Saugatuck and Douglas[1] are small adjacent resort towns in West Michigan on the shores of Lake Michigan, and at the mouth of the Kalamazoo River. They are mostly a summer resort area popular with locals and Chicago residents, and have a lively arts scene and many out of the ordinary shops and restaurants. They offer a peculiar mixture of traditional small-town midwestern values and progressive alternative-lifestyle tolerance.
Saugatuck-Douglas Convention and Visitors Burea, ☎ +1 269-857-1701, [2]. The official source for all visitor information on this popular tourist destinationedit
Amazwi Contemporary Art, 249 Culver St, Saugatuck, 269-857-5551, [3] . Fine Art Paintings, Sculpture & Unique Crafts from Africa.
Art 'Round Town, PO Box 405, Saugatuck, 616-582-6001, [4]. An outdoor sculpture exhibit, a walking tour
Blue Coast Artists, 6301 122nd Ave, Fennville 269-236-9260, [5]. Six unique working artists studios specializing in many media.
Bruce Baughman Studio & Gallery, 242 Butler St, Saugatuck, 269-857-1299, [6]. A contemporary fine art gallery
James Brandess Studios & Gallery, 238 Butler St, Saugatuck, 269-857-1937, [7]. Area landscapes, still-lifes, portraits
Button Gallery, 161 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, 269-857-2175, [8]. Offering fine paintings and sculpture in Douglas since 1966.
Czarina's Treasure, 403 Water Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-7216. Upscale art glass, jewelry, bronzes, antiques, icons and gifts.
Discovery Art Center, 347 Water St., Saugatuck, 269-857-8225. A nationally recognized co-operative of Saugatuck artists.
Elizabeth Ellen Gallery, 21 Main St, Douglas, 269-857-1948, [9]. Heirloom quality oil paintings; rotating work of guest artists.
Good Goods, 106 Mason St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1557, [10]. Fine art, furniture, ceramics, glass, jewelry and wearable art
Janice Miles Gallery, 421 Water St., Saugatuck, 269-857-5202, [11]. Local and British landscape watercolors, jewelry, garden metal sculptures.
Koorey Creations, 104 Hoffman St., Saugatuck, 269-857-8050, [12]. Hand crafted jewelry, extraordinary gems in gold and platinum. Seasonal hours.
Ox-Bow, 3435 Rupprecht Way at end of Park St., Saugatuck, 269-857-5811, [13]. Summer School of art and artists’ residency.
The Peachbelt Studio & Gallery, corner of M-89 & 63rd St., Fennville, 269-561-5561, [14]. Oil painting by Dawn Stafford & sculpture by Jill Lareaux.
Constance Petter Gallery, 161 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, 269-857-7861, [15]. National and regional fine art for thirty years.
Saugatuck Douglas Art Club, - Saugatuck Gallery, 317 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-1189, [16]. Largest selection of oil paintings in West Michigan, affordable prices.
The Timmel Collection, 133 Main St., Saugatuck, 269-857-7274, [17]. A gallery of fine art featuring 100 artisans.
Tuscan Pot, 321 Water Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-5550, [18]. Original, Italian style pottery/tiles, Italian imports and more.
Water Street Gallery, 98 Center Street, Douglas, 269-857-8485, [19]. Contemporary Fine Art, Painting, Glass, Sculpture by national/regional artists.
Stroll the art galleries, visit the eclectic shops and restaurants and walk along the Lake Michigan beach to watch the sunsets. Oval Beach – technically in Saugatuck, but accessible by driving through Douglas – was once featured by MTV as one of the "top five" beaches in the country.
Every June since 1999, Saugatuck has hosted the Waterfront Film Festival, a showcase of independent filmmaking, featuring a selection of movies ranging from (relatively) big-budget productions with well-known star or two to obscure shoestring-budget shorts, including many regional and a few worldwide debuts. [20]
A Christmas Carol, Saugatuck, Tickets: 269-857-1701 The 22nd season for this local "Humbug" of Dickens. 2 weeks in December.
Big Lake Outfitters, 640 Water St. Saugatuck 269-857-4762, [21]. Charter fishing, pontoon rentals, fishing & marine supplies.
Chamber Music Festival of Saugatuck, Saugatuck Woman's Club 616-393-5555, [22]. Concerts Thursdays & Fridays in July & August.
Clearbrook Golf Club, Pro Shop & Driving Range, 6494 Clearbrook Drive, Saugatuck, 269-857-2000, [23]. Golf Digest Four Stars - with friendly rates & great food.
Fenn Valley Vineyards Tasting Room, 310 Butler Street, Saugatuck, 800-432-6265, [24]. Fenn Valley Tasting Room. Award winning wines of distinction.
Harbor Duck Adventures Co. Saugatuck and Douglas, 269-857-DUCK (3825), [26]. Amphibious touring water taxi.
Lakeshore Jazz Connection, 269-857-2287, [27]. Sponsoring jazz performances throughout the year.
Laketown Golf & Conference Center, 6069 Blue Star Highway, 269-857-5730, [28]. Premier location for receptions, meetings and conferences.
Mason Street Warehouse, 400 Culver St., Saugatuck, 269-857-4898, [29]. An uptown theatre in downtown Saugatuck; a professional theatre.
The Red Barn, 3657 63rd Street, 269-857-5300, Saugatuck, [30]. Plays, Cabarets, Art & Exhibits, Ballet at the Historic Red Barn.
Running Rivers Kayak Rental, Wade's Bayou Park, Center St., Douglas, 269-673-3698, [31]. No experience needed. All ages welcome! 8 hour river trips.
Saugatuck-Douglas Museum, 735 Park St., Saugatuck, 269-857-7900, [32]. Annual exhibits open Memorial Day - Labor Day, daily. Fall weekends.
Saugatuck Dune Rides, 6495 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, 1-269-857-2253, [33] 35 minute scenic tour thru the sand dunes of Lake Michigan.
Star of Saugatuck Boat Cruises, 716 Water St., Saugatuck, 1-269-857-4261, [34]. 1 1/2 hour cruise on authentic Sternwheeler – snacks & spirits.
Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-2399, [35]. Arts and Entertainment year-round.
Saugatuck Dunes State Park, 6575 138th Ave., Saugatuck, [36]. A day-use park along a secluded strip of Lake Michigan shoreline, Saugatuck Dunes State Park offers 1,000 acres of land with 2.5 miles of shore line.
Waterfront Film Festival, 350 Culver Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-8351, [37]. Annual Independent film festival.
Lakeview Lanes & Grill, 229 Center Street (Saugatuck and Douglas), ☎ 269- 857-1107, [38]. Restaurant, Bar & Bowlingedit
American Spoon Foods, 308 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-3084, [39]. Gourmet artisanal foods celebrating the native flavors of Michigan!
Belvedere Inn & Restaurant, 3656 63rd Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-5777, [40]. Award winning B&B and dinner. All inclusive dine and lodge!
Blue Moon Bar and Grille, 310 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, 269-857-8686,[41]. Award-winning fine dining restaurant with weekend features, special bar menu, drink features and specialty martini menu, all-star service and an eclectic contemporary interior design. -CLOSED-
Blue Star Cafe & M&M's Ice Cream, 141 Blue Star Hwy, Douglas 269-857-1030, [42]. Ma & Pa Greek meals-Veggies-Omelets-Burgers-Pitas-Ice Cream.
The Butler, 40 Butler St. Saugatuck, 269-857-3501, [43]. Seafood, steaks & burgers. Waterfront dining. Open year round.
Providence Farms P.O. Box 848, Saugatuck, 269-857-1215. Organic Beef, Lamb, Pork, Chicken & Turkey. Pick up at th Green market on Fridays in Saugatuck info@providencefarms.org
Restaurant Toulouse,[53] 248 Culver St. Saugatuck, 269-857-1561 French country cuisine in a beautiful, relaxed setting. Reservations.
The River Market & Deli, 650 Water St. Saugatuck, 269-857-8899, [54]. Full deli, groceries, beer, liquor, wine, bakery, cigars & gas dock.
Sand Bar Saloon, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, 269-857-2676. Friendly downtown bar with beer, wine, spirits, pool tables, gyros & Keno.
Saugatuck Brewing Co, [55]. Next door to the Antique Pavillion, Douglas, 269-857-7222 Hancrafted beer and brew. On premise brewery. Open 3-6PM Daily. Later by chance.
Saugatuck Coffee Company, 119-121 Butler Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-2633, [56]. Casual elegance located in historic Leland Alley behind Kilwin’s
Saugatuck-Douglas Green Market, 400 Culver Street, Saugatuck, 269-857-2399, [57]. (June–September) Featuring Michigan farmers and artisan producers, dedicated to bringing fresh, high quality food to your table.
Spectators Sports Bar & Grill, 6432 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, 269-857-5001, [58]. 25 TVs, outdoor seating, live music, meeting room for up to 50 people.
Tabor Hill Wine Port, 214 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-4859, [59]. Fine wines, great food, incredible view, tastings & tours (800) 283-3363
Uncommon Grounds Coffeehouse, 127 Hoffman St, Saugatuck 269-857-3333, [60]. In-house roasted coffees, fresh baked goods, full juice bar.
The White House, 149 Griffith St, Saugatuck 269-857-3240, [61]. Food. Fun. Home of classic rock.
Wine Sellers Of Saugatuck, 247 Butler St., Saugatuck, 269-857-7815, [62]. Fine wine and beer, wine racks, gourmet foods, gifts and cigars
Elbo Room, 880 Holland St, Saugatuck, ☎ 269.857.8646, [63]. The Elbo Room overlooks the Kalamazoo River. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, including pizza served daily.edit
Lakeview Lanes & Grill, 229 Center Street, ☎ 269- 857-1107, [64]. restaurant, bar, bowlingedit
Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast, 938 Center Street, Douglas, 800-838-1246, [65]. Just half a block from the Lake Michigan beach.
Beechwood Manor Inn & Cottage, 736 Pleasant Street, Saugatuck, 877-857-1587, [66]. An upscale bed and breakfast within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck.
Saugatuck Bed and Breakfast, 938 Center Street, 1-800-838-1246, [67]. A victorian home in a wooded setting just half a block from the Lake Michigan beach.
The Dunes Resort - 333 Blue Star Hwy, Douglas, +1 269-857-1401, [68]. Gay & Lesbian resort with motel rooms and multi-room cottages, set in 20 acres.
Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites, 247 Butler St., ☎ 888 857-8109, [70]. located right downtown.edit
Lynn-Dee-Lea Houseboat, 868 Holland St, Saugatuck, ☎ (309) 360-7498, [71]. Sleep on the water in this boatel.edit
Twin Gables Inn, 900 Lake Street (A-2 (Blue Star Hwy) & Lake St), ☎ 800-231-2185, [72]. checkin: 3PM; checkout: 11AM. Casual bed and breakfast in town overlooking Lake Kalamazoo.From $129. edit
