Riverwalk Retreat | Gather • Relax • Explore

Summary:

Welcome to Riverwalk Retreat, your spacious woodland escape in Saugatuck. Gather around the two-story stone fireplace, cook together in the generous kitchen, and spend easy evenings on the deck or around the firepit. With five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and room for 10 guests, this inviting home brings everyone together while leaving plenty of space to unwind. Beaches, galleries, and lakeshore adventures are ready when you are.



The Space:

WELCOME TO RIVERWALK RETREAT 🌿

Settle into a custom-built home on a private, wooded 2.5-acre lot. Bright gathering spaces, comfortable bedrooms, and generous outdoor areas make it easy to enjoy time together at your own pace.



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS 🛏️

The home accommodates up to 10 guests across five bedrooms:

• Bedroom 1: king bed

• Bedroom 2: king bed

• Bedroom 3: queen bed

• Bedroom 4: one bunk bed

• Bedroom 5: two bunk beds

Five bathrooms give your group room to get ready and wind down. The primary suite includes a spacious stone shower and a walk-in closet.



GATHER & UNWIND 🛋️

The two-story living room pairs a striking stone fireplace with tall windows and comfortable seating. Share meals around the dining table, settle into the lower-level lounges for a movie, or enjoy a friendly game of pool or foosball in the game room. The screened sunroom offers another inviting spot to read and relax.



EVERYDAY COMFORTS ☕

The full kitchen features professional-style appliances, generous stone counters, a large island, and a wet-bar prep area. There is plenty of space for breakfast together or a leisurely dinner at home. Wi-Fi, a workspace, heating and air conditioning, laundry facilities, linens, towels, and everyday essentials help make your stay comfortable.



OUTDOOR LIVING 🌳

Take your coffee onto the deck, gather on the stone patio, or enjoy an evening around the firepit. A built-in outdoor pizza oven adds a fun touch to meals together, while the wooded yard offers a peaceful setting between lakeshore outings. Free on-site parking makes coming and going easy.



NEARBY ATTRACTIONS 📍

• Saugatuck Dune Rides — 4.2 miles (seasonal, roughly 40-minute guided dune ride with wildlife, scenery, and stories of the lost town of Singapore)

• The Southerner — 5.5 miles (local favorite with southern cooking shaped by Appalachian, New Orleans, and low-country traditions)

• Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions — 5.5 miles (cafe serving breakfast and brunch with West Michigan ingredients, plus dinner on selected evenings)

• Saugatuck Dunes State Park — 5.5 miles (Lake Michigan park with wooded dunes and 13 miles of trails; the shortest beach walk is three-quarters of a mile each way)

• The Butler Pantry — 5.9 miles (historic downtown shop for cookware, kitchen accessories, specialty pantry foods, and wine)

• Uncommon Coffee Roasters — 6.0 miles (Hoffman Street cafe for espresso, pastries, and locally roasted beans to take home)

• Wicks Park — 6.0 miles (grassy Kalamazoo River park with a gazebo, picnic space, and passing boats)

• Coghlin Park — 6.1 miles (downtown Kalamazoo River park with open lawn and a gazebo with picnic tables)

• Saugatuck Center for the Arts — 6.4 miles (an arts center with free gallery exhibitions, theater, concerts, and creative programs)

• Salt of the Earth & Downtown Fennville — 6.6 miles (downtown Fennville restaurant with seasonal local cooking, house-baked bread, and wood-fired pizzas)

• Root Cafe & Fernwood 1891 — 6.6 miles (downtown Fennville cafe with scratch-made food, espresso, and an adjoining local-art gallery)

• J. Petter Galleries — 6.7 miles (fine-art destination with paintings, sculpture, glass, jewelry, and an adjoining wine shop)

• Downtown Douglas & Everyday People Cafe — 6.8 miles (compact downtown with independent shops, Center Street galleries, and dinner at Everyday People Cafe)

• Wade's Bayou Memorial Park — 7.0 miles (quiet waterfront park in downtown Douglas for sunrise views, birdwatching, and picnics)

• Lake Vista Market — 7.0 miles (full-service market with fresh produce, meat, bakery items, deli food, and everyday groceries)

• The Farmhouse Deli & Pantry — 7.1 miles (deli with sandwiches, scratch-made soups, baked goods, and coffee, plus vegan and gluten-free choices)

• Respite Cappuccino Court — 7.2 miles (Center Street stop for espresso, casual breakfast, or lunch between Douglas shops and galleries)

• Crane Orchards & Crane's Pie Pantry — 7.3 miles (countryside stop for meals, pie, and seasonal fruit picking, with apples and a corn maze in fall)

• Saugatuck Brewing Company — 7.9 miles (Douglas pub with locally brewed beer, casual food, shuffleboard, skee-ball, and darts)

• Douglas Beach — 8.0 miles (small Lake Michigan beach with sunset views and stairs from a bluff-top picnic area to the sand)

• Mount Baldhead Park — 8.5 miles (climb of 303 wooden steps to views of the Kalamazoo River valley and Lake Michigan)

• Oval Beach — 9.4 miles (sandy Lake Michigan shoreline framed by dunes, with sunset views and seasonal parking fees)

• Fenn Valley Vineyards — 9.5 miles (an established lakeshore vineyard offering local wine tastings and guided vineyard or cellar experiences)

• Modales Wines — 9.5 miles (winery with organically farmed, cool-climate wines, guided tastings, patio flights, and vineyard walking tours)

• Evergreen Lane Farm & Creamery — 12.8 miles (working family farm and cheese shop with locally made goat's-milk and cow's-milk cheeses)



Guest Access:

Guests have private access to the home, deck, patio, sunroom, and wooded outdoor spaces. Free on-site parking is available.



The Neighborhood:

Our home is a comfortable base for exploring Saugatuck, Douglas, and the surrounding lakeshore. Plan a day around independent shops and galleries, a relaxed meal by the river, or time at Lake Michigan. Nearby trails, orchards, and wineries offer plenty of ways to enjoy the area. Please reach out to us for local recs!



Getting Around:

A car is the easiest way to explore Saugatuck, Douglas, Lake Michigan beaches, and the surrounding countryside. Free on-site parking is available at the home.



Other Things to Note:

Pets are not permitted.



Smoking, parties, and events are strictly not permitted.



Interaction with Guests:

We give our guests space to settle in and enjoy their stay, while remaining available if you need us. Please reach out with any questions before or during your visit.