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Perched on a 50-foot dune, Big Red Cottage offers a spacious retreat with expansive harbor views and access to an outdoor hot tub. Sprawl out in the open-concept living room, gather round the dining table in the eat-in kitchen, or make yourself comfortable on the huge wrap-around porch. With washer/dryer facilities and multiple outdoor dining areas available for use.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops

  • Treetops is Saugatuck’s only rental featuring three neighboring vintage cottages—perfect for multi-family getaways. Nestled around a shared firepit and professionally maintained hot tub, each cottage offers screened porches, harbor or dune views, and generous outdoor space for grilling and gathering. Cottages may be reserved individually or together, depending on availability. This listing is for Big Red, the largest of the three.

    Big Red features two levels of living space, ideal for a primary family or group lead. The upper level includes an open-concept layout with vintage finishes, a soaring ceiling, two bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a spacious wraparound screened porch perched on the dune bluff with sweeping harbor views. The lower level, accessible by a separate entrance, includes an additional living area and private bath—perfect for added privacy. Washer/dryer included.

    Set atop a 50-foot dune directly across the harbor from downtown Saugatuck, Treetops offers front-row views of the bustling waterfront. Oval Beach, one of the world’s most celebrated shorelines, is just a 15-minute dune walk or a 2-minute drive away.

    For tailored recommendations or to learn more about the property, please feel free to reach out.

    Erica Sinchak
    Owner
    Lakewood Lux

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 30 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

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)

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 27

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

Pets not 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
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
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 Registration Number 07540272

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Saugatuck is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Saugatuck Center For the Arts and Express Yourself Art Barn are also worth visiting. Visit our Saugatuck travel guide
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Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • A wooden staircase leading into a forest.
    Mount Baldhead Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A sunset over a body of water with grasses in the foreground.
    Oval Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kalamazoo Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kalamazoo River
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saugatuck Chain Ferry
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Butler
    15 min walk
  • Pennyroyal Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Uncommon Coffee Roasters
    12 min walk
  • The Mitten Brewing Company
    10 min walk
  • Coral Gables Il Forno
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops located?

Situated in Saugatuck, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Kalamazoo Lake and Lake Michigan. Oval Beach is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

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Dune-Top Harbor Views / Big Red Cottage + Hot Tub / Treetops Reviews

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

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

Amazing family getaway!

The property was clean and quiet. It was perfect for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

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

Explore Saugatuck

Property was nice and we enjoyed the lake view. The bedrooms could use some curtains for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariah W.

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

Wooded bliss

This was our second trip to the special place in the cabin. We enjoyed game nights by the fire and the comfortable beds. Can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

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

Cute Treehouse

The property is very cute. There are two bedrooms on the main floor and one with a separate entrance. The location worked great for our purposes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Great get away

The big red cottage allowed us to enjoy a perfect getaway. We enjoyed Saugatuck, Holland and Douglas while we were there. Having dinners on the porch while listening to the music from across the river was wonderful! The hot tub was an additional bonus! Thank you so much for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H.

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

Winter ladies trip

My friend and I needed some post-Christmas girls trip fun and relaxation, and the Big Red Cabin was the perfect spot! We enjoyed exploring Saugatuck and Holland, even with a few rainy days. The cabin was perfect for getting cozy with drinks and TV time, plus we thoroughly enjoyed hopping in the hot tub each night. Erica was a thoughtful and friendly host!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara A.

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

Cozy anniversary getaway

This was a wonderful, cozy, and quiet stay. We were impressed with the property and the amenities. If we had one suggestion for the future, it would probably be adding blinds or curtains as the cottage is fairly wide open and leaves guests feeling slightly exposed. That being said, you are so comfortable that you hardly notice. We will definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Charming Cabin

Lovely property. It was too cold to use the beautiful enclosed porch but I’m sure in the summer it’s delightful. Super clean and easy to drive to town (no chain ferry in October). Oval beach is close but up a very steep hill so not really bike friendly. Supermarket, restaurants, galleries all within 5-15 min drive. View of river great. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Will go back!

We absolutely loved our stay in the red cottage. The amenities were so nice, the lights and ambiance were perfect, and the view was lovely. If you’re looking to stay at a quality home away from home, stay here! It’s not a cheaply done rental with leftover pots and pans. It’s super nice and cozy and special. My family had an amazing time and want to go back! We also want to check out the A frame across the street! The host was amazing and quick with her communication as well. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni P.

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

Saugatuck stay

Overall, it was a cozy place to stay. Due to road closure and the ferry not running, it was a 15 minute drive to downtown Saugatuck. I feel it was a bit overpriced for that area and the amenities where we could have stayed in Douglas and been closer and less expensive. When the ferry runs during the summer, would be very convenient. I didn’t like that we didn’t have control of the thermostat in the house as it was a bit cold and had to message the owner to change it. My kids didn’t want to sleep in the downstairs area that had a separate entrance as they didn’t want to be alone and bed too small for adults. The hot tub was great for relaxation but know that it is shared with 2 other houses. Very clean and owner was quick to respond and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Red cabin - rustic feel in a neighborhood

We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit, hot tub, and front porch. The decor was charming and everything workied well. We did not know that 1 of the 3 bedrooms was an isolated apartment, or that the stairs to access the property would be so numerous. Folks with physical limitations should know that they will have to climb many stairs to access the main dwelling. Also, numerous members of the family fell at various times during our stay due to their being changes in floor levels throughout the main house. Stairs were also a factor in moving around the property graounds. There was very little sound isolation throughout, making it difficult to sleep with a baby; you could hear everything from the main room in the bedrooms. The couch was not a pull out, so that was limiting. Even though we could see and hear Saugatuck clearly, we had to take a circuitous, narrow path for 15 minutes to actually get there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

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

Great place - would stay again!

Beautiful surroundings. Peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! The location is wonderful. Just a few minutes drive and you're at Oval Beach. The cabin itself is charming. The screened in porch was our favorite hangout spot for morning coffee and afternoon card games. The perfect place to spend our end of summer vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Birthday weekend

We had a great time staying in the big red cottage. Beautiful views and cozy house. Loved the area, lots of great restaurants and things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great place

Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Red Cottage was the perfect peaceful getaway with family. The cottage was adorable with string lights, interesting decor and all the right touches! Tons of towels and supplies, the host thought of EVERYTHING! Hot tub worked incredibly and beds super comfortable! The views on the wrap around screened in porch made for plentiful games and discussions!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

We loved it!

We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property and location. Erica was always quick to respond. Loved our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Perfect birthday weekend!

The Big Red Cottage was the perfect weekend birthday getaway! It was lovely - cozy, treehouse cabin vibes. Everything was neat and clean. Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

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

Great Cottage

My family really enjoyed this comfy cottage! It was very close to town. Erica was very easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren V.

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

Girls Weekend in Saugatuck

We had a great weekend staying at Treetops! The home was cozy, clean and in a great location. The beds were very comfortable and the cottage had everything we needed. Erica was a great host! She answered all of our questions and gave awesome recommendations. We hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marnie C.

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

Great views!

Excellent location with beautiful views of the water. Clean, quiet, and cozy. Close to the beach and chain ferry. Note that you will need to climb stairs to enter the property. Erica was super nice and incredibly responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Perfection

Every thing from the clean and lovely accommodations to the location near downtown Saugatuck and Mount Baldhead, Oval Beach, was just perfect and the exceeded expectations. Not one negative to report.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

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

Mother and Daughters R and R

We enjoyed spending time just caching up on each other's busy lives, having many laughs and going to great restaurants. Also spent a day pampering ourselves at a spa in town. It was always great coming back to the cottage and relaxing in such cozy surroundings. Maybe we'll make it a tradition!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

The perfect getaway!

Very nicely appointed lake house. Beds were cozy. Within walking distance to the chain ferry to get to downtown Saugatuck. Toilet on the top floor is not fully enclosed for privacy and bedroom windows don’t have privacy shades for changing clothes, etc. Other than that, would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024