House Manual

The Cottage

West Olive, Michigan

5159 Coltons Run · West Olive, MI 49460

Quick ReferenceEmergenciesCheck-In & OutHouse RulesSafetyParks & BeachesActivitiesEssentialsLocal Favorites

At a Glance

Quick Reference

WiFi
Network
Password
Check-In
After 4 PM
Code sent day-of
Check-Out
By 10 AM
Front door auto-locks
Owner
Tyler D'Orazio
EV Charger
48A · 240V
CCS1 · Free to use
Fire Extinguisher
Kitchen
Under the sink

Safety First

Emergency Contacts

Emergency — Fire / Medical / Police
911
Holland Hospital
602 Michigan Ave, Holland, MI 49423
(616) 392-5141
Ottawa County Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
(616) 738-4000
Property Owner — Tyler D'Orazio

Arrival & Departure

Check-In & Check-Out

Check-In · After 4 PM

  • No-contact check-in via electronic front door lock
  • Access code sent on the day of arrival
  • For any issues, call Tyler at
  • Tip: Tap any key to wake the keypad first, then enter your code

Check-Out · By 10 AM

  • Leave dirty towels in the laundry room
  • Leave all sheets on beds — cleaning staff handles laundry
  • Take garbage to the large bins in the garage
  • Return rearranged furniture to its original placement
  • Put patio umbrellas down
  • Turn off all lights, fans, and electronics
  • Ensure grill flame and gas are off
  • Close all windows · Lock front door · Close garage door(s)

Alternate Entry · Lock Malfunction

Spare keys are in a lockbox on the side garage door. The lockbox code is the first 4 digits of your door code. Contact Tyler immediately for instructions. A $50 fee applies for lost keys.

Rules & Policies

House Rules

By staying at this property, you agree to abide by all house rules and accept responsibility for your group.

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No Pets
Violation results in immediate removal from the property.
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No Smoking
No smoking of any kind indoors or anywhere on the property.
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No Parties or Events
The property is for registered guests only — no exceptions.
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Quiet Hours 11 PM – 8 AM
Please be respectful of neighbors. Violations may result in removal.
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No Unregistered Guests
Only guests listed on the reservation may be on premises.
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No Food or Drink in Bedrooms
Please keep food and beverages out of the bedrooms.
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Screened Windows Only
Keep the screen door closed at all times due to local wildlife.
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Use Coasters
Guests are responsible for furniture damage during their stay.
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No Illegal Substances
No illegal substances allowed anywhere on the premises.
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Stay Out of Deep Woods
Shared land with neighbors — lot lines are not easily identifiable.
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Provided Toilet Paper Only
Property is on a septic system requiring quick-dissolve paper.
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No Garbage Disposal
Property uses a well. Dispose of food in garbage; empty strainer regularly.
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Firewood Not Provided
Guests are welcome to bring their own for the outdoor fire pit.

Safety & Care

Fire & Safety

Indoor Gas Fireplace

  • Keep glass doors OPEN at all times while the fireplace is in use.
  • The flue has been left in the open position — please do not adjust it.
  • Never leave a fire unattended. Fully extinguish before going to bed.
  • If the pilot light is unlit, contact Tyler for assistance — it can be tricky to re-light.
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Important Safety Notice

Koi Pond

This property features an unfenced koi pond on the premises. All guests — especially families with children — must exercise caution near the water. Children must be supervised at all times when outdoors.

  • Only feed fish with food provided at check-in. Overfeeding is harmful.
  • Do NOT step on the rocks surrounding the pond.
  • Do NOT enter or swim in the pond.
  • Do not throw anything into the pond.
  • Two strainers with faux rock covers are present — stepping on them may cause serious injury and costly damage.

By staying here, you acknowledge the presence of the pond and accept all risks. The owner is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or loss.

The Great Outdoors

Parks & Beaches

Away
1.0 mi
Kouw Park
☀️ Summer
5599 Lakeshore Ave, Holland
3.7 acres of beachfront on Lake Michigan with picnic areas, playground, and restrooms. Open dawn to dusk.
Away
3.0 mi
Riley Trails
16300 Riley Street, Holland
300 acres of rolling terrain, pine plantations, and a small lake for hikers, mountain bikers, and cross-country skiers.
Away
5.0 mi
Holland State Park
☀️ Summer
2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland
Home to the iconic "Big Red" lighthouse. Two beaches on Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa, campgrounds, and paddle rentals.
Away
5.0 mi
Olive Shores
8555 Olive Shore Ave, West Olive
20 wooded acres with 738′ of Lake Michigan frontage, boardwalks, and the site of a scene from Tom Hanks' Road to Perdition.
Away
5.0 mi
Hemlock Crossing
8115 West Olive Rd, West Olive
239 acres of woods and wetlands along the Pigeon River with over 6 miles of trails.
Away
5.0 mi
Tunnel Park
☀️ Summer
66 Lakeshore Dr, Holland
22 acres with a tunnel through a dune, volleyball courts, playground, picnic shelters, and extensive Lake Michigan beachfront.
Away
6.0 mi
Windsnest Park
☀️ Summer
Margaret Ave., West Olive
Large sandy beachfront on Lake Michigan. Swimming, picnicking, and play equipment.
Away
6.0 mi
Kirk Park
9791 Lakeshore Dr N, West Olive
68 acres of sandy beach, high bluffs, wooded dunes, and nature trails with wooden stairways and sweeping lake views.

Boat Launches & Watersport Rentals

Pigeon Creek Kayak/Boat Launch
☀️ Summer
7170 Holly Drive, West Olive
Easy kayak and small boat launch on Pigeon Creek.
Lake Macatawa Boat Launch
☀️ Summer
1830 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland
Public boat ramp on Lake Macatawa.
1 Adventure Company
☀️ Summer
2223 South Shore Dr, Macatawa
Pontoon, speed boat, kayak & paddleboard rentals. 1adventurecompany.com
Macatawa Boat House
☀️ Summer
Lake Macatawa, Holland State Park
SUPs, kayaks, and canoe rentals at the park entrance.
Holland Water Sports
☀️ Summer
1810 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland
Power-boat, pontoon, and jet-ski rentals.

Things To Do

Activities & Attractions

❄️ Winter Activities

Pigeon Creek Park
❄️ Winter
12524 Stanton St, West Olive
Cross-country skiing (lighted & groomed for classic and skate), sledding hill, snowshoe trails, ski & snowshoe rental.
Hemlock Crossing
❄️ Winter
8115 West Olive Rd, West Olive
Hiking, cross-country ski trails, and snowshoe rentals.
Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl
❄️ Winter
Holland, MI
Local ski bowl — mulliganshollow.com

Arts, Culture & Attractions

Holland Museum
31 West 10th St, Holland
The best introduction to Holland's fascinating Dutch heritage.
Windmill Island Gardens
☀️ Summer
1 Lincoln Ave, Holland
A 250-year-old working Dutch windmill, 36 acres of gardens, canals, and picnic areas.
Sperry's Movie House
84 West 8th St, Holland
Intimate theaters with reclining heated/massage seats and a children's Playhouse Theater.
Neli's Dutch Village
☀️ Summer
12350 James St, Holland
Theme park celebrating the Netherlands with wooden shoe factory, cheese-making, and a petting zoo.
Window on the Waterfront
Central Ave, Holland
Paths, boardwalks, 100,000+ tulips, and a winter ice-skating rink.
S. Kamphuis Blueberries
☀️ Summer
4140 148th Ave, Holland
U-Pick blueberries — open July & August.

Golf

Macatawa Golf Club
☀️ Summer
4600 Macatawa Legends Blvd, Holland
4.5 mi
West Ottawa Golf Club
☀️ Summer
6045 136th Ave, Holland
4.3 mi
Pigeon Creek Golf Course
☀️ Summer
10195 120th Ave, West Olive
11 mi

Breweries & Wineries

Great Legs Winery, Brewery & Distillery
332 E Lakewood Blvd, Holland
8.0 mi
8.5 mi
8.2 mi
New Holland Brewing Company
66 E 8th St, Holland
8.5 mi

Day Spa

Harrington Salon & Day Spa
1866 Ottawa Beach Rd Suite F, Holland
harrington-salon.com
7.8 mi

Downtown Holland

Restaurants
Downtown Holland, 8th Street
downtownholland.com/restaurants — Full dining guide.
Shopping
Downtown Holland, 8th Street
downtownholland.com/shopping — Boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops.

Holland Farmers Market

Holland Farmers Market
☀️ Summer
150 West 8th Street, Holland
hollandfarmersmarket.com — Fresh local produce, flowers, baked goods, and artisan vendors.

Nearby Essentials

Groceries, Coffee & Supplies

Party Store

Port Sheldon Party Store
6789 Butternut Drive, West Olive
Pizza, liquor, beer, basic groceries, ice, and wood bundles. yourlakeshorepartystores.com
< 1 mi

Groceries

Drugstores

Coffee

Starbucks (inside Family Fare)
993 Butternut Dr, Holland
4 mi
6.6 mi

Owner Picks

Local Favorites

A short list of spots we love and think you will too.

Sandy Pointe Beach House
7175 Lakeshore Drive, West Olive
A beloved lakeside restaurant and bar right on the water.
Peppino's Pizza
977 Butternut Dr, Holland
Local pizza institution — great for a casual night in.
The Fat Burrito
3006 W Shore Drive, Holland
Fresh Mexican with big portions and great value.

Popular Chains & Big Box · Off Hwy 31 / W. Shore Dr

All located between Greenly and James Street:

TargetMeijerT.J. MaxxHomeGoodsLowe'sBest BuyFive BelowBed Bath & BeyondDunham'sTropical Smoothie CaféRed RobinPaneraTaco BellCulver'sMcDonald'sBuffalo Wild WingsQdobaChick-fil-APanda ExpressLogan'sDairy QueenStarbucks
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