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Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded

Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Overview of Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Check out the area

South Haven, MI
  • Popular LocationVan Buren State Park10 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Lodge6 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)49 min drive
  • AirportSouth Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)53 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
1441 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded

Escape the everyday and treat yourself to a slice of Michigan beach life.

This clean, comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage is just a sand dune away from secluded Lake Michigan beaches. The house features privacy on three sides and plenty of outdoor space for enjoying time with your family and friends. Amenities include washer/dryer, AC, deck with grill, and fire pit with complementary firewood.

The cottage is a 5-10 minute walk from the beach over a sand dune. And, it's just a 2-minute drive from Van Buren State Park and its groomed beaches and campground. The beaches and pleasures of South Haven are just a 7 minute drive away.

Property manager

Alison & Brian

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1441 sq ft (134 sq m)

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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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector 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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Michigan Sandcastle Secluded Beach Clean Comfy Private Wooded
Michigan Sandcastle Secluded Beach Clean Comfy Private Wooded
Michigan Sandcastle Bortgjemt Beach Clean Skjegg Private Løyper
Michigan Sandcastle Secluded Beach Clean Comfy Private Wooded

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Michigan Maritime Museum and Michigan Flywheelers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warner Vineyards and Kal Haven Trail. The Fun Park and Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Van Buren State Park - 10 min walk
  • South Beach - 10 min drive
  • Kal Haven Trail - 10 min drive
  • South Haven Lighthouse - 10 min drive
  • North Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 18 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Culver's - 9 min drive
  • Clementines - 9 min drive
  • Burger King - 8 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Michigan Sandcastle: Secluded Beach, Clean, Comfy, Private, Wooded located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Van Buren State Park and Lake Michigan. Bronson South Haven Hospital and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
We loved our stay. The beach is a hike but worth every view. House has all necessities you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Sandcastle!
This was our second year staying at this property, and it was even better than the first year! Well stocked kitchen, clean, and just so cute! Great proximity to Pilgrims Haven beach and Van Buren state park, and close to blueberry picking too. I would absolutely recommend for families with kids. Thanks, Alison, for another wonderful stay at the Sandcastle!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deimantas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Thank you, it was pleasure stay at your property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage in the woods
This property suited our needs as a place to stay while exploring the nearby area. It was clean and very charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Home is even nicer than the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for a family beach trip!
The house was very clean, adorable, and the kitchen was very well outfitted. The location is excellent- short drive to town and blueberry picking, and just a mile from the beach at Van Buren State Park. We could not have been happier with our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

staci b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay T., Tecumseh, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Sort of rustic, which was OK. Nice to have a king in master, with adjoining bath. Well equipped, except for bar soap, hand soap and dish soap. Needed IT son to figure out TV settings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Maggie F.

Cute on the inside, not the best neighborhood
It wasn’t quite what we were expecting, with some trailer homes in the neighborhood. However, the inside was cute. The water really smelled and was undrinkable and not great to shower in. They provided plenty of drinking water though and we used it for cooking too. The floor was very dirty when we got there but I texted the owners and they brought all kinds of supplies for us to keep it clean. Communication was prompt and friendly. The area is wooded and there was a back porch and fire pit but we were swarmed with mosquitoes if we went outside so we didn’t. You can get to the beach over a big sand dune if you walk a bit. I LOVED the beach, as it was always empty, but there were TONS of mosquitoes on the hike there. It wasn’t a far drive to south Haven, but we didn’t get to have the feel of the town. I will say, it was MUCH cheaper than anywhere in town. Important to know is that the washing machine was awful. It left rust stains on our towels and some of our clothes. That was a major bummer, as laundry is crucial with 4 kids, and the washer and drier were a selling point for us. Not sure we would come back, mainly because of the neighborhood, water and washer/drier.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed it- especially the location!
We enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed. We have to admit that the smell of the water was off-putting, but there was plenty of water for drinking and cooking. The best part is the location! We loved being able to walk down the road, over the dune and to a beach that had very few people. Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021