Walk to beach - Cozy 2 Bed/1 Bath Cottage - Sleeps 6 - 1 block to Lake Michigan

Loved this quaint, comfortable cottage on a 4 day getaway. The view out the front picture window was a dream with unexpected snow and deer walking along the lane. Loved how protected and quiet area was. Took lots of long walks along Lakeshore drive. Comfy bed too!

Great host, beautiful location, cozy home.

The shady pines cottage had everything you could need. Beautiful sun porch. Many tables and seating . More than the 2 of us needed. Fireplace was really beautiful. Clean ,comfortable bed. Plenty of drawers and closets. Dishes, grills, just perfect. And Greg the owner was so helpful and friendly and available to chat anytime. Felt right at home and we will be back again. No need to look anywhere else. No stairs was a nice change from home. The Sutherlands great memories...

Fantastic Location, close to everything we needed and exactly as described. Would highly recommend.

Great Stay ! would rent again.

Greg was an excellent host, the cottage was comfortable and clean.

We had a wonderful time staying at this super peaceful cabin. We loved how close it was to the beach, and how nice Douglas beach is. Cleanliness was top notch. Amazing way to end our summer!

The grass wasn't cut and came up to our kneeUnpaved road to the houseLarge bug found in sheetsNot a house for children, there were thresholds they kept falling overGreat location

We felt privileged to stay in such a beautifully restored cottage in such a quiet neighborhood. It was a very peaceful retreat, and we would go back in a heartbeat.

We have stayed at Shady Pines three years running, in the fall. It’s a cozy house where we feel comfortable and at home. It’s in an area with lots of trees, close to Lake Michigan, and a short drive from downtown Douglas and Saugatuck. The host is great—accommodating, helpful, and easy to contact if you need anything/have questions. Check-in was easy, too. Thanks for another awesome autumnal getaway, Greg!

We stayed in Greg’s home this past summer and returned in the fall. It is even more relaxing and spectacular in the autumn season! Everything about this home is perfect! The predawn and dusk deer visits and cute turkey family stroll was just a little extra magic. Our dog loved the nightly walks to see the lake and all the new smells. This is hands-down our Southwest Michigan place!

Terrific location in quiet wooded area and cottage exactly as presented. Kitchen is well supplied with anything you might need and play items for children is a bonus! Very short walk to Lake Michigan! Greg is an excellent host and responded to inquiries within minutes. We would stay here again!

We had a wonderful vacation at Shady Pines. The neighborhood is quiet and walkable with public beach access. It’s a short drive to other interesting small towns in the area. We especially enjoyed the screen porch. My one suggestion is to provide brighter lighting.

Spent a long weekend with my family. Loved this house. Will try and come back!

Two adults and our dog all really enjoyed this home— quiet and so peaceful— deer viewing every morning from the porch was a special treat!

Great cottage

Greg was fantastic at communication, and gave us a great beach week! The house was a perfect location to walk to the beach every day (less than 1/4 mile!), and we saw deer every day, too! The house had so many good family games and even toys our 2 year old played with. Will definitely be back!!

This house was perfect for our family with 3 small children and a dog. Great location close to both Douglas (short walk) and Oval beach (short drive), and also a short drive (5 mins max) to everything in Douglas and Saugatuck. House was very clean and the screened in porch was great to sit out and have breakfast in the morning and wine at night. Absolutely recommend staying here.

We really enjoyed our stay at Shady Pines! The rooms were just right for our family. The bathroom and kitchen were well stocked with everything we needed. We loved hanging out on the screen porch and watching the deer wander the neighborhood. The beach just a short walk away was the best spot to watch the sunset!

Thank you, Greg, for an amazing week on Lake Michigan. My kids felt right at home in your cottage and loved all of the wildlife they got to see during our stay. Everything was exactly as listed. They had a pack n play ready for my son and we were greeted by coffee and cookies when we arrived - so thoughtful!

Absolutely perfect in every way! If you were contemplating booking at this location, stop and just book! The neighborhood is quiet, the house is clean and adorable and the screened in porch is perfection! Beds comfy, kitchen stocked with cooking necessities living areas wonderful! We will be staying here again!! Oh! And the host (Greg) is super responsive and friendly! Our trip to Michigan, and especially the lodging, was perfectly perfect!

Had a great time. Lots of games to play. Comfy beds everything we needed for our short stay.

Shady Pines is the most peaceful place we’ve ever stayed. We saw deer every morning and even a turkey! We played games, enjoyed the fireplace on the first cool night and walked to the beach everyday. Loved the fact that our doggo Trouper could join us.