Location: South Haven, Southwest, Michigan, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-14)
Built in 2009, 2300 square foot, two story home with lots of mature trees and balconies. Perfect for a large family, two families or an extended family vacation.
Our recent guests tell us that this is the nicest home near the beach in this price range... they love the new, clean open feel of our home... check out the positive reviews below. There's a reason why every week was booked during our first summer... great fall getaway as well.
Located one block from the water, and a 4 block walk to the blue stairs / Kids Korner Park. Nice quiet tree lined street with great neighbors. There’s a fire pit for evening family gatherings, WI-FI, cable TV, gourmet kitchen, big dining area, four decks/balconies, large yard, relaxing decor and more.
The house is made for relaxing, lots of windows and light, with a private balcony off the master bath, a front balcony shared by the two front bedrooms plus front and rear ground floor decks - 4 individual decks! The floor plan is open with a large front living room, as well as a den opening up to the kitchen and dining room. Sleeping arrangements are queen bed in master bedroom, queen in hall bedroom, and bunks in both front bedrooms. The bunks are twin over full with a trundle, so up to 4 can sleep in each bedroom. In addition, there is a queen sleeper-sofa downstairs.
Other bonuses include gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, first floor 9 foot ceilings, crown molding throughout, whirlpool tub in the master bath, 4 TVs with cable, and high-end front loading washer/dryer combo. There is also a basement with a foosball table and a combo air hockey/mini-ping pong/pool table. DVDs, kids videos, and games are available as well.
We are a leisurely 10 minute, 4 block walk along Monroe Blvd. to the blue stairs. (We are actually a block off the water, but the "blue stairs" public access is a little further away.) See the google maps info below on the house location. Downtown is a longer walk, about a mile, or a couple minute drive.
We understand rentals with large families and friends. Have you rented and found out that they barely have enough places to sit for dinner, or just enough dishes for 10 or 12 people? We get it, our home is comfortable for a large group with plenty of dishes and utensils. (Check out the guest comments for their perspective.) And while you don't come to South Haven for the neighbors, don't be surprised if you get invited over for a barbeque or at least some pleasant conversation.
Towels and linens are included. Please bring your own beach towels. For weekly rentals, check-in is 4:00 PM Saturday and check-out is by 10 am the following Saturday.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Large front load
- Dryer: Large front load
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen beds are in the Master Bedroom and the middle bedroom.
- Twin/Single Bed: Trundle with each bunk bed.
- Bunk Bed: Both the front bedrooms have bunk beds, the top is a twin, and the bottom is a full. In addition, there a trundle, so 4 can sleep in each of the front bedrooms.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 29-Jun 12, 2009 .................................. $1325/week (Sat-Sat)
Jun 12-Aug 28, 2009 .................................. $1975/week (Sat-Sat)
Aug 28-Sep 30, 2009 .. $300/night (2 Night Minimum) .. $1325/week
Oct 01-Dec 31, 2009 .. $300/first night, $250/add'l night (2 Night Minimum)
or $1100/week
3 night minimum for Memorial Day and Labor Day
Blueberry Festival and Holiday (July 4) weeks,add $200.
Above rates for 12 or less occupants. Longer term rates negotiable
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful New Home! South Beach, 4 BR/2.5 BA, Sleeps 10+
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose South Haven
We were looking for a property that could serve our large family (6 kids) and was within walking distance to the beach. With so many properties being small and needing lots of TLC, we chose to purchase a lot nearby and build. Having a new house gives us the opportunity to enjoy our time in South Haven, with the conveniences of new, in a relaxing setting.
There's something about Hazel Street that is just relaxing. It does not have the house upon house feel you can find in the rest of the South Beach area. There are large trees and deeper lots throughout the area giving it a "out of the way" like feel in the middle of town.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Hazel Street is a just a block off Monroe and close to Kids Korner park. It is also a block off the "main" South Beach area, so we have neighbors that live in South Haven year round. The setting is a friendly, wooded, tree lined street. When in South Haven, for us, it is about both quiet times and family relaxing, so we put balconies off the front bedrooms and master bedroom, plus a large rear deck. To complement that, we have a fire pit so we can enjoy evenings with the family together.
A great place to hang out with young kids for a few hours, especially during the evenings
The closest public and easiest access to the beach. A 7 minute walk from our home.
We enjoy driving up here and spending an afternoon. Parking is $5, or you can buy a parking sticker for the week for $15.
A great place to spend a few hours. Parking is usually plentiful, or from our home, it is about a 20 minute stroll along the waterfront and up into town. We enjoy the evening walk, which we go down
Reasonably priced movies with free soda and popcorn (if you bring back your popcorn bucket.)
During the festival weekends, the sound stage is usually set up along here and Water Street is closed down.
New housing development www.everettpark.com Note: mistake on map... there are no train tracks nearby
Owner's Map of South Haven
After our first visit to South Haven, we started looking for a house to purchase. It is hard to come to South Haven in the summer and feel stressed. Having been from California, and having spent lots of time on the beaches there, we were surprised to find out that we were living right near some of the nicest beaches in the country. (OK, our California friends may not believe that comment, but they have not been to South Haven.)
Property Photos
- Beautiful new house... check out reviews of recent guests. - South Haven, Michigan Vacation House near the Beach and Downtown
- Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances - South Haven, Michigan Vacation House near the Beach and Downtown
- Enjoy the days and evening in the large yard and on the balconies and decks - South Haven, Michigan Vacation House near the Beach and Downtown
- Smaller of two living areas with cable, two televisions downstairs, two upstairs
- New open floor plan home, 9 ft ceilings, decorated with a relaxing approach
- Inviting Master Bath with Whirlpool
- One of two identical front bedrooms that opens up to front balcony
- Relax on the front porch swing
- Bright open, large eating area, seats large groups comfortably.
- "Middle" bedroom, great for couples, includes TV in room.
- Large master bedroom with walk-in closet, TV in room and private balcony
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