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The Roost at The Southerner

Cottage near Lake Michigan in Saugatuck

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A small, single-story cottage with a white exterior and green shutters, surrounded by a white picket fence and various plants.
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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a view into a connected bathroom and kitchen area.
A living room with a fireplace, a TV mounted above it, and a window with blinds. There are two chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug on the wooden floor.
Two red Adirondack chairs in front of a house with green shutters and a garden with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Saugatuck

Heart of Saugatuck.Within a 5-minute walk of this Saugatuck cottage, you'll find Kalamazoo River and Kalamazoo Lake. Butler Street and All Saints' Episcopal Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kalamazoo River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Butler Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • All Saints' Episcopal Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Butler - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pennyroyal Cafe - ‬20 min walk

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 Roost at The Southerner

Adorable pet-friendly cottage within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and all it has to offer. Main room offers a gas fireplace, TV and full kitchen with a pull-out loveseat and space to dine. Queen bed in bedroom, ensuite bath with shower and laundry room. A/C, ceiling fans & shady setting. Private parking and outdoor garden area. Perfect stay for a couple + pets. Be sure to take advantage of the popular restaurant The Southerner right next door. The restaurant can be quite busy in the summer so there's fantastic people watching from your private patio but it ends service at 10pm so no late night noise or commotion.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 68 degrees
Place garbage in The Southerner’s dumpster
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No vaping of any type.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Saugatuck
Cottage with room for 3 next to The Southerner
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage Saugatuck

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Roost at The Southerner to the airport?

This cottage is 44.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Roost at The Southerner have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Roost at The Southerner to the beach?

This cottage is 3.7 mi (10-min drive) from Oval Beach and 6.4 mi (14-min drive) from Laketown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Roost at The Southerner offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Roost at The Southerner?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Roost at The Southerner?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Roost at The Southerner?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Roost at The Southerner have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Roost at The Southerner have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Roost at The Southerner to downtown Saugatuck?

This cottage is 0.5 mi away from Saugatuck.

The Roost at The Southerner Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 263 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage. Very easy to walk into downtown Saugatuck. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this lovely cottage! Loved how we could walk to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean! Nice cozy cabin with everything needed for a home away from home. If we ever come to the area again this will definitely where we will stay !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location. Great host. Within walking distance to downtown. Next door to The Southerner for the best fried chicken.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and cozy. Plenty of sheets, towels and everything we needed! Easy walk into town and very convenient to be able to eat at The Southerner. Very quiet and we can't wait until next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 3rd time staying at The Roost and we loved it once again. And yes, we ate at The Southerner twice! So good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet, no issues whatsoever!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoughtfully, curated cottage. Everything you need and more. Great location! The southerner restaurant is wonderful. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage getaway! Clean, updated amenities, and quiet location. There is a very good restaurant next to the cottage, but you’d never know! Very cozy and comfortable. Beautiful Historic district with gorgeous homes. Very walkable. Will definitely revisit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent quaint little place just outside of town. The location is very private and quiet. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic little home for a short getaway, and a short walk from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manuel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host! Coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness was top notch. I’m picky with a clean place and this passed the test. The host responds quickly, resolves any issues immediately, and does whatever she can to ensure your stay is perfect. The fireplace is great for adding a little extra warmth on a chilly morning. The ample supply of towels and wash clothes was appreciated. The heated bathroom floor made me realize what I was missing in my own bathroom. The location is perfect as it is a quick walk downtown but far enough out for a little peace and quiet. If going to the Saugatuck area I highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage and bonus of being so close to The Southerer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms, well prepared/well stocked… The new Adirondack chairs - very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicki C.

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

Perfect little cottage!

Loved everything about this stay. Close to everything and has everything you need! Cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost was perfect for our 4 day stay in Saugatuck! The cottage was cozy and very comfortable. We’d definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

Awesome place to stay!

Great Location ans super clean! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryce W.

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

Great Place

Excellent place to stay in a great area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very fute and clean. Great location! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage - walkable to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025