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Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Outdoor dining
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 143300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Haven Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kal Haven Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

South Haven

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this South Haven vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Kal Haven Trail. North Beach and Warner Vineyards are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kal Haven Trail - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • North Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Warner Vineyards - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 16 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Julia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 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.

Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches

Perched on a hill overlooking the Black River, this 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom home is the perfect location for your next family getaway. The many outdoor seating areas are perfect for planning the day’s activities over a morning cup of coffee. Choose between kayaking, fishing, bicycling the nearby Kal-Haven trial, strolling through the quaint downtown shops, hiking the state park dunes, disc golfing, and relaxing at one of the many beaches before winding down the day around a bonfire under the stars. The open floor plan of the home features an upper and lower level - each with its own kitchen and outdoor patio space. There is also a spacious dining room perfect for large family meals and the seven bedrooms sleep as many as 18. There is plenty of space outdoors for setting up a volleyball net or playing tag. Also available for use are 4 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, a canoe, 6 bikes, and a variety of beach chairs and sand games.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.5 mi (53-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) from North Beach and 4.3 mi (8-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches to downtown South Haven?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from South Haven.

Secluded River Retreat near South Haven’s Historic Downtown & Sandy Beaches Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seemed like we were in the wilderness with a river for kayaking near the back yard but we’re only 10 min from down town. House is lovely and spacious- pictures did not do it justice! Accommodated the whole family with not being cramped- would recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could possibly want to do is available at the home or 5 to 15 minutes away. The bathrooms were nice and the beds were cozy. What more could you ask for??
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Father/grandfather

Very nice property. Great stay. Owner was very nice and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

GREAT location, close to so many things yet tucked away from the chaos!

Lesley was amazing to work with, she was accommodating to our needs and responded quickly to questions. Very nice home with plenty of room for our family of 13.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Away from all the hustle of the city yet really close to town and beach. Quiet and woodsy with activities along river and ten minutes to beach. Nice get away with lots to do at the house. Loved the campfires in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mujeeb S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location was perfect

My extended family really enjoyed staying there. Having three levels of the house and full kitchen in the lower level gave everyone the privacy and at the same time gathering in the large dining room gave an opportunity for bonding. Canoeing/ kayaking in the river was fun and gave us the flexibility to enjoy it at our convenience. The beach was closeby and easily accessible. Overall highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andre R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time in south haven

I had a really nice time at this property. It was really clean and well furnished. We had a great time with all of the fun things left for us (ping pong, archery, fishing). All who attend said the same, we would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021