A medium sized condominium complex in Douglas, across the street from The Dunes resort and next to the Kalico Kitchen. Complex is managed by The Dunes owners. Complex is close to Saugatuck (a mile?) and famous Oval Beach (2 miles?)
Each unit is individually owned so all are a bit different. Check website carefully and ask a lot of questions on the phone if you have special needs. 1 and 2 BR units with a variety of floorplans. We stayed in a very cool 2-level unit---one bedroom, 1.5 baths--with a sleeper sofa in living room. A very cool spiral staircase led to the bedroom and full bath--but hard to get suitcases up there--pack light!
Small but functional kitchenette, concrete patio with 2 chaises, and great upper deck with table and chairs off bedroom. Very nice, American classic decor of greens, tans, and reds. Kitchen came with coffee maker, blender, full range, sink, full size fridge, and a raft of kitchen gadgets. More than we'll need for a week of vacation. Friends stayed in a different unit with hardwod sfloors, modern decor, a patio with gas grill.
Complex has a nice, medium sized pool with a small poolhouse with changing rooms. No hot tub or jacuzzi. Lovely landscaping.
The complex is beginning to show its age--lots of bumped corners and worn edges--but far, FAR from the worse place I've ever stayed. I'd compare it favorably with a Holiday Inn Express, Hilton Garden Inn, or Hampton Inn. But because it's a condo complex, certain services (like free breakfast, newspapers, 24/7 staffed front desk, etc.) are not available here. Great for the more self-sufficient. If you're a princess and/or need hand holding, stay elsewhere.
We'll definitely be back next year! read more