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Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB

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Heated Pool and Yard (views from master bedroom)
Close up view of the fantastic hot tub! Lots of jets, waterfall, LED lights!!
Remodeled kitchen has stunning quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances
Wood burning fire pit to enjoy marshmallows and smores! Purchase wood locally.
Dining room is the hub of the house, open to the kitchen and living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1 - Upstairs Master Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

2 - Tray Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

3 - Big Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

4 - Jenny Lind Bedroom (Upstairs)

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

5 - Trundle Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

6 - Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main Floor Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Hallway Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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 'Ice House' is a 6 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom vacation home featuring a private gated 24 foot 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 with 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. The back yard is completely fenced.


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 Sun House (Property #313907) is another 6 bedroom house right next door.

House Details: 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, 2 baby gates, excersaucer, strollers, sippee cups, baby monitor, booster seats, and pool toys. Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of having 6 private bedrooms, conveniently located throughout the house! 5 bedrooms are upstairs. One is a master suite with private bathroom. Another full bathroom is in the upstairs hall. 1 bedroom is downstairs, also with a private bathroom. The house has a large 28 x 14 foot carpeted living room that includes 2 cable televisions (50 inch and 44 inch). The 14 x 14 dining room comfortably fits an 8 foot dining table. The kitchen has sliding glass doors that open to the backyard deck and pool/spa area.

More House Details: All six bedrooms are carpeted. All 6 bedrooms have ceiling fans. The house has 9 ceiling fans in all. The master bedroom has a faux balcony overlooking the backyard pool area. One bedroom has a trayed ceiling. Outdoor security cameras are in use at the front door and driveway only.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include South Haven Center for the Arts and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • North Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 17 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 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 27 Mar 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 1 May 2026 start from AU$533, 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 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for Family - HEATED POOL thru early Oct, WALK to Downtown/Beach, HOT TUB?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

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

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Great Vacation Home

Great location combined with pool and hot tub made this a great vacation for multiple generations with small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay, everything you need is available, great location and attentive owners. 3rd year staying and more to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner Jim was very nice. He checked in on us when we arrived and when our stay was over. We had no problems. House was very nice snd clean. Our grandkids loved the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Nelson vaca

Location to beach, parks and downtown is perfect.Amazing supply of games, videos and kid treasures if you need to take a break from the beautiful heated pool.A true family get-away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

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

Perfect family getaway

Your home was perfect for our family!! The pool, pac man, and toys were all great and well used by our children 🙂. Very clean and comfortable home and was just what we were looking for. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caraline P.

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

Wonderful Family Home

We had 3 different groups from our family staying here and had a wonderful experience. The home was clean and absolutely stocked with nearly every child item you could need (bikes, strollers, toys, cribs, etc.). Very convenient to walk downtown and to the beach. Overall a great place and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Long weekend family getaway

We had a long weekend family getaway in South Haven. There were 7 adults and 2 kids. There was plenty of room for everyone, the house was stocked with everything we needed , communication was great on checkin, keys , etc. Location was great for an easy walk to the lake, shops and restaurants. Everyone enjoyed their stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Perfect family rental

The home was perfect for a large group. Walking In I was very impressed to find that it was exceptionally clean. It was the most comfortable and well stocked rental I have been in. The location was perfect with a short walk to downtown and the beach. My whole family from ages 10-72 enjoyed our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

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

Wonderful Home Away From Home!

We were a large family group, staying in South Haven for Mother's Day weekend. The Icehouse offered us a lovely place to stay while exploring the South Haven area. The six bedrooms, three full and one half baths made our stay very comfortable. We spent our evenings playing games at the large dining room table, and were grateful to be able to enjoy the pool and hot tub in the afternoon. We would love to stay again sometime and highly recommend this South Haven Gem!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tod S.

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

Perfect for what we needed

The house is spacious with a very good flow. There are many extra things available to use. Such an easy walk to town or you can just hang out at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torie J.

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

Wonderful! Tons of amenities, very family-friendly, great location.

Our family thoroughly enjoyed every bit of this rental. The pool/hot tub/ deck were the main hang out space. Kitchen was well-equipped. We appreciated having spare coffee, kitchen supplies, and toiletries so we didn't have to keep running out to get things. There were so many toys for the kids to explore and play with. And the location to the beach and downtown is wonderful. We had a few questions and the host, Jim, was very responsive, helpful, and kind. Can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya N.

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

Wedding weekend

It was our wedding weekend. So we booked both the Sun House and Ice House to host family from all over including Germany who had never been to the US. The houses are amazing, fully equipped, they thought of every need!! The owners responded right away with any question. We want to come back every year for our anniversary! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
Thanks for taking the time to submit a great review. Much appreciated! We were honored that you chose our 2 homes to host your family coming in from Germany for your wedding celebration! We would be even more honored to host you for you anniversary!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

Fall break

This spacious home was everything we were looking for in a vacation rental. From it’s six bedrooms to it’s beautiful backyard. A large deck with a gas grill, plenty of seating, a private pool, hot tub, and a shared play set for the kiddos. Very kid friendly with many books, board games, toys, and an actual arcade game in the home. The home was stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Plenty of towels, both bath and kitchen, garbage bags, paper towels, hand soap, laundry detergent and a fully functional kitchen. It is located near the playground and beach, and a short distance to downtown. The host offers a golf cart for an extra fee, which would be convenient to drive to the playground and beach. The host was very accommodating and responded quickly when texted. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Family getaway

Property was amazing and property owner Jim was just as amazing with answering an questions we may of had. Plus locatin of property in proximity to town of South Haven makes for a very relaxing and enjoyable stay Will definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Plenty of room

Lots of rooms. Good place to stay for a golf trip. Solid grill and porch set up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene L.

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

2021 Family Reunion

Once a year my siblings and I get together for a few days. The location was great, within walking distance to beach and downtown. Had a great time Thank you. .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY D.

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

Great Girls' Getaway

We loved the location of this property, so close to town and the beaches! Lots of bedrooms and baths, spaces to spread out if we wanted to. The hot tub was such a nice way to relax each evening. The house was clean, but could maybe use a deep cleaning, as there were fingerprints/smudges/dirt marks on the refrigerator handles, bathroom walls and some of the doors/door jams. Also, the half bath toilet may need new screws and caulk, as it would move easily if bumped into. Great house overall, we would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

We loved our rental

House was large, had plenty of room for our large family with room to spare. House was clean and stocked with all the necessities, as well as little extras such as bug spray, laundry soap, pool toys. Our kids loved the pool and hot tub. Highly recommended this rental. We had an issue with the ice machine and the owner was very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Loved It!

It was a great time! Love the area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda C.

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

South Haven Heavenly Vacation

This home had everything!!!! Bikes, chairs, floats for the pool, games books and was so much fun. Close to everything but quiet and lovely. 2 extra fridges in the garage The golf cart iced the cake. We will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

Family Getaway

This place is perfect for a large group of people. We found ourselves hanging out in the kitchen and on the deck a lot. There was plenty of room for our whole family. The bedrooms were comfortable and cozy. A ton of toys for the kids and it was fun relaxing in the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn M.

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

Excellent!

We have stayed in many rentals, and this was by far the most equipped. Everything was provided - all we had to do was show up! The house was immaculate, the features like the hot tub and play area for the kids were great! Bikes, helmets, strollers, games, puzzles, etc. were all there for us. Location was in a quiet neighborhood near the downtown area. Jim is a great host - even sent a few items we left behind. Would definitely stay here again. So glad we chose this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Family Weekend Away

This was a great spot for a mid-winter weekend away. The house and hot tub were great. This would be a great spot during the summer as there is a pool and within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. The host was most helpful and communication was great. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette A.

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

Mini vacation

Loved the home. The home was clean and had plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Fall Break Trip

Booked this property as a last minute fall break trip - the hot tub and pool were fantastic and the house was full stocked with toys which my six year old loved! The property was clean and in a great location. South Haven was fantastic, I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jim Havlik

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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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