City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Saugatuck vacation home, you'll find Kalamazoo Lake and Butler Street. All Saints' Episcopal Church and Wicks Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Oval Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Saugatuck Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Silver Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Holland Station - 16 min drive
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
The Butler - 11 min walk
The Grill - 3 min drive
Uncommon Coffee Roasters - 9 min walk
The Southerner - 3 min walk
Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions - 2 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.
Located in the heart of Downtown Saugatuck
A private upper level apartment located downtown Saugatuck in a Natures preserve close to shopping, restaurants, and bars with great night life! Walk across the street to the river or take the chain fairly across the river to Oval beach-voted top 5 most beautiful in the world! Go out to Felt Mansion and the state park to enjoy hiking and the most beautiful mammoth sand dune going out to lake Michigan pristine beaches.
Property manager
Dawn Alexander
Languages
English
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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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 990 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
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 deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Located in the heart of Downtown Saugatuck Saugatuck
Located in the heart of Downtown Saugatuck Private vacation home
Located in the heart of Downtown Saugatuck Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 71 reviews
10 - Excellent
63
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nolan G.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and as advertised. Highly recommend
Nolan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah W., Mt. Pleasant
Jul 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
This rental was spacious, clean, and had many windows that let in natural light. The bedroom had plenty of closet space and dresser storage. The king size bed was comfortable. It was hot in Saugatuck during our stay but the ceiling fans and AC kept us cool. We found the walk to downtown to be easy and appreciated having off street parking-as finding street parking can be difficult.You do have to walk through the bathroom to get to the bedroom. For two people this was not a problem. It was a little trickier when our daughter and her husband spent a night. They reported the sofa bed to be comfortable with the extra mattress topper provided. I plan to return to next summer as we had a lovely stay in Saugatuck.
Deborah W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anita F.
Jul 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond happy
Our stay at the Blue Heron far exceeded our expectations! We found it to be cleaner, more organized, better supplied and maintained than we have ever vacationed. The owners attention to detail did not go unnoticed as my husband and I enjoyed this cute, quiet condo. Saugatuck provided lots of fun, good food, and shopping. Loved it!
Anita F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Terry A.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sister’s trip to Saugatuck
Very clean townhouse with a well-stocked kitchen. Owner was very prompt with communication. Was not within easy walking distance to Oval Beach as listing suggested, but it is an easy drive.
Terry A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danelle C.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great space!
Cute little apartment with a great location. Within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. Fabulous kitchen if you want to cook. It was perfect for the 3 of us. Has 2 nice beach chairs and a beach bag if you need them.
Danelle C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Graeme J.
May 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to town
The apartment was very clean and tidy when we arrived. We loved how close the location was to the center of town. An easy walk, so we didn't have to worry about parking during a busy holiday weekend. Would highly recommend this listing.
Graeme J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monica I.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Stay Right in Town
Wonderful, spacious apartment with all the amenities. 10 minute walk into town. It was more than we expected and overall very comfortable.
Monica I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney L.
Aug 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Saugatuck Getaway!
We loved our stay! Walking distance to town, it was very spacious, and Dawn was very responsive if we had any questions. Highly recommend staying here!
Courtney L.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Alicia M.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for 2 people but not for 4
Very clean property and proximity to downtown is convenient. Impressed with all the amenities that are available and did play one of the games. The pull-out couch mattress is VERY uncomfortable and maybe a form egg-crate topper would help or bring your own if you have 4 people staying. For the price point I would have expected more in that department.
Alicia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
TamiLea S.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property and Location
Great location. You can walk downtown to area restaurants and shops. The place is very clean and has a lot of space. I would stay there again.
The only nuance is the layout. You have to walk through the bathroom to the bedroom. If someone is using the bathroom, they have to tell the person in the bedroom not to go into the bathroom since that door only locks from the bedroom.
TamiLea S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
larry l.
Jun 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and cozy
We thoroughly enjoyed the blue heron. The location is ideal and it was equipped with all the amenities.
larry l.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
May 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This is the second time we have stayed here and we love it. Not only is the apartment huge and beautifully decorated, it is also just a few steps from downtown Saugatuck!
Stephanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug B.
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place in the middle of Saugatuck
Very clean and well-maintained property within walking distance of downtown. The bathroom is updated and very clean, and the property is much larger than I expected based on the pictures.
Doug B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Hope A.
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Great place to stay and just walking distance from downtown Saugatuck
Listing said unit was one block from river and downtown stores. Reality was 5+ blocks. Unit was on major thorough fare with noisy traffic all day and nite.
Orrin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Travis S.
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Great Condo
Very large kitchen. Perfect for hosting small groups of friends for dinner.
Travis S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
William S.
Sep 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Accommodations
We stayed in this apartment during the labor day weekend. We couldn't have asked for better weather or accommodations. The king sized bed was comfortable and my wife took advantage of the jetted tub. The large kitchen had a breakfast bar that could easily seat 8 adults. The main shopping district/shoreline was a five minute walk. Across and a little ways down the street is The Southerner restaurant/bar: dining right on the water, good food and a whiskey menu second to none. This place is a winner!
William S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Recent stay
Great stay!
Mary
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aubrey B.
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Nice place with parking and everything you need for a great vacation! Amazing location near downtown Saugatuck.
Aubrey B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Michelle R.
Aug 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
2nd year staying here and it’s great.
Michelle R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debra Z.
Aug 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
5 days in Saugatuck
An immaculately clean and spacious apartment. Great location blocks from town, restaurants and bike rentals.
Our only (very small) suggestion would be to put something in the sitting area to prop up feet !
Debra Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tina K.
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick girls trip
Great location! Clean, modern and spacious apartment. Wished we could have stayed longer!
Tina K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany B.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place; Great furnishings
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was a nice walk to the waterfront area. The furnishings were nice and comfortable. Would definitely stay again!