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Crimson Sun, Where the Sidewalk Ends!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Overlook South Haven Harbor steps from South Beach and Downtown

Our home overlooks the Black River steps away from downtown South Haven and a 7 minute stroll along the Riverwalk to South Beach and the South Haven Lighthouse.
The first level of our home is barrier-free accessible and beach cottage decorated with all of the amenities you need for a relaxing beach holiday with the convenience of South Haven’s shops and restaurants literally around the corner.

We offer barrier-free access to:

2 bedrooms, 1 queen and 1 with twin beds, and 1 full bath
Full kitchen with all necessary preparation utensils, dinnerware and outdoor grill
All linens and towels are provided. Just bring your favorite beach towel!
Free WiFi, Cable TV and DVD Player
Large, screened front porch for dining, relaxing and viewing the boats in South Haven’s active harbor
Off-Street parking.
We’re ideally suited for a small family of 4 or 4 adults willing to share.

South Haven becomes a winter wonderland typically beginning over the holiday season. Cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating and sledding are some of the nearby activities, particularly during Ice Breaker Fest in February!

In season, generally from Memorial to Labor Day weekends, we prefer weekly rentals, beginning Friday or Saturday, at 15% off of our daily rate for 7 days or more.
Daily rates of (2 day minimum) may be available on request. Please call for availability if the calendar is uncooperative:).
Off season, generally September 15 - May 15, rates are discounted 30-50%.
Check in is after 3:00pm and check out is by 11:00am.
All fees (cleaning, etc.) are included in the weekly rate.
***VRBO may add a booking fee to your reservation.

Property manager

John & Sally DeCardy
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
Coin Laundry is located a short drive across town. Our personal laundry can be available on request for “emergency” use.

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 a river. 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 skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • North Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Overlook South Haven Harbor steps from South Beach and Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Overlook South Haven Harbor steps from South Beach and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Overlook South Haven Harbor steps from South Beach and Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Overlook South Haven Harbor steps from South Beach and Downtown located?

Located in the heart of South Haven, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Warner Vineyards and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and South Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 176 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Had a great stay property was just as described. Very pretty and very clean. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place to stay
We always enjoy our stay here when we come in the Fall. The place is perfect for me and my wife. The hosts are amazing. Highly recommended! We will be returning next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend
Beautiful home in a great location. Close to the beach on a quiet street. Communication with host was very helpful. Easy check in. Fresh flowers in the unit and coffee were a nice touch. Beautiful garden and nice screened porch. Hope to visit again. Great weekend with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute apartment!
The perfect size and accommodations for our group of 4. We loved and enjoyed sitting out on the screened in porch over looking the Black River. If you ever stay here, make sure you check out their impressive flower garden. My only request would be to have more comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
First, I want to compliment the host (John) who was very nice and great with communication before and during the whole trip. Second- the location was fantastic. It was the last house on a dead end right be the lake. I loved sitting on the covered porch swing and watching the boats. We could walk downtown (a couple blocks) or walk down to the Riverfront walk. Watching the beautiful sunset was a bonus. We ate dinner and shopped or just walked around South Haven. That town is hopping. We had to wait to get in restaurants. We also took a short drive to Saugantuck which was a beautiful artsy/charming town. We walked along the waterway, as well as ate there. Not sure why I waited so long to visit that area. It quickly become a favorite. Enjoy your trip if you go! Linda
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
This apartment was perfect for our needs. Close to town and in a very quaint neighborhood. We had everything we needed . We also had access to beach chairs umbrellas coolers and anything we needed for beach days! Only slight complaint was the mattress on the queen bed but not a deal breaker. Had a wonderful time here drinking our coffee on the porch overlooking the harbor
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
This is our second stay at crimson sun and we love it! The perfect location to walk into town or to the beach, quiet at night and the best hosts. The home is always clean and comfortable. Check in is super easy and the gardens around the home are perfect for pictures!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place in convenient location to town/harbor/beach
Very nice place with attentive host at a great location in lovely neighborhood that is short walk to cute town and harbor/beach area with lots of shops and restaurants. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great South Haven Location
Beautiful and comfortable property with perfect location very close to town and South Beach on quiet street. Property has everything you need for a peaceful beach vacation. Loved the screened in porch with outside dining and view of boats.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
We recently stayed at this lovely home with our two young children, aged four and six, and had a wonderful experience. The house was perfect for our family. It was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hosts went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable—they provided clean towels, beach toys, and even activities to keep the kids entertained. The garden was beautiful and added to the charm of the place. The hosts were incredibly kind, friendly, and accommodating, making us feel right at home. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm and welcoming stay. We would definitely come back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This is the place to stay for a small group in South Haven. Fabulous location- near beach and shopping. Lovely accommodations, and super friendly hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week!
We loved our week in South Haven! The house was exactly as pictured and described. It was a perfect location for walking to the beach and to downtown. John, Sally and Dan were so kind and helpful throughout the entire week. Our children loved exploring their beautiful garden. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
We had an amazing two night stay here while I was in town for a HDPE event at Gingerman Raceway. The drive was less than 12 minutes to Gingerman and within walking distance of everything downtown South Haven including the beach. Terrific location, clean, and well maintained. Lovely garden as well. I also drive a lowered car and it was able to clear the driveway entry, just barely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Our Girls’ Trip!
The location was absolutely fantastic and our hosts were so amazing. They brought us fresh cut flowers from their beautiful garden, made sure we were set and then left us alone. Easy keypad check-in, comfortable and clean space, and walking distance to everything we wanted to do in SoHa! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overlook South Haven Harbor
Nice property with a beautiful sprawling garden throughout the yard. It's a bit cramped inside, but you want to get out to the beach anyway! We were given a fresh bunch of flowers, which was nice. Communication with the owners was good, and we received good restaurant suggestions. The ceiling is not the most soundproof, and it's quite easy to hear walking from the upstairs where the owners stay. Some were pretty late at night. But I have very sensitive hearing, so it may not be an issue for most people. And I wouldn't consider the noise excessive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best of South Haven
After a wonderful stay last year, my husband and I returned for another lovely weekend in this beautifully appointed home away from home. You'll get a good night's sleep in the comfortable bedrooms and the kitchen is well stocked with cooking supplies. It is a special place, conveniently located for walking downtown or to the lake and with great views of the river from the comfort of the screened porch. We looked forward to our stay and hope to make it an annual visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic mothers Day!
Spent a long weekend in South Haven with my husband and kids. The lake house was perfect. Super clean and very comfortable. Loved the view from the porch and the garden. Kitchen has everything we needed, especially appreciated the tea and coffee! The beach, shops, and restaurants were just a short walk to town. Food options were great. Enjoyed the farmers market, ice cream, and Italian restaurants. Our favorite memory was flying kites on the beach. Loved this trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crimson Sun
Loved this place, absolutely beautiful and the description is perfect. We enjoyed the view and the garden is just gorgeous and well taken care of. The accommodation was great and had everything you could possibly need. Truly hope to go back again !!!! Can’t say enough good things about our stay and the lovely town as well as our hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great people, Amazing location
Perfect setup, a nice queen and two twin beds. Excellent view onto the harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Had a wonderful couple of days in South Haven celebrating my sister’s birthday. Beautiful house with pristine yard. The location was near shop’s & lighthouse…easy & pretty walk! We’ll definitely be back to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view
Great view from enclosed front porch and a short walk to downtown. Rental management very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Great little place, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No detail missed!
The host was accommodating. The property was a lovely setting. Water view neighborhood garden front porch. Attention to detail including organic coffee & good pillows! Would stay again coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kori D., Brownsburg, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Home
We loved this property. Close to town and walking distance to everything you need! Hosts were very nice, check in was easy, views were amazing and house was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by John & Sally DeCardy

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Owners Sally and John have lived or vacationed in Southwest Michigan for over 50 years. Crimson Sun became our permanent home in 2012, though we purchased the property in 2001, since John retired from a lifelong career with a global management and technology services company. Sally is an artist who enjoys depicting local scenes and activity wherever they happen to be in the world. Her creativity is fascinating and on display in our home and wherever else we have lived.
We enjoy travel having lived in Illinois, North Carolina, Washington state, Melbourne Australia and southwest Michigan. In addition, we've been fortunate to have visited every State in the USA, Canada, Mexico, much of Europe (Italy has been a favourite destination), the UK, Iceland, Ethiopia, Turkey, Greece, Nepal, India, most of Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysian Borneo. We love the outdoors, natural flora and fauna including a passion for our natural environment. We completely rebuilt our home re-using or recycling everything possible dumpster-free. And, we're currently working to further improve our energy consumption and return our surrounding landscape to an indigenous and maintenance-free environment.

We enjoy meeting people from all walks of life, love to discuss any of our interests and most importantly, truly enjoy hearing the life stories of others. At the same time, we fully respect your desire to be "on holiday" with a break from other people. So, our goal is to help you achieve whatever you intend by visiting our part of the world.
Happy and safe travels!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location!
A lovely view and garden close to the river, beach and downtown.

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English

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