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Steps Away from the Beach

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Steps Away from the Beach

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and barbecues. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a patio and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Dean House

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet are allowed with the approval of owners.

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 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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Steps Away From The Haven
Steps Away From the Beach Cottage
Steps Away From the Beach South Haven
Steps Away From the Beach Cottage South Haven

About the area

Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 16 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps Away from the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps Away from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps Away from the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps Away from the Beach located?

Located in North Side, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.

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Steps Away from the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Having the beach so close was fantastic. House was perfect for pets and was stocked better than any place we've stayed before. Already booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Location, location, location That about sums it up . A great home reasonably priced and a fun time always.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The "Dean House" is perfect. The location is spot on. Will Stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Never disappoints. Clean, convenient, and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

3rd time saying here, that says it all! Location and cleanliness 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We love this property! It continues to check all the boxes of being an ideal property for our family in south haven. It is walking distance to almost everything you could want to do but homey enough you’ll want to stay and enjoy the space! Thank you for sharing the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The perfect size and location for our group. Super clean! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Had a nice time in this cabin. Location was perfect and had everything we needed. The one issue we had was resolved within an hour. Good communication with the host before and during stay. Would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Hassle-free experience. Perfect for our family. Great location. Well stocked. Plan to stay again. Met all of our needs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Great location and a greats space for a family. Within walking distance to town, close to the beach and very nice neighborhood. Only drawbacks were technology (TV remotes) were not user friendly, refridgerator freezer was dirty. Owner has stocked linens, all kitchen necessities and nice patio to use.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

This was our second stay, absolutely the best location, cleanliness beyond. Could not have asked for more. Pride in ownership and taking care of the guests is definitely a priority. We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We loved our stay at Steps Away! The beds were so comfortable and the kitchen was fully appointed! The grill was awesome. We cooked on it almost every night. We were in South Haven during a very hot week and were grateful for the “very strong” air conditioning, mainly at night. We parked the car at check in, and didn’t use it except to visit Pilgrim Haven Beach during one of the days of our visit—great beach and dog friendly FYI—otherwise we walked everywhere. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Can’t see marina or lake from property without standing up to look over fence or through trees. No reading light in living room. TV in Master not hooked up. Good proximity to lake, nice and clean inside. Feel it was overpriced due to above issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This was our second time staying at this property, and we had a wonderful time! All the lovely little touches in decor really elevate the space. We appreciated the ease of access to the beach, the cleanliness, and the lovely patio for eating outside and grilling. Communication with the owners was super fast! We can't wait to return here next year! (Side note: Unlike our previous stay, the flags indicating water safety weren't posted on poles that were visible from the home. This year they were posted further down the beach. This has nothing to do with the owners, as it's the city of South Haven that takes care of this kind of thing. Not a big deal at all; just wanted to update my previous review!)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10

A very nice house with a great location! Impressed with the large family room. The beds were very comfortable. The primary had an attached bathroom. It was small but serviceable, as was the 2nd bathroom. Very nice kitchen with all kinds of pots, pans, gadgets, knives, great dishes and silverware. We did see ants on the countertop. There were ant traps so this isn't something new. Maybe they are there because of being near the beach and the sandy soil? We were able to handle that by keeping the countertop clean, and not leaving out anything that could attract them. (Like a coffecake from Bundes! LOL!) It would be nicer if the outside could be spruced up a bit. Ivy on the patio running amuck. Huge grass in back patio needs some trimming as do the overgrown bushes on the front steps. We ended up going in and out the sliding glass doors most of the time. Did not use the patio because of the tiny ants that crawled on your feet. Some of the outdoor furniture could use some cleaning, too. All in all, the positives way out weighed the negatives!! This is a very cool house and we would definitely rent it again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We’ve stayed here a handful of times, and each time is wonderful! The space, location, cleanliness, and hosts are just top notch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great spot for a fun Girls Weekend! Well supplied and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

What a beautiful clean home just steps away to restaurants, shops, the most delicious bakery and of course the beach! Everything was more than perfect! Kitchen fully stocked and the most comfortable beds ever! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Great property with views of the lake. Perfect location. We couldn't of had a better time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Great house excellent location Bro is the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

We had a great time staying here. The location was absolutely perfect and everything was clean and as listed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Wonderful, fun and great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Everything was perfect. Location is second to none. House is perfect. The owners are great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

This was our third time staying at this property, and it continues to be one of our favorite places in South Haven! We loved the recent updates to the dining table and floors. The home was immaculate, check-in process a breeze, and the kitchen had everything we needed! While we loved having the beach super close, this time we also explored the neighborhood. Just 20-30 steps away down the street, we found the lovely path along the pier to watch the boats and enjoy the sunset. Bunde's Cafe is just down the street in the other direction - we loved the short walk to just grab a coffee in the morning and stroll down the beach. The owners are a dream to work with and have been consistent in their kind and super fast communication! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Very nice house, all amenities needed, location cannot be better. Loved that off main season we were able to book for less than a week, important for families who still want to enjoy, but maybe cannot spend a full week away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022