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Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
New sign!
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2 - Yellow Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Orange Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!

Extensive renovations and restorations over the last 20 years at 222 Brockway Avenue capture the feel of relaxation and fun for your stay in South Haven! Our long driveway will accommodate four vehicles. Street parking is also available for two vehicles March 16-November 14. The standard rate is the generally applicable rate for this property during the off-season. High-season rates in the summer are usually about $200 more per night.

We rent the cottage Saturday to Saturday during the last two weeks of June, the month of July, and the first two weeks of August. Outside of those dates, it is usually a three night minimum, although we do rent for two nights in the off season. Our rental fee includes the cleaning fee, Taxes are extra. We do not allow smoking or pets.

Our 4 bedroom, 2 full bath, air conditioning, and washer/dryer cottage is located 600 ft. from Lake Michigan drive (North Shore Drive) and a 15-minute walk to the 50+ Historic Downtown South Haven shops. The cottage is just under a mile from the drawbridge in downtown South Haven. There are six public beaches on the North Side of South Haven. Our closest public beach is located at Oak Street and North Shore Drive. This is a five-minute walk from our house. You can see this when mapping our address.

We have a quiet neighborhood, which should make your stay a pleasant one. Please look at the photos of our renovated cottage! Walk north for an hour on the beach or browse the town with its unique shops and restaurants.

The cottage is located on the exclusive north side of town, less than a mile from Downtown South Haven.

First floor bedrooms:
white bedroom = twin trundle and queen bed, TV/DVD/ROKU
yellow bedroom = queen bed
pink bedroom = bunk bed with twin on top and full-on bottom
New Master Bath in 2015! Barrier-free shower and ADA toilet.

Lower level bedroom:
green bedroom = full futon and queen bed, TV/DVD/ROKU
Bathroom renovation in 2017! Bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet.

The cottage has a 70' flat screen television in the living room, cable and wireless wifi, air conditioning, two electronic fireplaces, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and double oven. The kitchen is fully stocked with small appliances, pots and pans, dishes, and everything you need to make a wonderful meal. The only thing you need to add is your own food.

We provide garbage bags, kitchen towels, paper towels, toilet paper, Kleenex, bathroom towels, sheets, and other bedding. Queen and full beds have four pillows. Twin beds have two pillows.

We also have lots of beach toys and child life jackets for your use.

The kitchen seats 12 people. We also have a patio area in the backyard, a gas grill, and a portable fire pit.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The home has a lockable door to the downstairs.

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

No pets due to allergies.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only outside on the deck.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3684580
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and The Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Six Chicks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! on 7 Dec 2026 start from AU$485, 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 Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed to cook (we made a full Thanksgiving meal!), to relax, and to enjoy each other's company. We highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

Great place

Nice cozy place to base your adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family with children. Everything was clean and cared for in the home. Beyond thankful for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was just perfect for all of us! It was clean, comfortable, ample space to sleep as well as hang out. Perfect location. Not one bad thing to say about this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to town, beach, food, and bars. The cabin was equipped very well in the kitchen. Bring your own pillows but beds were comfortable. Only 2 bathrooms but still workable. Outdoor space was great with several chairs, tables, and umbrellas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet neighborhood. Very clean house and well equipped kitchen. Plenty of everything, towels, supplies, etc…we had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice,well kept,well equipped,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for easy beach access. Loved the extra included amenities, like beach chairs and wagon. It was great for our large group with plenty of sleeping options. The communication was very straightforward with a description of all of the quirks of the house, so it was nice to know what to expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa A H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating. Nice quiet neighborhood. Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Wonderful get away

Great place. Had a fun time with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

South Haven Getaway

Happy Ours Cottage was a very nice home to stay, within walking distance of downtown and the beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

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

Great home and location in South Haven

Lovely house with great spaces. Beautiful beaches and lively downtown with good food and shops. Had a great time here and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

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

Great spot

Great spot I a quieter neighborhood north of town. Short walk to Oak Street Beach but only 15 minutes from downtown. Accommodated the five of us fantastically, could’ve easily had a lot more folks.Kitchen was great as was washer/dryer. Would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylore J.

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

Pleasant Stay in the cottage

Just a cute little place. Was clean and had everything we needed. It was a ladies weekend up there and we fully enjoyed this stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

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

Great Weekend

We were very impressed with the kitchen!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

4th of July Vacation

Very nice place! Short walk to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Room enough for everyone! Everything needed for infant to small children. Life jackets, stroller. The kitchen was awesome. 2 ovens. purified water system.We enjoyed the 4 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan K.

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

Nice, clean, and accomodating!

The house was perfect for our family get away. It's stocked with nearly everything you need and more...especially the kitchen. There were baby items available to use which was so helpful. The beds were comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

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

Met all of our needs

Great communication. Lots of space. Updated kitchen and bathrooms were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Wonderful cottage and location

Our family had a wonderful time visiting the South Haven area. It was our first time and felt lucky to have found Happy Ours Cottage to stay in. We had plenty of room for everyone in our family to spread out and have their own space, plus the short walk to the beach and downtown were perfect! Our host was very attentive and answered all of our questions quickly. We would love to come back and stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Perfect stay for Mother-in-law’s 60th

My family and I stayed at the cottage along with a few other family members to celebrate my mother in law’s 60th birthday. The cottage was perfect for what we needed. The cottage is not far from all of the things that South Haven has to offer!! Thank you for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich F.

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

Convenient, well equipped.

Super well-equipped with just about anything you could imagine needing for kitchen and for young children. A short, pleasant walk to the beach. Katherine checked in to make sure that our stay was going well.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very good place for our family, 3 couples plus a toddler. Very convenient to have a changing table , high chair, portable crib, crib sheets right there. The sun porch was his favorite play area. The beach was very close, a couple minutes by car or a short walk. It's a great location, we walked into town and a long the beach to the lighthouse. The kitchen has everything we needed, and there was a lot of room to sit around and to have the high chair at the table. Katherine, the host , kept in touch to make sure everything was ok. Tip from a long time South Haven visitor: go to the newly reopened Sherman's Ice Cream.
South Haven has fabulous sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

Great location and great host

We really enjoyed the house for our family trip to South Haven. The kitchen/living room space was great for us to hangout together at night and the location was very convenient to walk to the beach and downtown. We barely used our car. The house was as expected and had plenty of beach chairs and toys for us to use. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

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

Cozy spot near the beach

Had an overall positive experience, even if the weather didn’t cooperate with us! Was a little bit of construction on the road but not a huge deal. Home was as advertised with plenty of space for all. Host was extremely communicative and thorough. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Suender

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I have rented our cottage for over 20 years. As a retired teacher and a Ph.D. student, I am available 24/7 to assist with any needs you may have. I am always happy to help with restaurant suggestions, activities, etc. Of course, our favorite time is enjoying the cottage with our friends and family from Illinois.

With four bedrooms, three on the main level and one downstairs, a brand new Master Bathroom (2015) on the main level, and a shower bathroom on the lower level, our cottage is the perfect location to get together with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is comfortable and relaxing with the perfect combination of modern conveniences. It features high-speed wireless Internet, Cable, Roku, and central air. Our kitchen has a double oven, flat top stove, large microwave, dishwasher, large toaster oven, toaster, coffee pot, hand mixer, blender, griddle, waffle maker, spices, and plenty of pots, pans, tableware, and silverware. Most of the rooms have high ceilings, which creates a feeling of openness. The living room has a 60" smart, flat-screen television, blue-ray player, lots of DVDs, 2 sofas, love seat, and a Lazy Boy recliner. The kitchen has seating for 13. We also have many games and children's books, just in case there is a chance for some quiet moments inside.
For kids, there is an outdoor shower, life jackets, beach toys, beach wagon, stroller, high chair, changing table, pack and play, booster chair, child's potty, and potty circle.
Outside we have six chairs around a circular table, some folding chairs, two lounge chairs, an Adirondack chair, an outdoor shower, and a beach wagon.

What makes this property unique

I take great pride in offering our home as your vacation getaway. When choosing Happy Ours Cottage you always deal directly with the owner, and there are never hidden fees. Once you compare our home to other cottages and read our reviews, you'll see why Happy Ours Cottage is the best place to stay on the Northside of South Haven! Please look at the photos of our comfortably renovated cottage! The master bathroom was renovated in 2015 to include a barrier-free shower and a jet tub.

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