Saugatuck / Douglas Vacation Rental cottage

Quiet Creek Cottage - An exclusive upscale retreat on the coast of Lake Michigan

Description Cottage, 1800 sq. ft.,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities beach, resort, balcony, pets considered, fitness room, air-conditioning
Rates per property (USD)
$250/night 
$1,400 - $2,480/week 
Barbara Bevan
+1 269-857-5349
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Saugatuck / Douglas vacation cottage rental 3 bedrooms, 2 spectacular full baths, sleeps 6

Relax in style in this stunning, contemporary cottage- a unique retreat 2 blocks from Lake Michigan beach access. Nestled in a fern covered, old growth forest, enjoy wild turkey, deer and birding at your doorstep. State-of-the-art, Euro kitchen opens to the private deck with grill - ideal for the gourmet who loves nature and cooking! Dine or recline on the cedar screen porch listening to the sounds of the lake and woodland creek below. Dramatic great room features bamboo floors, leather furniture and a spectacular fireplace. The open loft with outdoor balcony provides a great spot to read, lounge or watch the 42” HD, Cable TV. Spa-style baths offer boulder and concrete vessel sinks and luxurious showers. Perfect getaway for new lovers, the busy executive, artists or retired folk looking for an adventure. Low allergen, green-built, eco-friendly. All ideally located in a charming, beach front neighborhood - walking distance from shops, galleries, restaurants and more!
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Romantic Getaway

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State of the Art Gourmet Kitchen

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Spectacular Great Room

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Dine or recline in privacy on screened porch

Dine or recline in privacy on screened porch

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Cozy Loft / Media Room

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Birds Nest Bedroom

Birds Nest Bedroom

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Treehouse Bedroom

Treehouse Bedroom

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Garden Bedroom

Garden Bedroom

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Private Deck - off the Kitchen

Private Deck - off the Kitchen

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - Autumn at Quiet Creek

Autumn at Quiet Creek

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - A Woodland Retreat

A Woodland Retreat

Saugatuck / Douglas cottage rental - 2 blocks to the Beauty of Lake Michigan

2 blocks to the Beauty of Lake Michigan

Location: Southwest Michigan < Michigan < USA

Nearest Airport: Gerald Ford International Airport at 48 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Muskegon at 50 Miles
Nearest Train: Holland at 16 Miles
Nearest Motorway: I-196 & Blue Star Hwy at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 100 Metres
Car: recommended
Intimate, upscale and sophisticated, a vacation paradise located 2 blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan minutes from the charming villages of Saugatuck and Douglas in the heart of the 'art coast' of Michigan.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Saugatuck / Douglas, Michigan

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Off Peak #2 Nov 1, 2009 - May 21, 2010 $1,400 - - $250 - - 3 Nights
Notes: Beautiful autumn days, great birdwatching and more! See below for winter holiday rates.
Peak May 22, 2010 - Sep 21, 2010 $2,480 - - - - - 1 Week
Notes: Ask about our special rates for maid service, wine baskets & more! 2 weeks gets 1 free maid cleaning

Additional information about rental rates

  • $100 deep cleaning fee for pets - to guarantee a low allergen environment for all our guests.
  • Quiet Creek is ideal for your Thanksgiving celebration! Prepare a scrumptious meal with friends, host your family for dinner or finish your Christmas shopping early at our nearby charming shops and art galleries -all open and ready to serve you. Ask about our special holiday rates from Nov. 21-28th with a 4 night minimum stay!
  • Consider getting away for a breathtakingly beautiful, white Christmas! Relax in front of the fire with a good book... or take advantage of the snow covered shores of Lake Michigan and cross country ski under an austere, winter skyscape. If you prefer wooded terrain, miles of trails for skiing or snowshoeing nearby will whet your appetite for outdoor fun. Ask about our special holiday rates from Dec. 20th-Jan 23rd with a 4 night minimum stay!

Fees

Tax Rate:
6.0%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Saugatuck / Douglas, Michigan

Property Type:
  • cottage

Floor Area:
  • 1800 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • resort
  • beach

Theme:
  • away from it all
  • luxury

General:
  • fitness room
  • activities guide
  • laundry soap
  • shampoo
  • soaps basic
  • restaurant dining guide
  • telephone
  • alarm clock
  • local activities guide
  • linens provided
  • firewood
  • towels provided
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • filtered water
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • cold water dispenser
  • paper towels
  • fax
  • ceiling fans
  • toilet paper

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • cooking utensils
  • stove top burners
  • blender
  • microwave
  • oven
  • coffee grinder
  • freezer
  • ice maker
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • spices

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Lower Bath - Toilet, Shower
    Upper Bath - Toilet, Shower
  • Upscale and serene, baths have gorgeous tile, luxurious glass showers with open views to the woods, concrete and boulder vessel sinks and exotic hardwood vanity.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Garden Level - 1 Queen
    Birds Nest - 1 Queen
    Tree House Room - 1 Queen
Entertainment:
  • books
  • TV
  • radio
  • games kids
  • games adults
  • books adult
  • CD
  • VCR
  • stereo system
  • video library
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable
  • pool table
  • game room

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • bike
  • balcony
  • parking
  • screened porch/lanai
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • porch/lanai
  • garage
  • deck wood
  • parking off street
  • parking on street
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 6 beach chairs
  • 2 bicycles

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • non smoking only

Local Activities:
  • golf
  • roller blading
  • water skiing
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • skiing
  • swimming
  • paragliding
  • horseback riding
  • tennis
  • wind-surfing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • antiquing
  • sailing
  • walking
  • fishing

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Onsite Equipment:
  • thermos bottle
  • backpack
  • cooler large
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels
  • binoculars
  • cooler small
  • raft
  • golf clubs

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • autumn foliage
  • museums
  • forests
  • marina
  • bay/sound
  • hospital
  • cinemas
  • groceries
  • library
  • churches
  • eco tourism

Leisure Activities:
  • live theater
  • pier fishing
  • water tubing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • jet skiing
  • freshwater fishing
  • paddle boating
  • ice skating
  • beachcombing
  • hiking
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • fly fishing
  • bird watching
  • sledding

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
  • restaurants

Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional

Nearby Services:
  • medical services
  • massage therapist

Notes: Kitchen island seats 3 comfortably, dining table seats 4-6. Screened Porch table seats 6 plus. Hot water tap at kitchen sink for tea lovers. 1800 sq. ft. home plus Lower level rec room with pool table, air hockey, darts, working office area w. printer, fax, internet, fitness room and full laundry 15ft x 18ft large Screened porch Attached two car garage, bring your boat or store your car off street.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Saugatuck / Douglas, Michigan

'GREEN' BUILT COTTAGE: This lovely cottage was remodeled using state-of-the-art green building practices intended to reduce its carbon footprint and to increase the comfort of its occupants. A two stage, high efficiency furnace with an integrated HEPA media filter helps reduce allergens in the air. Icynene foam insulation and Low E casement windows were used to create a thermally efficient building envelope. Toilets are dual flush, low volume fixtures to conserve water. Finish materials were procured locally with an eye toward sustainability including bamboo floors, concrete counter tops, cedar from managed forests and Hardipanel siding. The stairway is made of Ash wood salvaged from trees cut locally due ash borers disease. Kitchen cabinets are European alder, recycled from a high end showroom and reconfigured for the current layout. Appliances are Energy Star and all finishes are low VOC products to help improve indoor air quality for the chemically sensitive.

Other Activities: birding, hiking, shopping, X country skiing, kayaking, canoeing, nature walks, ferry rides

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Saugatuck / Douglas, Michigan

Rating
5 out of 5

There's something about this house ....

Bobette F Chicago suburbs
Review Submitted: November 11, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
There's something about this house ... it is so inviting and relaxing! Six of us enjoyed a very cold and rainy weekend -- you would think we'd be disappointed but it was fun to hang out in this beautiful, spacious house cooking breakfasts and dinners, playing games and relaxing. The kitchen was very well-equipped, the bedrooms comfortable, and the screened in porch fantastic. The setting was perfect with a rushing creek, trees, deer & black squirrels. We had a great time at the bowling alley in town and site-seeing in Saugatuck (dinner at Phil's and lunch at Butlers -- both great). I bet it is terrific when the weather cooperates and you can walk to the beach and shop in town! We had a great stay and I'd love to go back!
Owner's Response: Wow, we are so pleased that you had a wonderful time! We too feel that stormy, rainy -and even snowy winter weekends are the absolute best (aka relaxing and FUN :-) at Quiet Creek. It is so gratifying to know that the time and effort we put into designing the space and construction details is as special for others as it is for us. So come back and see us soon....and thanks for the great review!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Beach vacation

Lauire Riverview MI
Review Submitted: September 1, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
Great House. It had everything you would need. Not good for small children because of the stairs and no bath. Very close and easy walk to beach
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Rating
5 out of 5

tranquil setting for family vacation

Review Submitted: August 31, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
We stayed in the Quiet Creek cottage in July 2009. We were pleased to find the house very clean and well appointed. There were two bikes, which we weren't expecting but were great to use, along with a good selection of chairs and beach toys. The screened in porch was great for dinners and relaxing.

The drawbacks to the house were the yard - there isn't much grass, and mosquitos and bugs seemed to be in full force.

We enjoyed our stay very much and would stay there again.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Rest and Relax

honeymooner1227 elmhurst, IL
Review Submitted: January 6, 2009 Date of Stay: December 2008
My hubby and I went here for our honeymoon, and while there might have been much more to do in the summer, it was great to go somewhere quiet and peaceful to recoup! We took a sleigh ride and went to some of the open restaurants and shops. The place was clean and as described! A good place to go to escape.
Owner's Response: Thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed our little haven as much as we do. Watching the snow falling outside while the fireplace is roaring is what winter's all about at Quiet Creek! Everything else is icing on the cake.
Please come visit again in the warmer months so you can experience the Beach, and see what Douglas and Saugatuck is like in the summer. Maybe you can let us know which season you prefer, cuz we can't decide!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Don't tell anyone about this place!

lawdog Chicago, IL
Review Submitted: August 23, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
Don't let anyone else in on this secret. This place is fabulous. Everything was spotless when we arrived and the equipment and the amenities were first class. The design of the house is wonderful--airy, spacious and cozy at the same time. The forest background and secluded location make for a wonderful vacation of relaxation. It is also a great place for walks and looking at the lake. The media room is great and has a library of DVDs and tapes. The design is modern and elegant and yet comfortable. The owners have provided lots of local menus and other sightseeing information. The kitchen was a delight to use. I did some laundry and we played some pool in the basement. The weather was a little cool when we were there or we would have lived on the porch, but it made using the fireplace delightful. My husband and I could go to different parts of the house and nap or read and not worry about bothering the other. Our dog had a great time looking for deer and other creatures. The area is also wonderful--excellent restaurants, galleries and shops, and a grocery store is handy right up the street with a good selection of food, wine and supplies. The only drawback was that the beds were not very comfortable for us, but maybe that's our age. It hasn't stopped us since we're already planning a return visit.
Owner's Response: Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time out of your busy schedule to write a review about Quiet Creek Cottage. We are especially delighted that you enjoyed yourselves enough to come back! You're right, Quiet Creek is a well kept secret... so please share it with your inner circle - friends who you think might enjoy the amenities and experience as much as you did. We are striving to create something out of the ordinary where folks like yourself can escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. (I would like to contact you via email if it is ok to discuss which bed(s) you used so we can be sure to remedy this issue upon your return.) Thanks again LD.
---Sincerely, the owners of Quiet Creek Cottage
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