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South Beach/Near Town Charmer

Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Exterior
Living Room
Living area
First floor BR king option

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, South Beach
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

South Beach/Near Town Charmer

Welcome to gracious but casual living in bustling South Haven. Old world charm with modern amenities and comfortable furnishings. Relax at home in the large living room, brand new sunlit family room, porches...Brand new bedrooms and bath upstairs (winter '13) Spend the day at the beach(South or North are easily accessible), on the river walk, shopping in Downtown (3 blocks away), or at any number of festivities near town, including Farmers Market every Saturday in warm months. Private, serene location at end of cul-de-sac atop a small bluff.

The area is convenient to activities such as blueberry picking, wine tasting at nearby wineries, boat cruises, the Kal-Haven bike trail, and much more. Get away from it all.

Minimum age of primary renter 25 years old. Rental agreement applies if booking is not cancelled within 5 days of booking.




Keywords: Charming cottage 3 blocks to beach, town and 1 block to river

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
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Pets

No pets allowed
We are currently not accepting pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental Agreement applies and is agreed to. See Rental Agreement attached to this posting.
City of South Haven regulations applicable.

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: 14
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cottage is in the city centre. 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. The Fun Park and Kids Place Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Captain Lou's Boathouse And Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is South Beach/Near Town Charmer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South Beach/Near Town Charmer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Beach/Near Town Charmer?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Beach/Near Town Charmer located?

Located in South Side, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Warner Vineyards and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and South Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved it here, it was our first time but everyone in our party agreed that we’d come back to not only the town but to stay in the house specifically. Absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Great Location

Very nice older home with views of the Black River and Lake Michigan. Just a short walk to downtown. Julie was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M., NAPERVILLE

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

Awesome vacation home

This is our 2nd year staying at this awesome house and we love it . Perfect location , close to beach and downtown . Screened porch is amazing and view of the Black River is beautiful. Julie is great to work with .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M., NAPERVILLE

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

Great vacation home

We loved our stay at his house. We have stayed in South Haven for a few years and this location is perfect . A few blocks to downtown , short walk to the beach and beautiful view of the black river from the upstairs deck. The house is huge , everything you need for a great stay . Julie is great to communicate with and can’t wait for next summer !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kurt P.

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

Family vacation.

We took our family vacation Labor Day weekend with our two adult daughters. The house was awesome in every phase. The location was great as we were within a few blocks of downtown, the beach and other places. The screened in porch was great. We cannot wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The house was surprisingly spacious, lots of lounge space and tall ceilings. Really with everything you could need. The location is amazing, walkable to beach and town. We could see the black river from the front steps. Because its at the end of a cul de sac, we could throw a football with our kids out in the street without worrying about through traffic. This house really exceeded all of our expectations. Would definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Excellent communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies 7th annual wine weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great experience as always …Third year our family has stayed for blueberry fest.Location is perfect Julie & Michael are great to work with..Hopefully they will have us next year as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Z.

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

Girls trip

Wonderful property. Perfect for our girls trip. Close to Saugatuck and then back for dinner and drinks in South Haven. Really enjoyed the rooftop deck for sitting and relaxing and watching boats come and go through the harbor. Definitely would stay here again. Thank you . Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P.

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

Blueberry Fest 2024…

This is our third time, 2nd year for blueberry fest staying at the property. We always have a great time here. Location is perfect, house is spacious and beds are comfy. So many rooms and seats to share. Quiet and calm setting. You cannot go wrong staying at this property. Owners are great to deal with. Will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine H.

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

Loved location and space

For a group of 6 of us we thoroughly enjoyed this home; it was our 3rd time and it did not disappoint. The large screen room was a highlight. We were easily able to utilize kitchen and grill for several meals at home. Thank you for new memories. We will return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina P.

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

Incredible home & wonderful location!

The home was even nicer than in the pictures. It was more spacious than we thought, so many areas to sit and enjoy time with our family. There were so many items supplied, ample towels, linens, kitchen tools, etc. We are certain to choose this property again in the future! Thank you SO MUCH!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Sweet Summer Memories

This was our first time staying at South Beach Charmer and we were there for 8 nights. We loved every minute of our stay. The location can’t be beat! We walked EVERYWHERE! Super close to downtown, the Farmer’s Market and South Beach access. The screened porch can’t be beat! It was our favorite place in the home. The amount of space in this home is amazing. The family room couch is so comfortable, and having 3 living spaces was wonderful! We traveled with our children and 10 month old grandson and the home was perfect. The upstairs bedrooms and bathroom are spacious and new while the main floor bedroom seems original to the home. It is charming and we love the historical feel of the home. The upstairs balcony was great for sitting outside to read a book in the sun and the screened porch was well used for dinners and game nights. The kitchen had everything we needed and we loved having a washer and dryer. Julie was great with communication and was super helpful! We made some pretty special memories at this home and can’t wait to return next summer! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan C.

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

Nice wrap around porch

Hello, We enjoyed our stay on Huron street. The living space, porch and 3 restrooms were nice. Great location. Roof space has a nice view. Some suggestions; the bunk bed is very dated. The person who slept in it kept bumping their arm and head when turned over. The kitchen needs updating lighting. Even with the stove light on the refrigerator...still was vary dark. All communication was good. I hope the owner found the missing set of keys. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P., Mattawan, MI USA

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

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the south beach/near town charmer …

Second time staying, first time for full week. Loved the screened in porch and upper exterior deck areas for morning coffee and evening champagne… So spacious with a lot of seating for hosting friends and family. Location was perfect for walking uptown and evening walks… Garage had fun things for activities like bags game and bicycles… Wish we could stay longer. Will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Location, space, joy

Outstanding location, minutes walk from restaurants, bars, beach, river, park. Pictures do not give justice to how much space you have on this property. Lots of toys, games, and activities. Great place for a family vacation. Will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica s.

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

Wonderful property and location

This is our 3rd time staying at this wonderful home. The location can't be beat, very close to town and not too far from the beach. The screened in front porch is where we spent most of our time, just lovely. We had a small issue and the hosts were available and immediately responded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie S., Marshall, IL

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

Wonderful!

Exactly as described. Walking distance from everything you need. House had so much room for our girls trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P., Mattawan, MI USA

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

Great Halloween mini vaca in a beautiful home

My family and I had an awesome time.Julie was a pleasure to work with.House was clean, spacious, warm and charming.We loved the upstairs exterior deck overlooking the channel.Walked in for five minutes and our mom wanted to book it for next years blueberry fest…Many areas to sit in with great furniture.Large screened in porch with close location to downtown.Numerous bathrooms made it very convenient..Will definitely be back next year…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheree W.

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

Enjoyed

Great location and very cozy home vHope to book next year
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Martha B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway!

The house is in a good location. House is located on a dead end road .Walking distance to downtown and South Beach 10 min. Very large roomy house. Has one bedroom downstairs and 2 upstairs. Bedroom downstairs had lumpy mattress. Had to contact the owner because front door deadbolt did not lock .She told us the how to make it work . House could use a good cleaning as there were cobwebs and sand on tables . They had bikes in garage and outdoor games which we used . I would recommend this house. This is a good family vacation house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

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

Location location location

Great rental I quiet neighborhood but so close to everything- walked to beach and lighthouse as well as downtown- huge screened in porch and balcony access upstairs from two bedrooms overlooking partial river and lake view.. nice house - lotta space for privacy too..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanna R.

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

Great week!

This home was perfect for us. It is on a quiet block, with short walks to the harbor walk and to the beach. The house is spacious and welcoming. The kitchen is well appointed and we really enjoyed making s’mores at the campfire. The screened porch is really awesome, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie

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Family of six, from high schooler to out of college. Time to slow life down and enjoy each others company!

Why they chose this property

Love our darling home and hope you do too! We looked for a few years after falling in love with South Haven. Finally found what we wanted - a comfy retreat near all beach and town in a serene setting
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