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Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!

Create lifelong memories at this spacious retreat with plenty of room for family gatherings. Enjoy endless fun in the sun at South Beach or explore nearby State Park.

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, books
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!

This 7 bedroom, 4 bath home sleeps 16 n beds with room for more, and sits on over half an acre (3 wonderfully shaded and secluded lots) on the end of a dead-end road, only 2 blocks to the blue stairs at South Beach, and 1 block to Kids Corner! For the bicycle-enthusiast, the newly-paved bike-trail sits 50-feet from the home. This wonderful 4-mile trail will take you directly to the State Park, where you can explore dunes, sit on the beach, and explore an area that many who come to South Haven do not even know exists. If you're looking for a family-friendly South Beach vacation in South Haven, you have found your home!


Because it's summer, you'll get a lot of use out of the outdoor kitchen, featuring an oversize grill, sink, and fridge, with an eat-out counter, sitting on over 500 square feet of stone patio.

The home includes three downstairs bedrooms, one with a Queen bed, one with a King and a twin, and one with a King. Full bath with tub/shower downstairs. Large living room with a 55" 1080p tv that is open to dining room. Living Room, dining room, and kitchen/kitchen eating nook are all very open-concept, and family gathering indoors will not be a problem for even the largest groups!

Four upstairs bedrooms, two have a queen, one has a queen and a twin, one has four twins. Two full baths upstairs, one with a beautiful tumbled-stone tile, glass encased walk-in shower, another with a whirlpool tub.

Kitchen features poured-concrete counter tops, new stainless appliances, and bar-seating for four. Formal dining area features two tables with-seating for 12-16.

Back yard is huge, with plenty of mature trees and areas for the kids to explore! Across the street is a city-owned park area where you can play soccer, throw a baseball around, or have a little picnic!

I purchased this home in November 2014. This home was COMPLETELY GUTTED, down to the studs.

There is a 460 square-foot outbuilding that has been "game room," with a bar, poker table, TV, and full bath with walk-in shower, pull-out couch, Air conditioning/heat, and dual walk-out sliders to the outdoor kitchen off of the main home. The building is really cool, and definitely gives your group some options with respect to living space and privacy.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email.

Property manager

John J. Frost

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Exterior

1 BLOCK TO TOWN ~ 5 BLOCKS TO BEACH! Leave your car at home for the duration!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
1 BLOCK TO TOWN ~ 5 BLOCKS TO BEACH! Leave your car at home for the duration!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South Haven Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • North Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! located?

Situated in South Haven, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. Warner Vineyards and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry W., Plymouth, Michigan

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, met our needs
Our family enjoyed our stay. Great location and size for a large family. Private setting at the end of the street near a biking/walking trail. Close to the beach, a large playground, and short walk into town. South Haven is a very nice area. The property met our needs and has a lot of potential.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family reunion
The house was so comfortable. Beach access was really close, with a pleasant walk through a lovely old neighborhood. A bluff above the beach had benches and was perfect for older members of our group to watch the sunset. The large yard had a table for dinner, an outdoor kitchen with a grill and a firepit that made it ideal for family gatherings. We just enjoyed our stay there so much and would recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Haven
We had a couple issues I got a hold of the property owner working on resolving the issues. Thank you again, John.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Linda m., Bloomington, IN

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great Location, but.....
The house is in a great location. However, the owner needs to spend time on repairs and maintenance. I did not reach out to the homeowner, because there were repairs that needed to be made over 2 years ago, that he still not has addressed. The refrigerator leaks, ice maker doesn't work. We did have a good time, but we would not rent the house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mariyah S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family Stay - Think Twice
If you want a place two blocks from the beach with a large yard, this may work. However, if cleanliness and comfort matter, look elsewhere. We didn’t receive check-in info via VRBO, so I emailed him. He texted the details later and mentioned a big new Weber gas grill. When we arrived, the house was covered in cobwebs. While some are normal in summer, we didn't expect spiders inside in every corner or above the beds. The furniture was ripped, the mattresses were so worn that two people would roll into the middle, and the floors were too dirty to walk on barefoot. Sheets looked dirty, and paint was peeling around the house. The freezer was missing shelves, making it nearly unusable. When I contacted John, he said the cleaning crew should have informed him about the freezer. Two hours later, water leaked from the fridge. He said it had been leaking for a month and suggested we use towels. Talk about a safety hazard. I cannot believe it takes a month to replace a fridge. The bathrooms were moldy and misrepresented. One had just a jacuzzi, and another was in a filthy outhouse. Not great for after the beach. When I expressed our disappointment, John was dismissive: that the appeal was the location and yard and we could leave if we wanted. Where were to go? Ironically, the yard was in such bad shape we asked if he could turn on the water so we could clean the patio to sit for a meal. He never responded, so we swept it ourselves. We had to clean the grill ourselves to use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time
Property was perfect for our group. Great yard for my grandsons to play in. We had nightly fires and movies. Out building worked great for an office for work calls. Location was perfect for the park and beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get away
Great location and no traffic since it is at end of street. House is ok but could use some TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rare 7 bedroom property
If you want all polished hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms with tvs (even closets) and modern furniture, go elsewhere. The 7 private bedrooms, many with more than 1 bed (plus a separate outbuilding with a fold-out couch) met our extended family's priority for a week's stay very near Lake Michigan within South Haven with a very safe property for young children. The landlord was helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
S. Haven
Lack of quality towels, toilet paper, closets, & cleanliness. Not clean; cobwebs and kitchen supplies. Broken chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Andrea R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Dirty.
Mold in showers and slimy. No mirror in bathroom. Very difficult to open and close sliding door. Easy fixes and desperately needs a deep clean. Property has great potential if kept up better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Patricia F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
House needs maintenance especially the garage. However, it is near the beach and does have a lot of
Needs work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always fun in South Haven
Property location on dead end street ideal for children with large yard for kids to play. Rooms were small but for the most part adequate. Bathroom facilities could be updated and cleaner and refrigerator leaked water with non functioning water and ice dispenser. Despite these problems house was very comfortable and we enjoyed are time in South Haven at this property. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Buisness Retreat
We loved our stay. Location was close to everything and property manager was great to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

ruth m., Greenfield IN

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
House in need of attention
We were disappointed in the house upon arrival. The bathroom grout was dirty, the grass needed mowing and the extra game room was very musty smelling. I did contact the owner and he was prompt in having the yard mowed and the bathrooms were cleaned but the problem is the type of grout. The house furnishings were very minimal and the living room furniture was pretty worn. It would have been nice to have hooks or rods available in all the bedrooms for hanging bath towels. The location was great and we did enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Louise D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great backyard and location to beach.
A nice location and yard to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Tonya W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Not worth the money
Only nice thing here was location. This property has a long list of disrepair items …. Leaking through the ceiling from upstairs bathroom, mold growth in upstairs shower and in laundry room, leaking refrigerator with non working ice maker, patio furniture that frankly was scary to sit on, grill was filthy, lawn needed mowed and the place has not seen a landscaper in some time. Furniture was scarce and in poor shape. Only one TV in the entire main house… really? It’s really a shame because this place has so much potential if the owner would invest back into the property. My suggestion ~ keep looking this property is not worth $700+ per night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

cheryl h.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Don’t always get what you pay for!!!
Short on towels, refrigerator froze items, ice machine didn’t work, toaster browned one side, screen on slider taped to hold together, didn’t slide. Loose patio blocks separated, patio chairs iffy, upstairs shower leaked through ceiling on to my suitcase full of clothes. Definitely need some TLC. Also a woman touch wouldn’t hurt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Kristen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, poor property upkeep
Best things about this property are location (close to beach and bike trail) and large back yard, however house was not clean and in poor repair. There were several issues with the building. Upper half of house is quite a bit warmer than lower half and several upstairs windows had no screens. Mouse droppings in kitchen cabinet and outbuilding, mattresses stained and without covers, not enough sheets for all beds, outside grill only heated to 300 degrees, dirty dishes in kitchen cabinet when we arrived, stained towels. Property could really shine with proper cleaning, pest control, and better upkeep, especially for rental price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Vicki M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
So so property in a great location
The actual house was not as nice as the photos. The kitchen tables and chairs were different and the covering on the chairs was ripped. The living room furniture, also different from the photos, was mismatched, uncomfortable and in poor condition. The exterior was not kept up in the same condition as depicted in the photo. For the extra cleaning fee I expected a more thoroughly cleaned house. There were lots of dusty furniture surfaces and dusty baseboards. The outdoor furniture was also dirty and in poor condition. While we enjoyed our week in South Haven because of the convenient location and great weather; I had the impression the owner felt he didn’t have to try so much while charging a premium price, just because of the location and spaciousness of the property. I would love to return but only if there were assurances of furniture upgrades and better cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Drew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect 4th of July Getaway
This spot was perfect for our group for the long weekend. Fit 14 people comfortably and had a large backyard that was great for a variety of activities. Short walk to the beach and easy drive to local stores/golf courses were a huge plus as well. Will be checking availability again for a return trip.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends & Family Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay and John was very accommodating and available when we had any questions. The house is in a great location. Within walking distance to the beach, playground and downtown. Highly recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
This house is perfect for a large family gathering. The location is great as you can walk downtown and to the beach. The bedrooms were smaller than they appeared on line but we managed fine. No one ever had to wait for a bathroom as there were 4 though we hadn't anticipated running out of toilet paper in the first 24 hours and having to go to the store. We also could have used a few more plates and silverware. The large back yard was wonderful and the three grandchildren has a ball playing soccer (Women's World Cup was in progress) with the adults. Overall, I would rate this house excellent and we would come back in two years when we want to do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Amy A.

Great location and proximity to town, the beach and the park!
This house was perfect for a large family or more than one family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Kathy U.

Fabulous Location!
This property was a fabulous location for our large family reunion. It is so close to Kids Corner and the Blue Stairway to the beach, we felt like we could go to each multiple times most days. Downtown was also close....we managed to walk in to the Golden Brown Bakery many mornings for yummies. Shopping was so convenient as were the restaurants. The dead end street and bike path were perfect for the kiddos to ride their bikes without having to worry about traffic. The huge yard was perfect for many baseball games. The AC worked well even though we were there during the extremely hot days at the end of June. The paint colors inside were lovely as were the baseboards and crown mouldings. We appreciated all the can lighting, although some lamps would be nice, too. We enjoyed the multiple tables for eating and games. Parking was great for multiple cars. Owner was attentive to our needs. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Perfect for a large family with a lot of young kids
This is a large, comfortable house with a large yard on a cul-de-sac two blocks from a great playground and to the beach. It also has a "mancave." There is plenty of room to eat either outside or inside. It has a washer and dryer which is really nice. The furniture is functional but not designer stuff, but in reality, that is better for our party than a place where you are walking on eggshells because one of your kids might break something! It is easily accessible to 2 bike trails. The one to Van Buren beach is a good trail but quite unaesthetic (goes by a recycling plant for example) whereas the Kal Haven trial is really nice (a short ride through town to get to it. I am not giving 5 stars just because one of the chairs was torn with stuffing coming and the dishwasher was not clean. Those things are easily remedied and I would definitely stay here again if I had the chance. The beach is really nice and our kids really loved it. We didn't have great weather but that has nothing to do with this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018