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Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!

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Dining
Dining
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Haven, MI
  • South Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Michigan Maritime Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Kal Haven Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!

The location doesn't get much better than this! Just a block and a half walk to South Haven's famed South Beach and Lighthouse. Located in the heart of town, this recently remodeled home is easily walkable to Downtown, the Riverwalk, and most importantly the Beach!

House has been completely updated and furnished this year. Features include a large 3 season porch, central air, stainless steel appliances, a large, fenced in back yard, and views of Big Blue from the yard! Has a large driveway for ample parking. Sleeps 8: A sets of bunks and twin bed in one room (3), a twin/full bunk set in the second room (3), and a queen in the master (2). Perfect for families, couples, or friends, to enjoy a week of making great new memories at one of the best lake towns in the country!

Property manager

Ben Gowell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in the city centre. Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Kids Place Park and Breedsville Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • North Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Coast Cottage - Just a block and a half to the beach!!! located?

Located in the heart of South Haven, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from South Beach and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Warner Vineyards and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lorna S.

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

Great location!

House was just as advertised. Close to the water and town. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Best little house in South Haven

The property is perfect for our family weekend. It is within walking distance to town and only a couple of blocks from the beach. The 4 seasons room is a perfect place to gather with family for dinner or board games. We had a great time and will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvin C.

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

Close to South Beach, riverfront and town

We had a smaller group for this visit and this house was perfect as it still offered walking distance to the beach/riverfront and just a slightly longer walk to town. Great mix of large and small social spaces indoors and outdoors. We put the kitchen to use for dinners in making our evenings that much more relaxing without chasing reservations or waiting. There's a mix of board games and puzzles at the house along with working record player and curated collection. Roku makes it easy to keep up with your shows if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Great location

Have stayed several times - can't beat the location and communication. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

R K.

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

Excellent home

House was in perfect shape; clean, and adequate space for our family of 6. We loved the location, quiet area and easily able to walk to the beach and downtown. Communication with the owner was great, and appreciated. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Perfect!

Perfect place to stay for our young family. The location can't be beat - we walked to the beach and to town with our two kids (4 and 6 yo). Great communication with the owner. We are already planning to return for another week next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

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

Great spot

Terrific location and stay. Host was awesome and very good on communication.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Great cottage

We loved staying at this cottage. Location is wonderful and the communication with the host was great!! We will come back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN M.

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

Quiet Great Location Very Walkable

Everything was as described. Lovely, tree-lined shady neighborhood to walk through and see all the lovely, well-kept homes and gardens. I do wish there had been a way to directly access the front porch as that was THE shady, people-watching, outdoor spot we wanted to sit at to enjoy our morning coffee and take-out lunches. Because the front door is locked, you have to walk out the garage and around the house to sit at the front porch. The backyard is visually a little barren and the picnic table was too sunny to eat at for most of the day with no shade. We did not use the yard at all. Owner was kind to text me to let us know that we could check in an hour earlier. This was greatly appreciated. Yes, I would stay here again if we return to South Haven!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Labor Day Get Away

This house is in a great location just a few blocks to the beach and a few blocks to downtown. The sunroom was a great place to hangout. We loved our stay and we have already booked our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie I.

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

Cute Cottage

Cute cottage within walking distance to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Great place close to the beach

Great stay a few minutes walk to South Beach. Place had everything our family of 4 needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Great location

Lovely place to stay. We have stayed for several years. Can't beat the location, short walk to the beach and downtown. Owner is quick to respond and wonderful to communicate with. Can't wait until next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

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

Great Location!

Our family enjoyed a great week at the Best Coast Cottage! The location was great - an easy walk to the beach or into town. The owners were communicative and a pleasure to work with. Although the house is older it is charming and comfortable and we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Great stay!

I booked this property for a vacation with friends and it was amazing! Ben is very quick at responding & is very helpful and understanding. The house is only a 4 minute walk to the beach and just a little longer to all of the restaurants and shops. Highly recommend this house!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Very clean

The house was nicer then I was expecting. It was very clean. I will be trying to book this place again for my next trip. Communication with the property manager was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Perfect

We were in town for a family wedding. This location was perfect. Close to beach and walking distance to downtown. Layout was great for us and enjoyed the 3 seasons room. Thx for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Wonderful Home

This house was a great place to stay. The location can’t be beat and the house had a great layout and lovely screened porch. The owners were helpful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Donald N.

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

Very convenient location, and walking distance to downtown with lots to do.

Interior doors (bathrooms and bedrooms) need attention, they stick and are hard to open and close.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Marene V., Hudsonville, Michigan

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

Everything's on One Level

It was a great location for us (old) girls to gather. Most of us are members of the American Legion which was just one block up and is an awesome place to watch the sunset. We liked being on one level. The kitchen was small and needed more serving/mixing bowls as gourmet food is always something we look forward to cooking. The ice maker was not working, so we had to supply our own ice. Our favorite room we called "The Fish Bowl" which was an open room with many windows, a huge table with chairs where we gathered every morning and night. Curtains or shades would have given us some privacy, it is a very busy street corner for foot and car/truck traffic., plus there are two houses under construction and they start early! .We made due with one shower thanks to a large water heater. We didn't use the TV. The firepit and the grill are located in the far corner of the fenced in back yard, so we didn't use them either. Ben was super helpful and communicated with us by text. We had a nice place to stay for our annual getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Fantastic

We have stayed multiple times and always have a great experience. Ben is wonderful to communicate with and look forward to coming back every year. Location can't be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Wonderful beach getaway!

We had a great time here! Close walk to the beach was super nice and not too far from town! Hosts are very responsive and considerate!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celeste S., Fort Wayne, IN

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

Great place to enjoy the beach and downtown amenities!

We stayed here with our two daughters and their families. This is The second time we’ve been in this house. We love this house and its location. You will not be disappointed. Ben and his family are gracious hosts!! Thank You Ben!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

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

Amazing location

Perfect for families with small kids. Close to the beach, town and playgrounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Another Great Stay

Thank you Ben and Jen for another great stay! This is the 3rd time we've stayed at this house and we've loved each time. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ben Gowell

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Husband and father of two great kids! I am a professional musician and producer. I grew up in Michigan, going to South Haven every Summer with my family. So many great memories made here. I think this great town and it's beaches make up one of the best 'hidden gem' locations in the country!

Why they chose this property

The location is ideal! You can easily walk to the beach, the harborwalk, or downtown in less than 5 minutes any direction. The house is a craftsman style on a corner lot, all recently updated. Makes it easy to relax in a very clean, modern home that still has a lot of charm without worrying for a second about any 'issues' the place may have. For a vacation spot, it's tough to beat!

Languages:

English

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