House in Saugatuck, MI
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this house rental
"Beautiful," "close to everything," "comfortable," and "super clean"--in the words of some of our many repeat guests. One of the original Vrbo Saugatuck listings--we hosted our first guests in 2004--this popular home is made available each summer and fall. Perfect for 2 to 8 friends, 1 to 4 couples, and small family groups that include grandparents.
Walk to everything, even the beach if you're up for an adventure that includes a pedestrian ferry! You will feel like a local when you vacation in this lovingly restored home located just one short block from charming downtown Saugatuck, on The Hill, a leafy residential neighborhood. Walk to shops, galleries, cafes, pubs, a day spa, a yoga studio, an amazing playground, and the beautiful harbor boardwalks. Rent a bike and explore picturesque neighborhoods, country roads, and our world famous coastline. If you've never seen a Great Lake, you'll swear you've stumbled upon the sea, but--no salt, no sharks, no worries. Relax on the most beautiful beaches anywhere.
Perfect for eco-conscious travelers. Stunningly beautiful natural areas and one of Michigan's wildest state parks are right nearby. We make it easy to recycle and compost, if you'd like to. The gardens and lawn have been maintained without the use of toxic chemicals for nearly three decades.
Inside, relax in the living room, dining room, den/bedroom (with French doors), and eat-in kitchen, which all flow together, plus three bedrooms and two full baths. We collect art and books and have filled the rooms with both. We want you to be comfortable and have fun while traveling light. You'll arrive to find everything clean and made up for you, so all you have to do is unpack. Kick off your shoes and settle in!
Outside, lounge in the shade or sun of the large lush fenced yard while the kids climb around in the treehouse with slide. Fire up the charcoal grill or the fire pit on the lawn.
You'll find a basement laundry and detached garage (for storage, not parking). The yard is entirely enclosed--by a 3- to 4-foot picket fence on three sides and a six-foot privacy fence on the fourth.
Bike rentals are available nearby and the Interurban (a shuttle bus service) is on-call for short trips around town and to the beach. You'll want a car for family trips to the beach with gear, but note that it's just a three-mile bike ride, and it's also walkable if you're up for an adventure that includes crossing the river on the chain ferry.
We supply bed, bath, and kitchen linens, basic soaps (hand, dish, laundry, and shampoo), and enough paper products to get you started. Don't forget your beach towels and sunscreen.
We're available by phone when you need us, and often in person on checkin and checkout days. ***Covid-19 update: Contact-free check in***
Walk to everything, even the beach if you're up for an adventure that includes a pedestrian ferry! You will feel like a local when you vacation in this lovingly restored home located just one short block from charming downtown Saugatuck, on The Hill, a leafy residential neighborhood. Walk to shops, galleries, cafes, pubs, a day spa, a yoga studio, an amazing playground, and the beautiful harbor boardwalks. Rent a bike and explore picturesque neighborhoods, country roads, and our world famous coastline. If you've never seen a Great Lake, you'll swear you've stumbled upon the sea, but--no salt, no sharks, no worries. Relax on the most beautiful beaches anywhere.
Perfect for eco-conscious travelers. Stunningly beautiful natural areas and one of Michigan's wildest state parks are right nearby. We make it easy to recycle and compost, if you'd like to. The gardens and lawn have been maintained without the use of toxic chemicals for nearly three decades.
Inside, relax in the living room, dining room, den/bedroom (with French doors), and eat-in kitchen, which all flow together, plus three bedrooms and two full baths. We collect art and books and have filled the rooms with both. We want you to be comfortable and have fun while traveling light. You'll arrive to find everything clean and made up for you, so all you have to do is unpack. Kick off your shoes and settle in!
Outside, lounge in the shade or sun of the large lush fenced yard while the kids climb around in the treehouse with slide. Fire up the charcoal grill or the fire pit on the lawn.
You'll find a basement laundry and detached garage (for storage, not parking). The yard is entirely enclosed--by a 3- to 4-foot picket fence on three sides and a six-foot privacy fence on the fourth.
Bike rentals are available nearby and the Interurban (a shuttle bus service) is on-call for short trips around town and to the beach. You'll want a car for family trips to the beach with gear, but note that it's just a three-mile bike ride, and it's also walkable if you're up for an adventure that includes crossing the river on the chain ferry.
We supply bed, bath, and kitchen linens, basic soaps (hand, dish, laundry, and shampoo), and enough paper products to get you started. Don't forget your beach towels and sunscreen.
We're available by phone when you need us, and often in person on checkin and checkout days. ***Covid-19 update: Contact-free check in***
Amenities at Ethel's House--Your Home Away from Home--Downtown Saugatuck
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Garden
Kettle
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Bath or shower
Ironing facilities
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer
Map of Saugatuck, MI
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Ethel's House is immaculate, comfortable, convenient, charming, and very thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possible need. Lots of helpful notes provided throughout the property, terrific communication. Our family of voracious readers was blown away by the libraries, and it became a daily activity to find more treasures in the bookshelves. Super safe and quiet neighborhood, quick and easy walk to tons of shops and restaurants. One of the top VRBO properties we have booked, and we hope to return soon.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Ethel’s House was beautiful and conveniently located. We enjoyed the backyard, large windows, and mid-century modern furnishings. My wife and I both never wanted to leave. :) My father-in-law loves Saugatuck, so we can’t wait to make Ethel’s House a part of our vacation tradition. We had to drive to go to Oval Beach, Mt. Baldhead, and Douglas, but most of the main shopping, dining, and other attractions were walking distance from the house. We ate out most of the time, but had one morning of chicken and waffles, and the kitchen is FULLY stocked, including a couple of items we accidentally left! Ha! There are plenty of puzzles and games, and a professorial amount of books. As an English teacher, I found myself in my own personal heaven, with poetry books of all kinds on the shelves! Beach reads build in! Ha! But truly, it was a fantastic stay; thank you!!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
We were in town for a wedding, the house was perfect for our family of five. A short walk from downtown but quiet at night. Can’t wait to return!
5.0 / 10.0·Oct 2016
I can't rave enough about this house, and it was perfect for our girls weekend. From the unique art on the walls, to the hundreds of interesting books in every room, it just exuded warmth and comfort. Location was ideal too. We will definitely be back!
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(67 Ratings)
"Ethel's House is immaculate, comfortable, convenient, charming, and very thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possible need. Lots of helpful notes provided throughout the property, terrific ..."
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