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Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach.

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Kitchen (remodeled in spring of 2017)
Newly remodeled Kitchen spring of 2017

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach.

Thank you for your interest in the Sand Trap Beach House. The Sand Trap is located in the prime area of North Beach in the Monroe Park area. It is just steps from the beach. No Stairs or inclines to get to the beach, steps to the concession stand & the swings on North Beach. The Sand Trap has four bedrooms and 2 full baths plus an additional enclosed outdoor shower. All bedrooms are located on the second floor. The master bedroom has a King bed (a twin mattress in underneath the bed), it features a 2nd story deck that overlooks the lake and the beach. The second & third bedrooms each have a queen bed, and the fourth bedroom has two twin beds. The family room & master bedroom have TV's, the house is equipped with wifi, there is a dining room off of the kitchen. The kitchen has all of the amenities that you need. When you first enter the home, there is a small sun room, which is a nice room to sit at the table to play cards etc. The outside front of the house has a patio with two tables and plenty of chairs for outdoor eating.
As of summer of the 2017 Season: We have renovated the Sand Trap. We gutted the kitchen and both of the bathrooms. As of the 2017 rental season, there is a brand new kitchen, two new full bathrooms & new windows in 90% of the house.

Other Amenities: Other amenities: free wifi, A/C (Central air), 3 televisions, cable in family room, smart tv in master bedroom, tv w/ cable in 3rd bedroom. Gas grill, enclosed out door shower, Washer/Dryer. Kitchen: oven/range, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, coffee maker (standard coffee maker & Keurig), blender, everything you need for cooking. Beach umbrella & beach chairs. Bikes are kept at the back of the house for your use but we can't guarantee their condition from week to week. Plenty of chairs for sitting on the patio and for outdoor eating. Max capacity - 8 Adults or 9 total with kids & adults.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Cancellation Policy: Up to 2 weeks prior, If you cancel and we are able to get the house re-rented, we will refund you any and all payments made.

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

About the area

South Haven

Located on the beach, this holiday home 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. Windsurfing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Captain Lou's Boathouse And Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Prime Location at North Beach, don't settle for block walk to beach. located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Side holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year staying at the Sand Trap. Has everything you need for a great beach vacation. Location is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for a family to stay while in South Haven. Updated, clean, and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cute place! My friends and I stayed here for a birthday weekend, and we couldn’t ask for a better spot. Not even a full block off North Beach, and within walking distance to Bunde’s, Captain Lou’s, Admiral Jacks, etc. I’ll be recommending this spot to anyone and everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Well kept. Had everything we needed. Weather was very chilly the week we stayed. However, we made the best of our trip! Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location on south beach. The. Property is nicely renovated, but it is an old home, with
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Girls trip

We had a great stay! Great location Enjoyed the beach and cute town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bill c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Amazing location. Owners are really nice and responsive. I would recommend this home. It was really hot and the a/c worked great which is needed after a day on the beach which is literally steps away. They have quality bikes available too. We took 2 of them for a 14 miler on the Kal-Haven trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Sand Trap

We enjoyed our stay! Good location and everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Beach Cottage

This cottage is perfect for a week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millie S.

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

Family trip

We had a fabulous time, great family house and beach is right around the corner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

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

Another Wonderful Stay!

We returned for another great stay at the Sandtrap. Clean, great location, and family friendly. We will book again on our next South Haven adventure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JORDAN R.

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

Great location

This house was perfect for 2 families with 4 littles. Lots of fun with being right next to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy M., Grand Rapids, Michigan

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

Very nice area, right by the beach.

Had a great time, property had basically everything you would need, and the place was in very nice shape
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

Beach House

A great property close to the beach with all the necessary beach gear!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B., Hinsdale USA

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

Great house

Highly recommend this house if you are adults or a family looking for a beach weekend House is clean and cute as the fun beach vibe feel and is walking distance to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Sandtrap is a fun getaway

Cute home in a charming historic neighborhood, so close to the beach and all the fun South Haven has to offer. We love staying here and look forward to doing so again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Great vacation week!

Cottage was very clean, comfortable beds and updated appliances and gas grill! The two minute walk to the beach was the best part! Second story deck was amazing with views of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy N.

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

Awesome place to stay

The house was in a great location for beach days. Still walking distance to town..Great place for the kids and adults. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chauncey W.

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

Amazing location

My family and I had an amazing stay at the Sand Trap. Location is excellent! Plenty of places to sit and hang out around the house inside & out. We loved the letter in the renters binder. The parking didn’t turn out to be an issue for us. House was equipped with everything needed for our short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Great location!

We rent each year in South Haven and this home was the best location yet! Very clean and comfortable. Outside patio was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tom M.

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

Great beach week

The SandTrap was just what we needed for a great beach week on Lake Michigan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis L.

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

A week by the beach

A great week by the beach. The house location is great and it’s quiet and clean. Great amenities and a very responsive owner should you have any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ania R.

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

Great location

We absolutely loved the location of this property. Makes beach days so much easier! This is an older home with some updates completed. The house is clean, well stocked, we loved having extra fridge for drinks and Weber grill which made cooking easier. .neighbors are friendly,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was very functional. There was some construction nearby but nothing the host could control. We did not know how to use the Apple TV in the living room so our tv situation wasn’t as good as we expected. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Another great year!

Well another lovely year vacationing on the North Beach in South Haven is in the books! We regularly stay at the Sand Trap because it is a lovely house that accommodates our family and close to the beach. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kari Schrader

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What makes this property unique

We renovated the Sand Trap last winter and it was completed spring of 2017. We gutted the kitchen and both of the bathrooms, and installed new windows in 90% of the house. The result is a brand new kitchen and two newly remodeled bathrooms.

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English