South Haven, Michigan
Welcome to Gardenside Cottage! We're so happy you're here. We are centrally located to beaches and entertainment with a hot tub on site.
3 MIN DRIVE: NEWCOME BEACH
5 MIN DRIVE: OAK ST BEACH
5 MIN DRIVE: PACKARD PARK
7 MIN DRIVE: NORTH BEACH
3 MIN DRIVE: KAL HAVEN TRAIL
5 MIN DRIVE: CAPTAIN LOU'S
5 MIN DRIVE: DOWNTOWN
An easy distance to surrounding cities of St. Joseph, Saugatuck, Holland and Grand Rapids.
Your family will have everything they need to make memories that last a lifetime.
In this 3 bedroom cottage you'll find ample sleeping for 7+ with a pac-n-play and roll away bed available. The home stays cool thanks to brand new A/C and furnace and the refinished original pine flooring throughout.
**HOT TUB AVAILABLE FOR YOUR STAY**
An 8-person Passion Spa for your enjoyment is available for your stay. Bi-weekly maintenance is scheduled for every Wednesday.
Updated countertops and paint/decor all in 2022, a fully equipped kitchen, beach towels, beach cart, and outdoor games are all at your disposal.
BEDROOM 1: KING SIZE BED
BEDROOM 2: QUEEN SIZE BED
BEDROOM 3: BUNK BEDS
ADDITIONAL SLEEPING: ROLL-AWAY BED (TWIN), PAC-N-PLAY.
The main bathroom is charming in size, but has everything you'll need: towels, washcloths, toiletries, make-up remover wipes, hair dryer, steamer for clothes, and a first aid kit - plus storage for your own items.
In the open concept living area, you have space for watching movies on the 55" TV with streaming available or room to spread out and read a book. As well as a dining table with seating for those game nights and girls weekends.
Outside you'll find a hammock in the trees and 8 Adirondack chairs around a fire pit, a charcoal grill with utensils for grilling (please supply your own charcoal), bean-bag toss game and 2 acres to explore with a ravine in the back.
We've supplied 8 beach towels, a large beach wagon, cooler with wheels and hot dog roasting sticks for your convenience. We also have a number of outdoor blankets for you.
IN THE KITCHEN:
Dishwasher
Fire Extinguisher
Place settings for 12
Mugs
Cups
Wine glasses
Silverware and serve-ware
Outdoor plates
Acrylic wine glasses
Pots and Pans
Electric stove
Drip coffee maker
French press
Wine-screw
Bottle opener
Microwave
Toaster
Blender
Electric griddle
Electric kettle
Caraffe
Serving dishes
Baking pans and tins
Mixing bowls with lids
Cookie sheets
Handheld mixer
Measuring cups
Cutting boards
Ice bucket
Copper mugs
Knife block with steak knives
General spices
Coffee, tea
Oven mitts
Wooden spoons
Spatulas etc
Towels and washcloths
Tinfoil, cellophane, parchment paper
Relax and Enjoy!
This cottage is registered with Casco Township for Short-Term Renting through March 31, 2024.
You'll have access to the entire home.
Gardenside Cottage is set on 2 acres of private property with a ravine in the back, plenty of parking for you to bring your toys. Short drive to downtown and beaches, centrally located off the beaten path.
The wrap around driveway makes getting in and out very easy. Plenty of parking for you to bring your boat, scooters, bikes, golf cart along with you.
Access is from the side door of the home, keyless entry.
Washer/dryer in basement.
Garbage must be set out at the top of the driveway (roadside) on Monday night every week in order to be picked up early Tuesday morning.
Hot Tub maintenance and lawn-care happens bi-weekly on Wednesdays/Sundays usually without any interruption to you.
Strict no pets policy, thank you for not bringing your pets with you.
We would love to be the place to host your bridal shower, think-tanks, retreats and family reunions however we are not open to hosting all-out parties, or gatherings with more than 25 people. Please respect our neighbors as well as the property itself. You are in charge of all clean-up for your gatherings.
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We checked in late afternoon on a Wednesday. We immediately saw the hot tub was broken - We left a message and was asked to “try some things”. When those didn’t work we were told a tech would come in the morning. The next day it was raining and they said they couldn’t come. Fri morning they finally came, “fixed it”. We left for the day bc it was only at about 80 degrees and we were told it would take few hours to warm up. Came back later that evening and it was already broken again. I reached out to her again through the app once we realized they were not coming back until Sunday and we couldn’t use it at all and she never responded. Other than that things that were disappointing: the outside area was overgrown and had we been able to use the hot tub it’s not very friendly to walk to and from, lots of uneven/broken cement (not in pictures online). Windows had no screens so couldn’t leave open For having a large cleaning fee there was lots that could have been cleaner. We actually tossed the bathroom rug in the washer ourselves bc it was nasty. The shower curtain & liner were both stained. Yellow spots on the curtain and pink and orange mold on the liner. The beds were clean, but one was so hard and the other overly soft, like it needed to be replaced. The couch was warn out & not comfortable Little details like there was no dish cloth just a USED sponge…pros: quiet, heat and AC worked.
The moment I drove up to the cottage I felt instantly relaxed. The outdoor space with lights and decor inside breed the peace you’re looking for when away from home. The cottage was well-stocked with basics and the extra touches throughout felt special. Hot tub was amazing ! Location was wonderful and just a few minute drive to the beach, stores, and hiking trails.
Nice little place close to one of the best little towns in America. Perfect for our quick weekend get away.
The house was very cute and clean. We had a great time exploring.
Great experience! We had the perfect time at this cozy and relaxing place!
This property is exactly as advertised, comfortable and everything we needed for our stay was provided and appreciated. Great location just 5 minutes from town and the Kal Haven trail which we enjoyed every day of our stay. We had a great time!
This property is absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway. The weather was a little cold for a fire, but the setup and hammock looked perfect. We used the hot tub 3 times, and the house was set up so nicely. I especially appreciated the noise machine in each room!
Sisters’ Weekend trip! The cottage was clean and organized, and well stocked for whatever you need. The location is great as it’s close to everything, yet you still have the calm and serenity of the location as well. The hot tub was awesome and the hanging lights outside by the fire pit and Adirondack chairs was a great feature as well. Jodi was very responsive and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again!
This house worked perfectly for me, my husband, our two kids, and my dad. It was stocked with everything we needed and was very comfortable. We used the hot tub the first night, and had a fire in the backyard the second night. Both were lovely. It’s an easy drive into town. We thought the street it was off of might be busy and bothersome, but it wasn’t an issue at all. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend the home to others.
Had a girls weekend and this house made it amazing, the hot tub was clean. The home was comforting
We loved the hot tub and the fire pit. It was also nice that they had toiletries and towels so that we didn’t have to pack much.
We had a great stay in this cute little house! It’s an older house with a homey feel. Looks like many renovations were made to update this space into such a cute home! We enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit and the indoor space was perfect for our family. Location was great, and a close driving distance to everything South Haven had to offer. It was rainy a few days when we were there, and the outdoor space was pretty muddy. My only recommendation would be more gravel in the driveway or a better sidewalk from the drive to the house. Beds were very comfortable but the highway could be noisy at night. We had an issue with the dishwasher and Jodi was quick to respond and ready to help out right away! She was a great host! Overall our time spent in this home was perfect and we would highly recommend!
Very cute cottage for a getaway. Nice and quiet while being close enough to all that South Haven has to offer.
Such a beautiful, warm, cozy and stocked with amenities house. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Good location close to downtown and Kal Haven trail. House is adorable and well appointed. The yard has amazing trees, fire pit and hammock. Was an easy house to stay in with family. Highly recommend!
We only stayed for a night, but the place was perfect! Super clean, really nicely done! The outdoor space was a hit too, nice little spot for a fire . Beds were very comfy, as was the living area. We would definitely book again for a little longer stay.. conveniently located to everything!
This property was super relaxing. I would have be fine staying in all week just enjoying the cozy cottage. We had everything we needed to do so.
Very cozy, clean and had all of the amenities and beyond. We would and will highly recommend this property to others.
Jodi was a great host! The house had all the amenities and extras you could ask for. I wish we would have stayed longer!!
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