Lake Effect Lodge is nestled peacefully between two natural wonders of Michigan—rolling sand dunes and verdant woods. This majestic escape is an undisturbed Pure Michigan sanctuary while still being only 3 minutes to the nearest beach, 5 minutes to the Saugatuck Dunes State Park, and less than 10 minutes to downtown Saugatuck! The Lodge can sleep up to 12 of your nearest and dearest and is packed full of magnificent amenities. Your search for the perfect vacation rental ends here! Lake Effect Lodge is nestled peacefully between two natural wonders of Michigan—rolling sand dunes and verdant woods. This majestic escape is an undisturbed Pure Michigan sanctuary while still being only 3 minutes to the nearest beach, 5 minutes to the Saugatuck Dunes State Park, and less than 10 minutes to downtown Saugatuck! Enjoy the exclusive private road of homes, each secluded retreat separated by soft green acreage and towering mature trees. The entire back of the lodge opens to sunlight streaming through the beautiful forest right at your doorstep giving you a picture-perfect moment from each of the home's many windows. The Lodge can sleep up to 12 of your nearest and dearest and is packed full of magnificent amenities; locally sourced coffee and tea, luxury bath products from Malin & Goetz, a wood-burning fireplace, recreation room, hot rock sauna, comfy bed and bath linens, and a fully equipped kitchen. As locals, we can honestly say this is the spot to be! You can hop over to vibrant Downtown Saugatuck & Douglas, climb Mt. Baldhead, visit the various beaches, wineries, breweries, and orchards, take a dune ride, or simply relish quiet downtime at the Lodge, cozied up by the firepit with the starry night sky above! The Main Level of the home has a Primary Suite with King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, and Private Terrace with seating. A Queen Bedroom and Office also sit on this floor of the home. The lower level features a Recreation Room, Full Bathroom with a teak, hot rock sauna, a Queen Bedroom and another Bedroom with a Full over Full Trundle Bunk Bed (better suited for children). The sectional also pulls out to a full bed. The sprawling lower level of the home has big beautiful windows that look out to the woods from ground level making this a very comfortable space for hangouts and sleeping accommodations. See photos for House Layout ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------