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Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Living area
Interior
Dining
Beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Butler Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan

Around the corner from the Dunes Resort, this COZY, ROMANTIC one bedroom cottage is a stones throw from Blue Star Hwy and CONVENIENT to everythingSaugatuck/Douglas have to offer. Enjoy gentle breezes from Lake Michigan a short mile away. Amenities: QUEEN SIZE bed/ cedar lined bedroom, sleeper couch for additional guests, UPDATED BATHROOM with tiled shower, towels, hair dryer, complementary shampoos; dining area/ WET BAR, KITCHEN with AGA gas stove top/electric oven, slow cooker to make a meal before going to your days activities, microwave, toaster, waffle iron, utensils provided, washer and dryer. PRIVATE DECK, charcoal grill.
FIRE PIT with plenty of wood in the woods and stacked behind the garage. PETS ARE WELCOME. !!!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Welcome to my home away from home. Enjoy it and treat it with love. My gallery has provided artwork for your enjoyment. Paintings are original. Purchase information is available. Just ask. Feel free to use the utensils and plates. Please wash them thoroughly for the next guest. There is music in the cottage including vinyl records. If they are new to you, handle them with care, enjoy playing them and return them to their original sleeves. The Blue Star Mansion is close to absolutely everything that makes Saugatuck/Douglas and Western Michigan a great vacation destination. Enjoy your stay! When you leave, lock the cottage and place the key in the key box.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Douglas

Douglas is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Butler Street - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Oval Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coral Gables Il Forno - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Outside Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Corner Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Saugatuck/Douglas Cozy Cottage Walking Distance To Town, 1 Mile To Lake Michigan located?

This family-friendly Douglas cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saugatuck Brewing Company and Lake Michigan. Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

nora z.

good place to stay when you are traveling with your dog
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Cute vintage cottage good for couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage! Perfect for a relaxing week away, close to Douglas beach for sunsets and we loved exploring Saugatuck and Douglas, as well as a day in South Haven. Lots to do from hiking to shopping to beachgoing all within 10 mins. The cottage was comfortable with a full kitchen and TV, a firepit and great stargazing, and we loved the wildlife: rabbits, deer, and TONS of butterflies! We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva R.

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

Unique, Thoughtful, and Dog-Friendly Stay!

We had a fantastic stay! The home was incredibly unique, with beautiful artwork and thoughtful touches throughout. The kitchen was fully stocked, and the beach supplies were a huge bonus. It was also a great place for our dog — super comfortable and welcoming for pets. Great location and close to many beaches in the area (our favorite was Pier Cove). You can tell the host really cares about creating a great experience. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie A.

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

Douglas Stay

The home was dog-friendly and conveniently located to Douglas and Sagatuck via car. The host was available and responded quickly to requests.We enjoyed our time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Douglas cottage

We had a very good stay. The cottage suited a couple well and Don is a good host and communicator. The place has some quirks, which we generally liked. But it would definitely benefit from A/C or fans in the bedroom and a little more kitchen equipment. There's also a municipal building project across the street that may change the experience when it's completed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph G.

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

Great August Getaway

Enjoyed staying here; clean, cozy and conveniently located to attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

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

Summer cottage

Lovely hospitality.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Diane D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dark and dreary

The cottage is convenient location. The lighting in the cottage was terrible. One light fixture could hold 3 lights and had only one light bulb in it. Never could figure out how to turn on the fixture above the dining table. Same in the kitchen. The over head light, couldn’t figure that out either. Bathroom okay. Never really used the kitchen and the microwave was on top of the refrigerator which I couldn’t reach. Keurig coffee maker didn’t work. Window air conditioner which was fine in the living space but the bedroom was warm even though a fan was provided but didn’t do the job. Bed was ok. Dryer busted. The entire property could use a good cleaning. And they did nothing in the back yard to make it inviting. If they were to paint the cottage white, it would a huge improvement. Won’t be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi A.

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

Location

Nice location - close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

david m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

betsy and friend

very nice. Don very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth C.

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

Quaint/Cozy

Our stay was very nice, we appreciated all Don's input on the property, and he set us up to have a great time. Thanks Don!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janet S.

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

Good Location and Fun Cottage

Don is very helpful in giving info about the area. The cottage has fun qualities. The walk to the lake is peaceful. It is a bit longer to go all the way to the public beach if you are swimming. There are great activities close by. Lots of wildlife to see! Good place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Mike W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
There were some pros and cons about this cottage. PROS- Don is a very attentive and available host. He responds quickly to messages and stays in the property directly next door making it easy for him to pop in if needed. Don made sure to provide a rollaway bed for our family of 4. The property is within walking distance to several coffee shops, ice cream shop, grocery store and downtown Douglas and a short drive to Douglas Beach/downtown Saugatuck. The refrigerator in the property looked new, bathroom was mostly clean and outfitted with necessities. The location offered nice views of wildlife. CONS- while we knew the property was small, it was quite tight for our family of 4 (2 adults, 2 teens) for example only one person could stand and move in the kitchen at once. When you use the foldout couch and extra bed there is no room left to maneuver in the living space making this property more appropriate for fewer people. The home in general needs a deep cleaning as there is a lot of dust and cobwebs everywhere. The window air conditioner keeps the living room cool but the bedroom was uncomfortably hot despite the extra floor fan. The electrical set up is confusing as there are wires running everywhere, many switches that seem to not work and outlets that do not work. The dryer stopped working after 3 loads and the quickset lock on the door took several tries to lock. We left the property a night early due to the above concerns and most likely wouldn’t book here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Blue Star Mansion

We stayed 10 nights in this rental. The rental is very close to Saugatuck and to Lake Michigan. Don was super helpful about restaurants and other places to visit in the area. The decor is very eclectic and unique! The only thing I would suggest is a deep cleaning.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marge R.

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

Had a great time. Love the area!

Everything was great. Don went above and beyond! Had a great vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jo Jo

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
First of all the picture showing the outside on the cottage is nothing like it shows. The grass was sky high with weeds all over it. The back yard was the same. It did have a grill as stated however we were afraid with the grass and weeds so high it might catch fire since it was a charcoal grill. There was a wooden bench on the back porch that looked weather beaten and unsafe to sit on including the possibility of getting wooden splinters in your legs or back side.The owner left a note saying there was issues with the stove and dryer. The owner stated in his note that he's spent 3 days cleaning after the prior visitors left, the inside wasn't clean, it had Cobb webs, smelled musty and I question the safety of the electrical ceiling fan, it appeared to not be wired properly. We couldn't stay in a place in that state. I sent a text to the owner and he's not respond that it clearly didn't meet our standards or as described. We had to find a hotel for the evening and find another VRBO for the next 2 days. We're very disappointed and we travel several states and now we're out all that money plus the hotel and VRBO fees.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location - close to Douglas and Saugatuck. Cottage is cozy with attention to detail - interesting books, magazines, records. Easy to feel at home. Owner was very helpful in identifying local places to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Marie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cottage in good location but somewhat disappointing given the price point

The bed was really comfortable and the dining and activities suggestions were great. The cottage was somewhat dusty with cobwebs above the bed. The lighting is lacking and there were windows in the bedroom without curtains. There isn't much counter space in the bathroom or kitchen. Location was pretty good. The owner was very nice and responsive to messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine O.

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

Great location

Don is fantastic! He gave us a lot of suggestions on things to do. We initially had trouble with the TV and he quickly responded with help. Farmer’s market in Holland was great. We had our bikes and rode all over the place. Decent brewery close by that had pretty good food. My only suggestion to Don would be a little better cleaning,otherwise, awesome place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mikhail S., Spring, TX

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

Great stay for an extended time

We stayed for several weeks, and found the property to have all we needed for such extended time. Kitchen equipped with everything, washer and drier, reliable internet. Up to 4 adults can sleep comfortably. Oval Beach is very good. Quiet, good for seniors. Don the host is very attentive and responsive.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Anne S.

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

Great location and host

This little house was perfect for a last-minute working vacation. The location is great - so close to Lake Michigan and downtown Saugutuck/Douglas. The amazing Isabel’s eatery and market right across the street. It was important to me to be able to bring our aging dog with us, and Don welcomed him with open arms. We also really appreciated Don’s recommendations and quick responses to our questions. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jay K.

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

Great vacation property!

This was our first time in Michigan for vacation and Don was wonderful and helpful! We were treated to a ride in a classic Rambler where Don showed us the lay-of-the-land. His restaurant advice was perfect! The cottage was charming and well equipped. We usually cook in 3 nights and the kitchen had a gas stove which usually never happens in a summer rental. Nice Weber charcoal grill on the deck as well. This is really a great location as we were close to everything! As a bonus - it was great to be able to walk to The Dunes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet G., Lakewood, Ohio

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

Cozy house

Don was very friendly and helpful. Even tried to help me catch my dog who got loose. The location is close to beach, town, Saugatuck is a few minutes drive or an easy bike ride away. The house is comfortable, loaded with antiques and we had fun playing old record albums on the turntable. Overall, a nice experience, clean, and thoughtful snacks provided upon arrival! Thanks Don!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mary C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

My husband and I stayed here for a few nights for a little getaway. It’s 2 houses off of the Blue Star Highway, so conveniently located, although about a 20 minute walk to either downtown Douglas or Saugatuck—I would recommend bikes for that trek. Our favorite aspect was probably the record player, with an eclectic array of records to choose from. The linens were clean, although could use a couple extra towels and wash cloths (maybe the house had some; I didn’t ask). Keurig coffee and pods provided, which was nice. My only complaint would be the bathroom could have used a pretty thorough cleaning—but since we were hardly there and it served its purpose, I didn’t complain. Don was friendly and responded to my inquiries timely; no issues arose during our stay. I would recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

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