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Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Interior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
Escape to Old Owl in the beautiful Saugatuck Township, where you can unwind by your private saltwater heated pool or take a short walk to Lake Shore Drive and Douglas Public Beach. This 3,800 SF retreat features a fully stocked chef's kitchen, sundeck, screened-in porch overlooking serene woods and an open great room with a fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets

Book now to reserve your spot at this one of a kind property in the Saugatuck-Douglas area and feel like you’re at your own private resort! Welcome to your new favorite vacation spot in beautiful Saugatuck Township and the Art Coast of Michigan!

Old Owl has all the ingredients to make your time away special and memorable – especially when you have resort amenities like your own private salt water heated pool! Old Owl is a walk away to Lake Shore Drive and the lake bluff (5 mins.) and Douglas Public Beach (1.6 miles) to enjoy all the lake life sights, sounds, sunrises and sunsets. You can easily access all the great things in the Saugatuck and Douglas area with a short drive to town. Note that pool is now closed for 2025 season.

Old Owl has 3,800 SF of newly constructed space with 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. This custom designed and professionally decorated house is spread over 2 levels – pick your favorite area to relax and unwind. Perfect for either your own personal retreat or for multi-family use. The main level has a private owner’s en suite with a huge walk in shower and a balcony, an open great room with a gas fireplace (October-April) and lots of windows, a fully stocked chef’s kitchen, dining room, 2 guest bedrooms (with a shared bathroom) and powder room. Oh wait, there is also a sundeck and screened in porch for you to enjoy on summer days or sip coffee on those crisp fall mornings. Both overlook the pool area and serene woods. The walk out level is an entertainer’s dream with an open concept family room (complete with foosball and real arcade system), wet bar, another en suite bedroom and 2 more guest bedrooms (with a shared bathroom). This level also has patio doors which open up to the pool area for easy access to the fun.

Now let’s talk about all the outdoor space. Old Owl is located on a 4.5 acre wooded lot. You will love the privacy and also being surrounded by nature – enjoy the sights or explore. The huge 18x36 salt water pool is HEATED between 82-84 degrees and open mid May- early/mid October (opening 5/15/25 for 2025 season, closing 10/13/25). For May and October rentals - confirm pool will be open for your stay prior to booking as it based on weather. Pool also has a shallow tanning ledge so even the littlest of guests can enjoy water time! There is also plenty of space and seating poolside for guests who just want to kick back and relax. Pool toys, floats and an outdoor ping pong table are provided to help you kick up the fun factor. Old Owl also features an 8 person outdoor hot tub/spa open year round and an outdoor natural gas fire pit (available April through November).

Other Old Owl highlights include wifi, streaming services available on all TVs (great room, owner’s suite, family room and en suite), a Sonos speaker system, a huge driveway to enjoy bike riding or basketball onsite, zoned heating and cooling, beach items and child toys, and many provided convenience items to help you to just drop your bags and enjoy! Make this your next dream vacation destination.

We look forward to welcoming you for an enjoyable and relaxing stay!

Notes: Summer rentals are Saturday to Saturday. This is a pet free property. No parties or events are allowed. Direct beach access is not included with the property.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool toys
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Fennville, MI

What's nearby

  • Saugatuck Brewing Company - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Blue Star Antique Pavilion - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Butler Street - 7 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Oval Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Saugatuck Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marro’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Douglas Root Beer Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets located?

This family-friendly Saugatuck holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Blue Star Antique Pavilion and Saugatuck Brewing Company. Kalamazoo Lake and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Luxury Property: Private Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit and Close to Lake Sunsets Reviews

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Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Old Owl was a 10/10. Everything fromBooking to check-out was seemless. The amenities of the house were great and everything was in perfect condition. We were a group of 13 adults and there was plenty of space for all of us. Both Brett and the property manager were attentive and available whenever we had a question or needed something. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with everything you could need! We definitely plan on visiting the Old Owl again !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Brett was so responsive and accommodating! Beautiful house
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maddi’s Bach Stay

The house was amazing! It was very well clean and very spacious. The pool was also very warm. I hate going to places with a heated pool and it not being warm but this was perfect. It was a few minutes from town. Even while having no power and being on the house generator the house held up well. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip!

Everything was very nice!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Fantastic house and location. New, clean, beautiful and well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun

Beautiful, comfortable house with lovely decorating and a great modern kitchen. Designed for larger groups, there was plenty of room for our family of nine. The amenities were well thought out and the owners seemed to anticipate how best to facilitate comfort and fun. Would definitely go again and so would our whole group.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amie’s bachelorette weekend.

Booking the house was easy. Unfortunately, they had a gas outage in the area of the home two days before we were supposed to arrive from out of state. Brett called me with frequent updates which was wonderful, plenty of time to book another place if we were worried. The gas was turned on the evening we arrived. The stay was amazing. Thanks Brett!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Really lovely, family friendly home. Clean, well appointed inside and out with kind, helpful management. The pool is great. There is lots to do at the house and in the area for young and old!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for a large group.

Home was well maintained. Lots of things to do within the home and outside. Great secluded location but close to restaurants and shopping and freeway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to gather with friends

We hosted my wife’s 40th with 4 other couples. The home was exactly as advertised and the property management was most helpful and communicated whenever we had questions. Would stay here again!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing family getaway

This was the perfect place for our family getaway…there is something for everyone…fabulous pool and patio, hot tub, lots of space, beautiful setting, ping pong, Pac-Man, big tv for hockey games, great location! We had a memorable stay and the property managers were quick to reply to our questions in a friendly way. Everyone had lots of space and loved the time together!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cricket K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house with fabulous amenities

My group of friends and I had the best time at this house! They have thought of everything you could want out of a house while on vacation, there wasn't anything missing the whole weekend we were there. Clean as a whistle, designer finishes, it was such a delight to be able to stay there. We can't wait to get back for another stay soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

Of all the VRBO places we have stayed at over the years this was the best managed and clearest in communication. The property is absolutely wonderful and provides space for being together but also places of quiet and rest. Will definitely want to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year’s Eve Adventure

This house is new and beautiful. We loved the interior design. The house fit our group of 6 families comfortably. We enjoyed making meals in the kitchen and lounging comfortably on the main floor and downstairs. The hot tub was a big plus. Lake Michigan is a few steps away. Although we went in the wintertime, the pool is a great addition and must make for an awesome vacation in the summertime. Hosts were attentive and the neighborhood very peaceful. We hope to come back again in the summer time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

This house is fantastic, so much space for everyone! Everything you need and then some, they thought of everything when stocking this house for guests. Such an amazing location too! This home was a gem of a find and we will definitely be back! The host was very responsive to all our inquiries/questions, it was perfect! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne G B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect House for a Multi-generational Family Gathering!

This is our family's second summer spending a week in this most special house! The pool and the hot tub make perfect early morning and late afternoon activities for all and the house's proximity to the beaches, hiking, boating, fruit picking, and other activities ( we loved the Art Barn on our rainy day!)- not to mention many great near-by eateries - continue to make this house a family favorite gathering spot. We hope to return again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Old Owl House! The layout is great for our large family group. Lots of room to visit, play, sleep, cook and eat. The pool and the outdoor lounging and seating areas are fantastic and we spent a lot of time there. The fire pit, wooded area, lush lawn and long driveway with a basketball hoop were a big hit! We loved walking to the lake, especially for the sunsets. Proximity to Douglas Beach, Douglas and Saugatuck was another positive. We’re already planning another summer stay at the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We loved the house, the overall property. Property manager quick to respond to any needs or questions. It really was an awesome house for our family to enjoy each other. We had ages from 4 to 72! Lots of space to entertain the entire crew.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another terrific week at the Old Owl House in Fennville

This house - the property and all it has to offer - it’s proximity to Lake Michigan and beautiful beaches as well as the towns of Saugatuck and Douglas, and so many wonderful things to do in and around the area, offered up yet again a glorious summer vacation for three generations of our family ( ranging in age from 2 1/2 to 83). We are so grateful to the owner, Brett, for this rental - this wonderful home, in this magical place. Chadd, the property manager is so responsive to any questions and concerns and quickly takes care of anything that needs attention. This place is truly a little slice of Michigan paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heuer Family Reunion VII

The Old Owl House is clean and modern. My wife and I four children + spouses and four grandchildren had a wonderful time, enjoying the pool, fire pit and proximity to Lake Michigan. Hot tub was a slight disappointment as we couldn't seem to get it much warmer than the pool. Service as great as Chad was there promptly remedy the ice maker in the main refrigerator and one other minor issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kati c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 would return

This place exceeded our expectations. We were a family group of 13 adults and one toddler and all the spaces were comfortable for hanging out, cooking/eating, and sleeping. We enjoyed the pool, hot tub, outdoor fire, screened-in porch, downstairs game room, cornhole game, quick walk to the lake, walks along Lakeshore Drive, and quick access to Douglas and Saugatuck. For potential visitors, our activities were: Hiked Mt Baldy, fishing charter (caught King Salmon to feed us all x 3), kayaking Kalamazoo River, Saugatuck dune ride, pontoon boat rental for the evening, food tour, brewery tour.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, we had a dream family vacation in Saugatuck using Brett’s wonderful house as our home base! Our group numbers 10 and ranges in age from 3 to 84. Old Owl House affords us each the space and the type of accommodations to suit us all! The house is always spotless upon our arrival, the large, open kitchen equipped with everything one could possibly need for cooking (and then some!), the furniture in every room comfortable and pleasing. Over the years we've been coming, if there's ever a question, a problem, or concern (and truly, there have been few!) the manager, Chadd, has consistently been quick to respond and whatever it was taken care of quickly. The location of this house cannot be beat for easy (car) access to beaches, town, and to any of the many amazing things Suagatuck/Douglass has to offer. From blueberry picking and peach picking, to beach-going, hiking, playing pickle ball, or tubing on Lake Michigan, our days were filled with wonder and variety. And even before we left the house in the morning, or once we returned in the afternoon, we all loved spending time in and around the pool, the hot tube, or reading on the screened porch.This house is truly a "gem"! We are so grateful to be able to return here year after year and we're hoping 2026 is no exception!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Great Family Escape 5+Stars

The property was amazing! The home accommodated all 12 of us from ages1-60+. A huge kitchen and dining area with plenty of room for us all to be together but also room for everyone to have their own rooms and private bath. The pool and hot tub were incredible and we spent the majority of our days there. The property manager and owner were EXTREMELY responsive when we had questions before and during our stay. We would absolutely stay at this property again. Thank you again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

samantha1130@hotmail.com

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

INCREDIBLE HOME

This was our first ever family vacation with our terminally ill daughter and we were a bit nervous to say the least. However; upon arrival our minds were quickly put at ease, as the owner had literally thought of everything! Old Owl is a beautiful home with a layout that was perfect for a group of 14 people ranging from 18 months to 87! The property manager and owner were INCREDIBLE to work with; From booking our stay, to the clear and simple check in process, they answered all questions in a timely manner and were always willing to help in any possible way they could. The accommodations were second to none and we couldn’t be more grateful for the cherished memories we created at this beautiful home! We’ll definitely be booking again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely 5 Star!

Perfect home for our family vacation (8 adults, 6 kids aged 3-10). Ample room for everyone. Large well-equipped kitchen and eating areas. So many fun things to do inside and out. Everyone loved the pool and kids became better swimmers. Appreciate the safety considerations taken. Icing on the cake- it’s beautifully furnished and decorated. Would definitely return. Thank you Brett
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023