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Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wicks Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Floor

1 King Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

2 Single Beds

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Cottage

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor

Toilet

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away

Experience the best of both worlds at this charming downtown Saugatuck home with a separate guest cottage—perfectly situated just steps from all the local attractions, yet tucked away in a peaceful setting ideal for unwinding. With plenty of room for large families or groups, this unique property offers flexibility and privacy, including a separate cottage that's perfect for grandparents, in-laws, or those looking for a space of their own. Located on vibrant Butler Street, you'll be just minutes from everything Saugatuck has to offer: art galleries, boutique shopping, scenic parks, riverfront strolls, and award-winning restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Take a ride on the historic chain ferry one block away, or bike and explore the beauty of nearby Oval Beach—just a 10-minute drive from your door.

Inside the main house, you'll find an updated bungalow with an open-concept floor plan designed for togetherness and relaxation. Cook up memorable meals in the fully equipped kitchen, featuring Viking stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and all the essentials. There's seating for eight at the dining table, plus room for five more at the breakfast bar—ideal for gathering with family and friends. Unwind in the cozy sunroom—perfect for reading by the fire, watching a movie, or playing board games. The upstairs layout includes a spacious primary suite with a king bed and en suite bath, a second bedroom with a queen, a third bedroom with a twin trundle, and an additional full bath. A sleeper sofa in the sunroom offers extra sleeping space for two guests. The detached guest cottage includes a sitting area, dinette, kitchenette, queen bed, and full bath—offering a private, comfortable retreat within the property.

Outdoors, the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced yard is perfect for relaxing or playing lawn games. The back porch offers ample seating to enjoy a glass of wine or your morning coffee, and the grill makes dining in a breeze. With parking for four vehicles and everything just a short stroll away—dinner, live music, or a sunset walk by the water—this is the ultimate Saugatuck getaway.

Key Features
~ Superior Location on Butler Street
~ Secondary Cottage for Extended Family/Friends
~ Well Appointed Home
~ Gourmet Kitchen
~ Fireplace
~ 10 Minute Drive to Oval Beach

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Saugatuck

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Downtown Saugatuck, a neighbourhood in Saugatuck. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Saugatuck Center For the Arts and Express Yourself Art Barn are also worth visiting.
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wicks Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kalamazoo Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mitten Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Butler - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away?

As of 19 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away on 15 May 2026 start from AU$1,101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Retreat with Cottage & Private Yard – Steps from Everything, Yet a World Away located?

Located in Downtown Saugatuck, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Kalamazoo Lake and Kalamazoo River are just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and ample space

Well appointed home and the bonus of the cottage in the back was the perfect property for my family and my parents for a fun summer getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We rented both the home and separate cottage which really fit our family needs. Everything was very nice
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Definitely would stay here again. The house and cottage were great for our group. Downtown is walking distance and very convenient. The house is done very nicely with finishes and appliances. Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We would welcome the opportunity to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House and Cottage - Great Location!

We spent the week with our kids and grandkids and had a wonderful time. The house and cottage are the perfect setup (we had the cottage). Great location to walk to most things Saugatuck. Very clean and good communication from both Erin and Catherine!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Connecting with Family and Friends in Saugatuck

We loved staying at this house and cottage in Saugatuck. It was so comfortable and relaxing and it worked wonderfully well for us, our friends and our family. The location was great. We were only a few blocks and a few minutes from all the things that we enjoy doing. The host and property manager made things easy for us as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
John, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and your time in Saugatuck. We would welcome you back again any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIm L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

This was the perfect home/cottage for our family gathering. My son, wife and 11 month old had their privacy in the cottage while the rest of us had comfortable accommodations in the house. Comfortable beds, incredible location to downtown, well supplied kitchen & linens. Catherine was very prompt in responding to my questions and property management was readily available. Perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birch House

Well appointed, clean, walking distance to everything. Thank you for providing the high chair. We did need more bath towels, had to use the beach towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cyndi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Green Delight

the house was lovely but the cottage had a smell to it. Kind of musty! The main house was a delight. Thanks for all the attention to the main house. The location was perfect to walk to the Main Street and bars and shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2024
Cyndi, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at our Saugatuck home. Our location does make it convenient to walk everywhere. Thanks for letting us know about the cottage, we will make sure to get it taken care of immediately.

About the host

Hosted by Beachwalk Properties

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This home is managed by a full service real estate company with staff available to assist you 7 days week from our office located in downtown South Haven. We enjoy introducing people to our beautiful shoreline and strive to provide each guest with a seamless Lake Michigan Experience. We understand the challenges of choosing a vacation home from a distance and look forward to helping you navigate through your options to find the best fit!

Please note VRBO's "Booking Team" does not have first hand knowledge of our homes and we cannot take responsibility for misinformation given to you by their team. Please verify information received from their team with our staff prior to booking online.

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