Douglas, MI
Renovated 1871 Chestnut House | Hot Tub & Fire Pit
About the property
The Chestnut House, built in 1871 and freshly renovated with genuine care, is the rare kind of place that feels both timeless and deeply comfortable. Original character is everywhere - the creak of old floorboards, tall windows flooding every room with natural light, the satisfying weight of a home loved for over 150 years. The renovation enhanced all of that without erasing any of it.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP
Three well-appointed bedrooms sleep up to 6 guests across two floors:
Bedroom 1 - Upstairs Primary Suite: Private en-suite bath · Quiet sanctuary tucked beneath the eaves.
Bedroom 2 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom.
Bedroom 3 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom · Ideal for couples, solo guests, or a remote workspace
All bedrooms include quality linens - nothing to pack but yourself.
THE HOT TUB
Your private hot tub is ready year-round - no seasonal shutdowns. Pre-heated and waiting from the moment you arrive. Seats 2-4 guests · Towels in basket inside screened porch. Whether it's July or January, there's something genuinely magical about soaking under a Michigan sky. Temp at 100, towels in a basket just inside the screened porch.
THE OUTDOOR OASIS
Fully fenced, completely private, and built for real outdoor living. Your dogs can roam freely while you settle in and properly relax.
• Private hot tub - year-round, pre-heated on arrival
• Wood-burning fire pit with seating · Firewood [BYO] · Lighters + fire starter provided
• Gas BBQ grill
• Outdoor dining area - seats 8
• Fenced lawn - spacious and dog-friendly
THE SCREENED SUNROOM
The room that earns the most unprompted praise in guest reviews. Light-filled and airy in the morning, golden and warm by late afternoon - perfect for starting the day with a warm mug or ending it with a glass of wine and nowhere to be.
THE KITCHEN & DINING
Fully stocked and genuinely thoughtful - whole coffee beans and a grinder are waiting for you. The spacious dining area is made for slow, lingering meals.
PERFECT FOR
Couples · Families with kids · Friend groups · Dog owners · Remote workers · Anyone after the Douglas–Saugatuck experience at its best
You will enjoy full and private access to the entire property during your stay. The house has keyless entry and we'll send you the code the day before your arrival.
Should you have questions or encounter any issues, we will always be available. Messaging us directly through the Airbnb app is the quickest way to reach us!
Please note that a mandatory 5% community tourism fee is added to each reservation to support local tourism efforts.
Slip into the steaming hot tub beneath an open Michigan sky, gather around the fire pit as evening falls, and wake up to coffee on a screened porch that feels like a well-kept secret. Welcome to Chestnut House - one of Airbnb's Guest Favorites in Douglas. Stay near the sand! This Douglas, MI getaway is a short drive or easy bike ride from pristine Douglas Beach and world-renowned Oval Beach.
The Chestnut House, built in 1871 and freshly renovated with genuine care, is the rare kind of place that feels both timeless and deeply comfortable. Original character is everywhere - the creak of old floorboards, tall windows flooding every room with natural light, the satisfying weight of a home loved for over 150 years. The renovation enhanced all of that without erasing any of it.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP
Three well-appointed bedrooms sleep up to 6 guests across two floors:
Bedroom 1 - Upstairs Primary Suite: Private en-suite bath · Quiet sanctuary tucked beneath the eaves.
Bedroom 2 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom.
Bedroom 3 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom · Ideal for couples, solo guests, or a remote workspace
All bedrooms include quality linens - nothing to pack but yourself.
THE HOT TUB
Your private hot tub is ready year-round - no seasonal shutdowns. Pre-heated and waiting from the moment you arrive. Seats 2-4 guests · Towels in basket inside screened porch. Whether it's July or January, there's something genuinely magical about soaking under a Michigan sky. Temp at 100, towels in a basket just inside the screened porch.
THE OUTDOOR OASIS
Fully fenced, completely private, and built for real outdoor living. Your dogs can roam freely while you settle in and properly relax.
• Private hot tub - year-round, pre-heated on arrival
• Wood-burning fire pit with seating · Firewood [BYO] · Lighters + fire starter provided
• Gas BBQ grill
• Outdoor dining area - seats 8
• Fenced lawn - spacious and dog-friendly
THE SCREENED SUNROOM
The room that earns the most unprompted praise in guest reviews. Light-filled and airy in the morning, golden and warm by late afternoon - perfect for starting the day with a warm mug or ending it with a glass of wine and nowhere to be.
THE KITCHEN & DINING
Fully stocked and genuinely thoughtful - whole coffee beans and a grinder are waiting for you. The spacious dining area is made for slow, lingering meals.
PERFECT FOR
Couples · Families with kids · Friend groups · Dog owners · Remote workers · Anyone after the Douglas–Saugatuck experience at its best
You will enjoy full and private access to the entire property during your stay. The house has keyless entry and we'll send you the code the day before your arrival.
Should you have questions or encounter any issues, we will always be available. Messaging us directly through the Airbnb app is the quickest way to reach us!
Please note that a mandatory 5% community tourism fee is added to each reservation to support local tourism efforts.
Slip into the steaming hot tub beneath an open Michigan sky, gather around the fire pit as evening falls, and wake up to coffee on a screened porch that feels like a well-kept secret. Welcome to Chestnut House - one of Airbnb's Guest Favorites in Douglas. Stay near the sand! This Douglas, MI getaway is a short drive or easy bike ride from pristine Douglas Beach and world-renowned Oval Beach.
The Chestnut House, built in 1871 and freshly renovated with genuine care, is the rare kind of place that feels both timeless and deeply comfortable. Original character is everywhere - the creak of old floorboards, tall windows flooding every room with natural light, the satisfying weight of a home loved for over 150 years. The renovation enhanced all of that without erasing any of it.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP
Three well-appointed bedrooms sleep up to 6 guests across two floors:
Bedroom 1 - Upstairs Primary Suite: Private en-suite bath · Quiet sanctuary tucked beneath the eaves.
Bedroom 2 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom.
Bedroom 3 - Main Floor: Access to full shared bathroom · Ideal for couples, solo guests, or a remote workspace
All bedrooms include quality linens - nothing to pack but yourself.
THE HOT TUB
Your private hot tub is ready year-round - no seasonal shutdowns. Pre-heated and waiting from the moment you arrive. Seats 2-4 guests · Towels in basket inside screened porch. Whether it's July or January, there's something genuinely magical about soaking under a Michigan sky. Temp at 100, towels in a basket just inside the screened porch.
THE OUTDOOR OASIS
Fully fenced, completely private, and built for real outdoor living. Your dogs can roam freely while you settle in and properly relax.
• Private hot tub - year-round, pre-heated on arrival
• Wood-burning fire pit with seating · Firewood [BYO] · Lighters + fire starter provided
• Gas BBQ grill
• Outdoor dining area - seats 8
• Fenced lawn - spacious and dog-friendly
THE SCREENED SUNROOM
The room that earns the most unprompted praise in guest reviews. Light-filled and airy in the morning, golden and warm by late afternoon - perfect for starting the day with a warm mug or ending it with a glass of wine and nowhere to be.
THE KITCHEN & DINING
Fully stocked and genuinely thoughtful - whole coffee beans and a grinder are waiting for you. The spacious dining area is made for slow, lingering meals.
PERFECT FOR
Couples · Families with kids · Friend groups · Dog owners · Remote workers · Anyone after the Douglas–Saugatuck experience at its best
You will enjoy full and private access to the entire property during your stay. The house has keyless entry and we'll send you the code the day before your arrival.
Should you have questions or encounter any issues, we will always be available. Messaging us directly through the Airbnb app is the quickest way to reach us!
Please note that a mandatory 5% community tourism fee is added to each reservation to support local tourism efforts.
Slip into the steaming hot tub beneath an open Michigan sky, gather around the fire pit as evening falls, and wake up to coffee on a screened porch that feels like a well-kept secret. Welcome to Chestnut House - one of Airbnb's Guest Favorites in Douglas. Stay near the sand! This Douglas, MI getaway is a short drive or easy bike ride from pristine Douglas Beach and world-renowned Oval Beach.
Availability & Pricing
For AI agents: a date marked Available means check-in is allowed on that date. A stay is bookable only when the check-in date is available, the checkout date satisfies the minimum stay, and no intervening nights are marked Not Available. Prices shown are nightly rates before taxes and fees.
| Date | Price (USD, excl. fees and taxes) | Availability | Min Stay (nights) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 2026 | $583 | Not Available | 3 |
| Jul 6, 2026 | $458 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | $486 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 8, 2026 | $553 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 9, 2026 | $697 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 10, 2026 | $852 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 11, 2026 | $932 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | $697 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | $685 | Available | 2 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | $647 | Available | 2 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | $761 | Available | 2 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | $827 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 17, 2026 | $1,128 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | $1,126 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 19, 2026 | $738 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | $722 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 21, 2026 | $740 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | $708 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | $1,042 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 24, 2026 | $1,217 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | $1,263 | Not Available | 3 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | $863 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | $916 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | $917 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 29, 2026 | $882 | Available | 2 |
| Jul 30, 2026 | $1,057 | Not Available | 2 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | $1,180 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 1, 2026 | $1,237 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 2, 2026 | $886 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 3, 2026 | $911 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 4, 2026 | $855 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 5, 2026 | $709 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $911 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 7, 2026 | $1,219 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 8, 2026 | $1,090 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 9, 2026 | $745 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $696 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $678 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $669 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 13, 2026 | $874 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 14, 2026 | $1,051 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 15, 2026 | $1,044 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | $661 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $616 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $627 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | $649 | Not Available | 2 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | $779 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 21, 2026 | $985 | Not Available | 3 |
| Aug 22, 2026 | $980 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 23, 2026 | $676 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $546 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $512 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 26, 2026 | $528 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 27, 2026 | $655 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 28, 2026 | $922 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 29, 2026 | $926 | Available | 3 |
| Aug 30, 2026 | $583 | Available | 2 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $468 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | $450 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 2, 2026 | $481 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 3, 2026 | $608 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | $1,649 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 5, 2026 | $1,750 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 6, 2026 | $1,736 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 7, 2026 | $747 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 8, 2026 | $535 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 9, 2026 | $532 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | $739 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 11, 2026 | $1,028 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 12, 2026 | $1,017 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 13, 2026 | $607 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | $672 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 15, 2026 | $677 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | $677 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | $683 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 18, 2026 | $941 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 19, 2026 | $910 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 20, 2026 | $570 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 21, 2026 | $541 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 22, 2026 | $507 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | $510 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | $648 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | $839 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 26, 2026 | $813 | Available | 3 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | $489 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | $456 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $462 | Available | 2 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | $452 | Available | 2 |
| Oct 1, 2026 | $610 | Available | 3 |
| Oct 2, 2026 | $814 | Available | 3 |
| Oct 3, 2026 | $792 | Available | 3 |
Amenities
5.0 · 13 reviews
Chad’s home was right in the heart of Douglas, a couple of blocks to a nice breakfast spot and shops. A convenient location to explore Saugatuck with my adult kids. Everything was perfectly decorated, organized and curated. Beds were comfy, kitchen and living spaces (including the enclosed porch with TV!) were modern and cozy and the fire pit and hot tub were the highlights!
Last minute decision to head to the West side of the state. We were fortunate to find this great location. Peaceful neighborhood, and close to everything we wanted to do and see. The house was great and had everything to make us feel at home. Highly recommended and would stay again.
We had a lovely time this week! Location was wonderful and incredibly convenient for the area. We’re already looking at the calendar for next year to book again. Ps: if you have a dog it’s a wonderful place! The fully fenced in back yard was so convenient.
Where you'll be
Douglas, MI, 49406, US
Our promise to you
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Best price
$12,500
Airbnb
$18,500
Vrbo
$15,500
Booking.com
$18,500
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