You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Roost at The Southerner
Adorable pet-friendly cottage within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and all it has to offer. Main room offers a gas fireplace, TV and full kitchen with a pull-out loveseat and space to dine. Queen bed in bedroom, ensuite bath with shower and laundry room. A/C, ceiling fans & shady location. Private parking and outdoor garden area. Perfect stay for a couple + 1. Be sure to take advantage of the popular restaurant The Southerner right next door. The restaurant can be quite busy in the summer so there's fantastic people watching from your private patio but it ends service at 10pm so no late night noise or commotion.
This cottage's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kalamazoo River. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
Free WiFi
10 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes from Oval Beach
The Roost at The Southerner offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Saugatuck cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Amy Cook
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near the marina
On a river
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Saugatuck
Cottage with room for 3 next to The Southerner
The Roost at Shore Harbor Marina Cottage Saugatuck
The Roost at The Southerner Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 176 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 176 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 176 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Maureen L.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great space and location
The Roost was a lovely spot for a getaway weekend! Great use of cozy space. Clean, well-designed and maintained. Next to our favorite restaurant so that’s a plus too!
Maureen L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing short of cozy!
We had a wonderful girls get away. Everything you need is provided in that house, and if it's not, you don't really need it. The perfect location for us to unplug, unwind and slow down, not to mention it's a short stroll to all the downtown gems! Thank you, Amy, for hosting us!
Sarah K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon S.
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little house
House was cozy, clean, and adorable.
Shannon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kurtis E.
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute,clean little cottage
Property was cute and cozy. Clean also. Only drawback would have to be that its literally in a restaraunt parking lot. It wasnt too bad noise wise but the car traffic and a bit of noise,especially when the restaurant staff were getting off shift,was unexpected.
Kurtis E.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin H.
29 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy winter getaway
This place is very cute and stayed really warm during a winter storm which was so fun to experience. The heated bathroom floor and fireplace were much appreciated! In the winter this is not a gorgeous location as without the tree leaves you feel planted in the middle of a parking lot; however, the location allowed us the ability to get to shops and restaurants that stayed open during the snow, wind and very cold temperatures. It's great that the Southerner delivers! Allowing pets is another definite plus to the cottage. Our cat hung out in front of the fireplace the whole time we were there. In addition to going to the stores and restaurants, we cross country skied at Pigeon Creek, visited both Holland and Saugutuck Dunes State Park and checked out the snow on Opal Beach. Saugutuck is an awesome little town that offers a lot. We will definitely be back to enjoy it again and will also try to rebook this place although we know it is popular from its reviews and from reading its guest book.
Kristin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
26 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
This cottage was perfect! My husband and I really enjoyed our stay! Very clean, and every amenity we needed. Great use of a small space. 10/10 would stay again!
Melissa K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
It was great
Scott S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Devin W.
6 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Really cute property in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay
Devin W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Derek O.
18 Dec 2024
Derek O.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
5 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a short stay
The house is equipped with all amenities that you would need for a short stay. Extremely walkable location.
Megan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marie C., Ann Arbor, Michigan
1 Dec 2024
Marie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah F.
24 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Loved the decor.
Deborah F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachelle W.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little Roost
Great location. Very clean. Super cute! Went to Saugatuck for a couple days to celebrate a friends bday. The Roost was the perfect location and oh-so sweet. Kitchen was great!
Rachelle W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tess R.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Stay!
I stayed here with my husband and our 2 month old daughter and we had the perfect stay at the Roost! The location was unbeatable, we were able to walk to town in under 10 mins and with the Southerner next door we had amazing food right there. Would definitely stay here again :)
Tess R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debra Q.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fall trip
The house had everything we needed and was just as pictured and clean. The location was great for us and the outdoor seating nice too. We also enjoyed the short walk over to the Southerner restaurant.
Debra Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn P.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely October in Saugatuck
Location was ideal - within walking distance to all of the shops and restaurants. And the owner was immediately responsive to a question before our arrival. I hope to stay again in the future.
Carolyn P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey H.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and Comfortable
We had a great trip and stay in the Saugatuck area. The cottage was very cute, clean, and conveniently located to downtown Saugatuck and its attractions. The cottage had everything we needed, and Amy was very quick at responding to any questions. We walked across the parking lot to dinner at The Southerner, and walked downtown to The BARge, various shops, and the Star of Saugatuck. We were conveniently close to other places and did a dune ride as well as visited Holland. Great time and highly recommend!
Audrey H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea & Ryan W.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
This little cottage was located about 10 mins walking from town and it was a nice easy walk. We got to enjoy the privacy, everything was clean and well stocked. Perfect for a couples get away.
Chelsea & Ryan W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lucy G.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Great place to stay in Saugatuck. Close to everything and pet friendly!
Lucy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annette C.
12 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Well thought out, comfortable, great location, everything you would ever need.
Annette C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
9 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic getaway
Everything necessary for a quiet and comfortable three night stay.
Full kitchen and laundry with a grocery store a few minutes away.
In walking distance to downtown and the river with it’s beautiful paddle boat excursion which we took out to Lake Michigan.
Perfect for walking our dog around the town and surrounding areas.
Kim A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage, Excellent Location
The cottage as exactly as expected with great indoor and outdoor space, all the amenities and very well kept. It is close to town but not right in town which was perfect. I very much enjoyed my stay and would return.
Mark C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan S., Southern USA
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Susan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Maria A.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and cozy cottage near town.
Very clean and well-appointed cottage about a leisurely ten minute walk to town. Loved the floors—no nasty carpet—, very comfortable queen-sized bed, and amenities. What I really appreciated though was the fragrance-free linens and plant-based shower products. Thank you!
Maria A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly C.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
This property was perfect for my husband and I for a much needed first weekend away from our first baby. Amy was responsive and so helpful with anything we needed. We will be renting this cottage again in the future!