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Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!

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Exterior
Living room
Dining
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Living area
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
South Haven, MI
  • Popular LocationSouth Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMichigan Maritime Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationKal Haven Trail4 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!

The location doesn't get much better than this! Just a block and a half walk to South Haven's famed South Beach and Lighthouse. Located in the heart of town, this recently remodeled home is easily walkable to Downtown, the Riverwalk, and most importantly the Beach!

House has been completely updated and furnished this year. Features include a large 3 season porch, central air, stainless steel appliances, a large, fenced in back yard, and views of Big Blue from the yard! Has a large driveway for ample parking. Sleeps 8: A sets of bunks and twin bed in one room (3), a twin/full bunk set in the second room (3), and a queen in the master (2). Perfect for families, couples, or friends, to enjoy a week of making great new memories at one of the best lake towns in the country!

Property manager

Ben Gowell
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre. South Haven Lighthouse and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warner Vineyards and Kal Haven Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 6 min walk
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min walk
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 15 min walk
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive
  • North Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clementines - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!! located?

Located in the centre of South Haven, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of South Beach and Warner Vineyards. Lake Michigan is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Terrific location and stay. Host was awesome and very good on communication.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
We loved staying at this cottage. Location is wonderful and the communication with the host was great!! We will come back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Great Location Very Walkable
Everything was as described. Lovely, tree-lined shady neighborhood to walk through and see all the lovely, well-kept homes and gardens. I do wish there had been a way to directly access the front porch as that was THE shady, people-watching, outdoor spot we wanted to sit at to enjoy our morning coffee and take-out lunches. Because the front door is locked, you have to walk out the garage and around the house to sit at the front porch. The backyard is visually a little barren and the picnic table was too sunny to eat at for most of the day with no shade. We did not use the yard at all. Owner was kind to text me to let us know that we could check in an hour earlier. This was greatly appreciated. Yes, I would stay here again if we return to South Haven!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Get Away
This house is in a great location just a few blocks to the beach and a few blocks to downtown. The sunroom was a great place to hangout. We loved our stay and we have already booked our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Cute cottage within walking distance to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to the beach
Great stay a few minutes walk to South Beach. Place had everything our family of 4 needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely place to stay. We have stayed for several years. Can't beat the location, short walk to the beach and downtown. Owner is quick to respond and wonderful to communicate with. Can't wait until next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Our family enjoyed a great week at the Best Coast Cottage! The location was great - an easy walk to the beach or into town. The owners were communicative and a pleasure to work with. Although the house is older it is charming and comfortable and we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
I booked this property for a vacation with friends and it was amazing! Ben is very quick at responding & is very helpful and understanding. The house is only a 4 minute walk to the beach and just a little longer to all of the restaurants and shops. Highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
The house was nicer then I was expecting. It was very clean. I will be trying to book this place again for my next trip. Communication with the property manager was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We were in town for a family wedding. This location was perfect. Close to beach and walking distance to downtown. Layout was great for us and enjoyed the 3 seasons room. Thx for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home
This house was a great place to stay. The location can’t be beat and the house had a great layout and lovely screened porch. The owners were helpful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Donald N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location, and walking distance to downtown with lots to do.
Interior doors (bathrooms and bedrooms) need attention, they stick and are hard to open and close.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Marene V., Hudsonville, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything's on One Level
It was a great location for us (old) girls to gather. Most of us are members of the American Legion which was just one block up and is an awesome place to watch the sunset. We liked being on one level. The kitchen was small and needed more serving/mixing bowls as gourmet food is always something we look forward to cooking. The ice maker was not working, so we had to supply our own ice. Our favorite room we called "The Fish Bowl" which was an open room with many windows, a huge table with chairs where we gathered every morning and night. Curtains or shades would have given us some privacy, it is a very busy street corner for foot and car/truck traffic., plus there are two houses under construction and they start early! .We made due with one shower thanks to a large water heater. We didn't use the TV. The firepit and the grill are located in the far corner of the fenced in back yard, so we didn't use them either. Ben was super helpful and communicated with us by text. We had a nice place to stay for our annual getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
We have stayed multiple times and always have a great experience. Ben is wonderful to communicate with and look forward to coming back every year. Location can't be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach getaway!
We had a great time here! Close walk to the beach was super nice and not too far from town! Hosts are very responsive and considerate!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celeste S., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to enjoy the beach and downtown amenities!
We stayed here with our two daughters and their families. This is The second time we’ve been in this house. We love this house and its location. You will not be disappointed. Ben and his family are gracious hosts!! Thank You Ben!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Perfect for families with small kids. Close to the beach, town and playgrounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
Thank you Ben and Jen for another great stay! This is the 3rd time we've stayed at this house and we've loved each time. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Location
I would give the location of this property 10 stars if I could. It’s a 5-minute walk to South Beach (and that’s with 4 young kids in tow). Very clean and met our needs perfectly. Loved having that second half-bath/laundry room. Ben and Jen were great hosts. My only regret is that our week in August 2022 is already booked so we can’t go back to the Best Coast Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cottage
We just got back from a week stay and everything was perfect! The house was clean and tiny upon arrival. You can walk one direction to the beach and the other downtown. Really can’t beat the location! They had a wagon we could use to pull beach stuff down to the beach as well. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!!
You cannot beat this location to the beach. Just a short walk and you are there. It is charming inside and out. The fenced in backyard is great too. This cottage was everything our family needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
My family with three kids under age 10 stayed here. It was a perfect location and house for our stay. I loved how close we were to the beach and downtown. No issues at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Wonderful home. Short walk to downtown or beach. House is well maintained. We have stayed here several times, and thoroughly enjoy it! Never have had am issue. Owner is great and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Coast Cottage
Nice house and a great location. Close enough to walk to the beach, downtown, and the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ben Gowell

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Husband and father of two great kids! I am a professional musician and producer. I grew up in Michigan, going to South Haven every Summer with my family. So many great memories made here. I think this great town and it's beaches make up one of the best 'hidden gem' locations in the country!

Why they chose this property

The location is ideal! You can easily walk to the beach, the harborwalk, or downtown in less than 5 minutes any direction. The house is a craftsman style on a corner lot, all recently updated. Makes it easy to relax in a very clean, modern home that still has a lot of charm without worrying for a second about any 'issues' the place may have. For a vacation spot, it's tough to beat!

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