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Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Covered side porch with Adirondack chairs and table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Lower level

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Primary

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Hall Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Lower Level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown


Total usable space in cottage 2,800 sq ft - main level with three bedrooms and two baths / lower level finished with one bedroom and one full bath with large family room and extra sleeping space (two foldable/portable queen beds with memory foam matresses)

Easy 5 minute walk to Oak Street Beach Access on Lake Michigan (1/2 Block). Four bedrooms, three full baths, sleeps 12 comfortably with extra sleeping space in basement family room. Easy walk to downtown South Haven. Quiet, family oriented neighborhood.

Weekly rentals only (7 nights) in the Summer Jul - Aug; check in/out on Saturdays
Two night minimum in off-season (Sept - Jun)
Off-season rates are lower for three nights or more. Please inquire for rates on specific dates.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used towels on the bathroom floor
Leave used beds unmade
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Bring your own beach towels and beach chairs.
The fireplace is NOT to be used by renters.
Registering guests is required by supplying full name and age after confirmed booking - no unregistered guests on property without prior approval.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 237331ha
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity
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

About the neighborhood

South Haven

Located in North Side, a neighborhood in South Haven, this vacation home is near a water park and on a lake. Stanley Johnson Park and Warner Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding, ice skating, and snowmobiling.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stanley Johnson Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • North Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Six Chicks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown on Sep 20, 2026 start from $596, 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 Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown located?

Located in North Side, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Stanley Johnson Park and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Linsee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a quiet stay with friends. We enjoyed everything. The only thing I would say is for fall weather, it would be nice to have a fire pit area for outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Short Walk to the Beach

Loved the location, great place for adults or families to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Thank you for your review. We hope to have you back again. Warmly, Donna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

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

Plenty of space and clean

There was plenty of space for our group of 6 adults and 1 child. The walk to the public beach was short and simple. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Here with other family members for a wedding. Everything was in top shape, very clean and comfortable. Donna answered all questions quickly and check in was easy. Plenty of space for a larger family group and close to shops , restaurants and beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

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

Cute and comfy vacation home

Such a cute home tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood! We loved our time there and would recommend it to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Great stay for large family

Overall we had a lovely stay. The property is a beautifully renovated house in a great location - an easy walk to a small public beach with little kids! The kitchen was also very well stocked so we could cook and not rely on eating out a ton. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2023
Thank you for your kind review. We enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross A.

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

Family reunion

This was the best equipped kitchen I have ever had in a rental property. The location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
We're glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your review. Please come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P.

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

Great Spot in South Haven

This unit was really great for our family. Location is convenient to the north side beaches and the owner was responsive when we had questions. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2022
So glad you had a wonderful week! Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Perfect South Haven location

Close enough to walk into town and to the beach everyday! The house is perfect for 8 adults and two children. The owner is wonderful and responds right away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

A great spot!!

We planned a big girls trip and we stayed at Sheila's English Cottage. It was a wonderful trip with a great place to stay. The 3 bathrooms are ideal for this many girls. We can't wait to return next year. The cottage was beautiful and perfect for us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mallorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Man I really hate writing anything good because then I’m sure the price will go up but WOW. This house was everything we could’ve asked for. Perfect walking distance, all the kitchen gadgets you need, and very comfortable sleeping for all 12 people. Backyard was super cute too! A must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

SoHa Family Fun

The house was absolutely amazing and beautiful! It was far better and much larger than my family could imagine. The decor of the house was gorgeous! The kitchen was very well stocked. The landscaping and yard were perfect. The location was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2024
Thank you Amy. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Great Location

Great place to stay on North Shore Beach. Short drive to beach or easy walk (10 minutes). Walked into town everyday (20 minutes). Wide sidewalks safe area, beautiful homes and many extended families! We had 8 adults and two children 5 and under. House is laid out nice with three full baths. Downstairs is private and finished. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2025
Thank you Mary! We always appreciate your repeat business.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

Very nice and close to town

Very pleasant week in South Haven for our family of 5, plus our dog. Short trip to the big beaches (2 minutes by car, 15 minute jog), and a short walk to the small beaches. Plenary of room for us to hang out and play games. Owner is very responsive. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2021
Thank you Larry! Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elly B.

Great girls weekend

The house was perfect for 7 moms who needed a weekend away!! The beds were comfy. The kitchen had everything we needed. The outside was cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Thank you for the nice review...nice to hear the cottage was comfortable for you and your girlfriends. Hope to see you again in the future. Thanks again for taking the time to write the review!! Sincerely, Sheila
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Perfect getaway

The Brockway house was perfect for our family (8 adults and 2 toddlers) making vacation comfortable and a breeze. The walk to beach is literally minutes and you have a few options. Coffee shops and town easily included as a pit stop for a longer 15 minute tour. The house was incredibly clean and modern to appeal to our large group, with all the amenities you can need for your stay and space for a large group. Communication was easy with the owners and setup of the house was very thoughtful and straightforward. Thank you for the excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect house for weekend in south Haven.

Even better than the listing! We rented this property with 3 couples for a weekend of golf, pickleball and exploring south Haven. The house is beautiful, clean and comfortable and a short walk to the beach and to town. We are planning on making this an annual event and look forward to returning to the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2021
Thank you Karin! Please do come again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

ray s.

Sheila's English Cottage Was Perfect For Us

This lovely home is the perfect vacation spot for us. It is comfortable, clean, spacious and well-stocked with everything travelers need. The location is just what we like: the beach and town are in easy walking distance. Paul and Sheila are helpful, friendly and accommodating. A huge bonus is the fact that dogs are welcome. Our daughter and niece love the fact that their little companions can come along on vacation!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Thank you for the nice review...what a beautiful weekend we had in South Haven!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Great house!

This house was great for our week long trip. Description was right on point. Spacious bedrooms and living room area. Kitchen was fully equipped and made cooking dinners easy. Cute little backyard with beautiful hydrangeas. Best of all short walk to the beach and close to downtown area. Host was also quick to answer any questions during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2023
Thanks for staying with us Lauren! Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Great stay for joyous occasion

231 Brockway in South Haven, MI was a perfect match for our stay. The home was clean, pleasant and well equipped. Based on market rate, the nightly cost was very competitive. The lower level space was a real bonus for us to accommodate all our family. The manager was attentive and responsive. Easy access to all that South Haven has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Virginia was a great guest and we would welcome her back at any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect couples get away

This was the perfect house for 4 couples! The house was clean, very well equipped and the perfect location- walking distance to the beach and downtown. Donna was very accessible and answered questions in a very timely manner. This was our second time renting this property and it will definitely not be our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2022
Thank you Karin! So glad you’ll be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the BEST vrbo I have stayed in. Very well appointed and incredibly well stocked. Every bathroom had hand soap and TP, there was a roll of paper towel, kitchen towels, dish soap, garbage bags, food wrap, seasoning/spices, plasticware, scissors, tape, a marker. The host is supremely responsive. The house is well layed out with the basement being a whole other house (sans kitchen). Great dining table for a large group. Primary on main floor with ensuite and two additional bedrooms on main floor with a full bathroom worked well for our group. The basement has another bedroom, gorgeous full bath with heated floors and a family room with an amazing sectional and large screen tv. A closet downstairs holds pull out beds for extra guests. Such an amazing space!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 22, 2026
Christine was a wonderful guest. Great communication. Would welcome her back. Thank you for your kind words Christine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Perfection!

Our three generation family could not have enjoyed this place more. Comfy everything - lounging furniture, beds, and outdoor furniture were great. Lovely bathrooms, bedrooms equipped with ceiling fans. The kitchen was well equipped - we have several good cooks and we wanted for nothing. The host was very responsive. We are looking forward to booking this place for our annual (upwards of 25 years) SoHa vacation in 2025!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Wonderful home!

We totally enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home! We were celebrating a family birthday and had adults and teens. There was plenty of room for everyone to have there own space and the kids loved having the basement to themselves. The gathering areas were spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was outstanding and very well equipped. Great location, quiet street, and a yard big enough to play yard games and sit and relax. Would highly recommend! Thanks, Donna!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2021
So happy you and your family enjoyed yourselves. Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renate R.

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

Birthday Gathering

We came to South Haven to celebrate a family birthday. Our group was made up of two grandparents, our adult daughter, our son and his wife and their two and a half year old. The layout of the house was perfect for us, as the downstairs is practically a separate apartment. The linens and towels were very good quality—-I always appreciate that. The house was very comfortable, had ample room for all of us, and Eleanor, who is currently being a dinosaur, could run around and roar to her heart’s content. The area is quiet, but close to everything. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2021
Thank you Renate. It was a pleasure working with you. Please come again!

About the host

Hosted by Donna Woelffer

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Why they chose this property

We love the North side/shore of South Haven. Easy access to several public beaches. Very few stairs or bluffs to traverse. Quiet neighborhoods and quick, easy walk to downtown.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! Only rental property on the North side to accommodate 12 with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths in this price range.

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