“Home is where the heart is.” Footprints in the Sand is a beautifully cared for Victorian-style home that lies in the most ideal location: just two blocks away from South Haven's many shops and restaurants but still in a quiet residential neighborhood. The bright green exterior with unique wrap-around front porch is sure to make you feel like you’re on vacation from the minute you arrive. Furthermore, the house is within a mile of the shores of North Beach - a staple point of South Haven. This makes it possible to enjoy the home, town, beach and amazing sunsets all within your stay!
This spacious home has a functional floor plan with vintage charm for family and friends looking to create lasting memories. The interior décor has a nautical theme, original moldings, hardwood floors and antique furniture pieces. Upon entering the open concept living/dining room, the front windows bring in natural light overlooking the porch and peaceful tree-lined neighborhood street. The renovated kitchen is great for putting meals together and leads to a two-level deck and private back yard, perfect for entertaining. There are four large bedrooms to comfortably sleep up to 10 guests and two full updated bathrooms. The first-floor bedroom has a queen-sized bed, walk-in closet and on-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Two of the upstairs bedrooms have queen-sized beds and the third bedroom has a twin/full bunk bed and separate twin bed. A second cozy family room area is outside of the upstairs bedrooms for another space to watch tv and unwind. Other amenities of the house include a large outdoor gas grill, central air conditioning/heating, washer/dryer (bring your own detergent) and ample off-street and on-street parking.
Activity options are endless to make your vacation a memorable one: biking or hiking on the Kal-Haven Trail, gathering for a relaxing beach day, visiting the Maritime Museum, taking boat rides or watching boats at the marina, going between the splashpad and playgrounds while stopping for an ice cream, enjoying local breweries/wineries, and having one-on-one or entire family/friend time while hanging out for a backyard barbeque. This is just the beginning of what this picturesque Lake Michigan town has to offer. Multiple stores including Meijer, Aldi, Walmart, Dollar Tree and Menards are also down the street for anything you need to pick up.
Our home is available to responsible and respectful groups only. We do not rent to guests looking to have a place to party. If you are a group looking to rent a party house, please do not send us an inquiry. We appreciate your understanding and respect of this policy. Minimum 2-night stay, except for peak season (late-June to mid-August) when weekly rentals only apply (Sunday to Sunday).
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Mature, responsible, and respectful guests only. Our home is expected to be treated with the utmost respect.
No loud noise or voices after 10PM.
No parties at any time.
Important information
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Property # 1226573
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
Note from host: No parties at any time.
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
About the neighborhood
South Haven
Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Downtown, a neighborhood in South Haven. Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
South Haven Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Warner Vineyards - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Michigan Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kal Haven Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
South Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Bangor Station - 18 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Julia - 9 min walk
Taco Bell - 12 min walk
Burger King - 17 min walk
Arby's - 16 min walk
Six Chicks - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is August Weekends Available! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at August Weekends Available!?
As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at August Weekends Available! on May 28, 2026 start from $526, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at August Weekends Available!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at August Weekends Available!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is August Weekends Available! located?
Located in Downtown, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Haven Center for the Arts and Lake Michigan. Warner Vineyards and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Very nice property, lots of space for everyone, comfortable and quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed the porch and deck, and not too far from town or beaches! Dykman beach was great!
My family and I enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. The neighborhood is very nice, conveniently located, and the home itself was very comfortable. Check in process was simple.
This property is perfect for families!
Super clean and very close to town!
Perfect vacation!
Joan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Joan,
Thank you for the positive review. We appreciate that you enjoyed the location of our home as it is the perfect hidden nook of South Haven. We hope to see you again!
Anthony
We stayed with our 3 young kids and brother-in-law and had plenty of space to enjoy easy access to the beach, shopping and neighborhood strolls! Love the ample porches. Thank you!
Elizabeth,
Thank you very much for your positive review. We are always excited to read through our reviews and see how others have enjoyed our home. We hope you continue to visit South Haven and would love to host you again!
-Anthony
Check-in was flawless. Kitchen facilities were sufficient. WiFi was better than my home. Walking distance to downtown and pier. Walking distance to beach, but easier to buy week pass and park right at beach. Owner was very communicative and helpful.
Beth,
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and appreciate your positive review. We hope to have you back in the future. Thanks!
- Anthony
The property was located just a few mins walk from downtown. It was nice, clean, well stocked and perfect for a larger group of people. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend for anyone looking to go to SoHa
Asfandyar K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Asfandyar,
Thank you for the positive review and recommendation. We appreciate that you enjoyed our home and all of the amenities it has to offer. Thank you for your stay and we hope to have you again in the future.
Anthony
Extended Family of 10 enjoyed our stay. Property was as described, within walking distance of downtown South Haven. Plenty of room to enjoy our Girls Weekend.
Laura R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Laura,
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your girls weekend. Thank you for the positive feedback. We would love to have you come back again!
Anthony
Overall wonderful experience. Property was beautiful, spacious house, incredibly clean. And the location was great - a short bike ride to downtown and the beach. Would love to vacation there again!!
Jillian D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Jillian,
We are happy that you has such a great experience! South Haven has so many things to offer and it is great that you were able to enjoy some of them. Thank you for the positive review and we would love to have you back in the future!
- Anthony
We had an excellent stay at this property! The house was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed. The location was ideal, just a 5-minute walk to town and a 10-minute walk to the beach. The host was incredibly friendly and helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and convenient getaway.
Lori K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 3, 2024
Lori,
Apologies for the delayed response. Thank you for such a positive review. We love to hear how families, such as yours, are able to create memories that last a lifetime within our home. We enjoy communicating with our guests to ensure they have the best vacation possible. We hope to have you back in the future and thanks again!
- Anthony
We enjoyed our stay at the Footprints in the Sand house. It was clean and comfortable and the location is great. The owners were very responsive to any questions that we had and took pride in making sure that we had a good vacation and a good stay at their house.
Victoria H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Victoria,
Thank you for the positive review. We are happy you took note in the responsiveness that was provided, and the effort that took place in providing a clean and comfortable home for you to stay in. It is our hope that you intend on staying here in the future. Thanks again!
- Anthony
The property is very clean, comfortable & updated. We especially liked the wraparound front porch & roomy back porch. The neighborhood is very comfortable with lots of shade. Also appreciated the convenience of downtown & the water. It's a very walkable distance from the property. Would definitely stay here again!
Catherine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Catherine,
Thank you very much for the positive review. We absolutely love the wraparound front porch and the appeal it brings to our home. Also, we are happy the location was what you were looking for, as we refer to our area as the "hidden gem" of South Haven. We hope to have you back in the future and thank you for your stay!
Anthony
Great overall experience. House was exactly what to be expected from the listing and a nice short walk to downtown south haven.
Thomas F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Thomas,
Thank you for the positive feedback as it is always appreciated and helps give future vacationers an understanding of our home. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you return to South Haven in the future!
Sincerely,
Anthony
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce R.
Aug 22, 2018
Clean, comfortable and walk to town
Great place, clean and comfortable. You can walk to town, although it is not close to the water. We used it for a golf getaway and we would try to stay again next year. Good communication with the owner, good cable TV and WiFi.
Bruce R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Bruce,
Thank you for your positive review. It is great that you were able to enjoy the amenities of our home! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a positive review. We would love to have you stay again in the future!
We have stayed at this house several times before this time was my turn to book it for our annual trip Gingerman raceway. Would recommend this property.
Chris R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2024
Chris,
Thank you for staying with us this spring. It is always a pleasure having your group stay in our home. We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future as you are all wonderful guests. Thanks again for your continued stays at "Footprints in the Sand".
-Anthony
Nice neighborhood in a nice town. Pretty easy walk to the beach. Not very well stocked with shampoo, soap etc.
Ken H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 3, 2024
Ken,
Thank you for your positive review on our home. We are happy to hear the location was enjoyable and are definitely taking your input into consideration. We hope to have you back in the future!
- Anthony
We stayed with our family of 5 and friends with a family of 5 and location could not have been better! The property is set up well with seating and room for groups. Very thoughtful grouping of chairs and tables to promote conversations! Close to the beach, DT, restaurants, historic theatre ($4 tickets👍) and more! Property mgr was very easy to communicate with!
Justin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 3, 2024
Justin,
Apologies for the delayed response to your review. We truly appreciate your staying at "Footprints in the Sand" and are happy to hear that it met your expectations. It's great that you enjoyed the location, as it is becoming a big draw for many visitors. Additionally, I find it very important to communicate with all of our vacationers as we want to make your stay as memorable as possible. We hope that you consider staying with us again!
-Anthony
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dave H.
Jul 31, 2018
Comfortable and clean
The house is well cared for and has lots of amenities. The front porch was a joy to sit and read a book on.
Dave H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Dave,
Thank you for your positive review. We appreciate that you enjoyed not only the front porch, but everything our home has to offer.
We had such a wonderful time in South Haven and this awesome rental home was at the heart of it all. We were surprised how close/walkable we were to town and the beach. We made the walk with 4 kiddos - ages 3 to 11. We would love to come back again. =)
Trisha L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2023
Trisha,
Thank you very much for the positive review. We are happy our home was a good location for you and your family. We would love to have you come back in the future!
Anthony
About the host
Hosted by Anthony Pronoitis
I am from the Southwest Suburbs of Chicago and have been lucky to call South Haven, Michigan my home-away-from-home my entire life. My favorite parts of the area are the charming downtown with fun food and drink spots, watching boats go to and from Lake Michigan on the Black River out of the huge marina, multiple family-friendly parks and the new splash pad, and of course, the sugar-sand beaches with unbeatable sunsets. During all seasons, there are orchards for fruit picking, excellent wineries and breweries and popular towns like Holland and Saugatuck nearby. South Haven has always been the perfect vacation spot for me and my family; it is my hope that my visitors enjoy it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
South Haven is the All-American Cottage Town of the Midwest. Everything is within walking distance! The scenic beaches allow everyone to take in the euphoric atmosphere of Lake Michigan; from sunbathing to boating, there are many activities to partake in. The town itself is rich with entertainment ranging from bars, restaurants, shops and even live music during summer events! There are no limits to one's stay here, and rest assured, all troubles will be forgotten!
What makes this property unique
Location! Location! Location! Footprints in the Sand is in a quiet neighborhood community, yet only a brisk walk from all the livelihood the town of South Haven has to offer. Not only will you be minutes from the downtown area, but also about one mile from the sands of beautiful North Beach and other quaint beaches. Additionally, the house is moments away from the marina if you wish to go boating on the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. Tot Lot Park is down the street from the house so your children are able to stay entertained before and after the days' activities. For convenience, multiple stores including Meijer, Aldi, Walmart, Dollar Tree and Menards are also down the street for anything you need to pick up.
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