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Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!

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A coastal property with a white fence, lush greenery, and a view of the sea.
A living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a staircase with a white railing and a wicker chair with a cushion.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a wooden table, and a living room with a fireplace.
A cozy indoor seating area with a sofa, a round wooden table, and a surfboard hanging above.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in island with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Warner Vineyards
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Single Twin Bedroom w/ crib

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Sun Porch Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!

Cozy, sun-filled four bedroom
cottage located just 5 mi north of downtown South Haven & 14 mi south of Saugatuck. Stunning lake and sunset views inside and out. Feel the lake breeze as you relax on the couch in the screened-in porch. Grill out on the deck while watching the most breathtaking sunsets you've ever seen. A true Michigan experience!

*Due to significant erosion of the bluff, we no longer have stairs down to the beach. Unfortunately there is no other way to access our private beach in the 2023 season.

The Space

Our cottage is extremely quiet and private. We own the property directly to the north, and the property to the south is separated by dense woods and is barely visible from our house, making the property extremely private.

The house is located high up on a bluff. From the house you can hear birds chirping in the yard and the waves rolling onto the beach. You can also see boats passing by. The views of the lake are stunning and the sunsets are breathtaking. It's a truly an incredibly peaceful spot to relax and unwind.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7184242
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Express Yourself Art Barn and Saugatuck Center For the Arts.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 9 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 9 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 25 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!?

As of 5 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views! on 6 Nov, 2026 start from S$6,352, 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 Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront Cottage w/ Gorgeous Lake & Sunset Views! located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of North Beach and Kal Haven Trail. South Haven Center for the Arts and Michigan Maritime Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful property overlooks Lake Michigan and has a wall of picture windows for viewing the magnificent sunsets. There is also a beautiful deck and lawn area to enjoy the views. The house is set back from the road and feels secluded and peaceful, yet is just a 15 min drive to either South Haven or Saugatuck. The hosts were friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great view of Lake Michigan, and spectacular sunsets. easy access to both Saugatuck and South Haven. Plenty of room for the family. We had a wonderful vacation there.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great time at the lake!

We had at great time at the lake house! Fantastic location, amazing sunsets and the hosts are the best!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Lake Michigan beach house

We loved our stay at the beach house close to South Haven and Saugatuck with lots of things to do with the kids. The owners were great and we would definitely go back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great house / fantastic lake views

We loved our stay at the Toller House! The house is nice, convenient to South Haven and Saugatuck and the sunsets are amazing from the back deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Perfect Place

The home is beautiful and the location is stunning! We had spectacular sunsets every night and fires after. Really tremendous experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

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

Wonderful House on Lake Michigan

This house which is right on Lake Michigan is wonderful. The view in the morning and the sunsets were gorgeous. The owners Courtney and Kevin were so helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. The location was close to South Haven, Saugatuck and Holland. Thank you for having such a great place for us to rent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much Bonnie! You guys were wonderful guests and are welcome back anytime. Thank you for keeping the house so clean! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

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

Amazing views, well decorated interior, good location

The owner reached out to us the week prior to our stay letting us know that the stairs to the private beach had broken due to the uncharacteristically high water levels. I really appreciated her flexibility with us and while we were disappointed we decided we couldn't pass this house up and I'm glad we stuck with the reservation. First part of the week it was 3 adults, a 19 month old, and 3.5 year old. Second part of the week we added in another adult and 4.5 year old twins. Fun was had by all! We drove to multiple beaches as well as a big playground in South Haven and the drive is very easy. We were able to retreat to the backyard in the afternoons and there was ample room for water balloon, squirt gun, and sprinkler fun which the kids (and adults) enjoyed. After kids were down the adults moved to the screened in porch and as sunset approached we moved to the bonfire pit most nights and some of the pictures of the bonfire with the sunset background are amazing! Well decorated interior compared to other lake homes we've stayed in previously. We drove up to Saugatuck for a day trip and that was fun. I could go on but all in all it was a great trip and we're already considering going back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was so beautiful sitting on a private lot overlooking Lake Michigan and very clean and functional. The hosts were excellent and very friendly, and accessible for any needs which arose. We even received assistance from Kevin(co-host) near mid-night to fish out something which we dropped under the front porch steps. We highly recommend others to seriously consider staying at this location. Very relaxing .............and hard to leave. Thanks to the hosts!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Family Vacation

Great location to downtown South Haven and Saugatuck. We really enjoyed our stay at the house and the view of Lake Michigan was beautiful! The only downfalls were that the grill did not work and the cliff was a little too close for comfort with having kids there. A barrier of some sort would be nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Perfect Lake Michigan getaway

We have stayed in quite a few rental properties and this one fit our active family of five best. Great location, immaculate property, appreciated amenities, and gracious hosts. The ability to easily visit South Haven or Saugatuck/Douglas were only matched by the treat of seeing the sunset over Lake Michigan from the back deck or comfort of bed. We would eagerly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

So beautiful!!

Pictures really don't capture the beauty of this property - both the view of the lake and the house itself. Well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds, lots of outdoor seating, very quiet setting. We enjoyed the sound of the lake and the breezes that kept time outside comfortable even when it was hot. The property does have well water, so we were glad we brought plenty of drinking water. Water is kind of stinky when you shower. TV is too outdated to support Netflix or Amazon streaming. Property managers are very responsive to any communication and gave us good recommendations for food. Would choose property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

All that was advertised and more

We had a great trip. Home was bigger than expected, very clean, kitchen well stocked, beds very comfortable and view spectacular. The deck was great for grilling and we also enjoyed the fire pit and watching nightly sunsets. The owners were great and very communicative. The home was very close to South Haven but also an easy drive to to Saugatuck, Holland and Grand Haven. And all of these areas have a different expenence.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia K.

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

Lake Life

Enjoyed our stay on the lake. Beautiful views and relaxing spot to sit outside on the deck or in the screen in porch. Downtown South Haven is close to go to all the beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Perfect location, beautiful views

Location is unbeatable, close to both South Haven and Saugatuck but quiet and private. Meijer & Walgreens nearby. Owners very responsive and helpful. The house is perfect. It felt like every detail had been thought of - kitchen well stocked, little amenities throughout, comfortable beds, high quality linens, equipped for kiddos under 2 (which is so hard to find!). The views are gorgeous with lots of time spent on the screened in porch and in the hammock. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Spectacular views

Although we did not have the best weather, we had a wonderful family getaway. We saw a few fantastic sunsets, had two nights the rain held off so we could have a fire in the fire pit. We had family members coming and going all week long. The home was beautifully decorated, the kitchen was well stocked with tasteful dishes and nice appliances. Bonus refrigerator on the screened porch for beverages or food overflow. The beds were very comfortable with nice linens and pillows. So sad to see the damage from the erosion. The owners were very pleasant and lived in the home next door on the weekends, they asked several times if we needed anything. Hope to rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nate A.

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

Amazing view of Lake Michigan

Breathtaking views, lovely decor, cozy furniture and plenty of seating for everybody! The owners even thought of little details, such as ring/jewelry holders in the bathrooms, pillows/cushions available for the outdoor seats, and everything needed for cooking. The house was only a 10-minute drive to the downtown area to walk around, North Beach for yoga on the beach, Kids Corner playground, U-Pick blueberry farm, Meijer for groceries, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karin L.

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

A lovely stay!

The house is very comfortable and well kept with cozy living room furniture and nice linens. The screened in porch is wonderful. While I hope someday they get their beach back, I could spend hours staring at the expansive view of the lake and it's a mere 10 minutes to North Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Perfect beach cottage for family; well priced; great views; large private beach

We really enjoyed our week here. The views from the house and its back porch are amazing and the private beach is large and nicely framed with trees to feel like no one else is even near. The house is nicely decorated and feels like someone's beach home, not just a rental property, with thoughtful furnishings, a well stocked kitchen, a great laundry room, a great screened room (with a comfy couch) off the side (perfect for morning and evening reading) and a fire pit upstairs and place for a fire at the beach. The owners were incredibly responsive. Do keep in mind that the house has (as is typical for the area) a quite long staircase to get down the bluff to the beach; this one is pretty narrow and quite steep at the bottom. So it wouldn't make much sense for little children or folks with physical limitations. But it's good to work off the vacation snacking and well worth it when you get to the beach or back up to the top. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

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