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4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!

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Facing the building, The Oakland South is on the right, and shared patio on left
A 3 min walk straight down Avery St to North Beach- no stairs, no stress!
Everything you need to prepare and serve meals for everyone. Service for 12+ ppl
Gather round the quartz island featuring undermount microwave and seats for 3
Gather round the quartz island featuring undermount microwave and seats for 3

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1st floor Queen Room - Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Queen Room - Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Additional Sleep Options

1 Single Futon, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bunk Room - Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom - Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

1st floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

2nd floor Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

En Suite Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!

Book one our few remaining spring holidays and summer weeks before they are gone!

Now through mid-June availability varies. Book online or message for details!

-Sunday May 18 - Friday May 23
- Sunday June 15 - Friday June 20
- Tuesday August 19 - Thursday August 21
- Sunday August 24 and on…
- Easter (4/20), Cinco de Mayo (5/5), Mother’s Day (5/11), Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends are still available! Please message if unable to book online.
- Open starting September 2 on at 50% off nightly rates with only 2 nights minimum

We typically rent Saturday through Saturday or Sunday through Sunday. If your exact check-in or -out date is not listed, let us know...sometimes we can make adjustments!

If the dates you are interested in are shown as unavailable on our VRBO calendar, we may still be able to accommodate you. Just ask!

Private parking, lots of space, all updated inside- and just steps from North Beach!

About The Oakland South…
This historic vacation rental sits 1 block from gorgeous North Beach and its family friendly playground & concessions. Located in historic Monroe Park, our place boasts four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, loads of living space, lake views to the west and a beautifully appointed kitchen with marina views to the east. Sit on the front patio and enjoy people watching and sunsets on the lake. Grill on the private deck, play yard games on a soft green lawn, and watch boats pass by from the back yard.

Beds & Baths
- 4 bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queens, 4 twins (set up as 2 bunk beds)
- pack-n-play available
- 3 full bathrooms: all showers have privacy glass, en-suite master bath, first floor bathroom adjacent to queen bedroom, and shared hall bathroom has dual sinks and shower-tub combo
-Twin daybed on landing

The entire home and private deck are yours to enjoy. The front & back lawns and the front patio are common areas shared with our neighbors and their guests at the Oakland North. There are two dedicated off-street parking spaces for this unit.

Year Round Special Events
September 6 - 9 *Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Fest; South Haven Farm Market open through mid-October
September 13 - 14 *South Haven Jazz Fest; South Haven Farm Market open through mid-October
Thanksgiving Weekend is Holiday in the Park...Enjoy holiday lights, a visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, s'mores at the warming center, ice skating, a festive pup parade and more to kick up the season
New Year's Eve Beach Ball with DJ, dancing and fireworks...loads of (free!) fun leading up to midnight
The Ice Breaker - First Weekend of February! - heats up downtown with it's annual Snowsuit Fashion Show, outdoor ice sculpting, chili cook-off, cardboard sled racing, frozen fish fling, fire-pits for s'mores, Pub Slide, horse-drawn wagon rides, ice skating and live entertainment all weekend.

Link to Events:
https://www.southhaven.org/events-home

Property manager

Stephanie and Dave
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Park in designated spots. Add’l cars must park on street, at own risk. No parking directly in front of unit (per City).
Do not block shared driveway or neighbors’ entries/exits for any reason, at any time.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park. 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

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • South Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a river, within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Weekend getaway

Had the best weekend getaway with the girls. This house had everything we need to make the best birthday ever. The beach was super close and even though it was too cold to enjoy, looking out the front window at the beautiful sunset made us feel like it was a beach weekend. House was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie L.

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

Everything and more

A beautiful home with every convenience that was both comfortable and luxurious all within walking distance to the beach. Would highly recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcie D.

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

Perfect place by the beach

We loved staying here. The beds were so comfortable, the kitchen was fully stocked and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. This is a perfect place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella C.

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

Family Time

It was a wonderful location, close to everything and yet quiet. We had plenty of room for our 5 adults and two children. We loved how easy it was to get to the beach and appreciated the beach chairs and sand toys. The kitchen had what we needed to cook and loved having a grill and large deck with a table.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

missy d.

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

Perfect vacation!

We had a wonderful stay and a beautiful property. Very close to the beach and downtown. Wonderful amenities and beautifully updated house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous!

The property was laid out beautifully with the bedroom and a full bath on the main floor for my elderly mother and the upstairs accommodations were beautiful and fit our family well. The kitchen was gorgeous and roomy, and the gathering spaces around the extra large dining table and the sectional was perfect for everyone. we will definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Summer Family Beach Week

Great location to enjoy North Beach and beautiful Lake Michigan sunsets. Very charming home, comfortable and well appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

LOVED the short walk to the beach!!

Great location, very close to North Beach. Loved that there was parking for two cars in the lot outback. The gas grill was nice for cooking out and the kitchen was great and fully stocked for making meals. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elia T.

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

Family Vacation and Birthday Celebration

What a perfect place to get our family together and celebrate our parent's 70th birthdays! The house was PERFECT! Wonderful location, and had everything we could possibly need. Grandparents, kids and grandkids all had a wonderful time. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

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

Short walk to North Beach

This home is absolutely beautiful, even better than the pictures! Home had been recently remodeled. The decor is fresh and cozy. No expense was spared. Bedding was luxurious. House was very well supplied with everything we needed from beach chairs to zip lock bags. Our group of nine adults had plenty of space for sleeping or just lounging around watching TV. The large farm house table fit our group comfortably plus there was another big table on the afternoon-shaded back deck. The 1 block walk to the beach was very convenient! We will definitely rent this wonderful home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

Best vacation!

After family vacations to FL and SC we decided to try South Haven MI. We absolutely loved it! Our house was perfect and a great location, just 1 block from the beach. We were able to walk everywhere and really enjoyed the cooler temps and beautiful beach! The Oakland house was well equipped and the owner was very responsive to our questions and requests. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

South Haven

Loved our stay! Great location. Would have loved to have an outdoor fire pit (wood or gas) regardless had a great time. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie T.

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

Wonderful!

We had an amazing stay. It is located so close to everything. Right near the beach and close to the downtown. The place was so clean and had everything you could need. The owners were quick to respond to a question I had and were super friendly. Would definitely like to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Paradise

The house was beautiful and in the perfect location. Can’t wait to stay here again. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Family gathering

The house and location was perfect. The beach was 2 blocks walking distance and town about 6 blocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect in every way!

Great stay that exceeded our expectations in every way! Location was great, short walk to beach that was easily made multiple times each day, close to playground, ice cream snack shop, bundes bakery, and even a back up ice cream shop after the beach one closed was easily walked by our kids ranging from 3-14. (Ice cream is a priority!) Great family beach that wasn’t crowded even during peak week. The house was pristine, like new inside, and was stocked with everything - EVERYTHING! Toys, books, everything you could need for the beach including life vests which we forgot! Cot was clutch for our family sleeping arrangements and easily set up with sheets easily found. Dining table fit all 10 of us! Quiet area in the evenings. Parking was steps from back door. Communications were clear and concise and hosts exceptionally accommodating. Will definitely be first in the list when looking to go back to South Haven!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Great Location

House was very clean and location was great. 5 minute walk to the beach. Views of both north beach and the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Beach Vacation

The house is outstanding, very well stocked and clean. Great location very short walk to the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed it and plan to come back to it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

The Oakland South is beautiful (all new and very well decorated), spacious and comfortable. It is also very clean and welcoming! We made good use of the outdoor areas and loved being so close to North Beach for daytime fun and amazing evening sunsets. The home met the needs of our family - 8 adults and a baby - very well. We will always cherish the memories of our vacation here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

Awesome Kid Friendly Rental!

Absolutely LOVED this VRBO. Very kid friendly which was nice as we were traveling with 3 2 years and a 6 year old between 3 families. The walk to the beach was super easy and the view from the front porch is great, can even catch of glimpse of the sunset. Would def stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess F.

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

Great stay

We had a great day! Everything was better than expected. Great communication, perfect location. Everything was clean and new :-)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise B.

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

Great Stay Close to The Beach

Loved staying at this VRBO on North Beach! We had a wonderful vacation. The proximity to the water was perfect, loved all the details of the house and rooms, and our family had an amazing time. Will definitely come back to stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

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

Long Weekend

Great stay. The Oakland South had everything we needed for a cozy long weekend with the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess F.

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

Fun Family Getaway!

Our group of 4 adults and 6 kids stayed at the Oakland South for South Haven’s winter festival and had the best weekend! The house is roomy, cozy, clean, and beautiful. We bundled up and walked about 15 minutes into town for the Icebreaker and its events. The location was perfect for getting to the lake or walking into town. We will definitely be back when it’s warm!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

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

Perfect Winter Getaway!

Our stay at the Oakland South couldn’t have been lovelier! Some girlfriends and I took advantage of the 3-day weekend and took the kids to South Haven. The Oakland had space for everyone, a clean & well-stocked kitchen, and lots of games and books for all ages. Even though it was chilly, we took some lovely walks by the lake and past the marina. The downtown is adorable! We went ice skating under the pavilion in town, had a delicious dinner, then hit up the candy store for treats after. We will definitely be returning when it’s warmer! The location is just awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie and Dave

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Why they chose this property

This home has it all: access to everything, room to spare, and historic charm, just a frisbee toss from the beach!!

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! Historic charm. Quick stair-free walk to North Beach on Lake Michigan. Walk to local playgrounds, coffee & sandwich shops, ice cream shop, and surf rentals. Ample indoor and outdoor living spaces, plus lake & marina views.

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