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Charming Cottage--Walk to Douglas Beach! [#206743] | View Property
Douglas
House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
From $150/nt - $2300/wk
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Traveler Reviews (19)
Exceeded All Expectations!!
Guest: Bree
(Il)
Date of Stay: 05/18/12
Review Submitted: 05/22/12
We couldn't have been happier with our stay!! Our family that vacationed here ranged in age from 7 months to 60 years and EVERYONE had an amazing time. The house was so charming, so comfortable and clean upon our arrival. The house was stocked with all the little extras we could've needed from toiletries, condiments, beach toys, grill, board games, local attraction information and much more!! The house is in a great location where we were able to see deer and enjoy the quiet but it only took us minutes to get into town or the beach. We loved our stay here and will be back again next year!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Mother's Day Weekend
Guest: Tanya K.
Date of Stay: 05/11/12
Review Submitted: 05/21/12
My sisters and mother truely enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage. Brett and his staff were amazing and everything we needed from towels to cooking supplies were all available. We will defiantely be back for furture visits.
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Girls Weekend
Guest: Christina B.
Date of Stay: 04/13/12
Review Submitted: 04/30/12
I recently rented the cottage for a girls weekend away from the city. This house was exactly what we needed! It's comfortable, nicely decorated, and the perfect size for 6 adults. It's also within walking distance to the lake that was a lovely treat to walk/run along. Brett is quick to respond and very professional to rent from. Overall this was a great experience and I would highly recommend the cottage!
Recommended for:Girls getaway
Excellent!
Guest: Taha
(Illinois)
Date of Stay: 04/06/12
Review Submitted: 04/15/12
We really enjoyed our stay there. Cottage was in excellent condition and it felt like home. Owner was very flexible and easy to work with.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers
Fantastic!
Guest: kimmers
(Scotts)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/25/11
We just spent the weekend at this wonderful home with two other couples. As nice as the pictures are, they do not even due justice to how attractive it is. It is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, yet literally minutes from both Saugatuck and Douglas. The inside is just beautiful, yet comfortable and cozy. We felt like we were at home, not a vacation rental. No detail was overlooked. The home was also exceptionally clean, which we appreciated. This will go at the top of our list for future rentals. Thanks for a weekend filled with laughter and wonderful memories!!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Perfect Family-Friendly Getaway
Guest: Amy L.
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
We took the family to this lovely cottage for a weekend getaway from the city. It was just the right size and location and had everything we needed. The family-friendliness was fantastic. Great place to stay! Amy
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Perfect Family Getaway
Guest: Amy L.
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
We headed to Douglas for a weekend in October to get away from the city and enjoy the change of seasons. This cottage was the perfect calm and family-friendly place to stay.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful long weekend!
Guest: Mari F.
Date of Stay: 10/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
What a beautiful home for a long weekend away! The owner was great to work with and the house had many amenities, such as beach toys, bikes, two full baths, wireless internet, satelite tv and more! We loved that we didn't need to bring our own bedding or towels...everything was provided. We even saw deer eating off the trees in the morning and about a dozen wild turkeys wandering across the street. We can't wait to return!
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Weekend Stay
Guest: Marg
(Northern Indiana)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 09/20/11
Our friends and my husband and I just spent a long weekend at the Charming Cottage and found it to be all the given information said it would be! It was very comfortable, and had many added details for guests to enjoy - great linens, many bath toiletries, surround sound (perfect for our downloaded 60"s music), and a wonderful front porch and back patio. It was very quiet and peaceful, and we did see a dear family one morning strolling by our front porch, and nibbling the landscaping (sorry, Brett!!). Would recommend to a girls' getaway, families with children or older couples like us!! ( age - early 60"s and young at heart)
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Family Reunion Matriarch
Guest: Janet
(Mason, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11
Review Submitted: 09/19/11
Loved the easy access to one of the most beautiful beaches we've seen. So quiet at night; deer greeted us in the morning (while munching on the shrubery). House had all the amenities, including high-quality bedding, pillows, towels. Very clean. Great grocery store nearby. Owner stayed in touch and was eager to make our visit special. We'll come again.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Beautiful home, could be cleaner
Guest: k.
(canada)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/29/11
LOVED this house. It was GORGEOUS. Everything was very well thought through and we didn't ask for much more. The owner is fantastic, gets back to you very quickly and very easy and accommodating. It looked EXACTLY like in the pictures. The only thing was that the bathroom upstairs wasn't so clean, with a shower curtain full of dubious stains and some hair on the floor. I think the cleaning crew do a general sweep and tidy up but not a thorough scrub. There was also no kettle for boiling water in the kitchen, although the kitchen was quite well-equipped otherwise. But the place was very, very charming! I showed my friends pictures and they all want to go. the dining area is adorable and comfortable. we had a good time!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway.
Wonderful beach house
Guest: A mom
(St. Louis)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
This cottage is great for young and old alike. We had young children, parents and grandparents and all felt at home. The screen porch is a perfect place to relax and the pictures are really exactly how the home looks. You are also close to a beautiful walk right along the lake and can see sunsets every night.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
A slice of heaven!
Guest: Christy
(St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/26/11
Review Submitted: 07/07/11
We had a lovely time staying at the cottage. The house is beautiful, inside and out! Every detail is perfect, and Brett is so easy to work with! There is plenty to do in the area....there are orchards nearby (we picked cherries in July), shops, nice restaurants, and of course the beach! We will be back!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Charming home ...
Guest: Kentucky traveler
(Louisville, KY)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 06/28/11
Quiet area, within short walk to beach. Clean and cozy home with everything you need. We would stay here again if in the area. Looks just like the photos in the ad, and we saw deer in the yard.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Charming bungalow in an excellent location
Guest: The Bourbon balls
(Crestwood, Ky. 40014)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
We found the house in immaculate condition inside and out. It's like it fell out of an issue of Better Homes and Gardens. After spending afternoons exploring the area attractions and beautiful scenery, returning to the house was a welcomed hangout for the family.The location in Douglas couldn't have been better, with it's perfect proximity to Lakeshore Drive and Saugatuck. The owners have made this home very easy to fall in love with.Can't wait to go back!!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Beautiful cottage, great location
Guest: Jen
(Detroit, MI)
Date of Stay: 06/15/11
Review Submitted: 06/28/11
The house is lovely, and was perfect for my husband and 9-month-old baby (complete with a full-size crib and high chair, and plenty of toys in the family room). We had a great stay, and loved being so close to Douglas Beach and a short drive to downtown Douglas or Saugatuck. We definitely hope to come back and stay in this house again next year.
Recommended for:Families with young children
Loved our stay - will definitely stay again!
Guest: Greg
(Birmingham, MI)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/14/11
No detail was ignored in this beautiful home. All of our needs were anticipated with toiletries, plenty of toys for all ages, condiments in the fridge, etc. A thoughtful gift bag even awaited us filled with treats and suntan lotion. The home is immaculate and a great place to hang out when the weather was bad (which it was for several days). Well worth the price!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Cozy Cottage
Guest: Annual Girls' Weekend
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 03/02/11
This is the perfect property for a getaway from Chicago...or anywhere else for that matter. My friends and I have stayed at this property twice now and hope to return again. All of the comforts of home minus the noise of the city and the fast-paced lifestyle. If you're looking for a home to kick back in, this is the place. The location couldn't be better. And what makes things better...the property owner and property manager are very friendly and extremely responsive.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful Winter Weekend
Guest: Brenda
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/14/11
Review Submitted: 02/24/11
We stayed at the cottage over the winter and had a wonderul stay. The cottage was just as described in the listing. The home is decorated very nicely and many things were provided that we didn't expect, such as a fully stocked kitchen with coffee, paper plates, napkins and more. It was nice not to have to worry about all of those things. The welcome basket we received was a great surprise and full of goodies. We will definately be back, hopefully in the summer time to enjoy the outdoor porch!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.