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The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 204400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Douglas

Heart of Douglas.Your stay at this Douglas vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Kalamazoo Lake and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. Also, Water Street Gallery is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Michigan is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Beery Field - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Butler Street - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 18 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬4 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.

The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly

Perfect for large groups/families! GOOGLE MAP the Douglas Boathouse to see our central location as well as take a virtual tour and verify the great location.

FULLY equipped gameroom-
14' shuffleboard, foosball, ping pong, and video gaming area (with external hdmi ports), dart board, and beverage fridge

concrete patio with large outdoor dining tables and chairs for 16

side "english garden" rock patio for morning coffee and adult time.

EV Charger (240V NEMA 14-50 outlet)

We've thought of everything. Check out our google reviews!
Full featured coffee bar in main kitchen (selection of coffees provided)
Wine cooler
All new media featuring complimentary streaming services
Sonos whole house sound system.
Upgraded gig speed Wifi
Weber Genesis II propane grill
New game/puzzle table in main living room
New seating around hearth
Updated loungers on the screened-in porch
Wash/shampoo/conditioner dispensers in all showers
Utility totes for guest use while on excursions
Updated games, puzzles, and yard games for kids & adults

The two houses are located on a quiet side street in Douglas. We are closer to the beach than most houses in Saugatuck or Douglas and you can walk to the Deli, Root beer barrel and Just add water. The houses were specifically built for large reunions and have large group gathering spaces. Eight matching bedrooms with one queen bed in each room the seventh bedroom the children's crew quarters will sleep four in bunk beds. No dormitory style bedrooms. The Keeper's house is a complete second house with more privacy, a full living room, two (of the eight bedrooms), kitchen and fireplace.
The Main house has a dining table with seating for 14 and a large living room which make sure that no one will be left out when gathered around the fire place. The sun porch, library and small office offer more intimate spaces. The fire pit with free wood, outdoor dining area and the private patios all offer great spaces on warm summer nights. This is our family vacation home. New yet warm. Everything was new in 2014. The building has been completely rebuilt with quality materials by a Architect/Builder. The furnishings were specifically selected for the house. The wood ceilings, floors and trim make the house warm. Craftsman style mosaic work, original art and creative details add character and charm.
Centrally located between downtown Douglas and Lake Michigan. Shopping, dining and entertainment options are just minutes away. We have parking for six cars in our drive and an additional parking just a short walk away.

We only rent the houses as a pair. Three nights minimum for Spring and Fall. Our Summer rentals are a 6 night rentals—Friday to Thursday.


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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do not strip the beds.
Pile towels in the shower
Leave gameroom as you found it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Many great kid-friendly features

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 46.2 mi (49-min drive) away from the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi (8-min drive) from Oval Beach and 8.2 mi (17-min drive) from Laketown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly to downtown Douglas?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Douglas.

The Douglas Boathouse! Amazing location/ Sleeps 20 in comfort/ all ages friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blair V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We couldn’t have been happier with the boathouse. So well located and conducive to a big family get together. Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose Ann Y., United States.

Liked: Cleanliness
My grandson was getting married at the Ivy house this past weekend. We were all from out of town so this house was great. There were 11 of us. Wish could have spent more time together. My husband wasn’t able to make it due to his passing in July. We also had a celebration of life for my husband. Some of the friends who came to celebrate thought the place was great and wondered how I found it. Sorry no photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing time! These houses are just perfect. It was immaculately clean and had everything then some of what we needed for a party of 14. Mike was a great host and I cannot rave about this place enough. We loved it! Just loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
The boathouse was well above our expectations. It was perfect for the size of our group and we look forward to booking it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
I recently stayed at the Douglas Boathouse for 4 days with a group of friends, and it was an amazing experience! The house was beautiful, spotless, and stocked with so many thoughtful extras — from games to a fully equipped kitchen. It truly felt like a home away from home. Our host, Mike, was communicative and helpful throughout our stay, which made everything even smoother. Plus, you really cannot beat this location! I highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Douglas/Saugatuck area. We would absolutely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Memories

The Douglas Boathouse Keeper House was an amazing 8 bedroom, 5.5 bath home that had everything we needed for our family of 13 adults from 21 to 70 years old. There were lots of spaces in the house and outside (fire pit and long table) for us to gather as a group. We cooked most days and the kitchen facilities were great. Walk or drive to Lake Michigan beaches (1 to 1.6 miles), Saugatuck (1.7 miles) and Douglas ( 1 mile), Area was great - loved the fireworks on July 5th, Dunes Rides, Root Beer Floats at the Barrel and lattes at Woosah but mostly the amazing memories we made with our family just hanging out playing games and catching up for the week. Thanks for sharing your little piece of paradise with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Winter Weekend w/ the whole family.

Perfect house set in Winter wonderland was so exceptional for a cozy, extremely relaxed weekend. Grandparents, Siblings our families all had ample space to lounge and play. The fire place was stoked, ping pong balls flying, something delicious always cooking. Kids loved the basement and game area. Kitchen had everything (and more) to feed the whole gang. We were very impressed with the loving construction, thoughtful design, piles of games, surrounding neighborhoods, and amenities that made this a perfect stay. Long weekend spent reconnecting with each other, both indoors and out. Kids played in the snowy yard for hours while adults stayed warm by the fire watching football, reading, and puzzling. We loved dropping into South Haven, Douglas, Saugatuck, and surrounding nature havens to experience a picturesque Winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Holiday Reunion

Rented this house for a post-Chriatmas family reunion. House was perfect for us: 11 adults, 7 children. The house is very stylish, clean, and comfortable. Huge kitchen that could fit all of us, comfortable living room. Awesome game room in the separate building. We even had fun with the puppet theater in the basement. Would highly recommend this property for any time of year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., Oostburg Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

Douglas Holiday

Thanksgiving tBoath ouse to celebrate thanks u
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

Property was stocked with everything we needed for the weekend, very clean, and easy to communicate with the host. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pratik T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property for family and friends gettogether

Had a great time staying at Douglas boat house for a couple of days. The checkin process was easy with frequent communications with the host, the property was clean with lots of space for group activities and kids funtime. Kitchen was stocked with utensils, the game room had ample things to play and all the bed rooms are spacious with good furniture and clean mattresses. We had enough warm water for all of us and the bathrooms are in great condition. Overall 5* rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DARLENE N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Guys Trip!

This house was set up perfect for a guys trip. Plenty of beds, plenty of space for us to feel comfortable. Great game room, and outdoor areas!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

A fantastic girls weekend!

The place was huge, so much room, the best stocked rental that I have ever stayed in. Beautiful inside and out. Excellent communication with renter. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 Generation 90th Birthday Celebration

This property was amazing! Four generations gathered to celebrate my dad’s 90th birthday. There was plenty of space to gather or spread out. Through creative seating, we were able to have 29 attendees in the kitchen at the birthday dinner. The game room was a big hit as was the fire pit. My dad and wife enjoyed the slightly more private accommodations of the keeper’s house. The pictures don’t do justice to the downstairs “sofa” beds…they are full size, firm and comfortable. The hosts have provided for every creature comfort one could ask for when on vacation. They were VERY responsive to questions and offered lots of good suggestions for local restaurants and places to visit. Many of the more midwestern guests said they will definitely look to use the house in the future. We have all done a lot of vacation home rentals and this house was an exceptional value.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay, especially for large families

The place was perfect for what we needed. Pleanty of sleeping areas and bathrooms. Easy walking distance to a nice coffee shop and a very short drive to the grocery store and to downtown. The owner was super nice and easy to communicate with. Can definitely see staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kmbali C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving

Our annual Thanksgiving trip was spent at the Douglas Boathouse! The accommodations were just as described and shown in photos. We spent great time together in the large kitchen area. The location was great with stores within walking distance. No criticism or things to change. The sound system seemed complicated but no one wanted to spend time trying to figure out how to separate the tv speaker from the music. Instructions were provided. Communication and availability were 5 star!!! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific

When you see the Boathouse in person you will be blown away. Everything exceeded our expectations. Mike was lovely to deal with and we very much felt like invited guests in their home. They have thought of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing spot perfect for a group!

We stayed with our extended family which included 4 children under age 9. This was a super comfortable spot for all of us with plenty of space on the 3 floors plus the keepers house. We loved the game room, yard games, well equipped kitchen, fire pit, comfortable living room and beautiful yard with lots of trees. They even included things like phone cords, a house computer and enough Yetis for the whole crowd. Can't recommend this place more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The Douglas Boathouse has it all!

Our family had a delightful stay at the Douglas Boathouse. We've never stayed in a vacation rental that provided so many conveniences from large numbers and types of Yeti mugs and cups to an entire basket of charging cords. The kitchen is well furnished with everything you can possibly think of. Everyone enjoyed the game room, as well as our time around the fire pit. It's in a lovely, quiet area that's convenient to everything. We also appreciated all of the beach chairs! There was plenty of seating for meals both indoors and out for our large group. The owners went above and beyond in providing so many extras that made our stay comfortable. Our only recommendation is that the doors could use some lubrication to get rid of the squeaks so early risers don't wake up others. Thank you for a wonderful and memorable weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

Everything In the house is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A., Chatham, Ontario Canad

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!!

This property was perfect for a family getaway. Everything was just as described in the listing. Great places nearby for eating and drinking. Lots of fun to have right on the property!! This was my first VRBO rental and Everything was perfect. Mike was always available if I had any questions. We would like to come again in the summer to experience the lovely beach and water but this place would be great any time of the year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing House and Location

This place is amazing. More amenities than you know what to do with. House is in great condition, and well decorated and furnished - you feel at home, a much nicer home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Art S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Most well equipped rental home EVER

We travel a lot with large groups of people and we have NEVER had a house this well equipped. They truly thought of everything. The things we really appreciated: firewood, customized yetis, two dishwashers, two washer/dryer set ups, millions of games, lots of room for parking, clean, accommodating host. If you are considering booking this DO NOT HESITATE.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022