Location: Saugatuck, Southwest, Michigan, USA (2.5 hours from Chicago, less than 3 hrs. from Detroit) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: House
ORCHARD BEACH HOUSE
New for 2010...free WIFI...internet and cable now available!
Now booking Fall weekends...Friday through Sunday afternoon stays for $1000 inlcuding housekeeping!
****Located steps from the beach, an easy 2 minute walk down a sandy lane, no busy roads to cross(very safe for kids!)...., third house from the Lake, a great location....close to town and all the amenities and still in the country close to the beach! Great value for the location!***
THE HOUSE:
Enjoy the relaxing comfort of this stylish, updated vacation home. Completely gutted and re-designed by famed local architect, John Hurst.
Designed for ease of living at every turn...beautiful kitchen, baths, appliances, carpeting, paint, cabinetry, furniture, grill, huge deck, outdoor furniture and much more.
Three (3) bedrooms on main level plus (2) two newly remodeled lower level bedrooms with full daylight windows. (Q, K, F plus 2 optional twin fold-out beds on main (for small children), 2Q in lower level) We easily sleep 10 in beds. The large living room is fully furnished with TV/VCR/DVD/CD cable tv and 20+feet glass doors that overlook the spacious backyard, valley and forest beyond. WIFI now available throughout the house!
Full use of video library, board games and many books. Enjoy sitting by a fire or enjoying nature looking out 16+ foot wide glass doors that open to a 35+ foot deck (with a killer view of valley and creek)!
If you enjoy cooking, you will love the fully equipped kitchen with new appliances including a convection oven, microwave, Bosch dishwasher and huge refrigerator/freezer with ice/water dispenser.
The huge dining room has a beautiful granite-topped table that seats eight with more beautiful views of nature. The bathrooms are sparkling clean and spacious with new Kohler and Moen fixtures, full shower/tub in one bath and shower for two in other bath.
Enjoy the central air-conditioning or open the doors and windows to fresh lake breezes and sounds of nature and water. Full access to washer/dryer and garage also included for your convenience. We don't think you will want or need anymore than what this house offers!
THE PROPERTY AND LOCATION:
The house is located on Lakeshore Drive (on the Lake side of Lakeshore Dr) just south of the Saugatuck city limits. This 1+ acre property boasts a beautiful view of an orchard and woods and is within 200 yds to Lake Michigan and a lake access point (a country roadway that ends at the waters of Lake Michigan) We are also within walking distance via beach or Lakeshore DR. to a large public beach located at West Side County Park.**We are not located directly on Lake Michigan but we are a very short stroll to the Lake (ab. 2 minutes walk down a sandy lane...no busy roads to cross!).
* The beach and access point are not owned or managed by Orchard Beach House, LLC.
On most days you can hear the roar of Lake Michigan from the house and property. There is plenty of room to roam and enjoy the wildlife including birds, wild turkeys, deer, fox, rabbits, and so much more.
We are situated in an area that offers the privacy and quiet of being in the Lakeshore area, forests and wild preserves while still being a quick drive(5-20min) to the downtowns of Saugatuck, Douglas, Fennville, Glenn, South Haven and Holland.
Enjoy a game of volleyball, touch football, croquet or other outdoor games on the beautiful grassy lawns. A short stroll down a beautiful sandy, tree canopied lane (approximately one block) will bring you to a Lake Michigan access point.
The lake access is one of the only access points to Lake Michigan in the area without stairs! A rare and helpful find for young children, the elderly or disabled. The access point can be used to access miles of lakeshore to swim, fish, walk, run or even launch your kayak or rowboat (sorry, no access to launch large boats). Enjoy the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan!
Just a short stroll north along the shoreline is a public beach at West Side County Park. This beach can be used for sunbathing, games and activities. The park contains a very large (630 ft.) public beach, playground and grassy area, approximately 2/10ths of a mile north on Lakeshore Drive or via a short (approx.4-5 minutes) beach walk.
The city limits of Saugatuck can be reached in about five+ minutes (driving) and the downtown shopping district in approximately ten minutes or less. South Haven and Holland are about a 20 minute drive either North (Holland) or South (South Haven).
SAUGATUCK/DOUGLAS:
World-class shopping, dining, galleries and culture abound in this area. Both towns are picturesque villages with many turn of the century homes and buildings hosting unique shops, gourmet dining, and many art venues including theater, music and the visual arts. Please visit the town website for more information.
No Smoking or pets, Please.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (3)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : 2 fold away twin beds are available as optional sleeping places. Best for children, teens or small adults.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : We are not right on Lake MI but about a 3 minute walk down a sandy lane to Lake Mi and a small public beach and about 5 minutes to West Side County Beach. Lake breezes and sounds on most days!
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Close By Lake Michigan/beach access (No Stairs), Large Deck, Spacious Yard, Sorry, No Pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : House is mostly on one level (2 of 5 beds downstairs). Only a couple stairs into house from back and front.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : We have guests that choose our house because it is accessible. One step up to deck in back and one step into house from back deck. If you have a portable ramp it would work even easier.
- Kid Friendly : Huge grassy yard for lots of outdoor games. Easy to see kids from may angles. Safe area. We have three children, so its been kid-proofed pretty well.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25. Im sorry, but we do not allow teen or young adult parties at our house at anytime.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- dune buggy rides on sand dunes, antique hunting, Allegan county flea market, Beach access, apple and berry picking (seasonal), fresh fruit and vegetable markets, vintage home and garden tours (periodic), wineries and tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June $2600/wk, July/August $2800/wk, Fall/Spring weekend $1000(2nts)$1200(3 nts)
Friday after 4pm to Friday before 10am rental weeks
50% of the rental fee due at time of res., plus $400 refundable security deposit.
All rental fees are subject to an 6% local hospitality tax.
Balance due 30 days prior to arrival.
No refunds given 60 days or less before the first rental date.
* must be 25 or older to rent property
* no more than 12 overnight guests or 15 people at anytime.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Steps to Lake Michigan!, Stylish Country Home, Minutes to Town
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Saugatuck
We love Lake Michigan...beautiful white sand beaches, fresh air, wildlife, wonderful art scene, best fruits and veges anywhere! We can get away from the hustle and bustle of big city life and come here for peace and quiet. When we need more town life, we simply drive 5 minutes away to Saugatuck or Douglas. As soon as we walk into our home, you can feel the stress melt away.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We have the best of everything that the area has to offer. We are a short 2 minute stroll to the beach, about 7 minute drive to the shops of Saugatuck and Douglas, and situated between several nature preserves. Our property is quiet, private but close to everything!
Public access to Lake Michigan. swimming, canoe launch, access to walk 3200 miles of shoreline!
Small village with post office, restaurants, antique stores, convenience store, etc.
Large public beach located on Lake MI. Conde Naste rated this beach as one of the top 10 in the country!
Owner's Map of Saugatuck
Our family and Uncle Kris have owned this house since it was fully remodeled in 2000. The kids love the house and the area maybe even more than we do!
Property Photos
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- The beautiful setting for this home is only the beginning! - Saugatuck Vacation House Rental
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- No stairs to the Lake! Walk right down! Stroll the waters edge! - Saugatuck Vacation House Rental
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- Relaxing living area with F/P, enter. center and views of the orchard and creek! - Saugatuck Vacation House Rental
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- Dining for 8, granite top, another beautiful view of valley and creek!
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- Large, well appointed kitchen. D/W, oven, R/F, toaster, micro., coffee
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- One of the large bedrooms (K) with attractive furnishings and details
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- Living room additional views
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- one of the main floor bedrooms with room for crib/ child bed
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- One of two full bathrooms with shower and tub
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- One of the newly remodeled lower level bedrooms
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- Paeceful setting with panoramic views of nature!
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- The walk to the beach from our driveway...down a country lane..about 2 min. walk
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- Another view of expansive deck and backyard
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- Check out this deck and yard! Badminton? Crocquet? T-football? Run and have fun!
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- Swings in the backyard for the kids
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- The walk from the beach back to our house
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