Idlewood Cottage, 5BR Home Near Beaches, Year-Round Pool & Hot Tub
About this house rental
Nestled in South Haven, this lovely house for $425 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Idlewood Cottage is a spacious 2400 sf modern home with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and play space in basement. Features comfortable, quality furnishings, fully equipped kitchen, and seasonal outdoor gas grill. Equipped with cable TV, Wi-Fi, DVD player, Smart TVs, central air, and washer/dryer. First floor bedroom suite (no stairs) with attached bath, and four additional bedrooms on second level. Idlewood is the perfect year-round retreat. The space and amenities -Heated indoor-outdoor community pool and hot tub, open year-round (steps from home at end of block) -Second outdoor pool, open Memorial Day to Labor Day (5 to 7-minute walk from home) -Marina with boat rentals (Memorial Day to Labor Day) -Shared firepit, located steps from home -On-site laundry -Desk and monitor for working remotely -High-speed Wi-Fi, 4 televisions and Comcast cable -Boardgames and books -Kid friendly conveniences for use include stroller, pack-n-play, high-chair, and more -Finished basement play space with TV, table hockey and foosball table -Bikes, beach chairs, more -Two outdoor patios with grill and outdoor dining -Parking Sampling of what’s nearby: -Newcome Beach: ½ mile -North Beach (bathrooms, concessions, playground): 1.5 miles -South Beach and splash pad: 2 miles -Plus 3 more nearby beach access points -Downtown South Haven: 1.7 miles -Kids Corner Park: 2 miles -Lake Arvesta: 10-minute drive -Blueberry picking: Two locations within 10-minute drive -Kal-Haven Biking and Walking Trail: 5-minute drive -Michigan Maritime Museum: about 2 miles -Wineries and Breweries: Several options within a 10-mile radius -Michigan Theater: about 2 miles -Rocket Arcade: about 2 miles -Skiing and Tubing: within 40-minute drive -Ice Skating (rink and rentals): downtown South Haven in winter -Saugatuck, MI: 23-minute drive Bedrooms and Bathrooms: -First floor bedroom (main level, no stairs): Queen, en suite bathroom -Main bedroom: King, en suite bathroom, second floor -Bedroom 3: Queen -Bedroom 4: Queen -Bedroom 5: Twin bunk over full bed, plus roll away cot (sleeps up to 4) -Shared hallway bathroom: Sink, tub, shower, toilet
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of South Haven, MI
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
5.0
This place was super cute and in a great area. It was very accommodating for our group. We appreciated how clean it was and the price of it was very reasonable. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
5.0
Can’t say enough good things about this property and the host! House was spacious, beautifully decorated, spotless, great proximity to everything and the host really just thought of everything! Would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!!
5.0
Great property - owners provide pretty much everything you need. Will be really great when the 2nd community pool opens!
5.0
My family and I had a great time here. There was plenty of space for us all. The newly finished basement was a pleasant surprise and the 5 kids loved playing down there. It was a convenient location to downtown and multiple beaches. Everything was thought of in this house...beach toys, spices, shampoo, conditioner, etc.
5.0
Well stocked with everything you need. Easy check in.
Responsive host.
5.0
The house is clean, well decorated, stocked, and the perfect size for our big family. We will be booking again!
5.0
The house is clean, well decorated, stocked, and the perfect size for our big family. We will be booking again!
5.0
Amazing stay! Lori is so accommodating & responsive. The house is immaculately clean & is completely stocked with everything you could need. Love the location & how the house is on the corner near the woods so very quiet as well.
We will for sure be back again next year!
5.0
Fantastic property close to the beach, shopping, and restaurants! Lori was a great host. Check-In and Check-Out were super easy and all of our questions were answered promptly. Highly recommend.
5.0
We loved this home from the moment we stepped inside. Bright, spacious, and pristine. Loads of storage space. House is generously stocked with everything you need--bath products, laundry supplies, cooking oils and spices, tons of towels, kids' books, toys, even night lights throughout. Plentiful beach towels, chairs, toys, and a special beach stroller that works on the sand. Close to all beaches, and a quick drive (or leisurely walk) to the pool. We stayed for 9 days and rotated in various groups of friends and family. Everyone from ages 3.5 to 82 loved this home. The bedroom and full bath on the main floor was wonderful for my mom who struggles with steps. The primary bedroom upstairs is enormous--such a treat! Grandkids loved the toys, books, and bunk room. The owner, Lori, is fantastic. We consider her a friend!
4.0
Owners did a great job of providing the necessities for a multi-day stay including plenty of beach toys for the kids and games and toys as well as a double stroller and wagon for the walk to the beach. House was nicely furnished. Only drawback was it seemed a bit tight for the amount of young children we had (4 under the age of 4), and a finished basement or bigger backyard would have helped. Also, we were a bit surprised by how close the proximity of the neighbors’ houses were to this house.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay here! The property was great and in a perfect location for us. We had one small maintenance inconvenience and the owners worked to resolve it quickly. We were very happy here - thank you Lori for sharing your home!
5.0
We stayed at this property for the second consecutive summer and had a fabulous stay. Our group included two families with small children. This home has every amenity you would want for young families staying at a beach home. The owner even installed detachable spray hoses in the showers to aid in showering children following our review from last summer. I can’t say enough positive things and can’t wait to stay again.
5.0
Very nice and outstanding property. Very comfortable and well furnished. Convenient. Owner was very helpful. I would highly rate this property!
5.0
Excellent vacation destination!
Very nice and outstanding property. Very comfortable and well furnished. Convenient. Owner was very helpful. I would highly rate this property!
5.0
In town for son’s wedding!
Idlewood Cottage was spectacular! We traveled to South Haven from New York State for our son’s wedding. The house was perfect for all involved from a 90 year old Grandmother down to an almost two year old! There was a large supply of beach chairs, beach towels and toys plus everything you would ever need in a rental home. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space for everyone to relax. Lori was a great host and was willing to help in anyway to make our time in South Haven just perfect! South Haven fireworks for July 4th were awesome too!
5.0
Can’t wait to come back!
The house/garage were very well appointed with everything we could need. Cozy furniture and living area. We enjoyed the fire pit each evening and had all the equipment we needed to make breakfast each morning. Beds were comfortable and all the bathroom amenities were an added plus.
5.0
Great vacation rental!!
We absolutely loved our stay in South Haven.
We used to go to Florida but decided to change it up since we have a 6 & 4 year old & 8 month old Grandsons and didn’t want to travel to far. It was perfect! The house was so nice and comfortable. Our basic needs were all there like stroller, pack and play, high chair. Lots of beach items etc. The owner was very prompt in getting back with us. The house was really clean.
If we decide to go back to South Haven this will be the place we want to stay again.
5.0
Great property in SOHA
We were in south haven Michigan for my daughter’s wedding so lots of family including a 4 month old. The house outstanding. Great location wonderful amenities including a pack and play a stroller and a high chair. The host is as wonderful always got back to us quickly prior to the rental and during the rental. I highly recommend this property
5.0
Lori’s house is WONDERFUL. We tend to be pretty critical about places we stay and everything about our stay was perfect.
Location - Loved how close the house was to the beach and to town, you could be anywhere around South Haven within 5 or so min.
Cleanliness - spotless house!! It’s so comfortable in all aspects.
Communication - absolutely wonderful. Lori would respond to my questions leading up to the trip quickly and checked in a few times during our stay to see how things were going.
Amenities - wow - she has EVERYTHING. I spilled my coffee on my sweater and she even had spray and wash! :) The game selection was awesome too. My 10 year old and I became addicted to Uno Attack! :)
If I have the chance to come back to South Haven, I would stay here in a heartbeat!
Thank you for making our first trip ever to Michigan a wonderful time!
5.0
Cleanest Rental Ever!!!
We have been traveling to South Haven for the past 13 years as an extended family vacay (3 year old to 76 year old papa!). HANDS DOWN this was the cleanest home we have ever stayed in!! Not only that, it was furnished with anything and everything you would need!!! My sister in law didn’t need to carry her pack-n-play or child eating seat….it was already furnished. Being it was chilly we didn’t get to use all of the beach stuff but, that was there too. Such a beautiful home and we are so thankful we didn’t have to cancel this year due to the increasing prices of South Haven…she was very fair on pricing!! We will be back. 😉💗
5.0
Very nice, clean house. Kid friendly. Easy to check in. Lots of things provided which made our packing and stay super easy. Super quick reply from host with any questions I had.
5.0
Very nice and clean!
Very nice, clean house. Kid friendly. Easy to check in. Lots of things provided which made our packing and stay super easy. Super quick reply from host with any questions I had.
5.0
Fantastic visit to South Haven
Lori’s house is WONDERFUL. We tend to be pretty critical about places we stay and everything about our stay was perfect.
Location - Loved how close the house was to the beach and to town, you could be anywhere around South Haven within 5 or so min.
Cleanliness - spotless house!! It’s so comfortable in all aspects.
Communication - absolutely wonderful. Lori would respond to my questions leading up to the trip quickly and checked in a few times during our stay to see how things were going.
Amenities - wow - she has EVERYTHING. I spilled my coffee on my sweater and she even had spray and wash! :) The game selection was awesome too. My 10 year old and I became addicted to Uno Attack! :)
If I have the chance to come back to South Haven, I would stay here in a heartbeat!
Thank you for making our first trip ever to Michigan a wonderful time!
5.0
The house is perfect and very clean! Great location close to the beach.
5.0
IF Gathering 2022
The house is perfect and very clean! Great location close to the beach.
5.0
A true gem of a place
What a wonderful cottage to take a break from life in. Clean, well decorated and equipped, spacious, and a short walk from Lake Michigan are my favorite highlights. The owner is lovely also. Highly recommend.
5.0
I had an amazing stay. The place was very clean and stocked with plenty of nice amenities. There was plenty of space for my family/friends. The check in and out process was very easy. Overall the place was very nice and I would stay again.
5.0
5 stars
I had an amazing stay. The place was very clean and stocked with plenty of nice amenities. There was plenty of space for my family/friends. The check in and out process was very easy. Overall the place was very nice and I would stay again.
5.0
Will definitely stay here again if I visit Michigan. Everything about our stay here was amazing! Comfortable and the owners are very welcoming. I Definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting South Haven 😊
5.0
Wonderful Stay !
Will definitely stay here again if I visit Michigan. Everything about our stay here was amazing! Comfortable and the owners are very welcoming. I Definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting South Haven 😊
5.0
Perfect Family Friendly Stay
This was our first time ever staying in a house vs a hotel. Thanks to the amazing accommodations and amenities our trip to South Haven was amazing! I could not recommend this home more!!!! 10/10
5.0
Lovely Home
This house was amazing. Very clean and spacious. Had everything we needed. Owner was very communicative and provided recommendations of things to do. Would definitely visit South Haven again and stay at Idlewood Cottage.
5.0
We visited with children (age 2 and 4) as well and grandparents (late 70-early 80s). They all enjoyed the house. The neighborhood and local marina was the source of safe afternoon walks to look at the boats. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking and grilling, which we did every night. About a 10 minute walk (slow walkers) to a small public beach which we went to every evening after dinner. The benefit was the beach was relatively secluded and we basically had it to ourselves. About a 10 minute drive (or less) from South Beach and Downtown area. Our kids loved the toys, games, and bunk beds. We were very happy with our stay.
5.0
What a wonderful place to stay! Absolutely loved it and would recommend for any group. House was lovely and nicely stocked with everything you might need. Beautiful area.
5.0
Beach Jaunt with Toddler, Preschooler, and Grandparents.
We visited with children (age 2 and 4) as well and grandparents (late 70-early 80s). They all enjoyed the house. The neighborhood and local marina was the source of safe afternoon walks to look at the boats. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking and grilling, which we did every night. About a 10 minute walk (slow walkers) to a small public beach which we went to every evening after dinner. The benefit was the beach was relatively secluded and we basically had it to ourselves. About a 10 minute drive (or less) from South Beach and Downtown area. Our kids loved the toys, games, and bunk beds. We were very happy with our stay.
5.0
Idlewood property
What a wonderful place to stay! Absolutely loved it and would recommend for any group. House was lovely and nicely stocked with everything you might need. Beautiful area.
5.0
The home was beautiful and just as described. Perfect size for 3 couples and 7 year old. Our granddaughter was excited about the pool toys and games provided. Close to town and beach. We loved everything about it! Thank you Lori!
5.0
Great get away with family
The home was beautiful and just as described. Perfect size for 3 couples and 7 year old. Our granddaughter was excited about the pool toys and games provided. Close to town and beach. We loved everything about it! Thank you Lori!
5.0
We had a fabulous stay at Idlewood Cottage! The house was beautifully decorated, Immaculately clean, and very well-stocked. Quick drive to local beach, restaurants, and shops.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in South Haven?
The average price for a rental in South Haven is $375 per night. This rental is $50 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Idlewood Cottage, 5BR Home Near Beaches, Year-Round Pool & Hot Tub. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Idlewood Cottage, 5BR Home Near Beaches, Year-Round Pool & Hot Tub. Enjoy the water!
Is Idlewood Cottage, 5BR Home Near Beaches, Year-Round Pool & Hot Tub pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Idlewood Cottage, 5BR Home Near Beaches, Year-Round Pool & Hot Tub?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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