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The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Perfectly located just steps from downtown Douglas. The Postcard cottage is a sun filled bright space with its modern and vintage charm that has everything you might need to make your getaway more enjoyable. This walkable quaint village is the midwest destination for beach lovers and art enthusiasts. Douglas offers some of the best art galleries in west Michigan including just steps away from J. Petter Gallery, wine bar and wine shop with over 400 plus wines, Water Street Gallery, The Button Gallery and more.

Oval beach, with its stunning views, sandy beach and breathtaking sunsets, is known as one of the top 25 beaches in the world by Conde' Nast Travelers, only a short car or bike ride away. Take a stroll or bike ride to Douglas Beach with a paved pathway from the cottage. On your way stop at the iconic Root Beer barrel for a quick lunch served out of a giant root beer barrel building or across the street is the Woosah store and Outside Coffee Co.

This 2 bedroom 1 bath vintage charmer with its white picket fence is an art filled gem with all your modern amenities of today. The Postcard Cottage is a perfect location for a family/group of 4 or a romantic couples getaway.
The well appointed kitchen is stocked full and equipped with stainless steel appliances for your use. There are 2 bedrooms each with queen beds and ample closets/storage. The spacious bathroom is located off the primary bedroom and features a large soaking tub with a fully tiled shower, marble tiled flooring and lighted makeup mirror. There is also a washer and dryer available for your use.

PLEASE NOTE: ACCESS TO THE BATHROOM IS ONLY THROUGH THE PRIMARY BEDROOM.

There is a beautiful large zen like screened in back porch to enjoy your morning cup of coffee with a good book or a glass of wine. In addition there is a sweet front porch with a view of the Kalamazoo River. Take an afternoon stroll through this quaint quiet neighborhood or walk a block away to enjoy a cup of coffee at Respite Cappuccino Court, breakfast at Happy Stance or cocktails at Everyday People among other choices. Also a 1/2 block away is the iconic Back Alley Pizza Joint. Wander just a few blocks away to Wades Bayou, where you can rent a paddle board or kayak and explore Lake Kalamazoo.

One of our favorites is the Farmhouse deli in Douglas, offering everything from house made soup/sandwiches, bakery, salads to prepared meals, perfect to pack a picnic lunch. Also, Saugatuck is just a short walk or bike ride across the bridge with additional boutique shops, eateries and galleries.

Less than a 15 minutes away from Douglas are the best wineries and more including Modales Winery, Fenn Valley Winery, and Virtue Cider. Head over to Cranes Orchard to buy or pick apples, stay for lunch and don't forget a pie flight for dessert. Enjoy a trip to Evergreen Lane Creamery to taste the best local goat cheeses. Also in season enjoy a trip to Summer House Lavender farm with a gift shop full of amazing soaps, essential oils and lavender bouquets.

You and your quest are using our cottage at your own risk. We the owners of this property will not be held responsible for any injuries that occur at this property.

By renting this property you are agreeing to the following terms:

1. No smoking of any substance indoors including vaping.
2. No boats, tents or trailers are allowed on premises.
3. Maximum overnight guests is 4 with no exceptions.
4. No pets are permitted. We love our fur babies, but to provide a comfortable environment for those with allergies, pets are not allowed.
5. Quiet time is after 10:00pm.
6. You are at least 25 years old and will be able to verify with valid identification.
7. Fire works and fire arms are not permitted on the property at all times.
8. You are responsible for any damages/missing items from the home. We reserve the right to charge your credit card on file.

Property manager

Renee Forsyth
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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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
No pets to maintain an allergy free zone.
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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

About the area

Douglas

Located in Douglas, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center 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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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Butler Street - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Oval Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The perfect location! The Postcard Cottage in the heart of downtown Douglas. located?

Located in the heart of Douglas, this holiday home is steps from Beery Field and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo Lake and Water Street Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Great cottage!

This lovely cottage exceeded our expectations! The host gave us a brief tour with recommendations in the area.It is very nicely furnished with incredible attention to detail.Everything you can imagine is provided and while we are older, little kids would love it too.We cant imagine a nicer place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

The best in SW Michigan!

Great location. Very clean and welcoming! Bikes were a nice addition. Fire pit in back yard was a great experience. Screened in porch provides wonderful view.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene P.

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

Great host. Great house. Great location.

Renee has created a real gem in the heart of Douglas-Saugatuck. With so many fun and interesting places to explore in the area, the cottage made for the perfect basecamp. Nice amenities and extras were the cherry on top. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

10/10 Recommend

My family (with young children) really enjoyed our stay here. The house is perfectly suited for families and the walkability is perfect. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

maureen f.

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

Get away

Great location, nice amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

End of summer getaway

This home is beautiful and has so much charm. The location is surrounded by nature, but just steps to downtown shops and restaurants. My family loved having time to cook in that fabulous kitchen and relax on the porch for morning coffee or out back in the evenings. It’s the perfect place to recharge. We hope to stay again. Thank you Renee!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M M.

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

Cute cottage get away

It was a very quaint cottage style home. Very clean and updated. Loved the sunroom…great for meditation! Perfect location to downtown Douglas…we walked to our restaurant the first night. Very close to Saugatuck…maybe five minute drive! Enjoyed our time in Saugatuck. Great place to stay and great host Renee!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Home!

Spotless, great location, beautifully decorated and it was so comfortable, it felt like being at home. Renee is an amazing host. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Perfect stay!

The Postcard Cottage was absolutely charming! Great decor. Spotless. We had a very comfy stay. The host was extremely helpful in giving recommendations for things to do in the area and made us feel right at home. Would love to return with our daughter when we have more time to explore the area. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

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

Perfection!

My husband and I are recent empty nesters who decided to take a short weekend away in the Douglas/Saugatuck area. We were so delighted to find Renee’s Postcard Cottage in the perfect location. She was delightful and even greeted us to hand over the keys. The house was exceptionally clean and filled with every amenity. We especially loved that there were bikes to ride around town so we took advantage and rode down to the Root beer Barrel for some refreshments. Great weekend and cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

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

The best cottage

Renee was an amazing host. The towels, bedding, robes and all amenities were luxury. The house was immaculate and literally 2 min distance from downtown Douglas and 5 min drive to everything. Best stay weve had so far and highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn T.

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

Perfect!

This cottage is a little jewel. From the sparkling clean windows to all the accoutrements for our comfort, it is perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick J.

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

Young family w/ toddler

Where to begin…what a gem!! It is as even better in-person than the listing gives credit for. Perfect location, meticulously curated, thoughtful throughout. Even down to the welcome gift (bottle of wine and new hot wheel car for our toddler) It was our first time visiting Michigan’s western coast, but thanks in part to Renee, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

A true vacation!

My three adult daughters and I stayed at the Postcard Cottage for three nights last week. Renee is an excellent host, communicative and generous. She thought of so many details to make our stay wonderful- from bananas, snacks and bottles of water in the fridge, towels, beach chairs and lists of local restaurants and activities. We slept very well and I found lots of ideas on how to make our own home more welcoming. We will definitely reserve this cottage again when we travel to Douglas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev K.

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

Adorable cottage

We loved the cottage! It was exactly how it was described. The owner had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. She was always available to ask questions about the area and recommend places to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Lovely Home

The property was great, within walking distance to downtown Douglas, very Zen like screen in back porch. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Completely accurate listing

The host provides everything you need to be comfortable: coffee, filters, a selection of tea, "in case you forgot" toiletries, wood for the fire pit, etc. The house is as lovely as the listing depicts, and you can walk to restaurants and shops. The bikes that appear in the photo are actually there to use. Saugatuck is a 10-minute ride away. Renee creates such a peaceful, relaxing environment - we didn't want to leave! I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Ladies’ Trip

I stayed with two of my closest friends in this adorable house. The lovely host thought of absolutely everything. She offered several suggestions for places to go and things to see. The location was perfect! Just steps to downtown Douglas where we enjoyed breakfast, coffee, and lovely shops. We were a short car ride from a quaint lavender farm, winery, Crane’s bakery and the most amazing breakfast at Pennyroyal. We loved the shops of downtown Saugatuck and will be sure to reserve this cottage for any future trips we make to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

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

Beautifully decorated and Immaculate.

Every room was wonderfully decorated with high end furnishings. Marble countertops in the kitchen and marble flooring in the bathroom. Kitchen and bathroom was furnished with all the items to make our stay perfect. We especially enjoyed the screened in back porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

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

Perfect!

We’re experienced VRBO travelers and Renee’s Postcard Cottage is easily the best property we’ve ever rented. It’s perfect down to the last detail. Renee was accessible and helpful throughout. It all added up to a wonderfully relaxing getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe.markovi@gmail.com M., Seattle, WA

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

Amazing Stay!

My wife, son (almost 2) and I had an amazing stay at the Postcard Cottage. Before our stay, Renee reached out to provide a number of helpful suggestions, ask about any needs for our toddler and even accommodated an early check-in so we could stay on his nap schedule. The home and town were perfect. The cottage was in mint condition - we especially enjoyed sitting by the outdoor fire pit and in the screened in porch. Couldn't recommend this home more for two couples or a family of four!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet c.

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

Picture Postcard Perfect

Beautiful cottage a block from the main street but quiet and lovely. Screened in porch provided a tranquil spot for reading. Art on every wall, and every possible amenity in the kitchen.Comfortable, even with a third person for one night. Delightful hosts as well. Immediate response to minor issues & great recommendations on restaurants. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

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

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location

The Postcard Cottage is a lovely getaway on a quiet street, within easy walking distance of the shops and restaurants and the park in downtown Douglas. The host is generous and thoughtful - all sorts of amenities are available for a very comfortable stay. Our children enjoyed the games and toys that were available, including colored pencils and drawing paper for some creative time. We spent a lot of time enjoying the screened-in porch in back and the Adirondack chairs on the front porch. High end appliances and finishes surround you in this picture-perfect Postcard Cottage!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Absolutely wonderful!!

Renee, the host was so helpful and accommodating. The Postcard Cottage did not disappoint! The Cottage was immaculately clean and decorated as if the owner was a professional. Renee was kind enough to stock the Cottage with anything that we may have needed during our trip. Very tastefully decorated also. We loved the Cottage and had a wonderful time. The neighborhood was great and we always felt very safe when we ventured out. Renee was always quick to respond if we had any questions. I highly recommend you book the Postcard Cottage if your visiting the area soon....I know we will if we ever return to Michigan. FYI, during the week, the restaurants close early, so either prepare for cooking your own supper or eat before you check in. But if you decide to cook (which we did not), Renee has made sure you have everything you could possibly need to prepare your meals. Thanks Renee for being such a Wonderful Host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

First VRBO and 6 out of 5 stars 🌟

This was our first time ever renting a VRBO property. Typically my wife has been very much against doing one but this one fit everything we were looking for. We were doing a couple's weekend with some close friends who live a few States away. So we were looking for a house experience instead of a hotel so we can have breakfast and nights together hanging around instead of having it be in a public space. This place had a dining area with table a living room with cottages and chairs and a screened in gazebo. Meaning with three wonderful places to have different experiences throughout the day and weekend. We actually did not even realize how great of a location the house was and were able to walk to Main Street in Douglas and grab coffee in the morning within a 2 minute walk and walk to the water in the marina for a sunrise. Renee the owner was beyond thoughtful and you could tell she put a lot of time and energy and care into making the experience just right. There were far more things in the house readily available for us, like snacks coffee tea she even left some water and yogurts in the fridge for us. The property was spot on clean and extremely well decorated and just felt exactly what we were looking for and Beyond. It Each room is certainly not large, but and the only drawback was the one bathroom in the main bedroom, but we knew that going into it and were totally fine with it and ended up not being a problem for us. I would definitely go back and tell friends about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Renee Forsyth

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Hi everyone, my husband and I met here many years ago and as empty nesters moved back. We are laid back folks who enjoy a glass of wine and exchanging stories with new friends. I especially enjoy being a small part of the adventure and travels of others. We are very detailed individuals and will do our best to make your stay enjoyable and a memorable experience. Hope to see you soon.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! This quaint cottage caught our attention immediately and was definitely love at first sight.

What makes this property unique

Besides its great location, this cozy quaint cottage has all the amenities you will need. Vintage charm along with fully updated accommodations.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests