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Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI

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View of the private beach and decks from back yard.
Lake Michigan shoreline in SW Michigan - best fresh water beach in the U.S.
View of the beach looking north...
View of the bluff from back yard.
Street view - front of the house.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI

Our Lake Michigan beach home is located in the classic Great Lakes harbor town of South Haven, Michigan. The South Haven area is known for its wide sandy beaches; world-class golf courses; several local vineyards and breweries; outstanding restaurants; big-lake fishing; unlimited boating and sailing; groomed hiking and biking trails; beautiful parks; delightful shopping districts; and other nearby quaint resort towns.

Our home is 100 from the beach bluff - then there about 26 steps down to the privaMNte beach. We share the 120' private beach with 10 other cottages in a small association. The house has a large attached outdoor deck, as well as an indoor porch with lake views. Additionally, there are 2 decks overlooking the beach which are shared with the association.

Property manager

Jack Lewis
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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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: 26
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
1. No unregistered guests allowed inside the house, outside on the property, or on the beach at any time.
2. No parties or events allowed - 2 cars maximum.
3. No overnight guests allowed.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is on the beach. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 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 - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan - Private Beach Home In lovely South Haven, MI located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Haven holiday home is 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Outstanding
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary D W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
This house was perfect for our family - very clean, lots of space, and perfect location. We'd definitely book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
S Haven Beach House
Lovely home with beautiful views of Lake Michigan and accessible beach. Great trip w family and conveniently located for son (Chicago) and grandson (Milwaukee). Ten home community of wonderful friendly folks w shared beach. Weather was perfect, sailed the 1800’s replica tall merchant ship, enjoyed Mama’s TJM BBQ!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation home
Sleeps 8, great location and setting! Close to everything! Nice deck and yard to play in! Great communication with owner if needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Time South Haven Vacation
We were thrilled to land a home that not only was walkable to the beach, it had a stretch of private beach! Everything was amazing--from the weather, beach, downtown, dining. The home was well maintained, clean and comfortable. The neighbors (the home is part of an 11-home association) were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake view
Great location! Was great to have private parking places as well. Had a great and relaxing stay!! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place with great views!
We have a fabulous time! The lake view is unbelievable and Jack was very responsive to all messages. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marcine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This property is in a great location, you can see and go down to Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable view
Had a wonderful time here. Plenty of room for four old ladies, a gorgeous view of the lake, quiet beach, and ample nearby shopping and restaurants. If you like to walk, downtown is just a tad over a mile away. Host and neighbors were friendly. Very nice area.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Our family had a wonderful reunion at this beautiful property. Comfortable cottage with great views and lake access. The owner was extremely responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxer
Great relaxing vacation. View of the lake was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach bound
Loved the views, house was great .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip
Our family (2 young children, my husband and I, and my Mother-in-Law) had an amazing week in this home. It was the perfect place for us and the neighbors are incredible. Access to the beach is super easy and even though it is a private beach you are not alone which is great. We had everything we needed and Jack was so easy to communicate with. We didn't need anything during our stay but I knew he was just a text away if we did. Traveling with kids is not always the easiest but being here felt like a home away from home. We hope we can come back next year but if not we will defintely try to come back as soon as we can get it booked. Whatever kind of trip you need this is a place to rest, relax and enjoy beautiful South Haven. Seriously, I can't rave about how much we loved it enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great experience
This was our 4th stay and it is a great family home in the perfect location. Host is very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation
The property location with easy access to the private beach was amazing. Jack is a wonderfully attentive host and all our young family needs were more than met. We had the best Lake Michigan summer vacation yet. The north side beaches are more chill so if that’s what you’re looking for, this place is hard to beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mixed business with pleasure
I was in town for some business and had a family gathering as well. Had a little confusion at check in but owner Jack resolved issue immediately and the rest of the stay was perfect. Thanks Jack.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place quiet and great view of the lake.
We had a wonderful relaxing time 😊
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home
This home is even better than the pictures. It is very clean and has had updated floors, paint and furniture. The view was beautiful!! The host was very communicative and provided entry instructions well in advance. I highly recommend this rental!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful beach
This was a really spacious home with a great layout. We communicated a lot with the owners who were incredibly responsive. Overall we had a fantastic trip. The beach was beautiful and the grounds are very well maintained. Something to note about this property is that it’s a shared association and your front porch faces 8 other homes with a large shared yard. I didn’t initially pick up on that via the pictures although it’s in the description. The pictures make it seem more secluded than it actually is. This wasn’t a problem overall for us, just something to make note of if you’re looking for more privacy. Again, we had a great stay and we were close enough to walk to the pier and downtown and the coffee shop down the road, not to mention being so close to Meijer. I’d highly recommend the rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and value
No problems, attentive host. Excellent location with large sandy perfect beach. The house is very roomy and there is a nice deck and porch
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay on the lake
Super cute community, beautiful sunset views, book this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Haven Perfection
We loved everything about our stay in South Haven on Lake Michigan. Best location. Roomy home. Everything we needed was there and more.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!
From the large deck, suitable for dining and lounging or the spacious kitchen or the family room - the direct view of Lake Michigan and the private beach area can’t be beat. Roomy house is clean and functional for a full family. Host is extremely responsive and generous with furnishing ample good quality towels and even toiletries. We come back with kids and grandkids year after year and think of it as our vacation house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Marcy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location was good but if adults not comfortable.
The location is good. Since we were indoors in november with 4 adults we found the seating very uncomfortable and the lighting in the sitting area very poor for reading. I would not stay here again because of this. Also the mattresses upstairs are thin foam and not good for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jack Lewis

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Languages:

English, Spanish

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