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Tucked away in a wooded area, Lealiou Lodge offers the perfect retreat for families and friends. Relax on the large screened-in wrap-around porch with a fireplace or take advantage of outdoor activities like beach walks to Lake Michigan, sand volleyball, and bonfires under starry skies.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111634 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!

You will delight in the privacy of your own home nestled in the beautiful critical sand dunes of Lake Michigan. The area is small and quiet with dirt paths that all end at the incredible dunes that separate you from spectacular Lake Michigan! The large screened-in, wrap-around porch with a fireplace, allows you to enjoy the outdoors during any type of weather. The beach is walking distance away giving you the option of conquering the dunes by climbing over them or sneaking through woods to get there. Either way, you end up on the uncrowded, white sand beach where you can lounge, play in the lake or take a walk to nearby Van Buren State Park. (And don't miss the sensational sunsets!!!)
Lealiou Lodge is on 1.5 acres tucked away in a wooded area. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, sleeping 9: a queen bed in the master with its own bathroom; a double/twin bunk bed and trundel beds in one room - perfect for kids; and a queen bed in the 3rd bedroom. Ceiling fans are in all bedrooms. There is another full bath up there as well. On the first floor, there is a bedroom with a queen bed, and a full bath.
The kitchen hosts a granite island that seats 4, granite counter tops, a dishwasher, complete set of pots and pans and all the dishes and glasses you would need.There is a dining table that will seat 10 for those late night card games! If you feel like watching TV or taking in a movie, there is a DVD player AND a VCR player - lots of movies as well. Board games for family fun out on the screened porch are plentiful too. Firewood is provided for the spacious fire pit in the front yard and if more is needed, it is sold just down the road. The grassy area to the north of the house is ideal for a wiffle ball game, while the sand court behind the house beckons you to a down and dirty game of sand volleyball or badminton. This is a perfect setting for families to spend time together playing games or roasting marshmallows over the campfire.
The Lealiou Lodge is available all year long. There are some great family ski areas within an hours drive. Sledding down the dunes and exploring the spectacular coastline while under ice is something you cannot imagine. Then warm up with the wood burning/gas fireplace inside.
This is a perfect place for friends and family to gather. Once you have experienced it, we hope you will want to come back year after year. Our family has been coming up here for 30 years. We bought the property in 1996 and camped on it until we were able to build our dream house. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we do.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,634 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If there is a pet, please please pick up after it!
Please leave the kitchen clean and run the dishwasher before you leave. Any recyclables, please leave in a large black garbage bag by barn.
ABSOLUTELY NO BALLOONS OR CONFETTI - PLEASE

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No cats. Some dogs will be considered.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven is home to this holiday home. Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens and Michigan Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warner Vineyards and Southside Municipal Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider The Fun Park and Kids Place Park. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our South Haven travel guide
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • sand dunes on the Van Buren State park #beach
    Van Buren State Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great place to get photos. Windy days and sunsets are the best!
    Silver Beach
    27 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Porter Legacy Dunes
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • North Point Conservation Area
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Cafe Julia
    9 min drive
  • Burger King
    8 min drive
  • Little Caesars Pizza
    7 min drive
  • Clementine's
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake! located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Porter Legacy Dunes and Lake Michigan. North Point Conservation Area and Van Buren State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Great Family Home Set In Critical Dunes Of SW MI. Short Walk to lake! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia and Todd R.

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

Fantastic

Spacious home. Good communication with owner. Path thru woods led to beautiful beach. There is a rope at the end of path to get down to the beach. The other option is the dune, which some in our group enjoyed. Loved loved loved the large screen in porch! My favorite part!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

First family vacation in south haven

It was wonderful! The home was more than we anticipated! Very nice and homey! Super easy checking in and out! Many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey H.

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay overall. There were 6 adults and 5 kids total staying and it didnt feel cramped at all. The screened in porch is amazing; Great place to sit and relax. The kids loved the toys that were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Family retreat

We loved this home! It is nice and secluded from the other homes in the neighborhood. The wrap around porch is where we spent most of our time. I definitely recommend taking the wooded path to the beach instead of going over the dune. We had the beach all to ourselves most days. Perfect family retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Loved the porch!!

We had a wonderful stay at your spacious home. The wrap around screened in porch was amazing! We never ate anywhere else. It was so relaxing to sit out there feeling like we were in a treehouse. The house was clean, well stocked and plenty of room for our family. Lynn gave us accurate information prior to arrival making check-in easy. The dune and lake was a big hit! You’ve got to take.the dune to the lake at least once, but the trail is much easier. We had a great time and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

Great house!

Our family of 8 had a great time at your house. Everything was as described. Directions from highway were spot-on. Bedrooms were all good size, beds were comfortable, and everything was clean. House pretty much has everything you would need. The porch was wonderful...I can't stress how large it is and how great a space it is for families to gather. The path to the beach was a little challenging with a baby and cooler in tow, but not too bad. And once there, it is a very private, open beach with great views. Also enjoyed your fire pit area. And the large tree canopy around the house made it really feel like a campsite out in the woods. A couple of very minor issues: We could never figure out how to get the speakers on the porch to play from the stereo. And the light switches took a day or two to figure out, especially the porch, as some of the labels had worn off, but those are very minor items. Overall a very nice space for a family vacation. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Family Michigan Vacay

We had a fantastic family vacation at this lovely home just outside of South Haven, Michigan! It was was me & my husband, our three adult children & our 3 grandchildren (ages 4, 2 1/2, & 1 1/2 years old). Each family had their own room ( 4 bedrooms) & 3 bathrooms which we shared. We loved the huge wrap around screen porch where most our our time was spent! Also the kitchen had all the amenities needed since we did a lot of cooking. The main living area was all open with the kitchen, living area with plenty of seating, fireplace & TV & opening to the screened porch. We spent most of our time at the house visiting because of our young children. And we're perfectly happy walking to the beach, playing outside in the beautiful wooded yard, hanging out by the fire pit & taking naps. It was nice to be able to wash clothes with the washer & dryer too. The weather was perfect for our July stay as well! The only thing was we had to buy bottled water to drink because of the stinky well water. Other than that, I would highly recommend this vacation rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and setting. The wrap around porch was very nice. The hosts were great at responding to any questions we had while there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying here. Place was clean and welcoming. Spent most of the time on the screened in porch. Some beds could use updated but that’s personal preference. Had a great time with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashlee n.

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

WILL VISIT AGAIN

Amazing spot for families! Very close to parks/beaches and town! Our kids had an amazing, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin B.

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

Nice week by the beach.

The property is well appointed, close to the beach, and near South Haven and Saint Joseph.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie H.

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

Beautiful family getaway

We enjoyed this beautiful lodge, amenities & incredible wrap around porch! To be within walking distance of the dunes and trails was a plus. Seeing it all in person exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Very nice & clean house!

My college friends & I thoroughly enjoyed staying in this lovely home. It was close to town, quiet & comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Very nice house!

We really enjoyed this house at South Haven! Very nice, plenty of rooms, great porch, loved the sand volleyball court! Is was close to town. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Great girls get away

Great house for a girls get a way weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

judy e.

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

Egolf Family

We loved the house & the hugh porch was awesome! This is definitely the best house our family has ever stayed at. The owners were excellent to work with as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terri V.

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

Secluded getaway

We had a wonderful time at the house! The volleyball sand area, the wraparound porch, being able to grill, the spacious and well stocked living quarters were enjoyed by all!! The proximity to the South Haven beach topped off the vacation! Lynn was an excellent host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Nice family vacation spot

The house is spacious and very well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms. The upstairs bedrooms get stuffy at night; it helps to sleep with the doors open. The firepit and beach gear available to guests were greatly appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great vacation!!

We had a great time staying at this rental property. House was very tidy and clean. We spent most of the time on the covered porch just visiting. Nice short walk to an awesome private beach and the volleyball pit beside the house was a hit. Would definitely recommend and plan on staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrie N.

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

Excellent location close to beach.

My family had a great time! Excellent location. The screened in porch was our favorite! We had a great time at the beach. The owner was quick to respond and answer our questions. Looking forward to returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Great House Secluded in the Woods

Beautiful home. Well maintained with great amenities. Wonderful, responsive owners. Great location (although prepare to drive or ride your bikes for a short trip to the beach).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Excellent for families

A good location not far from South Haven. A beach is close to the house, if you are good at climbing the sand dune. A wonderful screened-in porch that is a relaxing retreat especially on rainy days. Lots of space inside and outside for fun with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD G.

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

Family Get Away

Our stay was most enjoyable. The house and property offered a lot of privacy and quiet. We especially enjoyed spending evening around the fire pit, making s’mores and talking. The house was quite spacious. The wrap around porch was a great place to just read and rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen M.

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

A great family get away!

Very comfortable, well maintained home with tons of privacy! Outside fire one night, inside fire in the beautiful large wrap around screened in porch. Yes, we did the dune! A hike but definitely worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Family Get-together

We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home! The wrap-around front porch was awesome. We also enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings. The house was well stocked with bbq equipment, kitchen items, beach chairs, games, etc. It was a great location—near the Lake but also quiet and secluded. Would definitely highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023