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Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive

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Charming cottage on a wooded lot
Spacious porch with antique wicker . . . perfect for reading and people watching
Fans provide a cool breeze
The porch is the heart of this home
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive

NOTE: Our cottage is open April - October / November;
Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive with view of Lake Michigan; Amenities include a large screen porch, BBQ deck, fireplace, central air and semi-private beach access; Accommodations for a maximum of 10 people; one queen bed - rest are twin beds; one bedroom has bunk beds, another has a twin with a trundle underneath; linens, dishes, washer/dryer provided; use of bicycles and beach chairs.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 pet max. - $200 non-refundable pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or fireworks

Important information

You need to know

Property # 476376vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Saugatuck Center For the Arts and Express Yourself Art Barn are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Butler Street - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Oval Beach - 8 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mitten Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Butler - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage on Lakeshore Drive located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Saugatuck Chain Ferry and Wicks Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Absolutely perfect place

Absolutely perfect place. Such a gem in such a perfect location. Great communication, great accommodations….. had everything we needed!! Porch is the absolute best…… thank you for opening your home to us. We loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

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

Recharging our batteries

It was a wonderful anniversary vacation. This is a very warm, welcoming place. You should bring candles in case of a power outage, and use the beach public access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

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

Tulip Fest trist

My friends and I had a great time at this spacious home. It was like taking a step back in time to grandma's house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caroline` t.

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

Great 4th of July getaway

This quaint cottage was a throwback in time and therefore priced quite reasonably. We loved the semi-private beach access just steps away from the cottage, sunsets, screened front porch, backyard patio, bikes for all 6 of us , and a well stocked kitchen. Thank you so much for sharing it! We had a great time and enjoyed all of it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina k.

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

Pure Serenity

We have rented the Allen cottage before and have always had a wonderful experience. Our pets are welcome which is so important to us and the beach right across the street is so perfect. The cottage is so well stocked and plenty of room. Lots of nice restaurant choices nearby or relaxing at the cottage on the beautiful front porch cooking out or enjoying the quiet fenced in back yard. You can always expect visits each year from the local deer and the hummingbirds. We hope to come back year after year. We absolutely love it there!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week’s long vacation at this perfect Michigan cottage. The house had everything we needed and more. The large washer and dryer was an added bonus for all the laundry that we had from enjoying trips to the beach. The kitchen was fully stocked with all cooking supplies and condiments. We loved the semi private beach access and beautiful back yard. We saw deer everyday grazing in the back. We had to fill the propane tank since it was empty when we arrived but we didn’t mind since we used the grill 4 out of the 7 days. It was awesome to have access to the bikes in the garage for nice bike rides to town too. The only thing missing was an outdoor fire pit. We would have liked to have some dark curtains in the primary bedroom to block out the early morning light, but that’s only a personal preference not any sort of complaint. The cottage was everything our family and friends needed to escape and enjoy lake life for a bit. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

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

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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

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

Classic Summer Cottage

Our experience could not have been better at this classic summer home with its views of Lake Michigan, comfortable furnishings, and other amenities. On several of the nights the sound of the waves across the way from the house added to our overall delight with this special place. We lived on the wicker furnished spacious screened in front porch as if it were our family room. My wife and I and our golden retriever could not have enjoyed the leafy tree lined neighborhood in which this house is situated any more than we did.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

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

121 Lakeshore - Hack Allen Cottage

Location is the best feature. The furnishings are a bit dated. It's an old quaint unpretentious beach house. Screened porch awesome! Fenced back yard, new Weber grill a plus. A little pricey for the size, but steps from the beach with a peak at Lake Michigan from the front porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Excellent location

This was a great place to stay, great location and plenty of bedrooms, and a nice indoor porch! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Charming Lake House

Charming! The beach access was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Wonderful!

We had an awesome time! The house was well equipped and even had some fun surprises for the kiddo’s! Thank you so much! Hope to be back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

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

Beautiful Lake Michigan Cottage

As soon as we walked in, I was transported back in time to the cottage my parents used to rent when I was a kid. There's a wonderful, homey feel to this place. The location was ideal, in a quiet, laid-back neighborhood of upscale homes and cottages, and a three-minute drive to downtown Douglas. Having the bikes available was a real plus. The huge front porch was ideal for relaxing and listening to the waves. Lots of books and games and even a piano for rainy days. Very prompt communication with the owner and the caretaker. Douglas Beach is about a half-minute walk down Lakeshore Drive, and the sunsets are phenomenal. About 95 steps to get down to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing fall weekend.

We had a wonderful stay this past weekend! The house had everything we needed and then some and was very comfortable. The kids had a blast choosing their bedrooms. We had quite a bit of rain so we stayed in a lot and played board games which was so much fun. 😁. The location is right across from Lake Michigan and sunsets were gorgeous. One extra cool thing was when we were driving up Lake Shore on Thursday evening to check in, there were deer all over the place! Just hanging out in yards, sleeping and eating the grass.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

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

Great location

The house is older and is decorated with antiques. The location is great. It is close to Douglas beach. We enjoyed having our dog with us. We did have a problem with the grill. It never got above 250 degrees.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

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

Lovely lakeside cottage

Wonderful, quaint, clean and incredibly well-appointed cottage right across from Lake Michigan. The owner was incredibly responsive and communicative, which is very important to us. The kitchen had everything we needed with lots of thoughtful extras not typically found in most rentals including extra paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent and condiments. Can’t thank the owner enough. We spent much of our time in the fabulous big front porch, listening to the waves. We used the bikes every day (although two of them need new tubes). We biked, ran, hiked and swam to our heart’s content as the cottage is situated near terrific biking and running areas. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Just The Thing

Everything was just so lovely and amazing. My husband and I have *not* been able to work from home during all of this (he has his own business and I am a housecall veterinarian). So combined with 3 kids e-learning, we had reached a breaking point (realizing that we are still so much luckier than a lot of people). But this trip was just the thing. It was so beautiful, peaceful, and restful. It was great to be able to sit still for a moment and focus on the kids. We enjoyed fall walks into town and along Lakeshore drive. There were plenty of options for take out an we made some great meals in the house! The kids favorite part was the deer that would come to the yard every day! They also loved using the bikes. My favorite part was sitting by the fireplace and sleeping : ) Back to reality now, but refreshed! Thanks again for everything: ) The Trupia Family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

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

Charming Cottage

Perfect for our family. We enjoyed this lovely, well cared for cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Fantastic

This cottage was exactly what we were looking for! The semi private beech was a great option! The cottage was perfect the front porch aloud us to hear the waves and was perfect
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

This charming cottage is in a great location and has all the amenities to be comfortable.

My family was totally impressed and satisfied with this property. The owner has put a lot of effort into making guests feel welcome. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Relaxing Summer vacation

We had a wonderful time in Douglas/Saugatuck. It's a great place to unwind and spend quality time together as a family. We enjoyed lots of golf and nearby restaurants. The cottage was perfect for us. The screened porch was wonderful in the morning to enjoy coffee and people watch. The enclosed backyard made it perfect for our golden retriever to join us on this vacation. We would return to this cottage in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Cottage

A cottage just like I remember growing up and going to Douglas with my family. Had a great time, very comfortable. All the comforts of home, but with that cottage feel and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Absolutely Perfect Cottage and Vacation in Every Way

I grew up spending my summers on Lakeshore Drive and have many, many, wonderful memories! Our stay in the Allen Cottage took me back to those remarkable days and created new memories with our family. This Cottage is perfect in every way. It is a true cottage but has all of the updated amenities which makes vacation a true vacation. The Cottage has a wonderful kitchen which is stocked with new appliances, including an awesome gas stove, dishwasher and washer/dryer, amazing grill, AND the Cottage has A/C (although I never think of needing A/C in Michigan, but this summer we did). We lived on the front screened in porch which could hold a crowd! The living and dining areas are cozy and comfy as are the bedrooms and bathrooms. The bedroom/bath on the main was perfect for my Mom! No stairs. We also adored and appreciated use of the bikes, beach chairs and beach towels. Access to the beach was a breeze. Truly, everything we needed was waiting for us at the Allen Cottage. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

denise b.

Our wonderful Douglas cottage experience

Very charming old cottage with modern conveniences to keep everyone comfortable. We loved he location that made it very easy to do a variety of activities from strolling on the beautiful Lake Michigan beaches, biking with beautiful views, walking with easily accessible paths, shopping in the local small towns, to dining in a variety of restaurants with options to accommodate many tastes and budgets. We also loved that it was a pet friendly property but didn’t see or smell any signs of previous pets:). The owner, Hack, was easily accessible for questions and very gracious and friendly. Thank you for opening your place for others to enjoy. We already said we would go back after only one day being home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Quintessential Cottage

My wife and I rented this cottage for just the two of us and our dog. The house could accommodate several more people, but we just wanted to get away. The cottage was clean. The Wifi worked great. The private path to the beach was awesome. We spent most of the daylight hours walking the beach, swimming or reading our books. The cottage is air conditioned, but we found that just opening the windows was the best option. There was generally a good breeze naturally, but when that is not happening, the ceiling fans throughout kept the air moving. We cooked in some nights. The kitchen is not anything fancy, but between the grill outside and the tools in the kitchen you can do most anything. Of the restaurants we went to, Wild Dog in Douglas was probably our favorite, but Black Walnut by the Center by the Performing Arts was wonderful as well. We highly recommend seeing one of the shows at the Center for the Performing Arts. You will not be disappointed. My wife wanted me to add, there is nothing like Lake Shore Rd. Hearing the waves at night is wonderful to fall to sleep to.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for the nice comments and we're glad you guys had a nice vacation, Hack Allen

About the host

Hosted by Hack Allen

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Family Cottage owned for the past 30+ years.

Why they chose this property

Great appeal; pretty front screened porch with nice view of Lake Michigan; nicely landscaped.

What makes this property unique

Close to Beach

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English

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