The Kingsley House

"Best Breakfast," Bedandbreakfast Awards. Recently featured in Forbes as one of the Top 50 Ritzy Rezorts of the U.S.

Ideally Located in the heart of wine country, fruit orchards, Lake Michigan and Allegan State Forest. Saugatuck,... more

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"Romantic B & B" 7/21/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Wow! What a wonderful getaway the Kingsley House is. From the moment we checked in everything was perfect. The Braeburn suite is secluded and private with an exquisite whirlpool tub. Dave makes the most wonderful breakfasts and cookies! The... read more


"Kingsley House" 7/14/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Great B&B

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"Simply the Best!" 7/14/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

This was the best bed & breakfast experience I have had. We will definitely return. The service was great. The food was delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable.

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"Great Bed and Breakfast" 7/13/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

What a wonderfully peaceful place to stay! We loved it! Thank you for the great hospitality, the picnic basket and chocolates upon our arrival. You've been such a help. We will definitely be back again and we are telling our friends.

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"Beautiful Inn" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Very pleasant overnite stay at the Kingsley House...close to Douglas/Saugatuck...recommendation for dinner at resturant in Douglas was outstanding...would suggest a brief explanation of how to get the DVD player to work for those of us technically... read more


"Amazing holiday weekend thanks to Kingsley!" 7/4/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Words can not express how much we are blown away by this place! Dave's heart and soul is reflected in every corner of the Inn. From the massages, to the picnic basket, to the amazing details of the Inn and more....we will definitely be back soon!

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"Romantic B&B" 7/2/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The Kingsley House was a great romantic getaway for our five year anniversary. Located in a quiet small town and yet very close to bigger cities. read more


"vacation" 7/2/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Nice place

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"Wedding Weekend" 7/1/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The Kingsley House is a beautiful retreat. If you are looking for a place to elope, this is it. Dave handled everything for us from the flowers to the cake and champaign as well as the minister. Our ceremony was beautiful. The food was excellent and... read more


"Wedding at the Kingsley" 7/1/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We were married here and it was just beautiful! We wanted a simple yet elegant ceremony and Dave put it all together for us. Everything was wonderful, we would recommend this elopement package to anyone! The breakfasts were unique and... read more


"Expensive, but very nice." 7/1/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We loved everything about the Cider Nook. The inroom massages were incredible. The only downside was the price, a bit steep for a Sunday-Monday stay. Other than that the Inn is great in every way. read more


"Nice getaway" 6/17/2008
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A pleasant and relaxing experience. This B&B was clean, quiet and had all the ammenities we needed! We will go back.

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"Lovely Relaxing Weekend" 6/11/2008
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We had a wonderful weekend at the Kingsley House! Everything was close enough to be convenient, and the winery down the street was an added bonus! In between all the 'tourist' activities, we enjoyed just relaxing and watching a thunderstorm roll in... read more


"Hospitality and the B&B " 6/11/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Gerald & Donita Traeye (Flint, MI) The most important thing that will stick in our minds was the excellent hospitality we experienced. Our first night, their was a very bad Thunderstorm and Tornado. We thought we were safe in our room in... read more


"4 Stars for Kingsley House" 6/9/2008
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We have returned several times and enjoy the hospitality and privacy. I would highly recommend the Kingsley House.

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"Superb!" 6/6/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We have stayed at many B&B’s across the country, but never have we ever experienced anything quite like the Kingsley House. This Inn is top notch in every way imaginable, from the breakfasts, to the decor, rooms, amenities, cleanliness,... read more


"Nice but not to be considered the best" 6/5/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

A lovely place to stay with a lot of conforts but our room was nice with a really small bath and for this reason not so confortable. The town is small and with not many restaurants or services near it.

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"Good Getaway" 6/3/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

The Kingsley House is a great place to sneak away and relax. The rooms are nice. The food is great. The area offers a lot to do for a very reasonable price, and the local dining is out of this world!

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"A wonderful stay" 6/1/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We stayed one night at The Kingsley House and wish we could have stayed for a week- so pleasant, so relaxing. The room was perfect- very clean and very comfortable and we certainly felt at home. We'll be back. read more


"Enjoyable weekend getaway" 5/23/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

My wife and I spent a long weekend here recently. Although not located in one of the "tourist" towns, it is only a short drive to Holland, Saugatuck, and South Haven. Breakfast was good and the fresh cookies and baked goods were quite... read more


"Excellent!" 5/19/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

This was a spontaneous trip to see the Tulip Festival and I am glad that I saw the listing for the Kingsley House on the B&B website. The parlor and bottomless cookie jar were a welcome treat after a long drive from the Detroit area. The rooms... read more


"Fantastic Stay " 5/17/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2007

5/5/08 - We just returned from a four day stay at the Kingsley House and can not say enough about our stay - Dave was a great host and provided for us everything we needed. He is also a GREAT cook with brownies and homemade cookies available every... read more


"Top of the list B&B" 5/14/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

What a wonderful place to stay. Dave was very friendly and made sure our needs were met. The rooms were very clean, decor was excellent. I would recommend this B&B to anyone. Spend time on the front porch and just let time go by. What a great... read more


"internet doesn't do justice!" 5/12/2008
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The internet doesn't do this room justice. The hospitality was great. The breakfasts were awesome. I would recommend this place for your first B&B experience anytime. read more


"Victorian Charm" 5/12/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Thank you so much for completely exceeding our expectations and making our wedding day a real life fairytale! We can't wait to come back for our anniversary!!!!!

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"Our new favorite!" 5/12/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

A beautiful and accommodating B and B with lots of extra touches. Dave has though of everything!

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"A wonderful Stay!" 5/12/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Our congratulations to Dave & his staff for the fantastic success of his Bed & Breakfast. This proved to be a wonderful highlight to our trip to the Holland area for the 2008 Tulip Festival. The Inn exceeded our expectations in so many ways... read more


"one of the best!" 5/11/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

what a delite it was to stay in this very clean and charming B & B..........everything we needed was there for us..........and dave, the inn-keeper, was truly a wonderful & warm host. hats off to this B & B........it is one of the... read more


"5 days at the Kingsley House" 5/9/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

The Kingsley House is a beautifully preserved and maintained Victorian home that affords comfort and convenience to its guests. Mr. Drees is a great innkeeper and serves wonderful breakfasts - each day is a unique experience. My sister and I each... read more


"A lovely getaway" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

My husband and I had a great time at the Kingsley House. The hospitality and attention to detail was amazing. I would recommend this B&B to anyone who just needs a break from life for awhile. read more


"a wonderful weekend" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

We enjoyed the Kingsley very much. Hospitality was beyond great. You guys spoiled us and we loved that. The breakfasts were outstanding. Keep up the good job!! Bread pudding was one of my favorites. And the location was great to all local areaa.

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"Truly Enjoyed my Visit" 4/29/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

My wife and I enjoyed our visit to Kingsley House. The house was very interesting to stay in, the guests were fun and the rooms and services great. I was a little disappointed in the immediate town (though it looks like it is growing) but it is... read more


"Our stay at Kingsley" 4/29/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

Dave is a great cook, the presentation was very lovely and a nice balance to choose from! The Inn is well kept, clean and very nicely decorated. Dave is so organized and there is much attention to detail. Location is great to visit the area.... read more


"Quaint B&B" 4/28/2008
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Dave anticipated our every need. There was much attention to detail as far as service. The breakfasts were wonderful. Very gourmet. And, the cookies were great!!!

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"Just what we needed...." 4/27/2008
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My wife and I celebrated our one year wedding anniversary at the Kingsley House. It was perfect! We wanted something a little more private and the Cider Nook room was exactly what we needed. This was only our second B&B and we weren't sure if... read more


"A Great Getaway!" 4/2/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

As always, Dave was very hospitable yet unobtrusive. The rooms are always immaculate and the house is well kept. We come from Joliet, IL and find the trip a short jaunt interrupted occasionally by a stop at the IN/MI casinos. When you stay at the... read more


"very charming bed and breakfast" 4/1/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

the innkeeper was very pleasant and made sure we had everything we would need. his cooking is awesome both breakfast meals we had were excellent and the room we were in was beyond our expectations. the atmosphere was just perfect for our little... read more


"Loved it!!" 3/26/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

My husband and I came for a weekend get-away, and had a great experience! We are VERY picky and this B and B exceeded expectations! We're planning on returning. Highly recommended!!

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"A Beautiful Bed and Breakfast" 3/26/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

I just wanted to say this was one of the nicest bed and breakfasts we have stayed at. The house was beautiful. Dave was very kind and gracious. We will be visiting again soon.

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"Cookin' up a Storm at the Kingsley" 3/24/2008
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We fired up the kitchen with laughter and new friends during the tasty and delicious Tapas cooking weekend! Our main chef, Bill, was outstanding in his easy-fixit menu choices and selection of top quality ingredients yielding mouth-watering... read more


"10th wedding anniversary... PRICELESS!" 3/24/2008
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Thanks, Dave, so much for your wonderful hospitality. The breakfasts were delicious and it was great to just get away. We will be back!

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"Great first experience of a B&B!" 3/24/2008
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