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Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub

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Patio with grill, firepit, and views of the woods
Enjoy the sun when the enclosure is retracted!
Enjoy the Harbor Club community hot tub in all seasons!
A mini nursery off of the primary bedroom is the perfect space for your infant or toddler.
A bunk bed room with a sun graphic on the wall, carpeted floor, and white furniture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Hydrangea bedroom

1 Crib and 1 Queen Bed

Primary bedroom

1 Crib, 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Sun room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Sunshine bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite bathroom for primary bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor

Toilet

Second floor shared

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub

Show up with the kids and skip half the packing list. This South Haven home is stocked with a full nursery, high chairs, baby gates, and blackout blinds in every room. Plus a year-round heated pool two blocks away and a walking path to Lake Michigan. Sleeps up to 12 in a quiet, wooded corner of Harbor Club.

The Space
Our 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sleeps up to 12 with room to spread out, tucked into a private, wooded pocket of Harbor Club. Close to the marina, lake, and pool, but with fewer neighbors. The open kitchen and living room are built for togetherness: cook while the kids play, then relax on the big couch and stream on the smart TV. Outside, a large patio overlooks the trees, perfect for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or s'mores around the fire pit.

Built for Families with Kids

Sleep
-Full-size crib + changing table in the "mini nursery" off the primary bedroom
-Pack 'n' play and SlumberPod
-Blackout blinds in every bedroom
-Bumper pads for the lower bunks

Mealtime
-High chair and booster pad
-Plastic dishware and cups

Safety
-Baby gates at the top and bottom of the stairs
-Outlet covers, bathroom step stool, and detachable toilet safety rails

Play
-Play kitchen, indoor toys, books, and games
-Arcade-style basketball hoop, outdoor games, pool and beach toys

Pools & Beach
-Harbor Club pool (2 blocks): heated, with a retractable enclosure. Open year-round, plus a hot tub.
-Marina pool (5-min walk): outdoor summer pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day) overlooking the boats.
-Lake Michigan is a 10–15 minute walk on a dedicated, street-separated path; North and South Beaches are a 5-minute drive (golf cart rentals nearby). We provide beach chairs and towels for 12, two umbrellas, and a folding wagon.

Comforts & Essentials
-WiFi and two smart TVs
-Central air, washer/dryer, gas grill
-Full kitchen with everything you need to cook
-All towels and linens; body wash, shampoo, and conditioner in each bathroom

Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: King + a chair that folds to a single cot, plus the nursery (crib + changing table)
Bedroom 2: Queen (pack 'n' play and SlumberPod available)
Bedroom 3: Queen
Bedroom 4: Kids' room with 2 sets of twin bunks and a chalkboard wall
Sunroom: Pullout bed for 2 more

Parking
Up to 3 vehicles fit in and around the house, with overflow parking across the street and throughout Harbor Club.

Pets
Pet friendly: up to 2 dogs of any size for an additional fee. Reach out for details.

Good to Know
-A Ring doorbell on the property may capture photos and video.
-Smart TVs include popular streaming apps; sign in with your own accounts.
-The credit card processing fee, if applicable, is non-refundable if booking is cancelled regardless of when cancellation occurs.

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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

No events allowed
No events or parties allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Only dogs or cats. Not allowed on beds
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must sign rental agreement. Security Deposit required. NO parties. NO smoking.
Maximum occupancy of 12 persons. Pet fee, if applicable, is non-refundable.
Noise ordinance between 10 PM - 7 AM. City fines for garbage cans left in front of house Sundays before 6 PM and Mondays after 8pm.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3376741vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events or parties allowed
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Oval Beach - 27 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Silver Beach - 33 min drive - 59.0 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub have a pool?

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

Is Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kid & Baby Friendly; Indoor/Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Kal Haven Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and the house was just as perfect and charming. The outdoor pool and hot tub are wonderful in winter -- the large pool is essentially "globed" with a heated enclosure. The bedrooms are sizeable and there is room for everyone! We will stay again next winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Great weekend

Four adults and five kids were very happy with our stay. The cottage is exactly as the pictures look. The cottage was very clean and met our expectations. We were very happy with how well the cottage was stocked with towels, trash bags, paper towels, etc. The cottage had plenty of games for the children to play. The enclosed pool and outdoor hot tub was a big hit. We will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Macala D.

Great stay!

This property fit our family perfectly. It was well stocked with the essentials. We have stayed here twice now and will keep coming back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to downtown. Home was perfectly setup for young kids. Had a wonderful time. Would definitely stay again. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Liz and Steve's house - we had 3 kids under 5 and it was one of the most kid friendly homes and locations we have ever stayed in. It was clean, well-stocked, and in a great location close to the beach and pool nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Allyson R.

Perfect Family Weekend

We had the pleasure of staying at Sunshine Cottage with our family, and it made for the perfect fall weekend getaway! It was our first time visiting South Haven—a true gem. The house is beautifully appointed for families with young children and includes everything you might need for a trip to the beach. The location is fantastic—close to both the beach and downtown—and having access to the community pool was an extra treat. We can’t wait to visit South Haven and stay here again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience! Really appreciate the consideration for guests with small children - I didn’t have to worry about safety (eg stairs) at all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Great spot for families

We really enjoyed our stay at Sunshine Cottage. It was super well equipped with all sorts of essentials for babies and toddlers that made trip logistics a lot easier. Super clean and comfortable. Community pool was very nice and the location was convenient!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marissa D.

Amazing relaxing stay!

High recommend! So comfortable and easy. Close to downtown south haven with a lot of space! Perfect for kids!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

South Haven Family Getaway

The Sunshine Cottage was the perfect house for our family getaway to South Haven! The home was full of amazing amenities and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. The owners were also lovely to work with and were very attentive. We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

Wonderful Winter Weekend with Family

The Sunshine Cottage was clean and complete with so many thoughtful details. The indoor pool was a huge hit with clean bathroom and showers too! We hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2024
We're so glad you had a wonderful weekend. We hope to see you back again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claire O.

Optimal place for families

We stayed a weekend at the Sunshine cottage & had a delightful time. It was clean & the amenities were great for our family & friends. All the small touches like stools for the kids to wash hands & nightlights in the bedrooms & bathrooms made it feel like home. Beds were comfortable & there was plenty of space to hang out together or to relax alone during downtime. We enjoyed taking the chairs & sand toys to the beach for sunset. Well done Sunshine Cottage, we’ll be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

House and pool were great!

We came with 2 families with 7 kids for new years. The house had everything we could need and kids were never bored, plenty of space and beds, The enclosed pool was great and the outdoor hot tub was wonderful Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Very family friendly!

I’d have to say this was one of my favorite houses to stay in! The house was beautiful and clean. It was a great layout. It was perfect how it was so kid friendly. The toys were great, the crib room and the bunk beds. It was just perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macala D.

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

Family vacation

We had a blast staying at this property in south haven. It was perfect for our family (ages range from 2-6 for the children). There were toys that my 2 and 4 year old loved playing with. We enjoyed the fire pit and it is close to the neighborhood pool. We made lots of great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house had the perfect layout for our family! So many thoughtful touches to make the stay easy with kids: fans in each bedroom, little shelf to set the baby monitor on, plenty of bedding and sleeping options for kids, kid friendly dishware, the list goes on! It was nice having access to two pools, easy drive to North or South Beach, a fun trail by the house that grandma took the kids to explore, and we roasted marshmallows on the back patio fire pit. The house was clean and met all of our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena W.

Fun Family Friendly Home

We had 3 generations in the house and it was well equipped for all, especially the kids. We loved the layout of the home with beach supplies in the garage and backyard fire pit. The new pool and hot tub was definitely a perk for staying in Harbor Club. The hosts were very responsive to our questions. Would certainly come back to Sunshine Cottage!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Sunshine Cottage

This place is beautiful. It’s very clean and well stocked with everything you need during your stay. We enjoyed the closeness of the pool, beach, restaurants, and the shops. It’s easy to walk to the town, park or beach if you want an easy walk every day. The house is very accommodating for families with children. Our grandchildren loved the kids room. We had a wonderful time. Next time we need to stay longer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the house and the location. The house had everything we needed and it was beautifully decorated. If you are coming with young children, the sunroom is perfect with a small table and chairs and a play kitchen. We enjoyed both available pools, but preferred the marina pool because there were less people and we had the pool to ourselves most times. We enjoyed eating at the Lodge, Clementines and Admiral Jacks. We like going to Meijer because we don't have one in Iowa. We also enjoy shopping downtown South Haven at their unique shops. This time we rented a pontoon boat from Blue Water at the marina and that was a lot of fun. Overall, out rental experience was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Immaculate home, well thought out amenities, and memorable stay!

The owners did an amazing job with this property. Our family of 9 stayed comfortably with room to spare for extra guests. The toiletries were plentiful, and linens were well stocked. The kitchen was more equipped than my kitchen at home and we were able to prepare every meal during our stay in the kitchen at home. We enjoyed S’mores around the campfire every night and the owners even left us marshmallows, chocolate, and Graham crackers which was such a thoughtful touch. The home is just minutes from downtown South Haven without the crowds you’ll experience there. It was very conveniently located with a nice farmers market around the corner and Meijer a minute away. We will seek it out again on future trips to South Haven.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arne F.

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

Sunshine Cottage in South Haven

We were looking for a house with plenty of space for a family get-together that was located near the beach and this property fit the bill. We were 5 adults and 3 kids and the house could have held more. All the living spaces were fine with comfortable furnishings, the kitchen was fully equipped, and the television and internet setup was great. There were plenty of toys for the kids and a good selection of books and games. For the beach there were folding chairs, umbrellas, beach toys and a wagon to haul everything in. Closest beach access was about a half-mile walk, the pool was even closer, and the excellent South Haven public beaches were a few minutes away by car. The property managers were very helpful. All in all, we had a pleasant and relaxing stay and highly recommend Sunshine Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Winter Weekend

We had a wonderful winter weekend at Sunshine cottage. This house was fully stocked with everything we needed. We had two toddlers and the house was very safe for children. It had all the necessary items we needed without us having to drag them. There was a pack and play,highchair, booster chair, bumpers for the beds, the kids just loved it. Enclosed pool was a big highlight. The kids loved swimming in a nice warm enclosure and we adults enjoy the outdoor hot tub which was the perfect temperature. We spent our afternoons at the kids corner park, which was directly across from Lake Michigan. It was a great way to spend time outdoors. South Haven is a charming town and it was nice and quiet in the winter time. This beautiful House offered us a great time to spend with family, playing games, watching movies, and even an outdoor fire with some s’mores.Thanks for sharing your home with us. We will definitely be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timmy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Liz and Steve

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Our family has been making trips to Southwest Michigan for years, finding respite and joy in weeks spent near the beach. We love the simplicity and quality family time it brings to our normally hectic lives. We are thrilled to now own our own little piece of this beautiful area and are excited to share it with you. After years of renting ourselves, we have learned a lot about what makes a guest feel welcome and we look forward to providing that to you.

Why they chose this property

We were so tired of houses claiming to be "family friendly" because they had a pack'n'play available. So we decided to create our dream family friendly beach house. Beautiful and comfy with all the safety features and conveniences that we needed for our kids. And we are happy to offer this truly family friendly home to you!

We also love the comfy, casual vibe of the town of South Haven and, of course, the beach! Sitting on the beach for a Lake Michigan sunset is always a perfect vacation moment. And even with our love of the beach, we know that getting kids down to the beach can be...a lot. So we love the convenience of the Harbor Club association pools for mornings or afternoons when a quick dip will suffice. And the new 4 season pool means they can burn off some energy any time of year!

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