Sun Haven

Cheery Cottage | Within Walking Distance to Downtown & South Beach!

  9 guests
  3 bedrooms
  2 full bathrooms
  1500 sq. ft.

Instant Quote

Property Features

Sleeping Arrangement

 
Main Level Primary Bedroom
1 Queen
 
Main Level Guest Bedroom
1 Pyramid Bunk
 
Upper Level Guest Bedroom
1 Queen
 
Common Space
1 Sofa Bed

Description

Featured Amenities:
  • Fenced-in Yard for play and privacy
  • Gas Grill perfect for summer cookouts on the patio
  • Fire Pit to roast marshmellows and share stories
  • 4 blocks away from the famous South Beach
  • A 5 minute's walk to Downtown South Haven's shops, local eateries, and activities
  • A short stroll to our local Kids Corner Park for family fun
Welcome to Sun Haven! This cheerful canary-yellow cottage tucked in one of South Haven’s most walkable, family-friendly neighborhoods. With a sunny exterior and warm, inviting interior, Sun Haven at 225 Van Buren Street offers the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern upgrades that is designed for easy living, restful nights, and memory-making days!
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully updated home with fresh furnishings, refinished hardwood floors, and classic cottage touches like arched doorways, warm wood trim, and vintage light fixtures. The moment you arrive, Sun Haven feels like home - comfortable, quiet, and perfectly positioned for your South Haven adventure.

The layout is perfect for small families or groups of friends, with a spacious living room and sitting area, a bright dining space ideal for shared meals or game nights, and a fully equipped kitchen updated with new counters and modern utilities. Two main-floor bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a twin-over-full bunk, sit near a full bathroom, while the upper level provides a more private retreat with a queen bedroom, full bath, and just the right amount of separation for a quiet night’s rest.

Start your day on the front porch, rocking gently with your morning coffee as the neighborhood slowly stirs. Wave to dog walkers and cyclists headed for the Kal-Haven Trail just minutes away. Early risers can stroll the pier at sunrise, while families can spend the day basking in the sand, swimming in Lake Michigan, or renting paddleboards near the shore. A few blocks further leads to Kids Corner Park, a local gem with an expansive playground and gorgeous bluff-top lake views that are perfect for picnic lunches or letting little ones run free.

After a day exploring, return to Sun Haven’s fenced backyard and shaded patio, where outdoor dining and relaxing come naturally. Fire up the gas grill for an easy summer cookout or gather around the fire pit as dusk settles in, toasting marshmallows, swapping stories, and enjoying the calm hum of a South Haven summer night. Inside, the home stays cool and comfortable thanks to new central air, while updated appliances and a thoughtful layout make day-to-day living refreshingly simple.

This location is a central hub to most downtown destinations. Another short stroll brings you to downtown South Haven, where you can browse the weekly farmers market, explore local boutiques, and sample everything from homemade ice cream at Kilwin’s to handmade pizzas at Venezia’s. Stop into a tasting room or enjoy a cocktail on the riverfront at Admiral Jack’s, then catch live music at the marina during the summer at Riverfront Park or hop on a sunset cruise departing from the harbor.


From sunrise walks to starlit fires, Sun Haven captures everything that’s special about South Haven. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a quiet week by the lake, or a friends’ retreat, this sunny slice of the lakeshore is the perfect place to unwind, reconnect, and make lasting memories.
 
Parking: Driveway parking for up to 3 Vehicles. There is no garage access.
Pets: Pets are not allowed at this property.
Beach Access: South Beach access is only 3 blocks away
Rental Certificate Number: CBR25-0157

Map

Calendar



Aug - 2025
S M T W T F S
          1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31
Sep - 2025
S M T W T F S
  1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30
Oct - 2025
S M T W T F S
      1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31
Nov - 2025
S M T W T F S
            1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30
Dec - 2025
S M T W T F S
  1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 31
Jan - 2026
S M T W T F S
        1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Feb - 2026
S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Mar - 2026
S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31
     Available
     Unavailable
     Check-in
     Check-out

Reviews

Write a Review
Waterford, US
Reviewed: Jan 29, 2025
Property Manager
Property
Overall nice house (June 2024)
Clarkston, US
Reviewed: Jan 29, 2025
Property Manager
Property
great location. Near the beach and restaurants and shopping (May 2024)
Reviewed: Sep 26, 2024
Property Manager
Property
Top notch stay at Sun Haven!
Corydon, US
Reviewed: Jun 7, 2024
Property Manager
All team members are very helpful and friendly.
Property
Sun Haven is the best we've seen since coming to South Haven. Will be back for sure.
Arlington Heights, US
Reviewed: Aug 17, 2023
Property Manager
Friendly and very helpful. Cleaning crew were amazing as our cR wouldn't start and they were able to give us a jump start and it worked.
Property
Great stay!
Saint Charles, US
Reviewed: Jul 8, 2023
Property Manager
Property
columbia station, US
Reviewed: Jun 19, 2023
Property Manager
There were numerous conversations with Dawn who was extremely helpful and very friendly. I was never felt rushed on the phone and my questions were answered promptly.
Property
Elmhurst, US
Reviewed: May 30, 2023
Property Manager
Property
Plainfield, US
Reviewed: Aug 1, 2022
Property Manager
I only spoke to someone once and she was very helpful.
Property
From start to finish my experience with shore vacation rentals was excellent! I will definitely rent with them again! Thank You!
Louisville, US
Reviewed: Sep 25, 2021
Property Manager
The team is great to work with. So very friendly and helpful and considerate.
Property
Very comfortable and well maintained.
Kalamazoo, US
Reviewed: Aug 15, 2021
Property Manager
Property
Ballwin, US
Reviewed: Jul 26, 2021
Property Manager
Property
Carmel, US
Reviewed: Jul 12, 2021
Property Manager
Property
A really lovely authentic bungalow located perfectly for trips to the beach and downtown.
Libertyville, US
Reviewed: Sep 11, 2020
Property Manager
Property
SAINT LOUIS, US
Reviewed: Sep 2, 2020
Property Manager
Property
Chicago, US
Reviewed: Aug 15, 2020
Property Manager
Property
Sun Haven was idea for our family of 5 adult and 2 young children. Washer, dryer and dishwasher were a must and were used.
Kirkwood, US
Reviewed: Jul 31, 2020
Property Manager
Flawless
Property
Had a great time. Thanks for making it easy.
Chicago, US
Reviewed: Sep 7, 2019
Property Manager
Property
Houghton Lake, US
Reviewed: Aug 16, 2019
Property Manager
Personable and meeting our needs
Property
We had a fantastic time and will book again

Similar Properties