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Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town

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Front of home . 224 Monroe
Front door and front porch
Front Porch
Front porch
Yard art

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12219.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 -2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 -2nd Floor

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 -1st floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 -2nd floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town

Welcome Home !! Do you need more space to relax instead of stepping over your loved ones? Enjoy your time together. This spacious comfortable home with two family rooms - is a natural gathering place for friends and family. Cozy and comfortable - newly furnished ... make this your second home .. year after year. ROOM to play -inside and out
* 2 family rooms
* large backyard
* large sideyard
* seperate fire pit area
* Deck and NEW PATIO
* front porch
Nestled in a wonderful south side neighborhood, 2 blocks to the beach and Kids Corner and a short walk downtown. Spend days and evenings enjoying a morning cup of coffee, or in a rocking chair on the front porch watching kids climb the parkway tree. Catch a nap or a book in the hammock, or grab a smore at the fiepit. Stroll down to the beach for a morning walk, or enjoy an ice cream cone for sunset at the beach park.
Come and see all that South Haven and Sabina's Sandcastle has to offer!
NO SMOKING - NO PETS
• Newly furnished throughout.
Full kitchen with service for 12+
•All new Microwave, range, fridge, dishwasher, Kuerig coffee pot, blender, mixer, spices, crock-pot, toaster, frontload washer and dryer
•Bed linens, pillows, bath towels .
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BEACH TOWELS.
•1st Floor - Kitchen, dining room, family room, walk-in pantry, office/4th bedroom - sofa / Q pull outbed w/pillowtop, laundry washer and dryer, full bath, foyer
•2nd Floor - Family room-Q sofa + chaise , shower / 2 sinks, reading nook, bedroom Q, bedroom Q, bedroom bunkbed full/full
•Childrens movies / toys / books. Play-pen, booster seat, baby monitor, kids plates, spoons, cups, bath towels, changing pad
•Hair dryers, ironing board and iron
•Central air, ceiling fans in all rooms
•Wi-fi. Ipod - docking station.
•1st flr Flat screen & dvd , 2nd flr tv / vhs / dvd
•Board games, books, cards, puzzles
•Front porch - sitting area - rocking chair
•Large side and backyard - landscaped. Hammock. Yard games
•Sand - beach toys, beach chair &
umbrella
•Deck with sitting area, table w/umbrella, kids table
•Fire pit with seating
•Charcoal grill.
•Enough items provided to get you started ... sponges, hand soap, tissues, dish soap, dishwasher soap, laundry soap, paper goods - tp, papertowels, napkins, plastic wrap, foil.
•Walk-in Pantry with spices and some staples. & a FRESH HERB Garden :)
•AMPLE parking in the driveway and street parking.

Reviews of recent guests:

'We appreciate all of the work you have done to make your home so special and beautiful. Everything was thought out well.' - Ann Arbor

'Just relax and enjoy. The house was ideally suited for our needs to spend time with our children and grandchildren. The backyard and firepit were the focus of countless memories. OUTSTANDING!. We hope that we can return. We loved the homey decor, all the serving bowls. It had everything we needed in the kitchen! Very kid friendly - thank you.' - Naperville

'What a great place to relax and have fun with visiting family from England. The house was beautiful and clean. We appreciated the comfortable and tasteful decor - everything was at hand, you have thought of everyone's needs. Delightful! We have really enjoyed your home from home and will have to recommend it to friends and family. Love the location - we were blessed to be here for the week. ' Yorkshire, England

'Your house is beautiful. We LOVE your house. The beds are comfy, we love the beach, and making smores. You have an AWESOME place.' Chicago, IL

'We loved your house! It was the best part of South Haven. We loved the decorating, the cute front porch and how warm and cozy it makes you feel... and it doesn't hurt to be two blocks from the beach!! Woohoo!!' - Lombard, Il

'Thank you for making your home so welcoming and family friendly. We loved the fabulous yard and firepit, the hammock and inviting atmosphere. We truly enjoyed our week here, even with 4 kids under age 3! Thank you.' Indianapolis, IN

'Your home has such a good feeling about it. It is so comfortable and inviting. We loved the decor, the ambiance, the many places to gather, the unique furnishings and decorative pieces. You have graciously supplied our every need with the Best of the Best! This has been such a wonderful weekend of 'sisters'. Thank you for giving us such an awesome place to stay. -Washington, Boston, Michigan, Livonia, Taylor, Rochester Hills

Property manager

Olga Voss

Languages

Croatian, English, Slovenian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
Generally not bachelor/ette parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking, no vaping, no marijuana
NO to the following .. smoking, vaping, marijuana, recreational drugs.

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
Note from host: generally not bachelor/ette parties
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

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 and on a river. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • North Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sabina's Sandcastle 2-4 blocks to beach/town located?

Located in the heart of South Haven, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of South Beach and 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. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The Perfect Lake House

This is the perfect lakehouse for a family getaway (for any season)! Olga does an amazing job prepping the home and the overall decor and feel of the house is 100% on brand for South Haven. Just a couple blocks from the lake and downtown South Haven make it the perfect location for the town. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

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

Great location and stay

Olga was great to work with and the property was great for our family get a way. You can’t beat the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Great location and setip

The house was very nice and a great location to the lake. I only wish we had a little nicer weather so we could have enjoyed the outside area a little more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sarah G.

Great experience with family and friends, beautiful home!

Had a great vacation in a beautiful home in a great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

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

Fantastic family home in South Haven

We had such a wonderful stay and Olga was an incredible host. The house has everything you will need--especially for the kids--and a lovely outdoor area to enjoy the beautiful weather. We walked to the beach each day and downtown at night for dinner--and even had fresh tomatoes from the garden as a treat. We will definitely be back and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Q.

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

Perfect Retreat

We were fleeing tropical storm Debbie but still wanted some beach and sun. Got both and a perfect home in a great location at this spot. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Wonderful place for a family celebration

We loved staying at Sabina's Sandcastle! It was so kid friendly and had so many more amenities than most VRBO places. Communication was easy with the owner and she provided amazing input on the area. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

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

Wonderful Stay

This house was amazing. Very comfortable, super cute and exactly as they advertised. We had a girls weekend with aunts and cousins and loved everything about this place. It’s right by the beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marnie M.

A very comfortable home! Kitchen is well-stocked and all the comforts of home are in this house!

Great winter visit. Owners were very attentive and helpful. House is great for all ages. The toy room was especially fun for our daughter!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

Beautiful house, spaces and decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

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

Very charming!

Very charming with lots of attention to details. Everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Plemty of room for 6-8 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol J.

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

Perfect

Our family totally enjoyed our short stay at the Sabrina's Sandcastle. Just perfect in everyway. Exceeded our expectations. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Carol S.

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

Well stocked older home for n a walkable distance from South Beach

Fine
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Jennifer C.

Sabrina's Castle was beautiful and perfect for our week. It is spacious, beautiful with detail, and comfortable. It is a great location in South Haven, close to everything. I cannot say enough great things about the house or the rental experience. Olga is kind, very prompt in returning emails/questions, and thoughtful to so many other details. I highly recommend this home.

10/10 Excellent

christina m.

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

Amazing house and location!

From start, during and finish Olga was amazing! The house I can't say anything negative, you want for nothing in the house, bring your food and drinks and you are set! Our 2 year old loved the playroom. The backyard was perfect to rest in the hammock or let our daughter play. The location to Kids Corner you just can't beat. We were there everyday and location to beach stairs was close as well or to watch sunsets over lake Michigan. We rented a golf cart for quick and easy transportation to and from town, which the whole family enjoyed. Overall if I was to come back I would definitely stay here again. Oh and the lights in the front porch such a nice touch to relax outside, especially the couple times we had some morning rain.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

Weekend Getaway

This home is in a great neighborhood and close to the beach and terrific playground. Also just a short walk downtown. Olga was very kind, welcoming, and responsive. We were 5 people and it was very comfortable. Accommodations for 10 would not be a problem. Would definitely return here for another visit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Fall Weekend Getaway with Family!

Our family stayed in this home as it is close to the beach and Kids Corner and not far from Kalamazoo where we had a wedding to attend. It was so clean and had everything you could possibly need for a vacation home. The kitchen appliances are new, the beds are comfortable and they even had toys and games for our 2 and a half year old granddaughter. We enjoyed the fire pit every night in the crisp fall temperatures and are hoping to come back in the summer to enjoy the beach and water! Olga was very responsive and made sure our stay at Sabina's Sandcastle was everything we were hoping for! The price is right, the home is great and close to everything. Don't pass this one by!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phineas T.

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

Great property with great host

Had a great summer trip with the family! House in great location with walking distance to both the beach and park for kids to play. Owner went above and beyond communicating with us great things to do in town and was very accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa K.

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

Wonderful place for families

My extended family all enjoyed a few days staying in this beautiful home and it was perfect! The kids room, board games, baby gear and fun bunk bed room really made it a great stay for the little ones. We especially loved the openness of the first floor and backyard. Thank you for the beach chairs and kid beach toys - one less thing to pack!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Santosh E.

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

Nice Rental

Amenities provided are very good. House is well decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Perfect, well-stocked, clean, perfect

Easy, great communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lora Lee G.

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

First class stay!

Lovely home! It was close to town and the also to the lake. The home itself was nicely decorated and had plenty of space. We didn't have a chance to use the yard or the firepit, but it looked really nice. We enjoyed cooking some nice meals at the house, and there we were pleasantly surprised that the kitchen was nicely equipped. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat E.

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

September getaway

I enjoyed everything! The house was clean, comfortable, quiet. Loved the decor. My granddaughter didn't spend the night, but was there for an evening and loved the playroom! The backyard and deck were a perfect spot for a relaxing evening. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Great host & location

Really nice place, well maintained and decorated. It was easy to get comfortable in the house. Agree the kitchen is very well stocked with all the housewares you could imagine plus a good starter pantry with basic spices plus some other non perishables. Also lots of cups, plates etc for kids. And nice selection of tots and books to keep kids of various ages busy. Outside there was plenty of space. Location is great too. We walked to the playground, beach, splash pad and town. Host was very responsive when we reached out and gives a ton of great advice! Book it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janine D.

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

Home away from home

Holiday weekend with family to cut down a Christmas tree was fantastic. The home is nicely decorated and has everything you need to feel right at home. Olga was very nice and helpful with suggestions for the area. We definitely will consider coming.back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Olga Voss

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Why they chose this property

THIS home had ALL of the features we wanted.
* Ample square footage .. roomy .. not feeling crowded.
with an upstairs and downstairs living room/tv. The home was a two flat originally - so it has an upstairs and downstairs bathroom and living room
* Back and side yard .. room to play outside.
* Close to the beach and park - a few minute walk
* Close to harbor and town. a few minute walk.

So many homes sacrifice something .. all house and no yard ... all yard and no house - cramped. We wanted to walk to town and the beach and just park the car for the week after a grocery run.
Everyone can walk to and from the beach or town as they wish - kids, teens, adults .. movies, dinner, ice cream, night life.

We loved the 100+ year old home ...its old charm and updated amenities. Our beautiful home has a wonderful history and great vibe.

What makes this property unique

Our home has ALL of the pluses for a great stay. It sits on 1 1/2 city lots so there is extra room to gather and play. A good sized home AND outdoor living space within 5-10 minutes WALKING distance to a kids playground, beach and town.
- 2,400 sq foot home
- Front porch AND
- Yard Deck AND NEW PATIO
- Back and Side Yard AND
- Firepit AND
- Herb / tomato garden
- 2 blocks to playground / beach
- 4 blocks to town

Languages:

English, Croatian, Slovenian