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Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy

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Dining
Beach nearby
Exterior
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 266100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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South Haven, MI
  • Popular LocationKal Haven Trail11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Haven Center for the Arts11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMichigan Maritime Museum11 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)56 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy

The perfect place for family getaways – plenty of space for the privacy and comfort of adults plus lots of indoor and outdoor space for kids to enjoy. Great WiFi for remote workers/students.

VIRUS CONCERNS: We recognize that all parents and grandparents are concerned about doing everything they can to protect the health of their families. We feel the same way and do everything we can to give you confidence that your family’s health is protected at North Haven Family Retreat. Here are the details. First, the house is thoroughly cleaned by our housekeeping staff. Then, upon your arrival, you will find that we have provided commercially laundered bed linens for your family, including freshly laundered sheets, mattress covers, blankets and two freshly laundered cases for each bed pillow. And we provide a large supply of wipes for you in the case that you chose to do additional sanitizing.

At your option, the house offers optional Orkin VitalClean third party professional sanitation service prior to check-in. Orkin's trained technicians wipe down all high-touch surfaces followed by a misting application using specialized equipment and its EPA "List N" disinfectant which is both effective against viruses including COVID-19 and also carries the EPA's lowest toxicity rating (Category IV), defined as “practically non-toxic and not an irritant.” Let us know what else we can do to make you confident that your family gathering will be safe and relaxing. Vital Clean not available for Sunday check ins. https://www.orkin.com/commercial/services/orkin-vitalclean

VIDEO & VIRTUAL TOURS: Please click the tour button on the third picture in my gallery to see the virtual tour or click the red YouTube play button to see a video of the property.

With large open rooms and acres of lawn the whole family can relax, dine and play together in the house, around the pool and outdoors. All the luxury of a bed & breakfast experience exclusively for your family. We'll even provide fresh coffee and treats in the pool house for you to wake up to.


HEATED INDOOR POOL: The heated indoor pool is attached to the house and insures great family fun rain or shine. Large windows and six skylights make the pool and surrounding recreation room a bright and airy space. There is plenty of poolside dining and comfortable seating for watching the large screen TV.

LAKE MICHIGAN BEACHES & WATERFRONT PARKS: Lake Michigan beaches and waterfront parks are abundant and very close by. The house is located just a mile from the Casco Beach and Preserve. A ten minute drive to the South takes you to the famous South Beach and South Haven Lighthouse. Ten minutes to the North takes you to Oval Beach Saugatuck, ranked nationally among the top 10 US beaches. And the 400 acre VanBuren State park is just 12 miles away and features beautiful waterfront sand dunes.

MAIN HOUSE & GUEST WING: With a combined 6100 square feet, The Haven offers families a variety of spaces for relaxing, eating and comfortable sleeping. The original Main House features four bedrooms on the second floor and two full bathrooms. It’s large kitchen offers two refrigerators, two dishwashers, two ovens and two microwaves. The kitchen island provides plenty of additional kitchen prep space and seating for 8. The adjacent dining area seats 20 and when combined with the kitchen island provides seating for 28 people in the same room. The living room includes a fireplace and comfortable seating for reading and conversation.

The Guest Wing offers another five bedrooms, three more bathrooms, an efficiency kitchen/coffee bar, den and tables for games and refreshments. A washer and dryer are also available for guest use. The Main House and Guest Wing are connected by the Pool and its large Recreation Room. The Rec Room has a bar with stools, a seating area for TV watching and a poolside dining space that seats eight.

PRIVATE OUTDOOR COMPOUND - A tree lined driveway leads you in to this very private and fenced 5 acre parcel – you won’t even see another house from the massive grounds. A large patio with stone fire pit is located directly off the pool providing a perfect place for grilling, outdoor dining and fireside gatherings.

Our innkeeper stays on property in adjacent accommodations so she is available on short notice for anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable or fun.

HISTORIC HIDEOUT: Local lore has it that Chicago gangster Bugsy Moran's mistress lived in this house, formerly known as the Hideout. During the years that he worked with the mob Bugsy used the out buildings to store prohibition era liquor. We’ve looked. Bugsy didn’t leave behind any bathtub gin !

CANCELLATION & TRAVEL PROTECTION POLICIES: We do not offer refunds for cancelled reservations. Our cancellation policy needs to be this strict because most families book their gatherings 5 to 7 months in advance. As such even 60 days notice often does not allow for a comparable rebooking. Therefore we strongly recommend that you purchase VRBO's Travel Protection policy. We will even reimburse you for half the cost of that policy if unused at check out. In addition, if you do have to cancel for any reason, we will use our best effort to rebook your dates with another family to recover any uninsured loss of your investment.

Property manager

Michael O'Connor

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 6100 sq ft (567 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
Note from host: $100/night Never on beds/furniture caged when away

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Oval Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Kal Haven Trail - 11 min drive
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min drive
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 11 min drive
  • South Beach - 13 min drive
  • Oval Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 21 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sherman Dairy Bar - 10 min drive
  • Three Blondes Brewing - 11 min drive
  • Cogdal Vineyards - 4 min drive
  • Waypost Brewing Co. - 7 min drive
  • PK's Lighthouse Cafe - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heated Indoor Pool, Fast Wifi, 5 Acres of Fenced Privacy located?

This family-friendly South Haven holiday home is located on a lake, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of North Beach and Kal Haven Trail. Michigan Maritime Museum and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 106 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Retreat
This home exceeded all of my expectations !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The pool was a big hit with the kids, Kitchen/dinning area offered plenty of room for everybody to gather and hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Our large family went here. House was exceptionally clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could ask for. The pool area was warm, and the water was warm. The kids enjoyed every minute of it. The house was extremely quiet, so you could always find a quiet place if needed. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
This was a beautiful area to get away in October. The trees surrounding the property were displaying their full fall colors. It is located just minutes from the South Haven Pier and Lake Michigan. The indoor pool was very nice. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything to cook and serve meals. We loved that we could all sit together in the dining room. The patio was very nice to enjoy the evening campfire. The playground set was a nice touch for our little ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
The house was fantastic! The weather was a little crummy but with the indoor pool and large kitchen, we had plenty of options to stay entertained! The kitchen was the top hangout spot for our big group because it allowed for everyone to be together to talk, play games, enjoy meals, and just hang out. We had no issues with anything at the house! It was very comfortable and accommodating for all 21 of us. We also very much enjoyed Sam, the photographer and would recommend him to anyone staying and needing a photographer. Thank you so much for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family gatherings
It is hard to find a place that will accommodate 20 people. This does fill the bill. It has a nice heated pool built in. They had 2 commercial stoves and 2 commercial refrigerators. They also have a very long table that we could seat everyone. Everything was good. A few things that not expected was that you would need to go through one bedroom to get to some of the bathrooms or would need to go outside and re-enter to avoid going through another bedroom. The other thing that was different is that the beds did not have the linen on them. It was put neatly at the foot of the bed and you would need to make your own beds. I can see the reason for this, as you may not use all of the beds. But this is the first time that I have seen this. The building was very comfortable with the heating. And we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neesha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing week!
We had a group of 16, including 8 kids under the age of 8. The house is amazing for a big group. The weather is typical of Michigan so having an indoor pool was worth it. The kids lived in the pool or outside in the play structure. The train car rooms situation on the one story side was not ideal but we made it work. We hired a vacation chef for the week and the kitchen was great for them. Laundry in the pool area made it super easy to keep fresh clothes around. An amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonding
Because of the layout of the house,our family did things together. The big kitchen where a specific group prepared meals, thanks to 2 refrigerators, 2 stoves, 2 dishwashers and plenty of dishes and glassware. We also bonded around the fire pit, large dining table, and big pool area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette B., Champaign Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place for a family vacation.
We had a great week in South Haven. The house met our needs and expectations. The weather was ideal. The house is close to many attractions and beaches. We made good use of the large outdoor area, patio and firepit. The children really enjoyed the pool. The house floorplan is quirky, but worked for our three generation family of 19 people. We were able to make nice meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Zero issues, plenty of towels and linens. Tons of space. Friendly and responsive management.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Excellent location to beaches and stores
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023