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The Roost at The Southerner

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Place, Butler Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Saugatuck

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Saugatuck, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. .This cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Kalamazoo River and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kalamazoo Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 16 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Grill @ Clearbrook - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The BARge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Roost at The Southerner

Adorable pet-friendly cottage within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and all it has to offer. Main room offers a gas fireplace, TV and full kitchen with a pull-out loveseat and space to dine. Queen bed in bedroom, ensuite bath with shower and laundry room. A/C, ceiling fans & shady location. Private parking and outdoor garden area. Perfect stay for a couple + 1. Be sure to take advantage of the popular restaurant The Southerner right next door. The restaurant can be quite busy in the summer so there's fantastic people watching from your private patio but it ends service at 10pm so no late night noise or commotion.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cottage features books, games, and sledding nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 68 degrees
Place garbage in The Southerner’s dumpster

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Saugatuck
Cottage with room for 3 next to The Southerner
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage Saugatuck

The Roost at The Southerner Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 223 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Roost was Perfect! Clean, cozy and just a few blocks from town so easy walking on sidewalks to get to town. I would stay at The Roost again and would highly recommend it to a couple traveling to this area. The cottage was exactly as described in the listing and we had everything we needed.
The Roost-October 20, 2025
The Roost
Singapore Park area by The Butler restaurant
Park at night
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy E., Springfield, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Roost at the Southerner is a cute, comfy, clean cottage, cozily nestled in a corner of paradise. It had everything we needed and more, including a heated bathroom floor. We could easily see ourselves living there. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms, well prepared/well stocked… The new Adirondack chairs - very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T., Cincinnati Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
The Roost was perfect for our 4 day stay in Saugatuck! The cottage was cozy and very comfortable. We’d definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little home for a short getaway, and a short walk from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Kizewski S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a cute cottage with everything we needed. The host was super responsive. We walked to town. There is so much to do. It was very clean and pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Lynn W., East Lansing, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
This was Very clean. Amy was easy to reach and responed quickly, less than 1/2 hour. The Roost is as discribed. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay. The pictures don’t really do The Roost justice. It is a really cute cottage with everything you’ll need. It’s close to all the fun in Saugatuck!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

B C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to town. Very clean. Host thought of everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Roost was clean and well stocked. Enjoyed the outdoor space. Easy walk into town. Many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dawn w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly was a plus! Would like to see patio enclosed though for dogs.Very neat, great location!Loved the Southern restaurant next door as well!
Great kitchen with wine cooler!
Lovely patio area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a happy place! We’ve been visiting Saugatuck for years and love it here. We had such a wonderful stay at the Roost last month we just had to come back for a last-minute, end of summer short stay (Thanks Amy!). We’ve stayed at other pup friendly places but none have been as perfect. The outside is cute, well landscaped with comfortable sitting areas for morning coffee and glowing string lights welcoming us back after an evening in town.The interior is smartly designed, nicely furnished, with essentials stocked. We appreciate the washer/dryer convenience and so important… the cottage is always well cleaned and maintained. We’re glad to share we have found our go-to home away from home here in Saugatuck, at the Roost. Looking forward to many good times ahead!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
My dog and I had a great stay at The Roost. It had everything we needed and is so adorable. I imagine we'll stay here again sometime when visiting Saugatuck. Amy was also great and responded super promptly to any of my questions and messages. Thanks again!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our 3rd time at The Roost and we loved it once again! The location is fabulous and we always love The Southener and Saugatuck. And Lincoln loved it too. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage - walkable to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I (and our doodle) had a lovely stay at the Roost! The Cottage was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. The location is great and downtown is easily accessible on foot or a short car ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage and bonus of being so close to The Southerer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very fute and clean. Great location! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Perfect location. Close to town and beautiful Lake Michigan. Great restaurants and many art galleries. Doe and 2 fawns were close by!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas is July

Such a cute little cottage!!! So clean and darling. Handy for marina and walks into town along waterfront. Wonderful spot!!! Have stayed here before and love being back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick getaway

Excellent location. Convenient location. Comfortable, clean & happy with the stay. The Wo-go was slow & useless but outside of that it was well worth the stay & would definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo G., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect-small but everything you need is there! We would come again-we love visiting Michigan
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most perfect Saugatuck stay!

As frequent travelers and having been to Saugatuck several times, not only was this our favorite Saugatuck stay yet, but one of our absolute favorite vacation rentals overall! The house was immaculate, so cozy, quiet and comfortable. The proximity to everything was wonderful-- walkable to everything downtown, yet removed enough from all of the crowds and hustle and bustle. Amy was a wonderful, communicative host and the house had everything we could possibly need and more! We cannot wait to come back and stay again-- it will be our go-to Saugatuck rental from now on!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025