Title: Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76238400/76238301/b7d91d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76238400/76238301/76a15027.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76238400/76238301/897b7b3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76238400/76238301/ba5aa8a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76238400/76238301/969e0e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming South Haven cottage, where a private fenced-in yard with a hammock invites relaxation. Gather on the patio or by the fire pit and enjoy an outdoor gas grill for al fresco dining. The cozy living room and back TV room offer spaces to unwind. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan Featured Amenties: Private Fenced in yard with Hammock Close to Kids Corner and Downtown Outdoor Gas Grill Fire Pit South Haven south side renting at its best. Just a short walk to Lake Michigan beaches, Kids Corner Park, downtown and so many other local amenities. This  updated cottage features fresh paint and furnishings, reclaimed original hardwood floors, an improved deck and patio area, and much much more. Gather in the living room or the back TV room off the patio. Offering an accessible first floor bedroom with a Queen bed, plus another Queen bedroom upstairs. The kids will love the upstairs bunk room with two sets of Twin bunks. The darling front porch, with its swing, offers the perfect place for some early morning coffee and solitude or gathering to visit after a fun day at the beach where the best vacation days are spent. A generous backyard offers space to hang out. Parking: Street Parking Pets: None Allowed Rental Certificate Number: CBR24-0141 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions. ### Location highlights - In the city center - On a lake ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90210000/90209500/90209404/23084802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage w/Sun Porch - 2 Blocks to Kids Corner & South Beach! 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Violations may lead to eviction/fees. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions. ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: No events. Violations may lead to eviction/fees. 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 fire extinguisher 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 required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 93965 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.39631%2C-86.27711&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rv6RM63cv3D1mAykWlTT1TLHDkU=) South Haven, MI #### What's nearby - South Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - South Haven Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - North Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Michigan Maritime Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.1 km #### Getting around - Bangor Station - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬14 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Clementine's - ‬12 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk - ‪Cafe Julia - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Living in the Present | Private Woodland Retreat Moments from Lake Michigan located? > Located in the heart of South Haven, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. 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