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Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit

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A circular stone fire pit with flames, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A house with a number 7423, a front porch, and a sign that says 'life is better in the lake.'
A deck with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a covered umbrella.
A living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window.
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sandy path and greenery on either side.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanley Johnson Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

main

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit

Welcome to Take Me to the Beach— a bright 2BR retreat just steps from 1st Street Beach. Perfect for couples and small families, this cozy home blends relaxed coastal charm with a large private yard and wood‑burning fire pit. Walk to the lake and enjoy all the beautiful scenery.

❤️ What You’ll Love

• 🏖 Steps to 1st Street Beach

• 🔥 Wood‑burning fire pit

• 🌳 Large private yard

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family‑friendly second bedroom

• 🛏 Comfortable queen bedroom

• 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 218 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1940235
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 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

About the neighborhood

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Stanley Johnson Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Oval Beach - 27 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Silver Beach - 34 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 218 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to 1st St Beach, large yard?

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to 1st St Beach, large yard on Sep 21, 2026 start from $366, 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.

What time is check-in at Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from 1st St Beach, Large Yard, Firepit located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne l.

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

Great spot

The cottage was clean, comfortable, and just what we needed for a few days away. Smaller beaches within walking distance and the larger ones a short car ride; the South Haven area is always fun !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

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

Amazing

An amazing stay for our wedding there in South Haven (:
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay during your special occasion!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaTeesa J.

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

This was a great place to stay!

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very clean and equipped with everything we needed. Brigette was very nice and made sure we were comfortable. The location is perfect since it is only a short walk to the beach. We will be sure to reserve this cottage again when we go back to South Haven!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2020
So glad you were comfortable and enjoyed your stay! It was great getting to meet your lovely family. We hope you come back soon and make more happy memories! Brigitte and John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Cottage stay

Nice, clean cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed walking, biking, and going to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

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

Great spot!

Brigitte’s place was very nice and clean with great outdoor space for yard games and a camp fire! It was also an easy walk to the beach although the one closest by was very tiny. We had better luck driving a short distance to the slightly larger public beaches as we were cognizant of social distancing. Overall we loved the place and location and would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2020
Liz, Thank you for taking time out to review the cottage Liz. I am so happy that you and your family enjoyed the quiet location of the property with the quiet street and got full use of the extras such as the fire pit and yard games! I am glad that you were able to enjoy the beaches nearby as well! Would love to host you again! Brigitte
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

This place was perfect for 2 couples! They provide everything you could possibly need!

Brigitte was an excellent communicator and the home is very nice, clean, and excellent location. It couldn’t have been more perfect. The closest beach is very small but there are 2 other small beaches within walking distance. Just get there early if you want a space! Also other large beaches close by! Very close to town. I can’t say enough good things about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2020
Thank you Jessica, I am glad that you guys had a great time and enjoyed the cottage for your girl's getaway! Thank you for the recommendations in the guest book about places you enjoyed nearby Hope to have you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Super cute, clean, convenient cottage!

My family and I had a wonderful time during our stay at this cottage. It's quiet street location just a short bike ride away from several beaches was perfect. Very walking friendly as well. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking necessities and gas grill was an added bonus. Use of the on-site beach chairs and wagons was super helpful too. Can't wait to return again, and for even longer! Thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2020
Lauren, I'm so glad you enjoyed your time and took advantage of the cottage amenities and the surrounding area! It was lovely getting to meet your family as well. Would love to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay N.

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

We had a wonderful time, relaxing!

Clean, well-maintained, good communication with the landlord, easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2020
Glad that you enjoyed your stay! Would love to host you again soon! Brigitte

About the host

Hosted by Brigitte Buthman

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John and I are avid travelers and have loved staying at other peoples homes around the globe. Our family have been coming to South Haven since the 1960's so we were thrilled that we decided to buy our own property! We love the area and it is our happy place for our large family to get together and share traditions and memories!
We currently reside in the Chicagoland area, and try to get to the property as often as we can.
We are excited to share our home with you and hope that you will visit and enjoy all that the South Haven area has to offer!

Why they chose this property

We love the surrounding area and were happy to find a property that could comfortably fit our family. We are on a residential tree lined street with a large lot. We plan on planting fruit trees and a garden to be able to share with our renters eventually as well.

The cottage is on a large lot on a quiet street, but yet so close to the downtown and surrounding areas. The beach nearby is a short walking distance. Although it is not as large as some of the other public beaches, we like the fact that it is safe and typically only used by nearby residents.

What makes this property unique

My favorite part about the cottage is enjoying my coffee in the morning on the porch watching the birds and all the wildlife. The kitchen is also great as it is large enough to have more than one helper with the meals!

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