A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Butler Street
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Balcony or patio
Toys
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Explore the area
Saugatuck, MI
Butler Street
Place, Butler Street
2 min walk
Wicks Park
Place, Wicks Park
3 min walk
Saugatuck Center For the Arts
Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
8 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Common Space
2 Double Sofa Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!
Welcome to Frances Cottage
Frances Cottage is in the ideal location in Saugatuck; right on the hill, and within walking distance to downtown. This cottage comfortably accommodates 12. This home features a large kitchen, dining room, & two living areas. Offering plenty of living space to accommodate your family's needs while being very close to the attractions, restaurants, and galleries of Saugatuck and Douglas. The indoor space is not the only thing to brag about, the backyard offers a large patio with a seating area, firepit, and grill. This vacation home is perfect for families or friends getaway.
INSIDE THE HOME Located on the main floor are both living areas, a dining room, a large open kitchen, two bedrooms with queen size beds in each, and two full bathrooms. Additionally, there is a sleeper sofa and futon in the living areas if needed. The other two bedrooms are located upstairs, one being a queen size and the second contains a twin and double size bed. The kitchen is well equipped with the basics including a coffee bar, if there is anything specific you may need please ask.
SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS This vacation rental sleeps 10 guests. Main Floor Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed Main Floor Bedroom 2 - Full Bed Upstairs Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed Upstairs Bedroom 4 - Queen Bed and Twin Bed
THE LOCATION Want to be in the hustle bustle, but still have your piece and quiet? Frances Cottage is the place for you. Located just on top of "the hill" downtown Saugatuck is a 5 minute walk away. Oval beach is a 10 minute drive, unless you are a true walker and want to take the chain ferry across the river.
Have an even larger group? Frances Cottage is almost directly across from Call Me Frances who sleeps 14. These two homes are intended to be rented separately.
**Please note: Before booking, it is your responsibility to ensure that this property will accommodate the number of guests booked. Call us, or send us a message if you have any doubts as to whether this is the right property for your group BEFORE you book - we are happy to clarify any questions to ensure you are arriving to a home that meets your needs - thank you!
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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
About the area
Saugatuck
Located on a river, this holiday home is in Downtown Saugatuck, a neighbourhood in Saugatuck. Dutch Village is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Saugatuck Center For the Arts, or check out an event or a game at DeWitt Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging.
All Saints' Episcopal Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Amazwi Contemporary Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Holland Station - 16 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
The Grill @ Clearbrook - 3 min drive
The Butler - 9 min walk
Pennyroyal Cafe - 3 min drive
Uncommon Coffee Roasters - 7 min walk
The Mitten Brewing Company - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! on 4 October 2026 start from NZ$1,076, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Frances Cottage - Walking distance to downtown Saugatuck! Large backyard! located?
This family-friendly Saugatuck holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Street, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Kalamazoo Lake and All Saints' Episcopal Church are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location, very clean and thoughtful details through out! They made it incredibly easy to access information about the rental and excellent communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. We greatly appreciate it. It is such an old-school cute cottage in an amazing location. We always get great feedback about it. Hopefully, we can host you again. The Jaqua Vacation Rental Team
This house has a large living space for gathering. We found everything we needed in the kitchen and we enjoyed the fire pit out back. It's in a great location for walking to bars, restaurants and shops.
Jane S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you for the lovely review. Frances Cottage is a great property and in a great location. It is one of our more popular properties in our rental program. We would love to host you again. Best, Anne and The Jaqua Vacation Rental Team
The location, the house itself, with its many bedrooms and two bathrooms were perfect for our needs! It was a perfect spot for our mini college reunion! The house was clean and everything was as advertised. Thank you for making our stay memorable!
We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is great- a short walk from town and quick drive to other attractions. I highly recommend this area for families.
Kasey R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
Hi Kasey,
thank you so much for staying with us....we are glad you enjoyed it! We would love to host you again. Anne
Celebrating Grandma’s 81 birthday with friends, nieces, sisters! It was a great location, very nice house and close walk to town, would definitely stay here again,
Laura M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Hi Laura,
Thank you so very much for the lovely review, we greatly appreciate it. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you, The Jaqua Vacation Rental Team
Francis cottage was a oerfect location for our stay. Within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. The place was very clean and suitable for 8 women. Loved having a fire pit and fire wood to burn for a chilly might.Would absolutely stay here again!
Location was perfect to downtown and wedding venue. Very nice and quaint neighborhood. Older home and interesting layout; bathrooms in odd locations, but decent & clean. Could use some extra blankets in bedrooms and family rooms.
tami s.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Hello Tami,
Thank you for your nice review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and have already reached out to the homeowners regarding some blankets and throws. Hopefully, we can host you again in the future. Best, Anne
Perfect house for families who want to walk to town, fix family meals in a large kitchen, or spend the day at the beach and clean up in the tub or shower! The house was even better than expected and we would definitely visit again!
We had a wonderful time! We had 12 ladies stay in the house and there was everything we needed including tons of towels and extra blankets and pillows. The location was a perfect walk to town.
We will be staying here again. Friendly host and had things you need on a day to day basis while on vacation like shampoo, soap, laundry pods, etc. They were outstanding, anytime I had a question or issue they responded in a few minutes. The location of this specific property was great. One minute walk from downtown Saugatuck and a couple minute drive to many beaches it had everything we could want. Spent most of our time wandering around Saugatuck, visiting coffee shops, parks, and local marina. It was a great experience all around.
Walkable to town, big open kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating for the whole group. Cons: no second floor bathroom, no AC/not working if you are there in a heat wave. Fortunately weather was mild.
Joe B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Hi Joe,
The heating and cooling is controlled by a "nest" system and we did not realize it was not functioning properly. There is definitely A/C. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your stay otherwise....
Very comfortable with a great location , adequate parking, comfortable beds , a well equipped kitchen with good , newer appliances and a good ice maker. There were enough towels toilet paper and soap as well as garbage bags . The TVs were good and conveniently located . The wifi was good . We came for a family party at another location . All our needs were met .
Nice cottage for a group of friends and great management company
Enjoyed the house. It’s a good size for 8 people. The fire pit in the back was a hit with our group. Awesome central location to Saugatuck.
The management company was very commutative from start to finish. We had a small plumbing issue and I was kept in the loop about it being revolved. I very much enjoyed the texting communication channel and also the email details of happenings in the area.
Would stay here again when traveling with a group of friends.
Great location within walking distance of downtown Saugatuck. House is a well-maintained century home. Very well-equipped with a nice back yard featuring a deck and patio with a nice fire pit. Kitchen had everything a family needed to prepare meals. Bathrooms were clean and very functional for an active family. Bedrooms were comfortable. Driveway easily accommodated three cars. Was on the Fourth of July parade route! Lots of fun for the kids. Plan to rent again.
Kelly O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jaqua Realtors - Saugatuck
Premier Host
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