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Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior
3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit!

Immerse yourself in history at this American Italianate farmhouse in Hudsonville — located between Grand Rapids and Holland! 'The Fox Briar' was constructed in 1875 by the original owner, Hobert Hallum Hall, and has been updated with new appliances and modern comforts of home. This vacation rental offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and ample outdoor entertainment space. This home is perfect for a relaxing retreat and lends itself nicely to a getaway with friends or a small family gathering!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Deck | Barn w/ Dartboard | Vinyl Record Player

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Full Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, gas grill, outdoor seating, fire pit, 5 acres of land, outdoor string lights
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, DVD player, video game console, dining table, breakfast bar, laptop-friendly workspace, 2 walk-in showers, soaking tub, ceiling fans, board games, books, 2 baby gates
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances w/ dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, microwave, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), wood-burning stove (not for guest use)
PARKING: Ample driveway parking, no parking on the grass

-- THE LOCATION --

NATURE: Hudsonville Nature Center (7 miles), Outdoor Discovery Center (16 miles), Saugatuck Dunes State Park (24 miles), Pigeon Creek Park (24 miles)
BEACHES: Holland State Park (21 miles), Oval Beach (27 miles)
CULTURE: Grand Rapids Public Museum (21 miles), Grand Rapids Art Museum (21 miles), Grand Rapids Children's Museum (21 miles), Grand Rapids African American Museum (21 miles), Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (25 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Hudsonville Winery (10 miles), Nelis' Dutch Village (14 miles), New Holland Brewing - Holland Brewpub (14 miles), Craig's Cruisers - Grand Rapids (15 miles), Windmill Island Gardens (15 miles), Veldheer Tulip Gardens (16 miles), John Ball Zoo (19 miles), Van Andel Arena (19 miles)
EXCITEMENT: Saugatuck Dune Rides (22 miles), TreeRunner Adventure Park (26 miles), Bittersweet Ski Resort (30 miles)
TOWNS + CITIES: Holland (14 miles), Grand Rapids (21 miles), Saugatuck (24 miles), Grand Haven (34 miles)
AIRPORT: Gerald R. Ford International Airport (23 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: camera 1 and 2 are both located behind the property facing the driveway. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras are deactivated during guest's stay
- NOTE: The wood-burning stove is not for guest use

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Historic Farmhouse 20 Mins to Grand Rapids!
New! Historic Farmhouse 20 Mins to Grand Rapids!
Historic Farmhouse ~20 Min to Grand Rapids! Byron Center
397803

About the area

Map
Hudsonville, MI

What's nearby

  • RiverTown Crossings Mall - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Tanger Factory Outlet Center - 20 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Van Andel Arena - 23 min drive - 31.2 km
  • DeVos Performance Hall - 24 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Downtown Market - 24 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Grill Hudsonville - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit! located?

Situated in Byron Center, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hudsonville Winery, Upper Macatawa Natural Area and Critter Barn. Winding Creek Golf Club and Diamond Springs Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Historic Michigan Farmhouse w/ Grill & Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Brought a group of friends here to help me celebrate a personal milestone. The property manager was super helpful and responsive. Everyone loved the house and had a great time. Couldn't ask for much more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac E.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice house
easy stay and fun location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
The house was so gorgeous. The host was very attentive. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool property.
Great overall. Super cool property. Only gripes were A/C couldn’t cool the 2nd floor sufficiently and not al ceiling fans were working.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Richard I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding weekend
Stay at the Farmhouse with multiple couples, all family members, to attend a wedding. Plenty of room for everyone. The large deck in the backyard is a great place to socialize. Was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
We loved this place, we will be back. It’s amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home in Hudsonville
Great, quiet location with beauty all around. Great Barn and lots to check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gary D., Sioux City, Iowa 51104

Liked: Cleanliness
Forget this one
This is a tired, old farm house that should have been torn down fifty years ago. The pictures and descriptions didn’t come close to accurately describing this place. We paid for three nights but went to a hotel after one night. If we had more time we wouldn’t have stayed even one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis P., South Lyon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Overall a great farmhouse stay with a lot of beds. The bathroom upstairs is surprisingly large.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a group of gals
Eight of is stayed at this property for a long bachelorette weekend, and it was lovely. Great location if you want a bit of the beach and the city, which are both about 30 min away. The house looks just like the listing but with a beautiful garden in the summertime. One day it was raining, so we stayed in and got cozy watching movies and playing games, which I thought the house was perfect for. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place For Families
The property is beautiful with a ton of historic charm. Lots of space for large groups to spread out and relatively close to a lot of major towns you would like to visit. A great jumping off point for day trips! Highly recommend to others. I’m sure we will be back to visit again in a few years.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
We were impressed with our stay. The house was clean and so functional for our large group. The bathrooms were big, the kitchen was great to prepare a meal in. We enjoyed sitting outside on the deck and walking around the property, having a bonfire in the evening. It’s a beautiful setting, relaxing. We enjoyed coffee on the deck listening to the birds. The windows in kitchen allow for more bird watching. The only thing I would mention is to put different pictures on the site, the pictures they post does not do the house justice. It’s a beautiful house with a lot of character and updates. The landscaping and flowers are amazing around the property. We plan on staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for family
Hosted the whole family there - 6 adults, 3 little kids. Nice kitchen for cooking, nice baths. Nice, comfortable mix of old and new. Stairs to bedrooms are steep and without hand rail, so need to be careful and may not be suitable for kids and old folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend Getaway
We were a group of 7 that were here for a bachelorette party. This house was perfect for us. Everyone was blown away with how wonderful the house was. Everything was just as described and we had so much fun here. We went back and forth over the weekend to Grand Rapids, but had so much fun at the house just talking, drinking wine, and listening to the record player that was at the house. Thank you for being such a great host, we loved every moment!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Refreshing Escape
Cool property. Great kitchen and grill for steaks. Needs a big stew pot but other than that the kitchen was fully stocked. The barn is fun, very cool place to explore and throw darts. Bathrooms were well renovated and well-stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Candice W.

Liked: Cleanliness
They watch your every move
I booked this property to celebrate our marriage with close family and take pictures. We were married earlier in the day. The property manager watches the security camera and sent someone to the property to question/harass us. We booked the property for the 2 of us who were staying there but he was concerned we were having a “party” and going to cause “damage” to his property. He said people have done that in the past. The property owner and management company then called multiple times that night which ruined our experience. We felt so harassed we didn’t even spend the night in the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time away
Stayed here over New Years with family. Perfect for a relaxing stay within close proximity to both Holland and Grand Rapids.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy farmhouse
This property was absolutely gorgeous. It was the perfect getaway to celebrate my husband’s birthday. The farmhouse has been beautifully updated, but still had a historic feel. We felt very cozy and at-home. The barn had the most stunning windows, and it’s own unique history. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place!
This place is out there a bit but quite fun if you like old houses with charm. Easy to access with smooth check in process.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carley H., Midland

Liked: Cleanliness
Spooky Vibes
I was planning a Halloween getaway weekend and was really looking for a house that could match that vibe. This place was modern but still historic with just enough spookiness to it and it really made our weekend so much fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Haley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Foxbriar!
The Foxbriar is the perfect place to stay all around. The location is great. It's a quick and easy drive to and from Grand Rapids, and the beaches of Holland and Saugatuck. The architecture of the house is so cool and the interior design is very well curated. Every corner of the house is perfectly decorated. You can tell that a lot of passion and care goes into preserving this treasure of a house. Would 10/10 stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home!
All the conveniences of home - very comfortable and cozy. The decor was inspiring!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie and Mike K., Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous!
Lovely, lovely, lovely. Gorgeous decor and setting. I want the owner to come decorate my house! It really is impressive. Plenty of room for us to cook (what a stove/oven!) and eat together. Outside is so pretty…. We walked the grounds, made s’mores, and saw wild turkeys. We were bummed that the foosball table was broken, but we lived ;) We went to Holland and Saugatuck. Already missing The Mitten. Back home to Ky we go……. Would highly recommend The Fox Briar!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great country home
This is a beautiful property if you are looking to get away! Perfect for couples and families with kids.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

kim b.

Beautiful!
Perfect house- loved the little touches and really elegant feel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021