South Haven Home ~ 1 Mi to Lake Michigan!

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January 2025

February 2025

6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Very good

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 21334 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Explore the area

South Haven, Michigan

Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
3 min walk
Ranch House Ribs
5 min drive
Bangor Station
18 min drive
Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
24 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Breathe in that fresh Lake Michigan air when you book this spacious South Haven vacation rental. The 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired ranch home, known as 'The Catskills of the Midwest', boasts lots of outdoor space for the kids to run and play while the adults enjoy a summertime barbeque on the furnished patio. Inside, you'll find floor-to-ceiling windows, a fully equipped kitchen, a TV/DVD combo in every bedroom, and enough space to hang out with the group or do your own thing!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Laundry Room | Spacious Yard w/ Playground | Furry Friends Welcome

From boating, watersports, and golf to shopping, hiking, and dining, design your vacay your way from the comforts of this South Haven retreat.

Bedroom Suite 1 (West): King Bed | Bedroom Suite 2 (East): King Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds | Bedroom 4: Twin Bed, Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, 2 dining sets, charcoal & gas grills, hammock, fire pit
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen cable TV, 7 additional TVs, 7 DVD players, VCR, movie collection, stereo, wood-burning fireplace, 2 en-suite bathrooms, entertainment room, games, books
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, Keurig & drip coffee makers, coffee grinder, toaster, microwave, Crock-Pot, cutlery, pots & pans, dishware & glassware, kitchen island
GENERAL: Free WiFi, A/C, ceiling fans, central heat, complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, hair dryer, washer/dryer
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), exterior security cameras (facing outward), 1 step to enter
PARKING: Driveway (10 vehicles), trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Pilgrim Haven Natural Area (0.6 miles), Van Buren State Park (0.8 miles), Blue Stairs - Kids' Corner Access (3.7 miles), South Beach (4.2 miles), Covert Township Park (4.4 miles), Black River Park Marina and Boat Launch (4.9 miles), North Beach (5.4 miles), Lake Michigan Beach (10.7 miles), Silver Beach County Park (20.6 miles), Kiwanis Park (24.4 miles), Warren Dunes State Park (40.4 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Kids Corner (3.8 miles), Downtown South Haven (4.4 miles), Michigan Maritime Museum (4.8 miles), Douglas (23.7 miles), Saugatuck (24.3 miles), Curious Kids’ Museum (23.1 miles), Silver Beach Carousel (20.5 miles), Downtown St. Joseph (21.3 miles), Nelis’ Dutch Village (37.2 miles)
GOLF: Beeches Golf Club (7.6 miles), Hawkshead Links (9.8 miles), Paw Paw Lake Golf Club (13.7 miles), Lake Michigan Hills Golf Club (17.1 miles), Cheshire Hills Golf Course (24.5 miles)
AIRPORTS: Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (43.1 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (67.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with fee (Max: 2 pets)
- Events, parties, and large gatherings considered with prior homeowner approval
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, above the front door and driveway, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
- NOTE: This property requires 1 step to access

During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Enjoy features like an arcade/games room. A kitchen and a washer/dryer are available in the holiday home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and 3.5 bathrooms
On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
Steps from Porter Legacy Dunes and 9 minutes on foot from Lake Michigan

As a guest of South Haven Home ~ 1 Mi to Lake Michigan!, you'll find barbecue grills and an arcade/games room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

Limited on-site parking (max 10 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

3.5 private bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable channels
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Furnished patio
Yard

Laundry

Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

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 are welcome
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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.

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South Haven Home ~ 1 Mi to Lake Michigan! Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for family reunion

We enjoyed the space that this house offered to our large extended family. It allowed us to relax and enjoy some quality time together. Nice walk to the beach, and great couches/outdoor seating. The kids loved the game room and play set outside. We would definitely choose this house again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

B K., Macomb, USA

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

35th Annual Golf Outing

Terrific spot for large golf group....great courses within 30 minutes drive. Lots of space for 12-16 men; bathrooms sufficient, kitchen great, outdoor area great. *Did not find a double sofa bed in any couch as listing claimed

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

30 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property for a Multi-Family Vacation

We had a great long vacation at this property with our four combined families. The property had room to spare for our group which included multiple adults and children ranging from 3-16. The sprawling grounds included a treehouse and ample room for lawn games, fire pit conversation, and grilling. Great price for the space and location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

12 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a big family getaway

The house is big and open, lots of great spaces and an awesome kitchen/dining area. There were 9 of us and we were able to stretch out. We spent a lot of time on the patio with the fire pit. The beach is a super close walk away, maybe 15 minutes if you walk straight out the back then catch the path in the woods to the road. It’s a sweet beach, great rock picking. The property is huge and nice and private, apart from a shared driveway where we’d see the occasional person drive by. The shops are nice in South Haven and it’s just a short drive. We really enjoyed our stay at this home. My only complaint is that the wall oven on top buzzes loudly, not sure why but we killed the breaker on it for some of our time there.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark S.

10 Oct 2023

good time

House does need some repair work and updating

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Huge house

We enjoyed out stay at this property. The house is huge with plenty of room for my family. The house was stocked well, it does need some updating, but we enjoyed ourselves. The wifi isn't strong but it just forced my family to play games which is great! We qould rent this property again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

lynne r.

21 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family home - but it is not...

a 5* luxury beach house. It is an older home that could use tlc. they have begun some reno work thruout...the rooms are plenty big and there are lots of them. Gameroom is great, all beds are super comfy and seem new. There are enough small appliances & cookware to throw a huge party. - - every cabinet held a new surprise - but NO WHISK - lol. 3 of the bathrooms have been totally redone. Window a/c's worked as needed. GREAT front patio with loads of chairs, tables & firepit. Yard is all flat which is great for lawn games and the kidos. Really enjoyed the wild turkeys and deer who came to visit multiple times. SUPER HOME for groups....

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

17 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for a family vacation

This house was a great spot for a large group. Lots of room to spread out, both inside and out. Comfortable sleeping arrangements, well stocked kitchen, though if you are bringing little ones, there are few plastic cups. Yes, there might be a musty smell at first but it clears up with the AC window units running. Location is very close to Pilgrim Haven beach, but it is VERY ROCKY! Van Buren State Park is about a mile away with nice beaches and city beaches in South Haven are about 10 minutes away, with perfect sandy beaches.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander R., Los Fresnos

24 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for about 15 to 20 People.

This Property was a Great Stay for my family and I. It really does have as much space as it shows and MORE. Now, just and FYI for people who are interested in this property, this house is a bit old. There is NO CENTRAL AC. All Window Units. There was also an Odd smell in the house when we first checked in. There Stove my be somewhat of a challenge to work with for some people. You will only be able to use THIER Steel pots and pans and there are only a few and they do not have LARGE Pots and pans which is a problem when you have to feed close to 20 people. The Bedrooms are clean and very spacious. Bathroom are all great. New Washer and older dryer in place. Plenty space for kids to play outside. Patio in includes, gas grill, charcoal grills, first pit and plenty of chairs and tables. Patio even has a Bar Style Table and high stools. There is a small playground behind the property built in to a tree but seemed weak, old and dangerous. We avoided letting the children play on it. Not much to complain about, other than I wish this place had a Direct PATH to the lake behind the property but it doesn't. You need to drive about 1 minute down the road to get to the nearest park to access the Lake/Beach. Also, if you don't really NEED constant Air conditioning and don't mind hunting for the location of this place (kind of hard to find and hidden)... then you should be just fine. Overall, You should get your moneys worth staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

6 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Secluded. Very Pleasant stay!!

Don't be afraid of the older style home from appearance, the overall experience was great. Plenty of privacy for the duration of the visit. The outdoor patio area was the best part. Tons of space inside the house so that everyone can have their own bed. The only complaint was the wifi, but sometimes there's a tradeoff between that and seclusion so we'll take it. Will definitely be coming back at some point!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

24 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxed Family Vacation Spot

Well equipped large home that easily sleeps a very large family. Plenty of beds to go around and great bunk rooms that were fun for the kids. The outdoor space was wonderful to sit and enjoy family. Game room and living room were great hang out spots as well. The kitchen and grills outdoors made cooking easy for a large group. Help is just a phone call away if you run into any snags. On Demand hot water was challenging but workable. Short drive to many attractions.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill F., Chicago illinois

26 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice

weather didn't cooperate but that's not something landlord can assist with, they performed all as promised.. thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Natalie F.

3 Sept 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not a very nice rental

This rental needs a lot of updates and fixes for it to be rentable again in my honest opinion. The smell is old and moldy and gets worse from there. The pictures listed for the rental really should be updated and more realistic of the house itself. The pictures of the rocky shoal that is part of the listing is not remotely close to walk, especially with young children, however the beach in South Haven which is about 5-7 minutes down the highway is really nice and so is downtown South Haven. The size of the house is great for a big family trying to do an annual getaway but that is where it ends. One shower did not work, there was no water flow and spewed sediment out the faucet. This, of course is before it back filled with sewer feces as well as another toilet and bathtub the last evening there. The house is NOT clean and am pretty sure the floor has not been mopped in sometime. Under all the beds and couches it is littered with dead bugs, dust and other things that have been there for some time as well. The ceilings have multiple signs of water damage with questionable black mold in one of the hallways. The outside looks like it is a hay field that was just cut. Every fan in the house is filthy as well as the air conditioners. We made the best of it for the time being as we were not going to just leave and drive home 3.5 hours as children tend to ignore some of the things adults will pay attention to. Hopefully this review will help get the homeowners or property manager to fix the well or water main as well as replace the sewer main before renting again. This house is old and has not been properly maintained to be a rental property. This house is likely from the 70’s which is fine but it needs a LOT of work.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Nora B.

31 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Large property close to lake

We had a great time with our family group and enjoyed the proximity to South Haven. The space was big enough to be comfortable for a large group. Other reviews about water pressure/ water temperature issues are accurate. The large patio with plenty of seating gave us plenty of room to spend quality time together.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jackie B., Wixom

30 Aug 2020

Big House

House was big enough that our party of 12 all had our own space. House is very old and it shows , cracks in ceilings Bedrooms were a big plus. All big! Kitchen was well stocked , almost too much. They were very cluttered that we could not put anything in them. 2 fridges was great. Outside patio was awesome! Never went in backyard Beach that is by house IS NOT with in walking distance as other reviews said , not even close and is it so rocky making it hard to even walk or swim WiFi very spotty but ok it’s vacation TV were in every room but they were not hooked up to cable/satellite only had vcr or DVD players living room tv had cable Few issues , and Property manager Was quick to get back to us and handle it All in all house was good , but would not stay there again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Tom H., Grand Rapids

25 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious property with great location

Overall, we had a great time at this house! The location was awesome for getting to South Haven town and beaches quickly, as well as day trips to St. Joe and Kalamazoo. The big yard with playset was clutch for our kids. Large living room was nice for chatting or games in the evening. We were able to squeeze 10 around the dining room table. Some other reviews were a little confusing...there ARE in fact 6 separate bedrooms, plus a pull-out in the living room. I agree with other reviewers that this house would be awesome with less stuff in it - just a lot of random appliances and electronics sitting around, and way too much dinnerware and glassware. Having two full-size fridges was a plus, though! Really our only issue was the internet. WiFi is advertised, but it's satellite, so very slow and unreliable. Some of my family was needing to do work, so that was a real inconvenience. But, if you're looking for somewhere to just unplug and relax, it wouldn't be an issue!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jennifer B.

25 Jul 2020

Private home for large group

This unique older home had plenty of space for our extended family of 21 to be together for 4 nights. The air conditioning is not central, each room has its own window unit, but kept the house cool. The beach that is in walking distance from the house is very rocky, but at night it was a nice area to explore and see the sunset. North Beach in South Haven is a very clean beach and is about 5 miles from the house, it costs $10 to park there. Pros: the patio area in front of the house is spacious to hang out, lots of green space for the kids to run around and ride their bikes, plenty of room for parking, 2 refrigerators, plenty of towels and small amenities, bedding provided, washer & dryer, privacy and Wi-Fi. Cons: the water pressure is very low, kitchen drain clogged often-we needed to plunge it, we boiled water to wash dishes, could not get the dishwasher to work, the kitchen cupboards are full of items to use-but are very cluttered, the playset outside did not look safe and the cleanliness of the house was alright. Overall, we enjoyed our time together and exploring the South Haven area.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Paul I.

15 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location and nice sized house for large groups

We stayed in July with a size of 19 and the house was plenty big enough. The location is fantastic. Walking distance to a swimming beach on Lake Michigan and only a couple miles away from a nice State Park with a swimming beach and dunes. There were some minor issues with the house such as low water pressure at times, kitchen drain problems on outr last night there which prevented us from making use of the kitchen that last 24 hours, and the kitchen is pretty cluttered with a lot of utensils and appliances. But otherwise the lay out of the house was great., we never felt cramped or crowded with 19 of us. The South Haven area is a fantastic location to have fun around.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S., Cicero

8 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

You will love it as much as I did

Best location,big house,loved the game room. Everything was good will be coming back next year

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

11 Jun 2019

Nice property

Place was comfortable and spacious for a large group outing. Solid value for the stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lissa K.

16 Mar 2019

Perfect remote friends getaway!

We rented this home for a friends weekend and it could not have been better. There was more than enough space for 8 of us to spread out and relax with our coffee in front of the spectacular fireplace in the mornings. The kitchen and dining room were very open and comfortable for our group to eat and play games. Having two large refrigerators was a huge bonus! The house is stocked with extra bedding and plenty of beds. Everything you need is available in the kitchen as well. I am certain we will rent this house again!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Gary M.

24 Jul 2018

We enjoyed the stay but encountered some problems.

The place was very well furnished with linens, towels, dishes and cooking utensils. Water pressure was a problem, though, as two people had difficulty using showers at the same time or taking a shower when either the dishwasher or washing machine was running. On Tuesday, when we had scheduled a formal family photo shoot we had no water at all and could not shower, cook or use toilets all day long (had to drive to a state park to use toilets there). The problem was finally fixed while we were in town having dinner that evening since we were unable to do any cooking. Bedroom windows in the SE and SW bedrooms were very difficult to open, could only get one open in the SE bdrm. and two in the SW bdrm, but had to close one immediately due to an infestation of ants and a rotting sill. We did not try any other windows after that. Our 15 year old grandson was sleeping in the game room on an air mattress and sleeping bag for privacy until he started seeing mice running around and moved to sofa in the living room. After the water problem was fixed (filter changed) my wife and daughter washed clothes and their blouses and shorts came out with orange splotches all over them, ruining them. We did enjoy the area and the fact that the place was well supplied but we have had better maintained properties for family reunions in the past at more reasonable rates.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Sherry H.

10 Jul 2018

Not very happy with our stay.

The house was nice, but had a septic problem. We could not use the bathrooms most of the time , problem using the showers. Had to drive to the gas station to use the facilities and ended up getting a hotel room the last night. It was kind of a nightmare. I was reimbursed for one night and for the hotel room.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Judy P.

28 Oct 2017

Great Location for Family Get-Together

This home met all the needs of our annual family get together for 12 adults and 5 children. The house is spacious and we were fortunate to have great weather in late September to enjoy the patio and large yard. Loved the privacy and close access (10-15 minute walk) to nice beach. There was absolutely nothing we needed that was not available in the extremely well appointed home.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Bob R.

20 Sept 2017

Annual Family Trip

We take a family trip every Labor Day weekend and this year was the first time we stayed at this location. It was a nice place to stay, there was plenty of space and more then enough places to sleep. We enjoyed the big yard with lots of privacy and the kids liked the tree fort in the yard. There was a small beach just down the road that we went to a couple of times. It was a little too cold to swim but we relaxed on the beach and it was really nice. I would definitely recommend this as a place to stay for a large family get together.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017