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Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!!

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Big Blue sits on "The Hill" close to downtown
The living room has lovely walnut paneled walls, wicker and rattan furniture
The dining area has an antique table and chairs and is bright and cheery
the screened in porch overlooks the front yard
The downstairs aqua bedroom has a queen bed and sliding doors to the outside

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!!

If you want to experience living in a vintage 20's cottage in Saugatuck, Big Blue is the answer . Big Blue is a charming refurbished vintage 1920's cottage on the Hill, with all the eccentricities of an older home.

Note: A new house is being built across the street so there is construction in the view. They usually do not work on the weekends and majority of outside work is done, but it's still something we want you to know about.

There are three large bedrooms, 2 queens and 1 set of twins, all with lovely wooden floors. The upstairs bathroom has a tub/shower combination and tile floors. The galley-size bathroom on the first floor has a step-in tiled shower and tile floors. The large living room/dining room has the original walnut paneling, with antique oak dining table and chairs and wicker and rattan couch and chairs. There is a screened in porch through the sliding glass doors in the dining room where you can sit and have your morning coffee and listen to the birds. The kitchen is huge, completely furnished, with lots of counter space for cooking or projects.

Rainy Days? Connect to WIFI, stream your favorite channels or play any of the numerous games and puzzles.

Outside are 3 different decks, all attached with 2 different seating options. The huge back yard has mature trees and plants and is so peaceful. Big Blue comfortably fits 6 people with plenty of space to do your own thing. There is a washer, dryer, and high chair.

THE FIREPLACE IS NON-OPERATIONAL AND WE DO NOT ALLOW FIREPITS.

We allow dogs although there is not a fenced in yard. We do have a pet fee.

Big Blue is just 7 blocks from downtown Saugatuck; an easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Plenty of parking on site (but don't park under the walnut tree--those can dent your car or head).

Parking is not an issue as you will have the whole driveway to yourselves.

Saugatuck has recently passed strict Short Term Rental Ordinances. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood and Quiet Time is from 11:00 on. If a complaint is made and the police are called, we could lose our STR certificate. Please observe the 11:00 quiet time ordinance.

Big Blue has a 6 person occupancy limit determined by the Fire Department. Please observe this limit.

Property manager

Chris Peterson
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 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
A reminder that the yard is not fenced
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We love dogs so allow them at our rentals. We don’t love to pick up after them. Please pick up their potties or we will do it for a fee of $25.00.
Everyone loves to visit Oval Beach with its beautiful sans beaches. Please leave the sand there☺️ If it does come home on towels, please shake outsid

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 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Holland Community Aquatic Center and Forever Curious Children's Museum. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 17 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Reserve Best Dates Now!! Bring the Whole Family and the Dog!!! located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Kalamazoo Lake and All Saints' Episcopal Church are also within 5 minutes.

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 8 - Good. 13 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Liz K.

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

Quaint Cottage

**Pros: - Great location - The cottage matches the description - Very clean - Easy walk to town **Cons: - The cottage is tiny and dated; I can touch the ceiling on the second floor. - There is no closet in the bedroom on the main floor. - A half bath on the main level was converted to a full bathroom, but it's very small, making it impossible to use the sink. - Quiet time is imposed at 10 PM, even on weekends. We were only made aware of this after we booked, which forced us to rearrange our evening plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carrie b.

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

Great location

We were visiting for a weekend from out of state for some college tours. We lucked out and were able to be in town for an art/gallery hop. All if the local businesses were open and it was a perfect time to stroll the streets. On Sunday there was a chili cook off with live music. Everything was within walking distance! There was plenty of parking, the kitchen was fully stocked to prepare food at home. The accommodations were clean and perfect for our family of 4. We had a wonderful weekend and would stay here again with these most gracious hosts! Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

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

Girls Weekend

The house was great and just as described. On a quiet street, loved having our coffee in the morning on screened front porch, had 5 beach chairs and beach towels, lots of books and games, well stocked kitchen with regular coffee pot and keurig. Came with extra coffee and pods, honey, popcorn. Short walk to town. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy F.

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

Lovely Stay at Big Blue

My family and I loved our stay at Big Blue. The home was clean and included everything we needed for a great stay, even beach towels for a quick trip to Oval Beach. Big Blue also has a great location within walking distance to shops, restaurants and coffee shops. Our hosts were friendly and provided an easy check-in and check-out process. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leeat B.

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

Awesome!!

Everything was wonderful from start to finish
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry & Carol N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Perfect weekend break

We spent time at the house then found time to stroll into Saugatuck. Good sized property and the owners generously left a welcome bottle of sparkling wine for us. Easy parking and a great porch surrounded by a screen. As others have said, the property is old fashioned but suited us on this occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly I.

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

Tulip fest trip

Very cute & comfortable, enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

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

Girls trip 2023

Pros - The house was adorable. Great location. Easy to find. Easy to check in. Good communication from the owners. Would stay again. Cons -The living room furniture was uncomfortable. Seamed to be wicker outside furniture. Upstairs bath tub should have some kind of safety slip resistant on the bottom of the tub. Slippery when wet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja R.

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

Fall weekend girls trip

Lovely place! Cozy, clean, and the front porch was so great to just sit and catch up with my friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Perfect getaway

What a great place to stay in a perfect Saugatuk location. Just a short walk to all the fun spots downtown, and a quaint house with lots of character! Games and space for the kids and adults were easily accessible, hosts were super responsive and helpful, and comfy accommodations in a quiet and beautiful neighborhood. If you’re looking for a home away from home, this is it! Stairs are a little steep for toddlers so keep the littles in the downstairs bedroom, but also…that’s what you get in an older house. We were a little concerned for a moment when we couldn’t find the last piece of the jigsaw puzzle provided by our hosts, but we quickly found it and the vacation quickly got back on track :) Thank you E & C for providing such a lovey space for a family that will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Craig M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Location, Great Service - property needs improvements

The location is great about 3 blocks from downtown. The front screened in porch is amazing and a huge kitchen table. The downstairs bathroom leaves alot to be desired. The shower fan was broken and made a horrible noise. They had to come disconnect it and put in a light bulb. That bathroom had no window treatments and we had to cover it with a towel and duck tape. It was wide open for the neighbors to see in. The sink in that bathroom is about the size of a 1950's water fountain with a kitchen faucet on it. The mirror is of no use. The upstairs bathroom needs new shower curtains as they were rust colored on the bottom. The bathroom door handle fell off from just pulling it. They came and fixed it and it broke the night before we left. I gently pulled the door and it came off in my hand. The drain for the washer was backed up on the day we came. They did fix it and we were able to get a load of laundry done. They did not have any washing machine detergent, coffee filters, and the bathroom soaps and shampoos were probably bottles left by previous guests. We had brought our own. For the price we paid I expected it to be cleaner and stocked. The owner was prompt when we let him know we did not have detergent to wash our clothes and brought it right over. Same with the coffee filters. Just things that should have been done before we got there and not have to ask for. The owner/property manager was super responsive and did bring over a puzzle and found an extra
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Sans kids

Location excellent. Very clean. Owners incredibly attentive, responsive and kind. The grill wasn’t working properly and they brought us a new one. There wasn’t a proper cutting board so they brought us a new one. Like I said, very attentive. Only drawback are the stairs to the upper level, they are very steep. It was a lovely place and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Great location!

The location was perfect. Easy walk into town yet far enough away on a peaceful street. The house is not modern but has all the items you need. Outdoor space is great. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott p.

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

Michigan getaway.

We had an amazing week in Saugatuck, the house was fantastic! Our host could not have been any better! Will absolutely stay here again !!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kristen B.

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

Excellent Location

The house is a short walk from downtown Saugatuck with shopping and restaurants. That was very convenient and what we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory S.

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

Excellent location in Saughatuck!

Great home about 3 blocks from the start of downtown Saugatuck.. about a 10-15 minute walk. Found the house to be clean and in good condition although it is an older home as you can see by the pictures. Owners were prompt and responsive to our needs. We will likely be back to rebook!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Place was great . Easy walking access to town . Nice patio outside and screened patio too!

Great . Easy check in . Pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

James D.

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

Nice old farm house

Great location and quaint, old house on quiet street a few blocks from town. It worked for us as we have a dog and a two year old. Number one issue is a tv without an internet connection (aka no streaming). Besides that issue and a steep staircase in case you have kids, the house was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vito J.

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

Absolutely perfect!

Great experience no issues whatsoever
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brook H., INDIANAPOLIS

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

Location!!

What a perfect location! We could walk everywhere! Beds were all comfortable. Loved sitting on the front porch in the morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Very nice place to stay

Very nice place to stay. Quiet, close to downtown, very enjoyable!love the screened in porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Lake relaxation

We had a lovely week's stay at Big Blue. The location was perfect for walking to town and restaurants. The pictures were very accurate of the home with a fabulous screened in porch for reading and relaxing. The hosts were very responsive and kind and loved that we actually got to meet in person. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Peterson

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Ernie and I retired to Saugatuck from Nebraska 17 years ago and have loved every minute. There is so much to do and enjoy. We drive through town and say "I can't believe we live here". Restaurants, shopping, boating, hiking, sight-seeing, plays, art.....it goes on and on.

Why they chose this property

If you love the cottage experience, you will love Big Blue. It is a 1920's home that has been updated but still has that cottage feeling. All wood floors, walnut walls, a country style kitchen and screened in porch are part of the quaintness. There are 3 deck areas in the back under the huge pine trees for you to enjoy. Saugatuck is 6 blocks away....a short walk through the old neighborhoods.

What makes this property unique

There is plenty of parking (you have the whole drive way so room for everyone's cars), you can walk downtown (6 blocks), pet friendly, Streaming TV, ice maker, WIFI, 3 decks, large back yard for games, screened in porch to drink coffee and watch the world go by.

Want to go to the beach? We have the chairs and towels, toys and life jackets.

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English

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