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Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit

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Exterior
Dining
Beach nearby
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit

The Indiana School will be your home-base for family fun. The schoolhouse is 2 blocks from Kids Corner park, 3 blocks from the blue stairs access to South Beach, and 7 blocks from downtown restaurants and shopping. The upper unit has 3 themed bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and sleeps 8 comfortably. The massive great room provides plenty of space for families to spread out and play foosball. The Media Center has space for watching TV and playing games. The large front yard gives your family more time to play in the sun. A propane grill and fire pit with seating is available for your use. There is plenty of parking on the property.

For large families, this unit can be combined with the lower unit for an additional 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, TV room, and another huge great room with pool table. Rent the whole house for a week your family will never forget. See VRBO #858557.

Built in 1898, the Indiana School served as an elementary school until 2005. The schoolhouse underwent extensive remodeling in 2006. Many of the original finishes have been preserved including chalk boards, transom doors, wood paneling, and teacher's closets. Updates, painting, and all new furnishings were done in 2016. New windows, brick restoration, exterior painting, and heating/cooling improvements were made in 2023-24. The Indiana School has been designated as a historical site by the State of Michigan. The schoolhouse is truly a unique home.

Our summer weekly rentals run FRIDAY to FRIDAY. Check-in time is 4:00pm. Check-out time is 10:00am.

PLEASE NOTE there are 3 flights of stairs to access the living space for this unit.

Property manager

Jennifer Wiley

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 33 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Three Blocks From Kids Corner
Three Blocks From South Beach and Kids Corner Property
Three Blocks From South Beach and Kids Corner South Haven

About the neighborhood

Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • South Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 19 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit located?

This family-friendly South Haven vacation home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of South Beach and Lake Michigan. South Haven Center for the Arts and Warner Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.

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Historic Property close to South Beach and downtown - Upper Unit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

guys annual golf trip - this is perfect for us with the main area to hang out and plenty of beds for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Such a great location, within walking distance to town. This is the 3rd time staying and the property is clean and well maintained. Looking forward to next years stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

This was our third stay at the School House and it was just as great as our first. Such a fun and unique place. Great location, always very clean, and room for everyone to have their own space (we had 8 adults and 9 kids and reserved both units).
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Friends and I love staying at the Indiana School and this new stay was terrific. The “School” is always spotless, has well stocked kitchen, comfy chairs & coach, games, off street parking, garage space, etc. Plenty of space for us to gather AND space for solo time. It’s so easy to walk to the beach and quick drive to area orchards and other venues. Access information was clear and check-out tasks were few and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very large open space, tastefully done and near the water.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

By far the best rental available in South Haven/South Beach, with the flexibility to easily handle a variety of family sizes. Great owners that had the home fully stocked and with bonus amenities, easy check in/check out process, and phenomenal communication throughout. Truly the crown jewel of a memorable vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We have stayed here consistently each fall. It's a unique and lovely place to stay. It is large and will suit bigger groups, but still feels very cozy. The owners are very pleasant and the town feels like home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This property is beautiful and great for families! We had a great time shopping and coming back to relax and play games. Plenty of space. Easily walkable to South Haven's main drag. Overall great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

This was our 4th stay at this property & we already scheduled for a 5th next year! It’s perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Our family had a wonderful stay at this amazing property. The schoolhouse was not only unique, it was furnished and decorated beautifully. Our granddaughter absolutely loved the chalkboards and all the games. We also appreciated the big gathering rooms so we could all hang out together. This property also has very nice amenities - everything you’d need to make your stay feel like home. We would definitely book again when staying in South Haven. Location was perfect to the beach or to downtown. Thanks for wonderful memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The accommodations at the Indiana school were perfect. This is our 3rd stay and each trip has been better and better. It was spacious, clean, comfortable with an excellent location. It is within walking distance to the beach and downtown. There is a 2 car garage for our cars and bikes, and a lovely outdoor area with lawn for the kids to play in, a beautiful garden, large outdoor eating area, gas grills and fire pits. I would recommend the Indiana School to everyone and hope we can visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We absolutely loved our week in South Haven and our stay at the school. The unit was clean and so spacious - our kids loved the chalkboards, the foosball table and the bunk beds. Location was fantastic - we loaded up a wagon for the few block walk to the beach, and walked into the cute downtown for dinner and ice cream every night. Bowling on a rainy day and Lake Arvesta water park were fun outings - but we mainly just soaked in the beach and gorgeous sunsets! Owners were helpful with questions ahead of time and so kind and friendly when we happened to meet them on-site. A great week - already planning our return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay at the Indiana School House - lots of room for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were very comfortable. We had a short walk to the blue stairs at Lake Michigan and also a short walk to town. The owner was very responsive to our questions. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

It’s a wonderful property. It’s spacious, well appointed, and our kids loved the foosball table. The owners were also extremely communicative and answered any of our questions quickly. We’d love to return here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful time staying at the Indiana School. The property was so spacious and had everything we needed. It wasn’t far from the beach, downtown and the playground. We could walk to each of these locations and would stay there again. The hosts were very accommodating and quick to respond to our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Our family had a wonderful stay at the School House property this past Memorial Day weekend! There were plenty rooms for our large group. Everything we needed was provided in the home. Walking distance to shops and Beach! Will definitely visit South Haven again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10

We love staying here! there is room for all of us and lots to do inside if by chance it rains outside. The sunsets are amazing!! The shops are fun and the ice cream is AMAZING Jennifer and kirk do all they can to make our stay perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We've stayed here about 5 times over the years. We keep coming back because of the space and layout of the home. Everyone loves it and we are thankful that we have a wonderful space to enjoy our fall tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

The Indiana School was everything I imagined it would be as I read the description while looking for VRBO's. It was so close to everything and in such a beautiful neighborhood. It was more than enough room for our family of 5. Enough lounge around space, lots of seating at the dining room table, plenty of games and things to do if it were to be a rainy day. We walked to the lake everyday, we shopped downtown and took a sunset cruise. And enjoyed Lake Arvesta for family fun! Perfect vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We have stayed in the Schoolhouse several times, but always in the lower unit. This year we had extended family join us and rented both units, which worked out perfectly! The upper unit was just as wonderful as the lower one, and we enjoyed our stay as always. The location is perfect, being able to walk to the beach, the park, and downtown with small children is ideal for our family. The rental is equiped with everything we needed, especially in the kitchen. The Schoolhouse is hands down our favorite rental in South Haven!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Comfortable, clean and nice distance to walk to beach and park. Lots of space for family to hang. Nostalgia of the old school house added to the atmosphere. Would love to stay here again. Just a note, it does involve lots of stairs for this particular unit which was no problem for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We were so glad to find this unique schoolhouse for our Pals weekend! Nicely decorated bedrooms, beds were super comfy, dining and living room are very large with great space to hangout. And a huge master bedroom with king bed and private bath. well appointed and super clean. Chalkboard in every room, very charming! So close to the beaches and shopping. Definitely recommend it and we will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Best VRBO we have ever stayed at. House was spacious and clean and had every amenity you could ask for. The property was an refurbished school house and we loved the historic features that have been preserved. We will be back. So perfect in every way. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

We could not be happier with our stay at the school house! It's a perfect place for adults and kids of all ages. The pictures don't properly show how spacious this unit really is. The great room is HUGE, with a well-stocked kitchen for cooking, and games for having family fun, plus chalkboards everywhere. The bedrooms all have very nice darkening shades, and great firm mattresses. Location wise, it's a short walk to Kid's Corner park (which is amazing), and the beach. It's also a close walk downtown. We would absolutely stay here again in the future. The hosts are great, and so is the unit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

This is a wonderful property. Great space, good location and responsive property managers. It is about a 5 block walk to the South Beach. Very doable. Take note: there are lots of stairs to enter. Good exercise but a little hard for those older. Lots of open space indoors. Outdoors was limited on the property but that was completely ok. The kids and grownups loved the chalkboards throughout the property! Great memories were made here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024