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

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Beach view
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

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Douglas, MI

Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society
‪15 min walk‬
Butler Street
‪4 min drive‬
Oval Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
‪23 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

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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Don

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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.

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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

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.

Douglas, MI

What's nearby

Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Butler Street - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Oval Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Silver Lake - 13 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Butler - ‬4 min drive
‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
‪The BARge - ‬5 min drive
‪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.

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.

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ralph G.

8 August 2024

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.

8 July 2024

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

Summer cottage

Lovely hospitality.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth C.

30 August 2024

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.

1 August 2024

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

8/10 Good

Jodi A.

20 June 2023

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

Location

Nice location - close to everything

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Yvonne H.

14 July 2024

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

8/10 Good

david m.

18 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

betsy and friend

very nice. Don very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine O.

29 July 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

18 October 2022

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.

22 July 2024

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

8/10 Good

Jay K.

5 August 2023

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

8/10 Good

kate G., Troy

9 July 2022

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

The Blue Star Mansion is close to everything

We had a wonderful time. Our host, Don, was available and helpful when needed. He gave excellent recommendations for places to eat and visit, I don't think we ever strayed from his list One of our favorite places was the Blue Star Cafe, from breakfast to late-night ice cream it was great and very close to the cottage. You feel that Don is doing his best to make your stay a great one. A cozy bed, good linens, a freshly tiled bathroom, coffee service, and a Smart tv were all at our disposal. I know Don takes these reviews very seriously, so my one recommendation would be to update the electricity. We found several lights (not bulbs) not working, as well as a fan, switches on the wall that seemed to do nothing, and too many power cords lying around. I know as attentive as Don is he will take these suggestions seriously. He is a great host.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

14 August 2022

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

Perfect stay!

I can't say enough about how great our stay was. Such a cozy place, with an eclectic style and everything you need to be comfortable. Don was accomodating & friendly. So many thoughtful details and accomodations made our stay easier than when I've vacationed in the past. We had appliances, grill, beach chairs, and more at our disposal. The location is perfect & convenient to anything you'd want. The beach is 7 minutes away, restaurants & shops are all close too. We enjoyed seeing bunnies and squirrels in the yard and the wildflowers as well. The house is like a cabin inside, thoughtfully decorated and unique all around. We hope to return at some point! Thanks for the memories and experience. The only suggestion I have, and this is more for the convenience of the host maybe- provide a small vacuum or hand vac for sand. I felt bad leaving sand here & there. There was a broom, but brooms don't really cut it for sand. My kids were covered in sand and no matter what, we brought it into our car & the house as much as we tried not to.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah G., Chicago, IL

25 July 2022

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

Douglas weeklong July vacation

The cottage is adorable from the outside, and adorable and quirky on the inside. The bed is comfortable, and the sofa folds out for a second bed, which a friend of mine stayed on for 2 nights. The kitchen has pots and pans for cooking, and Corelle dishware for eating. Basic spices, sugar, foil and wax paper are also in the kitchen. The back porch is lovely to sit on and enjoy morning coffee or evening time (the deer come to visit around sundown). Alexa made sure I could always have music or my local WBEZ station playing. Window unit air conditioner, ceiling fans, and a tower fan in the bedroom ensures that temps inside stay comfortable for all. Great location- easy to walk into downtown Douglas, and an easy few minute drive across the bridge to Saugatuck. Don was friendly and responsive, and couldn't have been a better host. Very handy that he lives next door, for anything that could have cropped up. (He personally brought over extra sheets for me to make up the sofa for when my friend slept over for 2 nights.) Thanks so much, Don! I greatly enjoyed my relaxing and restorative stay at the Blue Star Mansion.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay S., St. Louis

12 July 2023

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

Enjoyable stay!

Couldn’t ask for a better host. When we arrived at the cottage we found everything to be in order and as seen or mentioned in VRBO’s site. There was a welcome basket of assorted fruit, cheese and crackers as well as being stocked with the basic essentials for everyday use. Don was both attentive as well as being respectful of our privacy during our stay. We had anticipated a k-cup dispenser as shown and hadn’t brought any regular coffee grounds. Ironically, he had just changed it over per a previous request, but when he heard of our predicament, he replied to our text letting us know he had dropped off the the other coffee maker and left it on the front porch. The cottage also had a new washer and dryer, (not coin operated), however there seemed to be a problem with the breaker and the electric dryer. He graciously offered, came by, picked up our wet laundry, used his own dryer and brought the clothes back a few hours later. The location is within walking distance of Douglas Beach, 1 mile and another 1.5 mile walk down the shore to Oval Beach. This saved us the $10.00 fee for parking at Oval as well as not fighting for the limited parking at Douglas Beach especially over the 4th of July week. We definitely plan on coming back to this area and hope to be staying here again! Thank you Don.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mikhail S., Spring, TX

14 October 2022

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.

30 August 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Marge R.

21 August 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet G., Lakewood, Ohio

10 August 2022

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

R A., Louisiana

23 June 2022

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

Adorable cottage

We had a wonderful week at the Blue Mansion! Don is an incredible host.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia O.

24 November 2021

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

My Place of Peace and Reflection

This was my first experience with VRBO and was it an amazing one!!! Don could not have been more accommodating, kind and generous in allowing me to stay in his adorable, little cottage for quite a long period of time. I told him I would treat the cottage as my own and that is what I did. I needed a place to get away, work on projects and to escape the worries of Covid. Being a woman on my own for my first VRBO experience, I found it great that Don was right next door. The only things I would have hoped for would have been nicer weather and the location of the cottage being in a little more rural setting. I will be back again when I need the peace and serenity of falling asleep to a beautiful fire. Thank you for providing me with a place to recharge!

Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candice H.

12 September 2021

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

Cozy cabin feel, close to everything in Douglas/Saugatuck.

Don was an amazing host. He expressed sincere concern for my special needs. When we arrived he had already ordered a shower seat and installed a grab bar to ease with the step down bathroom. He offered ideas for dining which we entertained for dinner and a couple of breakfasts. Excellent choices! We loved Oval beach. It was a short drive from Blue Mansion, and very accessible for my mobility challenges. There were endless choices for cabin music, including all that Alexa provided. We really enjoyed our stay and appreciated the accommodations Don provided. Our yellow lab left a hairy mess, but enjoyed so many new smells to poke around in the neighborhood. Thank you Don!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy/Stan P.

8 August 2021

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

Charming and quaint

Centrally located to 2 Lake Michigan beaches, shopping and dining, this charming cottage has a DIY Maine Cabin Master's feel. The host provides everything you need to feel at home. We really enjoyed the welcome goodies.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

CLARE M.

20 July 2021

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

Wonderful find

What a pleasure to stay here! Don was such a wonderful host. The place was impeccably clean, and well stocked. You could smell how fresh the towels and bedding were. We had our two dogs with us, one is 14 and aging, and Don was so welcoming of them both. The kitchen is cute, and has all the amenities you need. We were pleasantly surprised with a fruit basket, water and drinks in the refrigerator upon our arrival. There is a small deck in the back, great for coffee in the morning, and Don built the fire pit while we were there for us to enjoy. It is right off Blue Star Hwy but very quiet and convenient to Saugatuck and the town of Douglas. Don even left recommendations for dining. We would definitely highly recommend staying here. Thank you again Don!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie R.

7 July 2021

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

Very nice stay

Everything at the property was fine. Nice location to be close, but not too close. By no fault of Don, there was work going on outside that began early 2 out of 3 mornings and made it very inconvenient getting in and out.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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