Vacay Verde- A Cozy Beach Cottage

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8143 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

South Haven, MI

South Haven Center for the Arts
11 min walk
Bronson South Haven Hospital
12 min walk
Warner Vineyards
16 min walk
Holland, MI (HLM-Park Township)
39 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage is within walking distance to all that South Haven has to offer.

This clean well kept cottage is located in the heart of South Haven, a unique lakeshore town, that offers unlimited recreational activities. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway to visit the various wineries and orchards, or kayak the Black River, or stroll the beach, or ride the Kal Haven trail, you will be in close proximity to all these destinations. Also you will have your choice of restaurants on the waterfront and unique shops that are just a short walk or bike ride away. A splash pad was just constructed at South Beach which is providing fun in the sun to many young children and their families at no cost.

Inside the cottage you will find an open layout for friends and/or families to gather, play games, watch movies or simply relax . Outside you will find a "coffee porch" that is perfect to catch the early morning sun. There is also a private backyard to enjoy and is equipped with a gas grill and fire pit. A backyard shed holds many items such as bikes, wagons, beach toys, cooler, and much more for your use when you stay. Come rest, relax and retreat from the busyness of life as well as make memories to last a lifetime.

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Michigan. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Within a 15-minute walk of South Haven Center for the Arts and Bronson South Haven Hospital

This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This South Haven cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Matt & Gina Tredup

Property amenities

Beach

Near the beach
Beach sunloungers

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Blender
Paper towels
Toaster
Kitchen island

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1.5 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

Porch or lanai
Gas grills
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the lake
In the city centre

Things to do

Cycling on site

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)
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 1544 sq ft (143 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vacay Verde A Cozy Beach

Vacay Verde- A Cozy Beach Cottage Cottage

Green Street Retreat a Cozy Beach Cottage

Vacay Verde- A Cozy Beach Cottage South Haven

Vacay Verde- A Cozy Beach Cottage Cottage South Haven

Vacay Verde- A Cozy Beach Cottage Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

falkov

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura R.

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Convenient Location

Super cute home! The location was great, just a quick drive to the beach and shopping area. The backyard was great, it gets a lot of shade which was perfect to sit outside during the hot days we were there. The wagon included in the shed was great for the beach since we had multiple beach chairs and drinks to haul through the sand. The issues I had were that it was me, my husband and our parents with both my mother and my FIL with knee issues and the bathtub was so high my mom couldn’t swing her leg into it so she wasn’t able to shower the entire time we were there. (Even with the handle in the tub) I think maybe it should be disclosed that the tub is above average height just so people are aware. Also the stairs may be “up to code” as I read in reviews but they are extremely small and extremely steep and it was really hard for my FIL with his knee injury to go up such steep stairs. There would have been no way my mom would have been able to go up them (which we already had decided they were taking the main floor bedroom anyway) Overall it was a nice stay other than mobility issues.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

One month of Me Camp!

I stayed in this charming home for an entire summer month, and it was delightful. Matt and Gina were super responsive and communication was easy and clear. You will need a car as the lake and main streets are not within walking distance, so make sure you have transportation. A lovely stay and one I will never forget!

Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Very nice place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

29 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort

We enjoyed our short stay at this home in a quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

14 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

Cute house! Perfect for our needs. Owners were very responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

29 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place with great hosts!

We stayed here for a week over Christmas 2023. TL/DR: Yes, yes, YES we would stay here again! Full review: This is a great property in a convenient and safe location in South Haven, about a mile from the beach. Positives: • Super-responsive hosts • Clean, comfortable 3 BR, 1.5 BA • Beds/bedding were of great quality; good sleep • Kitchen had newer appliances and was well-stocked for a short-term stay • Furnace and fire-stove heated the house quickly • Washer and Dryer with supplied laundry detergent • Great TV/Internet package • Yard and shed have just about everything you need for summer fun; bikes, beach equipment, gas grill, etc. • Driveway is long enough for parking multiple vehicles Improvements that could be made (not negatives, just things we feel could be improved over time) • Only one TV (LR); yes, people don’t come to SH for the TV, but in a house with up to seven people in it, one TV will be inadequate (easy fix) • No dressers; a week living out of a suitcase is less than ideal (easy fix) • Sleeps 7 but dining for only 3-5; without more chairs, a large group dinner would be very challenging (easy fix) • Driveway approach is incredibly steep at the street and driveway is not paved; might be a challenge for those with difficulty in walking on uneven ground If we find that we have to stay in a rental next year, there is no question that we would consider Vacay Verde again. For the price of not much more than a hotel room for the week, we had all this.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

28 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

End of summer getaway

We had a great time in South Haven. This property is only a mile from the downtown area and the beach. The house was super cute and had all the amenities needed for beach trip. We had easy communication with the owners and would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

26 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacay Verde

Vacay Verde is a charming cottage with updates and amenities that were perfect for the whole family! The rental was spotless and the host was quick to respond to every question. Great place to stay in South Haven and hope to return again next summer!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Anne L.

19 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

M and M Beach Getaway

Great location. all was mostly good at cottage. We wanted to use the bikes, but could not find a wrench to lower seats. Also, the beach "chairs" were too heavy to carry on foot so we drove to beach one day, but didn't use these pieces the rest of our stay. Love South Haven!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda (Mandie) W., Saint Louis, MO

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home away from home

Clean and well maintained. Access to a washing machine and dryer was nice to have. Delicious food nearby. Quick drive to the beach. Would be walkable if we didn’t have kids and a ton of stuff ;). Access to a wagon was perfect for lugging our stuff from the car to the shoreline. Would recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

14 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacay verde

This property is not ADA compliant-several trip points,bathtub too high and stairs too steep- not good for older people either (l’m 74). Other than that we enjoyed the cottage. It was within walking distance of several things to do -about a mile. It was clean and even though I slept on the couch ( stairs to upstairs bedrooms too risky) I was comfortable. We enjoyed the s’mores fixings also. Thank you for an enjoyable first trip to Michigan.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Belinda F.

8 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Very nice place, it fit everyone that came with us. Had every thing we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josef H.

1 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Wonderful cozy venue enjoyed by old friends catching up. Old farmhouse with lots of character. Clean, modernized, cozy. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett & Sarah M., Allendale, MI

21 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable & Cozy

As a large family it is hard to find rentals that are suitable for sleeping arrangements and space to play. This cottage is exactly as described as has a charm to it like no other. We have stayed twice and enjoy the hospitality of the owners. Having a full kitchen makes cooking easy. Two bathrooms is great for larger families too. I’m sure we will back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

8 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location!

First time to South Haven MI. This home was great for our family of four. Super clean, smelled great, good location and hosts were super nice and helpful. Loved visiting South Beach even though it was cold and windy. Walked Kal-Haven trail and ate at Clementines, both were great. Anxious to come back in the summer, loved this small beach town! Thanks Matt & Gina :)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Joanne S.

22 Sept 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great hosts and great location

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

19 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

South Haven weekend

We enjoyed our weekend in South Haven very much. The house we stayed in is old, but clean & comfortable for our group of three. We didn’t spend much time there during the day, as we were at the beach or exploring the town. We made use of the beach supplies & bikes in the shed. There isn’t a bath upstairs, so I wouldn’t recommend this property for more than four. Also, the stairs to the second floor are very steep & probably not good for very young kids, but for us there was no problem. The location was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Wes T.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Late Summer Getaway

This cottage is clean, clean, clean! It is well stocked with plenty of provisions, towels, moisturizers and kitchenware. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. The short walk to town for great restaurants and shops made for a relaxing late summer getaway. We highly recommend Vacay Verde and will definitely stay here again. Chris and Wes

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

sally c.

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor day

Busier than we expected but all went well. Even with cooler water the grandkids still swam.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Cute outside and good location. our family of 5 had the best vacation!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This home is set up great for a family. Lots of comfortable living space and bedrooms. House had plenty of towels and having access to a wagon and beach chairs in the home was great. Also less than 1 mile from downtown and the beach!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

kendra d.

22 Aug 2022

House Served its purpose we just slept there

The house was clean except for the carpet upstairs had an odor of pets/ mildew. Smelled like dog pee to me can't say for sure. All around the baseboards the carpet was brown and needed cleaning or replacing. We had to keep the house at 66 which is very cold for me or the carpet smell would come thru. Didn't not like the cameras on the back of the house common space where you would relax and enjoy the yard. I have rented many homes this is the first one where I felt under surveillance 24/7. Who knows what's in the house? I texted the owner to see if there were cameras inside. They stated no but with all going on outside I was not sure I believed them. Made me uncomfortable, I didn't go on vacation to feel like I was someone's late-night show. People nowadays think evading you with their cameras is okay. I do not. I understand the front door camera for checking in but to have the outside all under surveillance. I did sit in the backyard Friday afternoon the neighbor was out doing yard work and listening to music. I was also enjoying his music. He glanced over a few times and then started burning something so disgusting that within15 mins I could not stand to sit in the yard anymore. I believe that was his point it was obvious. We just slept there and had gatherings with family at local establishments. The house was close to the main strip downtown. We left a day early my comfort level wasn't there between cameras and neighbor time to go.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Mary Ann L.

7 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great central location

Cozy home. Great central location. Communication with the host was accurate and speedy. Perfect for a relaxing and fun getaway!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry D.

31 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

We had fun in South Haven

Everything was great. The only suggestion is to change the trash pick-up date in the binder from Sun. to Mon. evening. The note on the refrigerator is good, but conflicts with what is in the book. Thanks again for such a great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022