North Side stay.At this North Side vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan and North Beach. Also, Michigan Maritime Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Warner Vineyards is within 2 miles (3 km).
South Haven Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Kal Haven Trail - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
Bangor Station - 19 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
South Beach Cafe - 4 min drive
Clementine's - 15 min walk
Burger King - 3 min drive
Captain Lou's Boathouse And Grill - 8 min walk
Cafe Julia - 17 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!
At the Oakland South, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, private parking, lots of space, and a fresh, cozy interior- all just steps from North Beach!
Check out our last remaining summer 2026 openings (as of September 2025). If you don’t see the dates you’re interested in, please inquire! Sometimes there is flexibility with our bookings or to be put on our waitlist!
- Now through May… - Memorial Day Weekend - May 30 to June 6 - June 6 to 14 - June 14 to 20 - June 20 to 27 - June 27 to July 4 - August 15 to 22 - August 22 to 29 - August 29 & on!
Be sure to take advantage of great late summer or early spring weather and all South Haven has to offer at lower nightly rates during the leisurely bumper seasons!
About The Oakland South This historic vacation rental sits one block from gorgeous North Beach and its family friendly playground & concessions. Located in historic Monroe Park, our place boasts four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, loads of living space, lake views to the west and a beautifully appointed kitchen with marina views to the east. Sit on the front patio and enjoy people watching and sunsets on the lake. Grill on the private deck, play yard games on a soft green lawn, and watch boats pass by from the back yard.
Beds & Baths - 4 bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queens, 4 twins (set up as 2 bunk beds) - pack-n-play available - 3 full bathrooms: all showers have privacy glass, en-suite master bath, first floor bathroom adjacent to queen bedroom, and shared hall bathroom has dual sinks and shower-tub combo -Twin daybed on landing
The entire home and private deck are yours to enjoy. The front & back lawns and the front patio are common areas shared with our neighbors and their guests at the Oakland North. There are two dedicated off-street parking spaces for this unit.
South Haven’s Year Round Special Events Early September *Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Fest; South Haven Farm Market open through mid-October Mid September *South Haven Jazz Fest; South Haven Farm Market open through mid-October Thanksgiving Weekend is Holiday in the Park...Enjoy holiday lights, a visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, s'mores at the warming center, ice skating, a festive pup parade and more to kick off the season New Year's Eve Beach Ball with DJ, dancing and fireworks...loads of (free!) fun leading up to midnight The Ice Breaker - First Weekend of February! - heats up downtown with it's annual Snowsuit Fashion Show, outdoor ice sculpting, chili cook-off, cardboard sled racing, frozen fish fling, fire-pits for s'mores, Pub Slide, horse-drawn wagon rides, ice skating and live entertainment all weekend.
Link to Events: https://www.southhaven.org/events-home
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near the marina
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Recycling
Unit size: 2,200 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Park in designated spots. Add’l cars must park on street, at own risk. No parking directly in front of unit (per City).
Do not block shared driveway or neighbors’ entries/exits for any reason, at any time.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
4br 3ba Just Steps To & Haven
3br/2ba Just 1 Block to North Beach!!
The Oakland South 3BR/2BA 1 block to North Beach
The Oakland South! 4BR/3BA just 1 block to North Beach!!
The Oakland South! 3br/2ba Just 1 Block to North Beach!!
4BR/3BA - just steps to North Beach & Downtown South Haven
Frequently asked questions
How close is 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! to the airport?
This vacation home is 44.2 mi (54-min drive) away from the Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from North Beach and 1.4 mi (4-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 4 BR 3 BA for 12 - steps to North Beach, walk to Downtown, off-street parking! to downtown South Haven?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from South Haven.