Deer Creek Cottages and Guesthouse
Cottage Living magazine describes Deer Creek Cottages and Guesthouse as a “world away from stress” where “the glimmer of fireflies is more important than the Gameboy glow.” USA Today seems to agree in their 2007 article: "10 great places to rent a cottage.” Come see what makes Deer Creek so special.
Located on the “dune side” of Saugatuck’s Lake Kalamazoo and situated on a mature wooded lot, Deer Creek is both accessible and tranquil. Guests enjoy easy access to area beaches, shopping, dining, galleries and attractions while relaxing in a peaceful natural setting.
Deer Creek offers a vintage Guesthouse and three charming, turn-of-the-century, cottages.
Originally built in 1877, by local shipping Captain James Tisdale, for him and his family, the main house contains all of the charm of that era. The Guesthouse contains two wonderfully decorated spacious suites with fireplaces and private baths. The third unit is a family unit or “Jack-and Jill” containing two cozy bedrooms with a shared bath.
The three cottages vary in size from a two-room deluxe suite with a King bed to a standard studio with a queen bed. All of the cottages include a kitchenette, Satellite TV with DVD or VCR, WiFi, full bath, hardwood floors, air conditioning, private deck, patio furniture, and a grill.
All guests have access to the veranda, screen porch, deck, hot tub, games, books, hammocks and video library. Kayaks, bikes and boats can be made available with advanced notice.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Beachside
- Lakeside
- Small town
- Village
- Wine country
- Nearest major city: Holland, MI (10 miles South)
- Directions to property:
Directions from the South:
Take I-196 North towards Holland. Take exit 36 Saugatuck-Douglas). Follow the curve to the right taking you northbound on the Blue Star Highway. Proceed ahead approximately 1 mile to the light at Center Street. Go left, or West, about ¼ miles to the stop sign at Ferry St. Go right or north on Ferry ¼ miles to 300 Ferry – the first house on the left after the golf course.
Directions from the North:
Take I-196 South to exit 41(Saugatuck-Douglas). Go right, or South on the Blue Star highway approximately 2.5 miles to the first stop light at Center Street, Go right, or West, on Center ¼ miles to the first stop sign at Ferry Street. Go right or north on Ferry ¼ mile to 300 Ferry – the first house on the left after the golf course. - Nearest major airport: Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 46 miles
- Directions from airport:
As you are leaving the airport, turn LEFT onto PATTERSON AVE SE. Then turn SLIGHT LEFT onto BROADMOOR AVE SE/ MI-37 S. Take the M-6 W ramp toward HOLLAND. Merge onto MI-6 W/ PAUL B HENRY FWY. Merge onto I-196 W via the exit on the LEFT toward HOLLAND. Take the CR-A2 exit, EXIT 41, toward SAUGATUCK/ DOUGLAS. Turn RIGHT onto BLUE STAR HWY. Turn RIGHT onto Center St. Turn Right onto Ferry St. End at 300 Ferry St Saugatuck, MI 49453-9496
Estimated Time: 47 minutes
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 2 Suites & 2 Rooms
- There are 4 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 90.00 and $ 150.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 90.00 and $ 160.00
- Other Accommodations: 3 Cottages
The cottages vary in size from a two-room deluxe suite with a King bed to a standard studio with a queen bed. All of the cottages include a kitchenette, TV/VCR, full bath, hardwood floors, air conditioning, private deck, patio furniture, and a grill. Rates range from $85-$175. Summer rates $115-$175. Full breakfast is included with price on Saturday and Sunday mornings only.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Board games | Ceiling fans |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | DVD Player |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Internet Service | Ironing Board |
| Microwave | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| VCR | |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | CD player |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Library |
| Telephone | Videos |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Hammocks | Fire Pit |
| Deck | Bike rental |
| Kayak rental | concierge |
Meals
- A Full and Continental breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:30 - 9:00am
- Breakfast is served in the Cottages Sat. & Sun., Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: picnic baskets
- Our signature dish is Swedish Pancakes
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Summer-3 night minimum on weekends, 2 night on weekdays)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas
- Guest pets are welcome (20lbs or less allowed in the Dunes Cottage)
- Limitations on children staying (All ages are welcome in Cottages or whole-house bookings)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (Required deposit is 50% of the total at the time of reservation.)
- Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
Our cancellation policy requires two weeks notice for a refund, less a $50 "cancellation" fee. Deposits will be forfeited inside the cancellation window. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Saugatuck Douglas area CVB
- West Michigan Tourist Assoc.
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Carmen Quezada
Cooking, sailing, music, antiques and good conversation - The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish
- There is one cat on the property
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Dune rides, Horseback Riding, orchards, paddleboat rides, state parks, boat museum, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Dunes Rides, Annual Tulip Festival, Arts and Craft Shows, Annual Venitian Festival, Antique trail, Annual Waterfront Film Festival, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming
Douglas Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Douglas, Michigan.