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South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown

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A sandy beach with rows of wooden chairs and a wooden fence.
A covered outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a grill.
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a white picket fence.
A living room with a wooden door, two windows, a sofa with a pillow, a small table, and a chair.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown

Well-Stocked Kitchen | Wraparound Porch | Outdoor Entertainment Space

Gather, grill, and embrace lake life at this Lake Michigan vacation rental. Located in Summer's Gate, this South Haven home puts the waterfront within easy reach, with shore access on-site and Van Buren State Park just 2 miles away. After a day outside, host family dinners on the screened porch, toast marshmallows by the fire pit, or bust out the board games. Your next Lake Michigan sunset is waiting.

-- THE PROPERTY --

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Screened porch
- Wraparound porch
- Wood-burning fire pit
- Gas & charcoal grills (starter fuel provided)
- Seating & dining areas
- Children's playset
- Outdoor shower
- Beach towels

INDOOR LIVING
- TVs, stereo, video game console
- Fireplace
- Dining table, high chair
- Board games & books

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Blender, toaster, microwave
- Drip & Keurig coffee makers (starter coffee provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels
- Spices

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-level home, exterior steps to enter
- Interior stairs to access all bedrooms & bathrooms

PARKING
- Garage (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- Street parking not permitted

-- THE LOCATION --

- Located in the Summer's Gate community on the Lake Michigan lakefront
- 1 mile to DeGrandchamp Farms
- 2 miles to Van Buren State Park
- 4 miles to downtown South Haven

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- The dune is a protected area and may not be climbed, played on, or disturbed. Motorized and electric vehicles are not allowed on the beach, including any vehicle that leaves tracks in the sand
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

SECURITY CAMERA INFORMATION
- 1 exterior device
- Location: doorbell
- Coverage: front entry

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 # 20298303
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 and a first aid kit
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 near the beach. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum 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 Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Porter Legacy Dunes - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Point Conservation Area - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Van Buren State Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Silver Beach - 25 min drive - 43.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fire Water Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is South Haven Family Lake Getaway 4 Mi to Downtown located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Pilgrim Haven Natural Area and Lake Michigan. Porter Legacy Dunes and North Point Conservation Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mona H.

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

Wonderful trip

The accommodations were great. Plenty of room for a family of 8. Short walk to a private beach and weather was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay and my cottage. I am so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elliot D.

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

Beautiful Lake House

Our family had a great time at this beautiful house just steps from Lake Michigan. The host was very accommodating and everything was extremely clean and well taken care of!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Hi Elliot, I am so glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation! I am so appreciative of wonderful guests like you that can enjoy the community, the magic of South Haven and of course the cottage and share it for others to see. Hope to see you for another season! You are a valued guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Fantastic Week

This is an amazing house with great features! The beds and linens are very comfortable. Everything is spotless in the house. The decor is beautiful and it’s got everything you could possibly need! The private beach is a great place to watch the sunset. The home is close to all the shops and restaurants as well as the public beaches. Linda is a fantastic host and excellent communicator! She makes sure everything is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Hi Amy, Thank you for the wonderful review as it is much appreciated! I am so glad that my cottage house works for your family and I love to host to families so they can build traditions, explore the area and make memories that last a lifetime. I hope you enjoyed the town and restaurants, there is so much to do in the summer. You can also take short trips to the coastal towns and explore new places. You will have to tell me about the boat rental sometime! I have not done that yet with my family. Your family is welcome anytime and so glad that you made the choice to return this year! It is wonderful to have happy returning guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abbey J.

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

Wonderful stay

The house was beautiful and very spacious. We loved the kitchen and dining room and the screened in porch. The neighborhood was perfect and quiet and the beach was very nice. The chairs provided for the neighborhood were also great to have. The house was very clean and and we were welcomed into the home by a greeter who was very kind and checked in on us during the week. We had a great stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review! I so glad that your family enjoyed your stay and hope you will return in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Perfect Vacation House

We had a fantastic week in South Haven! This lake home is impeccably clean, beautifully decorated and no detail is unforgotten! There is a lovely fire pit area with s’mores supplies and fire starter logs left for your use. The kitchen has every item you could ever need to cook. There are soft sheets on every bed and towels laid out for your use. The private beach is beautiful and the community is lovely. Thank you for a delightful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
So glad that your family had a wonderful vacation experience again at the Blue House Manor. I am so lucky to have your family spend time at my beloved cottage. You always do a wonderful review and let others know how much I want them to enjoy their special vacation experience. Thank you for providing those extra details so that others will know that I want to make their time during their stay relaxing and amazing! Hope to see you again next season and I so enjoyed having you again this year! You are wonderful guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfection!

We had a fantastic week! Despite weather that wasn’t the best and air quality alerts from the Canadian fires, we had a lovely place to retreat to when Mother Nature wasn’t cooperative! We would highly recommend this home - it is beautiful with high-end everything! The beds are so comfortable with lovely bedding, the kitchen is gorgeous, the screened porches allow you to enjoy the outdoors without the bugs, and the private beach is just a few steps away! We can not say enough good things about this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Thank you so much for your response. It is so appreciated. I am so glad that our home felt like a retreat for your guests and family. I am sorry that your stay was clouded by the Canadian fires. But so glad your stay was still enjoyable. Hoping that it your return again that you will think of my home again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylie G.

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

Perfect location for families with little ones

Linda's property continues to be the perfect location for our group. We are 3 families who collectively have a 2, 3, 4, and 5 year old, so our priorities are little-kid-friendly aspects. The multi-level layout of the house allows us privacy for each family, with enough bedrooms for separate nap spaces, as well as adequate common space for when we just need the kids to pile onto the floor and watch Bluey for a second :) Kitchen was well stocked, rooms were clean, and Linda provided kid step stools, a travel crib, a high chair, and a beach wagon. Last year we stayed close to the rental, exploring the private beach and nearby creek, patronizing the SoHa farmer's market, and playing on the swing set in the backyard. This year, we made the quick drive over to Saugatuck to their fabulous public playground and cute shops, and also took a day to explore Holland (a very doable drive with young kids). Improvements to the house could include HVAC balancing, and perhaps blackout curtains. This was our second consecutive year here, and our group will happily return again if the opportunity arises!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Hi Kylie, Thank you for the wonderful review as it is much appreciated! I am so glad that the house works for your group and I love to host to families and especially with small children which brings back memories of the years that my children were small using the swing set, wagon to the beach and short trips to the coastal towns. I will also take a look at some of the recommendations for cooling off the upper floor and am aware of the variation in temperature between the three floors. Your group is welcome back anytime and so glad that you made the choice to return again this year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylie G.

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

Perfect family lodging

Our group was a three-family gathering that included a 4 yo, 3yo, 2yo, and 1yo. Linda’s property was perfect for our stage of life. The parents who were “nap trapped” had a gorgeous, comfortable home to relax in, and the private beach access meant it was both easy to get to the beach with toddlers (and all their gear), as well as private enough to easily keep track of the kids. We had plenty of space for a family in the basement level and two families upstairs with each family having access to at least one full bathroom. The kitchen was beautiful and well stocked, and we especially loved mornings on the large screened porch. Kids loved the playground and back yard, as well as the creek that empties into the lake a little ways down the beach. The adults loved the quick access to DeGrandChamps Blueberry Farm, South Beach and lighthouse, large town playgrounds, and Barden’s Farm Market, as well as the conventional Meijer and Walmart grocery stores. Linda was exceptionally welcoming and helpful, stocking the house with a kid wagon, life vests, high chair, and pack n play for our visit, and she very quickly addressed any questions we had throughout the week. Our group tries to pick a new state every year for our annual summer vacations, but everyone agreed it won’t be our last time at this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Hi Kylie, Thank you so much for the lovely review. I am so thrilled to have young families come enjoy our cottage. I read your review to my college age daughter and she was thrilled that young children were back at our beloved home away from home discovering all the wonderful things that she enjoyed as a small child. It sounds like you experienced the magic with all of your dear friends and with their families while you were in South Haven. You were amazing guests, with incredible communication the entire time and always letting me know immediately about any issues that came up during your stay! I would love to have everyone return again whenever it fits into your busy schedules! You are always welcome to return, rest, relax and explore the joy of southwest Michigan at the Blue House Manor!

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