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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, South Haven Center for the Arts
    ‪17 min walk‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Summerwood Cottage | Moments from the Shore | Game Room | EV Charger

Brand New for 2025!

Featured Amenities:

On-site Level 2 EV Charger for Seamless Electric Vehicle Charging
Peaceful Wooded Backyard Made for Relaxing Summer Escapes
Fire Pit Setting the Stage for Unforgettable Nights Under the Stars
Outdoor Grill Ready for Breezy Cookouts and Casual Dining
Game Room with Pac-Man and Foosball - Fun for All Ages, Rain or Shine
Just Moments from Sun-soaked Days on Lake Michigan’s Shoreline
A Short 10-minute Walk to South Haven’s Vibrant Shops, Dining, and Entertainment

Just 2.5 blocks from Oak Street Beach, Summerwood Cottage is your invitation to slow down and savor the best of South Haven. Whether you’re chasing sunshine along the shoreline, crunching through golden leaves on a fall hike, or curling up for a wintery weekend retreat, this year-round hideaway is ready to welcome you in every season.

Mornings here begin with birdsong and a hot cup of coffee on the back deck, where towering trees offer a peaceful start to the day. Pack a picnic and wander down to Oak Street Beach - Just a short stroll away - Where the soft sand and cool lake breeze are reason enough to linger. When it’s time to explore, downtown South Haven is just minutes away, offering boutique shopping, farmers market finds, and local restaurants full of flavor and charm.

Back at the cottage is where the adventure truly begins. Rinse off the day in the outdoor shower tucked next to the garage, then head inside to the cozy open-concept living spaces of our home.

Stretch out in the living room for a cozy movie night, where there’s plenty of room to curl up with a blanket, pass around the popcorn, and wind down after a day of beachside adventures. Our home's comfy seating invites everyone to sink in, whether you're queuing up a classic or just dozing off after a sun-soaked afternoon.

When it’s time to cook, step outside and let the grill take the lead. As the sun melts into the treetops and the sky turns that perfect shade of gold, the backyard sets the scene for an easygoing summer cookout - Burgers on the flame, buns lightly toasted, and dinner served al fresco with a side of fresh air and good company.

Craving something homemade without the grill? Just inside, the kitchen offers a warm and welcoming space to cook up whatever the day calls for - Whether it’s a slow breakfast sunny-side up, a quick lakeside lunch, or a laid-back dinner after the sun goes down. With full-size appliances, generous counter space, and all the tools you need, it’s set up to keep things simple, stress-free, and delicious from morning to midnight.

The dining table isn’t just for mealtimes - It moonlights as game central, where friendly competition and laughter take the spotlight. It’s the perfect stage for card sharks, puzzle pros, and board game champions of all ages. Whether you're building a towering stack in Jenga, rolling the dice in a heated match of Yahtzee, or teaming up for a marathon round of Monopoly, this is where stories are shared, rivalries are born (in good fun), and the evening stretches on without anyone checking the clock.

With four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, Summerwood Cottage makes group getaways feel easy, breezy, and wonderfully relaxed. On the main floor, the primary suite is your personal retreat - Complete with a cozy queen bed and private bath, perfect for quiet mornings with coffee or winding down after a day in the sun. Another queen bedroom offers a restful escape with just the right touch of charm and comfort.

Then there’s the bunk room - Every kid’s favorite, and a secret haven for the young at heart. With two sets of twin bunks, it’s a cozy hideaway made for whispered stories, flashlight giggles, and the kind of sleepover energy that lingers long after lights out.

Downstairs, the walk-out lower level transforms into a cozy little hub of fun and downtime - A space where foosball tournaments break out, Pac-Man gobbles up ghosts, and the hours slip away without anyone noticing. With comfy seating for movie nights, spirited board games, and laid-back lounging, it’s the kind of spot where everyone naturally gathers. And when the day winds down, the final queen bedroom and sleeper sofa are ready to welcome weary guests for a well-earned night’s rest.

Step outside, and you’ll find a backyard that feels worlds away - Wrapped in tall trees and soaked in sunlight. Whether you’re lounging with a good book, watching the kids turn sticks into magic wands, or gathering around the firepit as the evening settles in, this little pocket of nature invites you to stay out just a little longer and soak it all in.

And because it’s the little things that make a getaway feel extra special, Summerwood Cottage is stocked with all the extras you didn’t know you needed. A Level 2 EV charger in the garage makes arrivals easy, while five bikes and a scooter are ready for spontaneous town adventures. There’s even a wagon loaded with beach gear - Boogie boards and all - For carefree days by the lake. And when the sun starts to dip? Cornhole and Kan Jam are waiting to keep the fun rolling back at home.

South Haven shines in every season - From sunny beach days and harbor cruises to fall color tours, winery stops, and winter skiing. With downtown just a 10-minute walk away and the lake practically at your doorstep, Summerwood Cottage is the perfect launchpad for your next Michigan escape. 

Don’t just visit South Haven - Live it. Book your stay at Summerwood Cottage today and let the lake days, starlit nights, and woodland magic begin!

Parking: Driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles + Garage parking for 1 vehicle
Pets: Pets are not allowed at this property
Beach Access: Oak Street Beach access is only 2 blocks away
Rental Certificate Number: CBR25-0013
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Michigan. Enjoy features like a water park, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and North Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

As part of booking a Shores property, you will be required to fill out a separate Guest Rental Agreement governing your stay at our lovely home!

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Pets are not allowed at this home.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Families with kids are welcome at all our homes!

Events

No events allowed
No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

190260

Reviews

Summerwood Cottage | Moments from the Shore | Game Room | EV Charger Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice spot to stay and go visit the tulips in Holland

The property was specifically as listed and proved to be just what we needed to visit Western Michigan and visit Holland, Michigan for the Tulip festival. The house was well stocked and very comfortable we enjoyed our stay and it fit our needs. Our only criticism would be the furnishings while comfortable were quite dated, additionally We would suggest a written instructions on the operation of the TV.Finally during our stay there was a power outage not realizing if it was a power company issue or a breaker problem we called the property management company and despite it being a blown transformer in the neighborhood the maintenance guy showed up to check everything, very impressed with the effort and response time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Old people get away

The house was clean and had plenty of room for a fun adult get away. When we arrived the driveway and walk were snow covered, but host responded quickly with a solution. The kitchen was well stocked with kitchen gear and there was plenty of bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect winter getaway

The house was clean and comfortable for our family of 7. The area was very nice. It was a quick drive to the Maritime Museum and downtown South Haven. We really enjoyed being there during the winter. It wasn't crowded in town and we still found plenty to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Girls get away

Had a minor issue but owner took care of it in a timely matter. Responded to my messages quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

House is older and tired

A quiet neighborhood a few blocks to the beach was a plus. Home was dark and decor dated. Patio was covered with leaves so called rental agent who had it cleaned off. Barbecue worked well. Wanted to open Master bedroom window but it was covered with cobwebs. Sheets and towels worn.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

Great stay for our guys golf weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherril J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holland tulip festival

We had a great time . Very helpfull to have 3 bedrooms on main level with my dad and aunt and uncle all in there 80s. Beautiful house. Close to town and beach. Back deck is very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Convenient walk to the beach! We were especially appreciative that there was a baby gate available for the stairs!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday get away

Everything was clean and ready when we arrived. In a nice, quiet neighborhood and not far from Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday at the Lake

Great Experience. Perfect Christmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

Property was in a great location. Close to beach and downtown. We were pleasantly surprised that the property had bike for us to use. Very enjoyable and we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding weekend

The house was set up well for multiple people. We had plenty of room for everyone and the kids had fun. We enjoyed sitting on the deck out back and watching the the squirrels and deer. It was a very peaceful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise H.

Close to the beach

House was in a lovely neighborhood with walkable beaches. It had a lovely wooded backyard with a firepit that unfortunately wasn't able to be used because it was full of big logs and debri all around it. House definitely needs some updating. Basement was very spacious with bed and bathroom. Shower in basement barely worked. Window sills all full of dirt,cobwebs..Only 1 kitchen towel. Discussed all with host who was apologetic. He said he would take care of issues and gave us a partial refund.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summerwood Cottage.

Property was as advertised…. Clean, comfortable and well-appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

CYNTHIA B.

Family vacation

Enjoyed our stay. Setup in the upstairs main room could have been done differently so that you could have had more comfortable seating to visit and hang out.We drove most days to the beach because of having little ones along. Beach, water, and weather were perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Located in a very nice area, view from the top deck was great!

The place was nice but my sister and friend did have a few issues. We had brought food to cook the first night on the BBQ and that didn't work and the oven also didn't work. I called the owner and the management company and didn't receive a reply until 3pm the next day. The BBQ tank was replaced immediately and he did advise that the mgt. company didn't advise him that the oven was broke so someone came and fixed that the next day. The place was clean but the bathroom between the two bedrooms the water drains very slow. We only needed the air the last two nights but even with the bedroom doors open it didn't circulate very well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

katy l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

We had an amazing stay in South Haven! The house is located in a peaceful neighborhood close to the beaches and the downtown area. The house was very clean. We had no issues checking in or out. We loved everything about this house. The space, the games and the time spent with family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ice Festival Get Away

My wife and I went with 3 other couples and the place was perfect. Everyone seemed to enjoy it. It was within walking distance for the Ice Festival in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent service

Very comfortable overall highly recommend thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding great location

Easy to rent and location was great my kids are asking when we can go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable house, great location

This house has a nice open layout, and a large dining table upstairs to feed crowds and play board games :) The neighborhood is quiet, and a short walk to both the marina in one direction and Oak Beach in the other. The only drawback we found was that the house could use some home improvements. The kitchen needs updating and it would be great if the beds were bigger - they felt more like doubles instead of queens (?). Otherwise, it's a nice piece of property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great trip! Loved South Haven
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was as advertised…clean, functional and reasonable.

We had a great time at Summerwood Cottage. We’ve rented from Mark twice previously, so we knew what to expect. He is attentive to your needs and available if you need him. Everything you might need for a getaway with the grandkids is there. We’ll be there again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orpha T.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved the location !

We did much of our own cooking and found there were several things we would of liked to had in the kitchen. We also found the A/C difficult to regulate. We are probably spoiled with central air
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022