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Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach

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Living area
Living area
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Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12224.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach

Appy Place

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Named for the two apple trees in the yard and the warm feelings the house evokes, Appy Place is a true all seasons midwestern paradise, a vacation sanctuary, on the shores of Lake Michigan. Enjoy a quick stroll down the road to a sandy private community beach and beautiful spaces to gather both inside and out.

This four-bedroom home is ideally situated in the private beach gated community of Glenn Haven Shores between the charming beach towns of South Haven, and Saugatuck and Douglas, on a landscaped piece of property lined with evergreens. When you're not lounging on the sand down Beach Drive, you'll be perfectly placed to explore area vineyards, hike the Saugatuck Dunes, bike the Kal-Haven and Van Buren Trails, go blueberry picking, and catch spectacular nightly sunsets.

In the sparkling summer months, make yourself at home in the expansive yard by picking delicious apples, napping in the hammock, lulling yourself into a state of zen while mildly swinging on the bench swing or rocking on the front porch glider bench, and watching your kids climb the play structure. Sit down for barbecue dinners in the shade of the umbrella, linger on the screened porch with coffee and dessert, and use the provided bundle of wood to roast marshmallows around the outdoor firepit.

In the vibrantly colorful fall months, feel free to pick an apple or two from the oversized apple tree in the front yard. The apple trees are naturally growing with no help from humans and produce tasty apples but finding edible ones is a bit of a scavenger hunt (and eating the apples is at your own risk – please first inspect, wash and cut open thoroughly) as they provide nourishment to little critters as well as deer who can stretch their necks high enough to grab a taste of sweetness. Best to head over to Crane’s for plentiful apple picking and eating in the crispness of the fall air!

In the bright white winter months, enjoy the coziness of Appy Place by sipping hot cocoa around the fire pit or nestling up to the electric fireplace and binge-watching shows on streaming TVs after an invigorating day of skiing or tubing at one of the nearby ski resorts. And remember … just as Appy Place is an all seasons home, so is the sunset at Sunset Park, only a few minute walk down to the end of the street (or head to the private beach for a lower view of South Haven’s spectacular sunsets).

The elegant interior is open, polished, and full of light, with large windows and lovely wainscoting throughout. Prepare meals with ease in an airy kitchen with double ovens, a gas range, a wine fridge, and other stainless steel appliances, and sit down to eat at the island breakfast bar, in the dining room, or outside on the deck. In the evenings, light the electric fireplace and stream a movie or two in the living room, or head upstairs to play foosball in the loft. Other bonus features include TVs in three of the four bedrooms (two of the bedroom TVs are smart TVs, and the third small TV is solely a DVD player), central AC and heat, and a private washer/dryer.

THINGS TO KNOW
Smoking is strictly prohibited.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Security cameras positioned outside front door and back patio for safety. Tampering with cameras will result in immediate eviction.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

South Haven

South Haven is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. 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 - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
  • South Beach - 14 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Blondes Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Captain Lou's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waypost Brewing Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cogdal Vineyards - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪PK's Lighthouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Appy Place with beautiful yard, apple trees, & firepit - walk to private beach located?

Located in South Haven, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Michigan Maritime Museum and North Beach. Kal Haven Trail and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Beautiful Respite in South Haven

This home is GORGEOUS and has an ideal layout for multi generational families visiting together. Grandparents can have their own King sized bedroom retreat on first floor and Parents/ kids on second floor. The deck and deck furniture is “decked out” with beautiful furniture and the yard is a glorious space to run around with the kids. The kitchen is massive and a beautiful space to cook all the farm fresh food you can pick up nearby. Beautiful sunsets down the street and a magical (but steep) path to the beach. Close enough to town to get the city vibe. Far enough to just enjoy your family away from all the busy-ness. Highly recommend- we will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Brianna R.

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

Paradise by a beach!

We absolutely adored this property. We’ve been to Michigan for the past few year now for vacation and this was definitely our favorite place. We were able to enjoy the beach access, travel into downtown South Haven, visit local trails, and head back to a beautiful place to relax and sleep. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary H.

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

Great vacation

We loved our stay here. The house easily accommodated 7 adults and we loved all the well appointed outdoor spaces. We were close to Saugatuck and South Haven, but the best feature was the private beach we could walk to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Appy Place is a Happy Place!!

We loved the house! It had everything we needed. It’s in a perfect location proximate to South Haven and other towns. The sunsets at Sunset Park are so beautiful!! Even better to go to the private beach and watch the sunset and we were lucky enough to watch all different fireworks from the beach for the 4th of July!! There’s blueberry picking, vineyards and brewery’s close by. Also check out the sand dunes ride!! We will be back!!
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10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Appy Place is a Happy Place!!

We loved the house! It had everything we needed. It’s in a perfect location proximate to South Haven and other towns. The sunsets at Sunset Park are so beautiful!! Even better to go to the private beach and watch the sunset and we were lucky enough to watch all different fireworks from the beach for the 4th of July!! There’s blueberry picking, vineyards and brewery’s close by. Also check out the sand dunes ride!! We will be back!!
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10/10 Excellent

Maxine B.

Perfect place to relax

As a first time visitor to Michigan I am so pleased with my choice of accommodation at Appy place. The central location in close proximity to the delightful towns of South Haven and Saugatuck made it so easy to explore the area and we especially loved the exclusiveness of the house being part of a gated estate. The sun drenched porch in the beautiful leafy garden was my happy place to relax in the morning and in the evenings we took a short walk to watch the spectacular sunset over Lake Michigan . We had family time at the beautiful private beach on Lake Michigan, with use of the beach limited to only the gated estate residents. The spacious and spotlessly clean house was everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. The hosts *** and **** have a list of perfect activities. I’ll definitely come back to Appy Place. Ps the name Appy is derived from the two apple trees on the property - it’s a perfect play on words because I felt so happy there.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing home!

We loved staying at Appy Place. The house is gorgeous and we love the location as it has access to South Haven and Saugatuck. We also loved that they home has things for the kids to do that get them off of their tablets such as foosball. We look forward to staying here every year.
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10/10 Excellent

Regina G.

AMAZING HOUSE

This house was incredible! I give it 10 stars! Peaceful, great location, a true Michigan sanctuary. A great place with an awesome backyard and beautiful indoor space. Great place for both kids and adults and close to the lake. The owner is amazing to deal with and super nice. You cannot go wrong with this rental. I highly recommend it at anytime if the year. We happen to have a great fall getaway! The best! Go and enjoy!

About the host

Hosted by Vacasa of Michigan

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