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Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan

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A house with a screened porch, a chimney, and a small garden with lawn chairs.
A deer crossing a road in a wooded area with a metal fence and bird feeders.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a window with blinds, and a door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Place, beach near Lakeshore Drive
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Saugatuck Center For the Arts, or check out an event or a game at DeWitt Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Douglas, MI

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noble Twist - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan on Oct 26, 2026 start from $279, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan located?

This family-friendly Douglas cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Beery Field are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and peaceful quiet all day and night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2026
Glad you had a nice stay Megan!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is small but very clean and cozy and had everything we needed. The location is perfect: quiet neighborhood, walking distance to beach, very short drive to downtown saugatuck, oval beach and the dunes state park. The host was very nice and responsive to any questions we had. Overall it was a great experience and we will definitely keep this place in mind for future trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a great , clean and quiet place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2026
Mary and family have been returning guests for many years and are always gracious users of my cottage. They’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my third stay at Shady Pines. I am always blown away by the wildlife, quiet and peaceful surrounding and the cleanliness of the home. It makes me sad to leave but I look forward to a future return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2026
Thanks for your complimentary words Deb, and for always being such a gracious guest. Glad you were able to come back this year - you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what I needed - cottage tucked into a small neighborhood blocks from the stairs down to the beach. Quiet, everything you could imagine was already there. I was delighted.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on Oct 19, 2026
Glad you had such a nice stay at my cottage, Marcy, and amazing Fall weather too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greg was fantastic. Very accommodating and great communication. We loved the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on Oct 16, 2026
Glad you and your family had a nice stay, Evan. Hope you're able to make it back for a longer visit next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, cozy, and a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay and loved our mornings and late evenings in the screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2026
Glad you enjoyed your time at the lake shore, Carl. Thanks for taking great care of the cottage. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a very nice stay at Shady Pines. We had great weather every day (obviously lucky for us). Love the screened in porch for watching the deer across the street. Only a short walk to the lake for beautiful sunsets and large sandy beach this year. Only 2 of us staying so plenty of space. Bed was very comfy and great water pressure in the shower. The owners provided a Brita water container which was great! Lots to do in the Saugatuck/Douglas and the surrounding areas. Be sure to head to Crane’s Orchard in Fennville for breakfast/lunch and get a piece of pie and/or take a frozen one home with you (we did both)!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on Oct 19, 2026
Thanks for your nice comments Barbara and for taking such good care of my cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, we enjoyed the screened porch! Greg was very communicative and the welcome package was a nice touch. Perfect size home for our family of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from Management on Oct 19, 2026
Glad you enjoyed the cottage and lake shore, Jennifer. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property with excellent host and immaculate premises at checkin. Kudos to the cleaner whom we met as we arrived. Well equipped home, quiet neighborhood and daily deer sightings!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2026
Thanks for your kind words, Jane, and also for always being such a gracious guest! Your compliments have been forwarded to the cleaning crew. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Shady Pines! When we arrived, the house was clean and well laid out with everything we needed. We really enjoyed the screened porch and when it was just too hot, the large family room and kitchen were ideal. Since we brought our dogs, we enjoyed walking everywhere - the beach, the Root Beer Barrel, Woosah Coffee, and the trails. The location was perfect. It was an easy drive into town for dinner or to Oval Beach. Would highly recommend Shady Pines and hope to come back again very soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on Oct 16, 2026
So glad you and your family had a wonderful stay, Brooke. Thanks for taking good care of the cottage during your visit. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, beautiful location, cozy home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2025
So glad you enjoyed another return trip to the lake shore in the Fall! Thanks for treating my cottage like your own. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay ! would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location, close to everything we needed and exactly as described. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2025
Thanks for your kind thoughts. Glad the cottage worked out for you - you're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greg was an excellent host, the cottage was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2025
Thanks for your kind words. Glad to hear the cottage worked out well for your stay. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at this super peaceful cabin. We loved how close it was to the beach, and how nice Douglas beach is. Cleanliness was top notch. Amazing way to end our summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2025
So glad you and your family had a wonderful stay. Perfect timing for a beautiful late Summer beach get-away. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this quaint, comfortable cottage on a 4 day getaway. The view out the front picture window was a dream with unexpected snow and deer walking along the lane. Loved how protected and quiet area was. Took lots of long walks along Lakeshore drive. Comfy bed too!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay and got to experience the lake shore snowfall, which is truly magical. You're welcome back any time, Sally!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cozy cabin for a relaxing getaway

We had a wonderful time at Shady Pines and hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 22, 2021
Thanks for your nice review Christopher. Hope you're able to come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage so close to Lake Michigan

We felt privileged to stay in such a beautifully restored cottage in such a quiet neighborhood. It was a very peaceful retreat, and we would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2025
Thanks for your nice comments - glad you enjoyed your vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and comfortable.. great host!

Two adults and our dog all really enjoyed this home— quiet and so peaceful— deer viewing every morning from the porch was a special treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 11, 2025
Thanks for your nice review, Jane. Glad you were able to enjoy the local wildlife and some rest & relaxation. You're welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Loved it there! Very clean. Excellent location and owners were fantastic! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2022
Glad you had a great vacation. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Getaway

The house is cozy and in a wonderful wooded location. Great communication and documentation from the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2024
Thanks for the feedback, Keith. Hope you're able to come back again soon! Greg
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy spot.

Very relaxing and quit, got to see some deer and just relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2022
So glad to hear you were able to get in some rest & relaxation at the lakeshore!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful retreat

Close to beautiful Lake Michigan and quaint towns. Loved the peace and beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2022
Glad you enjoyed spending time in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vey nice

Great cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2024
Glad you & your family enjoyed the cottage. You're welcome back any time!
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