Prime location! Dog friendly; close to beach, restaurants, shops! New kitchen!
This family getaway sleeps 10 people (1 queen, 3 full, 2 twin beds). Vintage home w/ A/C, washer, dryer, full kitchen, + grill on deck. Recently updated kitchen and wraparound deck. It's only a 5-minute walk to South Beach, South Pier Lighthouse, Kids Corner, restaurants, shopping and a movie theater. Also close: golf courses, fishing charters, bike trails, vineyards, antique shops, art galleries and U-Pick orchards. This charming, spacious beach house is close to everything South Haven has to offer!
Property manager
Peggy Herrington
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
House trained dogs under 40lbs allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
South Haven
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown, a neighbourhood in South Haven. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens. The Fun Park and Kids Place Park are also worth visiting.
South Haven Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Michigan Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
South Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Kal Haven Trail - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Bangor Station - 18 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Culver's - 3 min drive
Biggby Coffee - 2 min drive
Burger King - 14 min walk
Taco Bell - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Prime location! Dog friendly; close to beach, restaurants, shops! New kitchen! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Prime location! Dog friendly; close to beach, restaurants, shops! New kitchen!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prime location! Dog friendly; close to beach, restaurants, shops! New kitchen!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Prime location! Dog friendly; close to beach, restaurants, shops! New kitchen! located?
Located in Downtown, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Warner Vineyards and Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a great location and we were able to walk everywhere we went! We loved that we were able to bring our dog with us, but not sure we would again as it restricts us from staying all day at the beach! Communication with Tom & Peggy was great!
Loved the location… easy walk into town and to the beach. We had a wonderful time. The hosts Tom and Peggy was super helpful. All 5 of the group said we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights with 3 other couples - had a great time! When we weren't walking to downtown or the beach, we had plenty of room to relax in the home. The kitchen is a little tight to do any serious cooking, but it was perfect for light breakfasts and snacks. Would definitely consider staying again.
Peggy was great at communicating with us and check in was a breeze. The property was just like the pictures and description online. We spent a lot of time on that great porch and so did our pups. We could walk to a variety of restaurants and the beach. We played Ping Pong and grilled out for Father’s Day. South Havens Farmers Market is Wednesday and Saturday. We went to both. We bought fresh veggies, fruit, sourdough bread and grass fed beef. The best part was we walked everywhere! No worrying about parking. We will definitely stay again.
This was our second stay at this property. Exactly a year since our first stay. Everything was the same. Cannot beat the location, if your looking to hangout downtown a lot. The pet friendly nature of the property is what brought us back.
Great location, just a block from downtown, and an easy walk to the beach. Neat old house, a good deal of space, kitchen had plenty of dishes, cutlery, and cookware; and had a ping pong table in the garage. We had a couple of issues with the house crop up during the week, and the host addressed them promptly and professionally. Would recommend to anyone going to South Haven.
Great location. Perfect for a sisters weekend. Our weekend was too cold for the beach but we loved walking to restaurants, shops, and wine tasting. House was a little older but comfy furniture and a large kitchen table great for playing cards
Concern of loose boards on porch. We tripped on a loose board. No hand rail for ourdoor porch steps.
Overall we loved the location, and vintage decor. Could use a little updating.
We are regulars in SoHa, and this is the absolute most convenient property for maximum South Beach and downtown enjoyment. Extra points for being dog friendly!
Overall the house is clean, and could also use some general sprucing. Nothing that is a deal breaker, we are returning next year, but it does feel like everyone needs a little TLC.
We were very comfortable, plenty of space for the 5 of us and the puppy.
Looking forward to next year
We had a wonderful girls weekend in this lovely home. The location was perfect, just a few steps away from great shops, restaurants and the beach. The home was spotless and the bedrooms were large and very comfortable. Great communication with the owner as well. Thank you for sharing your home with us, we are hoping to plan a return visit soon!
This house is in a great location, close to downtown shopping, river walk, beaches. Nice wrap around porch to sit out in the evening. Would rent it again.
This was the perfect vacation location--on the edge of town, very close to the beach and walking distance to everything. Never used a car the whole week!
My friends and I rented out this property to enjoy South Haven after a long winter spent apart due to the pandemic. The property was clean and spacious, the proprietor professional, and the location perfect. All in all, we had a wonderful time and hope to return in the future!
This property was spacious. There were some aesthetic issues (e.g. closet door handles were broken) but the important items were functional. The location was the greatest feature -- only ~1 block from the main street (Phoenix). Overall a nice stay.
We stayed here for a week while visiting with family in town. The location is just a block from the main drag and walkable to the beach. The house had plenty of room for my husband, daughter, myself and our dog.
We had a bit of problems with the air conditioner, but the owners resolved it quickly. It was a perfect getaway for our family (adult children and their spouses and children)
Owners were super responsive and friendly, and the house was very spacious. Master on main floor was a nice touch as well. Location is ok...backs up to an apartment building so didn’t love that, but overall, a really good place to stay!
Our three generation family stayed for a week at this charming home in the heart of South Haven. We walked to the restaurants, beach and kids corner. We very much enjoyed our trip.
Our girls weekend in South Haven was really enjoyable. Having a place within walking distance from town and all the restaurants was so wonderful. It was nice not to have to drive everywhere.
The house itself offered so many rooms and multiple areas to gather as a group.
The best was when we had questions the management/ owner was easy to reach and super helpful.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
About the host
Hosted by Peggy Herrington
Owners are from Chicago and have enjoyed vacationing in Southwest Michigan with their family for the past 10 years.
Why they chose this property
South Haven is our favorite vacation destination in the midwest. It's the quintessential Lake Michigan beach town, ideal for families, couples, or ladies' getaway weekends.
What makes this property unique
This spacious yet cozy cottage is only a 5-minute walk to the big waves at South Beach. Don't forget your camera--you'll want to capture the sunset from the South Haven Lighthouse pier. Afterwards, take a stroll up the beachwalk along the Black River and watch the boaters pass by. Enjoy dinner at one of South Haven's many restaurants, or relax with a cookout on the cottage's deck.