Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB
'Sunset Center' is an adjacent pair of family vacation houses. The 'Sun House' is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom vacation home featuring a private gated 15x30 heated swimming pool, 6 person hot tub, playscape, and wooded ravine lot with fire pit. The property is an easy 4 block walk down the sidewalk to South Beach, Kid's Corner, and downtown shopping and dining.
All comforts of home are provided, including washer and dryer, linens, all major kitchen appliances (including refrigerator with ice and water dispenser, range, dishwasher, and microwave), kitchen utensils, free wireless Internet, 8 cable TVs (Four X1 Voice Enabled boxes with apps such as Netflix, Youtube, and access to the HDR, and 4 basic cable boxes for the remainder), many DVD/VCR players, CD players, just to name a few.
The house is perfect for families with children of all ages. The pool and hot tub are gated for your protection. Both the front and back yards are fenced.
Family-friendly items included are books for all ages, toys, puzzles, movies for all ages, well-loved bikes, riding toys, high chair, full size crib with rocking chair, baby gate, exersaucer, strollers, sippee cups, baby monitor, booster seats, kid-sized picnic table, and pool toys.
Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of having 6 private bedrooms, conveniently located throughout the house! 4 bedrooms are upstairs. One is a large master suite with private bathroom. Another full bathroom is in the upstairs hall. 2 bedrooms are downstairs, each adjacent to separate full bathrooms. The house has an open design, with the living room, dining area and kitchen all open to each other in a 'great' room. The sunroom overlooks the backyard pool and wooded ravine yard. The sunroom can be accessed from either the hallway or through the kitchen.
There is another bonus room downstairs that is referred to as the 'futon room' or the 'play' room since it can be closed off as a 7th bedroom with a futon or utilized as a another common living room with a TV/VCR/DVD with a video library and bookshelves loaded with books, games, and toys.
The pool will be open and heated from mid May until approximately October 1. The hot tub is open and heated year-round. Enjoy the rare warm water in South Haven in June and September!
Need even more space? My property actually has 2 houses next door to each other. My Ice House is another 6 bedroom house right next door.
NOTE: Outdoor security cameras are in use at the front door and driveway only.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
South Haven
Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Warner Vineyards - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
North Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Michigan Maritime Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Bangor Station - 17 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Cafe Julia - 10 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Burger King - 9 min walk
Little Caesars Pizza - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB on 29 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,204, 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.
Is Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB located?
This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Southside Municipal Marina and Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and South Beach are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property was exactly as described/pictured, maybe even better! Lots of room, well stocked. Plenty of comfortable beds and bathrooms for large group. Great location!
This is a great place for our family to spend time together! The host was quick to answer any questions I had. He plenty of space for the 11 of us. Some went ice skating, nice short walks to the near or to the lake.
Great spot in a great area. Our group 9, (originally 12) was reuniting from many years of friendship. The space and amenities provided were perfect and more than adequate. Thanks JIm.
Our host was amazing at reaching out prior to the trip to make sure we had everything we needed. We were able to communicate and get help during our stay too. We appreciated the attention to detail at the house, it felt like a home. We would recommend this home to families or groups of friends. Our girls weekend was amazing!
The house is great for older guests who can ’t do stairs. Loved how many bathrooms and beds. The host made sure you felt welcome and had everything you needed. The host also responded quick if you needed anything.
Our stay was incredible. This is an awesome location, so close to the beach and downtown area. The house was well equipped and clean. The pool, hot tub and fire pit were awesome to use. We had an amazing trip and this house was perfect for our needs.
Impressed with all the extras that we did not need to bring along, but made the trip that much more fun. The laundry area helped so much with all the towels we used.
Excellent place to stay for a good value. Walk to town and beach. Thanks!
S S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
So glad we were able to get the swimming pool open and heating for your stay. I love being so close to downtown as well. I agree and think we are one the best values in town!
Loved the home! Having a heated pool and hot tub was a great addition!
Sue P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
So happy you enjoyed your stay in South Haven at our Sun House! We absolutely love being there too. It can be hard to find a place with both a heated pool and hot tub, but the Sun House delivers both. We would love to see you back soon!
Comfortable house with loads of room. The property is an easy walk to town and the beach. The house has multiple private spaces which was nice as several of us had to work on line. Outdoor spaces were peaceful and beautifully landscaped. Only adults came on this last trip however in the past we have vacationed with a wide age range of babies and children. The house accommodates them with toys and a safe barrier from the hot tub and pool. This is an outstanding property for a family holiday.
There was three families that totaled ten people. The space worked great for us. The house was clean and ready when we showed up. Communication with the host was easy. The house is in a great location. It was easy to get to the lake, parks and downtown. The pool and hot tub felt amazing. There is a little playground between the houses that the younger kids enjoyed. Would definitely come back here.
A great house in a great location! Little misunderstanding about the door code but the property manager was quick to assist. Would definitely stay at this house again.
Property was fantastic. Best vrbo we've ever stayed in. The owner has thought of everything- full kitchen, household supplies, towels, games, little touches that really make this place stand out. We will be back!!
We had an awesome time in South Haven. The house was big and roomy and offered plenty of space for our group of 8 adults. Thanks for allowing us to enjoy your property.
Melinda T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
So glad you enjoyed your October stay at our Sun House! We agree that October is amazing in South Haven! I am happy that the guys got some golfing in while the ladies enjoyed shopping at the many shops in town. Plenty of space for the 8 of you. Thanks again!
Very nice home, lots of bedrooms and (finally) a decent number of bathrooms, which is hard to find. Fun area and the residents are friendly and very welcoming! Owner is nice and accommodating of requests. We had a good rental experience!
This property was beautiful. Since we came for a wedding we were busy for the most part but when we got time to relax this was the place. If we would come to the area during the summer time this would be the place.
This house was great for our group of women to enjoy for the wkd. We appreciate that there was a full kitchen with plenty oof cookware and appliances. We were grateful for four bathrooms and found the heated pool and hot tub to be quite relaxing!
Sarah W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
So happy to see the nice weather so you could enjoy the heated pool for your birthday getaway. Hope you made lots of memories!
Great place for our annual Christmas / New Years Family Hangout. Comfortable and clean. Close to lots of shopping. Highly recommend for families with kids. Tons of toys, garage is full of bikes, play areas. Would be so fun in the summer.
Sarah D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
So happy your family enjoyed your Christmas in South Haven at our Sun House! I hope you enjoyed the decorations we had and the great shopping down the street. Thanks! Jim
We go someplace every new years weekend to celebrate a family gathering. This property ty was exceptional! Very well stocked, everything worked as it should, close proximity to downtown and the owner, Jim, was accessible when we needed him. It’s definitely a property we would come back to.
The owner was helpful and accommodating the hot tub was amazing! This place had more than enough room for our large group and the Atari machine on the wall provided hours of group fun in the cold weather. Great location, short walk to the shops and restaurants and a nice quiet view out back amongst the trees. We will be back again. Thanks Jim!
Robert P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
We love South Haven during the holidays as well. It was great to get to meet you while enjoying time with the family. Look forward to seeing you back soon!
About the host
Hosted by Jim Havlik
We have family photos taken in South Haven each year. Shown here is a sample of one of our 2011 photos taken on South Beach.
Why they chose this property
We vacationed in South Haven for the first time in August of 2004. At that time, we had a family of 4, with a newborn and 1 year old. The town was so beautiful and kid-friendly that we knew we wanted to come back over and over. Since we are originally from Illinois and now live in the middle of Michigan, the South Haven location is a perfect meeting place for our family gatherings. We fell in love so quickly with the town that we purchased a 3 bedroom house in South Haven in November of 2004. We labored all winter to completely renovate the house into a 6 bedroom vacation home specifically designed for family reunions. We finished just in time for the summer of 2005 summer renters and the rest is history, with 100+ family reunions enjoyed at our homes!
What makes this property unique
We sincerely believe our properties are unmatched in the South Haven area for a family vacation. We have packed more amenities into our homes than any other home in our price range. 2 homes, 6 bedrooms in each, 4 bathrooms, heating swimming pool, luxury hot tub, playground, 8 HDTVs, short walk to beach, short walk to downtown. We love being able to walk everywhere we need to go in town. We are centrally located, so that we can walk to the beach or walk to downtown in about the same time.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests