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Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot

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Front of Saugatuck Beach House, 'Shorewood'
Front side/corner of Saugatuck Beach area House, 'Shorewood'
Front Screened in Porch
Great Room with Woodburning Fireplace/Hearth, 2.5 stories ceiling, skylight.
Great room w/ kitchen with bar seating dining areas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saugatuck Township, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Silver Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot

Exceptional, airy, expansive, home is set on a private, quiet wooded lot, just a few steps to the shared association Lake Michigan beach. Three spacious levels bring together the best of leisure and recreation with indoor games and outdoor activities. Open floor plan perfect for large family gatherings, but also allow for individual privacy with many rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.

Soak in the 6 person outdoor hot tub, with nearby outdoor shower. Enjoy the sun and Lake Michigan views on on the second floor deck and observatory room, with wet bar. Enjoy campfires in a private, secluded area on property, as well as at the private beach. Miles of endless walking, running, hiking, biking, swimming and wildlife adjacent to property.

Enjoy the downtowns of both Saugatuck and Douglas, where you will find countless shops, art galleries, restaurants, culture, and nightlife, all just a short bike or drive away. Many Golf courses and numerous u-pick fruit farms in area, including (seasonal): strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, peaches, and apples.

Availability: Year Round.

Keywords: Saugatuck-Lake Michigan Beach Home-Private Location; Private Beach; less than 5 minutes from towns of Saugatuck and Douglas.

Property manager

Nick Agnew
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
Minimum age of the primary renter MUST be 24 years of age. No parties, prom parties, wedding events, of any kind at the property.
No fireworks of any kind at all on the property. No smoking in the house under any condition. If you must smoke outside keep it pristine and clean.
You must respect the neighborhood during your stay. Quiet hours are between 10pm and 8am. Treat the neighbors with respect.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fennville

Located in Fennville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oval Beach and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saugatuck Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Butler Street - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Oval Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Silver Lake - 16 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪What-Not-Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Saugatuck Beach Home On A Quiet, Private Wooded Lot located?

This family-friendly Fennville holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Saugatuck Brewing Company, Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Kalamazoo Lake. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Water Street Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jed S.

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

Great place near Lake Michigan

We enjoyed our Thanksgiving break with family at this nice house near Lake Michigan. We loved using the fireplace in the living room while playing board games and watching football all weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

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

Family Gathering

We stayed at Nick and Donna’s for an extended weekend with all of our siblings and spouses, 12 people in all. The house had plenty of space for a large group. It was very inviting and comfortable as well as spotless. We had every single thing we needed and so much more!! We loved the great room for meals and gathering. We could all comfortably be in the same space. The basement was awesome for playing games which we enjoy, again so comfortable and spacious. It also offered plenty of privacy with all the different bedrooms and bathrooms. Location was fantastic! We went for morning walks along Lake Michigan and found lots to do in Muskegon, Holland, Saugatuck, and Douglas, all just a short drive away. Nick made sure we had an easy check in/check out and had everything we needed in between. We would highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Loved our stay!

We had three generations, a total of 13 family members, and there was ample room for everyone! So many spaces to gather together or find a quiet spot! The back deck, hot tub and outdoor shower were favorite spots, as was the basement family room for playing pool, watching movies and playing card games with the kids. The front porch was the best napping spot with the Lake Michigan waves as a lulling backdrop. The upstairs family room was the morning spot for early risers to have coffee and watch morning news, and evening tv for those not in the basement. The living room did get used also, but wasn’t as comfortable as some of the other options, for me at least. The kitchen is well stocked, and we found more pantry space than I expected, though counter space was skimpy, but we managed. The house was well stocked in general, and communication with the owner, Nick, was fantastic! We hated to leave, but are happy knowing we will be returning to this house next year! Love the location just a block off the lake with handy sunsets!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Saugatuck Stay

Our first trip. Everyone enjoyed the house. It was a good place for the size of our group and what the property offered fit our needs.The location was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

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

Fabulous family vacation house

Our family of 9, our children and grandchildren came together from various points of the country. The location was perfect to either drive or fly into. We loved all the activities that were so close to the house, from Dune Buggy rides to brewery visits there was something for everyone. We especially loved the three levels at the house. It was fun for the 9 of us to gather on the large sectional to watch Jeopardy! Our hosts were fantastic, promptly responding to all questions within minutes. And the house was not only beautifully appointed, but it was spotless.it was in a perfect location to watch sunsets and go for walks along the road overlooking the Lake Michigan shore. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleigh E.

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

Great stay

Nick was very helpful and informative. When things didn't go as planned he was on it quickly to make sure everything went smoothly for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Beautiful convienant location

Everything about the house was great! It was pretty and clean and in a beautiful location that was fairly close to town. The owners were thorough and communicated well so it was easy check in and check out. Stayed there with friends for a wedding weekend and we enjoyed being able to use the hot tub and the game room in the basement. It was too rainy for the firepit but maybe next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Great spot near the lake, golf and quaint MI towns

We enjoyed staying in this clean and perfect for 8 adults house. Hot tub was hot and clean, all that we needed for amenities were there and owners were in great communication and wonderful to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved our stay at Nick's home, it was a peaceful retreat in the woods with a short walk to private beach access. Everything was clean and as described! Nick was friendly and extremely communicative. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Family Fun Days

Wonderful house in a great location. Good stretch of sand on the neighborhood private beach gave us the lake to ourselves most of the days. The house fit our needs as per listed. The kids had a place to play at night before bedtime as well as a nice sitting area for the adults for when the kids were sleeping. The host, Nick, was very responsive prior to our visit answering our questions and checked in on us after check-in to ensure everything was just right. Highly recommend the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Saugatuck Retreat

This spacious property was perfect for our extended family's vacation. Close proximity to Lake Michigan, it's nice hot tub. outdoor fire pit and lots of games made for a very fun time for 4 generations of family members.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Great for families

We all had a great time. There was space to spread out and space to be together. A short 10-15 minute walk to the beach, with a 3 and 4 year old. The house was well stocked with all the essentials. Nick responded quickly to any question. This is a great place for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua N.

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

Memorial Day weekend

The property owner was very helpful and kind! Overall it was a great house for a large group of people and we had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Lovely stay

The house was perfect for our needs. Twelve women who wanted to get away. Close to Saugatuck and Douglas with great shopping and restaurants. We're able to see a beautiful sunset. Enjoyed the hot tub and the fireplace. Nick was very responsive to every little question we had. Would definitley stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Great property, great host!!

Very cozy and comfy home located in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Would highly recommend to all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Beautiful

Our annual family gathering is something looked forward to each year, but this year we chose Saugatuck on the shore of Lake Michigan. None better. The property was located just perfectly off the lake in a quiet and beautiful location. The breezes. The sunsets. The home. All lovely. We are so grateful to have the chance to gather at this delightful place. Our very favorite spots were the upstairs family room and front porches. Also * winner of the BEST firepit and rear yard area ! Big and peaceful. Hammock swinging in the late afternoon. Deer frequently sauntering through the adjoining woody area. And the lake! Did I mention Lake Michigan...?? Heavenly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula D., Carol Stream, USA

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

Family Getaway

Perfect house for a family getaway. Very clean, six bedrooms, fun game room. Not far from the beach and downtown Douglas and Saugatuck. Our host was very accommodating and was quick to answer any questions. Will definitely come back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

First Family Vacation

We were looking for a house for a family vacation, lots of us, on my husbands side and found this beautiful house. It was the perfect spot and location , near the water (amazing sunsets) and the cool town of Saugatuck/Douglas. Nick was a wonderful host and made sure to let us know if we needed anything that we could contact him anytime. He was very friendly and easy to work with. If you ever get the chance to stay at one of their properties we would all highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

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

Thank you!

Had a nice visit. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B., St. Louis, MO, USA

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

Second time just as great !

This was our 2nd visit to this beautiful house. Perfect for our family of four generations. Location is perfect - access to the beach, but quiet in a beautiful residential neighborhood...Owner, Nick, also a plus - very accessible and keeps the home in great shape
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don H., Marietta, GA

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

Great Place!

We loved the house. The layout is great and very family reunion friendly! Having the game area in the basement is a real treat. Of course you can’t beat the sunsets on the lake. We utilized the fire pit and the grill multiple times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Basia W.

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

Wonderful Stay!!

We planned a family getaway to Saugatuk and this was the perfect house! The windows were large, the space accommodating, the owner very easy to communicate with. The entire property has about 6 bedrooms and has plenty of entertainment for both indoor and outdoor activities. We loved the ping pong table and pool table in the basement, and the hot tub was a great way to relax in the beautiful November foliage. The hot tub was a little finicky, but Nick was very helpful in helping us get the temperature up. Overall, would highly recommend and will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Shorewood

Great family home! Enjoyed our stay. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Family Vacation

10 adults 4 children worked out fantastic time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

Even better than we had thought

Coming from the DC area and with this being our first trip to Western Michigan, we really had a limited idea of what we were getting our extended family of 12 into. Online, the house looked nice and reviews were good, with the things that attracting us being that each family pod could have their own full bathroom, it seemed to be in a quiet spot, and had a bunch of indoor activities (pool, ping pong, air hockey) that the kids could take advantage of if the weather was bad. So, we were optimistic, but really had no clue what to expect. Well, we knew right when we arrived that this home would be perfect for us. Spectacularly clean, great use of space for a large group to fit into, and in a very quiet area (dead end of a road) yet within 5-10 minutes of everything you need (shopping, restaurants, beach, hikes, sunset/lake views, etc). One thing we were surprised about was when we were asked not to wear shoes in the house - never had come across that before on a VRBO - but I recommend everyone adhere to that request for your own sake! The soil in this area is sand, so taking shoes off as recommended kept the house clean and not sandy. Nick (the owner) was very helpful and on top of communication, so everything was great there as well. So , basically, we highly recommend the house and if we head back to Western Michigan, we would rent it again without question.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nick Agnew

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We bought our Saugatuck property- 'Shorewood'- because of it's tranquil and wooded locale near Lake Michigan. We built and designed our 'Shorewood' house in such a way that would comfortably accommodate large family gatherings. 'Shorewood' which sits near the beach and towns of Saugatuck and Douglas, represents to us the best that the area has to offer.

Why they chose this property

We bought this beautiful Saugatuck property because of it's perfect combination of tranquility when trying to get away from the stresses of everyday life, while still being able to be active in both athletics and cultural activities. Saugatuck has a very urbane charm to it, without the noise and the crowds of a major metro area. Our property is located in the most tranquil spot, near the sugar sand Lake Michigan shoreline. We built a house that we felt that not only our family could enjoy year round, but also, would be an ideal space for extended family or other large families or groups who could gather comfortably. Our house is in a private enclave, that has the Lake in the front end, and the peaceful woods in the back. Saugatuck constantly surprises us with it's diversity; ranging from the magnificent sunsets over Lake Michigan (right out our front door!), to the sugar sand beaches; to the Art Barn where our children, on a rainy day, can get make their own artwork...and it does not end there!

What makes this property unique

The beach! The sugar sand that squeaks when you walk on it. The dunes at the beach. The amazingly clean and beautiful, warm, Lake Michigan water during the summer. The sunsets! The summer! The Fall, when the leaves change and you can go apple picking! The endless running on beach/roads and/or the endless biking on roads...right out the front door. The safety and quiet of living on a private road in a private enclave with no traffic or noise. The short bike or drive to downtown Saugatuck or Douglas for food, culture, shopping, antiquing, or just strolling. The locale of house with fire pit, hot tub (and outdoor shower), and wildlife surrounding property. The airy and open layout, that our 4000 square foot home offers families and groups on trips.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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