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4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Game room
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
South Haven, MI
  • North Beach
    12 min walk
  • Captain Lou's
    15 min walk
  • Bangor Station
    20 min drive
  • Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
    39 min drive

Room options

About the area

South Haven

When you stay at this vacation home in South Haven, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and North Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Michigan Maritime Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Warner Vineyards.

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 12 min walk
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 3 min drive
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive
  • South Beach - 5 min drive

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown

WEEKLY rentals only mid June to Labor Day. Hey, pick this house! 'Summerwood Cottage' is located on a quiet street just 2 1/2 blocks from Lake Michigan's Oak Street Beach in South Haven. This newer house with a walk-out basement has been recently redecorated and has a rear deck and yard facing a wooded area. All amenities including Wifi included. Get the best of both worlds with a private, wooded backyard and be within walking distance of the beach and downtown! Note: We can only accommodate WEEKLY RENTALS ONLY June 15 to Labor Day. Sorry no pets.

This Wifi equipped cozy and comfortable home boasts a convenient floor plan which can accommodate either individual families or multiple families. With a total of 2100 square feet, the main floor includes the following: eat-in kitchen, master bedroom (queen bed), master bathroom (shower), bedroom 2 (queen bed), bedroom 3 (two sets of bunkbeds), bathroom 2 (tub and shower), living room (TV w/VCR/DVD and cable), deck overlooking backyard. Downstairs 1 bedroom (queen bed) with a sleeper sofa for extra visitors in the recreation room.

The lower level includes: family Rec room (fieldstone gas fireplace, Smart TV, foosball table, queen size sleeper sofa and patio doors), bedroom 4 (queen bed), bathroom 3 (shower), and laundry room (washer and dryer). The home also includes use of an attached garage with EV level 2 charger.

In the backyard you can enjoy the trees and the privacy. The upper level includes an elevated deck with a barbecue grill while the lower level includes a patio.
Amenities: We offer all of the amenities of home. The kitchen is fully equipped with all major appliances (stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher) and well as small appliances (blender, coffee maker, toaster). It is also stocked with silverware, everyday china, cookware and utensils.

We also stock everything from paper products to dish soap. The bathrooms are stocked with towels as well as paper products and soap. We do ask that you provide your own beach towels, although some are available. The bedrooms are comfortably furnished including bed linens.
General amenities include: WIFI Internet access, fire pit, air conditioning, laundry, TV (Smart TV, streaming channels only!), VCR/DVD players, local telephone service, board games, books to borrow, foosball table, children's toys, gas fireplace, gas barbecue grill, washer and dryer, iron and ironing board, outdoor shower, stereo, and anything else we pick up along the way that looks handy.
Activities: While definitely and beach/boat town, South Haven is a four season vacation destination with activities including agriculture (strawberry & blueberry picking, etc.), antiquing, art, auto racing, biking, boating & cruises, dining, fall color tours, festivals, fishing, go-carts, golf, hiking, museums, paint-ball, parks, wineries, and winter activities such as skiing (downhill or cross-country, skating and snowmobiling.
Area: South Haven is centrally located to many major cities which makes traveling easy. It is 2 hours from Chicago, 3 hours from Detroit, 1 hour from South Bend, and 1 hour from Grand Rapids.

Summerwood Cottage is located on the North side just off of North Shore Drive which has several beach access points. We are conveniently located just minutes from gorgeous and clean beaches, unique shops, and wonderful restaurants.
WEEKLY rentals only mid June to Labor Day.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Mark Weitekamper

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: $50 pet fee. must be crated if left unattended!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 blocks to beach, 1 mile to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Girls get away
Had a minor issue but owner took care of it in a timely matter. Responded to my messages quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

House is older and tired
A quiet neighborhood a few blocks to the beach was a plus. Home was dark and decor dated. Patio was covered with leaves so called rental agent who had it cleaned off. Barbecue worked well. Wanted to open Master bedroom window but it was covered with cobwebs. Sheets and towels worn.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Great stay for our guys golf weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherril J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holland tulip festival
We had a great time . Very helpfull to have 3 bedrooms on main level with my dad and aunt and uncle all in there 80s. Beautiful house. Close to town and beach. Back deck is very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Convenient walk to the beach! We were especially appreciative that there was a baby gate available for the stairs!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday get away
Everything was clean and ready when we arrived. In a nice, quiet neighborhood and not far from Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday at the Lake
Great Experience. Perfect Christmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Property was in a great location. Close to beach and downtown. We were pleasantly surprised that the property had bike for us to use. Very enjoyable and we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding weekend
The house was set up well for multiple people. We had plenty of room for everyone and the kids had fun. We enjoyed sitting on the deck out back and watching the the squirrels and deer. It was a very peaceful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise H.

Close to the beach
House was in a lovely neighborhood with walkable beaches. It had a lovely wooded backyard with a firepit that unfortunately wasn't able to be used because it was full of big logs and debri all around it. House definitely needs some updating. Basement was very spacious with bed and bathroom. Shower in basement barely worked. Window sills all full of dirt,cobwebs..Only 1 kitchen towel. Discussed all with host who was apologetic. He said he would take care of issues and gave us a partial refund.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summerwood Cottage.
Property was as advertised…. Clean, comfortable and well-appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

CYNTHIA B.

Family vacation
Enjoyed our stay. Setup in the upstairs main room could have been done differently so that you could have had more comfortable seating to visit and hang out.We drove most days to the beach because of having little ones along. Beach, water, and weather were perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Located in a very nice area, view from the top deck was great!
The place was nice but my sister and friend did have a few issues. We had brought food to cook the first night on the BBQ and that didn't work and the oven also didn't work. I called the owner and the management company and didn't receive a reply until 3pm the next day. The BBQ tank was replaced immediately and he did advise that the mgt. company didn't advise him that the oven was broke so someone came and fixed that the next day. The place was clean but the bathroom between the two bedrooms the water drains very slow. We only needed the air the last two nights but even with the bedroom doors open it didn't circulate very well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

katy l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We had an amazing stay in South Haven! The house is located in a peaceful neighborhood close to the beaches and the downtown area. The house was very clean. We had no issues checking in or out. We loved everything about this house. The space, the games and the time spent with family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ice Festival Get Away
My wife and I went with 3 other couples and the place was perfect. Everyone seemed to enjoy it. It was within walking distance for the Ice Festival in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent service
Very comfortable overall highly recommend thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding great location
Easy to rent and location was great my kids are asking when we can go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house, great location
This house has a nice open layout, and a large dining table upstairs to feed crowds and play board games :) The neighborhood is quiet, and a short walk to both the marina in one direction and Oak Beach in the other. The only drawback we found was that the house could use some home improvements. The kitchen needs updating and it would be great if the beds were bigger - they felt more like doubles instead of queens (?). Otherwise, it's a nice piece of property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great trip! Loved South Haven
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was as advertised…clean, functional and reasonable.
We had a great time at Summerwood Cottage. We’ve rented from Mark twice previously, so we knew what to expect. He is attentive to your needs and available if you need him. Everything you might need for a getaway with the grandkids is there. We’ll be there again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orpha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the location !
We did much of our own cooking and found there were several things we would of liked to had in the kitchen. We also found the A/C difficult to regulate. We are probably spoiled with central air
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday week getaway
Very comfortable and clean place to stay. Had a great time. Only negative is the fire pit is near the woods in the back so more mosquitoes will be around the fire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Really enjoyed staying here...location is quiet in a wooded area (saw deer many times while cooking dinner on the deck). Close enough to still walk to the beach, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

Liked: Cleanliness
family getaway
We highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022