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Backyard with two fire pits. One gas and one wood burning
3 season room off back of house
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View from the front of the cottage
Entrance to private beach
View to the south of the entrance road on the Private beach
View to the north on the private beach.
Sunset at the private beach
Daily visits from the wildlife
Downtown South Haven lighthouse
Downtown South Haven sunset and sailboat
Sunset from the neighborhood lookout over the lake!
Sunset from the neighborhood lookout over Lake Michigan!
Gearing up for fall in South Haven!

South Haven/Saugatuck-Walkto Private Lake MI Beach - South Haven

5 guests
2 bedrooms
1 bathrooms
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About this place

Welcome to Glenn Haven! Your perfect Lake Michigan getaway! Steps from our private Lake Michigan beach, head to South Haven or Saugatuck for dinner!

Escape to Glenn Haven — a cozy, well stocked 2-bedroom cottage tucked into the lakefront community of Glenn Shores, just a short walk to private Lake Michigan beach access and unforgettable sunsets.

Wake up to lake breezes, sip your morning coffee on the screened-in porch, and end the day around the fire pit after a sunset walk along Lake Michigan. Glenn Haven is designed for relaxing, whether you’re lounging inside, grilling dinner, or heading to the beach with chairs and towels provided.

The space
Glenn Haven is a charming open-concept cottage comfortably sleeping up to 5 guests and includes:
~King bedroom
~Queen bedroom
~Queen pull-out sofa in the living area.

The fully equipped kitchen makes meals easy, and we’ve stocked the essentials so you can pack light — including linens, bath towels, beach towels & chairs, shampoo/body wash, conditioner, and both drip & Keurig coffee.

Enjoy Michigan summer nights with:
~Watch nature when relaxing on the screened-in patio
~Gas grill for easy meals
~Gas fire and wood-burning fire pits
~Short walk to private association beach access

Prefer public beaches? You’re within 10 miles of 14 public Lake Michigan access points.

Perfectly positioned between South Haven and Saugatuck, Glenn Haven offers privacy and a secluded feel while keeping you close to shopping, dining, and day trips.

~12 minutes to downtown South Haven, 8 miles to Meijer, Walmart, Aldi
~15 Minutes to Saugatuck
~22 Minutes to Hope Collage
~25 Minutes to Holland
~43 Minutes to Grand Rapids
~1 Hour to Kalamazoo
2 Hours from Chicago
~Less than 3hours to Traverse City and Detroit

Please review our house rules before booking. We are limited to a total of 5 registered guests at any time (this includes children and adults) due to the size of the cottage (and with 5, this does estimate someone sleeping on the pull out couch).

We are unable to accommodate pets of any kind, smoking, and parties/gatherings.

We welcome babies and small children but we are not baby/childproofed so be sure to pack those essentials! (Pack and play provided).

Our cottage is strictly pet free due to family member with severe pet allergies so we are unable to host pets of any kind, including service animals. If we can help you find pet friendly accommodations in our area please let us know.

If you have any additional questions please shoot us a note! We are happy to accommodate when we are able.

Guest access
Doors use a timed key code to enter

Other things to note
RENTAL RULES
Please respect our home and our neighbors. Review these with all the occupants. You will be asked to agree upon booking and before door codes are sent.

1. Smoking is NOT allowed
2. MAXIMUM of 5 registered guests at all times (this Includes adults and children)
3. Code-enforced neighborhood QUIET HOURS are from 10:00p.m. – 8:00a.m.
4. Pets are NOT allowed. We cannot host animals of any type due to severe health issues of a family member. If you have a service animal or ESA we are unable to accommodate your stay.
5. Parking: Parking is limited to 2 vehicle(s), and only in driveway. Parking on the road or grass is not permitted.
6. Person booking reservation must also be staying. (Airbnb policy does not allow 3rd party booking).
7. We have a septic system and while effective, it will clog if improper material is flushed. Guests are responsible for damage due to anything other than toilet paper being flushed.

Failure to adhere to these rules may result in immediate cancellation of your reservation without a refund. If you’re unwilling or unable to follow these guidelines, our cottage may not be the right fit for you.

We do not permit gatherings or Experiences of any kind at this property. Guests attempting to bring a third-party service without our written approval will have their reservation cancelled with no refund.

Sleeping configuration

Primary Bedroom

1 king bed

Second Bedroom

1 queen bed

Living Room Sofa Sleeper

1 queen bed

What this place offers

53 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Private Garden
Fire Pit
High Speed Internet
Smart TV
Security Cameras
TV
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Nearby activities

15 Activities
Scuba diving or snorkeling
Fishing Charters
Surfing
Kitesurf

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

Child friendly

Home is not child-proofed, and guest are responsible for any accidents or damage caused by children
  • Crib/Pack 'n Play

No events allowed

No events, occupancy rules are strictly enforced with registered guests only.

No smoking allowed

No smoking (of any type)

Parking Included

Yes, two cars only in driveway. Parking on grass or road will be towed at owners expense.

Wheelchair Accessible

Zero step entry into front and back doors

Meet the Host

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Ashley

Owner

English
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
within an hour
Member Since
January 2026

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Location

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
11AM
Standard
Max Guests
5 People
Including infants
Min Age
25
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Pets • Smoking • Parties
Security Deposit
500
Refundable

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