GETTING

THERE BY AIR

Saugatuck is a short drive from Chicago. For friends and family flying in to celebrate with us, there are a few airport options we recommend.

Chicago O’Hare International Airport
2 hr. 30 min. drive to Saugatuck

Chicago Midway International Airport
2 hr. 20 min. drive to Saugatuck

Gerald R. Ford International Airport
45 min. drive to Saugatuck

Muskegon County Airport
50 min. drive to Saugatuck

LODGING

RECOMMENDATIONS

Saugatuck is filled with beautiful B&Bs and cozy inns, vacation rentals, and Airbnbs of all sizes. Some of our recommendations are linked below. Please note, guests will receive a 10% discount for booking through Mill Pond Realty. Select properties are also being held until May 15 through Relax Rentals under “St. John/Walsh Wedding Block” – these are currently held for guests for Friday, Sept. 6 and Saturday Sept. 7 but guests can adjust their dates accordingly upon booking. More traditional hotel options can be found in nearby towns of Douglas and Holland.

Please note, transportation will be provided to the wedding from a central location in downtown Saugatuck.

  • Mill Pond Realty

    Book directly online or call (269) 857-1477. You get 10% off with promo code STJOHNWALSHWEDDING.

    Various individual property rentals of all sizes.

    Lizzy’s Place + Paddlewheel Properties

    These properties are held until May 15 for Friday 9/6/24 and Saturday 9/7/24 under our wedding block with Relax Rentals. Dates can be adjusted by calling (269) 455-5023.

    Lizzie’s Place is a spacious three bed, two bath home perfectly located just a short walk from Downtown Saugatuck.

    Paddlewheel Properties has four rentals within it, ranging from one bedrooms to three bedrooms. Book one property or multiple. All properties are located in the same building as The Star of Saugatuck.

    Jaqua Realtors Vacation Rentals

    Book directly online or call (269) 857-8030.

    Various individual property rentals of all sizes.

    Upscale Lakeshore

    Book directly online or call (855) 541-1555.

    Various individual property rentals of all sizes.

  • Wickwood Inn

    510 Butler St.

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    The Hotel Saugatuck

    900 Lake St.

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Twin Oaks Inn

    227 Griffith Street

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Bayside Inn

    618 Water St.

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Maplewood Hotel

    428 Butler St.

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Judson Heath Colonial Inn

    607 Butler St.

    Saugatuck, Michigan 49453

    Starlite Resort *Pet Friendly!

    3353 Blue Star Hwy

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    Best Western Plaza Hotel Saugatuck

    3457 Blue Star Hwy

    Saugatuck, MI 49453

    AmericInn by Wyndham Douglas/Saugatuck *Pet Friendly!

    2905 Blue Star Hwy

    Douglas, MI 49406

THINGS TO DO

WHILE IN TOWN

Whether you want to soak up the sun, find a new favorite brewery, or scale up the side of a giant dune in a buggy, Saugatuck’s got you covered. Here are some of our favorite things to do while you’re in town.

Saugatuck Dune Rides
Michigan is known for its beautiful landscape and epic dunes. Experience the fun and take a tour of the area in a vintage dune buggy.

Oval Beach
Megan’s grandparents vacationed in Saugatuck just for Oval Beach. So bring your suit – it’s a classic spot to catch some rays and relax lakeside.

Mount Baldhead
Experience the beautiful view of Lake Michigan from the top of Mt. Baldhead. This 1-mile loop is perfect for hiking, bike riding, or trail running.

Star of Saugatuck Cruises
This authentic sternwheeler paddleboat offers sightseeing tours along the Kalamazoo River. Hop onboard for a tour that is uniquely Michigan!

City of Saugatuck
As an artistic community filled with unique small businesses, cool breweries, and fun nightlife, Saugatuck is an amazing town to explore and great place to spend a weekend.