Saugatuck / Douglas Cosy Cottage zu Fuß in die Stadt, 1 Meile zum Lake Michigan

Location, location, location! Good to hear the cottage is in the center of it all in Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan. I appreciate the reinforcement guests say about the quality of their experience at the Blue Star Mansion, the little cottage with a heart.

Thank you for your kind comments. Yes, I agree communication is important from the host and the guest. Recently a guest inquired if the cottage had a Kurig. I traded the regular coffee maker for the Kurig I keep on hand for them to use. Hosting guests for a week’s vacation or a getaway weekend is a special time, it deserves special treatment. A quaint cottage awaits.

It is refreshing to hear that this couple thought the cottage is perfect for a vacation getaway for 2. It also means that past suggestions have been taken seriously and changes made where needed or appropriate. Owning a single property make comments as such especially important.

Sorry to hear this guest was miserable, possibly the rain during their stay dampened their “spirit”. I wasn’t able to tell them not to miss the steady bars installed in the doorways where you step down for balance, to feel free to use the bedside lights, the nightlight on the wall or the overhead spot, the convenient lamps in the living room or the overly bright 5-light chandelier over the dining table, the bright 3-lights in kitchen or bright bath light. This review was a gut punch to this owner, especially when it followed a 5-Star rating from the guest before them and the lovely comments from this summer’s guests.

Thank you, I love the vintage cottage reference and will use it in the future when talking about the “Blue Star Mansion”! The 5 Star rating makes me feel my heart and soul investment for guests is appreciated.

It’s a pleasure for me to personally welcome guests to the cottage and make sure they have a stress free stay. I always enjoy the opportunity to meet them.

Thank you for your comments and for pointing out why I love my cottage and this Douglas location! I see deer sleeping in the yard and I smile. AND the butterflies, it’s a bumper year. They love the butterfly bushes, happily sharing with bees. I’d love for you to be a guest again.

My guests work hard and deserve a quiet respite from daily life. I am happy and fortunate to make my cottage available. When I hear an appreciative review it’s a warm feeling. New this week I am replacing the night stands in the bedroom with simple stands that have 2 plug outlets and 2 usb ports on each. How convenient for guests booked 8/10/25 going forward!

I’m grateful for reviews like this that say fun, peaceful, wildlife, nearby activities and “a good place to stay”.

I love it when a guest says “ we had a very good stay”! The Blue Star Mansion is a true vintage cottage; formerly on the Lake shore, it was moved a mile inland in 1950. A walk down the road is a beautiful experience at Sunset. Deer are having their dinner as we walk by. Wish I knew what more I should add to the kitchen. I’ll begins asking guests when they are here.

We encourage all our guests to let us know how we may improve their experience and to make suggestions. Sometimes this puts us under a microscope and we take a serious look at why the comments were made.

I appreciate the kind words about the comfort of the bed, the location (it’s excellent and quiet) and the recommendations. It’s a cottage, it’s rustic, my guests love it! First 3 stars in 8 years!