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The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 685.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views!

The Black Pearl receives its name from being located right on the Black River leading out to beautiful Lake Michigan along with the fun industrial and lake vibe. The Black Pearl is located within the Colonial Condominiums. The Colonial Condominiums were originally built in the early 1900's as a hotel. It offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in beautiful South Haven. Located within walking distance to the pristine beaches of Lake Michigan, the Colonial Condominiums are centrally located for easy access to local restaurants, shopping and outdoor recreation.

The Black Pearl includes:
-Flat screen tv
-Wireless Internet provided by the association
-Coin operated laundry in basement
-Nearby off-site parking for 3 vehicles
-Weekly rentals

The condo was remodeled and combines both unit 10 & 11. The entrance into the unit is through unit 10. The Black Pearl features:

-2 bedrooms
-2 full bathrooms
-High ceilings
-3 queen-sized beds
-Full kitchen
-Communal large deck on the Black River and overlooking Lake Michigan
*all condos, buildings and decks are non-smoking

Please note that due to the Black Pearl being located in downtown, Summer evenings and some weekends in the Spring and Fall can get a bit noisy.

Property manager

Stephanie Williamson
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this condo is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Michigan Maritime Museum and Michigan Flywheelers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, power boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 18 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Pearl: industrial condo sleeps 6, full size kitchen & scenic views! located?

This family-friendly South Haven condo building is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Maritime Museum and Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and Warner Vineyards are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Historic get away

We have walked past the building this condo is housed in for years. It was great to learn about its history! The Black Pearl is well appointed and cozy. Terrific decor. Great location…an easy walk to both South Haven and the North Beach area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

staci g.

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

Winter retreat

Yearly getaway with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halee P.

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

Perfect location and great condo

We couldn’t have asked for a better location and place to stay the weekend. Walkable to all of downtown, comfortable and clean. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Winter Getaway

Used this property as home base while shopping for wedding venues in the surrounding area. Condo is as described, very clean and conveniently located with the Property Owner very responsive. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

Great plave

Loved the property. Enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Top notch

This place was perfect. Every little detail was attended to and we wanted for nothing. Beautifully appointed place and incredibly gracious hostess. Would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

What a FABULOUS Property

Black pearls and rare and beautiful and that is the perfect name for this place...because it is a rare find and so beautiful! This property was amazing! Every aspect of this property was everything you could expect for a rental property! Loved having the bedrooms separated at each end of the condo to give privacy. Bedrooms/Bathrooms were set up like a top tier hotel! It had every imaginable supply you could think that you could need during your stay plus so much more. Kitchen was wonderful and so functional! We could not think of anything that we were missing or need when we were there! And it was for us a perfect location. (Far enough away from the bakery that we did not indulge too much!) I am already looking at booking it for another week next year! If I could give this place a 15 out of 10 I would.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Weekend Getaway

The property is beautiful. The owner was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PaulMary O.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

We had the best stay. The property is amazing. The best location. The hosts was so helpful!!!

We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

pamela d.

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

Wonderful party weekend

We had a lovely time staying at the condo. Great location. We were so impressed with the amenities that we gave the entire family the contact information. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karel B.

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

Wish we could have stayed longer!

The Black Pearl was exactly as advertised. Excellent communication from the property owner. The property was comfortable, spacious and spotless and very welcoming. Lovely welcome note and goodie bag when we arrived. Location could not be better - just a 5-minute walk to downtown and easy access to the Harbor Walk, which we took out to see the lighthouse (about 15-minute walk). We were only in town for one night, and we truly wished we could stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

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

Fabulous place to stay in South Haven!

This was an A+ VRBO experience in every way. A gift bag to welcome us was a very nice touch. Very clean, comfortable and looked just like the pictures that are posted. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Perfect location- updated and lovely condo

The location is excellent and though the property is a historic building the condo was tastefully updated and beautifully maintained. I'd stay here again and again. The owner/manager was a wonderful communicator and her attention to detail was greatly appreciated. The thoughtful gift and welcoming message was just a lovely touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Great family property with good location

My husband and I stayed with his brother's wife and almost 3 year old. The flat was perfect for two couples. The location was easy to walk to the shops, bars, and lake. Great communication with the property owner. Everything was clean and the beds were sturdy and comfortable. I would absolutely stay there again. My one note is that if a parking pass is needed, it should be provided. It wasn't an issue for our off-season visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

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

Great space, great location.

Beautifully decorated and in a great location. Stephanie was very responsive to any questions. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Beautiful place

Very nice property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Y.

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

Amazing Location!

We had a fabulous time in South Haven and staying at the Black Pearl. Everything was perfect. The condo is set up with bedrooms/ bathrooms at opposite ends which allowed for extra privacy (traveled with another couple). Kitchen and sitting area is nice. Everything was so clean. The heated bathroom floor was a nice surprise! Stephanie was responsive and eady to deal with. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alli D.

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

Cute rental, convenient location

This place is very nice to stay at, had everything we needed. The deck is very nice to sit and relax, watching the boats, and the drawbridge. It’s within walking distance to all the stores/restaurants and maybe a 10 min drive from the beach. Getting in was so easy and the host was very quick at answering when we had a question. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Looks just like information on VRBO’s sight

Had very enjoyable week. Rough start weather wise but before mid week turned gorgeous. Was a little disappointed on the information on the grill. Once we found it and the location of it made us a little skeptical about using it. Other than that we could not have had a better time. The owner Stephanie was great getting all our questions answered and not only that she was willing to go above and beyond the call of duty by offering to bring some items we left behind at check out to her home town so we could pick it up there instead of driving back to South Haven. A+ on rating
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Great place!

Very comfortable & beautifully decorated condo. Great location, close to town & beach. We walked everywhere. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great rental experience

Lovely updated space, convenient location, plenty of parking, and excellent communication and support from the host. Great experience, would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tate P.

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

Location!

Great location! The deck is wonderful to sit and watch passing boats on the Black River. Stephanie is wonderful at communication. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Summer Family Vacation

Location! Location! Location! The condo was wonderful! It is in the center of everything. Walking distance to the restaurants and beaches. The kitchen and main room were great for hanging out with the family. Beds were comfortable. The condo parking lot passes were great as we didn't have to worry about finding a parking spot, which can be huge headache in the summer. Stephanie (host) was wonderful to deal with and she answered all my questions. I would highly recommend this place. I am looking forward to our next visit to South Haven as I definitely be staying at this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Williamson

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Hello and thank you for considering staying at The Black Pearl! We are the Williamsons (Brandon & Stephanie) and grew up right on the boarder of Michigan and Indiana. Growing up, both of our families visited Lake Michigan often so we naturally fell in love with the lake and surrounding beach towns. We are high school sweethearts and tied the knot in 2014. We absolutely love traveling and meeting new people and experiencing other cultures. Both of us are in customer service related roles and strive to provide the best experience. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you might have!

Why they chose this property

We decided to purchase this home as every weekend we would find ourselves in the beach towns and beaches of Lake Michigan. Life can become busy and hectic and for me there is no better way to relax then hearing the waves crash on the shore line and the sand between my toes. This property was previously listed with Vrbo and received excellent reviews and we look to continue offering the same exceptional experience.

What makes this property unique

The Black Pearl is perfectly located within a short walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach. South Haven has many wonderful local shops and restaurants. The community deck offers individuals to sit and watch the boats coming and going from Lake Michigan and watch the sunset. The condo itself has been beautifully updated with modern conveniences.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests