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The Roost at The Southerner

Riverside cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Living area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Private Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Roost at The Southerner

Adorable pet-friendly cottage within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and all it has to offer. Main room offers a gas fireplace, TV and full kitchen with a pull-out loveseat and space to dine. Queen bed in bedroom, ensuite bath with shower and laundry room. A/C, ceiling fans & shady setting. Private parking and outdoor garden area. Perfect stay for a couple + pets. Be sure to take advantage of the popular restaurant The Southerner right next door. The restaurant can be quite busy in the summer so there's fantastic people watching from your private patio but it ends service at 10pm so no late night noise or commotion.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 68 degrees
Place garbage in The Southerner’s dumpster
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No vaping of any type.

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

About the area

Saugatuck

Located in Saugatuck, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. All Saints' Episcopal Church and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Saugatuck Dunes State Park. 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

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kalamazoo River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Butler Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Roost at The Southerner pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Roost at The Southerner?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Roost at The Southerner?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Roost at The Southerner?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Roost at The Southerner located?

Located in the heart of Saugatuck, this cottage is steps from Kalamazoo River and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo Lake and Butler Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent quaint little place just outside of town. The location is very private and quiet. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host! Coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was very ready for us in all phases, clean, well stocked on linens, kitchenware, thoughtful decor, very good storage, use of space.The appropriately sized gas fireplace is amazing if you like to keep it cool in the bedroom, warm in the main area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic little home for a short getaway, and a short walk from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms, well prepared/well stocked… The new Adirondack chairs - very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost was perfect for our 4 day stay in Saugatuck! The cottage was cozy and very comfortable. We’d definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost at the Southerner is a cute, comfy, clean cottage, cozily nestled in a corner of paradise. It had everything we needed and more, including a heated bathroom floor. We could easily see ourselves living there. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost was Perfect! Clean, cozy and just a few blocks from town so easy walking on sidewalks to get to town. I would stay at The Roost again and would highly recommend it to a couple traveling to this area. The cottage was exactly as described in the listing and we had everything we needed.
The Roost-October 20, 2025
The Roost
Singapore Park area by The Butler restaurant
Park at night
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage and bonus of being so close to The Southerer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The pictures don’t really do The Roost justice. It is a really cute cottage with everything you’ll need. It’s close to all the fun in Saugatuck!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost was clean and well stocked. Enjoyed the outdoor space. Easy walk into town. Many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dawn w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly was a plus! Would like to see patio enclosed though for dogs.Very neat, great location!Loved the Southern restaurant next door as well!
Great kitchen with wine cooler!
Lovely patio area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage - walkable to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki C.

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

Perfect little cottage!

Loved everything about this stay. Close to everything and has everything you need! Cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very fute and clean. Great location! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I (and our doodle) had a lovely stay at the Roost! The Cottage was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. The location is great and downtown is easily accessible on foot or a short car ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Kizewski S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cute cottage with everything we needed. The host was super responsive. We walked to town. There is so much to do. It was very clean and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect-small but everything you need is there! We would come again-we love visiting Michigan
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

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

Great stay

Perfect location. Close to town and beautiful Lake Michigan. Great restaurants and many art galleries. Doe and 2 fawns were close by!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

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

Cute cottage!

We loved staying in this adorable cottage for our babymoon. It was the perfect size and walking distance to the downtown area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was Very clean. Amy was easy to reach and responed quickly, less than 1/2 hour. The Roost is as discribed. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are considering booking this cottage, the answer is YES!!! So cozy, comfortable and immaculate!! We stayed two nights in December with our small dog. I cannot empathize how clean the property was. All the details were well thought out. This included the heated bathroom floor and the heater in the bathroom which provided warmth during our very damp stay. The huge bath towels, high end bath products and great smelling hand soaps were also a bonus. The bed, loveseat and chair were extra comfy as well. Everything is updated and relatively new. It really is a beautiful place. It was quiet and just plain lovely! Book it now!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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