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Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10173 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Southside Municipal Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the area

South Haven

South Side stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this South Side vacation home, you'll find Southside Municipal Marina and South Beach. Lake Michigan and Warner Vineyards are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Southside Municipal Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town

South Beach | 4 Bedrooms/3 Baths | Two Blocks to Beach and Downtown


This recently renovated two-story, 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers family and friends a great vacation getaway. It's located at the center of the best parts of South Haven: Just 2 blocks to South Beach, 3 blocks to town and a short walk to Kids Corner Park. The Van Buren State Park trail begins on Maple, literally outside our front door.


As you enter, the welcoming, enclosed heated/cooled porch provides a quiet space for reading, morning coffee or just watching the day go by.


Main Floor

The main floor features a family space with TV (with cable), fireplace, games and space to gather along with a dining area that has room for everyone. There is a queen-sized pullout sofa in the living room.


Also, on the main floor is a beautiful, fully stocked, up-to-date kitchen with built-in oven, 5-burner gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, large refrigerator, and a breakfast bar. You don't have to bring any utensils to the kitchen…we love to cook, and you will find everything you need for your stay. There is a coffee bar with drip and pod coffee makers and a kettle for hot water. The pantry is usually stocked with tea and coffee (along with a few other seasonal surprises)


The main floor primary bedroom and attached bath offer privacy, a bit away from the main part of the house. There you will find a great place to read, watch TV or just relax.


There is also a half bath/laundry with stackable full-sized washer/dryer



Outside

Enjoy a meal outside on the deck with an umbrella table and chairs. The large fenced-in backyard offers a large fire pit with seating, deck, patio, comfy hammock and a place for kids to play. There is a large gas grill and a charcoal grill. In the shed there are bikes (adult and kid), beach chairs, beach toys and a wagon to take to the beach.


Sleeping Arrangements:
​​​​​​​Main level queen with private bathroom
Head upstairs, past the original stain glass window, and find 3 large bedrooms with ample closet space:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed and walk-in closet
Bedroom 3: Provides a twin/twin trundle bed and a portable crib stored in the walk-in closet for your convenience.
Common Space: Sleeper Sofa

The large bathroom has been fully renovated with two sinks and bathtub/shower plus plenty of space to store your personal items.


Simply put, we have created a home that has all the amenities we look for in a rental and our goal is to make our home as inviting as possible. We enjoy vacationing in this home ourselves and hope it's a place for you to relax with friends and family.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,860 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

501572

Frequently asked questions

How close is Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town to the airport?

This vacation home is 43.7 mi (53-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from South Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town to downtown South Haven?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from South Haven.

Idle Hour - Updated Home 2 blocks to South Beach and Town Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idle Hour is a lovely home as well as a great location very near South Beach. We enjoyed everything South Haven had to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time with our friends. Loved the sunroom. Upstairs bath space was great. The location is perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. House was perfect for our group, and the amenities were very nice. The location was convenient and an easy walk to the beach and to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

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

Wonderful stay!

Idle Hour is beautiful and has everything needed for a comfortable get-away. The location is close to all interest points and is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. We had a lovely time in South Haven, and this home made it perfect. One most important detail- the beds are extremely comforable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Awesome vaca spot

The house was so clean and well stocked (including beach chairs and wagon) The property location is perfect with walking distance to beach, town, or kids corner playground. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House was very clean, well appointed, and well maintained. I really appreciated the wagon and beach chairs available in the shed in the fenced back yard. Having separate sleeping on 2 levels worked great for us. Location was great, only 5 minute walk to South Beach, and about 10 minute walk to Town, with plenty of dining options. Would definitely stay in the house again, if we are fortunate enough to get to visit Soth Haven again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Just like home!

We loved how cozy and easy it was to feel at home! The location can’t be beat and being able to walk to the beach and town was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at Idle Hour. Property just as described. Very clean, well maintained. Enjoyed the location close to the lake.I traveled with several older family members who had minor ambulatory issues. The steep stairs were a challenge.In the future would try to rent a property on one floor.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Sweet Vacation

This property is magnificent. Very clean, modern and close to both beach and town. We had a comfortable stay. We would definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

A wonderful location, a Wonderful experience

located on a quiet street walking distance from anything you might need this house was full of amenities, clean and a great central location for any of the activities in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

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

Sharon's stay in South Haven

Very well appointed and equipped house accommodating up to eight people.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Winner!

We loved the house, the location and South Haven!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Home & Great LocationEnjoyed our 3-night stay at Idle Hour. Very comfortable and well-stocked home for our four adults.House was spotless and as shown in the photos. Nicely remodeled with quality appliances, furnishings and finishes. Kitchen was full of most of the small appliances and utensils you would ever need. Many thoughtful touches made for a cozy at-home feeling. Bed in the lower level was very comfortable. Location was ideal for our weekend get-away. Ten-minute walk to downtown and the river. Five-to-ten-minute walk to the lighthouse and beach.Communication and support from the management company was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John S.

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

South Haven

The convenience of the location is the best. The house suited the needs of 6 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice B.

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

Excellent

Impressively clean, well organized, well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Clean

Clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Idle Hour

Loved the accommodation. Host provided nice amenities like the s’mores ingredients. Everything we could have wished for in a vacation home was there. Great location- short walk to the beach and town. Will likely book the house again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey C.

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

Little getaway

We loved the location. It was an easy walk to the beach, playground and into town. The house is beautifully decorated and updated. Plenty of space for our little family and the outdoor space was lovely too. The only downside that we had was that the floors upstairs were very very loud which woke up our son the first couple of nights there. But that was really our only complaint. If we needed something, we just texted the help number and responses were extremely quick.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Loved the Idle Hour

We are long time visitors to South Haven. We have always stayed on North Beach. We decided to venture out to the "southside" and we fell in love! The house is a short walk to the beach as well as town. This owner has so many tiny details that make the stay comfortable from every small appliance you can imagine to labeled light switches, wagon, sand toys, and a functioning firepit. We are now south side converts! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Beautiful Spot

Loved everything about Idle Hour. Perfect location for a short walk to beautiful South Beach and into town. We didn’t have to use the car the entire long weekend The cottage is well-stocked with everything we needed. Updated bathrooms and kitchen are very nice. We took the lower level bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Adult kids took upstairs. The beds and linens were comfortable. Everything was clean. The backyard fire pit is a plus. We used it one night. This was our first trip to South Haven and Idle Hour cottage but it won’t be our last
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STina H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Lots of fun. Close to beach, town, kids Corner. Did a Lot of bike riding down to state park and Kal-Haven trail. Kitchen was well stock except no dish clothes or dish towels?? Overall the house was clean but cobwebs along baseboards. You can tell it is a rental from the outside as yard was weedy. Back yard has a 2-3 foot strip along back fence and along garage that was all over grown weeds. Overall I would rent it again so nothing drastically wrong. Like I said, we had fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, disappointed with cleanliness

This property was a perfect location - an easy walk to South Beach with kids, an easy walk into town, and within a short drive to anywhere we wanted to go. The kitchen, master bedroom and bathrooms are all newly updated and very nice. Our main concern was the level of cleanliness of the property. There was heavy dust caked on ceiling fans to the point we couldn't use them, dust on furniture, under furniture, dusty cobwebs hanging from the ceiling upstairs and one of the bedrooms had a musty smell. There was also a big ant problem in the kitchen and master bedroom/bathroom - ants crawling on suitcase, nightstand, shower, countertop etc. We reached out to the property manager about the ants when we noticed them and they were quick to respond to bring ant traps. They did enter the rental to place ant traps without notifying us they were planning to do so or when. They also booked a pest control company to spray the outside of the house and that person arrived when we had just gotten back from the beach and had all of our beach stuff in the lawn. We quickly had to get everything off the yard, deck, and away from the house because of him spraying. Again, there was no communication this was taking place otherwise we would have planned around this pest control appointment. After some back and forth about the complaint of the rental being so dusty and the ant problem, we were refunded less than half of our cleaning fee.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan f.

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

It was everything!

Perfect location. Plenty of room for the family. Had a wonderful time in my BEAUTIFUL hometown.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Nice spot

Great location. Comfortable accommodations. Problems were quickly addressed…a slow draining bathtub and the a/c. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022