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Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 473 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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

Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4

This 2 bedroom 1 bathroom was remodeled in 2017 with spectacular views and access of the Kalamazoo river. This secluded cottage will make you feel like you are far from everything yet only few minute drive to downtown Saugatuck! This cottage is located on a very private setting with amazing views, indoor gas fireplace, outdoor fire pit, and charcoal grill. Take the stairs down to the river and launch your kayaks for a paddle on the kalamazoo river to town or try your luck at fishing. (There currently is not a dock at the property and the stairs are steep) The master bed has a therapeutic adjustable bed with a TV. The second bedroom has a queen bed and also has a tv. Note: you do have to walk through the master to access the second bedroom. The second bedroom has windows with no shades. The full bathroom is outfitted with a shower. Note: The shower is a smaller stall tiled shower. The cottage does have a mini split AC system.

By renting this cottage you are agreeing to the following rules:

(All rules are strictly enforced)

1.) All of our rentals are non-smoking.
2.) You and your guests are using our home at your own risk. We nor the owner of the property will be held responsible for any injuries that occur at the vacation rental or for any lost or stolen items.
3.) No boats or trailers are to be parked at our rental properties. Tents of any kind are not allowed. There is parking for 3 cars in front of cottage.
4.) Do not move the furniture.
5.) Each cottage has a maximum number of guests that is listed on this contract you must verify that it is correct. That number is not to be exceeded - this includes children and adults. For fire safety, we are required to limit the number in each home. If additional people are found to be staying at the cottage the entire group will be asked to vacate with no refund. Inflatable mattresses or alternative sleeping other than pack n plays or cribs are not allowed. Tents are also not allowed on the property.
6.) Pets are not permitted. If a pet is on the property then there will be a $150 fee and it will be required that the owner board the pet immediately.
7.) Damages are to be reported during your stay. If we find damage after you vacate, you authorize the charge to your credit card for replacement or repair or provide another credit card number, pay by cash or check. Damages reported upon arrival will not be guests' responsibility.
8.) Cleaners will come to the cottage after you have departed - they will not visit to clean, change linens, or replace towels during your stay. Please contact the office should you need assistance during your stay regarding any cleaning items.
9.) Grills are to be cleaned after each use.
10.) Quiet time is after 11pm nightly. We do not tolerate loud groups and college like parties anytime of the day or night.
11.) You are at least 25 years old and will be able to verify with valid identification during your stay if needed.
12.) Weddings and formal events are NOT permitted on our properties, if there is found to be a formal event on the property the entire group will be asked to vacate the property with a no refund. It is acceptable to have a visitors during the day hours but that number can not be more than double the maximum occupancy of the cottage.
13.) There may be wood for the fire pit that you are welcome to use but it is not provided. You can get firewood at most all local gas stations and stores.


You will receive a text message from us with checkin instructions and the code for the door.

Property manager

Ethan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 786 sq ft (73 sq m)

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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 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Blue Zen Two Bedroom Villa Sleeps 4
Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 Cottage
Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 Saugatuck
1623602
Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 Cottage Saugatuck

About the neighborhood

Map
Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake - 12 min walk
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 9 min drive
  • Butler Street - 9 min drive
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 11 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 located?

Situated in Saugatuck, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Kalamazoo River and Silver Lake. Tails 'n' Trails Dog Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Blue Zen - Two Bedroom Cottage, Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy cottage
Great spot to get away from city life. Close to many towns with an easy drive to the lake/beaches. It was just perfect for our family of four!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Location
This is a great property. Turtle and wildlife are watching are primary activities. It is perfect for someone who wants to escape and read a book or set up a canvas and paint. I would recommend it for a couple but it can sleep 4 comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Hard to leave.
The house was everything as advertised and the view was spectacular. Had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Would be difficult for more than a couple with the layout; however, for my wife and I it was hard to say goodbye.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Zen
Great views with lots of birds to see/hear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robinette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded feeling property with superb views of nature, feeling miles away yet an 8 minute drive to all Saugatuck has to offer. Restaurants, shopping, marina. Lots to do in the area, but sitting on the patio listening to birds was a highlight.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan c., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Zen,a perfect title
A calm,peaceful setting with a wonderful view of nature.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet relaxation!
This property is beautiful, especially in springtime when all the marsh/river critters are active! Binoculars provided (a wonderful touch), prepare to birdwatch. There is one neighbor with a hot tub you can almost see from the backyard, otherwise it is very secluded and private. Did not bother us one bit. Very clean and all the comforts of home provided, the perfect place to get away and enjoy nature. Download the Merlin bird app, you won't be disappointed!! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni G., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful paradise
The cottage was clean, well appointed kitchen. Fire place made it feel very cozy. Absolutely loved the view and watching/listening to all the sandhill cranes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Zensation
The cottage was clean, well equipped and very comfortable. A great view of the river and surrounding marsh is an extra treat with Bald Eagles and Sandhill Cranes in the distance. A feeling of quiet but proximity to the activity of Saugatuk and Douglas made for a perfect weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet stay, Great views!
Very nice place for a couple to stay! Visited our kids and grand children stating in a larger place but not large enough for us to stay there also! Great views of river and marsh!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Zen
My husband and I loved our stay in this adorable and spotless home. Having coffee on the patio overlooking the river was the best! So peaceful and relaxing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Quiet in the Woods
We stayed 3 nights at Blue Zen. It is in a very quiet, peaceful, natural location. The road to the house seemed to transport us from noisy and busy to quiet and calm. The house is as is reported. There is ample space for 2 people. We had guests for dinner one evening and enjoyed the outdoor space. It was nice to be able to use the fire pit, thanks for the wood. The house was clean and tidy. We found everything we needed, good internet access and tv entertainment. We would return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter M., metro-detroit, michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
great little place in the woods!
a wonderful sanctuary in the woods on the banks of the kalamazoo river. lovely setting. great view of the river and the sunrise. home is clean and well appointed. we'll be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
My husband and I hadn't been away from the kids in almost 3 years and this was the perfect getaway to refresh and relax. Even though the power went out in the area after some heavy wind storms, it was still so nice to be in the quiet and beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
This property was very clean, just minutes from the downtown area, and the views from the property were amazing. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it. I did leave a message with in the first hour of our stay because the door was not locked when we arrived. I never heard back from anyone, but other then that we had no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat in the woods with a view of the wetlands/river.
Perfect getaway. Far from others (despite a nearby cottage that wasn't visible from our patio), but just a short drive to civilization. Lovely for bike-riding. Wish there had been more wildlife/birds. Single tiny bathroom could be an issue for others, but wasn't for us. Very comfortable. Fabulous view. Some shades on the livingroom windows (and second bedroom- but we weren't using it) could help to keep it cool and avoid using the A/C. We'd come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful escpae
This was our second experience at Blue Zen. What a wonderful find. A peaceful and nature immersive modern cabin close to but separated enough from more populated vacation activities and towns. The care our hosts took of the property was obvious and appreciated. We look forward to and plan on making it a regular visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Nature Lovers
The cottage was great. Comfortable, clean, beautiful view of the river. Location was good and fairly close to everything we wanted to do. One bedroom is full of windows with no window coverings-lovely view of the woods but some people may not like the wide open feel for a bedroom. I saw a gorgeous sunrise one morning. I enjoyed sitting on the patio, listening to the birds in the morning and evening. I loved the herons-at one point I saw 3. I didn’t really want to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Zen with 2 Teens!
Our daughter and her BFF are 15 , so for anyone wondering, Blue Zen is doable with 2 teens. The place is immaculate, with every detail being thought of. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crosby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay!
What a beautiful spot! Easy check in process, kitchen was well appointed, plenty of towels. Views are gorgeous. There’s binoculars, which were fun. As others have pointed out, window coverings on the back bedroom would be a wonderful addition. They’ve added an AC unit to the living room, which was helpful during the May heatwave (86 degrees and high humidity). Between the 2 AC units we were very comfortable, though the back bedroom got stuffy. A ceiling fan or even just a normal fan would make it more comfortable. Overall, a great stay! I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place for a relaxing getaway
We had a wonderful time, the property was beautiful, quiet, clean and relaxing. It was the perfect setting to enjoy the long weekend. Everything was just as stated in the listing. We Would definitely rent this again if we ever head back to Saugatuck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautifully perfect
We cannot recommend this place enough!! We booked it on a whim and it exceeded our expectations. We had amazing sunrises over the water, a full moon which illuminated the night sky reflecting off the water, the sounds of wildlife, …just to feel so tucked away and secluded in nature was so peaceful, yet really we were just not that far outside from town. Even the drive in is beautiful. The cabin had all the amenities, even special touches like dimmers on the outdoor lights, massage bed (that we discovered while packing to leave), A working indoor gas fireplace, everything was clean, stocked, cozy. It’s updated, it’s done tastefully, we just loved every bit of it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Zen getaway
All around excellent for a couple wanting simplicity and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and peaceful place!
Enjoyed our stay. Nice change from hotels. Only suggestion I would have would be for air conditioning and window shades to be added to the living room/kitchen area and extra bedroom which would make it more comfortable on hot days.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was ideal for a romantic getaway but our 3 and 5 year olds really loved staying here.
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021