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The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand!

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Beach nearby, beach towels
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 884 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
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  • Dryer
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  • Fireplace
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  • Washer
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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MI, South Haven
  • Popular LocationNorth Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouth Haven Center for the Arts18 min walk
  • Popular LocationKal Haven Trail4 min drive
  • AirportKalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)51 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand!

4 Bedrooms, Spectacular Spa Bathroom

Just a 15 second stroll to South Haven's famous, white-powder sand North Beach! Outstanding location with all the amenities to make your stay comfortable, relaxing, and special - Central Air-Conditioning, Premium Bedding, Wifi, Cable TV (five screens), Surround Sound System, Fridge with Ice-maker, Dishwasher and more.
South Haven has always been a magical place to our family - somewhere that we gather to make memories and let the world drift by for a bit. We want our guests to love it every bit as much as we do.

Our cottage-home sleeps up to Eight (8) people in Four (4) bedrooms. All of our mattresses were custom-made by King Koil, integrating a cooling gel layer over several comfort layers and one of their finest innerspring systems. We provide bed linens, bath towels, and beach towels, all of which we regularly replace. You'll also find some cookies, hot cocoa and tea for your enjoyment.

We recently made many updates to make your stay more pleasant, including:
• New 49" 4K TV in the Great Room with a Dolby Atmos 5.2.1 Surround Sound System
• 32" TV in Kids Room for Video Gaming with Cable (Comcast)
• TV's in the other three Bedrooms with Cable (Comcast)
• New granite countertops in the kitchen
• New Kitchen Flooring
• New Water Softener

Explore the many reasons to stay at our beautiful cottage in South Haven, Michigan. It's more than the Blueberry Festival or picture-perfect sunsets, more than the best ice cream or the art shows — it's a safe-haven from the rest of the world where time slows down as boats glide past on the Black River, a place where good friends meet for wine tasting and to talk late into the night. It's a place to relax, recharge, and enjoy living for a while! Welcome.

Poplars Cottage is ideally located just off the main beach road, Lake Shore Drive, literally seconds from one of the finest white-powder sand beaches in the U.S. Throughout the summer, the City of South Haven combs the beach of debris to keep it looking pristine. The sun, setting as it does over the lake, often brings with a spectacular color palette that truly must be seen to be believed.

Set amidst this idyllic locale, Poplars Cottage features:
A Great Room - A comfortable sectional makes for ideal lounging conditions to read a book, chat with family and friends, or watch some serious television on the 4K LCD with full Dolby Atmos Surround Sound. Use of our Netflix subscription is complimentary, along with standard Comcast Cable. Or if you're in the mood for some music, an Amazon echo connects to the system with full Amazon Music privileges.

Four Bedrooms
• Three bedrooms have Queen Beds
• One bedroom has a Bunk Bed with a Full and a Twin mattress
All the beds were replaced in 2017 with custom King Koil™ luxury mattresses.

2 Full Bathrooms. 1. Totally Renovated Bathroom, featuring Spa-Style Shower (wall/hand-held, rain can, and body spray) and a heated floor. The six-function spa shower has (a) multi-setting wall / hand-held shower combo; (b) overhead rain-can shower; and, (c) four body sprays; plus combinations of any two. A sheet of natural onyx is inset within the shower wall, behind shelves for shampoo and soap. Besides having tremendous natural beauty, Onyx is remarkably translucent. We've added a customizable color backlight behind the onyx and a wall-mounted control panel over the sink. To add to your shower experience, turn on the onyx backlighting and watch as it continually changes colors and hues. Of course, no shower would be relaxing if you were to run out of hot water, so we've installed a high-capacity, industrial-style tankless hot water heater for unlimited hot water.
The 2nd bathroom is ensuite, with tub/shower combination. This thoughtfully designed bathroom creates an oasis for convenience and privacy.

Other Features:
• Full kitchen with dishwasher, fridge with ice maker, waffle maker, blender, and coffee maker.
• Central A/C and Heat with a supplementary system for the great room.
• Full Washer & Dryer
• High-speed Internet via Wifi
• Standard Comcast Cable

Outdoor shower with hot/cold water for rinsing sand off from the beach.

Built sometime around 1920, the Poplars Cottage has been in our family for four generations.

For over 100 years visitors have been vacationing in the beach cottages of South Haven. The Poplars Cottage continues this great tradition by providing an exciting beach house experience for our guests.

Come, sample the essence of South Haven: it’s History, Flavor, Watercolor Sunsets and So Much More!

Covid-19: All common surfaces in our cottage are being wiped down between stays with anti-viral / germicidal products. Guests are asked to inform us if any exhibit any symptoms of illness during or proximate to the time of their stay. Your safety, as our guests, is of the utmost importance.

Property manager

Debbie Masterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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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

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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cottage is near the beach. South Haven Lighthouse and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Michigan Maritime Museum and The Fun Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • North Beach - 1 min walk
  • Michigan Maritime Museum - 11 min walk
  • South Haven Center for the Arts - 18 min walk
  • Kal Haven Trail - 4 min drive
  • South Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Station - 20 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clementines - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Poplars. 15 Steps & Your Toes Are In The Sand! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of North Beach and Lake Michigan. Michigan Maritime Museum and Warner Vineyards are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 74 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary H., Mishawaka IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Weekend
Love the new bathroom. Excellent weather and great accommodations at this great cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

kenny l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great cottage and a few steps from the beach and convenient to everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

phi; m.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the stay. You could not beat the location!
We enjoy the stay. You could not beat the location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay. Just some suggestions.
A few suggestions: handrails are needed in the showers, & the back storm door closes too hard often trapping body parts ( we have bruises to prove it). TV usage was quite challenging. If your neighbors in back would trim the bush at the corner down to fence level, you would have a fantastic view of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit!
We loved this property - it is exactly as advertised. Full kitchen, which is nice, and plenty of beach towels. The bedding was nice, we all slept well. My son wanted to take the shower home. It is just a little tricky to find - be sure to follow the directions carefully and go all the way around the hairpin turn. We would stay again - great access to beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach vacation
It was our 1st visit to South Haven. We loved it! Cottage was perfect with the best location. Beach, shopping, biking chartered fishing. Exceeded our expections!!!We hope to visit again👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary H., Mishawaka IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Cottage!
Had a great time at this comfortable and clean cottage. The beach was huge with soft white sand. Parking was close and easy. Set in a beautiful, quite community. The sunsets are gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location
Only steps from the beach! We loved the back porch, from which you could hear the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D., Beverly Hills, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
This cottage was perfect for our family of four! The location cannot be beat as you are literally just steps away from North Beach. The kitchen and bathroom have been nicely updated, and there was plenty of bedroom space for all. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing beach vacation in South Haven.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi P., Logansport IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation!!
We loved our stay at the Poplars! Literally every part of our stay was perfect! The pictures don’t do this property justice. We were so pleasantly surprised when we arrived. The property managers couldn’t have made the arriving process any easier. Right away we received a text. We didn’t need a thing, but they were just a text away if we did. They also left popcorn and a bottle of wine for us! The Poplars is so, so close to the beach! We just truly couldn’t have been happier with our stay! We will definitely be staying here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022