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Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Covered side porch with Adirondack chairs and table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Lower level

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown


Total usable space in cottage 2,800 sq ft - main level with three bedrooms and two baths / lower level finished with one bedroom and one full bath with large family room with extra sleeping space (twin trundle beds and full sleeper sofa).

Easy 3 1/2 minute walk to Oak Street Beach Access on Lake Michigan (1/2 Block). Four bedrooms, three full baths, sleeps 12 comfortably with extra sleeping space in basement family room. Easy walk to downtown South Haven. Quiet, family oriented neighborhood.

Weekly rentals only (7 nights) in the Summer Jun - Aug
Two night minimum in off-season (Sept - May)
Off-season rates are lower for three nights or more. Please inquire for rates on specific dates.

Property manager

Donna Woelffer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used towels on the bathroom floor
Leave used beds unmade
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Bring your own beach towels and beach chairs.
The fireplace is NOT to be used by renters.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located on a lake, 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 The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, sledging and ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 78 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Great Location

Great place to stay on North Shore Beach. Short drive to beach or easy walk (10 minutes). Walked into town everyday (20 minutes). Wide sidewalks safe area, beautiful homes and many extended families! We had 8 adults and two children 5 and under. House is laid out nice with three full baths. Downstairs is private and finished. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mallorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Man I really hate writing anything good because then I’m sure the price will go up but WOW. This house was everything we could’ve asked for. Perfect walking distance, all the kitchen gadgets you need, and very comfortable sleeping for all 12 people. Backyard was super cute too! A must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Perfect getaway

The Brockway house was perfect for our family (8 adults and 2 toddlers) making vacation comfortable and a breeze. The walk to beach is literally minutes and you have a few options. Coffee shops and town easily included as a pit stop for a longer 15 minute tour. The house was incredibly clean and modern to appeal to our large group, with all the amenities you can need for your stay and space for a large group. Communication was easy with the owners and setup of the house was very thoughtful and straightforward. Thank you for the excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Short Walk to the Beach

Loved the location, great place for adults or families to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Great stay for large family

Overall we had a lovely stay. The property is a beautifully renovated house in a great location - an easy walk to a small public beach with little kids! The kitchen was also very well stocked so we could cook and not rely on eating out a ton. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

SoHa Family Fun

The house was absolutely amazing and beautiful! It was far better and much larger than my family could imagine. The decor of the house was gorgeous! The kitchen was very well stocked. The landscaping and yard were perfect. The location was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross A.

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

Family reunion

This was the best equipped kitchen I have ever had in a rental property. The location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P., United States

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

Great Spot in South Haven

This unit was really great for our family. Location is convenient to the north side beaches and the owner was responsive when we had questions. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim P., Quad Cities, IL

A great spot!!

We planned a big girls trip and we stayed at Sheila's English Cottage. It was a wonderful trip with a great place to stay. The 3 bathrooms are ideal for this many girls. We can't wait to return next year. The cottage was beautiful and perfect for us!

10/10 Excellent

Elly B.

Great girls weekend

The house was perfect for 7 moms who needed a weekend away!! The beds were comfy. The kitchen had everything we needed. The outside was cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ray s.

Sheila's English Cottage Was Perfect For Us

This lovely home is the perfect vacation spot for us. It is comfortable, clean, spacious and well-stocked with everything travelers need. The location is just what we like: the beach and town are in easy walking distance. Paul and Sheila are helpful, friendly and accommodating. A huge bonus is the fact that dogs are welcome. Our daughter and niece love the fact that their little companions can come along on vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Great house!

This house was great for our week long trip. Description was right on point. Spacious bedrooms and living room area. Kitchen was fully equipped and made cooking dinners easy. Cute little backyard with beautiful hydrangeas. Best of all short walk to the beach and close to downtown area. Host was also quick to answer any questions during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Great stay for joyous occasion

231 Brockway in South Haven, MI was a perfect match for our stay. The home was clean, pleasant and well equipped. Based on market rate, the nightly cost was very competitive. The lower level space was a real bonus for us to accommodate all our family. The manager was attentive and responsive. Easy access to all that South Haven has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect couples get away

This was the perfect house for 4 couples! The house was clean, very well equipped and the perfect location- walking distance to the beach and downtown. Donna was very accessible and answered questions in a very timely manner. This was our second time renting this property and it will definitely not be our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Perfection!

Our three generation family could not have enjoyed this place more. Comfy everything - lounging furniture, beds, and outdoor furniture were great. Lovely bathrooms, bedrooms equipped with ceiling fans. The kitchen was well equipped - we have several good cooks and we wanted for nothing. The host was very responsive. We are looking forward to booking this place for our annual (upwards of 25 years) SoHa vacation in 2025!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Wonderful home!

We totally enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home! We were celebrating a family birthday and had adults and teens. There was plenty of room for everyone to have there own space and the kids loved having the basement to themselves. The gathering areas were spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was outstanding and very well equipped. Great location, quiet street, and a yard big enough to play yard games and sit and relax. Would highly recommend! Thanks, Donna!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renate R.

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

Birthday Gathering

We came to South Haven to celebrate a family birthday. Our group was made up of two grandparents, our adult daughter, our son and his wife and their two and a half year old. The layout of the house was perfect for us, as the downstairs is practically a separate apartment. The linens and towels were very good quality—-I always appreciate that. The house was very comfortable, had ample room for all of us, and Eleanor, who is currently being a dinosaur, could run around and roar to her heart’s content. The area is quiet, but close to everything. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi D.

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

Comfortable Family Vacation Retreat

My family and I were happy with this house. It is on a quiet street, close to the beach and the shopping area. We were pleasantly surprised at how well stocked the kitchen was. The family room was comfortable and had plenty of room to visit. There were 9 of us and we had plenty of room. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. The house was clean. The downstairs shower was a big hit and we had to all take turns using it. The back yard had a nice grill, that we used for the fresh fish we just caught. Plenty of area in the back to hang out. The outdoor lights were a nice touch. The owner was very responsive to any questions. When we come back to South Haven, we will rent again. Thank you, Donna!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne M., Louisville, KY USA

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

Well-appointed rental in a great location

Loved our stay! Home is well laid out for privacy with three bathrooms and basement (one with a tub for kiddos). Easy walk to smaller beaches and very short drive to North Beach - though you can walk it as it's 20 min or less. Loved being so close/walking distance to the Memories shop as it has lots of sundries (and ice cream by the scoop when it's crowded in town!). Donna's home is very comfortable with three different outdoor spaces we took advantage of. The large table indoors fit our group no problem. One of the most well-appointed rentals I've ever been to - everything from an abundant of silverware, plates, pots & pans to extras like salad spinner, plastic silverware, common spices, two coffee makers, blender & even an avocado saver! Nice grill, lots of books, games and the TV had plenty of channels and ways to access our streaming services. Wouldn't hesitate to rent again, one of our favorite stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystl T.

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

Great house for a family getaway

We rented this house for a large family getaway (7 adults, 6 kids). We were able to comfortably fit all of us. Great beds, lots of pillows. Could have used with a couple more bath towels, but it worked out. The kids loved it- they were able to scooter around the driveway without speeding cards going by. Nice quiet neighborhood. 3 great beaches within a walk or couple minute drive. We had my father who has mobility issues in the house with us- nice flat floors without extra ledges, open furniture plan and only a few steps in and out of the house. Could have used a griddle (pancakes), colander (spaghetti) and a larger cookie sheet for feeding our large crew, but there were enough other pans in the house to function. Great rental, thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Perfect South Haven location

Close enough to walk into town and to the beach everyday! The house is perfect for 8 adults and two children. The owner is wonderful and responds right away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

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

Cute and comfy vacation home

Such a cute home tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood! We loved our time there and would recommend it to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffaney S.

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

Getaway Weekend

A group of friends and I stayed here and enjoyed our stay from start to finish. The house was absolutely beautiful and perfect for a weekend getaway with friends. Communication with the owner was clear and so easy. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect house for weekend in south Haven.

Even better than the listing! We rented this property with 3 couples for a weekend of golf, pickleball and exploring south Haven. The house is beautiful, clean and comfortable and a short walk to the beach and to town. We are planning on making this an annual event and look forward to returning to the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N., Chicago

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

Location, location, location and kitchen, kitchen, kitchen!

We are six adults, 5 of us over 60, who just finished a wonderful South Haven vacation and stay at Soha Summers. Since we are still in pandemic times, we cooked at the house almost every night. There is a great outdoor dining area and a gas grill that we made good use of. Other nights, we cooked in the well-equipped kitchen with gas stove and ate together at the dining table. SoHa Summers was a great place to spend time with family and friends, and it is well-located for a walk to the beach or to Phoenix Street.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Donna Woelffer

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Why they chose this property

We love the North side/shore of South Haven. Easy access to several public beaches. Very few stairs or bluffs to traverse. Quiet neighborhoods and quick, easy walk to downtown.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! Only rental property on the North side to accommodate 12 with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths in this price range.

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English

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