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Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly

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Jan's Cottage
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly

Weekly Rentals only from mid-June thru the Labor Day Week on a Friday to Friday Rental Cycle

Short Term/Nightly Rentals are available during the Spring & Fall seasons. Rates vary depending upon the length of stay and day of the week. Specify dates for a detailed quote.
Save over $300 Off the Weekly Summer Rate during May and November.


This rental is a charming, two bedroom cottage perfect for a romantic couples' get-a-way or small family vacation. It has an ideal location just two houses from downtown shops and restaurants and is secluded on a dead end,. cul-de-sac with little traffic or pedestrian noise. The cottage has a very private stone patio in the back off the master bedroom which has an umbrella table and chairs and a chimenea for romantic fires, on those cool nights. The large side yard is nicely landscaped and is a great place for a picnic, yard games or child's play. The cottage is Pet Friendly and there's even a bike rack for securing your bike. Pickleball and Tennis courts are just a few blocks away.

Being just a stone's throw from downtown you'll find yourself walking everywhere. The Cottage is also only a block away from the river and Wickes Park where you can sit and watch the river boat traffic, people watch or fish. The chain ferry is at the end of the street and can take you across the river where you can walk or ride your bike to the beach.

Having two (2) on-site parking spots is especially welcoming when you drive somewhere and come back later to find them waiting on your return and being the only two open spots anywhere around. You'll enjoy your time in this cottage and the ease of access to downtown. You'll definitely want to return.

The cottage is rented weekly during the Summer Season and nightly during the Spring and Fall with a 2 or 3 night minimum stay.

Two small dogs (20 lbs each or less or one medium sized) are allowed with the owner's approval and payment of a Pet Fee. Please read the included Pet Policy requirements; especially the need to kennel/crate your pet(s) whenever left alone in the cottage.

Our linen package includes bed pads, pillows, pillow cases, sheets and blankets. Bath mats & dish towels are also provided. However, It is necessary for you to bring your own bath and beach towels. Obviously, the washer/dryer will make this requirement easier.

Keywords: Downtown Saugatuck, Vacation Lodging, Family Vacation Cottage, Seasonal Rental, Romantic, Charming, Intimate, Private, Big Side Yard, Stone Patio, Pet Friendly, Small Pets Allowed, Child Friendly, Kid Friendly, Children Approved

Property manager

Janet Kemp
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cottage is ideal for small children
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Events

No events allowed
No Large or Noisy Parties are Allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small/Med Dogs are allowed. Cats are not accepted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in the Cottage. OK on patio
Pets must be kept in kennel/crate when left alone in the cottage. A walk through inspection will be done at check-out to determine deposit returned
Noisy parties/events are not allowed. Smoking is only allowed outside. Failure to obey either of these rules can result in eviction & loss of payments
There is parking for 2 cars on property. RVs, motor homes, trailers and tents are not allowed on property. Additional parking on public side streets

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
Note from host: No Large or Noisy Parties are Allowed
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 deadlock

About the area

Saugatuck

Located in Saugatuck, this cottage is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Community Aquatic Center and Forever Curious Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 17 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2B/1B Cottage, Private Patio, Downtown, OffStreet Parking, Dog Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Saugatuck, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Wicks Park and Kalamazoo Lake 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. 98 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Jans Cottage

Cute little place close to restaurants and the water. We would stay again but wish they supplied bath towels.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne R.

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

Cozy cottage

My daughter and I spent Thanksgiving weekend at this cute and very cozy cottage. How nice it was to be able to walk to town and explore all the fun shops and great restaurants Saugatuck has to offer! We will stay here again that’s for sure! Great communication with the property owners made us feel like we were family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

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

Great Place

Great place. Close to town. Very pleasant experience! Clean and safe. All the comforts of home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin A.

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

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is perfect. We didn't have pets and didn't notice any evidence that this was a pet-friendly place. It's super clean! Very quick communication with friendly owners. Note: One person in our party has a back condition and felt the 3 mattresses were all very firm. The sofa was comfortable for her to sleep on with her back condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

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

Great stay, great location

Absolutely loved the walkability of this quaint little place. Gary was lovely, proactive, and responsive. I look forward to staying here the next time I am in Visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

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

Girls Weekend!

The cottage is very cozy and inviting and was perfect for our group this weekend. The location is perfect for walking to shopping, dining and night life in town. Very fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Another great vacation

We had another great stay at the cottage. The cottage is just perfect for us and is located within a walking distance of dowtown Saugatuck and is a quick drive for day trips to surrounding communities (Holland and South Haven to name a few). Thanks Gary and Janet - we'll see you next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Lovely cottage steps away from downtown Saugatuck

My family of three found this cottage ideal for a short fall getaway early October). The house was clean and stocked with essentials, and the hosts were helpful and kind. We were steps away from great restaurants, fun shops, and a nice playground perfect for our 9-year-old son. Plenty of restaurants and shops stay open in the off season, and we had the beach mostly to ourselves. We’re excited to return to Jan’s Cottage for a full week during the summer season to try out the attractions which were closed for the season, including the sand dune ride and the chain ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie-Sue F.

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

Spacious cottage in great location

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John p.

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

Location perfection

Clean, cute, well appointed! Private location close to EVERYTHING! Only a 5 minute brisk walk to any part of Saugatuck. Didn’t have to move our car for our entire visit. Home was clean and hosts were responsive to questions and eager to make sure everything was in place for a perfect stay. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Perfect cottage for a getaway weekend!

Cute and private cottage within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, and bars and just a short drive from the beach and area kayaking!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce L.

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

A week of golf and fine dining

Everything was satisfactory
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jan and Gary keep this property shining clean! I slept very comfortably in the Master bedroom with sheets that are soft as butter. Also ample pillows (a real plus) I didn’t expect so I brought a couple of my own. Town is very walkable and less than a block from the cottage to begin your shopping in downtown Saugatuck. The shopkeepers are very friendly and helpful. Your hosts are available and gracious, enjoy your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great place! Great everything!

Awesome communication and great place! You can't beat the location! Thanks so much for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is our third time renting this darling little cottage - we love it that much! It's on a quiet side street in Saugatuck but easy walking distance to everything. The beds are comfy, the owners are great, and it's cozy inside and out. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda d.

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

Love This Place!!

This was our second stay at Jan's Cottage, and it was just as we remembered it. Check in was easy and the place was clean when we arrived. The hosts are friendly and responsive and you can tell take good care of the property, including a well maintained yard w/sitting area that we would have enjoyed if it was a little warmer outside. It is located on a quiet street that is the perfect location to downtown shops/restaurants. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariah C.

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

5 stars

We had a beautiful weekend at your cottage! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Marc

Great place, great location, easy walk to shops and restaurants. Nice to have a parking space. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Another wonderful stay

This is the second year that we have stayed at the cottage and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, again. Saugatuck is a charming town and is close to many other larger towns/cities that can be visited for the day. Thank you Jan and Gary - see you again next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Lovely Cottage

Such a lovely little cottage perfectly located in the heart of Saugatuck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

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

Saugatuck Friends Getaway

We had a delightful time staying at your property. It was just the right size for the three of us and we were delighted at the close proximity to downtown. We would recommend only a few items for your consideration. The faucet in the bathroom is quite squeaky ~ perhaps a bit of lubricant would help. And the couch in the front room is somewhat uncomfortable to sit on...not a deal breaker, just feedback. It was nice to meet you and look forward to coming back to Michigan again! Cheers, Melissa
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

genevieve r.

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

Wonderful stay to end the summer

Jan and Gary are great hosts and communicators. The house was the perfect size for my husband and I - plus our dog. We anticipated getting in a bit later due to work and holiday traffic, and they made sure to have the AC on and sent clear instructions so we could arrive with ease. The house is in the perfect location, tidy, with nice touches like a comfy bed with extra pillows, fully stocked kitchen, and lots of brochures on local attractions and events. We loved being able to walk to town, on the boardwalk, and within the neighborhood, then come back to the quiet comforts of this home. We hope to be back again soon - Saugatuck is a magical place, and Jan and Gary’s hospitality made it even more special. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

david z.

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

great location and just right for two

Nice place close to downtown for a City experience while in Western Michigan. Good for a couple or a family with one or two small children. Would recommended for a these type of customers. Saugatuck in August is about the best place to be in Michigan and this home fits the experience nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Des Plaines

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

Adorable Cottage

The cottage was absolutely adorable, super clean and comfortable. Very peaceful little nook, which was so nice. The location cannot be beat, in the heart of everything Saugatuck has to offer. Everything in walking distance. I parked the car in the spacious 2 car private spot(s) and basically didn’t move it until it was time to leave. Thank you so much for having us Gary and Jan!! Angela
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O., Arlington Heights, IL

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

Wonderful Location

Wonderful trip and about the best location we've had in 22 years. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janet Kemp

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Jan and Gary owned and operated the Marywood Manor Suites and Cottages for over 20 years. Jan was a licensed Real Estate Broker and owner of a local real estate office for many years. Gary was Vice President of a Fortune 500 office furniture manufacture before retirement. They sailed and lived aboard their 44' catamaran for pver 15 winters in
Florida and the Bahamas. Since selling their boat in 2015 they have spent winters in Naples, Florida.

Why they chose this property

They bought this cottage because it looked like a wonderful rental cottage and was just across the street from Marywood Manor. The cottage has since been updated with many improvements over the years into one of the more cozy, charming cottages in the heart of downtown Saugatuck

What makes this property unique

You'll love the location of the cottage just off the downtown business district and will appreciate its' quiet seclusion on the dead-end of Mary Street. You'll also love the intimacy and coziness that is very relaxing. Besides being a romantic get away it is also an ideal cottage for a young couple with small children. With a busy kiddie park just a block away and the nice side yard for lawn games and child's play it works perfectly for kids. The owners also accept small pets as long as the tenant agrees to their Pet Policy. There is a large stone patio off the Master bedroom that has an outdoor table and chairs and a chimenea for providing a cozy fire on a romantic evening of quiet conversation and a glass of wine. This cottage has all the privacy and conveniences as well as being in an ideal location with great access to Saugatuck's shops and restaurants.

Languages:

English

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