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4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Game room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown

WEEKLY rentals only mid June to Labor Day. Hey, pick this house! 'Summerwood Cottage' is located on a quiet street just 2 1/2 blocks from Lake Michigan's Oak Street Beach in South Haven. This newer house with a walk-out basement has been recently redecorated and has a rear deck and yard facing a wooded area. All amenities including Wifi included. Get the best of both worlds with a private, wooded backyard and be within walking distance of the beach and downtown! Note: We can only accommodate WEEKLY RENTALS ONLY June 15 to Labor Day. Sorry no pets.

This Wifi equipped cozy and comfortable home boasts a convenient floor plan which can accommodate either individual families or multiple families. With a total of 2100 square feet, the main floor includes the following: eat-in kitchen, master bedroom (queen bed), master bathroom (shower), bedroom 2 (queen bed), bedroom 3 (two sets of bunkbeds), bathroom 2 (tub and shower), living room (TV w/VCR/DVD and cable), deck overlooking backyard. Downstairs 1 bedroom (queen bed) with a sleeper sofa for extra visitors in the recreation room.

The lower level includes: family Rec room (fieldstone gas fireplace, Smart TV, foosball table, queen size sleeper sofa and patio doors), bedroom 4 (queen bed), bathroom 3 (shower), and laundry room (washer and dryer). The home also includes use of an attached garage with EV level 2 charger.

In the backyard you can enjoy the trees and the privacy. The upper level includes an elevated deck with a barbecue grill while the lower level includes a patio.
Amenities: We offer all of the amenities of home. The kitchen is fully equipped with all major appliances (stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher) and well as small appliances (blender, coffee maker, toaster). It is also stocked with silverware, everyday china, cookware and utensils.

We also stock everything from paper products to dish soap. The bathrooms are stocked with towels as well as paper products and soap. We do ask that you provide your own beach towels, although some are available. The bedrooms are comfortably furnished including bed linens.
General amenities include: WIFI Internet access, fire pit, air conditioning, laundry, TV (Smart TV, streaming channels only!), VCR/DVD players, local telephone service, board games, books to borrow, foosball table, children's toys, gas fireplace, gas barbecue grill, washer and dryer, iron and ironing board, outdoor shower, stereo, and anything else we pick up along the way that looks handy.
Activities: While definitely and beach/boat town, South Haven is a four season vacation destination with activities including agriculture (strawberry & blueberry picking, etc.), antiquing, art, auto racing, biking, boating & cruises, dining, fall color tours, festivals, fishing, go-carts, golf, hiking, museums, paint-ball, parks, wineries, and winter activities such as skiing (downhill or cross-country, skating and snowmobiling.
Area: South Haven is centrally located to many major cities which makes traveling easy. It is 2 hours from Chicago, 3 hours from Detroit, 1 hour from South Bend, and 1 hour from Grand Rapids.

Summerwood Cottage is located on the North side just off of North Shore Drive which has several beach access points. We are conveniently located just minutes from gorgeous and clean beaches, unique shops, and wonderful restaurants.
WEEKLY rentals only mid June to Labor Day.

Property manager

Mark Weitekamper

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: $50 pet fee. must be crated if left unattended!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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

About the neighborhood

Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 12 min walk
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 3 min drive
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive
  • South Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown located?

This family-friendly South Haven vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michele w.

Great Stay
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great for our families. Lots of space and restrooms!

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Sherril J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday week getaway
Very comfortable and clean place to stay. Had a great time. Only negative is the fire pit is near the woods in the back so more mosquitoes will be around the fire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday at the Lake
Great Experience. Perfect Christmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron K., Washington, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Property was as described and Mark was great to communicate with and very responsive. Great location on a quiet street but still close to the beaches, restaurants and shops
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan K., Tiffin, IA

great stay
property was perfect, logistics w/ owner were fantastic. 5 out of 5!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summerwood Cottage.
Property was as advertised…. Clean, comfortable and well-appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lynn M.

Amazing Beach Getaway Retreat!
The Summerwood Cottage was perfect for our whole family! Plenty of rooms, great kitchen, and spacious family room, complete with a popular foosball table! Easy walk to the beach , and a large deck for grilling and outdoor dining!Everything we needed was provided! Hope to make this an annual getaway retreat !!!

8/10 Good

CYNTHIA B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

katy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

SUE L., WEST BLOOMFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Visit
Family met in South Haven for a quick Christmas. The house was clean. The beds were super comfortable and having 3 bathrooms is a bonus. The kitchen was really well stocked. The bonus and most convenient room to congregate in, was downstairs. We played games and puzzled. Ms. Pacman is addicting! We weren't really able to enjoy the patio and outdoors, although it was very inviting. We really enjoyed walking the neighborhood and interesting architecture of houses. Overall, a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Denise H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

8/10 Good

Justin G.

Good location, Great town
Our family had a great week in South Haven. Property is as described, owner was very accommodating and everything went off without a hitch. South Haven didn't disappoint, as the town was great and the beaches were even better. The only reason I gave this a 4 star review, is the house and some of the furnishings are pretty outdated. It was quite hot the week we were there (early August) and the air conditioning really had trouble keeping up. In order to cool the rooms, everyone had to sleep with their doors open which was tough with little kids. The beds were pretty uncomfortable (very hard/firm) which was fine for a night or two, but with a minimum 7 night stay required, the end of the trip got to be pretty rough sleeping. This should be updated by the owner. The only other thing I'd add, is the owner did supply many great beach items that were much appreciated (chairs, kids toys, umbrella, inflatables, etc). A nice touch. All in all was a fantastic week and a nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

Great weekend trip
Our group of seven adults really enjoyed our stay at Summerwood Cottage. I should start by saying that the manager was very accommodating of our request of a check in time different than what was advertised. The house was very easy to find, and checking in was simple when we arrived. The house is spacious, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, the kitchen, dining room, and sitting area on the first floor, and an additional bedroom, bathroom, and large family room with a gas fireplace in the basement (along with a laundry room). The bedrooms are not terribly large, but the beds were very comfortable. The two separate living areas meant all seven of us didn't have to be crammed into the same space the whole time, which was very nice. The kitchen was one of the best stocked kitchens we have seen. There were plenty of plates, cups, silverware, and a large variety of cooking pots and pans. There was also ample prep space. The dining room table was large enough that all seven of us could fit around it without bumping elbows. We were also impressed that when the coffee maker broke, a brand new one was dropped off within very short order. We all agreed we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Great stay for our guys golf weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent service
Very comfortable overall highly recommend thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022