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1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Packard Park beach out front. View from kitchen
Sandy Beach
Pool from top of pool house - garage door opens to kitchen, ping pong, bathroom
John Widdicomb sofa living area with TV
Full Kitchen w Dishwasher, Disposal Refrigerator w ice maker,Steelcase chairs

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
  • Place, South Beach

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit


Nestled in the charming town of South Haven, this 1-bedroom cottage offers the perfect escape for your next vacation. Situated just steps away from the stunning Lake Michigan and North Beach, you'll be able to enjoy the serene lakefront views and the convenience of being just a quick walk to downtown for dining and shopping. This cottage is normally NOT available Memorial Day to late August as it rents with another cottage.
As a traveler, you'll delight in the array of amenities this property has to offer. Unwind in the outdoor pool(May 1- Oct 20), stay connected with the high-speed WiFi, and take advantage of the washer and dryer. In the evenings, cozy up on the smart TV with cable channels.

The cottage boasts a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to prepare delicious meals. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside and gather around the fire pit for a memorable outdoor experience.

Indoors, you'll find a comfortable living room, essential bathroom amenities, and air conditioning to ensure your stay is as relaxing as possible. For added convenience, the property offers parking and a travel crib for families.

Embrace the great outdoors with the provided beach loungers, towels, and outdoor furniture, perfect for soaking up the sun or enjoying a game of ping pong. With the stunning lake views and easy access to the beaches, this cottage is the ideal destination for your next unforgettable vacation.

Other cottage(s) on premise:
Depending upon occupancy they may be there to use pool
vrbo.com/706369 2 bed
vrbo.com/706370 3-6 bed
Pool is shared with adjacent cottage of 5+ people if rented at same time

This cottage is part of a 9-bed complex for the whole family in the summer with pool Memorial Day to late August as VRBO.com/706368

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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
Wagon, beach chairs, bikes
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pre-approval required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premise. No Vaping due to chemicals

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
You are our guests, leave beds, toss towels on floor in shower, get computer and phone cords & turn off lights.
Remove any subscriptions from TV. We can't be responsible for their use after check out.
Please start a wash load of beach towels if used as they take so long to dry. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Contract must be signed and emailed or texted within 5 days of booking. Pool Waiver may be signed upon arrival when we show you how to use pool.
South Haven has noise curfew rules. Weeknights 10pm Friday and Saturday 11pm move noise inside. Pool house closed at posted hours.
Pre-approval required. It must sleep on dog bed or crate, not permitted on furniture. Must be on flea/tick treatment Dogs must be leashed at all times

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 the waterfront, this cottage is in North 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. The Fun Park and Kids Place Park are also worth visiting. 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

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Captain Lou's Boathouse And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kilwins - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit have a pool?

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

Is 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit located?

Located in North Side, this cottage is steps away from North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cammille H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was pet friendly but could not view beach from our window.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, welcoming, and stocked with everything you could need. Lovely area, with minimal walk to a beautiful beach. The owner was very helpful, and easy to contact. Definitely a place we would love to return to!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Very well-equipped property

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Great location

My wife and I enjoy walking. This home is very close to the beach and a short walk to the main strip. It was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wonderful last minute getaway

Marta was a very gracious, responsive host. We had an excellent weekend and were so please with the location and property. Definitely plan on returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

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

South haven

Great location, clean, and host had great welcome gifts of candy, wine, cheese Super pool, ping pong, sky deck, bikes...they had it all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Perfect getaway

From the moment we opened the door we were being taken care of from the welcome note to the delightful treats; everything was just what we had hoped for. Ease of access to the beautiful lake and all of South Haven; this was just what needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Soothing South Haven Cottage

Beautiful cottage near Lake Michigan and the charming marina town . The cottage was comfortable, fully equipped and lovingly decorated. Marta provided extra attention to details and communication was prompt. We would love to stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie V.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in South Haven. This 1 bedroom cottage was perfect and the cheese and wine upon arrival were much appreciated! My only negative feedback is the couch is a little dated and uncomfortable but everything else was amazing! Super easy access to the beach with all the necessary beach equipment provided. Loved that we had access to laundry and that our dog could stay with us as well. We were permitted to use the main house’s front porch which was nice since no one was in that house during our stay. Would love for the property to add an EV charger.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Vacation

We were greeted by the manager, she was very helpful with showing us around, how to use the codes and the entire property. We stayed a week, there were lots of shops and restaurants within walking distance. Only negative was there weren't many pet friendly areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Amazing!

We stayed in cottage A, one bedroom. We were more than happy. The cleanliness, the comfortable seating/bedding was more than what we expected. The wine, cheese and carmels were such a great treat after driving all day. Thank you! Thank you Marta! We had a wonderful fall getaway in South Haven
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H.

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

Great Location!

You can walk everywhere! Beach is right across the street, North beach down the road, Town is easily accessibly by crossing the bridge. If you get tired of walking, you can walk right over to Golf Cart rental. Rental is very clean and goes above and beyond to accommodate guests with carts, bikes, incredible outdoor space with pool, deck, chairs, tables, all maintained VERY well....not broken down, or old, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olha K.

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

Great property

The house was very good organised and clean. Nice appliances and perfect personal staff. The communication with host was excellent. We stayed at the property couple days. It’s a great place for all seasons: close to the beach and downtown of South Haven. We visited New Year’s Eve celebration. It was great event in the city. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Perfect stay

Cozy, well appointed, one-bedroom cottage. Very clean. Well maintained. Great amenities. Well stocked with lines, dishes, utensils, plates, condiments. Convenient laundry facilities and ample parking behind complex. Even complementary bottle of red wine and cheeses. Ideal location for exploring shores of Lake Michigan. Walking distance to South Haven downtown, harborwalk, and marina. Being mid-March, we couldn't take advantage of all outdoor amenities of pool and cookout equipment, but the kitchen facility was more than adequate. Beach and park across the street. Happy to visit again and highly recommend as there is a two-bedroom cottage and house to rent on property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marta's cottage. The little welcome basket and bottle of wine was delightful, along with the quiet jazz that was playing upon our arrival. The cottage is so cute, and we found it to be very clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure to get to know Marta a little bit, and it is clear she cares about her guests and wants their stay to be a great experience...and ours was!! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage A was cute and cozy appointed with everything you could need! The full size kitchen with grill right out your door was so thoughtful if you prefer to hang out on the beach all day. The beach access is right there and the place has chairs and a wagon to get you there. The sunsets are gorgeous and the views endless. The host provided us with a lovely bottle of wine and cheese which we enjoyed with the beautiful sunset. Thank you Marta! What a lovely break from our worries.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The hosts left treats for us, too!!! So unexpected, but much enjoyed! The cottage was literally across the street from the beach entrance and we had everything we needed. It was super clean, however it was very damp. We think that had more to do with the proximity to the water, but it was a noticeable smell and feel. Everything was perfectly clean, well stocked kit & towels, bed linens, etc. We would definitely rent from this rental company again. They were very professional and everything we might need was considered and they made it so easy to enjoy MI!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very pleasant. Marta was great in every aspect. Would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great accommodations steps from beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely very clean. Delicious snacks for us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location to many activities. We shopped, walked the beach, walked to the Maritime Museum, took a boat ride and ate at several local restaurants! It was a great way to spend a long weekend. The cottage was clean and well-stocked with basics as well as a few treats!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin I.

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

Great!

The place was great, the bed very comfortable, rested well. The pool, location all was great too. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaina L.

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

Lovely little place!

This was a great option for a short stay, even though we came right before the pool opened! It was so close to the beach we could see the water from the window, and close enough to town to walk in. Marta was quick and complete with communications, and the place was clean and well set up for us to arrive. Would totally stay here again! Thanks Marta
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

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

Short and sweet

My husband and I spent a couple days in the one bedroom cottage, which was very cute, clean and so comfortable! Upon arrival, the host left us a treat basket and a bottle of wine, which was such a pleasant surprise as we were there to celebrate our anniversary. The location was great, across the street from Lake Michigan and a short walk to downtown South Haven area. We would love to come back with more family and enjoy the pool! It’s a great property, you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennie h.

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

Great cottage for 2

We stayed 4 nights for our anniversary celebration. Owner left us snacks, wine and chocolate. Does it get any better then that...great communication, easy check in and out. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marta Petter

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I have an upscale historic house I remodeled and rent in Saugatuck - vrbo/444711 and used to live in South Haven so found this wonderful gem across from Packard Park and have remodeled it for upscale rental.
More remodeling completed Spring 2020. Pool and pool house going in for 2021

Why they chose this property

The location and setting is stellar.

What makes this property unique

This cottage has plenty of windows, separate bedroom and open concept living, dining kitchen and then a nice patio and 300 feet of sandy beach just across the street. Great beach walking, sun bathing, swimming, sunsets and all a quick stroll to downtown South Haven. Catalpa trees all around the property too! Private parking too.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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