Title: THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN Family-friendly holiday home in Saugatuck ## Photo gallery for THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN ![Property grounds - THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN (Saugatuck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761100/18761047/4d77f1e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN (Saugatuck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761100/18761047/8481a456.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN (Saugatuck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761100/18761047/00ced7fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN (Saugatuck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761100/18761047/007e2403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN (Saugatuck)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18761100/18761047/b761a338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the charm of Saugatuck at The Zoo, a secluded 12-acre farmhouse retreat just under 2 miles from town and a five-minute drive to the beach. Enjoy morning coffee on the front lawn, unwind with drinks around back at the fire pit. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN Your very own Saugatuck secret getaway. Trust me, you'll tell no one of your new discovery, this private, pleasure place. Of course, friends will want to know where you found a renovated, 12-acre farmhouse just under 2 miles from town and a five-minute drive to the beach. BUT damned if you're saying a word. After all they don't need to know THE ZOO offers the best of both worlds... the private, RUSTIC, country setting with star-filled nights or the crowds awaiting you in town by foot, bike or car. Morning coffee on the front lawn and drinks around back at the fire pit. Long country walks? Shopping in town? Or days and sunsets at the beach? You decide. Nothing fancy, just fun. Nothing beats your Daze at The Zoo. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside only. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Foosball table - Golf - Tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107612400/107612400/ee3cfd9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bedroom 3.5 bath condo in enchanting Saugatuck with AC, WiFi. 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Limit 2 ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Outside only. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as A Daze AT 'the Zoo' It's AS Unique AS You! Really! A Daze AT 'the Zoo' It's AS Unique AS You! Really! ## About the area Located in Saugatuck, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lake Michigan and Saugatuck Dunes State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Forever Curious Children's Museum and Holland Community Aquatic Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Craigs Cruisers, or check out an event or a game at DeWitt Tennis Center. [Visit our Saugatuck travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saugatuck.dx155409) [View more Holiday homes in Saugatuck](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saugatuck-Private-Holiday-Homes.d155409-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.65557%2C-86.17739&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QFLjLUmjOnuowb4JE9dPtFbtbpE=) Saugatuck, MI ### What's nearby - Silver Lake \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Kalamazoo Lake \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Kalamazoo River \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Butler Street \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Saugatuck Center For the Arts \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Holland Station - 17 min drive - Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Butler - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Southerner - ‬4 min drive - ‪Marro’s - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sand Bar Saloon - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN? ### What time is check-in at THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN? ### What time is check-out at THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN? ### Where is THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## THE ZOO-Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic, Dog Friendly Farmhouse - 2 MI FROM TOWN Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 49 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sydney 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Unique!! Great place to spend with extended family. Well stocked kitchen. Game room is excellent! Fire pit in back also excellent feature. Barb was very attentive and provided ideas for area activities each day. We had an excellent stay. Highly recommended! ##### Sydney Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lora 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was as expected, it was quirky and fun with plenty of outdoor space for dogs and we enjoyed the fire pit. The host was wonderfully communicative and gave many suggestions and walked thru the house functions. It was honestly a quiet get away with my husband and our two dogs. We really enjoyed the area, our first time to Michigan and found it to be pet friendly area. I would definitely recommend to friends. It was just what we needed and nice weather, loved the sunsets on Lake Michigan and the Sand Dunes and Holland was a fun day trip. Honestly everything was close by but no neighbors on top of us so very peaceful time in Nature. Barb is a lovely host! Hopefully we'll be back, with or without our college kids! lol This was our first VRBO rental and we'd do it again. ##### Lora Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori D., Dearborn, MI 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful place in the woods Great location to Saugatuck. Lots to do nearby. The homeowner was very helpful with great tips of restaurants, dog park, places to visit. She had just about everything you need in a house to enjoy and then some. The house was very quaint and comfortable. Our dog loved the large grass area to run around. The two hammocks were so nice. ##### Lori D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Laurie & Jim K. 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This Mess is a Place!!!!!! You will understand after your stay...... We traveled from the Chicago suburbs for a beach getaway with our adult children. The Zoo was precisely as described. TONS to look at and explore within the home. It is very well stocked. This property's most significant selling point is the location - a very short trip to town, Oval Beach, and even Holland. We have an electric vehicle and drove about 15 mins to Holland for an available Tesla supercharger at a Meijer (also very convenient for picking up provisions!) Barb, the owner, was simply a text or call away should you need anything. Her phone tour at check-in time helped to understand the property's quirks - remember, it is old and nuanced. This isn't a slick new build, picture-perfect by Pinterest standards. It's lived long and well, within the peaceful surrounding of large trees, birdsong, and the occasional wild turkey. One item that could use some improvement is the area's infrastructure.....the connectivity is not great. We had intended to do some work while away and it was not possible with the wifi provided or our cell service. If you work remotely and hope to get stuff done while away - leave the work at home if you depend on wifi. I took some terrific pictures.... there are old farming implements that have been slowly taken back by nature which I found charming. ##### Laurie & Jim K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise V. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was clean, the rooms were wonderful and we had a lot of fun here! ##### Louise V. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby M. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great time. The host was very thorough over the phone on how everything works and where items are located. Very friendly! ##### Abby M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderfully quirky. Perfect for our family to go to out of town Wedding. Lots of room to get ready. Had lots of thoughful gestures like eggs, bread, coffee gallore and easy to work with ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori 7 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This was such a unique house. I loved all of the stained glass doors. The backyard was beautiful with a huge lilac bush in bloom. ##### Lori Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margie 7 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fun, homey, well appointed and comfortable. Great location in a rural setting. Close to town and water. Will return! ##### Margie Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jim g. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Two 50 b day celebration Very nice ##### jim g. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence B. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Old but has a lot of character. Cute. ##### Lawrence B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melinda P. 13 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family getaway spot Barb provides everything you need for a memorable family vacation. Lots of books and games, TV with ability to stream movies, firepit with lots of seating. She even has beach chairs for you. Such a comfortable place to hang out and relax but also convenient location for a base to explore Saugatuck, Holland, Fennville, etc. Plenty of heat for cool mornings. Lots of windows for fresh air. Place is as advertised. It's got this wonderful rustic charm. It was exactly as advertised and exactly what we wanted. ##### Melinda P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Laura H. 4 Jun 2015 #### Extremely Disappointed!! Let me start with the only positive item for this rental - the location. It was close enough to town but far enough away from the crowds. The biggest issue with this rental property is the cleanliness or the lack of being clean. Upon arrival, we noticed evidence of mice (mice droppings) throughout the house, mainly in the kitchen. There were droppings all along the kitchen sink and counters, floors, bathroom (in the linens). When we opened one of the drawers in the kitchen to use a kitchen towel, there was a towel that had been torn apart by mice and the drawer was full of droppings. The dishes and silverware were dirty. It appeared as if someone had eaten off of the plates, rinsed them and towel dried them. There was a greasy residue to all of them. The description of the rental mentioned the use of a charcoal grill - we could not locate a grill anywhere on the property. There seems to be an insect issue in the house - more specifically hornets, bumble bees, yellow-jackets. We killed several of them in the house during our stay. We also saw a few live cockroaches in the bed linens that appeared while putting our kids to bed. The property description mentioned enjoying a fire around the fire pit and make s'mores. There was so much garbage in the "fire pit" that it needed to be cleaned out before one could start making a fire. The property was described as enjoying the summer breezes throughout the house - the majority of the windows in the front of the house did not have screens in them. The screens were laying on the floor below the windows, but not they had not been installed for the season. The above are the major problems we had while staying there. There are several other issues but are minor commpared to what I have described above. Between my husband and I and our family, we have stayed in several different types of properties from motels, hotels, historic homes, bed and breakfasts, inns and in our own RV - this property, by far, was the worst we've experienced. I am extremely disappointed and angry at the dollar amount we've spent to stay in a place as I described above. We love the Saugatuk/Douglas area and will be back to visit again but will NOT be staying at "The Zoo" and I would never recommend it to anyone. ##### Laura H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon H. 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property and owner are amazing! We had a girls weekend here and absolutely adore the house, the owner made everything super easy and was very helpful when we had car trouble during our stay. ##### Shannon H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara A. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a fun property!! Was easy to find, clean, and full of whimsical touches. ##### Sara A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean R. 4 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Zoo Review It was exactly what we were expecting. We had a very relaxing and wonderful stay! ##### Jean R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca H., Livonia, Michigan 1 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Rustic Farmhouse We enjoyed our stay at "The Zoo"! The house was well represented in the pictures. The house has history and character. It is rustic and fun, not fancy which was perfect for our casual vacation. It has a great location. Outdoor area is wonderful for fire pit, star gazing and playing with our dog. The house has well water which some might not like but it was not an issue for us. There is a large, bottled water cooler with hot water dispenser available for drinking and cooking. It is an old farmhouse so bedrooms are small (double beds) but worked for us. The owner was wonderful to work with and we hope to come back again! ##### Rebecca H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine(Tina) and Mark R. 1 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Away from the maddening crowd Great little hideaway from the hustle and bustle but close enough to feel like you are still part of the action ##### Christine(Tina) and Mark R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### marla 16 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property is exactly what is advertised. It is an old farm house. No bells or whistles, but has everything you need. I Loved that it was pet friendly. That was a must for me. It was very quiet and peaceful, but you had a road near by in case you fear being isolated. The host was easy to talk to and only wanted guest to enjoy their stay. ##### marla Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Valerie G., Platteville 27 Aug 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Very old farmhouse that needs alot of work. Fun place for kids and animals no worries about mess Reminds me of a college party house Not for you if looking for a classy place ##### Valerie G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison H. 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, quirky house with amenities in a good location. We had a great stay at the Zoo. The property manager, Barb, was great, communicated everything we needed to know. The house was set up with a lot of amenities, from bags of chips to toiletries. Our kids adored it. It is a great location for a family, with games, multiple rooms and outdoor space. The location was excellent, an easy drive to the beach and other activities. ##### Alison H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brianne B. 22 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation in the country We had a great time staying here for a family trip. This is an old country home, with character and quirks. The place offers privacy and space. It is a quick drive or bike ride to many restaurants, grocery store, cute shops in Douglas/Saugatuck. There is no Central Air, but the two window units helped us cool the majority of rooms. The Kitchen is well stocked and we we’re able to grill and cook a few meals at home. We enjoyed the many parks and beaches in the area. Communication with the owner was quick and helpful. ##### Brianne B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan T. 20 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, spacious and fully stocked. This place is out in the country but still close to town. We had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy ourselves. It’s fully stocked with everything you can think of. My one and only complaint would be that we wished the AC units were in the bedrooms. It was pretty hot for a few nights. But besides that, it was perfect! ##### Ryan T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Alicia C. 16 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family retreat We planned a family visit to MI and made this last minute excursion to the beach. The Zoo was rustic just like the owner described. Had all we needed for a stay away from home and ample amenities were great for games, fun, beach going, and household needs. I love my morning coffee....Would just highly recommend a Kuerig for the coffee station. (The machine there otherwise could use deep cleaning). The fans and and ac worked great and made it comfortable. ##### Alicia C. ### 8/10 Good #### Sonya C. 12 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place for people who enjoy the outdoors Great for people who love to sit by campfires, love outdoors, and spending time with family. If you don’t Ming the country cottage feel this is the place for you! ##### Sonya C. 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