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Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails

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A house with a porch, a picnic table, and outdoor seating.
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by trees.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a view of greenery outside.
A spacious living room with a staircase, a sofa, a chair, and a television.
A kitchen with a wooden island, white cabinets, and a red and blue valance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kalamazoo Lake

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalamazoo River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Saugatuck

Saugatuck is home to this holiday home. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Ox-Bow School of Art - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kalamazoo Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saugatuck Chain Ferry - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oval Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Noble Twist - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Art Coast Cottage: Tranquil Wooded Escape, Fire Pit, Fireplace, Hiking Trails located?

Situated in Saugatuck, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ox-Bow School of Art, Lake Michigan, and Oval Beach. Kalamazoo Lake and Kalamazoo River are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was large and felt very cozy. It was very well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. We loved the views of the woods and used the large fire pit. We saw quite a few deer in the area. The hiking trails nearby were scenic and the quick drive to surrounding towns was convenient . Lots to do but also great for just relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice wooded area can walk to town and take chain ferry across.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Art Coast Cottage was pretty perfect. We were right at a trailhead, which made for easy exploring. The home was in tip-top condition, and Mill Pond Realty checked in to make sure everything was as we expected. It was! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful setting and close drive to beach and town. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always stay on the town side of SaugatuckOx Bow area is a totally different vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Home Rental Experience

Great location, beautiful home, well-equipped, friendly management. I look forward to staying at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful olace

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house on Oxbow property. Loved the proximity to the hiking trail and fire pit and porch swing. The kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable. It was a little tight for 2 families of 4–not bad if your kids are young, or just for a long weekend, which was what we had. Short drive to oval beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

DollyBrook

Our group had a wonderful weekend together. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Quiet, well appointed cottage on Oxbow property. Great hiking nearby. Easy access to downtown Saugutuck, but away from the bustle. We really enjoyed the place! We were here for traditional post Thanksgiving weekend Christmas tree cutting. Loved the place, but with holiday weekend thought price was quite steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends

Clean, unique, beautiful, comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tasteful comfort!

This property left very little to be desired (accomodations for a toddler were lacking). We loved the woodsy environment, the hiking trail nearby was lovely, the house itself was very comfortable and we enjoyed every minute we were there. Would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I can't say enough good things about this rental! The property managers were fantastic and made everything easy - they even called during my stay to make sure everything was going well, and to ask if they could do anything for us. The house itself was amazing! The location is absolutely perfect - It's pretty far from everything except a neat art school in the woods up the hill. The backyard has great firepit, chairs, and picknic table. There's a trailhead that goes to "Crows Nest Overlook" very close to the house - it's a relatively mild (2 mile) trail through an old growth forest that leads to a fantastic view of the lagoon and Lake Michigan. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All around good but if your picky .......

The house is in a fantastic location, clean, livable, and pretty much meets the description. The property management team was first class. The combo of those two above makes it 5 stars. If you are picky though, I would recommend upgrading the furniture in the family room; its fairly dated and really not that comfortable. The beds get a C for comfort since they are of B quality. .....again this is if you are picky .....otherwise great rental and the location makes up for the others
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean Cottage - one lane road to get there

The Art Coast cottage was very clean and nicely decorated in an antique type vibe. It can be a little tricky to get to the house as you have to travel on a one lane road in a heavily wooded area to get to the house. If a car is driving on the road from the opposite direction you have to back up down the hill to give the right of away. There was a tree down in the road one morning because of a storm so you could not leave but it was quickly cut up and removed. The house is in a very wooded area with lots to see and paths to walk on. We enjoyed our stay but if you are not an adventurous driver the road could cause you some problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the charm and peaceful setting of Art Coast Cottage—it’s a special spot, and we’re happy you appreciated its clean, antique-inspired vibe and the natural beauty of the area. As you mentioned, the road leading to the home is a one-lane city street for about a block. It winds up a protected sand dune, which is why it can’t be widened. That said, there are safety mirrors and clear signage in place, and with a bit of caution and slower speeds, most guests find it easy to navigate. We're also glad to hear the city responded quickly to clear the downed tree after the storm! Thanks again for staying with us—we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mother's Day R&R

The Art Coast Cottage was an amazing property. The mornings began with free symphonies by the birds. (Saw my first hummingbird of the season) The rhododendrons bloomed all week for us. The kitchen was spacious and stocked with a lot of staples It afforded a great gathering space for culinary adventures and great conversation around the farm style table. We enjoyed the fire pit for evening gathering of gratitude and conviviality. The best stocked game closet I've ever seen. Comfortable beds, amazing shower water pressure and the coziest home feeling I've had the pleasure to rent, ever. The lake was too cold for me to swim in, but the rest of the peace of Spring before the tourists hordes take over town was well worth coming early for...Mother Nature gifted us with perfect weather. I hope to come back and stay with loved ones again...maybe next Mother's Day?!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house was nice, clean, and the deck and backyard area was great. Check-In required stopping in at the office in downtown Saugatuck which wasn't clear to me in the VRBO listing but it was mentioned in emails directly from Mill Pond Reality. You'll want to make sure you check your email inbox instead of relying on communication via VRBO. Once we checked in communication with the property managers was good.Propane tanks were empty and I was instructed to get it filled at a local supermarket and they would reimburse. The supermarket was out of propane so we had to hunt a bit for it.I also want to add because I'm not sure it's clear from the listing: the house is pretty much ON (not near) the Oxbow campus which is open to students 24/7. There is a very busy parking lot directly next to the house which stayed busy throughout the weekend (parking for a popular trailhead). There is a lot of vehicle and foot traffic directly next to the house. I think this should be made clearer in the listing. The photos and description provided by the property managers seem to leave this out intentionally and I don't think it's fair to potential guests or the locals to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review and for sharing what you enjoyed about Art Coast Cottage, including the cleanliness, deck, and backyard. We’re glad you found our team responsive. The cottage is adjacent to the Ox-Bow campus and near a local trailhead, both of which make this location unique and special. It sits past the public access point, and previous guests have not reported significant traffic, but we’ll keep an eye on this to see if it was a one-time experience or a recurring concern. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and hope you’ll visit our area again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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