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1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit

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Packard Park beach out front. View from kitchen
Sandy Beach
Pool from top of pool house - garage door opens to kitchen, ping pong, bathroom
John Widdicomb sofa living area with TV
Full Kitchen w Dishwasher, Disposal Refrigerator w ice maker,Steelcase chairs

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit


Nestled in the charming town of South Haven, this 1-bedroom cottage offers the perfect escape for your next vacation. Situated just steps away from the stunning Lake Michigan and North Beach, you'll be able to enjoy the serene lakefront views and the convenience of being just a quick walk to downtown for dining and shopping. This cottage is normally NOT available Memorial Day to late August as it rents with another cottage.
As a traveler, you'll delight in the array of amenities this property has to offer. Unwind in the outdoor pool(May 1- Oct 20), stay connected with the high-speed WiFi, and take advantage of the washer and dryer. In the evenings, cozy up on the smart TV with cable channels.

The cottage boasts a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to prepare delicious meals. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside and gather around the fire pit for a memorable outdoor experience.

Indoors, you'll find a comfortable living room, essential bathroom amenities, and air conditioning to ensure your stay is as relaxing as possible. For added convenience, the property offers parking and a travel crib for families.

Embrace the great outdoors with the provided beach loungers, towels, and outdoor furniture, perfect for soaking up the sun or enjoying a game of ping pong. With the stunning lake views and easy access to the beaches, this cottage is the ideal destination for your next unforgettable vacation.

Other cottage(s) on premise:
Depending upon occupancy they may be there to use pool
vrbo.com/706369 2 bed
vrbo.com/706370 3-6 bed
Pool is shared with adjacent cottage of 5+ people if rented at same time

This cottage is part of a 9-bed complex for the whole family in the summer with pool Memorial Day to late August as VRBO.com/706368
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 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Wagon, beach chairs, bikes
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pre-approval required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premise. No Vaping due to chemicals

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
You are our guests, leave beds, toss towels on floor in shower, get computer and phone cords & turn off lights.
Remove any subscriptions from TV. We can't be responsible for their use after check out.
Please start a wash load of beach towels if used as they take so long to dry. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Contract must be signed and emailed or texted within 5 days of booking. Pool Waiver may be signed upon arrival when we show you how to use pool.
South Haven has noise curfew rules. Weeknights 10pm Friday and Saturday 11pm move noise inside. Pool house closed at posted hours.
Pre-approval required. It must sleep on dog bed or crate, not permitted on furniture. Must be on flea/tick treatment Dogs must be leashed at all times

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 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 the waterfront, this cottage is in North Side, a neighborhood in South Haven. Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stanley Johnson Park and Warner Vineyards. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit on Apr 11, 2026 start from $198, 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.

Is 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1-bedroom cottage steps to Lake Michigan Beach fire pit located?

Located in North Side, this cottage is steps from North Beach and Lake Michigan. Stanley Johnson Park and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 183 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great accommodations steps from beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cammille H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was pet friendly but could not view beach from our window.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, welcoming, and stocked with everything you could need. Lovely area, with minimal walk to a beautiful beach. The owner was very helpful, and easy to contact. Definitely a place we would love to return to!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely very clean. Delicious snacks for us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place just across the street from the water. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Very well-equipped property

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location to many activities. We shopped, walked the beach, walked to the Maritime Museum, took a boat ride and ate at several local restaurants! It was a great way to spend a long weekend. The cottage was clean and well-stocked with basics as well as a few treats!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marta's cottage. The little welcome basket and bottle of wine was delightful, along with the quiet jazz that was playing upon our arrival. The cottage is so cute, and we found it to be very clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure to get to know Marta a little bit, and it is clear she cares about her guests and wants their stay to be a great experience...and ours was!! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin I.

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

Great!

The place was great, the bed very comfortable, rested well. The pool, location all was great too. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Great location

My wife and I enjoy walking. This home is very close to the beach and a short walk to the main strip. It was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia D.

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

Highly recommend!

We stayed in this adorable clean cottage for the Icebreakers Festival - looking forward to coming back in the summertime!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great location! Wonderful hostess!

We stayed in one of the cottages! Marta was a wonderful hostess greeting us with a very nice note and snacks. The cottage was a perfect size and walkable which is what we love! We definitely will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dionne C.

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

Perfect Location

Beautiful property which had everything we needed. We especially enjoyed the sunsets. Marta was very responsive to all our inquiries. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage A was cute and cozy appointed with everything you could need! The full size kitchen with grill right out your door was so thoughtful if you prefer to hang out on the beach all day. The beach access is right there and the place has chairs and a wagon to get you there. The sunsets are gorgeous and the views endless. The host provided us with a lovely bottle of wine and cheese which we enjoyed with the beautiful sunset. Thank you Marta! What a lovely break from our worries.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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

Yearly away time.

I enjoyed my stay. Had not as weather as last year, but still enjoyed walking on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

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

Perfect Birthday Trip

This was a perfect place to stay for a weekend birthday trip. Marta was so nice. The property was available hours earlier than expected. We loved the complimentary grills and fire pits. The location to the beach was so convenient. It was a great place to stay with our dog. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennie h.

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

Great cottage for 2

We stayed 4 nights for our anniversary celebration. Owner left us snacks, wine and chocolate. Does it get any better then that...great communication, easy check in and out. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrill G.

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

Short getaway

a short walk to the beach. Beautiful sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

COOL O.

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

Great place

We have stayed at many vacation rentals. They have all that little stuff needed. It was nicely decorated for Christmas. Very classy owner!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alaina L.

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

Lovely little place!

This was a great option for a short stay, even though we came right before the pool opened! It was so close to the beach we could see the water from the window, and close enough to town to walk in. Marta was quick and complete with communications, and the place was clean and well set up for us to arrive. Would totally stay here again! Thanks Marta
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Had a perfect weekend!

Grounds were beautiful and very clean. Location was amazing. The host, Marta, was very accommodating and responsive. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin I.

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

Great relaxing time of leisure.

It was great, just what I needed and hoped for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wonderful last minute getaway

Marta was a very gracious, responsive host. We had an excellent weekend and were so please with the location and property. Definitely plan on returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie R.

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

Relaxing

Perfect few days of piece and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marta Petter

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I have an upscale historic house I remodeled and rent in Saugatuck - vrbo/444711 and used to live in South Haven so found this wonderful gem across from Packard Park and have remodeled it for upscale rental.
More remodeling completed Spring 2020. Pool and pool house going in for 2021

Why they chose this property

The location and setting is stellar.

What makes this property unique

This cottage has plenty of windows, separate bedroom and open concept living, dining kitchen and then a nice patio and 300 feet of sandy beach just across the street. Great beach walking, sun bathing, swimming, sunsets and all a quick stroll to downtown South Haven. Catalpa trees all around the property too! Private parking too.

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English, Spanish

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