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Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, 8-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Nestled in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, this South Haven cottage offers a warm retreat with four bedrooms and three full baths. Stroll 3 1/2 minutes to Oak Street Beach Access on Lake Michigan or walk to downtown South Haven.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown


Total usable space in cottage 2,800 sq ft - main level with three bedrooms and two baths / lower level finished with one bedroom and one full bath with large family room and extra sleeping space (two foldable/portable queen beds with memory foam matresses)

Easy 5 minute walk to Oak Street Beach Access on Lake Michigan (1/2 Block). Four bedrooms, three full baths, sleeps 12 comfortably with extra sleeping space in basement family room. Easy walk to downtown South Haven. Quiet, family oriented neighborhood.

Weekly rentals only (7 nights) in the Summer Jul - Aug
Two night minimum in off-season (Sept - Jun)
Off-season rates are lower for three nights or more. Please inquire for rates on specific dates.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used towels on the bathroom floor
Leave used beds unmade
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Bring your own beach towels and beach chairs.
The fireplace is NOT to be used by renters.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: No bachelor/bachelorette/sorority/fraternity
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Location...walk Beach Downtown South Haven
Great Locationwalk Haven
Great Location Walk To Haven
Great Location...walk to Beach Downtown
Great Location...walk to Beach and Downtown South Haven

About the area

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven. Stanley Johnson Park and Warner Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging, ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our South Haven travel guide
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Sunset on Lake Michigan in South Haven on the North Pier.
    North Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kal Haven Trail
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Warner Vineyards
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe Julia
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive
  • Biggby Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • Clementine's
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Great Location...Walk to beach and Downtown Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linsee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a quiet stay with friends. We enjoyed everything. The only thing I would say is for fall weather, it would be nice to have a fire pit area for outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Here with other family members for a wedding. Everything was in top shape, very clean and comfortable. Donna answered all questions quickly and check in was easy. Plenty of space for a larger family group and close to shops , restaurants and beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Perfect South Haven location

Close enough to walk into town and to the beach everyday! The house is perfect for 8 adults and two children. The owner is wonderful and responds right away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

SoHa Family Fun

The house was absolutely amazing and beautiful! It was far better and much larger than my family could imagine. The decor of the house was gorgeous! The kitchen was very well stocked. The landscaping and yard were perfect. The location was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Great house!

This house was great for our week long trip. Description was right on point. Spacious bedrooms and living room area. Kitchen was fully equipped and made cooking dinners easy. Cute little backyard with beautiful hydrangeas. Best of all short walk to the beach and close to downtown area. Host was also quick to answer any questions during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Perfection!

Our three generation family could not have enjoyed this place more. Comfy everything - lounging furniture, beds, and outdoor furniture were great. Lovely bathrooms, bedrooms equipped with ceiling fans. The kitchen was well equipped - we have several good cooks and we wanted for nothing. The host was very responsive. We are looking forward to booking this place for our annual (upwards of 25 years) SoHa vacation in 2025!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi D.

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

Comfortable Family Vacation Retreat

My family and I were happy with this house. It is on a quiet street, close to the beach and the shopping area. We were pleasantly surprised at how well stocked the kitchen was. The family room was comfortable and had plenty of room to visit. There were 9 of us and we had plenty of room. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. The house was clean. The downstairs shower was a big hit and we had to all take turns using it. The back yard had a nice grill, that we used for the fresh fish we just caught. Plenty of area in the back to hang out. The outdoor lights were a nice touch. The owner was very responsive to any questions. When we come back to South Haven, we will rent again. Thank you, Donna!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

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

Plenty of space and clean

There was plenty of space for our group of 6 adults and 1 child. The walk to the public beach was short and simple. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Short Walk to the Beach

Loved the location, great place for adults or families to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

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

Cute and comfy vacation home

Such a cute home tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood! We loved our time there and would recommend it to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Man I really hate writing anything good because then I’m sure the price will go up but WOW. This house was everything we could’ve asked for. Perfect walking distance, all the kitchen gadgets you need, and very comfortable sleeping for all 12 people. Backyard was super cute too! A must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Great Location

Great place to stay on North Shore Beach. Short drive to beach or easy walk (10 minutes). Walked into town everyday (20 minutes). Wide sidewalks safe area, beautiful homes and many extended families! We had 8 adults and two children 5 and under. House is laid out nice with three full baths. Downstairs is private and finished. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Great stay for large family

Overall we had a lovely stay. The property is a beautifully renovated house in a great location - an easy walk to a small public beach with little kids! The kitchen was also very well stocked so we could cook and not rely on eating out a ton. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross A.

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

Family reunion

This was the best equipped kitchen I have ever had in a rental property. The location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Perfect getaway

The Brockway house was perfect for our family (8 adults and 2 toddlers) making vacation comfortable and a breeze. The walk to beach is literally minutes and you have a few options. Coffee shops and town easily included as a pit stop for a longer 15 minute tour. The house was incredibly clean and modern to appeal to our large group, with all the amenities you can need for your stay and space for a large group. Communication was easy with the owners and setup of the house was very thoughtful and straightforward. Thank you for the excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P., United States

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

Great Spot in South Haven

This unit was really great for our family. Location is convenient to the north side beaches and the owner was responsive when we had questions. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim P., Quad Cities, IL

A great spot!!

We planned a big girls trip and we stayed at Sheila's English Cottage. It was a wonderful trip with a great place to stay. The 3 bathrooms are ideal for this many girls. We can't wait to return next year. The cottage was beautiful and perfect for us!

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

Very nice and close to town

Very pleasant week in South Haven for our family of 5, plus our dog. Short trip to the big beaches (2 minutes by car, 15 minute jog), and a short walk to the small beaches. Plenary of room for us to hang out and play games. Owner is very responsive. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elly B.

Great girls weekend

The house was perfect for 7 moms who needed a weekend away!! The beds were comfy. The kitchen had everything we needed. The outside was cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect house for weekend in south Haven.

Even better than the listing! We rented this property with 3 couples for a weekend of golf, pickleball and exploring south Haven. The house is beautiful, clean and comfortable and a short walk to the beach and to town. We are planning on making this an annual event and look forward to returning to the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ray s.

Sheila's English Cottage Was Perfect For Us

This lovely home is the perfect vacation spot for us. It is comfortable, clean, spacious and well-stocked with everything travelers need. The location is just what we like: the beach and town are in easy walking distance. Paul and Sheila are helpful, friendly and accommodating. A huge bonus is the fact that dogs are welcome. Our daughter and niece love the fact that their little companions can come along on vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Great stay for joyous occasion

231 Brockway in South Haven, MI was a perfect match for our stay. The home was clean, pleasant and well equipped. Based on market rate, the nightly cost was very competitive. The lower level space was a real bonus for us to accommodate all our family. The manager was attentive and responsive. Easy access to all that South Haven has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

karin c.

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

Perfect couples get away

This was the perfect house for 4 couples! The house was clean, very well equipped and the perfect location- walking distance to the beach and downtown. Donna was very accessible and answered questions in a very timely manner. This was our second time renting this property and it will definitely not be our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Wonderful home!

We totally enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home! We were celebrating a family birthday and had adults and teens. There was plenty of room for everyone to have there own space and the kids loved having the basement to themselves. The gathering areas were spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was outstanding and very well equipped. Great location, quiet street, and a yard big enough to play yard games and sit and relax. Would highly recommend! Thanks, Donna!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renate R.

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

Birthday Gathering

We came to South Haven to celebrate a family birthday. Our group was made up of two grandparents, our adult daughter, our son and his wife and their two and a half year old. The layout of the house was perfect for us, as the downstairs is practically a separate apartment. The linens and towels were very good quality—-I always appreciate that. The house was very comfortable, had ample room for all of us, and Eleanor, who is currently being a dinosaur, could run around and roar to her heart’s content. The area is quiet, but close to everything. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021