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Walk to North Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
South Haven, MI
North Beach
Place, North Beach
2 min walk
Stanley Johnson Park
Place, Stanley Johnson Park
6 min walk
Michigan Maritime Museum
Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
11 min walk
Where you'll sleep
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach.
Cozy one bedroom, one bath house on the North Beach. Sliding glass doors in the living room lend a view of the water. Ideal for a romantic getaway or for a very small family, as there is a daybed in the living room which accommodates 2 additional persons. Fireplace heater in the living room for chilly Spring or Autumn evenings. Double bed in the rear bedroom. This rental is ideal for a couple or perhaps a couple with one or two small children as the Little House is LITTLE!!! Knotty pine galley kitchen and bath with shower. Kitchen has coffeemaker, pots and pans, dishes, microwave, utensils. Patio area on rear deck with seating for four provided by patio table . Charcoal barbecue grill as well as gas grill on back deck.
Comcast cable and Wifi. Refrigerator, stove, coffeemaker, and microwave are provided.
Toilet paper, paper towels, bath and hand towels (2 per guest) coffee filters, and dish soap are also provided.
The Little House is located in the historic Monroe Park neighborhood and one can stroll downtown via the pathway along the Black River-which is bedecked with lovely flowers along the River.
Two night minimum reservations are accepted during late May, September and early October. Although weekly reservations are preferred during the summer, two night minimum reservations are possible during the summer. Please place your inquiry for a 2 night minimum in the summer with the owner first prior to booking.
Check in is anytime after 3 pm EST on the day of arrival and check out is at 11 am EST on the day of departure, in order to provide our cleaning service to thoroughly clean and sanitize the house between guests.
****PLEASE NOTE: The Little House is a summer house ONLY with NO central source of heat. **** The house is winterized in mid-October and water is turned off until mid-May when the house is dewinterized. . The house has a/c for the summer, and there are portable heaters and plenty of blankets to keep you warm during fall evenings, as well as a heater/ fireplace in the living room which throws off lots of heat.
Pet-friendly with additional dog deposit. The "piddle park" is just up the street from the Little House. South Haven is a very dog-friendly city!!
There are no laundry facilities in the Little House. Bed linens and bath towels are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.
Folding beach chairs (3) provided.
For parking, there are numbered spaces in front of the Little House and along the North Beach. ***Parking in these spaces is free from Sept 15-May 15.*** You may purchase a weekly parking sticker(this is the more economical alternative-I don’t recommend that you pay the daily rate of $10 at the beach parking station as you are assessed an additional $10 every time you move your car) from the South Haven Police Dept on Broadway, (I believe you can also call City Hall to order one).
The sticker enables you to move your car at any time and also allows off street parking in marked, designated areas along North Shore Drive and other public streets that read “Beach sticker parking only.”
For additional information re parking rules in South Haven, google “weekly beach stickers, and scroll down to the parking rules and regs.
There is a view of the North Beach from the sliding glass doors and there is a dedicated path from the sliders that leads back and forth to the beach.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you!!
Karen(219)242-4818 🌞😊🏖️
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Important information
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Property # 3990431
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
South Haven
Located near the beach, this cottage 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 looking for area attractions can visit Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
South Beach Cafe - 4 min drive
Culver's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. ?
As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. on 8 Oct 2026 start from AU$303, 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 Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. ?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Little House Of 82 Esplanade on South Haven's North Beach. located?
Located in North Side, this cottage is steps away from North Beach and Lake Michigan. Stanley Johnson Park and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Adorable little place only a parking lot's walk to the beachGreat communication and easy check in. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your 5 star review and kind comments!!
It makes me so happy to hear that guests have enjoyed their visit!!
Please return as I would love to have you as a future guest!!
Best,
Karen😊🏖️🌞
The house was perfect for the two of us. This place is right across the walkway from the beach, you cant get any closer.The owner was great at communicating and we had zero issues.The Little House will be our go to place to stay in New Haven in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Patricia H.
17 Sept 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Can't beat location was what I expected it to be host very accommodating got back immediately with any questions I had. Location Location Location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Dear Pat:
Thank you for your kind review of the Little House.
It always makes me very happy to learn that my guests had a positive experience.
I hope you will consider returning to the Little house if you find your plans involve a future trip to S Haven.
Best,
Karen🌞😊🏖️
walk out your front door and your on the beach location location location great stay can walk or bike to downtown small house like advertise goid for 2 people. could replace mattress pad it was a little poky one side.great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Dear Danny:
Thank you so much for your 5 star review, for which I’m so grateful!
It makes me so happy when my guests have had a positive experience!
I hope that you will consider returning next year to the Little House, and I will look into replacing that mattress!
Best,
Karen😊🌞🏖️
This little house fit out needs perfectly! An affordable place right on the beach, tucked away between much more extravagant homes. Karen was an excellent host and very accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
Dear Shelley:
Thank you for your wonderful 5 star review!
I am always so happy when my guests have a positive experience!
I hope you will be able to return again next year-you are always welcome here!
Best,
Karen🌞😊🏖️
Verified review
6/10 Okay
lee l.
31 Aug 2026
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The converted garage needs some love but the view and proximity to the lake was great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
I’m disappointed that you only felt the LH deserved a 3 star review, particularly for the price point and the proximity to the beach and town.
Thank you at any rate for being a guest at the LH.
I loved how Tiny the house is. Location wasperfect for beach access and the house was clean and had kitchen and bathroom amenities. The place could use some touch ups and could definitely benefit from some weeding, landscaping and a clean up of the outside area. The price for the location is hard to beat for how close you are to the beach. Communication with the owner was great, very responsive. I will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
Dear Denise:
TY for your lovely review of the Little House!
I am so glad you stayed with us and know you are welcome to return anytime!!
Best,
Karen😊🌞🏖️
Great location! Quiet and comfortable. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am so glad you had an enjoyable visit!
Hope you will return to the LH if you come back to S Haven!
Best,
Karen🌞😊🏖️
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Mike M.
14 July 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, property needs some updating and a good cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Hello, Michael:
Sorry you were so disappointed.
Most guests love being right on the beach for a fraction of what it would cost to rent a hotel room miles away from the beach.
Re updating…it has been updated but it’s not a hotel with everything new. I would have to triple the nightly charge if I updated it.
I will communicate to my housekeeper that you felt it needed a good cleaning.
That is also surprising for me to hear as most of my guests state it is very clean when they arrive.
It’s listed correctly as Tiny House. It’s definitely tiny! Stayed with my two girls. Definitely tight but got us close to the water. Wouldn’t really recommend for younger kids because there’s really no room to move around. Definitely a place to rent if you want to be close to the water and looking to just sleep and stay at the beach. Close to town to go to dinner and shops. Overall we had a great girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Glad you had a great girl’s weekend!
That is what the guests say about the LH…it may be tiny but you can’t beat the price for the fact that the beach is steps away!!
Perfect spot for a getaway! My friend and I stayed for 3 days. One room in the back and a daybed that pulls out. Perfect for us two. Steps away from the sand and a 4 minute drive to downtown. Perfect and fast communication with Karen through the entire process. Would stay again!
Thank you for your kind review, Scott!!
It always makes me happy to know that guests have enjoyed their experience in the Little House!
I hope you will feel free to return next year!
Best,
Karen😊🌞🏖️
Pictures on listing were taken long ago and musrepresent condition of this place. My worst experience in 8 visits to South Haven. Paint around bathroom sink was peeling. Mildew on shower curtain. Bedsheets thin and pillow old and flat (no mattress protector). Old baseboard heating system caked with dust. Step down to bedroom not marked. Bad smell in bedroom and front room. Trundle bed old and lumpy. Screen coming off storm door held together with a rusty binder clip. Trash under kitchen sink not removed from last guest. Patio set di
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
I am very sorry that your experience in the Little House was so terrible.
It is interesting to note that nearly all of the reviews I have received have been very high with excellent guest reviews.
I take issue with “peeling paint in the bathroom ( there are a couple of tiny chipped paint areas only, and no
Older was noted on the shower. Also, the trundle bed was purchased only 3 years ago.
No guest has ever complained about a terrible smell in the living room either.
For the very small nightly rate I charge, you cannot get any closer to the beach, remarks many guests have commented on in a favorable manner.
Finally, you never communicated any of these complaints to me but complained to VRBO which resulted in a partial refund to you.
I hope your future travels to S Haven are more favorable to you.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Eric
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute, tiny home on the beach. Was the best little getaway with lots of shopping and food close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Douglas
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing little getaway with a FANTASTIC beach view—we had a double rainbow our first morning. Great value for anyone looking for a small, affordable spot to get out and enjoy the South Haven area!
The beach view was great! It is a very small place, a little outdated but was alright for the 2 days and nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Thank you for your 4 star review.
Yes, the Little House is quite small which is why it’s called “The Little House.”
That is spelled out in the description on VRBO.
For the price though, I think you can’t beat the location.😊
Excellent Host! Everything was provided for a comfortable stay. I'm looking forward to coming again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2025
We so much enjoyed meeting you in person and sharing time and stories.
I hope you will always feel welcome to return to the Little House!!
Have a wonderful remainder of the Autumn!!🍂
Best,
Karen😊🏖️
Thank you, Mona…for your kind review!
Wish it had been warmer but that cold front from Canada wouldn’t allow that.😢
Hope you will return to the LH next year!!
Best,
Karen😊🌞🏖️🍂🍂🍂🍂
Location and neighborhood was wonderful. The house was quaint & cozy. Decor very beachy.Direct view of beach & Lake.Access to beach 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Dear Patti:
Thank you so much for your very kind review of the Little House.
I truly appreciate your review and your comments!
I hope you will return again next year!
Best,
Karen😊🏖️🌞
Great location, everything we needed for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
SO glad you had an enjoyable stay at the Little House, Penny!! I hope you will return again next year! Have a wonderful remainder of your summer!🏖😎🌞 Karen
Love the location. Love the accommodations. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you so much, Lisa, for your review, and I am very happy that you had a positive experience!
I am always so happy when my guests are happy!!
Best,
Karen🌞😊🏖️