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Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage

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True beachfront charm
Table for four slides out for dinner and games, and back in again for party of 2
True old school beach cottage
Marble top table, especially designed for the bakers amongst us
Bed contains 6 large baskets below to store all of your belongings

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
South Haven, MI
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • South Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage

This true beach cottage on Lake Michigan's Magnificent Mile, beautiful beachfront with only a slope to the shore, no steps to endure. Live on the beach or walk to town for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Bring all the float toys you want or even pull your boat or jet ski right up to our shore for the day, it's your choice.

Enjoy an adult beverage on our private beach during the day or a fine bottle of wine at your bonfire after the sun goes down. We've spent many a night watching the sun go down, gazing at the stars. When not on the beach hang on our common area large deck or in our quaint cottage with views of the lake.

This is one of the original South Haven cottages that has been meticulously maintained to please the most discriminant beach goer who is looking for that unique and memorable experience.

***Best for small family or romantic getaway. Ideal for 2 adults and up to 2 small children. This unit has a studio style layout with a queen bed and full couch/futon.

Property manager

Gregg

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 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

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 on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Michigan Flywheelers Museum are cultural highlights. The Fun Park and Kids Place Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • South Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beachfront Studio Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerad T.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valarie Z.

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

charming cottage

great location. direct access to beach was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

3 day stay

We had a wonderful 3 days. The cottage was thoughtfully remodeled while maintaining a “cottage on the lake” feeling. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Location, location, location

Clean,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda P.

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

Lake Michigan getaway

Very nice. Perfect for 2 people. Had everything we needed. Great view from back deck. Really enjoyed the sunsets! Private beach was a plus. We did find the climb from the beach back up to the deck was difficult! Wishing there were steps. Felt like we were climbing a sand dune!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

A lovely return stay

We enjoyed our return stay at this small but charming and well appointed little cottage on the beautiful Lake Michigan. We hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved everything about the property. Location, views, space and the wonderful people we met staying in the other cottages. Cannot wait to book for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

Year 3

Great stay as usual. Perfect location for my me and my husband. Gregg is great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drina N.

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

Family Friendly Setting

This is our 4th year. We enjoy being here with our son, his spouse and very our young grandchildren. It's so easy to enjoy the beach, kayaking and sunsets with the ease of not having to drag everything down to the large public beach. We appreciate the quality of the units and the upkeep of the overall property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

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

Cute Cottage!

Cute cottage! Nicely decorated and furnished! Excellent location on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Would stay again

The cottage was charming and perfect for three adults. Owner was easy to contact and answered all questions in a timely manner. Sunsets were beautiful. Other guests became friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

OliviaW

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

Perfect place for a first solo trip!

This place is perfect for a solo trip. The cottage was so cozy, clean, and felt like home. It is right on the beach and only a couple minutes from downtown, which was super convenient. You have a perfect opportunity to watch the beautiful sunset every night as well right outside your door. It was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alix W.

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

Cozy Cottage on Lake Michigan

We've stayed in this property for the past 5 years and it truly is magical. We really lucked out in stumbling upon this place. You are right on the private beach and less than 10 minutes from town. It's the best that South Haven has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

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

private retreat

We were there before the summer rush and while kids are still in school. There were never more than five people on the beach at any given time. I so appreciated the ability to have a fire while watching the sunset. and I Loved being able to take a kayak out on the lake. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

S R.

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

A beautiful home away from home!

The "cottage on the beach" is an elegant and charming home away from home. A short walk out the front door to stroll on the beach and watch the sunset never fails to please. The cottage is exceptionally clean, updated, and designed with all the conveniences of home. You cannot ask for a better location, as the walkability and accessibility into South Haven are exceptional. Our annual visit gets better and better with each stay. The hosts are very kind and responsive to calls if needed. See you next year! Scott and Sharon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W., Ann Arbor

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

Anniversary trip

We had a fabulous time and plan to return next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene C.

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

Perfectly Petite

Smart use of 300+ square feet. Designed to feel clean, roomy and luxurious all at the same time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeaneen S.

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

25th Wedding Anniversary

The cottage was cute and clean. Two things though although there is a slope down to the shore once on the sand, there are a number of concrete steps getting there. I am still recovering from a knee replacement and it was somewhat challenging. Also Cottage 3 is right next to the public access so privacy was an issue, people looking in as they walked by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L., Chicago, Illinois

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

Updated cottage in a beautiful location on the lake.

We thoroughly enjoyed this small but well appointed cottage on the lake. Part of the lovely town of South Haven, the cottage is close to everything, including many restaurants and shops but feels surprisingly private.The patio with a charcoal grill was a bonus. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

A Little Slice of Paradise

This is our second year in this little cottage and once again it did not disappoint!! It is perfectly located on the beach and is a short walk to town. The cottage is perfectly organized with baskets and hooks to store your belongings. We are already looking forward to going back next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

SoHa Blue Cottage #3

Cute, clean remodeled studio cottage right on the Beach. We enjoyed 7 beautiful sunny days of beaching, walking, shopping, eating, and relaxing! Close enough to walk to coffee and downtown!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gregg

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We’ve owned high end beachfront property for over 20 years and have rented to hundreds of lovely families and couples who have had nothing but great things to say about the experiences and memories they’ve made out at our beach. We just purchased cottage 3, and totally renovated it to provide you with the best, most relaxing stay possible, we know you will not be disappointed.

Why they chose this property

We’ve owned Cottage #1 for 20+ years and could not pass up the chance to bring Cottage #3 into our family.

What makes this property unique

You’ll get the old school cottage feel, with all of the comfort of a brand new perfectly appointed unit, specifically for life on the beach.

Languages:

English