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Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown!

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Saugatuck Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 1,200 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Living Room | Historic Building | Free WiFi | Central Heat & A/C
Apartment Exterior | Building Parking Lot
Serenity Room | Loft | Massage Table
Dining Area | Main Floor

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Saugatuck, Michigan
  • Butler Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (Studio Bedroom)

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown!

Walkable Downtown Location | Historic Building | < 1 Mi to Oval Beach

Experience small-town America for your next getaway to Saugatuck — where historic charm meets modern comforts! During your stay at this 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental, you'll be just steps from the picturesque town's best shopping, restaurants, bars, art galleries, and parks. The apartment also offers unrivaled access to Oval Beach, chosen by Travel Magazine as one of the 25 best shorelines in the world.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2 (Studio): 1 full bed
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING:
- Flat-screen TV, gas fireplace
- Custom bookshelf
- Lofted sleeping space w/ sitting area
- Lounge space w/ massage table

KITCHENETTE
- Refrigerator, hot plate, microwave
- Coffee maker, toaster oven, dishware & flatware

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heat & A/C, ceiling fans
- Iron/board, linnes & towels

ACCESSIBILITY
- 1 step required to enter, interior stairs required to access kitchenette, living area & loft
- Bedroom/bathroom on 1st floor
- 3-level apartment

PARKING
- Shared parking lot (open parking)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walk to downtown shops, restaurants & parks
- Voted by Travel Magazine as one of America’s 11 Great Beach Towns
- Day trip to Grand Rapids & Kalamazoo
- 45 miles to Gerald R. Ford International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- This 3-level apartment requires 1 step to enter. While there is a bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor, an interior staircase is required to access the kitchenette. living area, and loft located on the 2nd and 3rd floor

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

About the area

Saugatuck

Located in Saugatuck, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Holland Community Aquatic Center and Forever Curious Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Saugatuck, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 13 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 17 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The BARge - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Saugatuck Retreat in Historic Downtown! located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Wicks Park and Kalamazoo Lake are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 159 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jv C.

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

Great location

Quaint residence with plenty of room for our family of 5 who are all used to having plenty of space. Excellent location in prime downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Super cute!

Love the vintage decor. Great location for Saugatuck siteseeing. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue x.

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

Why you should stay here

A centrally located property in Downtown Saugatuck. This place is tidy and has everything you need for your stay. A full size fridge comes in handy with storing your beverages and leftovers ! The property manager is accessible if need be. Beds are comfortable and the showers are like home. Downstairs is The Butler Pantry for your coffee if you forgot to bring your own. You don't need to move your car since you can walk to most places. This place was just like described and we were fortunate to find this gem ! We will definitely want to come back and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Great Loft

We have stayed here several times. Great loft looking over Butler. Walk to everything. Very relaxing, and the history of the building and lots of items inside the loft are really interesting. Good communication with management.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Girls weekend

We had a wonderful time. The Interurban is a great way to get around if you don’t want to drive. We went for a hike, shopped, had amazing food, relaxed and even went to the comedy den at Coral Gables. The apartment was everything we needed!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison V.

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

This place is quirky and cozy and close to everything. It was just what we needed for a quiet getaway out of the city. While it could probably use a deep clean, my family and I loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett A.

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

Just what we needed

Great location! We could walk everywhere. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Christopher

Great Location - Interesting Layout

This is a beautiful building in an excellent location in the heart of Saugatuck. There's a great little shop in the ground floor as well.The loft is very comfortable, clean, and well maintained. The living area is bright and roomy and was great for spending an afternoon with family as a respite in the air conditioning during the hottest part of the day or during a rainstorm.The unit is entirely on the upper level as well, so if you have a stroller or heavy bags to bring along, be advised that it's a hike up the stairs.The kitchen is kind of DIY-ish and there is no dishwasher, so it's not great for doing your own cooking for a longer stay.My only issue with this property is the logistics of the bathrooms and sleeping arrangements. We needed three beds, one of which was the sleeper sofa in the living room. However, the living room windows did not have blinds, so it felt a little strange from a privacy perspective, and it got really bright and sunny really early in the morning. Additionally, the only bathroom on the main level is only accessible through the master bedroom. There is another bathroom up in the loft, and as such both bathrooms are slightly inconvenient for different reasons. In summary, it's a neat place, but just be aware of the logistical limitations.

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Location Location

The old hardware store apartment was in the middle of everything Saugatuck has to offer. Very unique and spacious. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Great Location!

Very comfortable and you can’t beat the location! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Best Location in Downtown Saugatuck

Fantastic location for exploring Saugatuck. Love the history of the apartment and space to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Conveniently locates

This was our first time in Saugatuck and the rental was very convenient for walking to all the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

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

Enjoyable visit

My friends and I enjoyed our stay at this property. It had a very different vibe to it then the places I normally stay, and it was enjoyable for a change. It is so close to everything. There is even a pickle ball/tennis court On the other side of the parking lot, so bring your rackets
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great location

Perfect location in a cool historical building. Walkable to anyplace downtown. Lots of sleeping options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

amy s.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Needs a deep clean

The pictures online portray this space as being well lit and clean. It was neither of those. The dust in the upstairs bathroom as well as a long baseboards and just in the general areas was very thick. We thought we could sleep three comfortably in here with one using the pull out bed. The pull out, however, had stains all over the sheets and was nothing but springs to sleep on. One of us ended up sleeping on the upstairs couch. It is not a pull out. The upstairs shower had mold on the floor as well as on the curtain. I would not recommend this for anyone who has allergies or anyone who likes their area to be clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adreana T.

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

Great Stay

Great location and beautiful VRBO. Highly recommend for a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Perfect location and amenities!

I don’t think we had one complaint! Perfect location with the ability to walk to everything! Very charming and well equipped. You will not be disappointed with this home away from home! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Great getaway

Place was adorable and perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P., Orland Park, IL, USA

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

Great Stay!

We have been here several times. Really fun loft overlooking Butler Street. Lots to watch, walk to everything, and very relaxing. And the management is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA S.

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

Great Location - Fun Spot to Stay

We enjoyed this charming historic hardware building - it was fun to stay here so close to shops. It felt “homey” & we loved the decor with the antique tools and other objects. The Butler Pantry downstairs was a great first stop for coffee in the morning and last stop for cookies in the evening. If you have a hard time with stairs, that would be your only barrier to enjoying this location - 21 stairs to get to the apartment upstairs - for us, it was okay and worth the climb to stay somewhere a little different. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is very well located. Bike rental store is at the same address...we took a leisurely ride to the beach. Easy walk to downtown restaurants and shopping. Power in Saugatuck went out for a few hours our last night. I reached out to the local contact, but there were no flashlights or emergency lighting available on the property. We weren't too inconvenienced...managed with our phone lights. Would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

mindy s.

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

Family trip

Loved our stay. The property is truly unique. It is in a perfect location to walk to the great shops and restraunts downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Diana U.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Terrible Stay

Once we Arrived, the Air Condition in the Unit was Broke in the Rental. This is a very old space located on the 2nd floor, and it was 85 degrees inside with no air circulation. The fans that were left to help were old and full of Dust. Only 4 windows in the whole unit even open, so it was like an oven. We contacted them to let them know that this was not safe for our kids seeing my one daughter has asthma and they said there was nothing they could do to help. To make matters worse, they then were painting the exterior or the building and paint fumes were then coming into the space. It was terrible and nobody from contact list offered any bit of help during this terrible stay. We had no choice but to leave and find another space. Hopefully they will now do the right thing and refund the money. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ W.

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

Great location

Bigger than I thought. Very impressive. 5 stars! Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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