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Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!

Welcome to Frances Cottage

Frances Cottage is in the ideal location in Saugatuck; right on the hill, and within walking distance to downtown. This cottage comfortably accommodates 12. This home features a large kitchen, dining room, & two living areas. Offering plenty of living space to accommodate your family's needs while being very close to the attractions, restaurants, and galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas. The indoor space is not the only thing to brag about, the backyard offers a large patio with a seating area, firepit, and grill. This vacation home is perfect for families or friends getaway.

INSIDE THE HOME
Located on the main floor are both living areas, a dining room, a large open kitchen, two bedrooms with queen size beds in each, and two full bathrooms. Additionally, there is a sleeper sofa and futon in the living areas if needed. The other two bedrooms are located upstairs, one being a queen size and the second contains a twin and double size bed. The kitchen is well equipped with the basics including a coffee bar, if there is anything specific you may need please ask.

SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS
This vacation rental sleeps 10 guests.
Main Floor Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed
Main Floor Bedroom 2 - Full Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed and Twin Bed

THE LOCATION
Want to be in the hustle bustle, but still have your piece and quiet? Frances Cottage is the place for you. Located just on top of "the hill" downtown Saugatuck is a 5 minute walk away. Oval beach is a 10 minute drive, unless you are a true walker and want to take the chain ferry across the river.

Have an even larger group? Frances Cottage is almost directly across from Call Me Frances who sleeps 14. These two homes are intended to be rented separately.

**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

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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 the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching 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: 1800 sq ft (167 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

501601

About the neighborhood

Map
Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 2 min walk
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 8 min walk
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 8 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 44 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 Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! located?

This family-friendly Saugatuck vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Street and Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo Lake and All Saints' Episcopal Church are also within 5 minutes.

Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Very comfortable with a great location , adequate parking, comfortable beds , a well equipped kitchen with good , newer appliances and a good ice maker. There were enough towels toilet paper and soap as well as garbage bags . The TVs were good and conveniently located . The wifi was good . We came for a family party at another location . All our needs were met .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Visit in this Home
Perfect house for families who want to walk to town, fix family meals in a large kitchen, or spend the day at the beach and clean up in the tub or shower! The house was even better than expected and we would definitely visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty V., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place to stay in Saugatuck😁
We had a great time during our trip! This place is clean, week-supplied, and has lots of little places for people to hang out. Our teens like the two living areas to play video games. The fire pit area is big and we used it every night. The kitchen is really well-stocked and lots of little touches made it really nice. If you have mobility issues, you should be aware that it’s at the top of a hill, but it was fine for all of us. Totally worth it for the great location. Also, there are step-ups into some rooms/spaces. The driveway was skinny so we parked four deep and had to move cars when anyone needed to leave. The owner lives above the garage- really nice guy and he checked on us. He gave us advice on places to go and told us about Saugatuck. .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion
Every thing was good. Just wish the one bathroom was closer to the bedrooms
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Great location and great property Lots of things to do in Saugatuck Loved it! Hoping to revisit in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Perrysburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's Weekend Trip
The five of us had a wonderful getaway at the Frances Cottage in Saugatuck. The cottage was conveniently located and within walking distance to town for shopping, dining and walks along the river. Uncommon coffee Roasters was one of our favorite early morning walks for our special brewed coffee. Our check-in was slightly delayed because the cottage is being totally renovated but the management company provided a partial refund for our first day. They were very responsive. Randy was a great host and the upgrades to the cottage are beautiful. We would highly recommend this VRBO to others. Thank you for the wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody D.

Liked: Cleanliness
FAB girls weekend
We are group of 10 friends that worked together and are, let’s just say over 50. We get together monthly and sometimes let the hubbies join. Not this time. The kitchen/dining area was PERFECT for this eat, drink and be merry, (and loud) friend group. Just enough sleeping spaces and clean well appointed home. Great neighborhood! 9 min walk to town. We even had the local high school Homecoming parade pass us and throw candy. Kitchen has large fridge and several coffee pots, (thank you). Great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage for a group of friends and great management company
Enjoyed the house. It’s a good size for 8 people. The fire pit in the back was a hit with our group. Awesome central location to Saugatuck. The management company was very commutative from start to finish. We had a small plumbing issue and I was kept in the loop about it being revolved. I very much enjoyed the texting communication channel and also the email details of happenings in the area. Would stay here again when traveling with a group of friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation home
Great location within walking distance of downtown Saugatuck. House is a well-maintained century home. Very well-equipped with a nice back yard featuring a deck and patio with a nice fire pit. Kitchen had everything a family needed to prepare meals. Bathrooms were clean and very functional for an active family. Bedrooms were comfortable. Driveway easily accommodated three cars. Was on the Fourth of July parade route! Lots of fun for the kids. Plan to rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jim and Family
Very enjoyable . Entire family was very pleased with the property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean, no smelly air freshener! and so very close to town. The home was very comfortable and more than enough space for 8 adults. The kitchen is spacious and the backyard is beautiful. There are two bathrooms on the main floor that have been remodeled and are very nice. No bathrooms on the second floor. The website should be updated to state that not all beds are queen size but rather full size. There is a bit of a trip hazard between kitchen and dining room. I would recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle O., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Great birthday winter getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at Frances, and the location was perfect - so close to downtown! Also appreciated how responsive and accommodating the property was. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sheila c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for friends weekend
Easy walking distance for shopping, food and bars in Saugatuck. Everyone enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie G., Grosse Ile, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice Saugatuck home
We enjoyed our stay very much. Home is very spacious and clean. Firepit out back was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kasey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is great- a short walk from town and quick drive to other attractions. I highly recommend this area for families.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness
great house!
It was perfect house for our sibling get a way. Tons of space! great location easy walk to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies Weekend
Overall positive. Great location and backyard for outdoor dining and firepit. Big kitchen and plenty of indoor seating. Lack of bathroom on second floor is negative. Main floor has rooms with different floor heights which is a tripping hazard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Great home for a family or group looking to getaway for a short trip. The home is clean, spacious, and well-maintained. Location is well within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. The upper bedrooms do get warmer more quickly than the rest of the house. So just be mindful when choosing which room to take. Very spacious backyard for large groups to sit and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great time was had!
Wonderful house in a great location. The air conditioning was really cool even though it was hot and muggy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keiuna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Stay
We received a warm welcome from the property manager and he was very attentive to our needs.

10/10 Excellent

Carla V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great experience at this property! Great location, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location/good for groups
We had a great time staying here! It is an excellent location and walkable to everything. Everything was sparkling clean and had all amenities we needed for the weekend! They also have a great back deck with bonfire area that we utilized as well. This was perfect for what we booked it for and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abigail N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We stayed at the house for a girls weekend. The house is a GREAT location. We were able to walk everywhere. Randy lives on the property and was very nice and helpful! The people that stayed in the upstairs bedrooms said they got hot at night, but other than that no complaints. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for the family!
Close to town! Very family-friendly property--plenty of dishes, towels, and beds for everyone!! We'll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aloka P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute and convenient
Great place. Very convenient and nice back yard that we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020