Open Concept Cottage

Duneside Retreat is ready to welcome up to 8 guests and is perfect for a cozy getaway. This modern, open concept home is located on the border of Saugatuck/Douglas, just north of the historic Root Beer Barrel and on the way to Oval Beach. Enjoy the large kitchen island with quartz countertops and a walk in pantry. Revel in the numerous places to lounge throughout the home. Relax on the covered porch area or by the crackling fire. Come join us in Saugatuck/Douglas!
Immerse yourself in the best of Michigan's lakeshore at this Upscale Lakeshore vacation home. Our team has curated a collection of exceptional products from a few of our favorite local businesses to enhance your stay. Indulge in the luxury of Bondi Salon's hair products, elevate your culinary experiences with Fustini's olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and start your mornings right with our own custom blend of aromatic coffee from Uncommon Coffee Roasters.

Our rentals are equipped with all the basic cooking essentials you'll need for a seamless cooking experience. Including pots and pans, utensils, a wide array of spices and seasonings and more. Whip up your favorite recipes, experiment with new local flavors, and savor the joy of cooking in the comfort of your home away from home.

Bring your furry friends along on your next vacation! Please let us know in advance if you're bringing your pets with you. We happily welcome up to two dogs on our premises. A dog guest fee charge of $145 will apply (emotional support included and feline friends are prohibited). I know we mentioned wanting to make this friendlier let me know if this works?

For summer bookings, check-ins may be required Monday through Friday. If you have any issues booking, please reach out to us directly at Upscale Lakeshore, West Michigan.

Outdoor furniture may be winterized from December - May.

All Upscale Lakeshore vacation rentals follow local and state tax rules. Your booking will include applicable taxes, a cleaning fee along with a safety and damage protection policy. We want to ensure the safety and security of our guests and properties. When you book a vacation home with us, you will be required to sign a rental agreement after booking along with completing a verification process. To complete the verification, you will be contacted via email and/or text message. Please be sure to complete this before your arrival, so we can confirm your reservation.

Please review our cancellation policy from our rental agreement below as our cancellation policy varies ever so slightly from those on some booking platforms. Our rental agreement is included prior to completing your reservation and will supersede the cancellation policies listed on some booking sites.

Cancellation Policy: We hope you will not need to cancel your time away, but in the event that you do the following terms will apply. Please note there is a non-refundable credit card processing fee.

-100% refund (MINUS the non-refundable credit card processing fee) if you cancel within 30 days prior to check-in

-50% refund (MINUS the non-refundable credit card processing fee) if you cancel between 7 to 30 days prior to check-in

-No refund if you cancel within 7 days of check-in

We recommend securing travel insurance to protect your investment should you need to cancel your reservation outside of the allotted window or due to inclement weather or any other factor.
This charming modern one-story home is an Upscale Lakeshore Vacation Property. The team of hospitality members are here for you when you need us most. We will be available via text, email, and through any booking platform.

This modern bungalow retreat is located just a 3 minute drive or 10 minute bike ride into downtown Douglas and downtown Saugatuck. Enjoy strolling Center Street and hitting all the restaurants and shops these quaint towns have to offer. From Douglas' famous antique shops to locally roasted coffee, jam and jelly shops. There is no shortage of fabulous places to ignite the senses. After spending a day checking out the neighborhood, take a nice walk to hop on the Saugatuck Chain Ferry. In service since 1838, this little boat is chain pulled across the Kalamazoo River and plops you right in the heart of Saugatuck. With this towns huge art scene, boasting various art festivals throughout the summer season, you are sure to find a treasure for you or a loved one back home. Saugatuck allows open container in the "social district" off Butler and Water Streets. Enjoy a beverage from one of the local watering holes and feel free to bring it with you as you walk the riverfront.

You'll find a more detailed list of tried and true local recommendations upon check in.
You will have access to the entire property including the guest cottage. With our keyless entry, you can enjoy a flexible check-in any time after the designated check-in time on your arrival date and guests can conveniently gain access via the smart lock.

Check-in Time - 4:00 pm
Check-out Time - 10:00 am

Duneside Retreat is where comfort meets simplicity in the beautiful Michigan beachtowns of Saugatuck/Douglas. Savor the mornings with a steaming cup of coffee on the inviting front porch and let the evenings unfold with the warmth of a crackling fire.

House Layout

Main Level:
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Room with fireplace and television
Laundry Area
King Bedroom with twin trundle and ensuite bath
Queen Bedroom with pull out twin bed
Queen Bedroom
Full Bathroom

Outdoor Space:
Spacious yard with grill, back deck and bonfire pit

Parking:
Duneside Retreat offers parking for up to 6 cars. There is two parking spots available in the garage and four in the driveway.
A number of local transit options are available in the Saugatuck/Douglas area.

Take the Interurban, an on-call public transportation service that services Saugatuck/Douglas/Fennville.

If you feel like a 15-minute walk head to Downtown Douglas to the Saugatuck Chain Ferry which takes you across the Kalamazoo River and drops you in Downtown Saugatuck. Fares are $2/person each way.