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Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches

Apartment with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Terrace/patio
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Butler Street
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
  • Place, Oval Beach

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches

Large upper level open studio suite with large balcony, huge master bedroom with tile shower and granite counter tops. New build 2020 sleeps 4. Just outside your door is the Nature Preserve park. Located in downtown Saugatuck- walk to all the restaurants, bars, and shops. Walk across the street to the river or take the chain fairy to Oval beach-top 5 most beautiful in the world. Head to Felt Mansion and the state park to hike on huge sand dunes that lead to the most beautiful beaches on lake Michigan with breath taking sunsets.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Saugatuck

Located in Saugatuck, this apartment is in the city centre. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oval Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Grill @ Clearbrook - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The BARge - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nested in a Nature Preserve downtown Saugatuck. Top 10 beaches located?

Located in Downtown Saugatuck, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake, Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Butler Street and All Saints' Episcopal Church are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. Our favorite part was the deck off the main living space. What a lovely place to spend the afternoon reading! We hope to come back next year!! Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The interior space was clean and spacious. It was well-equipped with dishes and cooking materials. It also had indoor games and outdoor beach materials. The balcony was large and allowed for nice morning coffee and evening conversation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Perfect Getaway

Loved Dawn’s place! It was a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen R.

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

Great stay!

Property was very clean! Very close to social district. We enjoyed a nightcap on the deck in comfy chairs! Dawn responded nearly immediately when we had an internet issue and fixed it right away. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great Space

Perfect space for a weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Saugatuck get away

Quaint area, was a good get away. Small apartment but was very clean with everything we needed. Dawn and John were terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

10 STARS!

We absolutely loved our stay at Dawns Vrbo. There are several Vrbo's on Dawns property so it was very convenient for our family as we could rent separate spaces next door to each other. The outdoor setting was beautifully curated and picture perfect with a variety of healthy flowers, places to sit, swinging chairs, lawn games and bird feeders to enjoy the birds. The property had a private and peaceful vibe, especially on our deck which was surrounded by beautiful trees. The indoor spaces were immaculately clean and ours felt brand new. Every detail was thoughtfully considered and aimed to anticipate every possible need of the guest. The amenities were above and beyond of what you would expect to find. It was very clear that Dawn takes being a host very seriously and works hard to take care of her properties and her guests! She was a pleasure to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

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

Exceptional place to stay in Saugatuck

Everything about this unit is incredible--exactly as advertised. Enough cannot be said about how much effort Dawn puts into making sure that everything is clean and prepared for visitors. She goes the extra mile to ensure that visitors have everything they need to enjoy a wonderful stay in Saugatuck. Stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Outstanding property

This property was spotless and so well appointed! It had everything you would need and then some. The king bed was very comfortable and the size of the bedroom was very spacious. The shower is huge and there were wonderful smelling toiletries. The covered porch was wonderful anytime of day but especially delightful in the evening with the lights. Will definitely book this place again! We walked everywhere, close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna F.

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

Wonderful one bedroom unit

I traveled to Saugatuck for a work conference and my husband joined me and worked remotely from the unit. The Lily Pad is exactly as described. For a small space Dawn has done an absolutely amazing job. All of the amenities you need and then some. The location is great as well. You can easily walk downtown and there is a nice walking path behind the complex. Internet service was great for working remotely. The place is absolutely immaculate and Dawn provides higher level amenities such as the bath supplies, unlike other units I have rented. As noted by other reviewers the bed is also really comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

catherine n.

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

Saugatuck

It was a beautiful place and space! Every detail of the rental was in perfect order, clean and met all our needs. We enjoyed the quiet of the upper level with a deck to sit on throughout the day. We especially appreciated the nice and easy walk into town for meals, shopping and exploring. Oval Beach was our go to ($10/day pass) as well as biking and hiking trails. Kayaking was available out of Douglas, but the wind was strong the day we were planning. We chatted with Dawn upon arrival. She was gracious, available and offered suggestions for our needs, but left us to our privacy. We would recommend her place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

AJ R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was amazing! The location was close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoughtful place with everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brenda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about our experience!! We travelled often and by far this is the cleanest place we have ever stayed in. Dawn was an excellent host that thought of everything that you could need during your stay. I have already recommended this to several of our friends who will be traveling in this area. Thanks, Dawn, for being such a wonderful host!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! We were so impressed with the Nature Preserve Cottages. We stayed in the Lilly Pad. It was very clean & comfortable—perfect for a great get-away weekend. The decor was beautiful, and the extra special amenities were so nice. They thought of everything. It’s an easy walk to restaurants & shopping. We plan to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dawn was an exceptional host. Incredibly attentive. The space was comfortable and decorated well! Had everything we needed & more!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jackie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Tastefully decorated. Close to downtown Saugatuck. Had a lot of kitchen amenities if your family was going to cook meals. We had an issue with the bathroom circuit breaker blowing and not being able to reset it. Property manager said it would be fixed the same day, but unfortunately this was not the case and it wasn’t repaired when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, very clean, and great amenities. Very close to downtown with an easy walk to restaurants and shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is wonderful. The decor is beautiful. Everything you could want including beach chairs are there. There is a lovely deck that you can relax on and when you overheat, the air conditioned interior is perfect. If you live cooking, the kitchen is worthy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

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

Lily Pad perfection…

First off, communication with Dawn was the best I’ve ever experienced. I had a few questions and she responded within minutes. When asked, she also gave great recommendations for places to eat and shop. The Lily Pad was immaculate, beautifully decorated, comfortable and had everything you could have wanted for a great stay. The location was great and within a few minutes walk to shops and restaurants. We stopped in South Haven on our way in and enjoyed the quieter Douglas and the busier city of Holland. The beaches were beautiful in both Douglas and Oval Beach, and Dawn had beach towels, 2 beach chairs and some sand toys for little ones. Check out Interurban which is an excellent transport that can pick you up at the driveway and bring you home until 7 pm weekdays and I think later on weekends. It is 1 pp and only 50 cents for seniors each way. At a less busy time it even delivered us right to oval beach and dropped us off right at the gate which was so convenient and avoided the 15 per car fee. ( and it runs all year) We only skimmed the surface of all there is to do in the area, as we only stayed 3 nights. We’ve been to Michigan before and enjoyed each visit, but this is going to be our new favorite spot! We will definitely be back! Until next time, thanks for a great stay Dawn!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jay k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would definitely consider staying here again. The accommodations were great, the unit was spotless and the owner was very responsive. The location of the rental was ideal as well. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

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

Comfortable and thoughtfully furnished

Everything you need is included in this beautiful 1 bedroom loft. Easy access to Holland and South Haven. Nice area for walking.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this space! Quiet and plenty big for the two of us. Easy access to downtown, could walk or drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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