Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!

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A covered outdoor living area with wooden flooring, wicker furniture, and a ceiling fan.
A corner window seat with a view of trees, a parked car outside, and a bench with striped cushions.
A covered dining area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a table with chairs.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of a forested area.
A kitchen with a central island, dark chairs, wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a chalkboard with writing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Van Buren State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Porter Legacy Dunes
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Buren State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

South Haven

South Haven is home to this holiday home. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warner Vineyards and Southside Municipal Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Porter Legacy Dunes - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • North Point Conservation Area - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Van Buren State Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • South Beach - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 18 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Captain Lou's Boathouse And Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake! located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Porter Legacy Dunes and Lake Michigan. North Point Conservation Area and Van Buren State Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Favorite place to be
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2026
Thanks, Rachael!! We love having you!! It is so nice to be on the porch at any time!! Thanks so much for choosing our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn was awesome to work with. We love the house and the screened in porch is perfect for game time and bug free evenings. The quick walk to the lake was easy for everyone including the grandkids. This was our third stay and we will be back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2026
Thank you, Terri! It’s so nice to enjoy that screened porch!! It’s a game changer!! I’m so happy you love it as much as we do. Thanks so much!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WILL VISIT AGAIN

Amazing spot for families! Very close to parks/beaches and town! Our kids had an amazing, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and setting. The wrap around porch was very nice. The hosts were great at responding to any questions we had while there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!!! We hope to hear from you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice week by the beach.

The property is well appointed, close to the beach, and near South Haven and Saint Joseph.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful family getaway

We enjoyed this beautiful lodge, amenities & incredible wrap around porch! To be within walking distance of the dunes and trails was a plus. Seeing it all in person exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2022
I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself!! We love sitting on the porch, listening to the sounds of silence!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house!

We really enjoyed this house at South Haven! Very nice, plenty of rooms, great porch, loved the sand volleyball court! Is was close to town. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Thank you!!! We sure hope you do come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great girls get away

Great house for a girls get a way weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded getaway

We had a wonderful time at the house! The volleyball sand area, the wraparound porch, being able to grill, the spacious and well stocked living quarters were enjoyed by all!! The proximity to the South Haven beach topped off the vacation! Lynn was an excellent host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words! We believe it is an ideal location. Hope to hear from you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying here. Place was clean and welcoming. Spent most of the time on the screened in porch. Some beds could use updated but that’s personal preference. Had a great time with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice family vacation spot

The house is spacious and very well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms. The upstairs bedrooms get stuffy at night; it helps to sleep with the doors open. The firepit and beach gear available to guests were greatly appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your opinion. We greatly appreciate it! Please come back next year!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location close to beach.

My family had a great time! Excellent location. The screened in porch was our favorite! We had a great time at the beach. The owner was quick to respond and answer our questions. Looking forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words! The porch is fabulous, I have to admit! I do hope we hear from you again! Lynn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation!!

We had a great time staying at this rental property. House was very tidy and clean. We spent most of the time on the covered porch just visiting. Nice short walk to an awesome private beach and the volleyball pit beside the house was a hit. Would definitely recommend and plan on staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2023
Thank you choosing our home and thank you for enjoying it as much as we do! We sure hope you do come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay overall. There were 6 adults and 5 kids total staying and it didnt feel cramped at all. The screened in porch is amazing; Great place to sit and relax. The kids loved the toys that were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for your review! I'm so glad you found it comfortable for all. Please come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great House Secluded in the Woods

Beautiful home. Well maintained with great amenities. Wonderful, responsive owners. Great location (although prepare to drive or ride your bikes for a short trip to the beach).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First family vacation in south haven

It was wonderful! The home was more than we anticipated! Very nice and homey! Super easy checking in and out! Many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2024
We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! We love it up there and am so glad when we get reviews like yours. We hope to hear from you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent for families

A good location not far from South Haven. A beach is close to the house, if you are good at climbing the sand dune. A wonderful screened-in porch that is a relaxing retreat especially on rainy days. Lots of space inside and outside for fun with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2021
Thank you Patricia! I am glad you enjoyed our home! We hope to hear from you again. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get Away

Our stay was most enjoyable. The house and property offered a lot of privacy and quiet. We especially enjoyed spending evening around the fire pit, making s’mores and talking. The house was quite spacious. The wrap around porch was a great place to just read and rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's a great place to get away to! Hope to hear from you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great family get away!

Very comfortable, well maintained home with tons of privacy! Outside fire one night, inside fire in the beautiful large wrap around screened in porch. Yes, we did the dune! A hike but definitely worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2020
Thank you! It is very nice and private. The dune is definitely a hike, but I agree, well worth it! Hope to hear from you again! Stay safe. Lynn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get-together

We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home! The wrap-around front porch was awesome. We also enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings. The house was well stocked with bbq equipment, kitchen items, beach chairs, games, etc. It was a great location—near the Lake but also quiet and secluded. Would definitely highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family retreat

We loved this home! It is nice and secluded from the other homes in the neighborhood. The wrap around porch is where we spent most of our time. I definitely recommend taking the wooded path to the beach instead of going over the dune. We had the beach all to ourselves most days. Perfect family retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2023
We're so happy you enjoyed yourself! That wrap around porch is wonderful!!! Climbing the dune is not for everyone for sure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property and Peaceful Setting

We really enjoyed our time at the lodge. It had everything we could need for a fun family vacation, plus many extras for the kids. It was very clean and well maintained. We weren’t looking for a home in the hustle and bustle of town and this was perfect. Private and peaceful while still being close enough to town center and activities. The dunes and beach were beautiful and we enjoyed the adventure of climbing the dunes. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2022
Thank you!! We love the fact that we're in the woods, but not to far from civilization! We hope you come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house with a terrific porch

Roomy 4 bedroom house with lots of amenities, but the highlight is the roomy screened in porch complete with many tables, chairs, lights, fans, and its own fireplace. Also has a great fire pit with lots of good Adirondack chairs and plenty of firewood. We had 11 in our party and were very well accommodated in this house. Also enjoyed the sand volleyball court behind the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2020
Thank you so much for choosing our home! I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wow, what a spectacular place to enjoy fall! All day bonfires, volleyball, football, trails, dunes and Lake Michigan! We even were led to the “golden rope” to Lake Michigan by 88 yr old neighbor Barbara! Everything about this place is wonderful, until we had to leave! Thank you for sharing your beautiful place 💛
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Spacious home. Good communication with owner. Path thru woods led to beautiful beach. There is a rope at the end of path to get down to the beach. The other option is the dune, which some in our group enjoyed. Loved loved loved the large screen in porch! My favorite part!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much!! We love the porch as well, especially for thunder storms!!! Please come back again!! Lynn & Tom
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