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Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home!

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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A wooden staircase leading to a beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.
A covered patio area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and string lights.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with a round table, and a living room with a sofa and a painting.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a round rug. There is a kitchen area visible through an open doorway.
A paved pathway leading to a house with a grey exterior and white trim.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanley Johnson Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

South Haven

West Wing Estates stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this West Wing Estates vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and North Beach. Michigan Maritime Museum and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • North Beach - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Stanley Johnson Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • South Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Silver Beach - 34 min drive - 36.5 miles
  • Holland State Park - 36 min drive - 35.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Clementine's - ‬4 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.

Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home!

Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home for your family to experience all that South Haven has to offer. This home is located on a quiet street just one block from the 1st Street beach access to beautiful Lake Michigan. You'll have easy access to the beach for morning walks, swimming, sand play, hunting for beach glass, or sunsets. You'll also be able to take advantage of the variety of included bicycles for all ages to make the quick trip to other beach access points or downtown for shopping or a bite to eat. After you've explored the beach and South Haven, you'll be able to relax in a private backyard or screened-in porch.
Haven Hideaway is adjacent to a sister cottage, Cozy Cottage. Both are intended to be rented separately, with separate entrances and private areas, but could easily be rented together for multiple families or couples to enjoy. Click this link to view the Cozy Cottage property. Cozy Cottage
Enter Property #2111572 to view the Cozy Cottage property

INSIDE THE HOME
This one-level charming cottage will welcome you the minute you walk in with the open floor plan and attention to detail in the decor throughout. When you first walk into the entryway you will find wall hooks to hang your jackets or beach towels and a storage closet with items such as a cooler, beach toys, and inflatables for you to use during your stay. As you enter the home you will enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, with a dishwasher, and dining area. The large living room is set up for maximum enjoyment with large sitting chairs, a queen-size pull-out sofa sleeper, and entertainment with a smart tv. Off of the living room and down a short hallway, you will find a full bath, with a tub, two bedrooms, and a laundry room.
The master bedroom offers comfort with a queen-sized bed, smart tv, large closet, and a full bath with tub. The second bedroom offers a queen-sized bed, with a single trundle bed that slides out from underneath, a closet, and a bonus desk/seating area where you can plan your activities, work remotely, or find many board games, books, toys, and supplies for “kids” of all ages. The finished laundry room provides a full-size washer and dryer, additional storage for beach tents, and chairs which are provided for you to use during your stay.
SLEEPING
This vacation home sleeps, 7 guests.
Bedroom #1 – Queen bed
Bedroom #2 – Queen bed with slide-out single trundle bed
Living Room – Queen-sleeper-sofa

OUTDOOR SPACE
Did we mention this home has amazing outdoor space in the form of a large private yard and a relaxing screened-in porch? Enjoy coffee, wine, games, or just relaxing on the screened-in porch any time of day that is located through double doors off of the living room. On the porch, there is ample seating, including a coffee table, loveseat, and four chairs. If you spend the evening on the porch you can enjoy the ambiance of the Edison lights strung above. As you leave the screened-in porch you walk into the large backyard where you can play croquet, the game is stored in the porch area, or relax in the hammock that will be calling your name. Also, outside you will find a small deck on which the gas grill, a patio table with four chairs, are located for you to enjoy outdoor dining.
Parking: Parking is provided for 2 cars on the cement pad in front of the garage, and street parking in front of the home.

EXTRAS
Throughout the home are “extras” that will make your stay more convenient and enjoyable. These include beach items that are stored in the home for your use and toys and items that are great for inside entertainment. Additionally, if you have young children there is a high chair and pack 'n play in the home, and three different stroller options in the garage, all provided for your convenience.
Guests at each cottage will have access to garage storage that holds items you may need or find useful during your stay; including 4 adult bikes, 3 youth bikes, 1 balance bike, 2 razor scooters, bike locks, multi-tool for basic bike maintenance, and air pump. These are shared items and so we do ask that you keep these items stored in the labeled area.
View sister cottage, Cozy Cottage, at Property #2111572 on VRBO

THE LOCATION
This home is in the perfect location for you and your family or friends to truly enjoy everything South Haven has to offer. It is an easy walk to multiple beach access points, a quick bike ride to downtown, and easy car access to parks, farms, orchards, wineries, and other adjacent beach towns. Make Haven Hideaway your home away from home! Haven Hideaway your home away from home!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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
Perfect for a Summer Getaway! Cottages on Wash!
501569

Frequently asked questions

How close is Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! to the airport?

This vacation home is 45.9 mi (55-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from North Beach and 2.5 mi (6-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! to downtown South Haven?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from South Haven.

Haven Hideaway by Cottages on Wash is the perfect vacation home! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Conveniently located close to beaches, only a short drive. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
With the beach in walking distance, know that the location has bikes, beach equipment, and grilling equipment. It was very family-friendly! As long as you stay on top of emptying the dehumidifier, there's very little to worry about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the Haven Hideaway. It was the perfect size for our family and had everything we needed during our stay! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pictures on website look much better than it actually does .. needs some work Very musty smell possibly coming from garage ??? … several light bulbs out Kitchen dark Porch boards moldy and rotten … just needs some TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family friendly, great location, great overall experience

Stayed here for 4 nights with wife, 3yo and 1yo. The layout and amenities provided by this rental really suited our needs. Close walk to the public beach and easy drive to the main South Haven beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem

We had an amazing time. It was so warm and inviting it felt like home. I can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay Close to the Beach

This was our 8th family visit to South Haven, but our first staying on North Beach. We loved the proximity to the beach and the provided bicycles, scooters, etc. The listing was as described and had everything to make our stay comfortable, plus some extras such as children’s toys, books, games, etc. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gem in a cozy neighborhood

We loved this little spot off the beaten path on the north side of town, easy walk to wonderful beach access, and a quick drive to all the excitement around the area. We had a perfect getaway with family. (Didn't realize it was directly adjoined to another rental, but the tucked configuration made it no bother at all)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Convenient location - doesn't live up to the pictures

when we visited, the cottage had a musty smell to it whenever you entered. The cottage was clean so not sure what the source of that was. The ceilings are low here as I am average height and was able to reach up and touch them. this is not obvious from the photos. The location was great, and that is as advertised. The hammock mentioned was a bit moldy and in need of replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Nice location. Close proximity to several pocket beaches. The second bathroom shower never worked. The house had a musty smell, even with humidifiers running, especially the small vestibule area between the front door and garage. The sister house patio is directly outside of one of the bedroom windows. Guests in that house, obviously entitled to enjoy their time..but it was loud and after 9 pm. Not conducive to sleeping as we had two young kids with us. Several loose boards on the approach and the back deck is very rotted. There were three different days listed for garbage pick up. That should be updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed in the quality of this rental.

Disappointed in quality of this rental. There was a very strong musty odor. There were dead bugs on floor under cabinets in kitchen and a live spider and web in kitchen cabinets. There were bugs in the bathtub. There were no towels and washcloths in the unit. Had to igure out who to call and when I asked for the towels, the person I spoke with wanted me to wait until the next day before bringing the towels. I told her that would not be ok, and that she needed to bring them as soon as possible that night! Instructions for check-out procedures were very limited!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage close to beach access! Clean and cozy! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Location

The property was nice, clean and you could not tell that the property was a duplex. We enjoyed our visit! The VRBO listing indicated that it was a short walk to the beach and to downtown. We didn't consider either to be a short walk (at least for our age)but both were a short drive distance. The beaches were great and the downtown area was quaint with plenty to do. We had a great time in South Haven and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend wedding celebration

Rental met our needs. Our neighbors rented the adjoining property and that was great. Not so sure I would want to rent not knowing who’s in the adjacent property. Location was perfect. A couple of suggestions: bedrooms need mirrors and kitchen needs a griddle. Floor in hall needs repair and is a tripping hazard
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place and great location

The space was adorable and had almost everything we needed (3 adults for a long weekend). No one was in the larger adjoining unit so it felt very private. I am not sure if it would feel so private if the adjoining property was rented since they share a backyard. The only missing item we needed were adult sized folding beach chairs; backpack style ones would be a great addition. Also, there is inconsistent info in the listing. It is listed as a one bathroom unit but there were two full bathrooms which was really convenient. Walk to downtown stores and restaurants is a little over 1 mile. The nearest beach access was a little confusing, based on the signage public access is only 18 feet but people were spread out and I am not sur e who enforces the limited access, maybe homeowners but that seems silly when the beach is miles long to tell people not to sit in front of a private residence- there's clearly room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway

My family (6 adults) had a great stay here. Close drive, walk, or bike ride to the beach. The bikes provided were a nice bonus. Beautiful area and close to other Michigan beach towns too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Haven Stay

Our group had a great time. The location was perfect for watching sunset and the bikes were a great for exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

For reference purposes I believe there are some maintenance issues that need to be addressed.

For reference purposes I believe there are some maintenance issues that need to be addressed. It seems that the floor across from the bathroom just before the laundry room entrance is soft as though there may be some issues going on beneath the flooring. The bathroom drain runs very slow and there is some leaking around the faucet. Several lights in the kitchen & 2nd bedroom need replacing. Other than 1 phone call for an explanation on my invoice I did not have any other contact with your team. The individual I spoke to was helpful. The property was actually found on VRBO
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very cozy

Cute place, easy check in. Could have been cleaner but overall a great location and great stay. Loved walking to first street beach for sunsets
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice visit

Nice place to stay, I was a bit confused by the way they advertised the unit. It appears you get a large type house, but once you read on, you get half the house. Overall a nice visit, some issues with electricity in the unit, which was a bit frustrating
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay.

We enjoyed our stay. My sister and I rented Haven Hideaway and Cozy Cottage for our annual family vacation. The close proximity of the cottages made it very easy for our children and grandchildren to enjoy each other’s company without having to travel to another location. Everyone was more than helpful and very pleasant.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Duplex Block Away from the Beach

We really enjoyed this property. We'd love to rent the whole house next time with a couple other families. Everything we needed other than beach towels, and food was there for us. Beds were very comfortable too! Property was very clean. Loved that they had thought of details like beach toys, beach chairs, bikes and scooters. They had more there than we needed or expected. which was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A few problems left us disappointed, but was a fun stay! Quick, nice people.

A few problems left us disappointed, but was a fun stay! Quick, nice people.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot!

The Haven Hideway was a perfect place for my friends and I to gather for a much needed reunion. The house is very comfortable, has everything you would need as well as additional thoughtful touches like bikes and beach gear. We loved the screened in porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

All was good here.

All was good here. Professional.

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