Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!
Welcome to Black River Haven Serene. Scenic. Steps from Downtown.
"Absolutely stunning! The river views were amazing, and the location was perfect for exploring South Haven. We will definitely be back!" – Jessica
Nestled along the peaceful Black River, Black River Haven offers a two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom retreat designed for relaxation and convenience. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a weekend with friends, this cozy two-story condo provides the perfect setting. Enjoy breathtaking river views, a private deck off the master suite, and a spacious patio where you can unwind while watching boats drift by.
Located just minutes from downtown South Haven, you’ll have easy access to charming shops, restaurants, and beaches, making it effortless to enjoy everything this vibrant lakeside town has to offer.
About the Home:
Designed with comfort and style, Black River Haven is a retreat where you can relax, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of South Haven. Inside, you'll find a bright and airy living space with large windows that frame the stunning river views. The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy, and the cozy living room invites you to unwind after a day of exploring.
Wake up to the soothing sights and sounds of the river in the master bedroom, where a private deck offers the perfect spot for morning coffee. The spacious downstairs patio provides another great space to lounge and take in the peaceful surroundings.
"We loved sitting on the deck in the mornings with coffee and watching the boats go by. So relaxing!" – Mark
Features of Black River Haven
Living & Entertainment Spaces:
✔ Bright and spacious living room with river views ✔ Smart HDTVs in both the living room and master suite ✔ High-speed Wi-Fi for work or streaming ✔ Comfortable furnishings for a cozy stay
Kitchen & Dining:
✔ Kitchen with all essential appliances ✔ Coffee maker with complimentary coffee grounds ✔ Dining table with seating for 4 ✔ Cookware, utensils, and dinnerware provided
"The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. It was nice having a full kitchen so close to downtown!" – Sarah
Bedrooms & Bathrooms:
✔ Bedroom 1 (Master Suite): Queen bed with premium mattress & private deck overlooking the river ✔ Bedroom 2: Queen bed with ample storage ✔ Additional Sleeping: Full-size pull-out sofa bed in the living room ✔ Full bathroom upstairs with fresh towels & toiletries ✔ Half-bathroom on the main level for added convenience
"The beds were incredibly comfortable, and we loved the private deck off the master bedroom. Such a peaceful spot!" – Rachel
Outdoors:
✔ Private deck off the master suite with seating for two ✔ Spacious downstairs patio with outdoor seating & river views ✔ Beach towels provided for days at the beach
"Loved sitting outside on the patio in the evenings—it was so peaceful!" – Tom
Additional Amenities:
✔ Full-size washer & dryer for guest use ✔ Keyless entry for secure & easy check-in ✔ All linens and essentials provided ✔ Hosts offer excellent communication & support throughout your stay
"Check-in was seamless, and the hosts were incredibly responsive. Highly recommend this place!" – Emily
Explore South Haven ✔ Walk to Downtown South Haven – Explore charming shops, restaurants, and local attractions ✔ Multiple Beaches Nearby – Walk or take a short drive to enjoy sandy shores & stunning sunsets ✔ Boating & Water Activities – Watch the boats pass by or rent a kayak for an adventure ✔ Local Wineries & Breweries – Sample Michigan’s best at nearby tasting rooms
Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled getaway, Black River Haven offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.
Book your stay today and experience the magic of South Haven!
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
South Haven
Located on the waterfront, this condo is in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
South Haven, MI
What's nearby
Michigan Maritime Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Warner Vineyards - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
South Haven Center for the Arts - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Kal Haven Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
North Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Bangor Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Julia - 12 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Burger King - 2 min drive
Arby's - 3 min drive
Six Chicks - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches! on 4 Jun, 2026 start from S$412, 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 at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches! located?
Located in North Side, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Stanley Johnson Park and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and North Beach are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a great place stay with views of the Black River and all the boats traveling on the river. Close to the downtown and the beaches. It’s a great place to come and relax. We saw some wonderful sunsets and some great waves crashing against the lighthouse.
Larry B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear to enjoyed everything. Please reach out if you'd like to book a future stay!
Great, relaxing location. The place was clean and in a great location for walking to either north or south beach and getting into town. Hosts were excellent communicators!
Aaron H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and had a relaxing stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
I highly recommend staying here. Great location to walk to the beach and downtown. Just as advertised, and Chad was always quick to respond.
Karen S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Thank you for the recommendation! I’m so glad you enjoyed the location and that everything was just as expected. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
We loved our stay in South Haven. The location was great to walk to all of the good local spots. Very clean and comfortable stay!
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2024
Thank you for the kind review, Jessica! We're so glad you loved your stay in South Haven and enjoyed the location. It’s great to hear that the space was clean and comfortable for you. We’d love to welcome you back for another great stay anytime!
This is a perfect little place to stay if you want to be close to the action of both downtown and the beach. Great sunrises in the morning on the patio decks. Watch the boats go by on the river. Clean and quiet. Host was very communicative.
Dalyn M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words, Dalyn! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful river views and the location. It’s hard to beat those sunrise moments from the patio! We also appreciate your note about the cleanliness and communication. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Cozy condo very well decorated and convenient for walking to town or the beach. Had everything we needed and great parking right at the front door. We will stay here again and cant wait to come back.
rick p.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review, Rick! We're glad you found our home well-decorated and convenient. It's great to hear that you enjoyed the proximity to town and the beach, as well as the parking convenience. We'd love to have you stay again!
This was the perfect destination for a quiet getaway with a friend! The place was clean and just as described. The host was very accommodating and quick to reply to any communication. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in South Haven.
Jessica D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2025
Thanks so much for the kind words, Jessica! We're thrilled to hear the home was the perfect spot for your getaway. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re so glad everything met your expectations. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in South Haven again!
We had such a great stay! This condo is very comfortable and is in the perfect location: close to town and to the beach! And the sunrise views over the river were marvelous. We would happily return here for another visit.
Tricia M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the kind words, Tricia! We would welcome you back any time!
My husband I and stayed here for our 25th anniversary trip and it was perfect! The condo was very clean and had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable and the view of the river was great! We enjoyed sitting outside and watching boats go by, it was very peaceful and relaxing. The location was perfect for walking to town and to the beaches. We would definitely recommend this condo!
Kerri H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our condo for such a special occasion, Kerri! We're so glad to hear it was a peaceful and relaxing stay and that you enjoyed the river views and walkable location. It's always great to know our guests feel comfortable and well taken care of. We'd love to host you again anytime you're back in town!
Very clean and in a great location. Host was quick to respond when we had questions. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Cara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2023
Thank you for the kind words, Cara! We enjoyed hosting you and your family and are happy to hear that you had a good time. You're welcome back any time!
- Chad
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was clean, up-to-date, very close to the beach and various shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed the boats coming and going while we sat on the back deck.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your review, Jama! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the cleanliness and location. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Very cute condo, nicely decorated, well stocked, very clean, very scenic location. We would highly recommend this property!
Sandy A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review, Sandy! We're glad to hear you found the condo nicely decorated, and well-stocked. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the location and found everything to be very clean. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We hope to host you again soon for another lovely stay!
Hosts were prompt to respond to any questions. The condo was clean, had everything we needed, perfect location & simply just comfortable! We enjoyed watching the boats in the morning in evening, very relaxing.
Beth H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review, Beth! We’re happy to hear you felt comfortable and enjoyed the views. Glad the location and amenities worked out perfectly for your stay. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Wonderful place to stay. Quaint, peaceful, and quite, which is exactly what we needed. Communication with the owner was fantastic. Walkable to downtown restaurants, shops, the beach, and the lighthouse. We really enjoyed sitting on the back deck/patio facing the river at the start and end our days there. It was a lovely retreat for my husband and I for a quick getaway from home. It felt exactly like a beach vacation but only a couple hours away instead of a full day's worth of travel. We'll definitely be back.
Christi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear the home provided the peaceful retreat you were looking for and that you enjoyed the deck overlooking the river. It’s wonderful that the location gave you that true beach vacation feel without the long travel. We’d love to host you and your husband again anytime!
Had a very nice stay here. Nice place. Good location. Communication with the host was good. I would definitely stay here again.
Cathy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review, Cathy! We're delighted to hear that you had a very nice stay and enjoyed the location. It's wonderful to know that our communication met your expectations. We would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!
We really enjoyed our stay for Icebreakers as the location of the condo was perfect for walking to town. The condo was very nicely decorated and the beds were very comfortable.
melanie k.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb, 2023
We're glad to hear you guys had a great time at ice breakers and that we were able to make your stay enjoyable! You're welcome back anytime :)
Thank you for your review, Doug! We're thrilled to hear that you're already planning a return for next summer. We look forward to hosting you again and making your next stay just as enjoyable!
All sisters and mom stayed location was perfect had the best wknd
Darin F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2024
Thank you for the review, Darin! We're glad to hear that they had the best weekend and found the location perfect. We hope to welcome them back for more memorable stays in the future!
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend in South Haven. This condo was amazing. It was close to the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. Loved the back patio. Convenient parking out front. Condo was very clean. I will definitely be coming back!
Melissa A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2025
Thank you for the great review, Melissa! I’m so glad you and your husband had a fantastic weekend. It’s wonderful to hear that the condo’s location, patio, and overall comfort made your stay enjoyable. We’d love to have you back anytime you’re planning another getaway!
The property was perfect for our family! Location was great, we walked every where we wanted to go! The property was clean and had everything we needed for our long weekend!
Melanie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
We're very pleased to hear that you had a great time staying at our home, Melanie! Please come stay with us again if you find yourself in South Haven!
About the host
Hosted by Chad & Brooke Schmidt
Our family has visited South Haven for summer vacation for many years and we've always dreamed of owning our own little piece of paradise in the area to be able to share with others!
Black River Haven is that dream come to life. We've put a lot of love and care into the home to make it a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway. We love sitting on the balcony, while gazing out across the Black River, watching boats go by. The location is perfect and the neighborhood is nice and quiet.
We're excited to make plenty more family memories and are happy to be able to offer Black River Haven for you to make memories in as well. Let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay perfect.
Enjoy the sandy beaches, laid back lifestyle and spectacular sunrises at Black River Haven!
Why they chose this property
Our cozy condo is situated right on the Black River and is only a few minutes walk to downtown South Haven. The sunrises that we get to witness across the river are breathtaking and the quiet neighborhood makes for a relaxing time.
What makes this property unique
Enjoy your favorite beverage on the spacious deck, while watching the parade of boats go by each day. If you wake up early enough, you can witness some beautiful sunrises across the river!
Languages:
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