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Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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717 North Shore Drive, South Haven, MI, 49090
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

First Floor Lakeside Ensuite Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Ensuite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room - First Floor

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven

Ideally suited for 8 adults and 4 children, The Beach House is on South Haven's “Golden Mile” offers a welcoming respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Retreat to where time is measured by the tides and the sun.

Living Spaces
As you walk up the front steps to a covered front porch, you'll feel like you're home already. And it just gets better when you walk inside. While The Beach House offers all of the modern day amenities guests are sure to appreciate, the property was built in 1910. The homeowner revamped this home with a careful eye to details, so Guests will still find much of the charm of yesteryear still remains. In the main common area, a full wall of windows with West exposure offer lake views as far as the eye can see! This area offers two plush sofas, two swivel chairs and large TV. The space also offers a small workstation and newly renovated powder room. The homes "original" living room is a fine example of the early 1900s charm offering original wood floors, a charming fireplace (decorative purposes only) and coffered ceilings. Nearby, you will find the formal dining room with seating for 8.

Peak & Non-Peak Season
During the peak season, this home would have a 7-night minimum and would rent Friday - Friday. 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
Who likes to cook? You'll love doing it here! Our fully equipped and outfitted kitchen offers an array of appliances including dishwasher, side-by-side refrigerator and even a stand mixer! There's plenty of storage for all your groceries and a huge center peninsula and trendy pendant lighting. The gorgeous dining table is adjacent to the kitchen and comfortably accommodates 8.

Bed & Bath
The first floor offers one double bedroom with a private bathroom, perfect for those with difficulty managing stairs. Also located on the first floor is a convenient half bathroom for guests. On the second level are three additional bedrooms. A bedroom with one queen bed and a bedroom with a queen bed and two twin beds(daybed with trundle) share a hallway bathroom. On the other side of the home is a queen bedroom with twin bed, that offers a private (newly renovated) ensuite bathroom.

Outdoor Spaces
The Beach House is a true example of outdoor living at its finest! The large covered porch offers a serene environment for calm reflection or simple pleasures, while gazing into Lake Michigan. Here, enjoy a conversation seating area as well as an outdoor table for al fresco meals! With the home being perched on a low bluff, there is easy access to 70' of private lake frontage and sugar sand beaches. Enjoy sandcastles by day (some beach toys provided) and the warm glow of a fire by night! The oversized and shaded lawn back up top offers ample room for yard games, and seating with lawn chairs that can be found in the tenant storage.

Property manager

Beachwalk Properties
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

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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

No 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 in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Michigan Maritime Museum and Michigan Flywheelers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • South Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Cottage w/Private Beach on North Shore Drive - 1 Mile to Downtown South Haven located?

Located in South Haven, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kat G.

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

Great stay

Such a great place to stay. Right on the water and about a mile from town. Centrally located near grocery store and anything else you will need. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

South Haven

One of the better places we have stayed. Great view of the lake and private beach access. House was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

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

Great stay, stunning property.

A+: Evening views, beach access, top flight kitchen supplies, cleanliness, media & books/games, access to town. B: ideal for separate families who want different wings of the house that are not connected. C: Beds are all pretty high up, which makes it tricky for toddlers sleeping alone in a room. We had two adults, a toddler and a newborn — and the way the rooms are arranged, we all slept in the same room. Overall a great stay. Warm, welcoming and we hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great property

Clean and as advertised. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amy L.

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

South Haven beach house

The house was great for our group, right on the beach and spacious enough for everyone. Very clean. The beds were a bit hard for our liking, but okay for the weekend. One of the toilets broke twice but we were able to fix. Also the kitchen faucet handle broke off easily but we were able to fix. The walk down to the beach was a little overgrown we thought it could have been cleaned up a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Beautiful

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N.

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

Friends weekend away

We had the best time at our ladies’ beach retreat weekend! The property is beautiful, the original older part of the home is charming, and the new addition matched the original house so well and added more space for gathering. We had seven adult travelers and everyone had their own bed. The furniture was very comfortable, and there were lots of thoughtful amenities provided. We caught an amazing sunset Friday night and watched the storms come in over Lake Michigan Saturday night from the covered back porch. The beach is just a few flights of steps down the dune, not bad at all compared to some Lake MI properties we’ve seen. Very private beach with beautiful view of the coastline. Thanks so much for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Great Weekend in South Haven

Lovely home in nice neighborhood and on the lake. The house was as advertised and well maintained. The views are great and the sunset was spectacular. We’re planning on returning with more of our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

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

Nostalgic

The embrace of century old trees and sound waves crashing on the beach make the house a cozy retreat for my family each fall. The old cottage winds back the clock to a simpler time, while the recent addition and upgrades make it a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the extra space and views of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Relaxing beach front rental

Our group (6 adults, 2 young kids) had a great time during our stay at this property. The house was well appointed and comfortable to lounge in. The beach was clean and maintained. We would recommend this rental and plan to return next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois P., Plymouth

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

Weekend with Friends

We celebrated our friendship this year with a weekend stay at this classic lake house. Our time was filled with walks on the beach, needlepoint, college football on TV, wine and sunsets on the deck, and playing cards until 1:00 A.M. Good times with great friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

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

Beautiful

Our second time staying here. Clean, can walk to town and the private beach is perfect. Our family had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela J., Kalamazoo, Michigan USA

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

Serenity & Views

This was our 2nd time at Cynthia’s home and it was lovely once again. It has a wonderful floor plan, panoramic views of Lake Michigan, everything you need. We brought our bikes and enjoyed morning rides around town and to both public beaches. A wonderful place. 💫
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T., River Forest, IL

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

Beautiful views

We had a lovely stay at this home! The house is very clean and comfortable, and the views and access to the beach are great. The house has everything you would need. The primary bedroom with the queen bed is up a different flight of stairs than the other two upstairs bedrooms, so families with kids who will need them in the middle of the night may want to consider this. The stairs in the old part of the house are a bit windy and tricky, but the first floor bedroom and the primary with the queen upstairs are easy to get to. Overall, I would recommend this house, and I hope to stay here again one day!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Wonderful, very clean, beach right out back door, rooms with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. aweso

Awesome experience! Beautiful home in wonderful neighborhood close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H., Palos Park, USA

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

Beautiful View!

A great home with a marvelous view and access to the beach was steps away!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla G.

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

Fun Family Weekend

We spent a long weekend at this home with our two young boys. We loved it. The house itself is charming – the perfect blend of modern comforts and historical character. It is also well stocked with an abundance of beach toys, beach chairs, towels, dishes, pots, etc. The views are amazing. We loved being able to walk a few steps down to the beach each day. Every morning, we had our coffee on the deck while listening to the waves – so relaxing. Our entire family had a great time and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

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

Great Vacation

Beautiful, comfortable beach house! Everything was spotless and well stocked. We watched sunsets every night from outside deck and inside living room. It was perfect to have our own private beach and the walk to town is about 20-30 minutes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Ultimate Relaxation

This was just an amazing property - very peaceful and quiet but a very close drive or walk to town. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karissa H.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a lovely weekend away! The house was perfect and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mollie S., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family vacation

We had a wonderful time staying in South Haven. The house was beautiful and full of character. The sunset views over the lake were spectacular! We will certainly be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Amazing property!

We had a great stay in South Haven! Really nice house with lots of charm and character. We loved the views from the porch and living room. Being able to walk right on to the beach was amazing. Great location and very close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Great girls weekend!

We loved this place and had a wonderful time. Cynthia was extremely helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela J., Kalamazoo, Michigan USA

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

South Heaven

Fabulous location with panoramic views of Lake Michigan and short 30+ steps to sand! Impressive on-point historic cottage updated and period reflection perfection!! It felt like “home”. Fully stocked kitchen with all essentials and extremely comfortable beds. Absolutely wonderful and great for morning beach walks to the pier or into town. 💛
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

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

Book club field trip

Seven of us drove over from Chicago and had the best time. It was so nice to stay right on the water with our own private beach. Even though the weather did not always cooperate, we were able to make the best of it with the multiple outdoor areas (both covered and uncovered) in which to sit. Very conducive to groups as all of the bedrooms are fairly separate. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Beachwalk Properties

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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!

Please note VRBO's "Booking Team" does not have first hand knowledge of our homes and we cannot take responsibility for misinformation given to you by their team. Please verify information received from their team with our staff prior to booking online.

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