BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE JUST STEPS FROM THE BEACH AND 1.0 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN
5.0
Outstanding(28 Reviews)House in South Haven, MI
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Summer rentals (mid June through mid August) are by the week (Fri to Fri) only. Non-summer rates are lower, contact owner. No pets.
Leave your worries at home while staying at this beautiful, clean, well-stocked and stylishly furnished beach house located in North Beach location. Secluded First Street beach access (via stairs) is a block away.
Beautiful hickory hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, open floor plan with a unique and professionally designed beach motif. We can seat 10 people in the kitchen/dining area-everyone can have a meal together! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Upstairs loft (with 2 sets of bunk beds, a TV, DVD, and play station) perfect for kids; we also have a playset/swingset in the back yard.
Sleeping arrangements on main level: master: queen bed, en suite full bath; second bedroom: queen bed. 2 full baths on ground level. Living room: New queen sofa sleeper with internal air mattress (no lumps or sags!).
Large backyard, playset and outdoor deck with gas grill awaits. Parking for 3 cars. Sit out under the stars around our custom-made fire pit and roast some marshmallows, roasting utensils and firewood provided. Or sleep away a lazy day in our hammock under a beautiful pine tree.
Let us provide a truly outstanding accommodation for your family and friends!
Peak summer rental is by the week only. Non peak rentals 3 day minimum. Friday changeover day. Firm no pet policy. Signed contract required, minimum age 25. 10 person maximum.
Leave your worries at home while staying at this beautiful, clean, well-stocked and stylishly furnished beach house located in North Beach location. Secluded First Street beach access (via stairs) is a block away.
Beautiful hickory hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, open floor plan with a unique and professionally designed beach motif. We can seat 10 people in the kitchen/dining area-everyone can have a meal together! 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Upstairs loft (with 2 sets of bunk beds, a TV, DVD, and play station) perfect for kids; we also have a playset/swingset in the back yard.
Sleeping arrangements on main level: master: queen bed, en suite full bath; second bedroom: queen bed. 2 full baths on ground level. Living room: New queen sofa sleeper with internal air mattress (no lumps or sags!).
Large backyard, playset and outdoor deck with gas grill awaits. Parking for 3 cars. Sit out under the stars around our custom-made fire pit and roast some marshmallows, roasting utensils and firewood provided. Or sleep away a lazy day in our hammock under a beautiful pine tree.
Let us provide a truly outstanding accommodation for your family and friends!
Peak summer rental is by the week only. Non peak rentals 3 day minimum. Friday changeover day. Firm no pet policy. Signed contract required, minimum age 25. 10 person maximum.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of South Haven, MI
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(28 Reviews)5.0
House had everything we wanted and needed! Location was great
5.0
Very nice and clean. Good location with everything we need. Did not catch there were no bath towels provided so we had to purchase some. Overall very happy and would stay again!
5.0
Our family just had a fabulous stay at Red’s Retreat in South Haven, Michigan! This beautifully decorated cottage set the tone for a week that was sun- and fun-filled! Our grandchildren were over-the-moon with the loft, a perfect place with bunks and good sleep. Two full baths, a laundry room, and open living space made us all feel at home. Only a short ride to public beaches, parks, shops and restaurants. Chuck and Gail have the PERFECT PLACE for families with little ones!
5.0
Awesome Vacation at Red’s Retreat!
Our family just had a fabulous stay at Red’s Retreat in South Haven, Michigan! This beautifully decorated cottage set the tone for a week that was sun- and fun-filled! Our grandchildren were over-the-moon with the loft, a perfect place with bunks and good sleep. Two full baths, a laundry room, and open living space made us all feel at home. Only a short ride to public beaches, parks, shops and restaurants. Chuck and Gail have the PERFECT PLACE for families with little ones!
5.0
Fall Break in Beautiful Michigan
The place was clean and perfect for our family of 5!
Very cozy and location was perfect
5.0
Wonderful!
This experience was a delight! The house was spotless and inviting and we felt comfortable immediately. We wanted for nothing as far as amenities go and are anxious to return.
The beach is beautiful and for those who can’t do the steps there is a beautiful public beach one mile toward town.
Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
5.0
Wonderful Property
This was the perfect house with the perfect location for our stay. Kid and adult friendly with plenty of room! I hope to be back again!
5.0
This house was so cute and just what we needed for our group. It was walking distance to the beach and super close to downtown South Haven. The owners were also very wonderful. I highly Recommend this vacation rental.
5.0
Cute house perfect for our group!
This house was so cute and just what we needed for our group. It was walking distance to the beach and super close to downtown South Haven. The owners were also very wonderful. I highly Recommend this vacation rental.
5.0
Nice little place, you technically could walk to the lake, but a very short drive is easier for public access. Close to the lighthouse, downtown and Holland is a 30 minute drive. Thanks, we enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Nice location, very close to the lake
Nice little place, you technically could walk to the lake, but a very short drive is easier for public access. Close to the lighthouse, downtown and Holland is a 30 minute drive. Thanks, we enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Love this house!! Would definitely stay here again. Close to the beach and owner provides wagon to drag your coolers and chairs. Also has outdoor shower to rinse before going in.. Big yard with swingset, firepit and plenty of room to roam.. Very comfortable beds/mattresses. Slept like a rock! Large updated kitchen with everything you could possible need.. From a Keurig to a Crock Pot! And it is decorated and updated super "Beach" cute!!
5.0
Cozy cottage feel with plenty of space to sleep many! Short walk to the beach!
Love this house!! Would definitely stay here again. Close to the beach and owner provides wagon to drag your coolers and chairs. Also has outdoor shower to rinse before going in.. Big yard with swingset, firepit and plenty of room to roam.. Very comfortable beds/mattresses. Slept like a rock! Large updated kitchen with everything you could possible need.. From a Keurig to a Crock Pot! And it is decorated and updated super "Beach" cute!!
5.0
We were two families with five kids under seven. This place worked great!! Plenty of counter and table space for meals. The four bigger kids stayed in the loft and each of the downstairs bedrooms had their own batheroom. The beach was so close and great. There was a sand bar not too far off the shore and it only got to about the knee before you hit the sand bar. This made me feel so much more comfortable having younger kids. The house was clean, nice and beachy! I would absolutely go back again. Oh! And there is an outdoor shower head which is a must with younger kids!!
5.0
Red's Retreat is everything you could want and more when it comes to a vacation getaway. It was the cleanest, neatest cottage I have ever stayed in- absolutely spotless. The owners have thought of everything when it comes to making their guests' stay enjoyable. I would highly recommend Red's Retreat. It is perfect for families or a group of friends. We loved it and would book it again when returning to South Haven.
5.0
Great house!!
We were two families with five kids under seven. This place worked great!! Plenty of counter and table space for meals. The four bigger kids stayed in the loft and each of the downstairs bedrooms had their own batheroom. The beach was so close and great. There was a sand bar not too far off the shore and it only got to about the knee before you hit the sand bar. This made me feel so much more comfortable having younger kids. The house was clean, nice and beachy! I would absolutely go back again. Oh! And there is an outdoor shower head which is a must with younger kids!!
5.0
Awesome cottage
Red's Retreat is everything you could want and more when it comes to a vacation getaway. It was the cleanest, neatest cottage I have ever stayed in- absolutely spotless. The owners have thought of everything when it comes to making their guests' stay enjoyable. I would highly recommend Red's Retreat. It is perfect for families or a group of friends. We loved it and would book it again when returning to South Haven.
5.0
We had a great time at Red's Retreat! It's ideally situated -- the beach is just a short walk away, and town is just a few minutes by car (or bike). There's a great backyard for roasting marshmallows or letting the kids run around a bit. The home is obviously well cared for, has great fixtures and furniture, and is super comfortable. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat!
5.0
My mistake, I thought property was on the water. But the short walk to the beach was not bad. Steps down were a little surprising 50 steps and very steep, but the climb was worth it.
5.0
Cute, Quiet, Clean, Cozy ... Perfect for a South Haven Sojourn!
We had a great time at Red's Retreat! It's ideally situated -- the beach is just a short walk away, and town is just a few minutes by car (or bike). There's a great backyard for roasting marshmallows or letting the kids run around a bit. The home is obviously well cared for, has great fixtures and furniture, and is super comfortable. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat!
5.0
Good experience
My mistake, I thought property was on the water. But the short walk to the beach was not bad. Steps down were a little surprising 50 steps and very steep, but the climb was worth it.
5.0
Great property, great location!
This was our first time in South Haven, and we're already planning our next trip back. A 5 star rating doesn't do this property justice. The house was extraordinarily clean and well stocked with modern amenities. The location was perfect, just steps away from the beach and a quick drive/back ride to town. We traveled with our 3 year old son and 10 week old daughter, and Gail (the owner) could not have been more accommodating. An overall great experience, we are looking forward to our next stay!
5.0
Great House, Perfect Location
This was a perfect house for two families (3 adults, 3 kids). It was a one block walk to the semi-private beach, which was uncrowded even on weekends in the height of the summer season. It is an easy drive into downtown South Haven or a nice walk of a little over a mile. The house comes equipped with a wagon/cart to make the walk easier. Kitchen is very well-equipped with everything that you would need and is a great open space. Outside is great as well -- huge firepit with plenty of firewood and chairs. Owners are informative and very responsive.
5.0
Great Stay at Red's
Had a Buncko Girls' Weekend and Red's was the PERFECT place! It was everything we needed! Nice open concept, plenty of sleeping room, very clean, super cute decor, close to the beach (actually closer than I thought) and close to town... Which was great since it rained one of the days we were there.
Gail is very accommodating and flexible. So easy to work with... Great Gal!
We hope to make Red's our annual getaway. I certainly would recommend Red's to anyone!
5.0
Beautiful Decor / Fully Of Amenities
For our first trip to southwestern Michigan, Red's Retreat was perfect. Being on the north side of South Haven in a quiet neighborhood, yet close to several beaches (the numerous steps up and down the bluffs to the beaches took a little getting used to) and downtown was great. Indeed the home was fully equipped and the cheery beach decor put all of us in a wonderful mood. We will look forward to returning in the future.
5.0
Perfect beach house!
Felt so cozy and comfortable! Very clean and welcoming. Lots of room for everyone. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Wonderful homey cottage - short walk to the beach
We loved the cottage -- clean, well furnished, and great lounging space. It was a short walk to the beach, short bike ride to town. Loved the North Shore beach and the pier. Our first visit to South Haven and we will be back and especially to Red's Retreat.
5.0
We love Reds Retreat!
Red's Retreat is a perfect summer get away. Our group of 4 adults and 5 kids fit perfectly. The house is always spotless (we have rented 2 summers in a row), has everything you need, close to beach, close to town---we love it!
Things that families with little kids might appreciate are: The outside shower with hot and cold water, umbrella stroller for trips into town, pack and play, high chair, stool in the bathroom so the kids can reach the sink, outdoor playset, two wagons for trips to the beach (yes, you will need 2!), beach toys, boogie boards provided, kid plates, cups, and bowls, board games, TONS of movies, Comcast cable with on demand, fun chairs in the kids room, marshmallow sticks provided---there's probably more that I am forgetting. It is well appointed!
Things the adults will appreciate: Kitchen is stocked from top to bottom---every kitchen item is there!, beds are comfy, plenty of pillows, washer and dryer work awesome, Bose radio in the main room that has a plug to hook up to your phone/ipad, fast wi fi, good tv in main room, Weber grill, always fast communication with Gail, walk to the beach, close to town.
We are beach people, so that is our main goal when we come to South Haven. We like to book in August, so we know the weather will be hot. We had to book in July this year and the weather was crummy, but we made the most of it anyway. We enjoyed the fireworks from our beach, attended the Art Festival in town, 4th of July parade, Farmer's Market (its fabulous), grown men traveled up north to ride ATV's. There is plenty around to keep the family busy!
I would recommend this property in a heartbeat. The trick is booking early enough to secure it :) Thank you Gail for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Clean and well-stocked. Bright, cheery decor!
Hi, Gail
We enjoyed our stay at your lovely rental in South Haven. Everything was immaculate and well-stocked for our needs. We had trouble with the new hide-a-bed in the living room, but I'm sure you will be able to work that out with the manufacturer. This house is perfect for 4 adults and 4 children. We were a little crowded with 10, but that was our choice. Although the weather was chilly, we still took advantage of the beautiful beach and thoroughly enjoyed the amazing sunsets. Thank you
Kathy O'Bryan
5.0
Wonderful spacious home right next to the beach!
My family and I were all really happy with our stay at the Red's Retreat! The open space made it really comfortable for the whole family. The house is just about a minute walk from the beach, but spending time in this cozy house full of amenities was fun too.
5.0
Great home away from home.
This house couldn't be cuter--exactly as described, immaculately kept, adorably decorated--and very much like an actual home away from home.
The kitchen was well-equipped, and I was happy to have some children's items already on hand at the house. My daughters (2 and 5) were especially excited by the loft with two bunk beds and small reading areas and the play set in the yard.
Although it is the off-season, my family and I had a great time in town and took a two-minute walk to the beach, which was beautiful even in the cooler weather.
I would definitely recommend this house for families, and I can't wait to go back when the weather is warmer.
5.0
Fantastic Vacation Home!
The home was very clean and well-stocked. Anything you could possibly need for a stay at the beach was provided. We appreciated the lake motif throughout the house. We had two families with children and would definitely stay again.
5.0
Beautiful home away from home!
While the pictures & description of this property were lovely, it was even more beautiful when we arrived. The home, both inside & out, was very clean & nicely appointed. The décor and amenities were wonderful - so many details & items to make our stay very comfortable. The kitchen had a nice array of spices, coffee filters, pots, pans, etc. Overall, just a top-notch place to spend a week in South Haven. I look forward to another vacation at Red's Retreat!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in South Haven?
The average price for a rental in South Haven is R 6,738 per night. This rental is R 1,793 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE JUST STEPS FROM THE BEACH AND 1.0 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE JUST STEPS FROM THE BEACH AND 1.0 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE JUST STEPS FROM THE BEACH AND 1.0 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.