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9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Douglas, MI

Saugatuck Center For the Arts6 min drive
Oval Beach6 min drive
Butler Street6 min drive
Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)52 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Cute cottage, clean and nice location. Perfect for a weekend away.

April P.

Oct 8, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Charming Vintage Cottage - Across the street from lake Michigan, A/C and heat

Our charming cottage has been in our family for years. We affectionately refer to it as "The Tea Room Cottage" as it was a place where lunch and afternoon tea was served.

Located in Douglas, Michigan this cottage is a relaxing family and girls getaway, and/or a week at a beach vacation cottage. It has 5 bedrooms that sleep 7 to 9 people comfortably but ONLY 7 adults. It is available to rent during the summer months, Memorial Day through mid October. We have a shared private beach access across the street and down a path to Lake Michigan. We love animals but ONLY accept SMALL non-shedding dogs.

Property manager

Owner/ Sue Williams/Michelle La Very

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Delightful ~200 sq. ft. screened porch offers dining and relaxed seating options

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Only small (less than 20 lbs) NON-SHEDDING dogsi

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. 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. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Douglas, MI

What's nearby

Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 5 min drive
Mount Baldhead Park - 5 min drive
Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 6 min drive
Oval Beach - 6 min drive
Butler Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

Holland Station - 21 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
‪The BARge - ‬7 min drive
‪Wicks Park Bar And GRI - ‬7 min drive
‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Vintage Cottage - Across the street from lake Michigan, A/C and heat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vintage Cottage - Across the street from lake Michigan, A/C and heat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vintage Cottage - Across the street from lake Michigan, A/C and heat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Vintage Cottage - Across the street from lake Michigan, A/C and heat located?

Located in the heart of Douglas, 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).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

April P.

8 Oct 2023

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

Girls weekend

Cute cottage, clean and nice location. Perfect for a weekend away.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona M.

25 Sept 2023

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

Girl’s getaway

We enjoyed the screened in porch and deck! We lucked out on weather and had a beautiful weekend! Was wonderful being so close to beach

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

19 Aug 2023

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

Beach vacation

We love coming up to Douglas with our Family. The tea room house fits all our needs. Great location. Looking forward to next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle B.

17 Oct 2022

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

Nice place

Very charming

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

13 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful for Fall walks along the lakefront.

Lovely house with everything we needed for a great long weekend.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

4 Oct 2022

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

Fun with friends

It is a very charming cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

27 Sept 2022

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

Lovely place to stay for a long weekend on Lake Michigan.

Our group was 8 adults ranging in age from 20 to 94 with sufficient space to accommodate us all. The cottage is charming with a great outdoor deck which we utilized for some meals. Easy access to the beach is a plus.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James R.

2 Sept 2022

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

Great Location

If you want to be close to the water and a short distance from the town & restaurants. This is the place to stay. Lots of room & parking. Our family of 6 was very comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

26 Aug 2022

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

Summer 2022

My Family and I had a great time at the Tea House cottage. Weather was perfect. So much beach this year! Already planning next year 😎

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F., Perrinton, Mich.

17 Aug 2022

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

Enchanting

Absolutely adorable home. Love location! Wonderful beach area. Took long walks every day, just a delightful place to stay and enjoy everything Douglas and Saugatuck has to offer. House is well equipped. ( Could use a can opener) . But overall, nice place to stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

20 July 2022

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

Our Happy Place!

Our first impression was how clean and well taken care of the cottage was. The layout is fun and quirky, which adds to the overall cottage charm. The screened in porch provided more living space and was a great retreat for our family to relax and enjoy. The cottage also had many amenities including a washer/dryer, dishwasher, grill, fire pit, deck, internet and TV as well as private beach access. Our family loved our time spent here.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oliver M.

15 July 2022

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

Great property, great location!

We have been to Douglass and Saugatuck several times but this one was the best. In total it was my eight year old daughter, my eight year old nephew, my 17-year-old daughter, three of her childhood friends and myself. The size of the house was perfect! With five rooms, and everyone room having its unique look, the girls were able to choose a room and the little ones picked the room with the two single beds. The two bathrooms make it easy to take showers and hot water never ran short. The big dining area with the big table and the kitchen that had everything I needed to be able to cook made it easy make breakfast and dinner for all eight of us everyday we were there. We Couldn’t of been happy with the location. The Douglas beach is so close that at the slowest pace possible it is only 5 minute walk The teenagers were able to walk down the private beach access, put their blowup rafts in the water and paddle down to the Douglas Beach in a race, it was so much fun and great pictures. It was a great area to ride your bike or take the dog for a walk. The property has a nice size backyard for activities. Saugatuck State Park is a very, very short drive away and Saugatuck is maybe a seven minute drive. I couldn’t be happier with the location! I highly recommend this property if you’re looking to have a great family vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Beth F.

21 Sept 2021

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

Cottage stay

This is a unique, rustic cottage with a charming history. Really enjoyed the screened in porch and back deck. Air conditioning and fans were very helpful in the heat. Beach access was down the street a bit with sandy path. We did not try to go down to the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., Chicago, Illinois

15 Sept 2021

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

Perfect vintage lake cottage!

I have stayed in 2 other homes on Lake Shore Drive, spanning 30 years. This cottage reminded me of the others - perfectly vintage. Loved the “duck” sign to get to the kitchen under the stairs! (There are two other entrances). The bathrooms worked great. The kitchen is big enough to maneuver in. Not hugely stocked so bring your own stuff if you’re picky. You have to appreciate the charm of this type of cottage. The rooms have thin walls and you can hear everything but that makes it more like adult camp! Location is perfect! Great beach access. Will stay again for at least a week. Thanks so much!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna I., Dearborn, Michigan

26 Aug 2021

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

First time VRBO user.

Once we figured out the lights (older house and user error) everything was great. I would do this again. I really liked the location, we were minutes from the beach, shopping and restaurants.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Mary W.

20 Aug 2021

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

Family vacation

Our Family Loved the deck and the fire pit. Spent the majority of the time on the deck. You definitely need heavy duty bug spray. But fire pit helped keep bugs away. Sunsets were perfect. We walked down to the public beach to view. Loved the woodsy area. Would definitely rent again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Laura G.

27 July 2021

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

Rustic cottage!

We enjoyed our 2 week stay. The beach is directly across the street. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch! We were a family of 4 and Grandparents. The house was large enough for everyone to have their own space.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 July 2021

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

Perfect Location by the Lake for the Family

A very lovely old fashioned Lake Michigan cottage. The beach access easement is a prime benefit of this place. You can walk to the secluded Douglas beach in less than 5 minutes, and stow your beach chairs and stuff along the edge of the walkway. The bedrooms and baths are small as you would expect in a turn of the century cottage, but worked out just fine for us. We loved the porch and the big back yard-perfect for the little grandkids who visited for a day. The cottage sits in the middle of the most beautiful neighborhood on the big lake by far, we took long walks every day both on the beach and along Lakeshore Drive. Highly recommend for families.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 June 2021

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

Spectacular Views and Historic Charm

We had a wonderful trip visiting Michigan. The cottage was in the perfect location to enjoy the lake and be close to restaurants and shopping. The owners were very informative and always answered questions quickly. It is a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty around you.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ryan G., Chicago, IL

10 June 2021

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

Perfect Location

Really enjoyed our stay here! A true lake cottage. The location right across the street from the lake and short drive to downtown was great. Would consider staying again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

26 Oct 2020

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

What a fabulous family cottage

What a fabulous family cottage. It was the end of the season and so some unexpected difficulties arose. The owner was amazing in rectifying the situation and we will return.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

14 Sept 2020

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Great stay! We will be back!

We had a wonderful stay! This cottage is absolutely perfect for family vacations and has everything you need! Thank you for everything, and we will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David P.

9 Sept 2020

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

An August week at the lake.

Lovely old house with plenty of bedrooms. Comfortable, casual, nothing fancy but all my family needed for a week at the beach. Short walk to the path down to the beach. Unfortunately a lot of erosion this year so not a big beach, but plenty for a couple of little grandkids to be able to play in the sand and have some fun. Nice neighborhood for evening walks and sunset views. Short drive to downtown Saugatauk for shopping and a day out. Good family spot, we will book again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

28 July 2020

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Great stay

Great cottage and location, will be back again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S., west lafayette. In

11 Oct 2019

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

Beautiful Historic Home

We enjoyed the Tea Room on Lake Shore Dr. Great location, very close to Douglas Beach and other things. Great walking/biking neighborhood. This is an old historic home with the quirks and charm of older homes. They have clearly done work to upgrade the comfort. The sheets and towels are very nice, beds are comfortable. It is well equipped with essentials for comfort. It was too cool to use the porch much but it's a great screened porch. Deer regularly cross the yard. Renters may want to be aware there is no hairdryer (not on listing) and that the grill is charcoal, not gas. Neither of these were a problem for us. I would rent this home again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Owner/ Sue Williams/Michelle La Very

I grew up in Chicago and went to Douglas every summer. Lots of relatives came up from St. Louis. Actually my great Aunts had about 5 cottage along the Lake Shore. I married and moved to Colorado but still went every summer and took my 3 boys. it was and still is a great place for family vacations.