Title: Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach - 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 # Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach Lakefront vacation home in South Haven with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76237900/76237856/18385e7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76237900/76237856/ac723633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76237900/76237856/b979c0fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76237900/76237856/ffad2d9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76240000/76237900/76237856/4d9bfc83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a highly-coveted vacation spot on Van Buren Street, this charming bungalow is just two blocks from South Beach and three blocks to Kids Corner Park. With an open floor plan, a stylish kitchen, and a three-season room perfect for people-watching or curling up with a book after the beach. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach Featured Amenities: Open Floor Plan Two Blocks from South Beach Three Blocks to Kids Corner Park Six Blocks to Downtown South Haven Neighborhood Bluff with Sunset Views This charming bungalow is contemporary, bright, and inviting. A wonderful location on the south side of South Haven - Van Buren Street homes are highly-coveted vacation spots and get scooped up fast!    You will feel right at home in this stylish, sunny bungalow! The fresh, lovely kitchen will lure you into cooking, and the three-season room will be calling you after a day at the beach to curl up with a book and people watch.  Beach access is just two blocks away! Situated on a bluff, this public access is scenic and spectacular! Wonderful views, easy stair access, and located a bit further south down the beach to give you a little more room to spread your beach blanket out! Kid's Corner Park is three bocks away - a great place to picnic under the lush trees while the kids run and play. A mere six-block walk to town - it's a charming stroll through South Haven's beach-home neighborhoods - where vacationers abound and the feel of summer fun and relaxation is palpable!  A shopper's delight awaits with many eclectic boutiques to choose from. Grab a bite to eat at the diverse restaurants South Haven has to offer. Stroll through the bountiful farmer's market on Saturdays. Feeling adventurous? Head over to Water Street and book a fishing excursion! The choices are nearly endless! Wind down in the evenings with a short walk from your cottage to the bluff for the spectacular sunsets, then head home to your private backyard, light the gas lanterns, whip up a cocktail at the patio bar, and fire up the chiminea! Please note: this home has a charcoal grill. Bring your own briquettes! Parking: Two Vehicles in Driveway Pets: None Allowed Beach Access: Two Blocks to South Beach Rental Certificate Number: CBR25-0133 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking allowed at/in our home, no exceptions. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499700/33499638/c4e4461d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to South Beach and Kid's Corner with a Huge Yard South Side - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 123 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=33499638&PinnedHotelID=33499638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45840000/45834100/45834073/7f009b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fun inside or out with game room, fenced yard and 1/2 mile to beach or town. 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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 93935 ## 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%7C42.39896%2C-86.27839&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uCwY6E54MhJslcr56ERt8c_MIH8=) South Haven, MI #### What's nearby - South Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - North Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - South Haven Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Michigan Maritime Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.1 km #### Getting around - Bangor Station - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪South Beach Cafe - ‬9 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Clementine's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk - ‪Cafe Julia - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach located? > Located in South Side, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. Warner Vineyards and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sweet Retreat | Intimate Bungalow with a Cozy Backyard, Near the Beach Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Ken G., Annville, Lebanon, PA. Aug 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice location, and accurate to listing. We like to cook, so small kitchen was a challenge. Very nice accommodations. Small kitchen, and would have been nice to have some sort of hammock on outside patio. I would rent the space again. Thank you ##### Ken G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison C. Jul 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Perfect location - close to both downtown and the beach. Visited with our 3 and 5 year old and it worked perfectly for us. Would choose this house again! ##### Alison C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sarah H., Portland, OR USA Apr 20, 2023 Liked: Communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### First and probably last rental with VRBO Moved to a different property due to roof leaks. Second property not ready for guests. No internet TV, mold in bathtub and ants in bedroom. Water pipe replacement in street prior to arrival meant dug up road and cones everywhere. Had to let water run every time a tap turned on to remove brown water. Property management company were as helpful and communicative as possible however. Despite this it’s certainly put me off ever renting again. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Maribeth B. Aug 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We LOVE South Haven! This was definitely a sweet retreat. Cute cottage for a small family. Location could not be beat! This was our first trip to South Haven and we will for sure be back! ##### Maribeth B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phyllis G., Oberlin, Ohio Jun 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent home with fine location Everything was very clean with many extras -- garage has beach chairs, children's beach toys, grill, fire pit, and a well-equipped kitchen. The South Beach is just 3 1/2 blocks away; 5-6 blocks to downtown; quiet attractive neighborhood. We rented excellent bikes from Rock and Road and had terrific biking on great rail to trail trails readily accessible. ##### Phyllis G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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