Make the most out of your summer this year with a lakeside vacation or staycation! After Memorial Day, summer has just begun. The West Michigan beach towns are full of hiking trails, delicious restaurants and eateries, local shops filled with specialty items, a plethora of beaches, and so much more. ‘

What To Do 

Grand Haven

Experience award-winning beaches and the quaint, small town charm of the Grand Haven. Enjoy a variety of boardwalks and waterside lunch spots, sunny swimming and sunbathing havens and shady trails through the green forests during your visit. During your visit, you are never more than a few minutes walk to the sugar-sand beach.

Holland 

Holland is known for its beautiful tulips and walkable downtown area, the city is perfect to explore. From water activities and kayak rentals  to Dutch costumes and windmill islands, there is much to see and do. Hop aboard the Holland Princess and enjoy a tour of Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan while you enjoy your lunch or dinner. Bring your camera to capture “Big Red” and the beauty of the coastline.

Saugatuck/Douglas 

From a thriving arts scene, and renowned culinary and craft beverage scene, you’ll want to explore the art coast of West Michigan this summer. Saugatuck/Douglas sits on Kalamazoo River as well as Lake Michigan making it full of exhilarating beach and water activities. One of our favorite activities are the Saugatuck Dune Rides where you can have an adventurous trek across the rolling sands with a beautiful view of the water. There are also many boat rentals you can use to take out of the water from retro to donut shaped.

South Haven 

South Haven offers an idyllic lakeside escape and old fashioned charm. Known for the beautiful sunsets, South Haven is a great place to kick back and relax for the summer. If you’e looking to have some fun in South Haven start with the variety of beaches to choose from. South Haven has many boat rentals and another favorite water activities for locals is kayaking and paddle boarding. Many of our South Haven properties sit on Lake Michigan to offer you the sublime view of the water and the beautiful sunsets.