Notes from the host
Allegan Orchards Near Blue Star Antique Pavilion
WELCOME TO ALLEGAN ORCHARDS!
We are committed to providing you with a 5-star vacation experience!
PROPERTY OVERVIEW:
ALLEGAN ORCHARDS: Luxe private retreat 5min. to Saugatuck/Douglas/Fennville Lake MI beaches/sand dunes.
- Weddings/events
- Open kitchen
- Private outdoor in-ground heated pool (fees apply - see house rules)
- Private outdoor hot tub (open 24/7/365, no extra cost)
- Indoor fireplace
- Outdoor fire pit
- Screened in porch
- Game room: Ping pong, billiards, game table, arcade games: 14 games including PAC-MAN
- Blue tooth audio system throughout property
- Local area: Saugatuck/Douglas ("Art Coast of MI"), award-winning desti47nation: Restos/Antiques/Boat/Hike/Golf/Wineries/Breweries.
WEDDINGS/EVENTS AND OUR 2 OTHER LOCAL PROPERTIES:
If your desired dates are unavailable, or if you have a large group, we have 2 other properties: ALLEGAN FIELDS (VRBO ID: 931668) & ALLEGAN ACRES (VRBO ID: 220605). All 3 properties sleep 67 guests in total & have virtually the same amenities. ACRES & FIELDS are just around the corner from each other, & less than 5 minutes from ORCHARDS. ORCHARDS is the property most suitable for large weddings & events.
HOST YOUR PRIVATE WEDDING, EVENT, OR FAMILY REUNION!
Written permission required. Ask how we can help you host/plan your special event including corporate & wellness retreats of all kinds.
THE DETAILS:
CONCIERGE-STYLE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT ALL 3 ALLEGAN PROPERTIES:
- Owned/managed by rick, a local resident.
- Message Rick directly for on-call guest services including housekeeping, repairs, etc.
- Seamless, hassle-free virtual check-in and check-out with detailed instructions
- You’ll receive a detailed house manual (hard-copy & digital) explaining everything
OUR AWESOME LOCATION - THE ART COAST OF MICHIGAN: Saugatuck/Douglas/Fennville
ALLEGAN ORCHARDS is also located within 5 minutes from several great attractions:
1. FennValley Winery & Vineyard tours & tastings
2. Crane's U-Pick Orchards
3. Virtue Cider Tasting Room & Orchards
4. Antiques shopping
5. Fresh farm stands
6. Summerhouse Lavender Farm
7. Many others!
We are within 10 minutes of many other activities including towns of Saugatuck & Douglas, Lake MI beaches, sand dunes, boating, fishing, dune buggy rides & tours, bars & nightlife (taxis & ride share services available), spas, galleries, shopping, hiking, kayaking, farmers markets, sledding, cross country skiing, snow mobiles, museums, and so much more!
THE HOUSE:
- Offers every amenity one could desire from a vacation rental, & much more
- Very secluded location yet just a few minutes to towns of Saugatuck, Douglas, and Fennville
- Gorgeous 4,600 square foot house tastefully decorated with the character of vintage/reclaimed pieces blended with modern furniture creating a thoughtfully curated eclectic vibe
- Dual zone central a/c (one up & one on main floor)
- Dimmers on almost every light switch with soft/warm ambient lighting (2700K-3000K)
- Large eat-in kitchen, open to living room
- Indoor fireplace
- 3-season screened-in porch
- Dining seating for 25 (both inside & outside)
- 2nd bonus kitchenette just off of outdoor pool area
- Den with privacy door
- Variable zone volume controlled blue tooth stereo/audio system with speakers throughout the property
- High speed wireless internet
- 2 large 55” flat screen smart TV's
- Basement/game room: pool table, ping pong table, floor-standing arcade game console with 14 video games including PAC-MAN, stereo speakers, 55" flat screen smart TV, sleeping areas, full bathroom, separate bedroom
- Radiant heat floors in main floor bathrooms
THE OUTDOOR SPACE:
- Secluded, private 3-acre property with beautiful landscaping and great farmland views
- Large in-ground outdoor heated swimming pool (see house rules re: pool heat fees)
- Pool area is surrounded by self-closing gate for child safety
- Hot tub (open/heated 24/7/365 at no extra cost)
- Gas grill (propane provided)
- Outdoor dining for 25 with umbrellas
- Pool chairs/loungers, rafts, deluxe/oversized noodles
- Fire pit with adirondack chairs
- Gazebo
- Plenty of space for lawn games (BYO – not provided)
THE LIVING ROOM:
- Ample seating: 2 sofas, 2 sitting chairs, extra room for more chairs/ototmans
- 55” LED flat-screen SMART TV
- Easy-to-use gas fireplace
- Custom built-in cabinets house stereo & volume controls for speakers throughout the inside & outside of home
- Patio doors open out to outdoor dining deck which seats 24 people
- Coffee table with extra blankets storage
THE KITCHEN:
-Spacious, modern, fully-equipped open eat-in kitchen
-Corian counter tops
-Island counter with a 2nd prep sink
-Huge walk-in pantry
-Seating for 14: 12 at large dining table and 2 on bar stools at island counter
-Windows above kitchen sink open out to views of backyard, pool, & surrounding farmland
-Exterior door opens out to outdoor dining deck (on same level as kitchen – no stairs) which seats 24 people
THE KITCHENETTE:
-Galley kitchen conveniently located just off the backyard/pool area
-Door connects indoor & outdoor spaces, making outdoor prep & serving super convenient
-This kitchenette also connects to interior of the house, via the garage, so can also be used as additional prep & clean-up space even in cold weather
-Doesn’t include oven, stove, or dishwasher, but does have a sink, fridge, & plenty of cabinets
THE DINING ROOM:
-Located just off the kitchen & also next to screened-in porch
-Seats 12 people at the large dining table
-Room opens out to the backyard/pool area, as well as the screened-in porch, so you can open both doors & enjoy a fantastic cross-breeze!
-Room is also located between main eat-in kitchen & 2nd bonus kitchenette, making cooking & serving nice & easy
THE 8 BEDROOMS/SLEEPING AREAS:
PRIMARY BEDROOM/BATHROOM SUITE 1:
- Sleeps 2 on 1 king bed
- Located on the main level
- Ceiling fan, bedside tables, reading lamps, chairs, huge walk-in closet with crib
- Large en-suite primary bath with walk-in shower, large soaking bathtub, radiant floor heat
- Walk-out balcony with bistro table & chairs offers gorgeous views
MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM 2:
- Sleeps 2 on 1 queen bed
- Ceiling fan, bedside tables, reading lamps, closet, chair
MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM 3:
- Sleeps 2 on 1 queen bed
- Ceiling fan, bedside tables, reading lamps, closet, chair
MAIN FLOOR DEN/BEDROOM 4:
- Sleeps 2 on queen sleeper sofa with upgraded memory foam mattress
- Side tables with reading lamps
- Privacy door
- Closet
- Chair
UPSTAIRS LOFT BEDROOM/BATHROOM SUITE 5:
- Sleeps 7 on 3 queen beds and 1 twin beds
- En-suite primary bath with shower/tub combo and vanity
- Ceiling fan, bedside tables, reading lamps, chairs, dressers, hangers
- Privacy door in dining room at base of stairs leads to upper level
BASEMENT BEDROOM 6:
- Sleeps 2 on queen bed
- Closet
- Bedside tables, lamps, chair
- Privacy door separates bedroom from BASEMENT/GAME ROOM
BASEMENT/GAME ROOM SLEEPING AREA 7:
- Sleeps 6 on 1 queen bed and 2 twin bunk bed sets.
- Bedside tables, reading lamps, dressing area with dressers and lots of hangers
- Pool table, ping pong, adult & kids game tables & chairs
- Floor-standing ARCADE game console includes: PAC-MAN, PAC-MAN plus, Super PAC-MAN, PAC & PAL, DigDug, Rompers, PAC-Mania, PAC-Land, Galaga, Galazian, Galaga 88, Mappy, Rolling Thunder
MEDIA ROOM/BEDROOM 8:
- Sleeps 2 on queen sleeper sectional sofa with upgraded memory foam mattress
- Located in finished part of the basement
- Privacy door can be used to separate itself from the rest of the basement/game room
- Full en-suite bathroom, walk-in glass shower, lots of towel & robe hooks
- Bedside tables, reading lamps, chairs, full size dresser
- Large 55" flat screen SMART TV
THE 6 BATHROOMS:
PRIMARY FULL EN-SUITE BATHROOM 1:
- En-suite bathroom adjoins primary bedroom on main floor
- Large shower
- Large soaking tub
- Large vanity
- Window above tub provides nice views with privacy blinds
- Radiant floor hear
MAIN FLOOR FULL BATHROOM 2:
- on the main floor between bedrooms 2 & 3
- Shower/tub combo
- 2 separate sinks/vanities
- Radiant floor heat
UPSTAIRS LOFT EN-SUITE FULL BATHROOM 3:
- En-suite bathroom adjoins loft bedroom suite on upper floor
- Shower/tub combo
- Vanity
- Dresser, towel hooks
BASEMENT FULL BATHROOM 4:
- Shower with glass door
- Vanity
- Lots of towel hooks
- Chair
MAIN FLOOR POWDER ROOM HALF BATH 5:
- Vanity, toilet, hooks
- Steps from backyard/pool/hot tub on main floor, off garage & kithenette
MAIN FLOOR POWDER ROOM HALF BATH 6:
- Vanity, toilet, hooks
- Located next to kitchen
THE SCREENED-IN PORCH:
-3-season room located off the dining room
-Outdoor sofa sectional, retro/mod glider sofa/bench, side chairs, side tables
THE OTHER FEATURES:
- Large 2 car garage with extra storage space and large driveway with ample parking areas
- Laundry room with full-sized washer/dryer and cleaning supplies/detergent
ALLEGAN ORCHARDS is the perfect choice for friends & family vacations/reunions, weddings, business retreats, wellness retreats, custom-tailored & themed retreats of all kinds, and other special events. We specialize in helping you host & plan your special event!
If you'd like to host a wedding reception or other event for more than 25 people, or a retreat of any size, please contact owner directly to discuss details.
Our goal is simple: we are committed to providing you with a 5-star vacation experience! We want you to have such a great vacation experience that you'll want to tell others and return again & again!
EARLY CHECK IN/LATE CHECK OUT:
Subject to availability at no extra charge. Please inquire after booking.
PETS FEES:
See rules section.
POOL OPEN MAY-OCT:
Fees apply - see rules section
HOT TUB OPEN 24/7/365:
No extra charge