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Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16290.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

1st Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

1st Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

1st Floor Master

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs

If your family is craving the familiarity of a classic beach house from yesteryear, the Ross House is for you! At 150 years old, this grand old dame prioritizes old-world craftsmanship and comfort. And there s nothing missing from this backyard! Features here include a seasonal pool, fire pit, lawn games like horseshoes and a basketball hoop and a garage game room with pool and ping pong tables. With 7 bedrooms and 4 baths, there s plenty of room for the entire family to find their own space.

Living Spaces
As you walk up the front steps to a covered front porch complete with a wooden bench, you ll feel like you re home already. And it just gets better when you walk inside. The first of two side-by-side living rooms is furnished with a cozy sofa and two chairs, one of which is situated in a sunny alcove with stained glass windows, perfect for curling up with a good book. The large HDTV invites you to relax with a beverage and a snack while you stream your favorite new bingeable show. Either way, this welcoming space will surely become one of your favorites. The second living room is perfect for quiet conversation, set up with a sofa and two chairs facing each other. A great spot for planning your next day s activities! And don t forget the seasonal garage game room with pool and ping pong. Enjoy a friendly competition on days when the outdoor weather doesn t quite cooperate. Please note that the garage is not heated.

Peak & Non-Peak Season
During the peak season, this home would have a 7-night minimum and would rent Saturday - Saturday. If you are interested in staying a full week in the non-peak season, September through April, please send in an inquiry with your travel dates and we are happy to supply weekly pricing for your trip.

Cooking & Dining
The fully equipped kitchen at Ross House has an appealing rustic vibe and will be a joy for your family chef. Here, he or she will enjoy the use of stainless steel appliances, solid surface counters, beautiful tiled backsplash and plenty of storage space. Warm wood cabinets add to the aesthetic appeal of this welcoming room. A moveable kitchen island with a stainless steel top is also available for your convenience. The family can enjoy full meals together in one of the adjacent dining rooms, the first with a decorative cozy fireplace for ambiance and the second with a TV if you simply must check the scores during dinner.

Bed & Bath
The first level of the Ross House features a primary suite with a beautiful queen sleigh bed, nightstand with lamp and seating area. The ensuite bath offers a walk-in shower. Another full bath with a clawfoot tub and shower is on the first level. The remaining 6 bedrooms are on the second level and share two full baths, both with walk-in showers.

Outdoor Spaces
Enjoy a lazy day at the pool and basking in the sun in one of the outdoor loungers. If the mood strikes later in the day, challenge a family member to a fun game of horseshoes or basketball. In the evening, break out the graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows for s'mores over the fire pit!

Additional Information
~ If you are inquiring for specific dates around the opening or closing dates of the swimming pool, please inquire with a reservationist for more information.
~ If a pet will be vacationing with you, a non-refundable pet fee will be added upon approval of your booking request.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 and a deadlock

About the area

South Haven

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in South Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 17 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs on 18 May 2026 start from AU$842, 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 Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Beach House 2 Blocks to Beach/Downtown w/Pool, Firepit, 7 BRs located?

Located in South Side, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Southside Municipal Marina and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Michigan. Warner Vineyards and South Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Family getaway

The location is great - easily walkable to the beach and downtown. Check-in was very easy. Everyone enjoyed the pool, fire pit, pool table and ping pong table. There were a lot of pool floats in the garage as well as sand toys and a beach wagon. The fenced in yard was perfect for the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Great location

The house was beautiful and we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john n.

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

Great stay

Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

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

Nice

Location was excellent:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

South Haven Weekend

Really enjoyed the property and surrounding area! Beachwalk Properties was very easy to work with and would stay here again any time. High recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIA C.

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

Family reunion

Amazing stay! Everyone enjoyed heated pool and hot tub! Enough space for everyone, we will be renting again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Fabulous Property!

The house was beautiful, comfortable, accommodating, and fully stocked with everything the family needed for an enjoyable weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

South Haven with family

The house was everything we wanted and more! Great location, plenty of room, every amenity we could have wanted. The pool was great and our entire group - from ages 4 to 75 had a wonderful time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

William M.

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

Ideal location

Great location close to town & beach. Highlight is pool. Would rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pete S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was very nice and the proximity to the beach was convenient but this house is VERY worn out. There was a plumbing leak that soaked the old carpet heading into the kitchen, that you had to walk through several times a day. We complained and they came out and dried the carpet, but it was wet later that evening. Very awkward layout of the floors and closed doors. We have rented several houses in SH, but you do not get your money's worth with this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy U.

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

Fabulous Property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ross House. Location was perfect! Property was well maintained! Plenty of room for everybody! We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sajid C.

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

Memorial weekend

Nice property at good location.Nice heated pool Weather on the cold side but we enjoyed our stay well . All members of the family had good time,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Esther B.

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

Lots of fun things to do!

Great pool, out door fire pit area was very nice. Great location to walk to downtown and beach. Only reason not a 5 is lack of tvs in several bedrooms, tvs very difficult to work, with no instructions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Kyser

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

Great fall break in South Haven

We rented this home with 3 families—kids ranging 9-17. Had a wonderful stay. Perfect location with plenty of room to spread out. Kids loved basketball and hottub, parents loved fire pit. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Christmas 2023

This house is comfortable, warm and spacious. The location to downtown, parks and shoreline is perfect. Every bed was a welcome retreat. We will return to this house that accommodates 10+ adults and a toddler.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M.

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

Fall getaway

We were a family of 13 celebrating an 80th birthday. The house accommodated us quite comfortably. We enjoyed that we could walk to the beach and downtown. There was plenty of thing to keep our young grandsons busy. The house was very clean, and the kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian F.

Amazing House with Endless Entertainment

Everyone in our group loved the house. Beyond the fact that the house was in pristine condition and included thoughtful conveniences, its amenities made our trip a pleasure. The hot tub and pool worked well, we grilled and played bocci on the lawn, and the patio lights were beautiful. Also, management was very helpful and attentive in ensuring a great stay. Thanks, and we hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

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

Family Reunion

Nice home, yard and pool.The garage "game room" was a total mess but the bikes were a nice surprise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Get-Away

We wanted a low key Father’s Day weekend get-away to spend with our dad. This house gave us that and then some. We not only had a beautiful house to stay in, we also had a great place to enjoy ourselves and have that family bonding we hadn’t had in years. My family appreciated everything this house had to offer.. pool, ping-pong table, pool table, etc. Thank you to the staff who have been more than helpful and accommodating to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

claire f.

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

South Haven Perfect Location

This property was very comfortable for a big group. There is a great pool, several outdoor porches and a firepit, and a barn with a pool table. It is close to town and the lake. The rooms were comfortable. The six bedrooms upstairs all had fans as well as a/c and were nice and cool. I worried that an older home may not be cool upstairs but that was not the case. We had 14 people and with the four different shower/bathrooms it was no problem. Great time with all ages in our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

South Haven Summer

The Ross House was a perfect destination for our family of 16 (10 adults and 6 children from ages 3 to 19) to meet from near and far! The house was so charming and easily accommodated us! The kitchen was well-equipped and the outdoor amenities exceeded all expectations!! The pool, hot tub, game room, fire pit and porches provided spots for endless activities for all members of the family. And, the location could not be more perfect -- easily walkable to the beach, the harbor, the lighthouse, multiple playgrounds as well as the quaint downtown shopping/dining area. There could not be a more perfect location to enjoy all that South Haven has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

anne O.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Good Points: spacious. Nice pool. Enough pool toys. Ample driveway space. Nice fire pit and outdoor chairs. Not Good Points: hot tub broke. Small replacement also broke. Not clean house; needed return visit by housekeeping. Wet carpet back hall. MBR toilet runs VERY slow. Pool cover pegs protruding; tripping hazard. Pool water chem abnormal; not fixed after complaint. Hammock broke. Refrig taking very long time to cool. MBR door handle not working. Various dresser drawer knobs loose or missing. Unstable dining room table. Very few bath towels. Some chair slip covers stained and torn. Lamp in living room not working.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Khalil R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Need more improvement

The location and neighborhood was so great, cleaning very good, Bathrooms locks were broken and the hot spa was not working that was disappointed. Need more update inside the house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

Perfect House, Close to Everything But You Don't Need to Leave

We had such a great time at this house. Our extended family of 11 people went and we were so pleased with the Ross house. The pool was fantastic-the kids spent all their time in it. The hot tub was great. The house was amply stocked with pool floats, toys, games and everything you could need to make the stay comfortable. The kitchen was great and there were plenty of areas to eat inside and out. Our favorite part was making nightly fires in the firepit and sitting out until late. The house was located close to town and walking distance to the beach. It was the perfect place. We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

This met our needs….it was ok

Family vacation, with all of our kids and grandchildren, is something we all look forward to! The seven bedrooms were exactly what we needed although the beds are overall not very comfortable. Master suite is lacking the luster of a decent bathroom, my husband would hit his head if he wasn’t careful on the ceiling. We were greeted by a dead mouse under the movable island in the kitchen, property management responded the next morning saying they would come take care of it, with small children and it being in the kitchen, well my husband took care of it right away! The hot tub is not in working order and the “portable hot tub” was basically a blow up tub outside. The pool was of course a hit! In my opinion they way keep it too warm. Even on 90 degree days it was not refreshing and felt like bath water. Being close to the beach and downtown was awesome! Plenty of board games and things to do in the barn. It felt almost like we were stepping back in time in this house, creaky doors and wooden floors, glass doorknobs that we figured out how to open with a hint of modern upgrades- stove and refrigerator. Lots of old charm. Pictures showed an extra fridge in the laundry room but it was not there. That would be very helpful. The driveway fit almost all of our vehicles which was a huge plus due to the Blueberry Festival was all weekend (sad to say I didn’t see one blueberry lol) Good times for the whole family and memories to last a lifetime!
If you expect privacy, you do not get that. The pool is right next to the sidewalk.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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This home is managed by a full service real estate company with staff available to assist you 7 days week from our office located in downtown South Haven. We enjoy introducing people to our beautiful shoreline and strive to provide each guest with a seamless Lake Michigan Experience. We understand the challenges of choosing a vacation home from a distance and look forward to helping you navigate through your options to find the best fit!

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