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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11163.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups

Generations

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Generations is the perfect spot for families or a large group of friends to get away and enjoy some quality time together. The house is decorated with a personal touch and will make you feel right at home. Whip up a hearty meal in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy some laughs and a glass of wine in the dining room or in the summer months out on the back patio! A gas grill is available for use to create some great summer barbeque memories! The lofted room is a great spot for the kids to play and spend the night to give the adults some quiet time.

What's nearby:
Located right near the water, you'll be only .7 miles away from Douglas Beach and just one block away you'll be at Lakeshore Drive's bluff-top view of Lake Michigan! If you're looking to switch up the pace of your trip, downtown Saugatuck is just under three miles away. Here you can find plenty of lakeside restaurants, shops, and other entertainment. You won't want to miss the historic former inn turned restaurant, The Butler, which has some of the top reviews in the area!

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Saugatuck Center For the Arts and Express Yourself Art Barn are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Butler Street - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mitten Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups?

As of 17 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups on 7 March 2027 start from NZ$569, 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 Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious home under a mile to Douglas Beach Great for families or groups located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Saugatuck Chain Ferry and Wicks Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Nice Rental

Spacious house, lovely yard within easy walking distance of family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Abby L.

Great Location that Needs Love

The location to Douglas City Beach was a perfect little walk/quick drive away. The yard had all sorts of wildlife. The house has good space and lots of beds … but it is all probably in need of some love and repairs.
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica H.

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

Lake MI Vacation

The house is older and due for updating. However, all the appliances are in good working order and the kitchen/dining area is very spacious. Nice quiet area with trees. We enjoyed seeing deer in the yard. Walkable to Douglas Beach and a short drive to Oval Beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Generations feels like home .

We have stayed at generations many times but have not stayed there in a few years . Felt good to get back. The deck and kitchen are the great for our family . I think maybe a few new mattresses . It wasn’t as clean as I had hoped considering COVID . I cleaned both bathrooms right away , the door frames in both bathrooms had dirt on them I sprayed cleaner on them and they were clean . The floors may not have been swept , lots of sand on the floor And the couch in The family room . We were overall very happy there . The printed check out info says turn air to 60 I think that couldn’t be right .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kristin S.

Fun Week, great location

The house was great. Lots of bedrooms, big tv room, beautiful backyard and super close to the beach. Huge kitchen. Only a few things that could use some TLC- the washing machine was missing a part so a part of the machine would not stay in place. You could only do heavy loads to weigh the part down. I texted the local Vacasa person, but never got a response. There were lots of bugs in the attic room- almost like the housekeeper didn't clean thoroughly before we came. It wasn't a huge issue but my teens were a little squeamish. It's an attic space so it was not unexpected, but maybe just needed a more detailed vacuum upstairs. Otherwise, we had a fabulous time and would rent this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diane B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Hot Stay

The house was situated in a nice wooded area - a family of deer were regularly spotted nearby. It was spacious and it was nice to see that the property could support similar number of guests for dining and leisure as well as sleep. The house itself is a bit worn looking, tired 1970's decor, with some inoperable windows & blinds and holes in the screens. BUT this all could have been overlooked if only the A/C was working. Sleeping in hot 80 degree, humid bedrooms was impossible. See note about holes on screens. We did not use the upstairs room - suffocating! Vacasa was notified shortly after checking in of the situation. We asked for fans. No fans came. They offered a discount of 10%, which I have yet to see. And on reflection, too paltry of a sum to make up for the missed sleep. Luckily it was only a 3 night stay. The weather was in the low 80's while we were there - so not during a heat wave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Matt S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location but terrible management

I’ll start by saying the location is great! That’s about the only great experience of this place! The home is a little run down and has a few broken things inside! Shower drain was clogged with hair! Ceiling in the kitchen has what looks like water damage and mold and it’s flaking off! Checked in and the house was 80 degrees, figured maybe they just turned the air on before check in so we gave it an hour to start cooling down! Instead it went up to 82 degrees! I called Vacasa and told them the issue and they said they would get ahold of the local manager and have the air resolved! ** after reading the latest review it’s apparent that the AIR WASNT WORKING FOR THE PREVIOUS GUEST AND THEY NEVER FIXED IT! Called Vacasa help line numerous times throughout the evening and it was the same routine, they would say can I put you on hold while I try to reach the local manager! I’d sit on hold for 15-20 minutes and they would come back on the line and say, “we can’t reach the local manager but a ticket has been created to get the air fixed”! The home got up to 86 degrees! Half the windows wont open! Woke up the next morning and drove to the local vacas office! Knocked on the door and no one answered! There’s a number on the door you can call to reach them so I called and no answer! I proceeded to call atleast 10 times and the manager never once answered or returned my call! Called Vacasa help line again and it was the same routine!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Excellent location

Loved the floor plan for family and location of property to town and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lexi Z.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

The place was great. A lot of separate bedrooms for each guest to have privacy but lots of common spaces to gather in groups. We were able to all eat at the table together for dinner for 8 people. The place was clean and spacious and the deck and backyard looked great although we didn’t use them due to the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

cathy k.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Finding properties without a lot of stairs or no stairs is pretty hard. This property met that need and offered everyone their own room. The beds were comfortable and the house is furnished nicely. The location was perfect - woody area and super close to Saugatuck. We enjoyed having hot dogs at the Rootbeer Barrel down the street. We were not able to use the outside deck due to a nasty nest of carpenter bees. They were swarming all over. It looked nice, although in need of a bit of TLC, and we got to see deer feeding in the yard. The house was pretty clean, except for the chairs in the dining room. Not sure when the last time they were given a really good cleaning. We tried sitting in the living room but no one ever buys sofa beds for their comfort so we quickly switched to the kitchen. The linens and towels were all in good shape and nice - not thin and tiny. There are two bathrooms on the main level - one is quite tiny but usable with a bathtub. I would recommend the owners install some grab bars to make it easier to get in an out of the tubs. But then I'm 65 and want to make sure I don't fall. It's not an issue for the younger crowd. The front porch steps could use a coat of paint and possible replacement of a couple of boards, but entry into the house is only three steps. It's a roomy house and the outdoor space would make it great for a group with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

Great place for a family stay

Generations was a great place for our family to stay during a long weekend trip to Douglass/Saugatuck. It was a nice halfway point for folks from Chicago and Detroit. For 7 adults and 2 kids there was plenty of room for everyone. The best part was the large kitchen and dining area where everyone congregated. Very close to Oval Beach and downtown Saugatuck to spend the days and short half mile walk to Douglass beach to view the beautiful sunsets. The big deck with 2 patio tables, string lights, grill, and firepit all added to the wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cookie B.

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

Bridesmaids retreat

This house was perfect for our purposes. It was great place for my daughters wedding party to stay and for the girls to get ready for the day. Beautiful back yard, large kitchen and charming gathering rooms were great for pictures. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cori V.

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

Great stay...

Comfortable house with all the amenities needed. Enjoyed our time just unwinding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macie L.

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

Ladies weekend

We stayed here for a ladies weekend and spent one day out wine tasting. The house is in a great location and was close to the wineries in the area. We loved how many beds were there and was surprised by how big the house actually was. Plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lydia B.

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

Great spot for vacationing!

We loved our trip to this great getaway house. Cute house, lots of space. Kitchen is definitely the main hang out spot. Great yard too. We loved that it was walking distance to Douglas beach although the beach was closed during our stay. The listing also mentions an outdoor fire pit which was not present. And the indoor fireplace was not functional either. Also it appeared the people staying before us didn’t know the no smoking rule, there were several cigarette butts on the back deck. Aside from a few small things it was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

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

Great Location!

Beautiful setting, close to lake Michigan, downtown Douglas and downtown Saugatuck! This was our first time to this area and we loved the variety of family friendly things to do! Very quiet and peaceful area. We were astounded by the mature trees and hills everywhere, right off of lake Michigan! So neat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meegan W.

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

Just what we needed!

We had a wonderful weekend spent in this home! We enjoyed the deck, the fire pit and large back yard while we were there. It is located in a lovely little neighborhood that was a short drive to Oval Beach and town. The house is laid out a little strangely, but it worked fine for our family. It was our first weekend traveling anywhere since COVID-19 locked us all down and, like the title says, it was just what we needed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tim G.

Great spot!

We enjoyed this cozy little spot as it was prefectly located to access all the activities of the area. The house was large enough for our group and the spacious backyard was perfect for the kids in the evenings. The grill is brand-new and worked wonderfully for our dinners in due to pressures of Covid. A few pots and pans could be refreshed but got the job done. Over-all, a great spot with plenty of room to stretch out and relax. Very clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayle C.

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

Delighted with Douglas

The Holland MI area was great for a family vacation. It provided the beach, hiking and breweries - important to this family. The house gave us the space we needed and was close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Perfect for families

We enjoyed our stay at this home. Ideal for larger groups and families. We cooked on the grill and used the fire pit often. Good amount of space to relax. Unfortunately Douglas beach was closed but we went oval beach often. The oval beach was a short 5 min quick drive. We loved oval beach- not too crowded and water was great. Everything was within driving distance for us, including activities and the shopping. Would recommend if you coming with kids, a great house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

david b.

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

Shovel

No snow shovel made available and with several inches of snow it made it challenging going up down steps. It would be great to have a shoval to clear the sidewalks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We rent this house for a friend's birthday celebration and it was perfect. Lots of space, great y...

We rent this house for a friend's birthday celebration and it was perfect. Lots of space, great yard, open kitchen, and close to the beach. Our kids loved the loft area with the single beds and the adults appreciated the peaceful back porch and yard.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Geiger ..

Quiet and well located

Beautiful house a short walk to the beach. Woke up to deer in the backyard. Very clean!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paige Martin ..

AWESOME HOUSE!

I was pleasantly surprised at how much bigger this home is! I walked through the front door (not really knowing what to expect) and was so happy to see that all of the bedrooms were on the main floor and the upstairs had 4 beds as well! The back yard and kitchen is where we spent most of our time and we had plenty of space and felt very relaxed! Super close to the beach and town! The kitchen was STOCKED with pretty much any and all dishes you'd ever need. Plenty of silverware, cups, counter space, etc. Also, I was running late and the management company was SO easy going and were super easy to work with!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Mullaugh ..

McVea Away was Great!

My family (5 adults, 5 children) enjoyed everything about the rental on McVea St in Douglas, MI. The house was able to handle anything the 10 of us wanted - plenty of wide open rooms inside & delightful, flat backyard and large desk outside. Rental agency was very helpful with directions and add'l information about the area. We plan on a return stay.

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