South Haven Area

South Haven's premier property, long a haven for urbanites seeking refuge from the bustle of city life, offers the welcoming sands of the "third coast" and now caters to the ideal that you really can have it all.

South Haven has been transformed from a seasonal retreat into an irresistible place that over 5,000 friendly faces call home. Its economy thrives as year-round residents tend to local businesses or quickly commute to a nearby major metro.

A quality of life so blissful it exceeds your wildest imagination, South Haven, Michigan is where you live, work, play and relax!

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Ensuring your family's well being is essential in deciding where you call home. A network of quality schools services The Preserve at Woodland Harbor from North Shore Elementary and Maple Grove Elementary, to Baseline Middle School and L.C. Mohr High School, visit www.shps.org for more information.

Hungry? South Haven offers many dining options to satisfy your palate every day of the week, from a candlelight dinner for two to a table of family fun. You can also bring home something delicious from one of the gourmet food stores or local farmer's markets. The moderating effect of Lake Michigan and its fertile soil bears a bounty of fresh produce including luscious apples, blueberries, cherries, and the local pride, the Haven Peach. Not to mention over 10,000 acres of grapevines which cover the landscape, inviting the wine aficionado and novices alike to partake in tasting events at the local wineries or to join in the Wine Trail Tour.

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Centrally situated along the eastern bank of Lake Michigan, this premier South Haven property is conveniently located near three major thoroughfares, Blue Star Highway, Baseline Road and Kentucky Avenue, and close to Michigan's thriving business network. South Haven is adjacent to I-196 (US-31) where Blue Star Memorial Highway and M-140 meet. The Preserve at Woodland Harbor is less than five minutes northeast of downtown South Haven at 310 Baseline Road. Click here to view a map.

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Rich with over 140 years of history, the magical, town of South Haven is alive with opportunities for recreation, entertainment, shopping and culture.

Enjoy kayaking down the Black River. Hit the Kal-Haven trail, built on an abandoned railroad line stretching all the way to Kalamazoo. The 34.5 mile trail is perfect for biking, hiking and jogging in the summer, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.

For a more relaxed adventure, enjoy an afternoon of picnicking at Van Buren State Park with its high dune formations and sandy beach. The Michigan Blueberry Festival is a treat for the whole family, and all of this happens in your own backyard!

When city life is in order, head downtown where you can shop to your heart's delight in fashionable boutiques or indulge in an evening of live theatre.

For a dose of art, visit "The Art Coast of Michigan." The lake shore resort town of Saugatuck is alive with galleries, entertainment and year-round cultural events.

Every May, nearby Holland bursts into bloom during the world famous Tulip Festival. Against the backdrop of 6 million colorful tulips to ring in springtime, the town celebrates its Dutch heritage during a full week of dancing, food and fun.

Is a road trip in order? You are driving distance to Detroit, Grand Rapids and South Bend. Or for a night of glamour, escape to the sparkling city lights of Chicago for dinner and a show just a couple of hours away.