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Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81850 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Popular LocationSaugatuck-Douglas Historical Society6 min walk
  • Popular LocationButler Street2 min drive
  • Popular LocationOval Beach7 min drive
  • AirportHolland, MI (HLM-Park Township)22 min drive

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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.

Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything

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With a perfectly quiet setting within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops in downtown Douglas, this four-bedroom home provides the best of all worlds for your next escape to the eastern shores of Lake Michigan. This simple, classic space has been lovingly remodeled, offering uncluttered rooms with details of natural wood, stainless steel appliances in the well-appointed kitchen, and two bright dining spaces - one in a light-filled nook that's ideal for morning coffee and newspapers, and another next to the sliding glass doors that open to the yard. Enjoy a lush, grassy lawn central AC and a private washer/dryer to welcome you home from days spent at the beach, lots of board games, a Smart TV with both cable service and streaming apps, and four calming bedrooms upstairs - three with a queen-size bed apiece and a fourth with a twin bed and an additional trundle.

What's nearby:
This home is beautifully located in a quiet, leafy neighborhood of Douglas, giving the property a wonderfully secluded feel despite its close proximity to downtown a few blocks south. You can easily walk to an assortment of shops, eateries, and restaurants in town, including such local favorites as the Farmhouse Deli & Pantry, Everyday People Cafe, and Borrowed Time. Just across the Kalamazoo River in downtown Saugatuck (one mile north) are a number of other beloved spots, from Uncommon Coffee Roasters to Bowdies Chophouse. If you're eager to spend your days basking in the sun on the shores of Lake Michigan, you'll find beautiful Oval Beach only two miles northwest.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: There are two active security cameras on-site: one located on the front door light fixture, and another above the sliding door on the side of the house.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: Douglas STR Cert

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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, a first aid kit, 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

43568

About the neighborhood

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Water tubing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 6 min walk
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 17 min walk
  • Butler Street - 2 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 7 min drive
  • Silver Lake - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar And GRI - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mitten Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic, renovated home in a quiet downtown location - walk to everything located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Button-Petter Gallery and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo River and Beery Field are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for what Douglas and Saugatauk has to offer!
The home is absolutely lovely and well-stocked. We had ample kitchen supplies for cooking at home. The fire was such a good addition. Pros: - Great walk ability to Douglas downtown and Saugatauk. The Dunes was very close. -Easy access to the bus that comes to pick folks up around town. -Comfortable bedding and living spaces. -Swift communication from property management. We experienced a sink blockage in the kitchen from the group that stayed before us and they fixed it day of. -Fire pit was so nice. The neighborhood is so lovely and secure. Cons: -Check in was a little late and check out was earlier than most -There were a lot of gnats from the real succulents that were in the kitchen. Overall would highly recommend staying here and would like to again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
The house was perfect for our small family to get away to relax. The house is old but has been updated, plus the age of the home gives it some small town charm. Would recommend for families or small groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

pam p., Palos heights, il

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great but still needs work
We were in Douglas for a family reunion. Other families rented other houses/condos in the area. This was close to the downtown area and within walking distance to the other families. House was comfortable and clean. Beds were comfortable. Unfortunately there is no dresser in any of the bedrooms so you have to live out of your suitcase. Some issues which were addressed in other reviews have still not been addressed even though the host responded they would notify local management to make adjustments: Some of the closet doors do not open all of the way. The bathroom and bedroom door latches do not close easily and require a lot of effort to get them to close. This makes a lot of noise especially during the night. The sliding glass door does not lock properly. The door on the downstairs bathroom doesn't lock properly and the barn door doesn't completely cover the opening and doesn't lock at all. Additional issue is the downstairs toilet is not secured to the floor properly because it moves when you sit down/get up. The description of the house says they have lots of board games. Unfortunately these are hidden in the bench by the sliding door and we didn't find them until we were moving out. We had put some of our food boxes on the bench and never looked in there. There are also some games in the coat rack in the living room. Maybe a small sign by the bench indicating games in there would be helpful for future renters.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P., Highland Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at a great house
Four adults stayed for a long weekend and had a great time. It's a two block walk to nice restaurants, a coffee shop, nice stores. It's two blocks to the water and an easy mile walk to Saugutuck. I love to cook so kitchens are important to me and this one was great- top quality appliances, even things like the best vegetable peeler made it really fun to cook. We enjoyed the fire pit, comfy furniture and beds. Sure, there are some quirks to the house (the floors are a little tilted upstairs, there is a small step down into two bedrooms) but I think we all know that old houses have quirks and this one is charming. We would definitely stay again and recommend you try it out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing vibes
Great location for a weekend stay in the area. Next to a wine and art gallery which was cute to walk through. Also a 5 minutes walk to downtown Douglas with restaurants and coffee shops. Was a perfect girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Looks nice but structurally unsound
This home was obviously a half-effort quick flip that was in very poor condition originally. The parts that have been re-done are very nice, but the major structural problems are scary and there is a lot that was not finished. It fit our needs for the weekend, but we will not stay here again. Pros: Lots of space, comfortable beds, mostly very clean (except for rugs and shower curtain liners), outdoor space was nice, kitchen is very nice with new appliances and everything you need for cooking, sheets and towels provided, one bundle of firewood provided, great location. Cons: The entire second floor of this house and the staircase are significantly sloped, undulate throughout the rooms, and you can tell that there are holes in the subfloor in places. Like one side of the room is a foot higher than the other and you can't even open the closet doors. There is no way that this is structurally sound or meets the building code. The tubs are also not caulked, so you are adding water damage to this problem with every shower. Rent at your own risk! Nitpicking: The downstairs bathroom barn door does not fully close so there is little privacy. The house next door appears to also be a short term rental and has a pool, and you can hear them easily through the exterior walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Our family stayed here for our summer vacation and loved the location. We had fun visiting a variety of close beaches and downtowns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike W., ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very comfortable house and awesome location close to everything. Very clean and updated. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Douglas Location!
Clean and bright
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice mini vacation
We really enjoyed the property, the location was great and the neighborhood was very safe and nice. We would definitely stay there again. It was a very nice way to spend time with friends and explore the Douglas and Saugatuck area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021