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Saugatuck Historic Home | Two Kitchens, Bikes

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A house with a sloped roof, a deck, and a small front yard.
A staircase with wooden balusters, a bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a checkered armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms244 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Saugatuck

This holiday home places you in the centre of Saugatuck, within a short 5-minute stroll of Kalamazoo Lake and Kalamazoo River. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. .Near this Saugatuck holiday home, you'll find Oval Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Butler Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Saugatuck Chain Ferry - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Noble Twist - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The BARge - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Saugatuck Historic Home | Two Kitchens, Bikes

Summary:
Built in 1834 as a farmhouse, this 4-bedroom historic home in Saugatuck is a 3.3 mile drive to Douglas Beach Park on Lake Michigan. Cook in two kitchens, one on each floor, gather by the wood-burning fireplace, and spend evenings around the fire pit on the shaded deck. Sleeps 10 with 6 bikes and a driveway for up to 8 cars, so big groups and families can explore together.

The Space:
At a Glance:
• 4 BR / 2 BA · Sleeps 10
• Beds: King (primary), King, Queen, Full, 2 Twins (fold-out and roll-out)
• Two kitchens, one on each floor
• 3.3 mile drive to Douglas Beach Park
• 4 adult and 2 kids' bikes · Fire pit · Gas grill
• Washing machine & dryer · Driveway for up to 8 cars

The Home:
The Elizabeth House was built in 1834 as a farmhouse, with original attic dormers and later 20th-century additions. There are two kitchens, one on each floor, plus a formal dining room for 6 and kitchen counter seating for 4. The living room has vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace and a TV.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms:
Bedrooms are on both floors. The primary bedroom has a king bed, a second bedroom has a king bed, a third has a queen bed and a fourth has a full bed. A twin fold-out bed in the upstairs kitchen and a twin roll-out bed add sleeping space for 2 more.

Outdoor Living:
A large wooden deck shaded by mature trees is set up for morning coffee and dinner outside, with a round table for 5 under an umbrella and 2 comfortable chairs. The fire pit has seating for 5, and there is a gas grill in back. The yard has room for badminton, football and volleyball.

Included for Your Stay:
Beach: 4 beach chairs and 2 coolers.
Bikes: 4 adult bikes, 2 children's bikes, a tire pump and a key bike lock.
Kitchen extras: mixer, toaster oven, toaster, blender, tea kettle, drip coffee maker with grinder, and fridge water and ice.

Location:
The home is in Saugatuck, close to city centre galleries, shops and restaurants and the Kalamazoo River. Douglas Beach Park is a 3.3 mile drive, and Oval Beach, Mount Baldhead and the Saugatuck Chain Ferry are all nearby.

The Important Details:
• Self check-in with a smart lock.
• Pets: no pets of any kind.
• Parking: a long single-width driveway fits up to 8 cars. The garage is not available for parking.

To give our guests flexibility and peace of mind, we offer two ways to cover accidental damage during your stay. Choose either a $50 non-refundable damage fee or a $1,000 refundable hold. This payment is collected after booking and before check-in.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,625 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

• Furnishings: Please do not rearrange the furniture • Damage: Please report any damage or malfunction to the host right away so that we can repair...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining?

The closest beach to Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining is Oval Beach (1.7 km).

Does Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining?

No, Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Historic Saugatuck -Walk to Lake, Shops and Dining?

There isn't one on site, but Clearbrook Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

Saugatuck Historic Home | Two Kitchens, Bikes Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 197 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall it was a great stay. Mike Z rentals always responded quickly and helped when we needed them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House as described- not their fault, but the power went out for a few hours because of a storm which put a damper on the trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house to stay in very clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
property was as listed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place especially the layout of the house.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures of this place don't do it justice. Very cute, cozy historical home. The fireplace in the living room was great for our November stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to everything. Town had shuttles that were very cheap. Will stay here without hesitation again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful overnight stay for student leaders on retreat. Plenty of bathrooms and beds and spaces to play games.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Elizabeth House was very nice, very clean. Big house 5 of us ladies stayed there. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to every thing we wanted to do and see. Beautiful home, clean comfortable.A great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Saugatuck Stay

Enjoyed the stay and home. Owner very responsive and was sincere in making us feel welcomed in lovely location. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything you could ever want in a secluded oasis. The place was very clean and had every amenity you can think of. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and yard, excellent location!! Would definitely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms. Host communicated quickly and was very easy to work with. Fireplace was awesome to sit by and talk with family. The kitchen was well stocked with every pot, pan, and gadget we needed foe the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with an amazing location! We were able to walk to downtown Saugatuck to do some shopping and dinner. The house was very clean and had plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and helpful host!

JMK was great! He was easily communicative and so helpful. Absolutely recommend! An extra perk is how well decorated the home is :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property

We had a blast on a girls getaway. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in Saugatuck

It was a nice place to stay while we had Christmas at my sisters.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family girls weekend

It was nice to all stay together and be able to unwind and relax after long days of sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Trip

We booked this for a lowkey girls trip and the place was super cute and nice and a perfect place for our group.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding night stay

Elizabeth house is a charming historical home right in beautiful Saugatuck. It was the perfect choice for a one night stay after our cousin's wedding.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Girls stay. House had a lot of history and character.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025