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Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck

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Front of house view from Butler Street.
View from corner of Butler and Spear Streets.
Back of house - drive way is on Spear Street.
Front Porch
Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

North Bedroom (2nd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

South Bedroom (2nd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

Sun Room (1st Floor)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck

Conveniently located in downtown Saugatuck, this renovated and restored 135 year old historic district home is perfect for a family vacation or a friends retreat. This two story home features two bedrooms with queen beds and a full bath on the second floor. On the main floor, you'll find a spacious kitchen, living room, dining room, second full bath and a bonus sun room with a full futon pull out bed for additional sleeping options. The house sleeps a maximum of 6 people.

(Option to increase your group size by 2 people by adding the studio cottage on the property to your rental. This allows for total of 8 on the property. Additional rental costs apply and subject to availability. See details below and contact owner for more information.)


Please Note: Due to the historic nature of the property, and for the health and safety of guests, neighbors and owners, this property is STRICTLY NO PETS. Also, the historic staircase may present challenges for those with mobility issues.

For water sports enthusiasts, Birky's is literally one short block from public access to the Kalamazoo River. A great location to launch your canoe, kayak, or stand up paddle board! If you don't have your own equipment, there are numerous rental options locally.

The main house sleeps a maximum of six guests, however there is a small studio cottage available to rent behind the house that will accommodate two additional guests. This quaint cottage features a queen pull out futon bed, full bath, seating area for two and a kitchenette with mini fridge, two burner cook top, and microwave. The cottage is listed separately on VRBO as "Birky's Board Room Cottage" #1064644. Please visit the page for additional details and photographs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fire pits (per city ordinance). No fireworks (per city ordinance). No smoking marijuana.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number CSTR License-250147

About the area

Saugatuck

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Downtown Saugatuck, a neighbourhood in Saugatuck. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Saugatuck Center For the Arts and Express Yourself Art Barn.
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kalamazoo Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wicks Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oval Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coral Gables Il Forno - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck on 24 Apr, 2026 start from S$553, 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 at Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birky's on Butler Street in Downtown Saugatuck located?

This family-friendly Saugatuck holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Kalamazoo Lake and Kalamazoo River are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at this lovely homeVery Comfortable beds, full kitchen, and the layout was great. Enjoyed coffee on the little porch, watching the town wake up
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two couples...had a great time! Loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Birky’s for 3 nights and could not have been happier with our stay. Check-in was easy, the home was clean, and the location was absolutely ideal. Close to all of the shops, restaurants, and walking trails. We had a wonderful stay and already plan to return in the future. Thank you, Eric!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Eric was very communicative and easy to deal with! The cottage was fantastic- very well maintained, great layout with 2 very comfortable and spacious bedrooms, and location was ideal! Very short walking distance to everything downtown but very peaceful, so great for sleeping. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Had a great weekend at Birky’s place. It’s a quaint house with a convenient location within walking distance to all Saugatuck has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a charming house in a great location. We appreciated one sleeping area and full bath on the main floor as the steps were quite steep to the upper level. However, the bedrooms and bathroom upstairs were very comfortable. We loved that we were walking distance from the river and the downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP N.

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

A cozy home in Saugatuck

Off season, pretty quiet in Saugatuck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Great Place

Very convenient to downtown but still quiet! Detailed instructions and location of items for our use were so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catie h.

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

Great location

Walking distance from all activities in downtown Saugatuck
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Perfect family home away from home!

A darling home with every necessity at the ready. The home was clean, an easy stroll to town, and the perfect place to relax for the week!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

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

Convenient Location

Birky’s was a great house for weekend away. It’s an easy walk away from downtown Saugatuck. The house was clean and roomy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Location, location, location

This house is right in downtown walking distance to all the restaurants and shops in downtown saugatuck. The home was very clean and comfortable and I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Walt E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a stay in Saugatuck, right downtown so an easy walk to everything. Very charming. The hot water upstairs did not work, and the stairs were very narrow and creaky, so it might not be a good place for older adults.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! House was a beautiful old home in the perfect location. Everything we needed was on hand for our family of 4. Clean and welcoming. Just a short walk to everything in town. Having a dedicated parking spot was so helpful as street parking filled up quickly most days. Host was very kind and helpful. Great communication. We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Good property

The only concern is if you have people who have a hard time with stairs as they are a little steep, but it is an old house and how they came in the day. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was wonderful. Clean, comfortable and lots of attention to detail. We had everything we needed for our long weekend stay. The beds were very comfortable including the futon. The neighborhood was gorgeous and within walking distance of shops and the lake. The check in process was easy and the house rules were simple to follow. We all agreed we would stay here again and certainly recommend to our friends. Cindy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy F.

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

Great Stay at Birky’s

My family and I had an amazing time at Birky’s on Butler. Communication with the owner was great and the check-in/check-out process was seamless. The location was also a highlight with the house being a short walk to shops, restaurants and a park. We also appreciated all the extras that were included, such as parking, beach towels, and yard games. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

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

Perfect location in town!

Birky's on Butler is the ideal spot for a stay in Saugatuck if you want to be in walking distance of everything the town has to offer yet it's at the quieter end of Butler for when you are relaxing at the property. Believe it or not, the K-zoo River is only a short block from the house in 2 different directions. The home is perfectly sized for 2 couples or a small family (perhaps not recommended for very young children due to the steep staircase leading up to the bedrooms). There is a nicely sized yard (w/grill and table) for outdoor games and relaxation. It is clearly a multi-generational family home that has been lovingly cared for over the years. Eric has thought of everything when equipping the house including a generous selection of beach items in case you forgot or were unable to transport anything to Saugatuck. Overall highly recommended for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Great location, could be cleaner

We stayed here for a long weekend & loved everything about this house except the cleanliness of it. It is very cute and in a great location blocks from downtown Saugatuck. However, the towels had been washed but then hung up in the bathrooms while they were still wet. Very strange -- especially because there were dry towels on shelves in the laundry area. We also noticed food under some of the furniture and leftover pieces of garbage in the bedroom garbage cans. None of this ruined our trip, but it did make us worry about the overall cleanliness -- especially during COVID quarantine!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2020
Before their arrival, we accommodated a request to reduce # of days stayed and cost. Otherwise, we had no other contact with this renter regarding their concerns. To be clear, this rental did not occur during the governor’s shelter in place order or “quarantine”. While focus has been in disinfecting/wiping down high touch surfaces, we will review cleaning procedures to check underneath furniture and ensure bath towels are not rehung when damp. The dry towels referenced were large beach towels that would not normally be hung in bathrooms.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shahin S.

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

great place

loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Saugatuck

We have visited Saugatuck many times , this home is on the Main Street a few blocks from the center of town ( great location ) . The steep stairs going up to the second floor bedrooms are difficult to navigate , especially with luggage in hand .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Perfect Saugatuck house

Within walking distance of everything in Saugatuck Very comfortable with all of the amenities we needed Loved the large back yard Very large bedrooms and extra bonus space on main level Would definately return !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great home, Great Location

This historic home in Saugatuck was perfect for my family of six. So close to town, with a great outdoor space. The owner was fantastic as I had sent a few messages to him and he responded within minutes! The house also includes those little extra things you appreciate, like beach towels, tupperware for packing food, yard games, etc. Would recommend to anyone who is visiting Saugatuck to stay here! We'll be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tressa R.

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

Quiet and charming retreat in Saugatuck

Our family of four had plenty of room to spread out at Birky's on Butler. The home was clean, charming, and located just a couple of blocks from the shopping and dining of Saugatuck. It had everything we needed and we highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house downtown!

The place was clean, well maintained and stocked. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

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