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Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!

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View from the balcony off the master bedroom.
Master bedroom with queen bed and smart TV.
Full bathroom, complete with walk-in shower.
Living area and dining area.
View from the patio, facing the river.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • North Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!

Welcome to Black River Haven
Serene. Scenic. Steps from Downtown.

"Absolutely stunning! The river views were amazing, and the location was perfect for exploring South Haven. We will definitely be back!" – Jessica

Nestled along the peaceful Black River, Black River Haven offers a two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom retreat designed for relaxation and convenience. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a weekend with friends, this cozy two-story condo provides the perfect setting. Enjoy breathtaking river views, a private deck off the master suite, and a spacious patio where you can unwind while watching boats drift by.

Located just minutes from downtown South Haven, you’ll have easy access to charming shops, restaurants, and beaches, making it effortless to enjoy everything this vibrant lakeside town has to offer.

About the Home:

Designed with comfort and style, Black River Haven is a retreat where you can relax, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of South Haven. Inside, you'll find a bright and airy living space with large windows that frame the stunning river views. The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy, and the cozy living room invites you to unwind after a day of exploring.

Wake up to the soothing sights and sounds of the river in the master bedroom, where a private deck offers the perfect spot for morning coffee. The spacious downstairs patio provides another great space to lounge and take in the peaceful surroundings.

"We loved sitting on the deck in the mornings with coffee and watching the boats go by. So relaxing!" – Mark

Features of Black River Haven

Living & Entertainment Spaces:

✔ Bright and spacious living room with river views
✔ Smart HDTVs in both the living room and master suite
✔ High-speed Wi-Fi for work or streaming
✔ Comfortable furnishings for a cozy stay

Kitchen & Dining:

✔ Kitchen with all essential appliances
✔ Coffee maker with complimentary coffee grounds
✔ Dining table with seating for 4
✔ Cookware, utensils, and dinnerware provided

"The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. It was nice having a full kitchen so close to downtown!" – Sarah

Bedrooms & Bathrooms:

✔ Bedroom 1 (Master Suite): Queen bed with premium mattress & private deck overlooking the river
✔ Bedroom 2: Queen bed with ample storage
✔ Additional Sleeping: Full-size pull-out sofa bed in the living room
✔ Full bathroom upstairs with fresh towels & toiletries
✔ Half-bathroom on the main level for added convenience

"The beds were incredibly comfortable, and we loved the private deck off the master bedroom. Such a peaceful spot!" – Rachel

Outdoors:

✔ Private deck off the master suite with seating for two
✔ Spacious downstairs patio with outdoor seating & river views
✔ Beach towels provided for days at the beach

"Loved sitting outside on the patio in the evenings—it was so peaceful!" – Tom

Additional Amenities:

✔ Full-size washer & dryer for guest use
✔ Keyless entry for secure & easy check-in
✔ All linens and essentials provided
✔ Hosts offer excellent communication & support throughout your stay

"Check-in was seamless, and the hosts were incredibly responsive. Highly recommend this place!" – Emily

Explore South Haven
✔ Walk to Downtown South Haven – Explore charming shops, restaurants, and local attractions
✔ Multiple Beaches Nearby – Walk or take a short drive to enjoy sandy shores & stunning sunsets
✔ Boating & Water Activities – Watch the boats pass by or rent a kayak for an adventure
✔ Local Wineries & Breweries – Sample Michigan’s best at nearby tasting rooms

Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled getaway, Black River Haven offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.

Book your stay today and experience the magic of South Haven!

Property manager

Chad & Brooke Schmidt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

South Haven

Located on the waterfront, this condo is in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Warner Vineyards - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Retreat! Walk to Downtown/Near Beaches! located?

Located in North Side, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Maritime Museum and Lake Michigan. North Beach and Warner Vineyards are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Perfect quiet getaway!

This was the perfect destination for a quiet getaway with a friend! The place was clean and just as described. The host was very accommodating and quick to reply to any communication. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in South Haven.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen Z.

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

FABULOUS river views!

We absolutely LOVED this property, I think our favorite part was the amazing patio. We would spend about 2-3 hours out there in the morning and then another hour or so in the afternoon, it was unbelievably peaceful! Accommodations were so cozy, and check-in/out could not have been easier! Also, A communication from Chad, he was so helpful and checked in from time to time to make sure we had everything we needed. Walking distance to downtown/riverside restaurants was a real plus, too! Would absolutely stay here again. :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great quiet spot!

We loved our stay in South Haven. The location was great to walk to all of the good local spots. Very clean and comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

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

South Haven

Very cute condo, nicely decorated, well stocked, very clean, very scenic location. We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Great location.

Great location, great communication from Chad!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Convenient location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was clean, up-to-date, very close to the beach and various shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed the boats coming and going while we sat on the back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

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

A great place to stay.

Enjoyed the atmosphere, close to town, the place was clean, plenty of room, Everything was convenient. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

rick p.

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

Great Location!

Cozy condo very well decorated and convenient for walking to town or the beach. Had everything we needed and great parking right at the front door. We will stay here again and cant wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Great location!

We loved this condo. The beds were comfortable. Outside seating was nice. Great parking. It was small enough that it might be cramped for a family, but it was great for traveling with a friend. We would go back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

Black River Haven

Already planning our return for next summer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin F.

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

Mom birthday

All sisters and mom stayed location was perfect had the best wknd
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Great Condo with an amazing view

We did a short mid-week trip and couldn’t be happier with our choice. The condo is within walking distance to old harbor, the beach, numerous restaurants, bars and shops. We spent the evening out on the balcony watching the boats come in from the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

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

Early Fall Stay

We enjoyed our stay and will consider staying here again on any future trips to the area. The unit was clean, bed comfortable, nicely decorated, and the communications with the owner throughout the process were good. The view of the boats coming and going on the river were great, with good views of the sunrises from the decks. Very close to the downtown area and beaches for walking and sunset viewing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara C.

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

Great Location!

Very clean and in a great location. Host was quick to respond when we had questions. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

J.J. J.

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

Great Condo in prime location

Condo was in a great location with a nice view of river and walking distance to downtown. Nice layout with porches on both levels. Owner was very responsive. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

Summer 2023 South Haven

Condo was great! Very clean, great location. Perfect for my wife and I for a 4 night stay. Hope to come back again next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Nice place

Nice place, loved sitting outside on patio and upstairs watching the aids go by. Very clean. Close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Girls weekend

We came for a girls weekend for my mom’s 70th. We had a wonderful time! The condo is beautiful and clean. Had everything we needed. The host Chad was very responsive and accommodating. The location was perfect, walkable to almost everything. We hope to be back for a future stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Perfect Getaway

First off let me start with I never leave reviews! But this place was perfect, clean, excellent view, close walk to beach and all the shops & restaurants. We so enjoyed our time together, and our host Chad was as attentive and eager to help with anything we needed.. Thank you Chad for the perfect weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryn F.

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

Lovely South Haven Condo

Our stay at this South Haven Condo was lovely. The location was ideal as it was within walking distance to several beach fronts and local restaurants. Our 3 year old especially loved the view of the river and all the boats that passed by each day. Chad was extremely communicative and responded immediately to any questions we had before and during the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Location - great views

Perfect place to experience South Haven. Just a few short blocks from the lake/beach and a few blocks to restaurants and bars. The condo overlooks the Black River. Two outdoor areas include a small deck and upper balcony. Very comfortable for two couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne Marie G., Commerce Twp. USA

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

Great location

We had a wonderful stay at this condo. We enjoyed walking into downtown daily and enjoying time at the beautiful beaches. We also enjoyed a short drive to Saugatuck for dinner one evening! There’s lots to do in this beautiful small town and staying at this condo was the perfect way to accomplish it! The unit is clean and quiet with beautiful sunrises.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J., Findlay OH

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

Anniversary weekend away

Fabulous property! Very clean, decorated cute, felt homey. Great location. Close to downtown and waterfront. We were able to walk to everything we wanted to. We would definitely recommend and stay again. No issues or concerns at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Great Winter stay in South Haven

This rental was exactly what we were looking for. The location was great, close to downtown and with a nice view of the Black River in the back. The condo was very efficient, comfortable and the price was very reasonable. To top it off, Chad was an excellent host, and answered many questions I had in a very time manner. I highly recommend this condo for a stay in the South Haven area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Relaxing stay and great location

My family really enjoyed staying here. We all loved watching the boats and my toddler even caught a fish. The home was clean and compared to a lot of places, pretty toddler friendly! (Minimal sharp corners and breakable objects). The location was perfect, since we were a short walk from the town area, and a 15 minute walk from the beach. The only minor issue we had was that the listing said we were in condo 13, but the places used letters. Luckily there was a picture of the front door decor and we were able to locate the correct door. We loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chad & Brooke Schmidt

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Our family has visited South Haven for summer vacation for many years and we've always dreamed of owning our own little piece of paradise in the area to be able to share with others!

Black River Haven is that dream come to life. We've put a lot of love and care into the home to make it a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway. We love sitting on the balcony, while gazing out across the Black River, watching boats go by. The location is perfect and the neighborhood is nice and quiet.

We're excited to make plenty more family memories and are happy to be able to offer Black River Haven for you to make memories in as well. Let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay perfect.

Enjoy the sandy beaches, laid back lifestyle and spectacular sunrises at Black River Haven!

Why they chose this property

Our cozy condo is situated right on the Black River and is only a few minutes walk to downtown South Haven. The sunrises that we get to witness across the river are breathtaking and the quiet neighborhood makes for a relaxing time.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy your favorite beverage on the spacious deck, while watching the parade of boats go by each day. If you wake up early enough, you can witness some beautiful sunrises across the river!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests