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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Elizabeth House - Saugatuck

Located 3/4 mile from downtown, quiet and spacious historic farmhouse offers very comfortable setting for enjoyable getaway. Offers very large bedrooms and bathrooms with first and second floor kitchens. Huge front and back yard offers ideal privacy and ample opportunity for outdoor fun. Bicycles are available at the house to explore town and surroundings. The Chain Ferry is 3/4 mile with immediate access to Oval Beach.

Property manager

John Matthew Peter Kane
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
$200/event deducted from refundable damage deposit
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: $200/event deducted from refundable damage deposit
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Saugatuck

Located in Saugatuck, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Community Aquatic Center and Forever Curious Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Oval Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elizabeth House - Saugatuck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elizabeth House - Saugatuck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elizabeth House - Saugatuck?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Elizabeth House - Saugatuck located?

Located in the heart of Saugatuck, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kalamazoo Lake and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo River and Roan and Black Contemporary Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely very old home

Although we only spent one night at Elizabeth house our stay was perfect! This home is very large with all the nooks and crannies that I personally love plus comfortable beds, oodles of books to read, tons of cool artwork and other things to look at but I wouldn’t recommend staying here with little ones who don’t yet have the control or ability to keep their hands to themselves! Check in was effortless and we were greeted with a lovely fire going in the fireplace! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding night stay

Elizabeth house is a charming historical home right in beautiful Saugatuck. It was the perfect choice for a one night stay after our cousin's wedding.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family sleepover

The house is quaint with historical charm. By all accounts the beds were comfortable. We stayed in the winter and so can't speak to the outside amenities. We also didn't travel into town, so I can't speak to that either. The only criticism is that the elders in the family had a hard time finding the house as it is back off the road and the numbers are nailed up on a tree. Admittedly, I also had a moment looking for the house, but I was looking during daylight hours so it was easier to find. Everyone enjoyed the house in all of its charm. My six year old was fine, but if you have toddlers, you may need to be on high alert as there are a lot of pieces of art and objects that little hands would love to grab. There are two bedroom on the first floor, that we put the elders in so they didn't have to navigate the stairs. One was a King and the other was either a Queen or a Full bed. Upstairs is a King four-poster and a Full bed in the next room. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

We really used the house well as we gathered for a wedding - loved the historic houseThe fireplace was lovely and the whole living room/kitchen/dining room was a good place to gather, make food and visit
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Board Party

A group of friends and I reserved The Elizabeth House for an all-girls holiday "board" party. It was such a cozy location and all 8 of us kept commenting how we want to come back in the summer. It's an amazing location. The house is huge! Majority of our time qas spent in the living/dining area which was a little cramped for a large party but as long as yiur group all likes eachother it makes for a better time ;) Service is a little spotty and we had some issues with the wifi (could have been user error) but it didn't hinder our stay. The only thing that could have made the stay better is a bluetooth speaker - we forgot ours! And, if there was one we couldn't find it. PS the beds are SO comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Saugatuck

It was a nice place to stay while we had Christmas at my sisters.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Overnighter

The Elizabeth house was cozy and charming! Lots of bedroom space for plenty of guests and had all the furnishings we needed. The host was informative, helpful and easy to get a hold of if needed. Thank you for a great stay! Multiple people in our party said they would book again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Last minute Trip

Trip was planned last min and everything was still great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Over all it is a great rental very nice place with a great storyline about when and how the home was built. Would highly recommend the house. We had a family wedding in the area and our entire family was able to stay in one place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a night!

There were 8 of us adults in town for a wedding. The property was clean and fresh! No "old home" smell which my sister is always worried about! 😂 Oh and thanks for having Static Guard in the laundry area! Life saver!! The only bummer was the TV situation as the guys wanted to watch the football game, but were unable to due to no cable. Otherwise, it was a great location and property! Tip: If you are coming home when its dark leave a light on outside! It gets quite dark in the driveway area!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In Praise of Old Houses

Truly a place with history. This 1834 home reminds me of the literary works by Vernon Lee, and is the perfect accommodation for art, history, and literature buffs - who will find the charming nooks and crannies of this house perfect for getting lost in. Although there are plenty of modern amenities, we were delighted to be surrounded by beautiful traditional Persian rugs, glowing oil paintings, and various vintage tchotchkes. Coming back to this romantic house after coffeeshop and bookstore-hopping was the perfect ending to our time in Saugatuck. We were a small group and very much enjoyed the opportunity to take a step back in time. Thank you, John Matthew for your gracious hospitality, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather DeAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Over night stay

Good overnight stop for us but prob would not do longer No large seating area and no shower toiletries. The window AC units could be updated. Kitchen was well stocked however bring your own coffee. Some bedrooms needed blinds Vs sheer curtain .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shari S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Saugatuck

We love the house and location and overall it was fine. There were wet clothes left in washing machine and it looks like dishes got put away dirty. There were also dirty dishes in dishwasher. We also had very little communication from our host, compared to what I get with most hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Sisters trip

The location was great and the size of the house was accommodating for the 7 of us. The sheets were clean and the beds were comfortable. Great firepit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Reunion

Property was in process of being cleared. I was embarrassed as my friends were driving from all over the state to meet after 50 years. I was finally able to get ahold and was told he thought we weren’t coming until tomorrow. As we waited he cleaned the upper floor and had to leave and come back later to finish. House was still dirty. Dusty and grout upstairs bathroom dirty. There was a smell of fish coming from kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Latasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bridal Party Getaway

I rented the Elizabeth house for my daughter and her Bridal party to stay the night before her wedding at the Ivy House and then our family stayed there after the wedding. It was such a quaint, fun, historic house with all the needed space, close to the venue and well appointed for all we needed. Enjoyed a bon fire and relaxation the night before with 11 of us (as we used an air mattress for one person). The driveway is long so could hold all our cars. I would recommend this for any group looking for a great place to stay in Saugatuck
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area and very close to downtown.

Lovely. Like going back in time. The home was very large and quite grand. We really enjoyed our stay. There’s a barbecue pit and volleyball court plus there’s bikes for everyone!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work reunion/girls trip fun in Saugatuck

I booked this trip for a weekend in Saugatuck with my former coworkers for a mini reunion. It was the perfect location and size for our group of six. There was plenty of room to spread out. The beds were very comfortable and the water pressure in the showers was great. It is walkable to downtown, probably around a mile. It is an old historic home but is nicely decorated, and it was very clean. The patio in the back and the outdoor fire pit are amazing! We had no issues during our weekend rental. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a rental for a group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the size of this property. There was enough space for my family of 10. Kids loved the big yard. I didn't like all the insects/critters inside the house. The house felt abandoned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Ben S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Lazy Host- Not Worth Price

Not a well-maintained property. Amenities stated there was a hot tub and a grill available. "Hot Tub" was a bath with jets. No propane to be used for the grill. Property owner blamed the previous guests for using it all. When we contacted them to see if there was more, we got a response hours later after we already had eaten dinner. We cooked inside but found 4 empty salt containers, an empty bottle of olive oil, and the rest of their spices were so damp, they were unusable. There were no bathroom supplies. All we had was watered down hand soap to shower with. We expressed our disappointment with the host, and they just stopped responding after we checked out. Not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Weekend Family Fun

We were impressed with this historic home, and appreciated the large outdoor space to enjoy games and relaxation with tables and chairs aplenty. Celebrated a 30th wedding anniversary with the 8 people who stayed at the property and 8 others who joined in for a few evening hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Spot for a Group of 8

We needed a place in town that would accommodate a group of 8 (4 couples) and allow us to book only one night. This was it! This older home has tons of character and provided exactly what we needed which was clean beds, bathrooms to get ready in, and a fridge for our happy hour bevs. Check in and out was super easy. Only complaint was that it’s a 20 min walk from downtown. But steps we all needed after the food and drink we had that weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saugatuck VRBO

This was a really cool old house. Lots of room both inside and out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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