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Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly

Cabin with kitchen, steps from Lake Michigan

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Located close to Lake Michigan, Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly has plenty to offer.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly

Douglas Beach Cottage

Located in the most desirable Douglas lakeshore area, you will love this classic Lake Michigan cottage with private frontage on the beach.

Revel in the rustic feel of this original Lake Michigan cottage that has been in the owner`s family since 1955. It has gone through many changes since then, but imagine the memories that have been created along the way. The owner now opens the door to this cottage for you to build memories just as their family has.

Tucked along Lakeshore Drive in Douglas, this older cottage is a haven for the beach lover. Feel the lake breeze, watch the waves, or take a stroll along miles of shoreline. You cannot get closer to the beach and still be only minutes from downtown Douglas and Saugatuck.

Douglas Beach Cottage offers sleeping for 10 across 4 bedrooms, 2 full and 1 half bathroom, and unbeatable views of Lake Michigan. Cathedral ceilings grace the large and open living room. The furnishings are older but that won`t matter as you will want to spend your entire vacation outdoors. Kick back and relax on the covered back porch overlooking the lake. Or descend your private stairs to take a dip in the cool water. 

Enjoy every magic moment at this beautiful Lake Michigan cottage!

Please Note: 
A flight of 42 stairs is required to reach this home from the road and it would not be suitable for those who have trouble with stairs.
This is an original cottage. It smells and feels like a true cottage. If you are looking for new, this is not for you. If you are looking for a steady classic, this is it. Original wood floors, walls, and ceilings. 
Due to the beachfront location, the floors are perpetually sandy. Even after being freshly swept, vacuumed, and mopped, you will still find some sand underfoot.
Cell phone reception can be spotty along the lakeshore. Your phone may switch between Eastern Standard Time (Michigan) and Central Standard Time (Illinois and Wisconsin). Internet is provided by Frontier as high-speed cable internet is not available here. 
There are no laundry services available at the cottage. A laundromat is just a mile up the road in Douglas.

Douglas Beach Cottage
Sleeps 10
There are 42 stairs down to access the cottage
Amazing Lake Michigan Views
Living Room with Soaring Ceilings
Sling TV
Wireless Internet
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Central Air Conditioning
Gas BBQ Grill
Deck with Outdoor Furniture
Beach Chairs
Private Lake Michigan Beach
Beautiful Panoramic Sunset Views
Off-Street Parking for 3 Cars

Main Level of Cottage
1 Bedroom (Day Bed with Trundle)
Living Room (Sofa Sleeper)
1 Full Bathroom (Shower)

Upper Level of Cottage
3 Bedrooms (Queen, Queen, Full)
1 Full Bathroom (Shower Tub Combo) - This bathroom is inside a queen bedroom
1 Half Bathroom

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

House Rules Rental Agreement must be signed and agreed to after booking.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs are welcome with a $100 per dog fee.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Property is also known as

111688

About the area

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Douglas, MI

What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Butler Street - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Oval Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Douglas, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society and Water Street Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Douglas Beach Cottage: Lake Michigan Waterfront, Private Beach, Pet Friendly Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin. It had a rustic feel but with all the updated amenities. The closeness to the beach was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

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

Memories were made

Historic Cottage with an incredible location. Our family loved our time in Douglas MI
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

erin h.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025