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Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage

Birdie Cottage 

Birdie Cottage is the ideal place for a relaxing getaway with your closest friends.

Spend the evening on the spacious back deck grilling up a delicious meal with the sparkle of fairy lights just overhead and millions of stars in the distance. The outdoor dining table provides a place for not only a meal, but also a game of cards, a few beverages, and laughter while making memories. The surrounding nature, including mature trees, will make you feel like you're in the middle of nowhere.

Located just a 1/2 mile from the center of downtown Saugatuck, you'll never be short of things to do. Shops, restaurants, ice cream, parks, and people-watching are all just an easy stroll away. Smitten Mitten is also located across the street from the bike path which extends south into Douglas and north all the way to Grand Haven. If you're after Lake Michigan beaches and the sand between your toes, we have that too! The Saugatuck Dunes State Park, with hiking trails and beautiful beaches, is an easy 3-minute car ride or 15-minute bike. The Oval Beach and Douglas Beach are also easily accessible with just a 7-minute drive.

You will fall in love with the interior of Birdie Cottage. Enter through the huge screen porch, with relaxing chairs and outside dining, to a grand room complete with soaring ceilings. The comfortable living room furniture is perfect for kicking back and watching a movie. The equipped kitchen with stainless appliances also has a butcher block island with snack bar seating. The farmhouse sink with an oversized window overlooking the backyard provides a sweet touch of character. The unique master bedroom is a lofted space with a large queen bed. The separate den off the living room provides extra sleeping on the day bed with a trundle. The full bathroom in this home is a true treasure. With stone flooring, farmhouse-style lighting, and a claw foot bath, you'll love your time here. For a real treat, sink into a tub full of bubbles and watch the trees out the adjacent picture window.

Birdie Cottage is a magical place to get away - you'll want to return again and again!

Please Note
The bathroom has a door for privacy, but no other rooms do. Both the lofted bedroom and the den are open to the main living area. 
Heating is central throughout the house. Air conditioning is provided by a wall unit in the living room that cools the entire cottage.
There are no window coverings. Most windows have trees just outside them, but you can see the neighboring house in a few places.
The stairs and bedroom loft have low ceilings making it hard to stand upright except in the middle of the bedroom area.
The den has an Ikea Hemnes day bed with a trundle. If you use the trundle, the beds lay side by side equivalent size to a king bed.
We ask that you only use the fireplace in the winter. 
There is no cable service provided. There is a Smart TV so you can stream all your favorite apps. Please remember to log out before your departure.

Birdie Cottage
Sleeps 4
Lofted Bedroom (Queen Bed)
Open Den (Day Bed with Trundle)
Full Bathroom (Claw Foot Tub and Shower Combo)
Open Floor Plan
Equipped Kitchen
No Dishwasher
Microwave
Keurig & Drip Coffee Maker
Flat Screen Smart TV
Wireless Internet
Radio
Washer & Dryer
Huge Deck
Outdoor Dining
BBQ Grill
Screen Porch
Private Space Surrounded by Trees
Fully Fenced Backyard
Relaxing and Breezy Atmosphere
Off Street Parking for 2 Cars
Dogs Welcome with additional $100 per pet fee

Property manager

Mill Pond Realty

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs are welcome with a $100 per dog fee.

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

111707

About the neighborhood

Map
Saugatuck, MI

What's nearby

  • Butler Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Silver Lake - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Oval Beach - 12 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage located?

Situated in Saugatuck, this vacation home is steps from Kalamazoo River and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Michigan. Kalamazoo Lake and Butler Street are also within 10 minutes.

Birdie Cottage: Screen Porch, Deck, Downtown, Fenced Yard, Idyllic Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peggy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just "OK"
pos+: internet speed, Mill Pond, high ceilings neg-: pics of unit outdated.Bathroom is horrible and obvious mildew/mold smell. Bedroom upstairs is not fit for adults. You can't stand up and stairs treacherous. Spiderwebs on porch. Yard has not been tended to in years. Price should be adjusted to reflect condition. Suggest no more than $300/night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Birdie Cottage is tucked away behind beautiful trees and bushes. The cottage is charming and decorated beautifully. We enjoyed the convenience to downtown Saugatuck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birdie Cottage review
Birdie cottage is aesthetically beautiful both with the landscaping outside and interior decorating inside. Everything worked perfectly. Unfortunately, the description and photos of the bedroom loft were not indicative of what we experienced. The stairs are narrow with low ceilings thus making difficult to climb and even worse to decend. The apex of the loft is about 6 ft and awkward to move around. I would not recommend Birdie Cottage to those you who are elderly; with mobility issues, or more than five feet tall. Also, the AC is greatly under powered with the hot weather we are now experiencing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Sister get away!
One of kind quaint cottage walkable to downtown shopping. The home had everything we needed and more. We enjoyed every inch from having breakfast on the front porch to cheese & wine on the back deck at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birdie Cottage getaway
This property is nicely tucked away off a street within easy walking distance to anything downtown Saugatuck. The cottage is unique with updated appliances making for a nice and cozy experience. We loved our stay! Saugatuck is a quiet little town and has shops, good coffee and food throughout Saugatuck and Douglas. We will be back soon! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler T., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Everything exceeded our expectations! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage with wonderful location
We had a great stay at the Smitten Mitten cottage. The house was beautifully remodeled with classic original fixtures blended in that worked so well. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our two pups. It was a 5-10min walk into the most charming town passing by gorgeous homes along the way. Oval beach was a quick drive, and just as beautiful as everyone says. We would definitely stay again if we take another trip to Saugatuck, MI!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved the Smitten Mitten!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Smitten Mitten was a charming cottage in a cozy setting and the perfect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness
adorable getaway
we had a great time at the smitten mitten :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023