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TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!

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Ideally located in South Haven's Historic Monroe Park Neighborhood
Too Qute Beach cottage is ideal for multi generational families
Too Qute is the 3rd home back from the North Beach. Too convenient!
Front patio is great to watch the parade of families walking down to the beach
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

1st floor back bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1st floor front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor East Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor 1/2 bathroom

Toilet

2nd floor full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!

'Too Qute! Beach Cottage' is the quintessential beach cottage!

'Too Qute! Beach Cottage' accommodates up to ELEVEN (11) family members maximum in four bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.

Please note that we rent to mature, respectful and responsible families only. If you are looking to rent a home to host a party, stay up late and disturb our neighbors, please continue your search as this is not the place for you. If you are a quiet family or group of friends that will treat our home, the contents and our neighbors with respect, please let us know that in your inquiry and we will gladly welcome you to stay as our guests. Thanks in advance for your understanding and cooperation.

As you can see in the floor plans on the Photos page of this listing, there are two bedrooms located on the first floor. One first floor bedroom has a queen bed and the other first floor bedroom has a full bed with a twin bunk bed above. There are also two bedrooms on the second floor. One second floor bedroom has a full bed. The other second floor bedroom, which we call the Master Bedroom, has a queen bed with a twin day bed and pull out twin trundle bed beneath. The Master Bedroom has views of Lake Michigan and the North Beach.

There is an outdoor front patio, a front screened in porch as well as a spacious rear deck and patio area. There is a Weber propane gas grille on the back patio. There are also partial lake views from the back deck.

The cottage is cute and quaint. It reminds us when we were young and our parents rented a cottage in the neighborhood back in the late 1960's and early 1970's. There is still some of the original beaded board wall and ceiling panelling. The cottage and contents have a lot of quirky charm and character that you can not find in today's new construction beach homes. We feel that it is the quaint, and somewhat modest interior decor that makes our cottage 'Too Qute'! We hope you agree.

Due to a change in the law this year there is no longer parking available on Avery street unless you have the 3 year parking sticker. There is on street parking on North Shore Drive just a short walk from the cottage. Parking permits can be purchased at South Haven City Hall and the South Haven Police Station.

Check in is after 4:00PM Eastern. Check out is before 10:00AM Eastern.

Please take a moment to review the always current online availability calendar to see if your desired dates are available. The 'Rates' page on our listing also provides various pricing throughout the year. We look forward to hearing from you and hope we can accommodate your family as our guests in South Haven at our 'Too Qute Cottage'!

**As of 2022 this property is under new management**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2421516vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

South Haven

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. Stanley Johnson Park and Warner Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area. Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Six Chicks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS! on 27 May 2026 start from AU$1,065, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TOO QUTE! BEACH COTTAGE: NORTH BEACH! 4 BEDROOMS! 2.5 BATHS! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Side holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Stanley Johnson Park and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage with great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location !!!!Steps from the beach!!!Short walk to everything else!!!Just perfect for us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

price p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything at the property was in great shape
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Awesome place!

Super great location and super cute place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2021
Thank you Mathew! Please come stay with us again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Family Time

The Too Qute is just that, too cute. Plenty of room in the living space and dining area for a big group and the outdoor space is HUGE. It is steps from the beach and walking distance from shops and restaurants. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew R.

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

Awesome location!

Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

South Haven

Location was perfect and sleeping arrangements were exactly as explained. Only issue was the window air conditioners. They had a hard time keeping up with the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten R.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

Our family enjoyed this cute beach cottage. It had everything we needed, and we loved being so close to the beach. Kailee was very accommodating and super easy to get in touch with. Thanks again for an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Kirsten-Thank you for your kind review! You were wonderful renters, We hope you stay with us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

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

Perfect summer cottage for a beach vacation

The cottage was roomy and so cute- clean and had everything we needed for a great week at the beach. We especially loved the outdoor shower for rinsing sunblock and sand of the kids. House is located right by our favorite beach and a short walk downtown. Kailee was a responsive and helpful host. Would highly recommend this as a rental- our family loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy M.

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

Great Location

This location is simply exceptional. You can see the beach- you can walk to downtown- truly a wonderful location. The home itself has everything you need. The air conditioning upstairs is tricky because this an older home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ron R.

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

Location is everything

Nice little cottage in the heart of north beach. This property is great for two families. The furniture is a bit tired and overall the cottage could use some updating. However, if location is your priority and modern amenities are not a concern, then this is your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Lovely mini vacation by the beach

The property was lovely and located very close to the beach. Loaded up the wagon with all our items and kiddos and walked just a couple of minutes to a very nice beach. Ice cream right there on the beach. Coffee shop within walking distance. Beautiful neighborhood. House was clean and nicely stocked with all we needed. Kailee, our hostess, was excellent. Answered all questions promptly. She was a pleasure to work with. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Phil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It’s OK

Parking was bad , and the rooms were small. House is not level, and we had to make sure the refrigerator closed all the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
There is no private parking for our cottage as it has no driveway which is fully disclosed in the description of the property. However there is free parking just a short walk, 250 feet, up the road. Or you can buy a parking sticker for the week of your stay and park on the street in front of the cottage. As for age of cottage, although very well kept, it is an older cottage, also fully disclosed. Rooms are pictured as well. I hope you have a wonderful rest of your summer.
Verified

8/10 Good

David T.

QUTE Review

The location is great and the home was very clean. It was nice they had 2 grills as it made it much easier to cook for a larger group. The communication was lacking as I had to call him the morning of to get check in instructions. The dishwasher didn't work which was an inconvenience. .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Our standard check in time is clearly posted on our Homeaway listing as 3:00PM Eastern. As a courtesy, we will at times allow or guests an early check-in and/or late check out so long as the nights preceding or following a reservation are not reserved. The entry access code was sent to this particular guest via text message at 10:54AM on the date of their arrival. We do everything possible to communicate as effectively and efficiently as possible prior to, during and after our guests stay. We do this in order to make the stay as easy as possible for our guests. Admittedly, we can not always be immediately available for instant access. To provide access more than four hours prior to the standard check in time does not seem to be a lack of communication as much as it does a privilege that was just not enough for this particular guest. This guest notified us that the dishwasher was not working properly at 9:15AM on Sunday, August 19, 2018. As of this morning, Wednesday, August 22, 2018, a new dishwasher was installed. We are sincerely committed to providing the highest level of communication, service and accommodations possible within reason. We acknowledge that there are unfortunately times where appliances can break, things can go wrong or communications can be delayed. Most of our guests understand this and appreciate the fact that we are trying to do everything possible on our end to correct problems as quickly as possible. We hope our guests can remain patient while we try to make things right. We thank you for taking the time to read our reviews and responses. We look forward to hearing from you and hope we can accommodate your family as our guests in South Haven at the "Too Qute! Beach Cottage"! Sincerely, Michael Biedermann
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

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

perfectly imperfect!

We loved our stay here because it was so close to the beach! I could walk out with my coffee cup in hand for a sunrise or catch a sunset even at the last minute! The cottage was roomy enough for our family group of 7 plus an infant. It definitely has the feel of an original beach cottage rather than the giant renovated beach mansions that now surround it, so it comes with its "old cottage" quirks, but we didn't mind. We used the grill almost every night and ate on the back deck with the sun umbrellas up. The bedrooms are small but we didn't spend a lot of time in them. Any questions I had were answered right away by Kailee who was very helpful. It was comfy and sweet and a perfect location to be right on North Beach--easy to make trips back and forth if we needed to. We walked to Bundes for coffee and danishes in the mornings and walked to the concession stand for Sherman's ice cream every night. Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alyssa S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Responsive Owner, Dirty Property

I recently stayed at this rental property and unfortunately had a disappointing experience. Upon arrival, the place was just ok…a little dated. While getting ready for bed the first night we quickly noticed the home was not clean — there were noticeable signs of mice, including droppings in several areas (ON TOP OF THE BEDS AND ON MATTRESSES UNDER SHEETS!!!!!!!), which made the stay uncomfortable and unhygienic. The overall condition of the unit felt neglected, and it clearly had not been thoroughly cleaned or properly maintained prior to our arrival.That said, I do want to acknowledge that the owner was very responsive and did try to address our concerns quickly once they were raised. While I appreciate the communication and willingness to help, the condition of the property simply didn’t meet basic cleanliness standards. They cleaned the property after it was brought to their attention, but clearly did not clean enough before. With some deep cleaning, minor updates, and pest control, this place could be a decent rental in the future. But based on my experience, I would not recommend it in its current state. However the location was great, and the owner was willing to work with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Dear Alyssa, Thank you for your understanding regarding the pest concern, an unprecedented occurrence for our property. This review comes as a surprise given your expressed satisfaction to us during your stay. Despite our phenomenal team’s thorough deep cleaning prior to your arrival, unforeseen circumstances left the home unoccupied for over a month, contributing to the issue. We deeply appreciate your understanding and gracious acknowledgment of our swift response. Once notified, we immediately dispatched professional pest control and cleaning crews to fully resolve the concerns. We’re confident in our thorough measures, including ongoing pest control and stricter pre-arrival inspections to ensure this never happens again in our charming historical beach town. We’re thrilled you chose to continue your stay with us, and we went above and beyond to ensure your comfort. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to see you next time at Too Qute. Best, Too Qute Property Management Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Fantastic in Every Way

My wife and I rented this property to have a relaxing fall weekend. The owners were extremely helpful and easy to communicate with. They did everything to ensure that we had a great time on our vacation. This was our first time renting this property and our second time renting from this owner. Both times have been phenomenal. The location of this rental could not be any better. Each day we took just a few steps to North Beach. This gave us easy access to morning walks on the beach and great sunsets at night. The rental was also just a small, scenic walk to the charming downtown area. We keep coming back to South Haven to enjoy the shops and restaurants in town. The Too Qute Beach Cottage has ample room for families of any size. It's screened porch was excellent to enjoy being outside in any weather. The large living room was excellent for relaxing on the couch, playing board games, or reading a book. The bedrooms were all clean and stocked with comfortable beds. We also enjoyed the large back porch, which was perfect for sitting out in the sun. We have been to south haven about a dozen times and this cottage is our favorite. You can not go wrong with this cottage!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We greatly appreciate when our guests take the time to write a review, especially when the reviews are as favorable as this one. To read that these guests have visited South Haven a dozen times and found Too Qute to be their favorite is very rewarding. As it's name states, Too Qute is a beach cottage. We believe it was originally constructed in the 1920s and has had several modifications, updates, etc. over the years. It is quirky but it is also quite qute. Admittedly, there are much larger new construction homes in the area that are available for you to rent. Some of the newer homes are proof that bigger does not always mean better. Some of the newer beach mansions also demonstrate that contextual architectural design is not always easy to achieve. We think Too Qute is the quintessential beach cottage and hope you agree. Located in the Historic Monroe Park Neighborhood of South Haven and a few short steps (see location map) to the North Beach, you will not find a better location. If convenience and ease of access to the North Beach is what you are looking for, look no further. You have found your destination for your family's next beach vacation. Please take a moment to review our almost always current online availability calendar to see if your desired dates are available. Our Rates page has detailed rates broken down by the rental week which is from Saturday after 3:00PM through the following Saturday before 10:00AM. The cottage is rented weekly between Memorial Day and Labor Day and short term reservations are accepted the rest of the year with a two night minimum. Thanks for taking the time to read our reviews. We look forward to hearing from you and hope we can accommodate your family as our guests in South Haven at the Too Qute Beach Cottage! Sincerely, Michael Biedermann
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Great location and comfortable home base

This our favorite stay so far in SoHa! We loved being close enough to the beach that we could walk down with a cup of coffee in the morning and let the kids swing on the playground and made sure that we watched several sunsets over the water during our week. Beds are comfy and clean, kitchen is well equipped, and plenty of eating areas for everyone to be together. Great family memories were made this week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Family week together

The property worked well for our party of 10. Location was great being a very short walk to the beach. Front porch was great to sit and drink morning coffee while watching foot traffic to the beach. Would definitely consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Beachside Perfection

The family and I so enjoyed our stay this past week. The cottage was absolutely perfect for us. Having stayed in South Haven many times over the years, the location of this rental could not be beat. Our little ones could go to the beach whenever they wanted and ice cream and coffee were right around the corner. We really never had to drive. The cottage itself had everything we needed and fit our large group well. I also really appreciated all of the outdoor space we had to grill, make s’mores and let the little ones safely explore. We will definitely be returning!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

We rented the cottage for the Memorial Day Weekend to get away and enjoy a quiet weekend with family. The cottage provided us the perfect weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great place to stay!

Love the cottage and beach. Had some trouble with parking in front of house even though we paid $30 to park there. Really enjoyed our stay. Would rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TEd S.

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

Great location

Very convenient and easy walk to the beach. Our Family had a great time. 4 adults and 3 children had plenty of room. We rented from Michael B. before and he’s excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie J.

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

Great secret place

This place was much better than expected. Large screened in porch is great for people watching. Nice private cement backyard with shower. Close to Concession stand and blue moon ice cream. Every room has air conditioning so nice and cool to sleep at own temperature. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron V.

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

Steps from the beach!

Great stay at Too Qute! Steps from the beach and very convenient. Very comfortable for my family of 6. All the kids had beds and the common space (both inside and outside) was comfortable. The street is a little busy, but safe with ample parking. Strong WiFi. We stayed on Saturday night and there was some noise from the beach, but at midnight it clears out and it was all quiet. Thanks for a fun getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

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