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Sweet Retreat

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Sweet Retreat Exterior
The Kitchen
The Dining Room
Backyard Patio
The Dining Room - Baby gate provided for stairs

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Haven Center for the Arts
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet Retreat

Summary:

Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach



Open Floor Plan

Two Blocks from South Beach

Three Blocks to Kids Corner Park

Six Blocks to Downtown South Haven

Neighborhood Bluff with Sunset Views



The Space:

Featured Amenities:



Open Floor Plan

Two Blocks from South Beach

Three Blocks to Kids Corner Park

Six Blocks to Downtown South Haven

Neighborhood Bluff with Sunset Views



This charming bungalow is contemporary, bright, and inviting. A wonderful location on the south side of South Haven - Van Buren Street homes are highly-coveted vacation spots and get scooped up fast! 

 

You will feel right at home in this stylish, sunny bungalow! The fresh, lovely kitchen will lure you into cooking, and the three-season room will be calling you after a day at the beach to curl up with a book and people watch. 



Beach access is just two blocks away! Situated on a bluff, this public access is scenic and spectacular! Wonderful views, easy stair access, and located a bit further south down the beach to give you a little more room to spread your beach blanket out! Kid's Corner Park is three bocks away - a great place to picnic under the lush trees while the kids run and play.



A mere six-block walk to town - it's a charming stroll through South Haven's beach-home neighborhoods - where vacationers abound and the feel of summer fun and relaxation is palpable! 



A shopper's delight awaits with many eclectic boutiques to choose from. Grab a bite to eat at the diverse restaurants South Haven has to offer. Stroll through the bountiful farmer's market on Saturdays. Feeling adventurous? Head over to Water Street and book a fishing excursion! The choices are nearly endless!



Wind down in the evenings with a short walk from your cottage to the bluff for the spectacular sunsets, then head home to your private backyard, light the gas lanterns, whip up a cocktail at the patio bar, and fire up the chiminea!



Please note: this home has a charcoal grill. Bring your own briquettes!



Parking: Two Vehicles in Driveway

Pets: None Allowed

Beach Access: Two Blocks to South Beach

Rental Certificate Number: CBR25-0133



Guest Access:

Outside

Charcoal Grill, Bring Your Own Charcoal

Patio

3 Season Porch

Outdoor Dining for 4

Shed Available for Storage

Beach Chairs, Cooler & Beach Toys in the Shed

Driveway Parking for 2

Small Firepit for Back Patio

Firewood Available For Purchase Locally

Inside

Central Heat & Air

Non-Smoking

No Pets Permitted

Oven/Stove

Refrigerator

Microwave, Toaster and Blender

12 Cup Coffee Maker and Filters

Dishwasher, detergent provided

Pots, Pans & Kitchen Utensils

Dishes & Flatware

Glassware & Serving Pieces

Foil, Saran Wrap, Salt & Pepper

Kid Friendly Cleaner

Dining table for 4

Bar seating for 2

WIFI

TV/DVD

Cable

House Phone

Bed Linens

Bath Towels

Kitchen Towels, Dishcloths, Hot Pads

Please Bring Your Own Beach Towels

Bathrooms Include Hand Soap

Please Bring Your Own Toiletries

Hair Dryer

Washer and Dryer

Laundry Soap

Dryer Sheets

Iron and Board



Interaction with Guests:

Your Shores Vacation Rentals team are local area experts who know all of the ins and outs of our beautiful homes in South Haven.



We're available in-person Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, to assist guests in planning their South Haven vacation and providing insider tips for an authentic local experience.



For our incoming guests:



Prior to your arrival you will receive all pertinent check-in information communicated via email and mobile SMS messaging, as well as a local destination guide with our personal recommendations on local eats and activities in the area.



We provide an after-hours emergency phone number to call in case an issue arises outside of our standard business hours. Additionally, we provide you with a mobile SMS number that you can text for non-emergency issues.



We look forward to having you stay with us at Shores Vacation Rentals!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Families with kids are welcome at all our homes!
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Events

No events allowed
No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are not allowed at this home.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees.
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
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

South Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven, is home to this holiday home. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum. The Fun Park and Kids Place Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Intimate Bungalow | Cozy Backyard | Near the Beach located?

Located in South Side, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. Southside Municipal Marina and Warner Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great Stay!

Perfect size for our family, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

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

Great location!

Perfect location - close to both downtown and the beach. Visited with our 3 and 5 year old and it worked perfectly for us. Would choose this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maribeth B.

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

We LOVE South Haven!

This was definitely a sweet retreat. Cute cottage for a small family. Location could not be beat! This was our first trip to South Haven and we will for sure be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ken G., Annville, Lebanon, PA.

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

Very nice location, and accurate to listing. We like to cook, so small kitchen was a challenge.

Very nice accommodations. Small kitchen, and would have been nice to have some sort of hammock on outside patio. I would rent the space again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis G., Oberlin, Ohio

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

Excellent home with fine location

Everything was very clean with many extras -- garage has beach chairs, children's beach toys, grill, fire pit, and a well-equipped kitchen. The South Beach is just 3 1/2 blocks away; 5-6 blocks to downtown; quiet attractive neighborhood. We rented excellent bikes from Rock and Road and had terrific biking on great rail to trail trails readily accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Sarah H., Portland, OR USA

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

First and probably last rental with VRBO

Moved to a different property due to roof leaks. Second property not ready for guests. No internet TV, mold in bathtub and ants in bedroom. Water pipe replacement in street prior to arrival meant dug up road and cones everywhere. Had to let water run every time a tap turned on to remove brown water. Property management company were as helpful and communicative as possible however. Despite this it’s certainly put me off ever renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

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