See all properties
Entire home

Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Douglas

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!

A wooden deck with benches overlooking a body of water, a tree, and a building with large windows.
A wooden staircase leading to a house surrounded by trees.
A beach with waves and a cloudy sky.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a striped rug, and large windows.
A sunroom with a large sectional sofa, a dining table, and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 152800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Douglas, MI

Room options

About the neighborhood

Douglas

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Kalamazoo Lake with a stay here. Saugatuck Chain Ferry and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are also within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Vacation Homes in DouglasOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • beach near Lakeshore Drive - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kalamazoo River - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Saugatuck Chain Ferry - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Oval Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Grill @ Clearbrook - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!

Escape to the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan when you book this 5-bedroom, 3-bath Douglas vacation rental. Ideally situated for both on and off-the-water fun, this home offers a private beach, sun room, and prime location near eateries, breweries, galleries, and outdoor recreation! After a day of exploring Saugatuck Dunes State Park and Oval Beach, celebrate happy hour on the deck while taking in the sunset views. End the evening curled up by the fireplace while reminiscing with friends.

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,800 Sq Ft | 30’ Private Beach | Free WiFi

Lake-loving families and groups of friends will love this primely located home base - complete with all the essentials for a memorable Great Lake State getaway.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed, Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: King Bed | Bedroom 5: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened porch, balcony, deck, lake views
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, cooking basics & spices
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV w/ cable, fireplace, dining table, ceiling fans
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels, linens, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, keyless entry
FAQ: Stairs required
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NEIGHBORHOOD (< 2 miles): Restaurants, stores, breweries, ice cream shops, galleries, library, Saugatuck Brewing, Douglas Beach Park, Wade’s Bayou Memorial Park, Tower Marine Marina, Beery Field, Old School House - Saugatuck Douglas History Center, Mt Baldhead Park Trail, downtown Douglas, downtown Saugatuck, hiking trails, beaches, local transportation
LAKES & BEACHES: Lake Michigan (on-site), Kalamazoo Lake & Lighthouse (1.7 miles), Oval Beach (2.1 miles), Pier Cove Park (5.4 miles), Saugatuck Dunes State Park (6.7 miles), Laketown Beach (9.1 miles), kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, Hutchins Lake (9.6 miles)
WINE & BEER: Saugatuck Brewing Company (1.8 miles), The Mitten Brewing Company (2.8 miles), Guardian Brewing Company (5.2 miles), Crane's Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery (8.2 miles), Virtue Cider (8.6 miles), Fern Valley Vineyards (8.9 miles), Wyncroft Marland Wine (13.3 miles), Big Lake Brewing (17.0 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Saugatuck-Douglas History Museum (1.5 miles), Summerhouse Lavender Farm (3.1 miles), Clearbrook Golf Club (3.8 miles), Saugatuck Hydrobikes (4.2 miles), Saugatuck Dunes State Park (6.7 miles), Dorr E. Felt Mansion (6.8 miles), Cranes Orchard U-Pick and Corn Maze (8.2 miles), Forever Curious Children's Museum (9.9 miles), Featherstone Antique Mall (10.0 miles), The Old Regent Theatre (25.3 miles), Gun Lake Casino (34.7 miles)
NEARBY CITIES: Holland (15.7 miles), Grand Rapids (42.5 miles), Kalamazoo (55.2 miles), Lansing (105 miles)
AIRPORT: Gerald R. Ford International Airport (49.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility

Similar properties

Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Holland
Holland
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 502 reviews
$116 nightly
The price is $129
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott Holland

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

NEW! Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mi to Dtwn! Douglas
443422

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! to the airport?

This vacation home is 47.2 mi (52-min drive) away from the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi (6-min drive) from Oval Beach and 9.1 mi (16-min drive) from Laketown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! to downtown Douglas?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Douglas.

Lake Michigan Waterfront Home: 1 Mile to Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan G.

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

Great stay!

Excellent time in Douglas! House and beach were amazing. We would love to comeback someday
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Eight adults stayed at the house. We had plenty of room and the house was clean and comfortable. We appreciated the well-equipped kitchen because we like to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gene P.

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

Great home

Great home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, old Michigan feel, with updated kitchen and bathrooms. Magnificent views, fabulous location. We enjoyed the local attractions from the local hot dog stand (The Barrel), to shops and restaurants, Dune Ride and Salmon fishing (caught 7 King Salmon with Capt Eric). Most of all loved relaxing on the beach and watching the sunsets.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Perfect house on the Lake

We enjoyed walking on the beach, swimming and playing in the sand. Spacious home great for a large family gathering. We could walk to local coffee shop, library, park and downtown Douglas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adarsh E.

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

Flexible checkin and checkout

Scott was very responsive and promptly helped with all our needs and requests for early checkin and late checkout!! Had enough beds for our party of 15 including 5 kids!! Loved the lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great beach

The house was very roomy for the 10 of us. The beach was fantastic. The kitchen was very well stocked with dishes and cooking equipment. The furniture was in good condition.Lots of stairs to get to the house and beach. Not suitable for the disabled. They did warn us about the stairs!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Great family getaway!

The entire family enjoyed the weekend at the Douglas home. The home was well-suited for our family needs. Plenty of bedrooms and nicely stocked kitchen. The home is very well cared for with new furniture in the family room and recovered cushions and pillows on the porch. Kids and adults alike, had a lot of fun down on the beach! In addition to the beach toys we brought, it was nice to be able to use some of the items the owners had down in the beach house. Thanks for a great weekend! We would rent this property again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Spacious home with Amazing location!

This location was incredible. It is close enough to local businesses but far enough off the public area that the private beach access was incredible. There were many beach chairs to use. Watching the sunset off the lower deck is a must. My only complaint is the softness of the king beds - but that is just a personal preference! Great space for a large family vacation! As described in the listing, there are many stairs - but they were far less daunting than the pictures may imply. 100/10 recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Pike Stay

Everything was excellent but you need to get a bigger screen tv for the sitting area. It was too small for the price of 1000 per nite that people are paying to stay there. BTW I would like to rent it again Wednesday to Sunday 2 days after Labor Day 2024. May I make a reservation now? Dave
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Summer beach stay

The location was amazing. The property has its own private beach on the shore of Lake MI and has beach toys, floaties, and beach chairs available. The house is a nice size with comfortable beds. It's a rather old property and could be kept up better, but was fine for what we needed. There is no AT&T cell service along the lake in this neighborhood, but the house has WiFi as listed. Bring your own shampoo and bath soap. They do supply hand soap, dish and laundry detergent and abundant towels (for the beach and bathing). We'd return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

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

Family time at the beach

The property was just right for us. The owner/property manager was very friendly and greeted us upon our arrival and shared helpful and interesting info about the beach house. It is cozy yet spacious and open. The large kitchen was well stocked. My six full-of-energy grandchildren (ages 4-15) had room to play games and have fun during a rainy morning. The antique pump organ works and was really fun for my musical little ones! The beds were comfortable and the bedding was very nice. The beach is great for relaxing, playing, kite flying and a nice walk to Oval Beach. Be aware that there are about 80 steps down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ed F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2024

Overall the stay was good with our focus on the lake and surrounding area to explore. There was ample sleeping space for 11 people. The bedrooms are fine, older furniture with new mattresses. No need to modify these spaces. The main living space needs the following: new coach and chairs, new kitchen table and chairs, new TV. All of these items are quite dated and, regarding the furniture, dirty/dingy. We spent time around the table with the benches but not the table with the dirty fabric chairs. The indoor/outdoor space off the first floor also needs new cushions on the coach, no one wants to sit on dirty cushions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eleanor B.

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

Family vacation

Grandparents, 5 adult children and 5 teenage grandchildren and this house was comfortable for all of us, however if stairs are a problem for you this is not the place for you - there are alot of them. We loved being right on the beach and spent alot of time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our time here.

We were here for a memorial service in Holland. This time was precious therapy. Two unbelievable sunsets, walks on the beach, time with our adult kids, hanging out on layers of decking. Two even found inflatables and went in the water...45°. Good Michigan stock.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lilianna Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Horrible stay. Worst ever

This was a horrible stay. The AC didn’t work but they didn’t tell us until I asked. They said maybe open a window. I couldn’t find the parking and they were Rude when I called. The dishwasher, oven, and Refrigerator didn’t work and our food in the freezer spoiled. The steps to the beach were started to come apart and the lights didn’t work. I would never stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Great time

Wonderful time at a great place