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Secluded Riverfront Getaway

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View from fire pit in the backyard
View from the fire pit
This updated custom California Contemporary home on the Black River was built in 1972
Winter view from front yard
Front of the house

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

+2
2 King Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Secluded Riverfront Getaway

Secluded five bedroom riverfront home in a wooded, park-like setting, perfect for families or groups.
Large, updated home surrounded by a landscaped yard and dense woods all around. Perfect for families and groups. The wooded property provides total privacy and all the comforts of home.

At the end of a long, private driveway, this one-of-a-kind custom home is located in the middle of 20 wooded acres, surrounded by large tracts of land on all sides. The 5000sf two-story home with 2-car garage has three large living areas (one with fireplace), beautiful views from the bedrooms, one of which is on the main floor. The huge basement den features a 75" TV, large sectional, and foosball, ping pong, and pool tables. The family room, which is open to the kitchen and screened porch, has a 55" TV. The large recently updated kitchen features granite counters, custom tile backsplash, two quiet dishwashers, French door refrigerator, gas five-burner cooktop, two 30" ovens, and opens on to the family room and dining room. An additional refrigerator is located in the basement mud room. YouTube TV and wireless internet included. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Please let me know the breed and confirm that they are well-trained.

Summer Paradise: The patio off the kitchen/dining/family room area includes a dining table for 8 plus an outdoor living room. Enjoy the fire pit, river views and bird-watching in the back yard, outdoor games, all secluded in the middle of the woods but just a short drive to the beach and town. Deer, turkeys and other wildlife roam the property. A short drive from the property are multiple winery tasting rooms, a golf course, a beachfront Lake Michigan park, and a pumpkin patch with hay rides for autumn guests. Also close by is South Haven, with its charming downtown, farmers market, public beaches and lively riverfront. Other nearby attractions include Saugatuck/Douglas, Fennville, wineries with tasting rooms, breweries, numerous golf courses, antique markets, you-pick orchards, lakes with boat and kayak rentals, hike and bike trails, and many dining options.

Winter Wonderland: Enjoy the views of snow on the evergreen trees in the winter. The house has two furnaces and a fireplace, and is quite cozy and warm in the winter. The nearby Kal-Haven trail is great for cross country skiing. A short drive away are the Bittersweet and Timber Ridge ski areas, where guests can downhill ski and snowboard; lessons, rentals and daily lift tickets available. Downtown South Haven has an open-air ice skating rink, open daily - skate rentals available, as well as coffee and hot chocolate next door!

Guests have access to the entire house and garage. We are close by and available by email, text or phone, but will otherwise stay out of your way! This is a special property - a custom California Contemporary home on 20 wooded acres with many hardwood and evergreen trees and a lush lawn, surrounded by woods and farmland. It is very private and quiet, with amazing views of the night sky, but is just a short drive from many area attractions and the towns of South Haven, Fennville and Saugatuck/Douglas. Plenty of parking! Large driveway area in front of the house.
Guests have access to the entire house - five bedrooms on three floors, three new bathrooms, three large living areas, fireplace, an open updated kitchen, huge finished basement, screened porch, sun deck, patio, and the beautifully landscaped yard, tennis court with basketball backboard and surrounding woods.

This great getaway space has all the comforts of an updated home in a relaxing, tranquil environment. Amtrak (Bangor station) is about 15 miles away. The property is a short drive from Interstate 196. The closest airport is Grand Rapids, about an hour drive away. Well-stocked kitchen (non-food items), high quality linens (bedroom and bathroom), YouTube TV and Wi-Fi internet included.
After booking is confirmed, guest and host will execute a separate rental agreement. It is a standard contract that is required by my insurance company and shouldn't contain any surprises.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Pullman

Located in Pullman, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Michigan Flywheelers Museum and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Virtue Cider and Fenn Valley Vineyards. Travelling with kids? Consider The Fun Park and Forever Curious Children's Museum. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking in the area.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Flywheelers Museum - 21 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 22 min drive - 22.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 23 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 23 min drive - 24.7 km
  • South Beach - 25 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pullman Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fire Water Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Country Fare Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hawkshead Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cogdal Vineyards - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Riverfront Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Secluded Riverfront Getaway located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan, The Fun Park and Saddle Lake. Michigan Flywheelers Museum and Virtue Cider are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every one raved about the house and surroundings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Lovely property

The manager/owner was so nice and the property was incredible! Short drive to civilization but the property felt like we were the only people for miles. Best of both worlds!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane H.

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

Nice property

Awesome stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

krishna c.

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

Beautiful house with character

Loved the place and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Amazing Property

Abundance of views, features and indoor and outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen O.

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

Great Home and Location

We absolutely loved our stay, the home, and the property. We would highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful Rental! The cleanest VRBO we’ve stayed in!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noah J.

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

Great house and location

Our family spent a long Thanksgiving in the home. Plenty of space and the kitchen worked wonderfully.The games downs stairs were a great hit and the location between twins was extremely convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R.

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

Amazing

Visited with a group of old friends. The place is absolutely amazing. Quiet, clean and secluded. Will be back for sure. Close to all needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Golf outing

This property was fabulous! The indoor and outdoor spaces at this property are perfect for a group to just relax and enjoy. Plenty of room for the 9 of us golfers and within 20 minutes of several top notch golf courses.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Beautiful home and property.

We enjoyed every aspect of this amazing home, so much space, and such a beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanumanth K.

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

One Place I Would Like to Go Every Year

We just needed this break and a great place to start new year..!! Very pleasant, cozy and well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house! I’m not sure what I can add that other reviews haven’t already said. There is a reason this house has so many 5 star reviews. There’s plenty of space for multiple families to spread out without feeling on top of each other. The huge basement was perfect for our kids to play in, and the house itself was very clean with a well-stocked kitchen.The outdoor space is tremendous, with beautiful landscaping that makes it even more inviting. We especially enjoyed the tennis court, which we used several evenings for pickleball with the kids. The court is on the older side with several large cracks, so if you’re a serious player it’s a bit tough to play on—but for the kids, it was perfect.We did have a minor issue with water pressure on our first day, but I texted the owner and they had someone out right away to fix it—great communication and responsiveness.It’s also in a great location, just a quick 15–20 minute drive to South Haven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew g.

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

Great House + Well equipped

Great place for a family reunion. Lots of space inside and out and plenty of games provided. Don't miss the Elegant Farmer pies available at the Dutch Farm Market.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette W.

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

Family time

Wonderful place to stay!!! Love the views and we loved the tennis court! ( we played a bunch of pickle ball)!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Amazing Property with Fantastic Amenities!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful home! The property is stunning—secluded, peaceful, and full of great amenities that made our trip unforgettable. The house itself is spacious and beautifully designed, with a fantastic game room in the basement that kept the teenagers entertained for hours. The giant fire pit outside was perfect for cozy evenings under the stars, and we loved having a tennis/basketball court on-site for some active fun.Inside the house, we were impressed by the convenience of having two ovens and two dishwashers, which made meal prep and cleanup a breeze for our large group. The location was also ideal, with just a short drive to South Beach for easy access to the water and local attractions.Overall, this home provided everything we needed for a perfect getaway. We’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, yet fun-filled retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ioana P.

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

Great stay

Everything was as described. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie C.

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

Wedding weekend

House was very nice, plenty of room for our family. Weekend was rainy, would have loved to have explore more of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci K.

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

Peaceful setting

This property worked perfectly for our many day trips or a day at "home". We had more than enough room and enjoyed the many activity options available. My family is already asking when we can return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Gorgeous!

Amazing for our 1-week stay over the 4th of July. Private, clean, gorgeous house near a creek. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey C.

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

Great Weekend!

The house was beautiful! 15 minutes from downtown South Haven. Thanks for allowing us to have a great weekend with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

Great Family Weekend!

Beautiful house, beautiful setting. Weekend getaway with my family, played ALOT of ping pong, cards, & watched football! Weather was nice enough for us to also use the tennis courts & basketball hoop!! Kitchen is fully stocked, used grill for a nice steak dinner!! Highly recommend if you’re looking for some fun family time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron & Olivia W.

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

Quick Summer Family Getaway

Our family gathered from different areas in Ohio and Michigan for a last summer get away before kids were back to school and some of us back to work. This home was so, so beautiful. Close to the fun and business of South Haven and Saugatuck, but a great, quiet oasis to return to. I’ve seen other reviews saying, “we wished we lived here” and I couldn’t agree more! I love this stay and would absolutely return. No complaints at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

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

I love this house

This was the pefect home to host a weekend trip with 3 families. The house and property were beautiful and serene. Game room was great for the little ones. We made a few big meals and the kitchen had everything we could've wanted. Hope to come again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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