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The Sanctuary at Deer Dune, Saugatuck, Beautifully stylish, Beautifully relaxing

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Saugatuck

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saugatuck, MI
  • Oval Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Butler Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Saugatuck

On lake.You'll find Lake Michigan and Kalamazoo Lake within a 15-minute walk of this Saugatuck vacation home. Saugatuck Chain Ferry and Wicks Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Oval Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mount Baldhead Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Butler Street - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Silver Lake - 10 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 22 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ida Reds - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Sanctuary at Deer Dune, Saugatuck, Beautifully stylish, Beautifully relaxing

Deer Dune, the Dune house is located at the end of the road in a secluded Saugatuck MI enclave of a handful of homes. Nestled in oaks, pines and decades old rhodendrums that blanket the landscaping. The home is an architectural gem and is regularly frequented by Deer, Turkey and the Owl. Enjoy the relaxation of rural refinement and the sounds of Lake Michigan on the dunes with all the amenities of Douglas, Saugatuck and Oval & Douglas Beach just minutes away.
The Dune House, brings the outside in with expansive windows and doors that reach from floor to ceiling and doors that sweep open to bring in uninterrupted nature and landscaped panoramas. Deer Dune’s décor is rich in eclecticism with contemporary furnishings, antiques and appointments and original art that show case stunning contemporary lines. We like to think it’s fun, cozy, comfortable and smart with a deference to the traditions of lake Michigan that will create a nostalgia, memories and stories to last a lifetime.
Home Amenities At a Glance:
Five bedrooms with four bathrooms, two ensuite.
Spacious layout with 3 houses. (Main house) Two bedrooms, one up and one main level, the loft and street side. The Loft has a private balcony. Two (2) bathrooms, laundry room, and open living area with living, TV, stereo, dining, kitchen, wood burning fireplace with complimentary firewood.
(Cottage house) Two bedrooms, named the library and the Cottage room, one up and one down. The Cottage, upstairs bedroom is ensuite with bathroom.
(Studio house) One bedroom ensuite with shower. Private balcony. The lower level is the game room with pool table, TV and lounge area seating.
Outdoor covered and screened dining. Sunning porch.
Gourmet kitchen with counter island seating for four. Dining table seats 8. Outside BBQ
Fireplace, wood burning with complimentary firewood.
Hot Tub, 4 person.
Three Televisions
Borders conservancy land.
Close to:
Douglas Beach .9
Oval Beach 1.9 mi
Mt Baldhead Park 1.6 mi
Crows Nest Trail 1.7 mi
Saugatuck Dune State Park 6.6 mi
Downtown Douglas 1.8mi
Downtown Saugatuck 2.3 mi
Downtown Fennville 10.2 mi
Cranes Farm and Pie Pantry 8.2 mi
Dune Rides 3.9 mi
Wineries, Spas, Cafes, Brewery, pilates, yoga, boutiques and farmers market.
Reservations:
We have a 2 night minimum and offer a 10% discount for stays of seven (7) nights or more.
Rental contract is required for all reservations.
We do not allow parties, weddings or events.
Parking is limited to four (4) vehicles. No on-street parking.Quiet hours are from 10PM to 9AM. Fire Pit has arrived. Infrared Sauna st some point in November 2023. Paddle boards next summer 2024
Permit# CSTR-220043

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put 1 set of keys back in the key box
If you are departing on a Sunday please put garbage cans out to side of the road.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

no weddings or events.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number CSTR-220043

The Sanctuary at Deer Dune, Saugatuck, Beautifully stylish, Beautifully relaxing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and great experience. The host was quick to get back with us on any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Wheaton, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Super spacious, relaxing home that’s perfect for a group of friends. Screened in porch with a large table where all 10 of us could sit at the same time was appreciated as well as all the comfortable chairs and sofas inside. More than 1 fridge to use for overflow Big, well stocked kitchen. Secluded backyard in the woods. Very quiet neighborhood. Easy walk to Douglas Beach which was helpful due to limited parking. Easy drive to town. Hosts responded instantly to questions. Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N., Fort Wright, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved Deerdune! A quiet hidden retreat but so close to everything! We saw wildlufe everyday. The house had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place to stay, great location, great host
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of space and amenities for our family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

leslie n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay did not start well as our host gave us the wrong entry code for the lockbox. We called the number given to us to reach our host, only to have it go right to voicemail. After waiting outside for 15-20 minutes, we finally managed to reach the host to get the correct code. This property was well decorated, and the kitchen had everything and more. I was surprised considering the high level of furnishings that the mattress on the beds were terrible. None of the mattresses offered any support and all needed to be replaced. Considering the price of this rental I was very disappointed that the bedding did not offer the same quality as the furnishings of the rest of the house. Everyone in our party was complaining about the beds. The air conditioning was sub-zero on the main floor of the main part of the house, but very warm and uncomfortable on the upper floor. Overall, even though the house was beautifully decorated it didn't make up for the sagging mattresses and poor air conditioning on the upper levels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley W., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place for a group stay

This is a fantastic place to stay for a large family or a group of friends. Five bedrooms and four baths across three buildings. (One important note: There’s only one bedroom with a bath that’s on the ground floor. Good to know if you have someone who can’t do stairs.) Game room with pool table and big tv is a great addition. The hot tub and fire pit are in beautiful settings. The house is in a tree-filled neighborhood and backs up to a wooded hill. Feels very private but is easy access to Oval Beach and Douglas Beach (we drove but very close). Downtown is a quick drive. Also fast to get to Holland. House is very well decorated with interesting art and lots of well-thought-out touches. Lots of towels, hair dryers, extremely well-appointed kitchen with a number of pantry staples. Lots of deck space for hanging out. Overall, we give this place a 10 out of 10. Our group of five adults and four teens was more than satisfied. Thank you!
Back deck
Fire pit with wooded back yard
Hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect House

House was in great location. Very well appointed with everything we needed. Multiple buildings connected by walkways and covered porches made it feel like we had a private resort to ourselves. Everyone had a blast. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter rscape

The property was excellent and beautiful. The house was gorgeous, roomy and had everything anyone could want. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S., Cicero, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Great fall break location!

This house was perfect for our fall break getaway. The house is in a neighborhood but the lot is wooded so it feels more private than it is. There are three separate buildings which was perfect for our group. We wish one of the king beds was on a main level as it is hard for my parents to get up and down the stairs. The art work is amazing and the house is very well appointed. We had everything we needed for our week stay. The neighborhood and surrounding cities are all very dog friendly so our Doodles were able to come along and enjoy walks in the neighborhood and in town. Host was very responsive. Would stay again! Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning property

I can’t say enough about this home. It exceeded our expectations and had everything our family needed for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend this home and we will definitely be back in the summer! Thank you Michelle!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect retreat!

This property was just perfect in every way—lots of spaces to gather, a well appointed kitchen, and beautiful bedrooms. And the outdoor environment was just so serene. It truly was the perfect gathering place for our family. Many thanks for sharing this special place with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous!!!!

We rented The Sanctuary at Deer Dune for my daughter and her wedding party. It was PERFECT! The property is clean, spacious and full of interesting art pieces. I'm not sure the photos do it justice. The location is great for trip to the beach and hanging in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

The house was perfect for our girls weekend! Convenient location but felt private too! The house is stocked with everything you could need and is very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Home to Relax & Renew

Picked this beautiful home for our family of 8 plus a dog to be together while in Saugatuck for our sons wedding. The home was perfect in that it had common areas for meals and games and conversation and then 3 separate locations with privacy to be able to retire and sleep with comfy beds and en-suite bathrooms. The home is loaded w/amazing pieces of art, sculptures, books and floor to ceiling windows to look out at nature and trees and dunes. We were visited every night with a number of deer and our early morning walks to the beach and coffee were just as enjoyable. This rental is awesome and all you need is to pack a bag and renew and refresh yourselves. Our family hopes to return again. Thank you Michelle .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Sanctuary

Many different spaces to enjoy during our week stay. Comfortable main gathering space in the main house with comfortable seating and up to date, very well stocked kitchen. Two quiet screened porch areas to relax, along with an outdoor eating space. The two side houses afforded more privacy for some of the guests. Thoughtful extras like ample beach towels and a new, clean PackNPlay already set up on arrival. House set at the end of a quiet wooded street bordering a wooded dune in back with deer meandering around the area. It was a great place for a family reunion.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dermot M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation with 5 adult children.

We’ve been coming to Saugatuck for years so we are very familiar with the area. This was the perfect summer rental for my wife and me along with our 5 adult children plus significant others. It is hard to find a place for 10 adults with nice bedrooms and full baths for everyone. The interior decor was beautiful. The kitchen was fully furnished just like at home. We had some amazing meals and great memories. We really loved the table for ten on the screened in porch. It easily fit our group plus a few visitors one night. It was a nice surprise to see how nicely the house was stocked with wine and cocktail glasses, board games, beach towels, robes, pool table, card table, fire pit, and a beautiful Weber grill. The three buildings on the property gave people privacy and the ability to come together. Any time I had a question for the owner they were quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Celebration

Everything about my stay with my family at this property exceeded my expectations. Communication with the property manager was great and the amenities at our disposal were fantastic. We are planning a return trip in the summer to full take advantage of the outdoors as our stay was during winter months.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

End of Year Recharge

We escaped as a family to relax and recharge from a crazy year. The property gave us the opportunity to rest and recharge in our own spaces and gather together to share meals and enjoy a crackling fire. The spa like amenities were a nice touch to the home (hot tub, infared sauna, robes). Our teenagers enjoyed game room, library, and movie nights while us adults relaxed with a fire and wine. We walked to Douglas Beach and ran to Mt. Baldhead to climb the stairs. We drove to Oval Beach and went sledding and hiked Saugatuck Dunes State Park. We explored local art galleries and visited wineries. There truly is something for everyone at this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sanctuary at Deer Dune

Wish we could have spent more time in this spectacular location in Saugatuck MI. Every room was polished and comfortable with gorgeous finishes tastefully done with stunning artwork throughout. The walk ways between private spaces made it easy to unload and move from one space to another. Felt like home with soft lighting throughout giving it a a cozy aesthetic. I would highly recommend Sanctuary at Deer Dune. Fitting name as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elijah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, quiet spot!

This property was everything we hoped for and more. Michelle was very responsive and a kind host. There were no surprises and no moments of "Ahh, I wish _____." Truly a great spot and plenty of space for everyone. We had 5 adults and 4 kids - even when it was naptime, the kids could keep up their energy while the little one slept in a different house. Great spot for families!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire A.

Liked: Cleanliness

A relaxing getaway

I wanted a relaxing getaway with friends for my 40th and this home fit the bill. The artwork was incredible and the house was so comfortable and accommodated all of us easily. We spent a lot of time in the evenings playing games and talking and the house was perfect. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023