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For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach!

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in South Haven

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A house with a covered porch, a red umbrella, and outdoor seating.
A two-story house with a front porch, a white picket fence, and a pathway leading to the entrance.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchair, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen visible through an open door.
A dining area with a table and two chairs, a stained glass window above, and a view of a residential street.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82590 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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South Haven, MI
  • Place, South Haven Center for the Arts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

South Haven

On lake.Your stay at this South Haven vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Southside Municipal Marina and Warner Vineyards. South Haven Center for the Arts and South Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Warner Vineyards - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 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.

For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach!

Welcome to For Pete's Sake!

Experience the charm of this classic Victorian vacation home mixed with updated decor and even a PICKLEBALL court in the spacious backyard! Completely renovated in 2005, this rental is perfectly located in the South Beach neighborhood 3 blocks to the beach and 2 blocks to downtown.

Features include 4 bedrooms with 2 full baths, solid oak and porcelain floors, granite countertops, stained glass, French doors, open stairway, main level laundry, huge furnished deck, large double grassy lot fenced in, and parking for 6 cars.

The sleeping areas include a large bedroom upstairs with a queen-size bed, crib, and extra spaces for kids to explore or layout a sleeping bag. Two more bedrooms upstairs provide queen size beds, dressers, and closets. Downstairs, French doors with privacy allow for the day bed and trundle to be used for additional sleeping.

Outside backyard creates spaces for campfires, gatherings, and catching fireflies while enjoying the games and activities provided. Something here for everyone!

Sleeping Arrangements:

Bedroom 1: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Queen
Bedroom 4: 2 twin singles

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

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

  • Unit size: 2,590 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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

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Frequently asked questions

Does For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from South Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! to downtown South Haven?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from South Haven.

For Pete's Sake - private pickleball court & 2 blocks to beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property. Convenient to shops restaurants and beach. Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at For Pete's Sake. The outdoor space is outstanding and the location is wonderful. Lots of room for our family of 7.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rita P.

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

Fun family home

Large home well stocked, beautiful location, incredible yard, loved the Pickleball court and outdoor seating area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Close to beach and downtown

Had a fantastic time at this property. It is close to both downtown and the beach. The house was perfect for our family and had a great outdoor area for the kids to run and play.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great time

Pickle ball Court was a big hit with family! Great house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett R.

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

Petes Sake - South HAven

We enjoyed our stay. Ideal location close to both downtown and the beach. Enjoyed the enclosed back yard for pickleball and playing with the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our trip was excellent. Three adult couples met in South Haven for a weekend get away. Had a great time. One couple had a pet. Fenced in area was a plus. Would have liked to have had a snow shovel. Along with an electric can opener. While it did snow, there eventually was a crew to clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Sweet place for a sweet 16!

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend celebrating our daughters sweet sixteen in South Haven! And this home and it’s location were absolutely perfect! More than enough room the two families that stayed and our two dogs! The completely fenced in yards was lovely for the dogs! We loved the pickle ball court and the gas firepit on the deck! And the home was so cozy and charming and truly felt like a home away from home! The proximity to the beach and downtown was wonderful! Delightful and easy walks to both! The property rental company was very prompt in responding to any questions we had! Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine A.

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

Perfect location, comfortable abode

This house was so sweet! A short walk to the beach and downtown with a nice sized yard for hanging out. The kids played pickleball and the adults relaxed on the sprawling deck. There is a garage with toys, bikes and things for the beach. There is plenty of room to sleep: 3 bedrooms, one with a crib and a loft space. Then trundles and fold away beds here and there to stow the smaller kiddos. The kitchen had what we needed and the A/C was comfortable and the house was clean and tidy. Thank you for such a wonderful place to make memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

SoHa vacation.

Perfect home. Lots of space indoors. Very clean, everything you need. Lots of space outdoors. Great deck - four huge umbrellas for sun protection. Wood burning fire pit overlooking pickle ball court, and a gas fire pit on the deck. We had grandparents, kids, grandkids (including a two month old). Plenty of room, and very well insulated - no one could hear the baby crying at night (besides her parents 😊). Awesome location - easy short three blocks to the beach (quick access for beautiful sunsets), and easy short three blocks to shops and restaurants and ice cream. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassi M.

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

A great house for a beach vacation with family

My family (5 adults and 4 kids from 19 months to 7 years old) enjoyed a great beach vacation at this house. The house layout, bedrooms, and yard amenities were perfect. We loved the pickleball court, deck couches, and fire table. We didn't have any breaks or accidents, but I recommend that any families with small children be very mindful of the large antique furniture and glass decorations that are all over. It made me a little nervous as a parent and we were constantly telling curious kids not to touch anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Weekend getaway

Great location . Clean and comfortable . Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Great house. Great location.

The house was wonderful. Just a short walk to the beach and even a shorter walk to downtown South Haven. The outdoor seating area was ideal and the kids really enjoyed the pickle ball court.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Cute house, great location

The house was very cute and the location was great. Very easy walk to downtown, a bit farther to beach but still walkable. Only issue was that our crawler immediately had black knees, hands, and feet from floors. Had to buy a mop and clean the floors myself. Otherwise had no issues with cleanliness and can certainly be challenging to keep beachhouse floors spotless. Rental company was easy to work with and had good communication. Would definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette K.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful week at Pete’s Place; perfect location to walk to the beach and downtown, great house with lots of architectural detail & a short walk to South Beach. Great memories were made by all!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

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

Lovely property!

Really enjoyed our stay here. It was perfect for our group that had four young children. The fenced in back yard and concrete patio was perfect for playing and scootering!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location

Perfect location. We walked everywhere. House was clean and quiet. 10 minute walk to the beach. Five minute walk to downtown. Amazing backyard that we played and roasted marshmallows in. Will plan to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dragan R.

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

Perfect location

Close to everything, great home and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Killer yard in awesome location

Loved the fenced in yard with tons of space for kids to play and adults to relax. Amenities were perfect for mornings at the beach (easy walk) and afternoons exploring downtown. Good to note that the keypad to access the house is on the back door.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

For Pete’s Sake Rocks!

We had a blast! The house was perfectly located and we easily walked to the beach and downtown! It was fully stocked with everything we needed! The beds were comfy, the house was clean and there was a cool “secret” room the kids loved! The pickle ball court was an added bonus. One of our favorite stays to date! The house was perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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