Douglas, Michigan
Walden in the Woods
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Welcome to Walden in the Woods. Stroll to Douglas Beach from this luxe new-construction home, complete with a private hot tub! Fresh from the pages of a style magazine, the designer interior is filled with high-end furnishings and finishes. You’ll love the large picture windows that bathe the home in beautiful natural light! Fire up the gas grill for an afternoon cookout, then gather round the firepit to watch the stars come out.
The social heart of the home, the main floor, is perfect for group gatherings. Get cozy by the gas fireplace or whip up delicious meals in the sparkling full kitchen, configured with stainless steel appliances and ample quartz countertops. A den and sunroom provide quiet spots to curl up with a good book, and a half bath adds convenience on the first floor.
Upstairs, you’ll find a roomy office loft that’s perfect for remote working or room for more guests. Unwind into vacation mode in the spacious primary suite, which features a king bed, a large private bath, and a walk-in closet. Bedroom two features another king bed - perfect as a second primary. Bedrooms three and four, also on the second floor, include queen beds and ample closet spaces.
Acting as a game room, the unfinished walkout basement has plenty of room to kick back and play ping-pong or cornhole. A sliding glass door leads to the backyard, hot tub, firepit, and lush forest behind the home. Deer and wildlife are frequently seen in the area, strolling the woods and visiting the creeks on this beautiful property. Extra perks include free WiFi, whole-home Sonos, a water-softening system, lighting dimmers in each room, central AC, and a private washer/dryer.
Shantay, you should stay, and enjoy your time at Walden in the Woods!
Things to Know
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Baby gates
Beach chairs
Snowbird-friendly
Streaming available using own accounts
A starter bundle of firewood provided
Two air mattresses for extra sleeping space (one queen. one twin)
Quiet hours 10pm to 8am
Active Ring security cameras on front door and back door
**Outdoor amenities may be available upon request from mid-October through mid-April.**
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Security camera details: Ring camera on front door and back door
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
City/town permit number: Douglas STR Cert
Our family enjoyed the time well spent together. Amazing views from the deck, movie time in the living room, walks to the beach and the house was clean and very cozy! It was nice to get away and enjoy some family quality time. Not a single complaint. Couldn’t ask for anything else.
Beautiful home and property. Very secluded. Everything was very nice and perfectly clean. Absolutely no complaints.
This house was pure perfection. From the moment we pulled into the driveway, we were completely blown away. If you're looking for plenty of space to entertain friends and family, this is it. It came equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our weekend getaway. The property is so peaceful, we were able to see tons of wildlife right out the back windows.
House and location exceeded our expectations. We will be back!
We rented this property for a 3 couple getaway weekend. It's in a great location in a quiet neighborhood. The home is only a couple of blocks away from Lake Michigan, which was an easy walk to watch the sunset in the early evening. The house is beautifully decorated throughout. We could tell that a lot of attention to detail was done by Vicassa to make this a truly enjoyable home to spend time in. It is furnished with a fully stocked kitchen with virtually everything you need to prepare meals including an outdoor BBQ. Outdoors there is a fire pit and a hot tube that can easily fit 8 people. There is also a screened in sitting area adjacent to the great room that we enjoyed having cocktails and snacks. We enjoyed our dinners in the separate dining area which was perfect for our party of 6. The bottom line, no one in our party wanted to leave at checkout time, it was that nice of an experience.
Wonderful gathering spaces. Very clean. Beds are extremely comfortable.
Beautiful house! Very clean and spacious. Nice deck, fire pit, corn hole, ladder golf, ping pong table, and hot tub for a fun night in. Great location. Downtown Saugatuck is a short 8 minute drive. Fenn Valley winery is about 15 minute drive.
Beautiful, immaculate home and walking distance to beach.
We loved our stay.. as other reviews mentioned, it was very clean (including the hot tub) and had everything you could possibly need in the kitchen. We were disappointed that the grill was not working during our stay and the Keurig made a very unreliable cup of coffee. We were glad we brought our own pour over. Location of the house was excellent and the kids loved seeing so much wildlife.
Beautiful property but could not get the thermostat to work. Made contact with customer service but no one showed up to help us.
The place was awesome! Had everything we needed! Enjoyed our stay!
The house was amazing! The hosts have thought of everything and there is nothing that you need to bring with you. Exceptionally clean and amazing atmosphere. 10/10 would book again.
We loved this house! Perfect for eight friends staying for a wintery weekend in the woods. We loved the hot tub, and were so impressed by the kitchen which was very well stocked and perfect for cooking meals together. The open lay out made hanging out together easy and everyone had plenty of room to spread out. I would love to come back again some time!
The house was amazing. Great location, close to town. The kitchen was fully equipped with anything you might need. We enjoyed the hot tub also. My only complaint was communication. We received all the automated messages about confirmation/check in/check out. But I had sent a message asking about a couple of things and received no answer. I even tried the live chat feature and still received no answer. I'm not sure if this was because it was a company that owned the house instead of private owners but I've never had that problem with renting VRBO's in the past. Overall, it was a great experience and I would stay there again.
New, clean property. Everything you can want in a vacation getaway home. Kitchen was organized and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, loved the amount of bathrooms. Great property to rent!
The home was beautifully built and appointed. The amenities were plentiful and well organized. The bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. The three block walk to the beach was easy and enjoyable. The entire house was a very peaceful setting that allowed our family to relax. We would recommend the rental to anyone.
This is a great vacation home. We’ve been staying in Saugatuck every summer for the past 7 years and this home was one of our favorites. It’s a short drive a way from downtown Saugatuck, a quick walk to the Douglas beach, and a nice walking path to a new little coffee shop. The kitchen is stocked with many gadgets and plenty of dishes, and the home is nicely decorated and comfortable.
This home is totally stocked with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. Saw deer in the yard numerous times. Loved the fire pit and hot tub features!
We had such a wonderful visit and enjoyed all that this beautiful home had to offer. It was very clean which we appreciated. We did have trouble getting in upon arrival but Vacasa was able to assist us. The beach is more of a 5-8 mins walk with stairs down (and not 2 mins as originally communicated) which we didn’t mind. It is a nice neighborhood/ area and great for morning walks/jogs. Thanks for a great visit.
I've stayed in a number of vacation rentals and this was certainly the best! Everything is as described; the place is a great size, immaculate and high quality design. Bedrooms are all great size and beds super comfortable. The surrounding area is so peaceful you really feel like you're away. Douglas beach is a quick walk and everything else a quick drive. We enjoyed watching the deer in the yard, spending time on the screened in porch and making smores in the firepit. We are already planning our next trip!
We had a great time at the house. No issues. Kitchen was very well stocked with cooking items. Extra blankets and towels were helpful as well. Lots of space for bigger groups to spread out and still have personal space. Close to town.
This was one of the nicest homes I’ve ever rented for a vacation! The house was so clean. The beds were very comfy and awesome. There are plenty of places to lounge and sit, including a wonderful screened in porch. There is also a delightfully large hot tub for those relaxing jetted soaks in the evening. Wi-Fi is fast, there is a TV that looks like a picture frame on the wall above the fireplace. The kitchen was so well stocked there were plenty of cooking pots, pans, and utensils, plus plenty of plates and cups as well as flatware (there wasn’t a can opener to be found though). The home is a short drive to downtown Douglas and Saugatuck, so there are plenty of places to eat and fun little shops. The garage is big and there’s plenty of parking for 4 vehicles with the garage and the short driveway. Would love to come back and stay again. This was great! Highly recommend this place! Thanks for everything!
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