Douglas Modern Villa - Steps to downtown | Game RM | Backyard Oasis | House in Douglas
6 Bedroom House in Douglas
What our guests CONSISTENTLY say about DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA based on 250+ reviews across multiple platforms:
- GREAT location – steps to Downtown Douglas, short drive to Oval Beach, short drive to Saugatuck
- SPACIOUS – great for multi-generational families
- Versatile GATHERING AREAS – family room, game room, fire pit, yard, indoor/outdoor dining
- FABULOUS kitchen – extremely well equipped
- KID FRIENDLY – high chair, pack-n-play, stroller
- LOCAL Property Manager
COMMON AREAS
- DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA has a modern, yet very comfortable décor.
- Features an open concept kitchen and dining room with custom "live edge" dining table with seating for 13. Adjacent breakfast area has seating for an additional 4
- Family room has ample seating, water views, 75-in TV with Cable, DVR and Sonos
- Rooftop deck with water views, comfortable seating area, cafe dining table and sun lounge chairs, and sun umbrellas
- Outside patio with dining for 10, lounge area, and smokeless FIRE PIT
- The house sits on a DOUBLE LOT... plenty of outdoor space
- Game room with pool table, Foosball table, darts, 65-in TV, Cable, Sonos, bistro tables
- Additional TV area, with 65-in TV, Cable, Sonos, sleeper sofa
- HIGH SPEED internet throughout DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA
GOURMET KITCHEN
- Spacious kitchen with a 6-burner professional range, side-by-side refrigerator, microwave and two Bosch dishwashers
- Many small appliances - Drip Coffee Maker (filters provided), Toaster, Sous Vide Supreme, Rice Cooker, Vitamix, Food Processor, hand mixer, hand blender, waffle maker, plus others
- Sharp knives!
- Well organized - everything is labeled so you (and the next guest) can find everything easily
- Grilling area, including a Weber gas grill (propane provided) and a Weber charcoal grill
- If you bring a LOT of food - don't worry, there is a second fridge in the garage
- Basic condiments / spices for cooking are provided
BEDROOMS
- Overall configuration for DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA: Three bedrooms on main level, three in lower level. Sleeping for 15, with NO bunk beds.
- NEW Beautyrest mattresses and luxury bedding in all bedrooms - very comfortable!
- Perfect "work from home" setup: FOUR of the bedrooms have desks, comfortable chairs, and task lamps, so you can stay "plugged in" if desired.
- Master Bedroom #1 has an en-suite bathroom, King Bed, closet, lounge chair, desk
- Bedroom #2 has a Queen Bed, closet
- Bedroom #3 has a Queen Bed, closet, lounge chair, bench
- Master Bedroom #4 downstairs has an en-suite bathroom, King bed, closet, lounge chair, desk, bench
- Bedroom #5 downstairs has a Queen Bed, desk, bench
- Bedroom #6 downstairs has three twin beds, closet, desk
- Sleeper Sofa in a private nook in common area downstairs, turns into a Queen Bed
OTHER AMENITIES
- HIGH SPEED internet throughout DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA
- SONOS in the common areas inside the house
- Outdoor smokeless FIRE PIT, great for S'Mores and hanging out
- Bed linens, bath towels, toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, kitchen detergent/dishwasher pods are provided
- Beach chairs, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach cart, beach toys, and cooler are available so you don't have to bring these items
- Laundry room with high efficiency washer / dryer (detergent provided)
- Parking for six cars total: one car in the garage, plus three in the driveway, and two cars between the street and the sidewalk
LOCATION / DOUGLAS
- DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA is a short 2-min walk to Downtown Douglas, 7-min drive to Oval Beach, and 5-min drive to Downtown Saugatuck
- Excellent local golf courses including Ravines (Arnold Palmer Course), Clearbrook and Hawkshead (the owner's personal favorite)
- Multitude of local activities - Saugatuck Center for the Arts, art classes, 20+ galleries, exhibits, Oxbow School of the Arts and artists residency
- Great restaurants, spas, fun shopping, historic paddle boat, dune buggy rides, hiking, biking, endless beach walks, concerts in the park, art fairs, fireworks and festivals
- Breathtaking marinas and endless Lake Michigan beaches, including Oval Beach, rated by Conde Nast Traveler one of the Top 10 in the US
- A detailed guide of our favorite restaurants, shopping and activities is provided to each guest
SUSTAINABILITY
- Our home has many features that enable our guests to enjoy their vacation sustainably if desired
- These include a great location close to downtown so you can walk to restaurants and shops, instructions on how to use the "Interurban" (local public transportation), the ability to recycle, filtered water so you can avoid single use plastics, shampoo and conditioner in re-fillable dispensers, "smart" thermostats, energy efficient appliances, re-usable coolers, digital Welcome Book.
- We also encourage guests to support our many local businesses. These are highlighted in the Welcome Book, that our guests receive prior to their trip
NOTE FROM THE OWNERS
- We personally use DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA multiple times a year and take great care of it. Features modern furnishings, while maintaining a comfortable, feel consistent with the character of the house.
- Our local property manager, Colleen, is very responsive and can address any questions/concerns about the house
WHO IS DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA NOT A GOOD FIT FOR?
- Parties or events: Our homes are in quiet, residential neighborhoods. If you are planning a party or event, our homes are not a good fit. We do not have parking or space for large gatherings and greatly value good relations with our neighbors.
- Groups with pets. Several of our regular guests have severe allergies, so we are unable to accommodate pets of any kind.
- Groups where the principal renter is under 30 years old. The principal renter must be 30 years or older and present during the stay.
- Groups that wish to smoke inside the house. Smoking is allowed outside only.
- If you are a large group of unrelated singles, and are not part of a corporate retreat, we may or may not be a good fit. Please reach out in advance prior to booking if you are in this situation.
- A rental agreement is required to rent these properties. Note that cameras are present outside the house, and noise monitoring devices (privacy compliant) are present inside and outside the house.
RATES
- Nightly Rates are $300 - $1500 per night, 2-night minimum, holidays/peak may have higher rates
- Weekly rates are between $2,500 - $10,500 per week depending on the time of year. Inquire about low season weekly specials (between November and April) for the best weekly rates.
- To confirm your reservation, 50% of rental fees and a signed short-rental agreement must be received within 48 hours of booking; balance of rental fees and security deposit are due within 60 days of check-in.
HOUSE RULES
- No pets allowed of any kind. NO EXCEPTIONS, some of our regular guests have severe pet allergies. A minimum $500 deep cleaning fee will be assessed if pets are found to be present on the property
- No smoking inside the house
- No parties or events. Note that cameras are present outside the house, and noise monitoring devices (privacy complaint) are present inside and outside the house. Hosting a party shall be grounds for immediate eviction, with no refund.
- Maximum occupancy of DOUGLAS MODERN VILLA is 15 total people
- A short-term rental agreement must be signed to confirm the reservation. Guests agree to abide by the house rules, and all terms and conditions on the rental agreement
- The principal renter must be 30 years old, and must be able to verify this upon request through a valid government ID
Douglas Modern Villa - Steps to downtown | Game RM | Backyard Oasis is located in Douglas. Douglas Modern Villa - Steps to downtown | Game RM | Backyard Oasis provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Security/Safety, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This House features Entertainment, Security/Safety, Air Conditioner, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Douglas Modern Villa - Steps to downtown | Game RM | Backyard Oasis has 6 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 15 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Douglas has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Douglas, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
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