skovhus - Walk to Oval Beach!

SKOV-HUS translates to Forest House in Danish and the property more than earns this title! Nestled in the valley of our beautiful Michigan sand dunes, SKOVHUS is surrounded by the natural beauty of the areas vast array of flora and fauna. Awaken your senses at this stunning property located within a 10-minute walk to Oval Beach, the iconic Mt. Baldhead, and The Saugatuck Chain Ferry. Your group will be perfectly secluded amongst the trees yet within minutes of everything this area has to offer!

Being an Art Coast Property, guests of SKOVHUS have access to round-the-clock guest support. Simply give us a ring and we are there to assist!
You will receive a specially curated Guidebook prior to arrival which will have our contact information, particulars about the house, tried-and-true recommendations, and a list of our concierge offerings.

Welcome to the Heart of the Art Coast!

SKOVHUS is located in the picturesque town of Saugatuck. This travel destination was voted Best Beach Town 2020 by Midwest Living Magazine and continuously tops the charts in various publications. Saugatuck is known for its world- renowned art scene, wineries and breweries, vibrant LGBTQ community, boutique shopping, and gorgeous scenery. Foodies will find plentiful dining, from artisan sandwiches to vegan cuisine to high-end steak houses.

After you’ve sampled the local food and drinks—many grown right here in this top-producing agricultural region—and shopped at our many independent boutiques, head out into Pure Michigan natural beauty at our gorgeous beaches, trails, and state parks. Nearby Oval Beach was ranked by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top 25 best shorelines on the entire planet! Rent a watercraft or take a dip in sparkling, immaculate Lake Michigan, then climb our mountainous sand dunes to shady wooded trails.

Want to get active outside? Oval Beach is a 10 minute walk away, and Conde Nast Traveler has ranked it in the top 25 best shorelines in the world! That's right, the WORLD! State-known hiking and biking trails fill the area, and gorgeous state parks with majestic forested dunes line the shoreline. Fishing, boating, kayaking—you name it, we’ve got it! Other fun day activities include visiting one of the region’s many berry farms and orchards to pick your own delicious Michigan fruit, taking a thrilling dune ride, enjoying live music and theater, or touring one of many more charming towns dotting the Eastern shore of Lake Michigan.

Pure Michigan is calling...you should probably answer. See you soon!

Your safety and security are our top priority. Keyless Entry allows for a flexible check-in. You will be provided with a customized code prior to your arrival.

The Scandinavian architecture of SKOVHUS brings simplistic elegance to your stay. This home is tastefully filled with beautiful, original artwork and objects from around the world, high-end custom finishings that have been expertly crafted by local woodworkers, and modern appliances all of which make you feel like you're staying at a 5-star resort. Walk through the front doors and you are immediately greeted by a luxurious scent that is one you will never forget. Indulge in our fabulous shower products from Malin & Goetz and our artisanal bath products from Michigan's Soap Shed. The kitchen is jam packed with fabulous amenities like our Coffee and Tea Bar with our own Art Coast Signature Blend of coffee from Uncommon Coffee Roasters, a variety of teas from Michigan Made tea company Fraser Teas, tons of basic (and not to basic) cooking spices, robust olive oil & succulent balsamic, flour & sugar, the list goes on and on. Our sleeping accomodations are dressed with crisp percale sheets from Parachute and luxurious pillows (no need to worry about bringing your own here!). You will also find fluffy bath towels and turkish cotton robes gracing the stunning bathrooms. We welcome you to come relish in all that SKOVHUS has to offer as it is one of the newest, hottest additions to Saugatuck. Don't take our word for it though, come see for yourself!

House Layout
Main Level
- Full Bed with Twin Trundle
- Rollaway Twin Bed
- Full Bathroom
Second Level
- King Bedroom
- Queen Bedroom
- Full Bathroom

SKOVHUS is mere steps from Oval Beach, The Saugatuck Chain Ferry. and just a short drive from Saugatuck/Douglas, Fennville, and various wineries/breweries. Don't feel like driving? No problem there! The Saugatuck Chain Ferry is an 8 minute walk and carts you right across the river to land you right in Downtown Saugatuck! There is also The Saugatuck Township Interurban Transit Authority that offers pick-ups and drop-offs for only $1 each way to anywhere in Saugatuck Township. Simply call in the moment or ahead and reserve a time and pick-up/drop-off location and your chariot awaits!

Want to venture out into the rest of Michigan's Art Coast? Downtown South Haven and Holland are only a 20-minute drive away and offer a whole different vibe filled with other activities to explore!

Primary Reservation Holder must be above the age of 25.

We allow up to 1 pet upon request - Please provide us with detailed information on your pups PRIOR TO booking and we will see if we are able to accommodate.

Cancellation Policy: We hope you never need to cancel your time away, but in the event that you do, guests are advised that any cancellation prior to 30 days will result in a $149 processing fee or 3.9% of the total reservation, whichever is greater. Cancellations between 14-30 days prior arrival date will result in a 50% forfeiture of total reservation plus $149 processing fee. Cancellations within 14 days of arrival date will result in a 100% forfeiture of the total reservation. Our Cancellation Policy may vary slightly from policies listed on third party booking platforms and will supersede the cancellation policies listed on those platforms. We recommend securing your trip with a travel insurance company should the need to cancel your reservation occur outside of the allotted window. (this is applicable for VRBO, Bookingdotcom, and Direct Bookings)