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Updated, charming home with huge yard, fire pit, & WiFi - walkable location

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Haven Center for the Arts
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪13 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.

Updated, charming home with huge yard, fire pit, & WiFi - walkable location

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With original charm to spare plus all the modern updates you want, you’ve hit the jackpot with this darling home. Easy access to all of South Haven is at your doorstep, with downtown’s shops, restaurants, and cafés within walking distance just a few blocks north. The beach and Kids' Corner Park - also within walking distance - awaits just to the west. Hiking, mountain biking, golf, tennis, wineries and more abound in the summer, and snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are nearby in the winter.

At home, you’ll love the huge, enclosed back yard, with plenty of room for the family to spread out. Start the day with coffee at the patio picnic table and end it gathered around the fire pit, with wood thoughtfully provided.

Inside, you’ll find a light, bright space, with original hardwood floors, modern fixtures, stylish, beachy decor, and beautiful blue wainscoting. The covered porch in front opens to the combined living and dining space, making it easy to gather as a group. The fully updated kitchen features sleek stainless steel appliances, warm butcher-block countertops, and a delicate white-tile backsplash. Spend the day exploring or lounging at the beach, and then return to relax in the central AC at home. Stream a movie or grab a board game for some more together time, and call it a night in one of four well-appointed bedrooms, each as thoughtfully decorated as the rest of the home. Your first perfect South Haven day is coming to a close - with another in store for tomorrow.

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available with guest accounts
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is an active Ring Doorbell camera mounted next to the door, filming the front steps and driveway.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Michigan. A water park and laundry facilities are available. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and South Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
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.

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85154

Updated, charming home with huge yard, fire pit, & WiFi - walkable location Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
I've already done this. House is very old. Window in upstairs bathroom was drafty. Covered porch gives poor first impression. The updates were nice. 2bedrooms have no closet. The upstairs bedroom with no closet had room for a dresser or at least a luggage rack. Kitchen is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheri F.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location but very old home. Served its purpose for our long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hot and Cold

Overall, the house was as depicted and pretty clean. Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the household essentials in the kitchen and bathrooms which made packing easier! The walk to the beach was about 6 blocks, which was nice as we didnt have to search for parking.The downside was the AC. Its an older home with an addition which is normal for the area, but very little cool air ( and i mean very little!) Made its way to the upstairs bedrooms. Only one of which had a ceiling fan. The seating in the living room accomodated 4 or 5 (2 loveseats) so it was shy of what youd expect for a home that advertises room for 8.The property is managed by Vacasa and similar to other guests, responsiveness was spotty as its centralized, not local. Overall, the property was fine but for what we paid, not nearly the value I'd expect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We were in South Haven for a girls weekend. The house was super cozy and fit all 7 of us with zero issues, and the location can’t be beat! Within a half mile of downtown and the beach. We didn’t have any of our kids with us, but we noticed a pack-n-play in the upstairs closet and both rooms upstairs could easily accommodate a crib/blow up mattress for little if needed. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felic F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and charming home

Exactly as pictured! Charming comfortable place! Beds were very comfortable and the pillows also very comfortable. Loved the large kitchen with fridge with ice and water dispenser! Loved the firepit and seating! About 6 blocks from lake and huge park for kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Four siblings and three spouses, all senior citizens, got together for a long weekend. This is our second year, and wevare looking forward to returning next year. The property is perfect forvour group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place

We were pretty happy, but the oven didn't work and smoke detectors are very sensitive alarm is loud. Overall it was good but could have received credit because not all amenities worked. No laundry available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexandria M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Communication issues overshadowed the rest

The house was clean and as photographed. Unfortunately upon arrival we noticed that the oven did not work. We attempted 3 separate times in 24 hours to get in touch with the property people and no one ever got back to us. This of course made it difficult to prepare food and the lack of response and assistance was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet cottage in good location

We enjoyed our stay in this nicely decorated and updated South Haven style cottage. Two spacious bedrooms and a nice updated bath upstairs and two cozy bedrooms and smaller bath on the first floor was perfect for our group of three couples and a baby. The kitchen had everything we needed and the layout works well. As others have noted the yard could use mowing, but that didn’t impact our group. You can walk to either the beach or shops in 10 minutes. South Haven sunsets are not to be missed!! Also near the two awesome bike trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Janice D.

Vacation

It was a nice spot The home has extreme foundation issues which aggravated my vertigo so I was dizzy and tried to be outside of the house as much as possible I will never stay here again There was garbage inside that included a dirty diaper that was unsettling when we first got there, otherwise it was very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jessica C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Horrible property

Booked this place based on the advertised backyard. However, upon arrival it was extremely unkept, overgrown, and not maintained. Called the management company and requested the grass be cut so our kids could use the backyard. Seven days later still not cut. Based on other recent reviews this clearly has been an ongoing problem that they do not intend to remedy. Bugs and ants everywhere. Trash can was completely full when arrived and company took it out too late on trash day and instead removed one bag of trash. Smell was horrendous. Hole in dining room floor making basement ground visible and likely leading to the pest problem. Floors all different levels leading to lots of tripping by the kids - very unsafe if have children. Do yourself a favor and avoid this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jane F.

Mixed Review

Inside of the house was very cute. Beds are comfortable. Outside was very unkept. Hadn’t been mowed in months.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Beach Themed House

Very comfortable and clean. Just a few suggestions for the owner or manager: Weeds near entrance (they were dead, but still there). Wish the bedrooms had mirrors, especially when sharing bathrooms. Would be nice if queen bedroom upstairs had a chest of drawers for clothes. Love that you had dishwasher detergent and foil. Loved that there were so many towels, we didn’t need them but just in case. Wish the outdoor furniture had cushions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lee T.

Liked: Cleanliness

So comfy and cozy!

The property was exactly as the pictures and narrative described. Plenty of open space for gathering. Easy to get downtown restaurants. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice interior

Nice interior - nice upgrades for an older house; clean interior. Yard needed mowing and weeding. Cleaning was good but comforter on bed was placed on still wet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and location.

Highly recommend.
Stayed 27 nights in Apr 2023