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Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!

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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

South Haven

A family-friendly stay in the heart of South Haven awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Lake Michigan and North Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a flat-screen TV are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and gas grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this North Side holiday home include Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Entertainment - ‬5 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.

Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!

Extensive renovations and restorations over the last 20 years at 222 Brockway Avenue capture the feel of relaxation and fun for your stay in South Haven! Our long driveway will accommodate four vehicles. Street parking is also available for two vehicles March 16-November 14.

We rent the cottage Saturday to Saturday during the last two weeks of June, the month of July, and the first two weeks of August. Outside of those dates, it is usually a three night minimum, although we do rent for two nights in the off season. Our rental fee includes the cleaning fee, Taxes are extra. We do not allow smoking or pets.

Our 4 bedroom, 2 full bath, air conditioning, and washer/dryer cottage is located 600 ft. from Lake Michigan drive (North Shore Drive) and a 15-minute walk to the 50+ Historic Downtown South Haven shops. The cottage is just under a mile from the drawbridge in downtown South Haven. There are six public beaches on the North Side of South Haven. Our closest public beach is located at Oak Street and North Shore Drive. This is a five-minute walk from our house. You can see this when mapping our address.

We have a quiet neighborhood, which should make your stay a pleasant one. Please look at the photos of our renovated cottage! Walk north for an hour on the beach or browse the town with its unique shops and restaurants.

The cottage is located on the exclusive north side of town, less than a mile from Downtown South Haven.

First floor bedrooms:
white bedroom = twin trundle and queen bed, TV/DVD/ROKU
yellow bedroom = queen bed
pink bedroom = bunk bed with twin on top and full-on bottom
New Master Bath in 2015! Barrier-free shower and ADA toilet.

Lower level bedroom:
green bedroom = full futon and queen bed, TV/DVD/ROKU
Bathroom renovation in 2017! Bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet.

The cottage has a 70' flat screen television in the living room, cable and wireless wifi, air conditioning, two electronic fireplaces, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and double oven. The kitchen is fully stocked with small appliances, pots and pans, dishes, and everything you need to make a wonderful meal. The only thing you need to add is your own food.

We provide garbage bags, kitchen towels, paper towels, toilet paper, Kleenex, bathroom towels, sheets, and other bedding. Queen and full beds have four pillows. Twin beds have two pillows.

We also have lots of beach toys and child life jackets for your use.

The kitchen seats 12 people. We also have a patio area in the backyard, a gas grill, and a portable fire pit.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only outside on the deck.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets due to allergies.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The home has a lockable door to the downstairs.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only outside on the deck.

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 are allowed on site
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Happy Ours Cottage, 4 Minute Walk to Sandy Beach! South Haven

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

Yep, Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! is a short 9-minute walk from North Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing. You can also find water sports equipment.

Does Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

No, Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Happy Ours Cottage, 4 minute walk to sandy beach!?

No, pets are not allowed.