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Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!

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End of the dead end, over 1/2 acre 2 blocks from beach. Outbuilding to left.
Enter into dining room. Table on left can be expanded to seat 6-8. Seat 12-16.
Dining room open to both living room and kitchen. Everything is open and airy.
Living room seating for 9-12. Open to dining room. First floor is very open.
Kitchen is open to both dining room and back patio with eat-in outdoor kitchen.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

4 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!

This 7 bedroom, 4 bath home sleeps 16 n beds with room for more, and sits on over half an acre (3 wonderfully shaded and secluded lots) on the end of a dead-end road, only 2 blocks to the blue stairs at South Beach, and 1 block to Kids Corner! You will not be driving to the beach--it is faster to walk. For the bicycle-enthusiast, the newly-paved bike-trail sits 50-feet from the home. This wonderful 4-mile trail will take you directly to the State Park, where you can explore dunes, sit on the beach, and explore an area that many who come to South Haven do not even know exists. If you're looking for a family-friendly South Beach vacation in South Haven, you have found your home!


Because it's summer, you'll get a lot of use out of the outdoor kitchen, featuring an oversize grill, sink, and fridge, with an eat-out counter, sitting on over 500 square feet of stone patio.

The home includes three downstairs bedrooms, one with a Queen bed, one with a King and a twin, and one with a King. Full bath with tub/shower downstairs. Large living room with a 65" 1080p tv that is open to dining room. Living Room, dining room, and kitchen/kitchen eating nook are all very open-concept, and family gathering indoors will not be a problem for even the largest groups!

Four upstairs bedrooms, two have a queen, one has a queen and a twin, one has four twins. Two full baths upstairs, one with a beautiful tumbled-stone tile, glass encased walk-in shower, another with a whirlpool tub.

Kitchen features poured-concrete counter tops, stainless appliances, and bar-seating for four. Formal dining area features two tables with-seating for 12-16.

Back yard is huge, with plenty of mature trees and areas for the kids to explore! Across the street is a city-owned park area where you can play soccer, throw a baseball around, or have a little picnic!

If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

South Haven

South Side, a neighborhood in South Haven, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Entertainment - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! on May 4, 2026 start from $956, 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 Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Only 2 blocks to beach, one block to kids corner, over half an acre! located?

Located in South Side, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. Southside Municipal Marina and Warner Vineyards are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 42 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and Location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barant H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house was a great location for our family of 12! Perfect for taking 2 year olds to the park and South Beach easily, and loved having the trail to walk each morning. The yard was big and family friendly. Plenty of beds for all and great fun in the poker/game outbuilding! The second hand furniture and peeling paint in places left a little to be desired for overall look, but for the lower price we feel it’s worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Family get away

Great location and no traffic since it is at end of street. House is ok but could use some TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Had a great time

Property was perfect for our group. Great yard for my grandsons to play in. We had nightly fires and movies. Out building worked great for an office for work calls. Location was perfect for the park and beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, met our needs

Our family enjoyed our stay. Great location and size for a large family. Private setting at the end of the street near a biking/walking trail. Close to the beach, a large playground, and short walk into town. South Haven is a very nice area. The property met our needs and has a lot of potential.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

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

Perfect for family reunion

The house was so comfortable. Beach access was really close, with a pleasant walk through a lovely old neighborhood. A bluff above the beach had benches and was perfect for older members of our group to watch the sunset. The large yard had a table for dinner, an outdoor kitchen with a grill and a firepit that made it ideal for family gatherings. We just enjoyed our stay there so much and would recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo K.

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

South Haven

We had a couple issues I got a hold of the property owner working on resolving the issues. Thank you again, John.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia n.

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

Rare 7 bedroom property

If you want all polished hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms with tvs (even closets) and modern furniture, go elsewhere. The 7 private bedrooms, many with more than 1 bed (plus a separate outbuilding with a fold-out couch) met our extended family's priority for a week's stay very near Lake Michigan within South Haven with a very safe property for young children. The landlord was helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carla K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Looks Can Be Deceiving

This property looks great from the pictures on VRBO, but that is not what you get when you get there. You do have clean sheets and bathrooms, but there needs to be better upgrades on things that are broken, missing, or dirty. The game room out back smells of mold. The outdoor kitchen had a filthy gas grill and the table to eat on hadn’t been cleaned in ages. The outdoor refrigerator was dirty and broken. We are a group of campers so we made it work for us. We love the proximity to the beach and the bike trails, but it was not the standard we were expecting for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Family Gathering

This house is perfect for a large family gathering. The location is great as you can walk downtown and to the beach. The bedrooms were smaller than they appeared on line but we managed fine. No one ever had to wait for a bathroom as there were 4 though we hadn't anticipated running out of toilet paper in the first 24 hours and having to go to the store. We also could have used a few more plates and silverware. The large back yard was wonderful and the three grandchildren has a ball playing soccer (Women's World Cup was in progress) with the adults. Overall, I would rate this house excellent and we would come back in two years when we want to do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Linda m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great Location, but.....

The house is in a great location. However, the owner needs to spend time on repairs and maintenance. I did not reach out to the homeowner, because there were repairs that needed to be made over 2 years ago, that he still not has addressed. The refrigerator leaks, ice maker doesn't work. We did have a good time, but we would not rent the house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mariyah S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family Stay - Think Twice

If you want a place two blocks from the beach with a large yard, this may work. However, if cleanliness and comfort matter, look elsewhere. We didn’t receive check-in info via VRBO, so I emailed him. He texted the details later and mentioned a big new Weber gas grill. When we arrived, the house was covered in cobwebs. While some are normal in summer, we didn't expect spiders inside in every corner or above the beds. The furniture was ripped, the mattresses were so worn that two people would roll into the middle, and the floors were too dirty to walk on barefoot. Sheets looked dirty, and paint was peeling around the house. The freezer was missing shelves, making it nearly unusable. When I contacted John, he said the cleaning crew should have informed him about the freezer. Two hours later, water leaked from the fridge. He said it had been leaking for a month and suggested we use towels. Talk about a safety hazard. I cannot believe it takes a month to replace a fridge. The bathrooms were moldy and misrepresented. One had just a jacuzzi, and another was in a filthy outhouse. Not great for after the beach. When I expressed our disappointment, John was dismissive: that the appeal was the location and yard and we could leave if we wanted. Where were to go? Ironically, the yard was in such bad shape we asked if he could turn on the water so we could clean the patio to sit for a meal. He never responded, so we swept it ourselves. We had to clean the grill ourselves to use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Paul F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

S. Haven

Lack of quality towels, toilet paper, closets, & cleanliness. Not clean; cobwebs and kitchen supplies. Broken chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrea R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty.

Mold in showers and slimy. No mirror in bathroom. Very difficult to open and close sliding door. Easy fixes and desperately needs a deep clean. Property has great potential if kept up better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

House needs maintenance especially the garage. However, it is near the beach and does have a lot of

Needs work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always fun in South Haven

Property location on dead end street ideal for children with large yard for kids to play. Rooms were small but for the most part adequate. Bathroom facilities could be updated and cleaner and refrigerator leaked water with non functioning water and ice dispenser. Despite these problems house was very comfortable and we enjoyed are time in South Haven at this property. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Buisness Retreat

We loved our stay. Location was close to everything and property manager was great to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

ruth m.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

House in need of attention

We were disappointed in the house upon arrival. The bathroom grout was dirty, the grass needed mowing and the extra game room was very musty smelling. I did contact the owner and he was prompt in having the yard mowed and the bathrooms were cleaned but the problem is the type of grout. The house furnishings were very minimal and the living room furniture was pretty worn. It would have been nice to have hooks or rods available in all the bedrooms for hanging bath towels. The location was great and we did enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great backyard and location to beach.

A nice location and yard to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tonya W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not worth the money

Only nice thing here was location. This property has a long list of disrepair items …. Leaking through the ceiling from upstairs bathroom, mold growth in upstairs shower and in laundry room, leaking refrigerator with non working ice maker, patio furniture that frankly was scary to sit on, grill was filthy, lawn needed mowed and the place has not seen a landscaper in some time. Furniture was scarce and in poor shape. Only one TV in the entire main house… really? It’s really a shame because this place has so much potential if the owner would invest back into the property. My suggestion ~ keep looking this property is not worth $700+ per night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

cheryl h.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Don’t always get what you pay for!!!

Short on towels, refrigerator froze items, ice machine didn’t work, toaster browned one side, screen on slider taped to hold together, didn’t slide. Loose patio blocks separated, patio chairs iffy, upstairs shower leaked through ceiling on to my suitcase full of clothes. Definitely need some TLC. Also a woman touch wouldn’t hurt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location, poor property upkeep

Best things about this property are location (close to beach and bike trail) and large back yard, however house was not clean and in poor repair. There were several issues with the building. Upper half of house is quite a bit warmer than lower half and several upstairs windows had no screens. Mouse droppings in kitchen cabinet and outbuilding, mattresses stained and without covers, not enough sheets for all beds, outside grill only heated to 300 degrees, dirty dishes in kitchen cabinet when we arrived, stained towels. Property could really shine with proper cleaning, pest control, and better upkeep, especially for rental price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vicki M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

So so property in a great location

The actual house was not as nice as the photos. The kitchen tables and chairs were different and the covering on the chairs was ripped. The living room furniture, also different from the photos, was mismatched, uncomfortable and in poor condition. The exterior was not kept up in the same condition as depicted in the photo. For the extra cleaning fee I expected a more thoroughly cleaned house. There were lots of dusty furniture surfaces and dusty baseboards. The outdoor furniture was also dirty and in poor condition. While we enjoyed our week in South Haven because of the convenient location and great weather; I had the impression the owner felt he didn’t have to try so much while charging a premium price, just because of the location and spaciousness of the property. I would love to return but only if there were assurances of furniture upgrades and better cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew P.

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

Perfect 4th of July Getaway

This spot was perfect for our group for the long weekend. Fit 14 people comfortably and had a large backyard that was great for a variety of activities. Short walk to the beach and easy drive to local stores/golf courses were a huge plus as well. Will be checking availability again for a return trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Friends & Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay and John was very accommodating and available when we had any questions. The house is in a great location. Within walking distance to the beach, playground and downtown. Highly recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by John J. Frost

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I own a law practice in South Haven, and purchased my first vacation home about 9 years ago. I love watching people enjoy their vacations and strive to make sure your week in South Haven is memorable and wonderful!

Why they chose this property

There is no other properly like this property in South Haven. End of a dead-end. Over 1/2 acre. One block to Kids Corner. 2 blocks to South Beach. Right next to Van Buren Bike trail. A vacationer's dream!

What makes this property unique

End of a dead end, 0.6 acre, this close to the beach and Kids Corner? For a family or two (or three!) with lots of young children, or a family reunion with lots of kids, this home is perfect!

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