Entire home

Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch

Photo gallery for Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch

TV, DVD player
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • 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.

Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch

Lake Effect

The authenticity of a true beach cottage is found nestled in downtown Saugatuck, tucked among the shops, restaurants, and parks. Padding around in your bare feet on the rich, exposed wood floors, you won’t mind the sand you bring in from the beach… a beach reachable by way of the historical Chain Ferry less than two blocks from Lake Effect. Closer still is a pet-friendly park and playground, a green oasis amid the boutiques and galleries that Saugatuck is known for. Greener and brighter yet is the garden around the cottage, waiting to host you and even your most difficult family photos.
 
The open layout of the cottage allows you to hear the bubbling laughter of loved ones rolling throughout. The quaint coastal décor is relaxing enough to ease you to sleep dreaming of the beach where you spent the entire day. Spend the morning on the sun porch resting your feet from a night out in the town, listening to the summer sounds of Saugatuck as you recharge.
 
Though you’ll have everything you need within the cottage; a BBQ grill, WiFi, TV, etc., the unique town around you has a lot to discover. For foodies there is the farmers market and one-of-a-kind bars and restaurants; there are no chain restaurants here. Start a collection as you explore art galleries and local wineries. If you’re an early riser, visit one of the nearby golf courses or hike Mount Baldhead to Oval Beach. Whatever it is you decide to do, you won’t want to leave.

Please Note:
This is a historic Saugatuck Cottage. The original wood floors creek and dip, the vents are wooden, the doors and windows sometimes take a little help lining up, and the remnants of earlier decades persist. This can most obviously be found in the paint splatters on the floor from the previously occupied art gallery. The current owner sealed the floors with the paint intact as it brings about a bit of charm.
Tucked in the heart of downtown Saugatuck, you will love the hustle and bustle just outside the door. The adjacent bar, Wally's, does have live music most weekends until 11 p.m.
This home is professionally treated for insects. Due to the landscaped surround and adjacent park, it is still common to see insects. Please keep your food closed and put it away. No rate adjustment can be made for the presence of insects.
This home is located down a one-way alley. Please do not park in or block the alley. There are 2 off-street parking spaces and plenty of on-street parking on the road.

Lake Effect
Sleeps 8
All One Level
3 Bedrooms (King, Queen, 2 Twin)
Master Bathroom (Custom Tile Shower)
Guest Bathroom (Shower/Tub Combo with Custom Tile)
Huge Living Room (Queen Sofa Sleeper)
Central Air Conditioning
Various Seating Areas
Smart TV
Wireless Internet
Enclosed Sun Porch off the Living Room
Fully Equipped Kitchen with Quartz Counters
Dishwasher
Microwave
Toaster
Keurig & Drip Coffee Maker
Casual and Formal Dining Areas
Washer and Dryer
Beautiful Covered Front Porch - New porch for 2017
Adirondack Chairs
Gas BBQ Grill
Sprawling Lawn
Oversize Picnic Table
Fire Pit
Park and Playground Out Your Door
Central Downtown Saugatuck Location
Only 2 Blocks to the Chain Ferry
Off Street Parking for 2 Cars
Dog Friendly with an additional $100 per pet fee
Fenced in Backyard

Property manager

Mill Pond Realty

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs are welcome with a $100 per dog fee.

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
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

111705

About the neighborhood

Map
Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 1 min walk
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 7 min walk
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 10 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch located?

Situated in Saugatuck, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Street and Lake Michigan. Wicks Park and Saugatuck Chain Ferry are just steps away.

Lake Effect: Downtown, Pet Friendly, Fire Pit, Fenced in Yard, Porch Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendship gathering
Great location,very accommodating and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Donna V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location but a bit rundown
Great in-town location but an unsightly view of the back of Wally’s. Spacious living area but why no window treatments in the kitchen and dining room? Lots of yard space but the gap in fencing is an escape route for pets. A little upkeep would go a long way. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024