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Chateau d'Vine Victorian Farmhouse

2.0 star property

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Douglas, MI
  • Place, Kalamazoo Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Douglas

With a stay at this vacation home in Douglas, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Kalamazoo Lake. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Saugatuck Chain Ferry and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society.
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What's nearby

  • Kalamazoo Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Butler Street - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Oval Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coral Gables Il Forno - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Chateau d'Vine Victorian Farmhouse

Summary:

Chateau d’Vine is a charming Victorian farmhouse offering a warm blend of historic character, wine-themed décor, and modern comfort. With multiple bedrooms, three seasonal cottages, and a dedicated recreation room, it’s ideal for family gatherings, retreats, and group getaways. Guests love unwinding in the hot tub, gathering around the fire pit, or exploring the nearby towns of Saugatuck and Douglas. Just minutes from beaches, shops, wineries, and local trails, this home offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.



The Space:

Built in the 1870s by William Graham Tisdale, Chateau d’Vine offers a unique stay filled with Victorian touches, artistic accents, and thoughtful amenities. The main house features five bedrooms, multiple ensuite baths, a spacious living area with an electric fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining room perfect for shared meals. Upstairs, guests will find additional bedrooms, a bunk room, and a full bath—creating ample space for larger groups to enjoy privacy when needed.



Three charming cottages (available April–November) add even more flexibility, each with its own bedroom and private bath. A dedicated recreation room in the converted garage offers a TV area, poker and card tables, and more than 100 board games. Outdoors, relax in the hot tub overlooking expansive natural wetlands, enjoy lawn games, fire up the grill for dinner, or gather around the bonfire for s’mores.



Why Guests Love This Home

• Spacious historic farmhouse with wine-themed rooms and artistic touches.

• Hot tub with panoramic views of the wetlands.

• Recreation room with 100+ games for all ages.

• Multiple cottages for flexible group stays (seasonal).

• Large outdoor dining space and cozy fire pit area.



Nearby Attractions

• Downtown Douglas — 5 min drive: restaurants, cafés, shops, antiques.

• Saugatuck Chain Ferry — 15 min walk: historic ferry to downtown Saugatuck.

• Oval Beach — 7 min drive: iconic Lake Michigan sunsets.

• Local wineries & breweries — 10–15 min drive: wine tastings + tours.

• Lake Michigan dunes + wooded trails — nearby: scenic hikes and beach paths.



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the main farmhouse, backyard spaces, hot tub, recreation room, and parking areas. Entry is completely self-guided with a smart lock for easy check-in any time after 4:00 PM. During winter months (November–March), the three cottages are closed, and max occupancy reflects main-house capacity. Outdoor furniture may be winterized depending on weather. Up to two dogs are welcome with advance notice and a pet fee.



The Neighborhood:

Located on the border of Saugatuck and Douglas, the home sits in a peaceful, nature-rich area just minutes from both towns. Douglas offers boutique shops, antique stores, cafés, and local art studios, while Saugatuck is known for its vibrant arts scene, waterfront views, and summer festivals. Guests love the walkable access to the historic Chain Ferry, the welcoming small-town feel, and the proximity to Lake Michigan beaches, scenic trails, and local wineries.



Getting Around:

The home is conveniently located for walking, biking, or driving. Downtown Douglas and the Chain Ferry are within a 15-minute walk, while most beaches, wineries, and attractions are a quick drive away. Rideshares are available seasonally, and the Interurban on-call transit service offers easy, affordable transportation throughout Douglas, Saugatuck, and Fennville for just $1 per ride.



Other Things to Note:

Our rentals are equipped with all the basic cooking essentials you'll need for a seamless cooking experience. Including pots and pans, utensils, a wide array of spices and seasonings and more. Whip up your favorite recipes, experiment with new local flavors, and savor the joy of cooking in the comfort of your home away from home. 



Bring your furry friends along on your next vacation! Please let us know in advance if you're bringing your pets with you. We happily welcome up to two dogs on our premises. A dog guest fee charge of $145 will apply (emotional support included and feline friends are prohibited).



If you have any issues booking, please reach out to us directly.



All of our vacation rentals follow local and state tax rules. Your booking will include applicable taxes, a cleaning fee along with a safety and damage protection policy. We want to ensure the safety and security of our guests and properties. When you book a vacation home with us, you will be required to sign a rental agreement after booking along with completing a verification process. To complete the verification, you will be contacted via email and/or text message. Please be sure to complete this before your arrival, so we can confirm your reservation. Prior to booking, please reach out to us directly if you would like to see the rental agreement.



We recommend securing travel insurance to protect your investment should you need to cancel your reservation outside of the allotted window or due to inclement weather or any other factor.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

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Chateau d'Vine Victorian Farmhouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laura C., Shelby Township, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
So overall, I can say I would recommend this home to stay in. But there are definite upgrades that need to be made. It is an older home, so some things can’t be helped. However, the yard is in need of serious repair. We had a couple people tripping on holes and things in the dark as nothing is lit well. Also, if you like to cook, be aware the cookware is in need of serious improvement. There were pots and pans that no one should eat from. (Scratches on teflon, etc) But the rooms were nice sized, with the suites being very large with nice baths. And the cabins were perfect for privacy for our adult children.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and enjoyed the the perfect location. The only complaint we have is the middle cabin was so damp the bedding was wet. We didn't need that cabin so it really didn't affect our stay. The host was very easy to work with and very accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended Family Get-Together

Chateau de Vin was perfect for our group. We had two families with kids in the main house, two sets of grandparents and an aunt/uncle in the cabins. The whole place was spotlessly clean, very spacious and had everything we needed for a fun long weekend. We loved the gathering space in the backyard and the Adirondacks on the front porch. Super close to the Root Beer Barrel, Douglas Beach, the chain ferry and Mt. Balfour/Oval Beach. The host allowed us to bring two extra dogs for a fee so we didn’t have to leave anyone behind. Highly recommend this stay for a big group!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place for a family get together

My niece was married over the weekend and we wanted to stay in a place that housed most of the family. This place was above and beyond perfect. Everyone had a place to sleep. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen stocked with anything you needed and the grounds were perfect for hanging out during the day and night. Saugatuck was a great place to go shopping and sit by the water. We could not have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pat N., WOODRIDGE, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Chateau d’Vine

The amenities were very nice. The rooms were much smaller than they appeared in the photos. We stayed in the upstairs queen bedroom. The mattress was awful, I moved to the bunk bed next door. A mirror in the bedroom would be nice, as would more counter space in the bathroom. For makeup curling iron etc. the linens and towels were luxe. Overall a lovely home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

This property was perfect for our family. There were 8 adults and 6 kids ranging in age from 3-72. Lots of room to spread out. Kitchen was well equipped. Front porch was great for morning coffee and evening cocktails. The Ferry road closure was a little inconvenient but turned out fine because it reduced the traffic. Loved the short walk to the coffee shop!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yoga retreat

Location was beautiful!! Probably not my best choice for a yoga retreat but we definitely made it work and we loved it! Luxurious rooms and the grounds were fantastic! Location was perfect and I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Layout

Great family getaway for a weekend wedding with extended family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and wonderful!

19 family members enjoyed 5 days at this well equipped and spacious resort. The 3 cottages were a great assit and the grounds were superb for adults and children. The hot tub and the seperared game room were thoroughly enjoyed. You can easily walk to Lake Michigan or Sagatuck. We plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Something for everyone

We stayed in the Chateau for a high school friends reunion trip. Our group included 10 adults, 2 teens, 2 small children and 2 dogs. Plenty of space for all of us, lots of fun in the yard playing games. We utilized the fire pit nightly and the patio for coffee each morning. As noted, group space inside the house is small - but doable. And there is a ton of space outside. Highly recommend — clean, manager was responsive, check in/check out was easy and the “honey do” list was COMPLETELY reasonable! Really enjoyed our experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Stay

The property was just as described. It was 5 minutes at most from Saugatuck and minutes from the beach. We held a very private wedding there with about 10 guests. The grounds were pretty and there were tons of games for the kids to play with. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sreejith P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Fun getaway for friends

We 4 colleagues and our families decided to get away from Chicago for Thanksgiving weekend. This was a good place to get away to, with 5 bedrooms (including a kids room with a bunk bed) in the main house, three other bedrooms in standalone cabins, and a game room with enough games to keep a horde of kids occupied. The entire compound is well-maintained, and is great for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad m., Pinckney USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Property worked out perfectly for a family gathering

Great location and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Chateau D’Vine was the perfect location for our extended family as we celebrated our Mom’s 90th birthday! The property comfortably accommodated our family (13 adults, 2 children). The house and cottages were clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well appointed and the location was great!! We all had a wonderful time in this lovely setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing location, wonderful amenities and attentive hosts ! Thank you

Easy to book, very responsive hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

Chateau D'Vine was the perfect spot for our family as we gathered for our son's wedding. The place was clean, the beds very comfortable. It's a charming old house. We found the inside common areas to be a little cramped for how many the house holds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great family getaway

We had a great experience with Upscale Rentals. They were very responsive to all of our questions and the house and cabin came equipped with everything we needed. The game room was a nice addition for the kids but did have a very musty odor and the door was broken from the inside so if the kids shut the door tight they got trapped. Wait maybe that’s a good thing 😃 The living room is very small but it wasn’t a big deal for us, we mostly used the front porch and the screened in patio. One other piece of feedback, I would add another garbage container. For a home holding 23 people and once a week trash pick-up, we ran out of room in the bins.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Family Reunion

Our family reunion included up to 18 guests and the facilities comfortably accommodated our family. The location is especially nice because you can walk/bike around the area and enjoy local highlights.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need

Something for everyone to do from yard games to hot tub to entertainment room. Comfortable lodging for all 20 of us and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B., Manteno, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation—Making memories.

All 17 of us were very pleased with Chateau d’ Vine. Was everything that was advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ritsu K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

We were just 10 people so we had plenty of room in the four bedroom main house and three cabins. The kitchen was well appointed and we had enough seating at the dining table for all of us to dine together. The screened in porch was lovely, and mornings we sat out on the decks to listen to the birds. We saw some beautiful orioles and a green heron. The hot tub was well maintained and we had a nice soak after climbing the stairs at Mt Baldy. My 94YO father was thrilled to be able to spend time with all his children and most grandchildren in this beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ady M., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place, to relax and have family time playing games, in the hottub or just enjoying time

Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend Getaway with Friends

We had a long weekend and had a great stay with 6 couples in the house, property was as described and well maintained. Walkable to Douglas and Saugatuck (30 min.). Great setting to lounge in and kitchen was really well equipped with everything you needed - actually very surprised how well equipped. Really enjoyed it. We had a problem with one of the electronic locks and the property manager was very fast to respond to help resolve the issue. Would definitely stay here again with a large group!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Yelena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Way too small for group of 23 as listed. Cottages were small, had odor of a stuffy room.

This property is not big enough for group of 23 as it says in the listing. We had 22 people in our group for our 25th anniversary. To accommodate our guests we had to share king bed with our son , and share the room with my mother in law. So total of 4 people in master bedroom. Not to mention ,that pull out couch is blocking the entrance, so you can not leave or enter the room. First of all it is not safe in case of emergency and it is very uncomfortable. The bathroom upstairs had to be shared between 4 people ( 2 bedrooms) had no lock, so no privacy. The bedroom with 2 single beds way too small, beds too short for adults, room stays hot, no air. When we arrived, we contacted the host to confirm that this place sleeps 23 , the host suggested that my husband ( who is 6'1) should sleep on the couch in the living room on the main floor. The couch is not even long enough to sleep anybody, most definitely not somebody who is 6'1. Cottages were very small, they had odor. This property is ok for young crowd, who do not care where to sleep or do not need privacy in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021