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The Roost at The Southerner

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Butler Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • 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 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Dayz - ‬3 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.

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 manager

Amy Cook

Languages

English

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No vaping of any type.

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

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
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. 192 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 204 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage!

We loved staying in this adorable cottage for our babymoon. It was the perfect size and walking distance to the downtown area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage!

Loved everything about this stay. Close to everything and has everything you need! Cant wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage in Saugatuck

We had the best time at The Roost. Its a cute little cottage but packed with everything you could possibly want or need. Its even cuter in person with great artwork and cute little touches everywhere. Walking distance to town and a stone's throw from a fantastic restaurant. If you're planning a trip to Saugatuck, BOOK THIS PLACE! You wont be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Stars – A Perfect Cottage Getaway in Saugatuck!We absolutely loved our stay at this adorable cottage in Saugatuck! The space was stylish, thoughtfully updated, and full of charm—from the beautiful artwork to the cozy, inviting feel of the home. The location couldn’t have been better—just a short walk to both downtown Saugatuck and Douglas, and right next to The Southerner (we ate there twice and loved it!).When we arrived, there was a small snafu with check-in, but the owner responded immediately and went above and beyond to make things right. Their communication was fast, helpful, and incredibly kind throughout our stay.This sweet cottage became the perfect home base for our sister vacation—we spent our days shopping, exploring the area, and relaxing at the beach, and loved coming back to such a comfortable, well-kept place each evening. We also appreciated the owner’s attention to sustainability and the thoughtful touches throughout the home.Highly recommend this gem! A wonderful stay all around—thank you for helping make our getaway so memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and location. Perfect size for couple getting away. 3rd trip out to Saugatuck, and easily our fave place stayed. Directly next to the Southerner, still very quiet. We’d pick it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

This was the perfect cozy cottage for 2. Very clean and plenty of room for 2 to fit comfortably. I was worried at first seeing the restaurant right next door but I didn’t hear a peep the entire time. Great spot right off of all the buzz of downtown but still walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Such a cute place! Loved being walking distance to downtown while having the peace and quiet of a neighborhood and so convenient to pop over to the Southerner for a night cap!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

What a great cottage! Very clean, well appointed. Amy has done an incredible job at appointing the cottage with all the necessities. Even umbrellas for those rainy days. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect stay for a weekend in Michigan!

The cottage was so nice and well kept. Seems like it was recently renovated - the pictures don’t do it justice! Perfect size for a weekend getaway for a wedding in saugatuck. The host was wonderful and super easy to work with. It was lovely being able to bring our dog. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Such a cute cozy cottage. Everything is tastefully updated and even has a hidden dishwasher. It was super clean and well-stocked. The patio is a lovely place to read and relax. The location is convenient to town with The Southerner just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet little cottage

We loved our stay, it is a short walk to town and the southerner restaurant is wonderful! I would suggest putting rug pads down to prevent tripping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage for two.

Cute and comfortable cottage that was very clean. First thing I noticed upon entering the cottage was how nice it smelled. It’s close to town in a nice neighborhood and an easy walk too town. Only drawback is no yard. Cute patio though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable

My husband and I and our fur baby stayed 2 nights. Cozy little place was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Get Away

Very well done remodel of cottage - was very peaceful - we did visit off season 3/31-4/3 - it would be hopping for sure during height of season. Cottage is right off parking lot of the Southerner
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drayton E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Cute and perfect stay for our getaway. Great location and wonderful listing that had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Raving about The Roost

Stayed here with our dogs for the second year. Wonderful place! Cant beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

Nice clean small place. Centrally located
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay!

My husband and I celebrated our anniversary weekend at this property last year. We had such a wonderful stay that we booked a return visit for our 34th anniversary. Our dog Charlie travels with us and we were able to enjoy hiking at the State park while he was safe and sound at the Roost. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025