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A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach!

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Interior
Beach
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Butler Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bunkhouse-small building in the backyard

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach!

This darling, 2-story beach cottage is just a few hundred feet from the entrance to Douglas Beach and the shores of Lake Michigan. An unbeatable location and proximity to the area’s limitless recreational activities make Sundown Cottage the perfect cottage for your next getaway or family vacation. Spend days splashing in the Lake Michigan waters, hiking the dunes, and shopping/dining in downtown Douglas (less than a mile away). Then head back to the cottage and enjoy a spectacular sunset from the expansive front porch.

Entering this rustic lake cottage will take many guests back to the days of their youth.

The downstairs features a living area with a wood burning fireplace and Apple TV for your enjoyment and relaxation. The kitchen has a simple but efficient layout for preparing food with a large fridge and pantry. A full bath with a shower/tub is located around the corner, and a laundry area with a washer and dryer. Beach towels are provided and available for your use.

The upstairs has four bedrooms. The two main bedrooms have queen beds, including a dresser and closet. The two front bedrooms both have two twin beds in each room (the bunkbed shown is now two twin beds). Both front bedrooms have closets. There is new carpet going up the stairs and in two bedrooms with twin beds. There is a full bath with a shower at the end of the hall for everyone’s use. Towels and linens are supplied.

The front porch is a favorite place for guests to relax. It expands across the front of the house and has more than enough seating for guests to comfortably enjoy the view.

The back of the cottage has a Solo stove fire pit, a picnic table, and a new Weber gas grill which is provided for your use. Need a separate space to quietly work or have a guest that likes space for themselves? The Bunkhouse is available for an extra fee. Please inquire before booking.

Daily walks down the Lakeshore are a dreamy experience. The walk is two miles of gorgeous sand bluffs overlooking the lake. A beautiful stretch of historic lakeside road to walk, run and ride bikes.

Property manager

Kim Zolper

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks Make sure Solostove fire pit is out before leaving it for the night

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Butler Street - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Silver Lake - 15 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corner Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A historic Lakeshore Cottage across from Douglas Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Water Street Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Perfect Spot on Lakeshore

Really enjoyed our stay at this Lakeshore Cottage. Kim was great to deal, responsive and nice. We comfortably slept 8 with dogs and never felt cramped. Front porch is so relaxing, back patio was great, fully stocked kitchen was used for prepping a big meal for a larger group. Weber grill, just all-around great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location and setup

Loved our week in Saugatuck Douglass at sundown cottage. There are plenty of beds in this comfy cottage. It had everything we needed. We loved the proximity to Douglas’s beach and the laid back family vibe of the neighborhood. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location, cute cottage

Loved the proximity to the beach and the cottage vibes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location!

Beautiful location, great screened in porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Vintage cottage = wonderful relaxing vacation

This cottage is exactly what I was looking for (6 adults, 2 toddlers)… walking distance to the beach, plenty of room for gathering together, as well as places for privacy. While the house is “vintage”, it was clean and has AC, dishwasher, washer/dryer. We LOVED the expansive screened-in front porch, and the lovely deck area in the backyard. Kim, the property manager, was kind and responded immediately when we had questions. It was the perfect home base for three generations to gather, explore and enjoy the Douglas/Saugatuck area! We are a family who cooks… while the kitchen is small, it is well-stocked with glassware, cookware, utensils, and even spices. We also appreciated that there was dish soap, garbage bags, laundry soap available for use. Also plenty of towels, beach towels- plus the use of six beach chairs! The toddlers loved the wooden blocks to play with and the big basket of crayons. Even the weather cooperated! All-in-all, a great vacation with many happy memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kim Zolper

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Languages:

English