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Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8142 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

South Haven

Heart of South Haven.Within a 10-minute walk of this North Side vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and North Beach. Stanley Johnson Park and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stanley Johnson Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy

A spacious and comfortable house with a large shaded yard for outdoor activities and relaxation. Just a block from Oak Street Beach. It's just like coming home. We do a few updates every year which are reflected in the photos.

Three bedrooms includes two with queen size beds and one with two twin beds. With a fold out queen size couch. A family room with large windows and comfortable seating for 8. Full size kitchen and dining area.

Stacked washer and dryer. One and a half bathrooms. The full size bathroom includes a barrier free shower (no tub) and a hand rail by the stool. The half bath is connected to the master bedroom, it is small but functional.

A sizable yard with mature trees, fire pit, picnic table, large patio table and outdoor seating gives your group plenty of room to relax and play.

Just three blocks from Stanley Johnston Memorial Park, a 15 minute walk to downtown South Haven with it's specialty shops and many restaurants. One block from Oak Street Beach. Many festivals, art & craft fairs and local activities throughout the summer. Wine tasting and tours are only a half an hour a way.

Bedding, bath and kitchen towels are supplied. We have basic condiments and seasonings in the kitchen. As well as a starter supply of paper products. Please bring your own beach towels though.

We have two outdoor cameras for security. One at the front door and one on the garage that covers the yard and back door.

This was our family home. Until we can return here at retirement, we'd like to share it with you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking in the house please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,527 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house please.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: If you are having g
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: If you are having g For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Stone Skip to the Beach. Spacious & Cozy Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.3 mi (53-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from North Beach and 1.6 mi (4-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy to downtown South Haven?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from South Haven.

Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

3.0/10

Amenities

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t hesitate to stay here..Great communication, Great location w/ ample parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet get away in beautiful South Haven (have ever been there before). Would be a great location for summertime/beach fun for a small family and/or a couple. I went there on a golf getaway and suited our needs perfectly! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time here and I would highly recommend this home. Check in was a breeze, the home is comfortable and had everything we needed for a fun and relaxing vacation. The location is excellent and close to the beach and a short, easy drive to downtown. Very clean, well appointed kitchen that we used every day. Lou is an amazing host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen setup was great, laundry equipment handy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Faily clean older house with a musty smell. Close to town and the beach. Beds seem smaller then queen size. Great communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place, close to beachWe enjoyed our time at the home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just wrapped up our third year staying here, and it's become one of those places our family looks forward to returning to every summer.The location is hard to beat—about a block from Oak Beach and just a short walk to Bundie's Bakery. The neighborhood, which has a quiet, relaxed cottage feel that we really enjoy.The house is set up especially well for families. We make good use of the kitchen every trip, and the yard is a great place to relax and spend time together after a day at the beach.Lou is an excellent host—friendly, responsive, and easy to work with. It's clear he cares about his guests having a great experience.After three summers here, we wouldn't hesitate to stay again. We already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house in a quiet neighborhood near several beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for kids

We loved our stay! It was very close to the beach and our kids loved the house and large yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a bit freaked out about the ring door. House had a very cottage feel to it. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and outdoor area

We had our family girls trip here and lived the location and outdoor area. The home could use some updates but we had what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wedding moms

great home, yard and location to south haven and lake very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Family fun in South Haven

Location is great. Easy walk to the beach. Perfect size for a family. Played catch in the big yard. Grilled a couple of times.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was looking for somewhere to stay close to South Haven very last minute, and found this house. It is in the perfect location to the beach and a very short drive to downtown. The house itself is older and needs some updating but very clean. I do think it was kind of expensive for one night, but maybe that was because we only stayed one night, so all the VRBO fees were not “spread out”.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good for family

Close to Oak beach in quiet neighborhood. Nice side yard my kids enjoyed playing in after the beach. Few easy blocks to walk to stanley park. Owner easy to get ahold of and communicate with. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent beach vacation!

We had so much fun during our trip. The house is great, and has an excellent location just a couple of minutes walk from Oak Beach on the north side of South Haven. Quiet neighborhood, close to all amenities. Lou is a very thoughtful host! We will definitely be back here for our next South Haven trip as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tony

Quiet neighborhood yet still could walk to beach. Clean and well equipped. Good for family group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Week!

Our family of four stayed for a perfect week. Lou was above and beyond as a host, and the accommodations were exactly as advertised. We felt right at home. The proximity to Oak Beach was perfect for our family (even with little legs). And the beach was phenomenal. The outdoor shower at the house was very convenient!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stone skip to the beach

Great location! Close to the beach. Plenty of room inside and out. Great yard for yard games, BBQ etc. Firepit was nice to have. Only wish there were beach chairs and umbrella for quests to use (for those of us who fly into Michigan).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 Stars Across the Board!

This was our second year staying at this property, and once again, it was an excellent experience. The house was exactly as advertised—clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for our family of four. Just one block from Oak Beach, the location is perfect for quick and easy beach access. Communication with the property owner was always prompt and helpful, which made everything smooth from start to finish. We’re already looking forward to coming back again next year! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and quiet

Nice big yard. Very close to the beach. Residential area with a quiet neighborhood. Hoping to stay again in the summer with the festivals. The place was clean and homey. From the pictures I see more improvements.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros: - Large side yard with plenty of parking - Outdoor shower and clothesline to hang towels - Good location (one block from beach) Cons: - Home has a musty smell especially the back entrance and kitchen. - Beds were uncomfortable - Washer and dryer is located in a bedroom. - Home is in very poor maintenance condition. - Home was dark,dirty and dusty. - Furniture and decor old and worn-out. - VRBO photos do not convey the poor condition of the listing. - Tried to charge us for fandango, never used TV
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great home base in South Haven

South Haven is quaint and small. This house is quaint, but don't be fooled by the size based on curb appearance. It's plenty roomy, cozy, and comfortable. Plenty of drawer-closet space in the 3 bedrooms, and the kitchen is stocked probably better than yours (certainly mine!). We've rented dozens of places over the decades, and not a single other one comes close. Finally, the location is terrific...a 10-minute walk, or 2-minute drive to the places you want to be in S Haven itself, and 15 minutes to Saugatuck-Douglas. We also spent one day in Grand Rapids, and were in downtown in under an hour. Simply put, you won't go wrong if you make this house your home base for exploring the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Very near a lovely beach. Street was really nice and quiet. Neutral: House was fairly clean, but not entirely. Towels and bedding smelled of really strong detergent (but some people might like that). Cons: House smelled musty (like a wet basement type of smell). We kept the windows open the whole time (with the AC off) to keep the smell tolerable. After our first contact with the back room, we didn't enter that space again which has a direct connection to the basement. Overall, we had a decent enough stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024