Summary:
Built in 1834 as a farmhouse, this 4-bedroom historic home in Saugatuck is a 3.3 mile drive to Douglas Beach Park on Lake Michigan. Cook in two kitchens, one on each floor, gather by the wood-burning fireplace, and spend evenings around the fire pit on the shaded deck. Sleeps 10 with 6 bikes and a driveway for up to 8 cars, so big groups and families can explore together.
The Space:
At a Glance:
• 4 BR / 2 BA · Sleeps 10
• Beds: King (primary), King, Queen, Full, 2 Twins (fold-out and roll-out)
• Two kitchens, one on each floor
• 3.3 mile drive to Douglas Beach Park
• 4 adult and 2 kids' bikes · Fire pit · Gas grill
• Washing machine & dryer · Driveway for up to 8 cars
The Home:
The Elizabeth House was built in 1834 as a farmhouse, with original attic dormers and later 20th-century additions. There are two kitchens, one on each floor, plus a formal dining room for 6 and kitchen counter seating for 4. The living room has vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace and a TV.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms:
Bedrooms are on both floors. The primary bedroom has a king bed, a second bedroom has a king bed, a third has a queen bed and a fourth has a full bed. A twin fold-out bed in the upstairs kitchen and a twin roll-out bed add sleeping space for 2 more.
Outdoor Living:
A large wooden deck shaded by mature trees is set up for morning coffee and dinner outside, with a round table for 5 under an umbrella and 2 comfortable chairs. The fire pit has seating for 5, and there is a gas grill in back. The yard has room for badminton, football and volleyball.
Included for Your Stay:
Beach: 4 beach chairs and 2 coolers.
Bikes: 4 adult bikes, 2 children's bikes, a tire pump and a key bike lock.
Kitchen extras: mixer, toaster oven, toaster, blender, tea kettle, drip coffee maker with grinder, and fridge water and ice.
Location:
The home is in Saugatuck, close to city centre galleries, shops and restaurants and the Kalamazoo River. Douglas Beach Park is a 3.3 mile drive, and Oval Beach, Mount Baldhead and the Saugatuck Chain Ferry are all nearby.
The Important Details:
• Self check-in with a smart lock.
• Pets: no pets of any kind.
• Parking: a long single-width driveway fits up to 8 cars. The garage is not available for parking.
To give our guests flexibility and peace of mind, we offer two ways to cover accidental damage during your stay. Choose either a $50 non-refundable damage fee or a $1,000 refundable hold. This payment is collected after booking and before check-in.