riders. Her beautiful children's book illustrations are framed throughout the house.

Beautiful, highly recommend

Our family (ages 4 to 76) spent July 14-20 at this special property. Everything was even better than the photos. The home is filled with Wendy’s beautiful artwork. Our 10-year-old granddaughter said she wished she could live there forever. Wendy and John went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and accommodate our needs. They even purchased a cushioned deck chair so our oldest family member would be more comfortable. Wendy’s drawing lessons were a big hit, especially with our 7-year-old grandsons. Our grandkids enjoyed hammocks, playground and basketball court. The beach was beautiful and the sunsets were amazing. South Haven is a short drive away ( less than 10 minutes to a big grocery store). John helped us with the outdoor pizza oven and Wendy provided a recipe for pizza dough. Perfect meal for our last evening at the Sandcastle. Wonderful memories.

Couldn't have asked for a better stay.

Great location, beautiful sunsets, great hosts.

From the moment we arrived, we knew we were in for something special. The Sandcastle offers incredible views of Lake Michigan. Whether sipping morning coffee on the deck or watching the sunset, the scenery never failed to captivate us. All of our children were overjoyed with the amenities! From the children's books, dollhouse, swings, playgrounds there was never a dull moment. The hosts truly thought of everything. The well-maintained grounds were a delight. We explored the gardens, had a picnic on the beach and made our own wood-fired pizza. It felt like our own private paradise. Wendy and John were warm, welcoming, and attentive. They made sure our stay was comfortable and memorable. Their genuine care added an extra layer of magic to our vacation. We can't wait to return.