The Kingsley House


  • Romantic and Peaceful, the Kingsley House welcomes guests to its Cozy and Warm atmosphere in the midst of Michigan's picturesque winter landscape.

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  • The Kingsley House Video: Awarded one of the "Top 12 Inn--Worldwide, 2008-2009" "Best Breakfast, 2007-2008" Bedandbreakfast Awards. Also 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, Holland, South Haven all are within 10-15 minutes from the Inn. Victorian Elegance, Romantic Charm and Gracious Hospitality. Relaxing and Inviting Common Areas, Suites and Guests Chambers. Extensive In-house Spa and conscierge services specially designed to pamper our guests every desire. Come to the Kingsley and see Why We Have Been Awarded with the: * Best Innkeeper in the U. S., Arrington's Inn traveller 2006 List * Best Breakfast in the Midwest Arrington's Inntraveler 2005List * Best in the Midwest, Overall, Arrington's Inntraveler 2004 List * Best in the Midwest, Overall, Arrington's Inntraveler 2003 List

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    Awarded one of the "Top 12 Inn--Worldwide, 2008-2009" "Best Breakfast, 2007-2008" Bedandbreakfast Awards. Also 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, Holland, South Haven all are within 10-15 minutes from the Inn. Victorian Elegance, Romantic Charm and Gracious Hospitality. Relaxing and Inviting Common Areas, Suites and Guests Chambers. Extensive In-house Spa and conscierge services specially designed to pamper our guests every desire. Come to the Kingsley and see Why We Have Been Awarded with the: * Best Innkeeper in the U. S., Arrington's Inn traveller 2006 List * Best Breakfast in the Midwest Arrington's Inntraveler 2005List * Best in the Midwest, Overall, Arrington's Inntraveler 2004 List * Best in the Midwest, Overall, Arrington's Inntraveler 2003 List


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Running, Cooking, Biking, Nature, Decorating & Gardening

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Apple orchards nearby

    • Biking

    • Skiing (cross country and downhill)

    • Water sports

    • Winery nearby

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • 24 hour snacks

    • In-House Massages, Manicures, Pedicures

    • Large covered porch

    • Bicycles

    • Cross country skis

    • Wireless Internet throughout Inn property

  • Outdoor Adventures

    12/15/2011 - 3/10/2012

    Winter Wonderland Romantic Getaway What better way to escape and celebrate the romance of the season than with a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow? That's just part of this great wintertime escape. * Horse-drawn sleigh ride through our nearby forest (horse-drawn carriage ride if no snow) * Romantic dining for two ($50 voucher at nearby restaurant) * Champagne or sparkling juice * Box of chocolates * Breakfast in your suite Just $169 when added to any stay at the Inn.

    Mini Escapes

    12/15/2011 - 3/15/2013

    Birthday Getaway Stay within 10 days before or after your birthday for this extra special treatment. The first night is at our suite's regular rate and the second night your rate is your age. Turning 33 this year? Pay $33 for the second night. Turning 58 this year? Pay $58 for the second night, etc. We even provide a small birthday cake to be placed in your room on us, to help you celebrate! Valid any two days of the week October 15 to May 15. OR any two days Sunday through Thursday May 16 to October 14. Not valid holidays and can not be combined with other offers. Must present state ID at check-in for proof of birth date.

    Honeymoon Specials

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    Honeymoon/Anniversary Romantic Getaway Package Designed especially for couples who prefer a quiet romantic getaway celebration. Includes a champagne basket and massages to unwind and enjoy each other's company with a toast of champagne or sparkling juice from our local Michigan winery. Complimentary bottled beverage of your choice, gourmet cheeses, fresh fruit and chocolates basket. Two relaxing and invigorating one hour in-house full body massages. To enhance your romantic getaway, ask about our Breakfast in Bed option. The honeymoon/anniversary getaway package is $199 when added on to any reservation of 2 nights or more.

    Outdoor Adventures

    12/15/2011 - 3/10/2012

    Complimentary Skiing We are offering FREE Skiing this Winter for our guests! Stay 2 nights or more in any of our rooms or suites and choose either: 2 Bittersweet Ski Resort lift tickets OR 2 cross country ski equipment or snowshoe rentals (skis/boots/poles). This special is not valid holidays, can not be combined with other offers and you must mention this special at time of reservation.

    B&B Cooking Schools

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    "Class" was never this much fun! A hands-on gourmet class with Chef Scott Hunter of highly-aclaimed Amway Grand Plaza that's a blast and educational too. * Event held in the Inn's kitchen * Hands-on Instruction & tips * Recipe-swapping, culinary pointers * Dining to your own creations The theme is "Earthly Goodness".Pacckage is $139 for two guests. See our website for dates this package is offered.

    Wine Lovers Getaways

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    We've teamed with our neighbors, Fenn Valley Winery for a weekend not to be missed by any wine (and food) lover. * Winery cellars tour * Fenn Valley winery glasses * Six-course gourmet dinner * Specially-selected wines paired with each course, served and explained in detail by Fenn Valley wine expert Package is $139 when added to a two-night stay. See our website for dates this package is offered.

    Babymoons

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    Just what the doctor ordered...a second Honeymoon before your bundle of joy arrives. Relax, rejuvenate and rediscover each other with a romantic getaway that includes: Two one-hour in-house massages (prenatal for mother of course) Pedicure for the mother-to-be Fine romantic dining at Toulouse or Chequers of Saugatuck ($50 value) Movie gift card to take in an uninterrupted romantic movie for two ($25 value) Fenn Valley sparkling juice to toast your romantic getaway babymoon retreat Breakfast in bed both mornings of your stay Tray of chocolate covered strawberries and a jar of pickles. Package price when added to any two-night stay at the Inn is $299.

    New Year's Romantic Getaway Package

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    Ring in the New Years right with your special someone this year...just the two of you in a friendly romantic setting. Your package includes: * Bottle of Champagne in your room. * Elaborate Chocolate Buffet at the Inn when you return from dining at your favorite restaurant. * Toast to the New Year with us at the Inn OR * Celebrate by yourselves while watching the fireworks at midnight over the Saugatuck harbor. * Extensive New Year's day brunch. $79 per couple automatically added to any New Year's reservation at the Inn for this fantastic package.

    Romance Packages

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    All-Inclusive Romance Package Includes everything needed to explore a new romance or re-kindle an existing one. This is our most popular romantic getaway package. Two relaxing and invigorating one hour in-house full body massages. Complimentary Michigan winery beverage of your choice. Beautiful bouquet of seasonal flowers for your suite or room. Dinner for Two - your choice of several popular local restaurants ($50 value). Star of Saugatuck boat cruise, Romantic movie night, Horse-drawn sleigh or buggy ride in Michigan state forest (add $50 for this last option). To enhance your romantic getaway, ask about our Breakfast in Bed option. Add our All-Inclusive Michigan romantic getaway package to any stay of 2 nights or more for $269.

    Wedding Packages

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    Wedding & Honeymoon/Elopement Package Our popular Romantic Wedding and Honeymoon Getaway Package for Two: Three nights luxurious accommodations in the Jacuzzi suite of your choice (four to choose from in the Inn.) Officiating minister's fee. Bouquet and boutonniere. Complimentary bottled beverage of your choice and souvenir flutes. Wedding cake (for two.) Digital photographs Breakfast in Bed included at your option (inquire for details). Kingsley House commemorative Christmas ornament. Other additional services also available upon request. Limited to two other attending quests (your witnesses). Marriage license is the responsibility of the couple. All inclusive package price is $1199 and is available November 1st to April 30th. A 50% deposit required at time of reservation.

    Outdoor Adventures

    10/1/2011 - 12/30/2012

    Hot Air Balloon Adventure Package Imagine floating over Michigan's beautiful landscape with your special someone. A truly unforgetable Romantic Getaway for two! Make your stay in Southwest Michigan last a lifetime! Engagements, honeymoon and anniversary memories or just rekindling your romantic flame, a Michigan hot air balloon ride with a picnic for two is a once-in-a-lifetime getaway adventure not to be missed. Tell us the day of your request and either sunrise or sunset and we will make all the arrangements for your three-hour hot air balloon journey. Enjoy a champagne toast at the end of your journey with your certified captain of the vessel. This Hot Air Romantic Getaway Package also includes a picnic basket with chicken, cheese, fruit, wine or juice and sweets. Enjoy the basket on the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, in one of Saugatuck's gazebos or under the blue Michigan sky while stargazing afterwards. This ultimate romantic getaway is $599. Available April through November with any two-night stay at the Inn.

  • Northern Spy Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$195

    Cider Nook Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$180

    Jonathan Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $155/$165

    Duchess Chambers

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $115/$135

    Granny Smith Chambers

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $145/$165

    Golden Delicious Chambers

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $115/$125

    McIntosh Chambers

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $95/$110

    Deluxe Junior Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Jacuzzi/Fireplace Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Braeburn Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $195/$215

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:00pm    Check out: 11:00am

    • Minimum stay: Two night minimum required on most weekends

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of your stay and package, or 100% for one-night reservations.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations require a 14 day notice for return of your deposit. Reservations canceled for any reason within the last 14 days prior to arrival are issued a gift certificate for the deposit paid to date. The certificate may be used for a future weekday stay at the Inn.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Midweek stays, excluding holidays
      Percent off: 50% Days required: 2

    • Military/Service Peronnel Free Night Offer
      Days required: 3

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Hot gourmet breakfast

    • Time Served: 9am-10am

    • Serving location: Wrap-around porch (May - Oct), Breakfast/dining area, Guest room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Picnic basket for 2


    Additional food services

    • Afternoon goodies

    • Hot beverage station 24-hours/day

    • Lemonade/Apple Cider

    • Sodas/Waters included


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Cheesy Potatoes
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 15 minutes

  • Location Type

    • a) Saugatuck-Douglas (10mins)

    • b) South Haven (15mins)

    • c) Holland (15mins)

    • d) Lake Michigan (5mins)

    • e) Fenn Valley Winery (5mins)

    • f) Crane's Orchards (5mins)


    City

    • Saugatuck

    • Distance to city: 8 miles

    • Directions to property:
      We are 5 miles East of Lake Michigan/I-196 on M-89 (less than 10 minutes from Saugatuck). Ideally located in the center of it all and a short drive to everything!


    Airport

    • Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-196 south to exit 34 (Fennville exit) and travel 5 miles east. We are on that same road (M-89).


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Lake Michigan

    • Saugatuck

    • South Haven

    • Tulip Time Festival

    • State Forests

    • Holland

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Antiquing

    • Artisan's trails

    • Festivals year-round

    • Ice Skating

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    Wonderful Night in the Northern Spy Room

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I was wonderfully surprised by the great time we had at the Kingsley House this past November. The room was clean and ready when we got there and the bathroom had a two person jacuzzi tub which was very romantic. There was also a large selection of DVDs which we could use at anytime. The food was great and there was plenty of it. Terrie was very helpful and a delightful host. I'm sure we will be returning soon!


    A Great Romantic Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We were a little dismayed at first, as we learned after booking that the location was in Fennville and not in Saugatuck. All that changed when we got there! Beautifully kept gardens complement the architectural splendor of the inn. We stayed in the Cider Nook, and were right away thrilled with our own private entrance! The room was just big enough, complemented by a spacious bathroom with a jacuzzi tub. The breakfasts simply blew us away! The location turned out perfect, as we easily got to Saugatuck in minutes. But there's only so much to see and do in town, and it was great being so close to the other things we knew we had to see and do. Cranes pantry is just down the road, and horseback riding was also only a couple miles away. From what we had seen of other are B&Bs online, as well as from walking around Saugatuck, we know we made a great choice and will definitely be back. We loved it so much, later the day we returned home we were at a wedding and ended up calling the inn around 10 to book a room for our friends' honeymoon.


    Definitely Reccommend

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    This was an amazing overnight stay. My husband was reticent about the whole B&B experience, but was very pleased. We chose the smallest room -- next time will choose a little larger (could have used more horizontal space) but loved it, loved it. The breakfast was wonderful.


    decent value

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    My boyfriend and I spent two nights (June 8-10) in the Dutchess room at the Kingsley Inn. Overall, we were pleased with our stay. The room was a little cozy but clean and the bed was very comfortable. The biggest disappointment was that the bathroom was literally a converted closest. If you are a plus sized person I would not recommend this room simply because of the size of the shower (tiny!!!). The breakfast was good but a little early for a vacation (8:00-9:00am). We did not arrive back to the Inn both nights until after midnight then had to be up for breakfast at 8. The Inn keepers were pleasant and offered advice on activities to do in the area.


    Our first visit

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We visited The Kingsley House using a Groupon, but we are hooked for life. What a wonderful place! Welcoming, friendly, AWESOME FOOD, great rooms. We had a private entrance that was very nice. It was just such an amazing experience - sad we were only able to get away for one night. Will be back.


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