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A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Saugatuck, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oval Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly

Our neighborhood abuts the Peterson Nature Preserve and our home can be rented with (if available) one/both of our adjacent two bedroom homes (a fence with a gate separates the homes) if more space is desired. Downtown Saugatuck is a short walk away and Douglas and Oval Beach are easy drives. Enjoy all of the amenities provided indoors and outdoors. All "A Step Away" guests receive a discount when shopping our local store during their stay. Lastly, we're dog friendly (w/approval & fee).

Our “A Step Away” home—your ideal “Rendezvous” getaway—has so much to offer: location, amenities, and hospitality. This single-story home features a fully renovated interior, a fenced yard with landscaping, and easy on-site parking for a couple of vehicles.

Inside, you’ll find comfortable accommodations for two, thoughtfully styled with décor that reflects the charm of Saugatuck, Douglas, and the local beach and arts scenes. The home is perfect for a variety of travelers—from solo adventurers to couples. Whether you’re traveling alone, with a partner, or renting both this home and one of the adjacent two-bedroom homes next door, you’ll enjoy a space designed for carefree living.

The home includes one king bedroom, and the brand-new kitchen with a dining island flows into a vaulted-ceiling living room. Large windows and a glass door offer views of the patios and gardens. The living room opens directly onto a pergola-covered patio, complete with seating and a propane grill—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The bathroom is also new and includes a shower (no bathtub).

We believe “A Step Away” is the perfect place to enjoy your Saugatuck escape—whether you choose just this home or pair it with one of our neighboring two-bedroom properties.

As a guest of “A Step Away,” you’re invited to stop by our home décor, clothing, and jewelry store—Kindel & Company—located at 241 Culver St. in downtown Saugatuck. We’re happy to provide personalized recommendations for local attractions, dining, and shopping (we call it our “lite” concierge service). Plus, all guests receive an exclusive in-store discount!

Need more space while still staying close? Our adjacent two-bedroom homes may be available. The homes are separated by fencing.

Check availability here: https://www.vrbo.com/4613958
Check availability here: https://www.vrbo.com/4302539

Property manager

Richard Williams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets 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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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. 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

  • Butler Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oval Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Step Away: All New-Walk to Town & Dog Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Saugatuck, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kalamazoo Lake and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo River and Butler Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Good communication and nice space

Beautiful little cottage. Very nicely decorated and well stocked kitchen. Host was quick to communicate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Great cozy cottage

Very cute and well appointed cottage with nice outdoor patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Perfect Post Holiday

Lovely residence for a couple or single. Gorgeous decorating and everything you could need. Host was also great communicator and generous. It is also a nice walk or a very short drive to all Saugatuck highlights!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Perfect bungalow

Beautiful property, quiet and lovely location, and just a couple blocks from all the restaurants and shops of Saugatuck. We had a lovely stay. Enjoyed the outdoor table and chairs for playing cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Saugatuck

Wonderful photo property. Best vrbo yet. Place was so tastefully furnished and had everything we could have hoped for. Very thoughtfully designed. Felt like I was home. Would stay there again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luther R.

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

Beautiful property

Property is absolutely gorgeous and private, our jaws dropped when we walked in. Quality furnishings throughout the house. Most places we stay, the furnishings look like they are from a secondhand store. This place is top notch. Check-in was easy, owners are very responsive in their communications. Fenced in back yard was perfect for our dogs. Easy walk to town and located in a very quiet neighborhood. There wasn't anything lacking for our stay. Make sure you visit the owner's store in town, also high quality and very inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy j.

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

Wonderful!!

Perfect house for a couple with 2 small fur babies! It was everything we needed and all with a small fenced in yard. We could walk to town or take our doggies on a beautiful walk in the wooded area. This house sets the bar high for a doggie friendly home! And Richard and Christian were wonderful host! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

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

Great location and beautiful home!

This stay was perfect. The house is the perfect size for our family. They supplied us with a pack n' play for our son which was perfect. He slept in the living room and the shades were thick enough to block the morning sun, so he wouldn't get woken up by the light. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything you may need and the Keurig machine was a really nice treat! Thank you for that! The decor is beautiful and the overall feel of the home was very cozy. We loved having the fenced in backyard for our dog and to run around a bit! The front patio having the table and chairs was very nice, too. It was a quick 15 minute walk to the downtown area and we really enjoyed exploring and walking around. Parking is very easy downtown, too, as it's all free parking. It was the perfect weekend getaway! The hosts were responsive and even checked in on us, which was very thoughtful. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Fantastic get away

We have stayed in R&C places before, could not be happier with their places. They always go to the greatest details to make their places warm and inviting. Great experience !!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Richard Williams

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We’re a Michigan native and a New Englander/New Yorker who’ve been hosting short-term rentals in Saugatuck & Douglas since 2016. This year we’re trying VRBO. We’re SuperHosts on the other site so all of our reviews are there.

Why they chose this property

West Michigan and Saugatuck has beaches and art and feels like the East Coast without the salt and sharks.

What makes this property unique

We believe in hospitality. Good, comfortable hospitality. We run a home décor/men’s clothing/timepiece shop in downtown Saugatuck and our guests receive a discount when they shop our store. Plus, we’re there to be your mini-concierge guys.

Languages:

English

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