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Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles!

Remodeled Family Size Beach Retreat, Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan as far as the Eye Can See!!!

Completely remodeled in 2018, this house carries the charm of its 100 year history, is equipped with most modern comforts and conveniences, and is ready to build family memories. The location couldn't be more perfect, or rare! This is THE closest house to the water as far as you can see North or South from the deck!

There are no scalding dunes to cross, or never ending stairs to climb, just amazing endless shoreline and panoramic views from almost every room! The Lake Michigan sunset doesn't get better or CLOSER than this! Enjoy expansive enclosed decks, great for children and well-behaved dogs. Brand new seawall (2021) encloses a private raised beach area just a few steps off of the lower deck.

Your nesting space has sleeping arrangements for 10 people. Accommodations include:
- Lower master bedroom with King size bed and en-suite bathroom with bathtub, shower and two sinks overlooking the Lake
- Upper bedroom with Full size bed and closet/dresser
- Lower bedroom with Queen bed and a twin bunk bed (child-safe with railings)
- Lower bedroom with two twin beds
- Lower sleeper sofa with 60-inch wide by 65-inch long mattress

Three full bathrooms:
- One in the master suite (tub)
- One other on the lower level (tub) + washer/dryer
- One on the upper level (shower)

The home has two living room areas, one upper and one lower:
The upper living area features access to the expansive deck off of the kitchen, TV, wet bar, gas fireplace, beautiful fully equipped kitchen, bedroom and full bathroom. The lower level features a living room with sleeper sofa, TV, access to enclosed deck, full bathroom, twin bedroom, bunk plus queen room and Master with adjoining full bathroom, both with amazing water views!

Your nest is also equipped with a vacuum, high chair, rocking chair, fireplace grate, folding table and chairs for 6, beach chairs, toys, beach towels, games, 2 outdoor picnic tables to accommodate 12 total, umbrellas, outdoor grill, and 8 Adirondack chairs. The upper level deck has dining tables and seating for 10.

Parking is located at street level with newly decked, enchanting wooded staircases and pathway to follow down to your nesting place at the waters edge! Start building your lake shore memories today, and come back to nest often!

Property manager

Dan T

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside on the decks is permitted

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well-behaved dogs with $250 fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Guests should bring a baby gate
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lake Michigan Waterfront Family Destination Douglas

About the neighborhood

Map
Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Butler Street - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Silver Lake - 16 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles! located?

This family-friendly Douglas vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Butler Street and Blue Star Antique Pavilion are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Closest Cottage to Lake Michigan for Miles! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

thomas h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northern Lights
Incredible views and sun sets!!! Gorgeous
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Views
Great location and water views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiremanj14 ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Trip to Unplug
This was awesome place to stay at and we would love the opportunity to come back one day. Very clean and everything was close by. Can't beat that view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Weekend
Great access to beach on Lake Michigan and close to Douglass and Saugatuck. House was very comfortable with beautiful views of the Lake. Conveniently furnished with lots of dishes, linens, nice TVs. We would definitely rent this location again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Very nice time again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R., Evanston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
winter break
Never have lived so close to the Lake. Everyday was incredible, walks on the beach, hikes through the woods, great food from Farmhouse and the beauty of the waves. Perfect family getaway. The cottage was exactly the right size, spotless, well insulated with everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall family get away
Location is awesome. Really neat house right on the water. House is well stocked with all essentials to make it a great stay. Parking was a little awkward . You park on the street then climb down several flights of stairs and a wooden walkway thru woods to get to house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter getaway
We had a great winter trip with our adult kids. The location is perfect- fun to walk on the beach and see the weather ice volcanoes on the lake. The rooms other than the master are a bit small but great for adult kids. Very clean and comfortable. Lots of outdoor deck space we didn’t use because it was cold, but beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frederick R S., Florence, MT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the Beach
Very nice beach side home with plenty of windows and plenty of stairs.Very nice deck. Parking can be a challenge with many of the spaces along the street marked "reserved" by surrounding homes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location - it was absolutely perfect!
We were looking for a lake front cabin close to restaurants and the Tulip Festival activities. We were able to bring our puppies as well as our adult children for much needed reset time. Everything was wonderful. We had everything we needed, gorgeous cabin, clean & equipped! Thank you! Everything exceeded our expectations - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host. Great Property
We loved the property and location so much we didn't want to leave to go out for dinner or outings. Dan was a responsive host- very quick to answer questions before we arrived and during our stay. We plan to go back in future years. Tracie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing waterfront retreat
Like many reviewers, the photos of the Lake don’t do this house justice. There are amazing views from the main living area (sitting room and kitchen) and primary bedroom. In addition, you are so close from some views that it feels like you’re hovering just above the water. If you want to be on the water, this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on Lake Michigan
A phenomenal spot, a stunning view from the house, and extremely functional spot to call home for few days. Great amenities. Nice sized living space to spread out, deck space for all guests, and kitchen facilities for cooking. We celebrated our anniversary over a long weekend and it was the perfect place for our family. This made for nice beach time, accommodating spots to hang out and talk, and mealtime was easy with the open kitchen. Thank you for providing the backdrop for our time to remember!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Janie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July Stay
Parking was an issue. Neighbors were a bit touchy about parking. A bit warm in lower level. Otherwise weather was great. Overall great stay. There was a broken grey chair. Also upstairs shower had a crack on floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Piece of Michigan Magic!
The views were stunning at this home on the beach. Property was as described and is one of a kind. We had no issues at all. There were plenty of blankets and towels. The kitchen was well stocked and had all that we needed. Home is conveniently located to the nearby entertainment. The sunset views on the deck is a great space for creating memories. Would absolutely recommend this as a top place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly home!
The home is very good for families with young kids. There was no hiding breakable decor, packing a sleeping cot or tableware for my 2 year old, or worry about them getting too close the porch railing. Owner was very nice and pretty communicative. For renters later in the season, you should note that there is no AC on the main level where the kitchen is. We were okay sans two days where the kids literally ate dinner in their underwear they were so hot and sweaty. Our favorite part was the porch, basically right on the water, and we found ourselves out there every night enjoying the sunset or stars, and during the daytime over naps where we were able to feel like we were on the beach, but close enough to tend to the kids and the monitor.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion-type getaway
Almost my whole family from across the country met at this home. First time we have been together since before covid. The house is fabulous! No main dining table - no problem! The large kitchen island was huge and had extra stools to seat everyone. plus the outside seating was plentiful. Plenty of towels and sheets... everything worked. Love the perfect few of lake michigan and the sunsets. The deck was by far a favorite! The only thing I would change is the arrangement of the furniture in the queen bedroom that has the bunk beds. we didn't use the bunk beds and maybe the beds are arranged to easily reach outlets. not sure. But, I feel like it could be arranged a bit better so as to access the queen bed on both sides. All in all a great home and we'd for sure stay there again. THANK YOU! EG COTTAGE!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious view!!
The views from the cottage are stunning. It feels like you are on a cruise ship thanks to the (sad) beach erosion. The cottage was fairly described as a cottage from the 1900s and updated. We had a hard time getting the temperature comfortable throughout the house during a 5-day period of wild temperature swings (snow one day and 72 the next) - there did not appear to be vents/HVAC upstairs and all the heat concentrated in the master. The upstairs was freezing until we figured out the fireplace which was super easy. The master bedroom view is heaven, nice updated bathroom. Dan was SUPER responsive and awesome about helping us with questions and graciously let us shorten our stay when plans changed. Also this house/location was lovely for our dog, the beach was gorgeous, sunsets INSANE and sitting on the deck w coffee in the morning was heaven. One important note if trying to work from the home (that was fully disclosed before we rented but was really difficult for us): cell phones/Apple watches kept picking up Central/Eastern time zones and it was hard to stay on schedule for work calls without an old school watch.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

mary m., Birmingham, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Five star location
This property has a lot going for it. The location is excellent. Right on the beach and beautiful sunset views. The home was very clean. Great bathrooms. Plenty of towels and everyday items like soap, paper towel and toilet paper. Tons of kitchen ware but many items are very worn. Needs some weeding out. Two of the wooden and two of the Adirondack chairs are broken, understandable at the end of the season, but should be removed. Not sure how anyone has been able to get the main tv in the living room to work (and we had two generations give it a go). Would have been nice to watch something other than the lower level smart tvs. There are a number of stairs to the actual cottage. Just something to note if you have any accessibility issues. Our major concern was the lack of responsiveness from the host. We arrived Saturday. On Sunday, it was apparent that the dishwasher was broken. We contacted the host and checked things that could easily fix the issue. We informed him that none of his suggestions corrected the problem and never heard from him again. We removed dishes from the dishwasher and hand washed dishes for the length of our stay. Expected more from a premier host and property. He should have had someone come to check the issue at some point during the week. He did not. Nor did he offer an apology for the inconvenience. Would have made this a truly five star experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Beachfront Getaway
Perfect getaway in celebration of my parent’s 50th anniversary. Lovely home with immediate beach access and a short drive to all of the sites of Douglas and Saugatuck. Clean, comfortable and spacious with numerous areas to lounge and relax, both indoors and out. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the lake, stunning sunsets
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home on the lake. The hosts were quick to answer a question we had about the property mid-stay. The master suite was especially lovely with a wonderful view of the lake. We spent every evening on the patio enjoying wonderful sunsets. My only caution would be to those who have mobility issues (either family members or pets) as there were a few steps to and from the property to the street. Overall, we had an absolutely lovely, peaceful stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Trip
These people could not have been better hosts. What a wonderful property as well. Very clean, right on the beach, minutes from everything. We enjoyed every bit of it and will be returning to Saugatauk and only staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Saugatuck Fall Trip
Beautiful property and location - highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022