Title: On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95443495&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich ## Photo gallery for On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich ![Terrace/patio - On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich (South Haven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95443500/95443495/fe1952b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich (South Haven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95443500/95443495/686a7f66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich (South Haven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95443500/95443495/f8ec6c6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich (South Haven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95443500/95443495/acf135f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich (South Haven)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95443500/95443495/92dab449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the charm of South Haven at this one-of-a-kind getaway, a cozy blue barn-style cottage on the Black River. Savor serene views and wildlife from private patios or explore by bike via private access to the Kal-Haven Trail. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich One-of-a-kind South Haven getaway! Cozy blue barn-style cottage on the Black River. Newly remodeled cottage. This property has private trail down to the river with serene views and wildlife. Sits on a hill facing the beautiful Black River Bridge on the Kal-Haven Trail. Own private access on property to the trail and walk or ride bikes just minutes to South Haven. Two patios to enjoy Black River & Kal Haven Trail views, grill, eat, and relax. Main floor queen bedroom, second floor queen bedroom & king family suite. 2 full baths- stall shower main floor with washer & dryer combo, another bath/shower on second floor. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Safe ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105140000/105133800/105133734/w3837h2557x3y3-180aa46f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Homewood Suites Holland Holland - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 163 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 15 Mar - 16 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=105133734&PinnedHotelID=105133734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11830000/11829000/11828943/2d51e8d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Starlite Resort Saugatuck - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 815 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=11828943&PinnedHotelID=11828943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561500/561452/ee850727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AmericInn by Wyndham Douglas/Saugatuck Douglas - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=561452&PinnedHotelID=561452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13340000/13339800/13339770/8132cad8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Captain's Quarters Motel Saugatuck - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 847 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=13339770&PinnedHotelID=13339770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33491500/33491498/6369840a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil and Spacious Cottage close to South Haven Beaches and Downtown South Haven - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 163 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=33491498&PinnedHotelID=33491498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34139000/34138936/c3a1af25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet 2 Bedroom, Sleeps up to 8, dog friendly. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in South Haven, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warner Vineyards and Southside Municipal Marina. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our South Haven travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Haven.dx6757) [View more Cottages in South Haven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Haven-Cottages.d6757-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.41638%2C-86.25043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eoSAdKTi1RYIoJET1vXK5J9xzp4=) South Haven, MI ### What's nearby - ![The #sunsets in South Haven MI are so beautiful! All the colors and feels!! #beach #summer #lighthouse #michigan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6757/aee73cda-7cbc-4a52-8c59-ba22e1a15e48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) South Beach 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles - ![Enjoy a stunning sunset on Lake Michigan. $8 to enter the beach but good for the whole day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/155409/2a76271f-a090-474b-8b71-a287a1be50e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oval Beach 22 min drive \- 24.3 miles - ![Great place to get photos. Windy days and sunsets are the best!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130190/31db27c6-a25e-4497-9d4b-73581e65b9dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Silver Beach 31 min drive \- 34.9 miles - ![Holland State Park which includes a sunset and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092325/4bd46b0f-0a61-4008-bac2-ecb5ea72ea1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Holland State Park 37 min drive \- 37.8 miles - Kal Haven Trail 3 min drive \- 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Bangor Station 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Culver's 20 min walk - Cafe Julia 5 min drive - Taco Bell 4 min drive - Biggby Coffee 4 min drive - Burger King 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich? ### What time is check-in at On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich? ### What time is check-out at On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich? ### Where is On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## On Black River and Kal-Haven Trail- bike or walk to downtown, kayak to Lake Mich Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### K W. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great little getaway. We had a lot of fun with our stay, using the campfire and enjoying the lovely house. Everything went great. ##### K W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason A. 23 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place and Great Location The rental was super clean with everything we needed. The Host was very communicative and accommodating. ##### Jason A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua J. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Work Trip Stayed here while working in the area. Enjoyed being able to take the kayaks out in the evening, fish, and run on the trail. Great property if you like the outdoors. ##### Joshua J. Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana Foster M. 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful access to nature! Our family enjoyed the outdoor amenities. Ample space inside and outside. Clean and well kept. Very nice and comfortable! Would stay here again! ##### Diana Foster M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie M. 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoy South Haven Great location with Kal-Haven trail in its backyard. South Haven 5 minute drive. Location in a a beautiful forested area away from crowds. Home has everything you can think of to be comfortable. ##### Leslie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan P. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage The blue cottage was very clean. It is tucked away in the trees, which makes it feel very cozy and quaint. We stayed there as a family of four with two boys(4 and 2), and there was so much space for them to play outside. The property is only 5 minutes from downtown South Haven and the beach! Overall, we loved our stay and plan to book again! ##### Megan P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edith G. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Picturesque riverfront home This is a beautiful home with stunning views of the river and bridge of the adjacent Kal-Haven trail (looks like a scene from a picture or painting). The property the house sits on is extremely spacious and had lots of room for our furry friends to run. It is secluded but still close to everything. Overall a very delightful stay and we would definitely return! ##### Edith G. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle G. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Great accommodations! Host was excellent at communicating. This place has everything you need. Cozy decor and comfy beds. Close to downtown South Haven. The river frontage was nice. The property had a lot of outside noise due to the close proximity to the highway, but inside was quiet. It was nice to have extra room to walk around. Highly recommend! ##### Michelle G. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don G. 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Not Enough Time 😊 Our family had an amazing four day visit in South Haven and staying at this cozy cottage! The Cottage was perfect and very welcoming! The upstairs area was perfect for my 14 year old daughter and her 3 friends. Gave them a sense of privacy, while we were right downstairs. Everything that we needed was provided and it felt like we were right at home! Being so close to the river and the trail was awesome! Just wish we had more time! We made some amazing memories 😎 ##### Don G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison B. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4th of July Weekend What a wonderful getaway! We were looking for a peaceful spot away from Chicago for two of us and our mini-Australian Shepherd. This is an excellent, huge piece of property overlooking the river right on the convenient and scenic Kal-Haven trail. We walked the trailed, mostly paved, right into South Haven daily to enjoy the restaurants and shops. Su Casa with host Edgar was our favorite. Cottage hosts and family were so communicative and kind. The home is immaculate and has everything needed for a relaxing stay. We highly recommend. Thanks, too, to our hosts, who brought over some fresh, locally picked blueberries on our way out of town. ##### Alison B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy U. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute & Clean Cottage Cute cottage tucked in the woods but just minutes to the heart of South Haven. Everything was nice and clean when we arrived and the kitchen was well stocked- better than other more established rentals we've stayed in- no need to bring/buy your own paper towels, dish soap, plastic wrap, or extras like disposable plates, cups, silverware because there were actually enough for the 6 of us for more than one meal. Those little things make a difference. The cottage slept more than we realized with the extra closet bed and pull out chair room. All of our kids were happy to have their own little space while my dad stayed downstairs as those stairs were a little dauting for him. Internet/tv is spotty. It goes out regularly and predictably with rain. ##### Amy U. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James S. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect woods oasis in the middle of everything! We loved this wonderful little slice of Heaven in the woods. It is perfectly placed to be close to everything you want to do but tucked just far enough back to forget you're that close. There is a Wal-Mart and lots of restaurants close by and the beach is just minutes away. Lindsey & Grant were some of the best hosts we've had. During our stay a HUGE storm came through and dumped 4 inches of rain in a couple hours. It washed out the driveway and kicked off the water softener system which we noticed in the morning. Grant was there within 30 mins of me sending a message to not only fix the water system but he brought heavy equipment to fix the driveway immediatelyas well. They are both incredibly nice and accommodating and very fast with their communication. The cottage was clean and well stocked and the beds we slept in were superb. 10/10 we will be staying at this amazing slice of paradise again. Just hope we can get reservations again once the word gets out about this perfect vacation spot. ##### James S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### julie a. 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little Blue Cottage ##### julie a. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ---