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Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Van Buren State Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Porter Legacy Dunes
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Buren State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

main bath

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family

One block away from the magnificent dunes of the Van Buren State Park/North Point Park Entrance sits our cottage. Our Cottage can sleep 7. One bedroom has a queen bed is very spacious and has its own small deck. Second bedroom has a bunk bed and a queen. Living room can sleep a single person on a open up sofa bed. We have a huge front and back yard with a huge fire pit. Minutes from downtown South Haven and lighthouse.
Beaches:
The first entrance to the beach "North Point" is about 1 block trail that takes about 10 minutes thru the woods to the water. But you do have to go down dunes to get to the water. The view in gorgeous. The main entrance is about 3 blocks away and parking is literally right at the water. Town is about 10 minute drive.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please treat our home as you would your own. Leave it as close to the same condition as you found it. And enjoy your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4977252ha
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 first aid kit

About the neighborhood

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cottage is in the city center and on the beach. Warner Vineyards and Southside Municipal Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and North Point Conservation Area. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and South Haven Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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What's nearby

  • North Point Conservation Area - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porter Legacy Dunes - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Van Buren State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Silver Beach - 25 min drive - 42.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 17 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Block from Van Buren Park Dunes, mins Downtown South Haven, clean, family located?

Located in South Haven, this beachfront cottage is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of North Point Conservation Area and Lake Michigan. Van Buren State Park and Porter Legacy Dunes are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Great family getaway

Joanna’s place was perfect for a nice quiet family get away. The location was close to local beaches and shops all while being quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2021
Thank you so much. You were a great guest. We enjoyed having you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay and would return to this location if we were visiting that area. The rate was reasonable and my family of five would heartily recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at the Dune Cottage. Enjoyed camp fires, grilling, and walk to dune is an absolute must!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2022
Thank you so much. More coming next year....next siding...adding a deck, etc
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joanne k.

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

Great spot

Nice and neat home. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2022
Thank you for your review. I am glad you have a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Lovely place to stay

We loved our stay here! The cottage was clean and beautiful, and it's minutes away from the beaches and shops. We could not have asked for a better location or home to stay for our trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Perfect place for Summer vacation

This property is perfect for a Summer family vacation. The proximity to the state park and South Haven makes it perfect. The backyard fire pit lends itself to great summer nights, and having wood available is a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2021
Thank you for your review. We hope you stay wt us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly I.

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

Great location

Very neat and tidy. We loved the quieter location away from downtown, but quick walk to Dunes and short drive to State Park, Downtown and N. And S. Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

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

Nice quiet clean

Sweet little house, love the woodsy feel, perfect for us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 10, 2023
We hope that you come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica V.

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

Great girls trip

A group of three of us stayed at this property. We enjoyed its cleanliness and amenities. We watched the sunset at van buren dunes each night & spent some time in south haven. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2023
We would love for you to stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Very clean and plenty of room!

This was a great house! We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and well maintained. It is definately on our list for a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Thank you very much. We try very hard to keep it clean and in order.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy h.

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

Great time!

We had a great, long weekend! We enjoyed the walk to Lake Michigan and a fun day in South Haven! Cottage had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2023
Fantastic. We hope you come back to the dunes again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vassil Z.

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

Great weekend getaway

Beautiful place to spend time with your family and friends. We enjoyed the outdoor fireplace and the patio. We’ll be back when the weather is hotter to try the beaches near by. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Thank you so much. We loved having you as a guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora S.

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

Perfect Location

Cute little cottage, perfect for our mini getaway. Centrally located close to North Point and Van Buren State Park and just a short drive to the many beaches of South Haven. Enjoyed the firepit at night and the beaches during the day. Beautiful area with plenty to do. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Thank you so much. We try really hard to make every stay as nice as possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Property as expected, great place, met my needs

This property was great, 4-5 miles from downtown South Haven and many beaches, we visited the state park, South Beach and Parkard Park Beach, all nice and easy access . Close to meijer and Walgreens if needed. Quiet area, great little party story across the street has a little bit of everything. Would stay again, my family enjoyed !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2021
Thank you for the review. We are happy that you had a wonderful vacation. We hope to see you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

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

Cottage near south haven

Nice property. Met our needs. Outdoor space was fantastic. A little further from downtown south haven (8 min drive) then I would have liked but overall great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2022
I am happy you enjoyed out beautiful Van Buren State Dunes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elton, Laquita, and Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place for families.

The overall experience was very good. The place was neat and well-appointed, and we appreciated the outside eating facilities. There was some difficulty with the key holder box, but it was being addressed by the owner. Reasonably priced, within a5 minutes of South Haven.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2023
Thank you so much for your review. Yes we did need to replace the key holder!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

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

Great Beach Stay

Location was great as just down the road from Van Buren State park beach access. Know that right now the steps are blocked so getting down to beach and back up after is a bit more tricky. We visited a couple other beach access points that were close by as well. House is very nice. We grilled our dinners there, and enjoyed a fire one night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2021
I am very happy that you have enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zofia S.

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

Always a lovely experience

I’ve stayed at this property three times so far and every single time it’s the same experience - absolutely amazing! The cleanliness of the house, the accommodations and the location. Just perfect! As long as I’m welcomed again I’m definitely coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2022
Thank you for staying wt us once again. We try very hard to keep it very clean!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leann G.

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

Naturalist

If you are a nature person, this is your spot! Beautiful coastline, and a bounty of wildlife especially for bird watchers. The property owner was extremely attentive and available at the drop of a hat. South Haven is a short drive and a beautiful little town. Lots of places to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2022
Thank you so much. We try to make your stay as wonderful as possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family time

Beautiful little house just about one mile from Lake Michigan. We enjoyed our walks to the beach and getting to climb the sand dunes. House is just around the corner from a small store that had a little bit of everything. Van Buren National Park is just a short walk from the house. Definitely would recommend and would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estela E.

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

Great location

The place is very well stocked and clean. It's super close to a dune and the lake. There's a lot of attention to details in decor and supplies, including a small stash of tampons and first aid stuff. The host left a thank you card for us and a triple berry jam. She also has a guest book on the counter. Just so cute!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2022
Thank you. We try to keep it stocked wt needed items.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

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

Cozy cottage in South Haven

The lot of the Dunes Cottage is spacious and well kept. We especially enjoyed the firepit and the ample space in the back yard. The amenities were plentiful -- extra towels, accessories for the bath, extra flashlights for after dark. The only constructive criticism I would give is to to maybe provide some outdoor lighting, like LED sconces, on the deck. It's hard to see at night unless a fire is already going in the fire pit. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review. I am very happy that you have a fabulous vacation. I think we may need to add a few lights around the back yard. Great idea. Thanks.
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen O.

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

Dune cottage review

The cottage is a great location in between Van Buren State park and Downtown South Haven. It was perfect for a couple and a small family who would like to have Grand Parents Included on their vacation. We had difficulty trying to turn on the front room TV and would recommend directions to connect to the cable system. Cottage could also use a dish drying rack since it did not have a dishwasher. Overall we would recommend this home and would like to return some day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2021
Thank you for the great idea. We will definitely add that either to our binder or post it somewhere. Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed your time in town.
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie G.

Clean, nice, functional

We had a very nice time at the Dune Cottage outside South Haven, even though the weather was less than perfect. The cottage was quite clean and attractively decorated and met our needs. It is a short drive to the beach at the state park and a slightly longer (but still not too far) drive into South Haven. Overall, it was great! My only suggestions would be for kitchen equipment: a colander (for draining spaghetti and washing the blueberries we picked!), a spatula (for flipping those blueberry pancakes!), and a plastic pitcher (for ice tea). Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Thank you very much for your review. We added the items you mentioned. We are glad you loved your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

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

Exactly what we needed

We were back and forth to family in South Haven so it was nice how close this was. This little home is very comfortable and clean and we really appreciated coming back to it each night. The hosts made the home very welcoming and all the little extra amenities they provided were a nice touch. They have a welcome book that was very helpful also. The one thing that we might suggest is lifting the step up to the house in the front. A higher step would’ve helped my husband who had recently had knee surgery. Great little home though, we would definitely rent again here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2023
Thank you for your great review. The front step is a little high. We hope to actually have a new front deck as we are now remodeling the exterior and landscaping.

About the host

Hosted by Joanna

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Former owners of Historic Hotel the hotel last year. We are now buying small cottages and remodeling them to host guests at a smaller scale.

Why they chose this property

The location cannot be beat. A block from the dunes and a 5 minute drive from Downtown South Haven. Get away from everything.
Beaches:
The first entrance "North Point" is about 1 block trail that takes about 10 minutes thru the woods to the water. But you do have to go down dunes to get to the water. The view in gorgeous. The main entrance is about 3 blocks away and parking is literally right at the water. Town is about 10 minute drive.

What makes this property unique

Take one walk along our recommended trail "North Pointe" to the end. If you look down out favorite will see why we LOVE IT HERE SO MUCH.

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English, Polish

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