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Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven!

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10371 sq m

Popular amenities

  • 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.

Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven!

Summersgate is a gated family community that celebrates the outdoors with a private beach, kayak launch and amazing views of Lake Michigan in a tranquil setting.

Your home offers many amenities to celebrate the outdoors from a private pool, two rooftop decks, screened in porch and large fire pit all overlooking Lake Michigan. Your walk to the beach is 75 feet outside the gate to sunbathe or paddle board. Memories are waiting to be made daily viewing lake Michigan sunsets from the huge firepit with family and friends.

The home is well equipped with a chefs kitchen overlooking the dining room and screened in wrap around porch overlooking Lake Michigan. Five bedrooms, with one suite on the first and second floor.
Highly maintained with quality furnishings throughout. We are constantly upgrading the home and have added an old school gaming center in the basement that has a brunswick pool table, shuffle board table and ping pong! There is also a trundle bed in the basement as our guests have told us that kids like to hang and do slumber parties down there!

Summersgate reviews talk often how this is a unique place, a quiet respite from the real world with the focus on relaxing, enjoying the lakefront lifestyle and creating special memories. We couldn’t agree more and we look forward to hosting your family in 2023.

Property manager

Jason Pietrucha

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only - no exceptions.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,993 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We will consider this but there is a pet fee.

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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ultimate Lakefront Retreat in South Haven! Cottage South Haven
Ultimate Lakefront Retreat in South Haven! Cottage
Ultimate Lakefront Retreat in South Haven! South Haven
Ultimate Lakefront Retreat in South Haven!
Ultimate Lakefront Retreat With Kayak Launch in South Haven!

About the neighborhood

Map
South Haven, MI

What's nearby

  • Pilgrim Haven Natural Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Van Buren State Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • South Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kal Haven Trail - 10 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Haven cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pilgrim Haven Natural Area and Lake Michigan. Porter Legacy Dunes and North Point Conservation Area are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Ultimate Lakefront Retreat with Private beach and Kayak Launch in South Haven! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with all the amenities

Everything was perfect for our family get away. Beautiful, well equipped kitchen! Extremely clean house, amazing pool and the views of Lake Michigan were spectacular. A true gem ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week, great house

My bothers and neices and my daughters gathered for a fabulous week at the lake. The house is lovely, the pool is amazing, the availability of the owner was remarkable. Five stars for a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B., Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house and location!

This house is great. So well stocked and just a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the pool, lake and the cute town of South Haven. Jason is an amazing and communicative host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property

Very smooth rental experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake living

Beautiful house, beautiful inground pool overlooking the lake,short ride to the trail. Short ride to Southhaven and we had a wonderful relaxing time. We wish we would’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“THE” view

Absolutely ideal setting and view of the lake! The house was clean, comfortable, and very well stocked. Only complaint is ice maker was broken. The house, setting, location all spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

70th Birthday

We celebrated my mother in laws 70th birthday in South Haven and this house did not disappoint. Even better than advertised?
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

This was the third time our family stayed at this amazing property. The house is spacious/lovely/comfortable. The screened in porch, heated poo!, views of lake/sunsets--all amazing! Owner and house greeter are highly responsive and accommodating. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and location!

We enjoyed an amazing stay in this lovely home! The location is perfect in a quiet cul-de-sac and lovely lake views, while still being convenient to South Haven. The private heated pool was amazing. The house was well-stocked with everything that we needed in the kitchen, bath, and bedrooms. Communication before the stay was outstanding, and Jason was responsive when questions arose during the stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Sterling Heights, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time at the Lake!!

We had a wonderful yearly family vacation at Jason's beautiful home! The setting was gorgeous and the house very welcoming and comfortable. Listing states there are 2 king beds but there is only 1. Usually not a problem, but our Son-in-law is VERY tall and would have been more comfortable in a King bed. The house was very well stocked with paper towels, kleenex, toilet paper, etc. We LOVED the fire pit!! We are already booked for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary T., greensboro, ga

great family vacation!

Our group was 6 adults and 2 kids aged 6 and 3. The house was the perfect size for us, with plenty of room to be together and play games and eat, but also enough separation to get our naps in. The pool was just the right size for the little ones. As mentioned in the description, the beach was fun for a bonfire and skipping rocks but it is not much for just hanging out. We had fun outings into South Haven -- kayaking on the river, biking on the Kal Haven trail and visiting the Maritime Museum. Jason is a very gracious and responsive host. Thanks for a fun week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karen N., Canfield, Ohio

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summersgate Style

Our property In Michigan was just perfect for a family vacation. The home was lovely and spacious and all we had to do was unpack and start our adventure. We cooked many meals in the well stocked kitchen and spent our days in the heated pool and at night watching the beautiful sunsets down by the beach or at the awesome fire pit.. South Haven is a beautiful town to explore and we took advantage of all that it had to offer. This home provided us the chance to reconnect with family who are spaced many miles apart. Josh and his team should be proud of the peace and serenity that this lovely home provided us.. A satisfied guest and a five star rating Karen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

gasjoliet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional “Home away from Home”

Summersgate was a big hit for our family vacation! The home was comfortable and offered spacious living areas. The main bedroom was the perfect retreat for busy parents to unwind. The bunk room was ideal for the young kids to “camp” and made bedtime fun. The kitchen was a hub of activity as we cooked many meals & grilled outside. The heated pool was used everyday by all of us. The fenced deck area surrounding the pool was perfect to corral the kids and family dog. We really enjoyed the short walk to the beach, where the kids played in the clean sand. We used the fire pit to roast marshmallows & watch gorgeous sunsets over Lake Michigan. The neighborhood is quaint & quiet. The green space out front and long road to the gate made dog walks enjoyable. We went into town twice to shop & dine. The South Haven Air Show was a fun event to attend. Saugatuck Dune Rides was a fun, educational activity. We plan to return to Summersgate next summer for more fun & relaxation.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakefront Michigan vacation

BEST VRBO experience ouf of 25+ planned trips! Jason, the owner, was SPOT-ON with information and communication. The pre-arrival information was so helpful and made the vacation that much more enjoyable. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by Melissa who gave us a tour of the beautiful (super clean) home and also gave us the "411" on how everything works--trash pickup, heated outdoor pool set-up....she also had a freshly baked Crane cherry pie--SO Michigan and SO delicious! The 4,000+ sq ft home is perfect with Lake Michigan at your fingertips---it's such a beautiful setting. Additionally, there is an abundance of extras---TP, PT, laundry soap, dryer sheets, garbage bags--it's exactly like your home--SO nice and THOUGHTFUL! IF you are looking for an insanely clean home, beautiful lakefront home in South Haven WITH many bedrooms, bathrooms AND a HEATED pool, firepit/chairs and a beach---5 stars rating---it's HERE!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular stay at Summersgate!

We stayed at this wonderful property for ten days with our adult children and their infants. The property setting is very beautiful. It is located on a private and gated tree lined street on top of a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. The home was very clean and stocked with anything you could possibly need during our stay. Jason our host communicated with us about our stay ahead of time and even sent suggestions for great places to eat, buying delicious groceries and activities in the area. We were met by Melissa who showed us the entire house and gave personal instructions on using the pool, and all aspects of the house. The personal attention to detail was amazing! We loved the home so much we often did not want to leave. We walked the neighborhood every morning, went swimming in the pool, and ended every night with a camp fire in the beautiful firepit area overlooking the gorgeous sunsets. South Haven is a great town with a family friendly atmosphere. Good restaurants, beaches and a splash park for children near the pier and boat marina. We highly recommend this home to rent for your next vacation. Our entire family loved every minute of our amazing stay. Thank you Jason for sharing your fabulous home!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Relaxing Spot!

It was our second time staying at this gorgeous place! Our family stayed "home" a lot--cooking/grilling all meals, walking the beach, enjoying the heated pool, playing ping pong, making s'mores at the fire pit, oohing and ahhhing at the sunsets, etc. We also went to the great farmers' market in Holland and shopped there and in South Haven . We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt G., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stop scrolling, this is the one!

The perfect rental property in SW Michigan. Access to the beach, amazing pool, and a beautiful home. This rental checks every single box!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwight D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is the second time we rented here and both stays have proven to be a great place for three

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake Front Estate

Our family had a wonderful time at this gorgeous lake front property. The sunset views are nothing short of magnificent. Our kids absolutely loved the pool and spent hours making memories. The house was comfortable and spacious with room to spread out and enjoy different activities. Jason was quick to respond with answers to any questions we had. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your wonderful Lake Michigan home!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Great location and set up for a family vacation, we enjoyed the pool, beach access, fire pit and hanging on the screened in porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Play to Relax and Enjoy!

Our family had a wonderful getaway at this beautiful, lakefront property. Amenities were wonderful, and the owner did a great job of communicating and staying in touch. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect vacation home...

Such a fabulous waterfront home! Jason & his family have thought through and enhanced so many details of this beautiful home. It has everything you could want during your vacation stay including a charming full wrap around porch with porch swing & hammock (including a screened in area for lounging despite weather conditions), a heated pool with an automated cover that opens & closes at the touch of a button, two upper balconies for taking in the spectacular lake views, a firepit surrounded by adirondeck chairs, and a walkway steps away from the pool & firepit leading to the sandy beach area & kayak launch access.....And that's just the outside of this amazing home! Inside you will find all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay including a well appointed kitchen, laundry facilities, spacious & comfortable bedrooms, baths & closets with all the linens & towels you would require for your visit. Additionally, there is a living area/entertainment area with a balcony and kitchenette off of one of the bedrooms equipped with comfy swivel club chairs & spectacular views of Lake Michigan. The gated neighborhood is also very quiet & perfect for morning or evening walks. Jason is more than gracious, helpful and accessible during & before your visit should you have questions or issues with the home or should you need suggestions for places to go nearby to dine, etc. I can't say enough about his hospitality! You will not regret spending time at this lovely home, the only difficult part is leaving ;)
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021