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South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse

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Main house living room area complete with queen sleeper sofa.
The Blue Shore Cottage
Main house exterior and patio area
Amenities provided if you're traveling with little ones.  As well as dinnerware.
Firepit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12140.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Van Buren State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Porter Legacy Dunes
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 Guest Cottage

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 Main House

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2 Main House

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3 Main House

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Guest House

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room Main House

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Pack and Play Main House

1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest House Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main House Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main House Half Bath

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse

The Blue Shore Cottage is a private cottage and guest house located just 6 miles south of South Haven, MI and is sure to satisfy all your family vacation needs all year around. Nestled on a large 1 acre wooded lot on sandy grounds, the property offers privacy and space with many areas to congregate. Lake Michigan is on the other side of the sand dune path which starts just down the street. The main cottage boasts 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths complete with a full kitchen, dining and large living room area that has hight speed internet/Wi-Fi and HDTV with other streaming services via Roku (Sling Cable TV, Netflix, Xfinity Stream-OTA channels, Amazon Video are all provided subscriptions for guests). The guest house has a private bedroom, 1 full bathroom and a living/dining area complete with a coffee bar, and laundry.

Guest house also has its own W-Fi network and the same TV services as the main cottage. Outside offers sandy grounds (which is a great playground for kids), patios, hammocks, fire pit with supplied firewood, grill, plenty of shade and seating, and outdoor shower to wash off all the day's fun. There are an abundance of chidrens' toys for inside and out along with bicycles. Please see total list of amenities below!! Rental includes both main cottage and guest house. Read our reviews to book with confidence or feel free to ask a question.

*Please note private beach is a steep dune hike for the adventurous to access*

Minimum Stay Requirements:
-Weekly rental required during the summer (from Memorial Day to Labor Day) with a Friday check in and Friday check out (change over). Weekly requirement will be lifted 30 days prior to open dates during summer season.
-3 day minimums over holiday weekends
-2 day minimums all other times (mainly off season non-summer)
Website will show acceptable duration during reservation request

Property offers great location for all year around activities:
-Private Neighborhood beach of Syndicate Dune Park via walk over the steep sand dune that allows an escape from busy public beaches.
*Please note private beach is a steep dune hike to access*
-Beautiful views of lake and sunsets from top of dune
-Walking paths around Syndicate Park Dunes
-1 mile from Van Buren State Park (camping/hiking/beach)
-1 mile south of Pilgrim Haven (paved lot and paved flat ramp access to beach)
-.6 miles from Kal Haven bike path that connects Van Buren State Park to South Haven
-1.3 miles of country road access to the Van Buren Trail which offers miles of snowmobile trails during lake effect snow season
-10 miles from Gingerman Raceway just east of South Haven
-Plenty of parking space for multiple vehicles including circle drive
- 5 miles from the Phoenix Exit off I-196 that offers most major retailers for all your basic needs.

Main House Bedrooms
• Bedroom #1-Twin Bunk Beds
• Bedroom #2- Twin Bunk Beds
• Bedroom #3- Queen Bed
• Living Room – Queen Sleeper Sofa

Guest House Bedrooms
• Bedroom #1- Queen Bed
• Living Room – Queen Sleeper Sofa

Amenities
o Pack and Play and Bedding
o Umbrella Stroller
o Highchair/Booster Seat
o Baby Monitor and Sound Machine
o Sand Toys
o Marshmallow Skewers
o Iron and Iron Board
o Hair Dryer
o Adult (male and female) Bicycles
o Cooler
o Fold Up Chairs
o Sun Umbrella
o Bicycle Trailer
o Children's Wagon
o Board Games
o Yard Games (Bags, Ladder Ball, Bocce Ball, Football/Soccer Ball, Washers, Yardzee and more!)
o Bluetooth Portable Speaker
o Electronic Charging Station
o Kitchen Appliances (Stove, Refrigerator, Microwave, Crockpot, Electric Griddle)
o Fully Stocked Kitchen (Dishes/Cookware/Utensils)
o Pantry items
o Coffee/Tea
o Coffee Pot
o Dishwasher
o Pack and Play and Bedding
o Coffee Bar (Guesthouse with Microwave, Coffee Pot and Min Fridge)
o Toaster
o Crock Pot
o Electric Griddle
o WIFI-Xfinity/Comcast High Speed
o Cable TV (Sling TV)
o Bed Linens
o Bath Towels
o Cookbooks
o Reading Books/Little Free Library (Children and Adult)
o Toys and Coloring Books
o Geocache Kit
o Puzzles (crossword, word search and jigsaw)
o Fire Pit
o Outdoor Seating and Dining
o Charcoal Grill (charcoal and lighter fluid not provided)
o Clothes Washer and Dryer (guesthouse)
o Clothes Line
o Hammocks x 3 and Kids Swing
o Throw Blankets
o First Aid Kit
o Guestbook



Area Attractions
o Kal-Haven Bike Trail and Walking path
o Private Beach on other side of dune
o Van Buren State Park and Hiking Trails
o Gingerman Raceway
o Blueberry Farm
o South Haven
o Shopping District
o Pier
o Kidz Corner Playground
o Public Beach
o Movie Theater
o Dining
o Boat Charter/Tours
o Wineries
o Orchards
o Snowmobile Trail
o Golfing

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have provided amenities for children
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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
Smoking allowed outside of cottages but not inside

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Warner Vineyards and Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery 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 Porter Legacy Dunes. Travelling with kids? Consider Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating, sledging and snowmobiling.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Van Buren State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Porter Legacy Dunes - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • South Beach - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 15 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Haven Dune Fun-Sleeps 12! Rents Year Round!-BlueShore Cottage & Guesthouse located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Porter Legacy Dunes and Lake Michigan. North Point Conservation Area and Van Buren State Park are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Drew Heisel

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We are Drew and Amanda Heisel. We are a young family with 3 little ones. We have vacationed and visited the western side of Michigan over the past 11 years and decided to purchase a vacation home we can share with our growing family.

Why they chose this property

We love this property for several reasons. It is very close to a private beach in a secluded location that is wooded and away from the hustle and bustle of town. It also features a main house and a guest house, perfect for families with multiple members gathering at a time. Van Buren State Park is a mile away and offers camping and trails. It is also near the paved Kal-Haven bike trail which we have biked to town in the warmer weather and snowmobile on in the winter. We are in love with the town of South Haven, not too big and has about everything you can need to vacation.

What makes this property unique

Our home offers a unique private setting with access to a private beach. There are also plenty of amenities we offer to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. We offer outside games, hammocks and a fire pit. We offer just about any amenity you can think of especially for taking care of kids to make your stay comfortable from a pack and play to sand toys. The guest house has an outside shower to clean the sand off with and also a coffee bar area to enjoy.

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