BaySide Inn 618 Water Street Saugatuck Michigan 49453 USA Phone: +1-269-857-4321 Fax: +1-269-857-1870 Toll-free: +1-800-548-0077

General Information

Originally built as a boat house in 1927, the Bayside Inn offers a stay a a prime location in downtown Saugatuck. Kathy and Frank have spent many hours reclaiming this property from the waters, a seawall was added, but even that could not hold back the water. Eventually Kathy and Frank felt that much TLC was required and raised the building, with a new foundation and have transformed the Bayside Inn into and elegant and contemporary water-side Bed and Breakfast.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 10 guest accommodations (10 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 70.00 and $ 225.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
• Other Accommodations: Suites
  All rooms have private baths and a balcony. Fireplace, waterfront suites have private bath, kitchen, and living room. Waterfront fireplace suites with jacuzzi also available. Offsite apartments and cottages available.

Meals

• A Deluxe Continental breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 - 10:30
• Breakfast is served in the Outdoor Commons Patio, Trays available to bring back to rooms, Breakfast/dining area
• Additional food services included in room rate: Hot cider, hot chocolate, iced tea,, Snacks, popcorn, cookies, candies, lemonade, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: with advanced notice, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is BaySide Inn Strata
  Kathy's own creation. Filled with eggs, cheeses, veggies and meat, and our own special touch. Served with a bowl of fresh fruit, our homemade coffee cakes and bread is a great way to start the morning.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (call for policy)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Smoking allowed on outside decks)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Limitations on children staying (Children allowed in suites only)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (One night's stay for reservations under 7 days. Weekly stays require a $500 deposit.)
• Check in time is 2:30 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
• Cancellations:
  $15 dollar cancellation fee applies to all reservations given a 7 day notice. Within 7 days of arrival date deposit will be forfieted. Longer notice may be required for weekly stays and holidays.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
  • Saugatuck Visitor's Bureau
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Boat House
• Built in 1927
• Opened for business in 1990
• Restored / Remodeled in 1990
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking is not available (Public parking available)

Location

• Geographic region: Great Lakes
• Location is best described as: Located downtown on the river, Oval Beach, Walking distance to shops and restaurants, Downtown, Small town, Wine country
  
• Nearest major city: Holland, MI (10 miles North)
• Directions to property:
  From South: (Illinois, Indiana, etc.) Follow 1-94 North across Michigan border. Near Benton Harbor, switch to I-196/US-31 North. Follow I-196/US-31 to Exit 36, Saugatuck/Douglas. Follow Blue Star Hwy. North approx. 2.2 miles to Lake Street. Turn left onto Lake Street - Lake becomes Water Street. BaySide Inn is on the west (left) side of the street. From North: (Grand Rapids, Detroit, etc.) Follow I-96 West to I-196 West toward Holland. Follow I-196 to Exit 41, Saugatuck/Douglas. Follow Blue Star Hwy. South approx. 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue (aka Holland Street). Turn right onto Lucy Street - Lucy Street becomes Water Street. BaySide Inn is on the West (right) side of the street.
• Nearest major airport: GRR 44 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Take M-6 West towards Holland. Merge onto I-196 and follow to Exit 41, Saugatuck/Douglas. Follow Blue Star Hwy. South approx. 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Washington Avenue (aka Holland Street). Turn right onto Lucy Street - Lucy Street becomes Water Street. BaySide Inn is on the West (right) side of the street.
• Meeting places:
  • Train

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Kathy and Frank Wilson
  Kathy and Frank spend six months out of the year in the lovely Bahamas. During the summer months they are busy managing the BaySide Inn and their hotel The BeachWay Resort. You will find many of Franks great pictures scattered throughout the Inn, and many of Kathy's signature recipes served each morning.
• The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports