Nestled just a block from Oak Street Beach, this spacious house offers a large shaded yard for outdoor activities and relaxation. Unwind in the family room with comfortable seating for 8 or enjoy the sizable patio area with fire pit, picnic table, and outdoor seating.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8142 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is €387
€387
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
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About this property
Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy
A spacious and comfortable house with a large shaded yard for outdoor activities and relaxation. Just a block from Oak Street Beach. It's just like coming home. We do a few updates every year which are reflected in the photos.
Three bedrooms includes two with queen size beds and one with two twin beds. With a fold out queen size couch. A family room with large windows and comfortable seating for 8. Full size kitchen and dining area.
Stacked washer and dryer. One and a half bathrooms. The full size bathroom includes a barrier free shower (no tub) and a hand rail by the stool. The half bath is connected to the master bedroom, it is small but functional.
A sizable yard with mature trees, fire pit, picnic table, large patio table and outdoor seating gives your group plenty of room to relax and play.
Just three blocks from Stanley Johnston Memorial Park, a 15 minute walk to downtown South Haven with it's specialty shops and many restaurants. One block from Oak Street Beach. Many festivals, art & craft fairs and local activities throughout the summer. Wine tasting and tours are only a half an hour a way.
Bedding, bath and kitchen towels are supplied. We have basic condiments and seasonings in the kitchen. As well as a starter supply of paper products. Please bring your own beach towels though.
We have two outdoor cameras for security. One at the front door and one on the garage that covers the yard and back door.
This was our family home. Until we can return here at retirement, we'd like to share it with you.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking in the house please.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Next to a golf course
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Recycling
Unit size: 1,527 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
If you are having g
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house please.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: If you are having g
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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
About the area
Located in North Side, a neighbourhood in South Haven, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our South Haven travel guide
Is Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?
As of 4 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy on 25 Jun 2026 start from €387, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy located?
This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Stanley Johnson Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Stone skip to the beach. Spacious & cozy Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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.
I was looking for somewhere to stay close to South Haven very last minute, and found this house. It is in the perfect location to the beach and a very short drive to downtown. The house itself is older and needs some updating but very clean. I do think it was kind of expensive for one night, but maybe that was because we only stayed one night, so all the VRBO fees were not “spread out”.
Close to Oak beach in quiet neighborhood. Nice side yard my kids enjoyed playing in after the beach. Few easy blocks to walk to stanley park. Owner easy to get ahold of and communicate with. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Our family of four stayed for a perfect week. Lou was above and beyond as a host, and the accommodations were exactly as advertised. We felt right at home.
The proximity to Oak Beach was perfect for our family (even with little legs). And the beach was phenomenal. The outdoor shower at the house was very convenient!
Great location! Close to the beach. Plenty of room inside and out. Great yard for yard games, BBQ etc. Firepit was nice to have. Only wish there were beach chairs and umbrella for quests to use (for those of us who fly into Michigan).
South Haven is quaint and small. This house is quaint, but don't be fooled by the size based on curb appearance. It's plenty roomy, cozy, and comfortable. Plenty of drawer-closet space in the 3 bedrooms, and the kitchen is stocked probably better than yours (certainly mine!). We've rented dozens of places over the decades, and not a single other one comes close. Finally, the location is terrific...a 10-minute walk, or 2-minute drive to the places you want to be in S Haven itself, and 15 minutes to Saugatuck-Douglas. We also spent one day in Grand Rapids, and were in downtown in under an hour. Simply put, you won't go wrong if you make this house your home base for exploring the region.
Pros: Very near a lovely beach. Street was really nice and quiet.
Neutral: House was fairly clean, but not entirely. Towels and bedding smelled of really strong detergent (but some people might like that).
Cons: House smelled musty (like a wet basement type of smell). We kept the windows open the whole time (with the AC off) to keep the smell tolerable. After our first contact with the back room, we didn't enter that space again which has a direct connection to the basement.
Overall, we had a decent enough stay.
This was our second year staying at this property, and once again, it was an excellent experience. The house was exactly as advertised—clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for our family of four. Just one block from Oak Beach, the location is perfect for quick and easy beach access. Communication with the property owner was always prompt and helpful, which made everything smooth from start to finish. We’re already looking forward to coming back again next year! Highly recommend.
House was in the perfect location - our littles has a great time using their scooters to get to all the neighborhood beaches! Home was just as described and photos were accurate! The extra large side yard was great for our family along with the outdoor shower and back entrance for after the beach!
We had so much fun during our trip. The house is great, and has an excellent location just a couple of minutes walk from Oak Beach on the north side of South Haven. Quiet neighborhood, close to all amenities. Lou is a very thoughtful host! We will definitely be back here for our next South Haven trip as a family.
Sreejith P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin A.
22 Mar 2018
Comfortable and quiet
Nice big yard. Very close to the beach. Residential area with a quiet neighborhood. Hoping to stay again in the summer with the festivals. The place was clean and homey. From the pictures I see more improvements.
Robin A.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Robin
18 Aug 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros:
- Large side yard with plenty of parking
- Outdoor shower and clothesline to hang towels
- Good location (one block from beach)
Cons:
- Home has a musty smell especially the back entrance and kitchen.
- Beds were uncomfortable
- Washer and dryer is located in a bedroom.
- Home is in very poor maintenance condition.
- Home was dark,dirty and dusty.
- Furniture and decor old and worn-out.
- VRBO photos do not convey the poor condition of the listing.
- Tried to charge us for fandango, never used TV
Lou communicated well throughout the reservation process and during the stay. We had no issues during our stay and felt like we got a great value for the price we paid. The property is older and shows signs of age but that should not discourage you from staying. It is a perfect location within walking distance to the beach, to town, and just a generally great neighborhood to walk. The yard is fantastic and we spent every evening playing cornhole and having a fire. The beds were comfortable, water pressure was fantastic, and the water quality was good and soft. The fridge has plenty of room and the ice maker works great. Lou's property has everything you need to make it a fantastic vacation! Thank you Lou! We hope to return next year!!!
My only complaints (and they are small)
The bathroom needs a fan as it gets very steamy and has no ventilation. There are no extra towels or washcloths so plan to bring along some laundry soap and wash towels mid vacation. There are no lawn games nor beach supplies. Not a huge deal but plan to bring all of those items yourself.