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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway!

Welcome to Woodlands!

Escape to nature at Woodlands Cottage. This charming century-old cottage nestled under the trees in Douglas, MI rests on a beautiful four-acre tree-lined property filled with old majestic Pines and Maples.

INSIDE THE HOME
Woodlands is tastefully decorated in modern-cottage décor that includes art work from the Saugatuck region. The main floor features a full bath and the king size bedroom, upstairs there is another full bath with two bedrooms.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
This home currently sleeps 6 guests
First Floor Bedroom 1: King Bed
Second Floor Bedroom 2: Two Twin Beds
Second Floor Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR SPACE
Relax with your morning coffee in the porched-in dining room while looking out into the woods, or relax on the back deck and soak up the sun, or build a fire and relax with a glass of wine under the century-old Maple on the patio. Enjoy the sound of the wind rustling through the forest while watching the regional birds visiting the bird feeders, and don't be surprised if you catch a glimpse of a deer or two passing through the grounds.

The Fall season is a beautiful time to stay at Woodlands cottage. The foliage on the property and in the Saugatuck/Douglas area begins to change as early as late September and the color continues through to the end of October with the peak around the second and third week of October. The house is also redecorated for the Fall with decor and art from local area businesses.

THE LOCATION
While wonderfully secluded in a serene forest setting, this quaint little country cottage is only a short bike-ride away from downtown Douglas, the Dunes Resort, and Saugatuck.

**Please note: Before booking, it is your responsibility to ensure that this property will accommodate the number of guests booked. Call us, or send us a message if you have any doubts as to whether this is the right property for your group BEFORE you book - we are happy to clarify any questions to ensure you are arriving to a home that meets your needs - thank you!

Property manager

Jaqua Realtors - Saugatuck

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1725 sq ft (160 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Woodlands Saugatuck Vacation Rental
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About the neighborhood

Map
Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Butler Street - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Oval Beach - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Silver Lake - 16 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway! located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Express Yourself Art Barn, Kalamazoo River, and Kalamazoo Lake. Beery Field and Wade's Bayou Memorial Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Woodlands - Beautiful Outdoor Living Space, nestled into the woods - Great getaway! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy woodland getaway
Very clean and cozy property nestled into woods. We had a great time and loved exploring the surrounding area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
review of stay
their was alot of poison ivy around trouble with the lock getting in and not being able to lock door when we left we would definitely rent the house again appreciated your up date of activity's in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gloria H.

Pleasant Saugatuck Hideaway
Cute home on a lovely wooded property very close to Saugatuck. The house looks small from the front but has lots of space inside. One large primary bedroom down with very comfortable king mattress. Full bathroom down isn’t en suite but fairly new and convenient for all. Two bedrooms up are one good size queen and a very small room with two twins. Enough bedding for changes in weather and. an extra air conditioner in the queen room if needed. Weather was a perfect 80 degrees for us every day. One note about the upstairs is that it needed a good dusting on all surfaces. The kitchen was a good size. We cooked several days and there’s plenty of kitchenware. Need more teaspoons! The dining room has lots of windows facing the well landscaped backyard which is a bird haven. Many feeders which kept the birds coming & going all day. Dining room is a great place to eat together or play games. We spent a lot of time on the back deck. Never got to light up the fire pit but it was very tempting. Gazebo was lovely! Overall a great stay for five adults in beautiful MI September weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house, amazing backyard!
Our family enjoyed our stay in July 2024 very much. The house was clean and comfortable, with almost everything we needed. Rooms were a tad smaller than pictures seemed to show. Backyard was incredible - we really enjoyed the screened in gazebo and the bird feeders. Overall, excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniella W., warrenville

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual sibling trip
Great time. Wonderful place so private and so many beautiful birds. It was peaceful and relaxing. Everything was perfect. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yiuheng J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice long weekend getaway
Nice property close to Downtown Douglas and Saugatuck. Enjoyed the wooded setting and amenities such as the covered gazebo and firepit. The cottage was clean and well appointed, nice accommodations. Host had good communication and pictures of the property were accurate. Overall nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway spot.
We enjoyed being in a rural type setting while being a mile away from town. The only thing that would have made it more peaceful is if it was not so close to the highway. The highway noise carried even though it seemed all trees would have blocked it. We are glad it didn't rain because we might have had to enter the house through a waterfall since the gutters looked overloaded with pine needles. There was a cat hanging around the property that we wanted to bring home and take care of because it looked scared and sad but stayed away from us from fear. Please re-home that cat if you can. It looks emaciated and may have mange due to severe looking hair loss.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet place to stay
Nice clean home, well equiped and close by to Douglas/Saugatuck area. Enjoyed firepit and backyard.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
House Needs Some TLC
Conveniently located close to downtown. Beautiful backyard. House itself needs a deep clean. Dust in every room, window on first floor bedroom had plastic wrap completely covering it with no explanation from property manager. Dishwasher did not work and was filthy. Property manager was super attentive with communication. Was unable to get it repaired but brought paper products for us to use during the stay, so we were not stuck washing dishes our entire vacation. Our last day there was a mouse in the kitchen. We subsequently realized it ate through some boxed food that was on the counter. House has potential just needs alot of TLC. Property manager was great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Terri S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spectacular yard, stinky house.
We loved the location and backyard with deck, patio and fire pit. So nice to have coffee on the deck in the morning. Surrounded by beautiful tall trees, it projects peace and quiet. The inside of this home was nicely decorated with period furniture. However, a strong musty odor hits as soon as you open the door. The ‘cleaning’ staff should be retrained. The bedspread in the king room smelled. The sheets on that bed were old and pilled and barely fit the bed. They did promptly replace when we complained. Used a frying pan that had to be rewashed as there was a liquid in the bottom. It is an older home that may benefit from a dust filter. There was a lot of dust. A dehumidifier in the basement may help with the smell. Overall, our stay would have been much more enjoyable if the house had been cleaned as it should. Guests are not allowed to use the fireplace. If that is the case, then why put it in the online pictures?
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away in the woods!
We enjoyed five nights staying in this cabin, which is actually closer to Douglas than Fennville. Worked perfectly for my older teens to stay upstairs and share that bath, and my husband and I to be on the main floor. We had a few maintenance issues on the first day, but they management company quickly responded and took care of our concerns. The one thing that wasn't resolved was we couldn't get the dishwasher to work.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Arlen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan
Nice place , enjoyed the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cabin in the woods!
We really loved our stay at Woodlands. The scenery was beautiful, easy to maneuver around the several local towns. Loved the backyard and dining room with all the windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Longtime friends
Lovely and relaxed little getaway for 4 friends for almost 40 years. House suited our needs for space. Kitchen was great and well equipped. Best feature was the darling gazebo, perfect for happy hour even when it rained. Loved the charm- just need to make it easier to lock the door when leaving.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, woodsy cottage
It was close to Saugatuck, 10 minutes away, and easy to find. It was perfect for 2 couples. We enjoyed the enclosed backyard gazebo. If you want peace and quiet, this is your place. The listing said the home was air conditioned, which it was. However, the air barely reached the two upstairs bedrooms. After a call to the realty company, our problem was quickly solved with an upstairs window air conditioner. I would definitely list with Jacqua Realty Co. again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Overall house was very clean, outside patio's we enjoyed, it was nice to sit on the back porch, stay was great! Girls weekend. Close to Saugatuck, Holland and South Haven. We hit all 3 places. It was a Great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., ROSEVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Great location for day trips to Saugatuck and South Haven.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Great yard, comfy beds, awesome location and very peaceful while still being close to everything the area has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Family week in early August
Beautiful property, house is well equipped, exceptionally clean. Wifi password did not work and management responded immediately. Main bathroom door handle kept falling off and repair man was supposed to come during the week but did not to our knowledge. Second floor is hot, use fans provided and open the windows at night. Very comfortable beds. Very well equipped kitchen. Awesome backyard. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for families with kids
We stayed here for a week with another couple, plus our kid and their kid, ages 8 and 6. The house was the perfect size for the six of us and the two kids enjoyed sharing a room. Stairs are very steep which could be tough for older folks or younger kids (but there is a baby gate at top of stairs). We spent lots of time in backyard patio and had a fire in fire pit every night. Kitchen and rest of house are well equipped and we had no problems with well water that other reviews mention.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations
I was initially disappointed that we could not find a cottage on the water but this cottage was quaint and we had a wonderful time. Very short drive to the beach or to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A secluded retreat
We stayed at the Woodlands for 2 weeks. It is a very clean house with some nice amenities: a bright dining room, a deck with a table, a gazebo and a fire pit. The house is nicely furnished and the kitchen has plenty of glasses and plates. The management company was incredibly responsive and sent a handyman immediately to turn on the power to the gazebo, and delivered a new microwave when we informed them that the existing one wasn’t working. It was a good place for enjoying the quiet and spending time cooking and reading. We agree with the previous reviewer who mentioned that it would be good to know in advance that the house uses well water. We discovered that upon arrival when we saw the sign (in the basement !) that said washing whites and light colored clothes was not a good idea because of the well water. Prior to our visit, we inquired about the existence of laundry. That would have been a good opportunity to tell us about the well water so that we could have packed appropriately. In addition, had we been aware of the water situation, we would have brought bottled water with us. People should also know that the house is on a main road. While it is generally quiet, and convenient driving distance to Douglas and Saugatuck, there are no sidewalks or dedicated bike lanes in this wooded area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family vacation
We enjoyed our time at the Woodland! It was the perfect size & space for our family.

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice home
We stayed at Woodlawn for four weeks and enjoyed our stay there. It is a nice house. We loved the dining area and the deck both looking out over the backyard. All of the beds are very comfortable and the kitchen has almost everything the average cook would need. It is a 5-minute drive to downtown Douglas and a 15-minute drive to downtown Saugatuck. There are a few things we think it might be helpful for other renters to know. The air conditioning works very well on the first floor where the main bedroom is, but it barely cools the second floor where the other two bedrooms are. (It was quite warm and humid a good part of our stay.) Also, the house has well water, so it was recommended to us that we buy bottled water for drinking due to the taste of the water and that we go to the laundromat to wash our white/light colored clothes due to rust in the water. (FYI - Lake Vista SuperValu in Douglas is a great place to buy bottled water and you can bring the bottles back and refill them and the laundromat in Douglas was very nice.) The team at Jaqua Realtors, who are the managing agents, were very responsive. Anytime we had a question or an issue they were right on it and tried their best to resolve it. We also have one suggestion for the owner - the upstairs bedrooms could use better bedside lighting. Wall lamps in the twin room and a full-size lamp in the queen room would be a great addition.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice retreat
We had a restful, relaxing time. The yard and woods are full of birds. Close to everything in Douglass and Saugatuck, as well as charming downtown Fenville.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021