Activities
Laid-Back Ease
"After falling in love with this B&B and wanting to recommend it to other worldly travelers, my husband and I found the weekend get-away to be exactly what our spirits were yearning for: laid-back ease, lake views from the room, strolls to near-by restaurants and pier, and lots of love... and all very much affordable. The Inn-Keeper and her Colombian husband were an interesting pair and always happy to make our stay a happy one. I have already recommended this place to friends and family for quick get-away's to a small resort town on the Lake! They have a bike rack too."
Wine at Sunset
"My wife and I have visited at the Last Resort (LR) each summer over the past 10 years. Most certainly, the LR is quite different from all the other Inns in the area!! LR Inn is a block to the beach and has a front porch that is an incomparable place for a glass of wine at sunset! And yes, the furniture is eclectic. yes, the gardens are kind of an organized beautiful wildness ...and yes, Mary, the owner/innkeeper, is an, exuberant lovable character! Good-natured... but... if you've been to beach please wash the sand off your feet before you come in the house! For us the LR Inn is a fun getaway place. Rooms are small but clean and comparatively speaking, ... inexpensive. No TV or internet which is exactly what I'm vacationing from! Breakfast is not a sit down four -course meal .. more of a continental approach which suits me because if we're real hungry we love the local flavor of the Phoenix Street Cafe. In all the best ways, LR Inn reminds me of visiting my Aunt Dolly's lake cottage as a child! "
The South Haven area offers a wide variety of activities. From the beaches and boating, to the golf courses and wineries, there is something for everyone.
Below is a list of some of our favorites:
Eat
Tello’s Trattoria
W: http://www.tellobistro.com/
T: (269) 639-9898
Sherman’s Dairy Bar
W: http://www.shermanicecream.com/
T: (269) 637-8251
Amicarelli’s Vineyard
T: (269) 637-5732
Pizza Hut
T: (269) 637-1200
Little Caesar’s Pizza
W: http://www.littlecaesars.com/
T: (269) 637-6123
Venezia
T: (269) 637-8505
Subway
T: (269) 637-2140
Subs N’ More
T: (269) 637-5533
Golden Brown Bakery
W: http://www.goldenbrownbakery.com/
T: (269) 637-3418
North Side Memories
W: http://www.allmenus.com/mi/south-haven/41293-northside-memories/menu/
T: (269) 637-8319
Chocolate Café
W: http://www.sbchocolatecafe.com/
T: (269) 637-1700
The Depot
W: http://www.shavendepot.com/
T: (269) 639-8045
Tom’s Buffet
W: http://www.tomsbuffet.com/index.htm
T: (269) 639-1666
China Café
T: (269) 637-8591
China Buffet
W: http://www.chinabuffetofsouthhaven.com/
T: (269) 639-8883
Maple Grove Tavern
W: http://www.maplegrovegrill.com/
T: (269) 637-9913
Idler Riverboat Pubs
W: http://www.millenniumrestaurants.com/idler-riverboat/
T: (269) 637-8435
Open during the summer. Home of the Bayou Beach Club & Creole Tavern – casual dining.
50’s Drive-In
T: (269) 637-1954
Captain Nemo’s
T: (269) 637-5372
Big Boy
T: (269) 639-9500
Cousin’s Restaurant
W: http://www.cousinssouthhaven.com/
T: (269) 637-1499
Lakeside Entertainment
W: http://www.lakesidebowl.com/
T: (269) 637-4354
York’s Landing Bar & Grill
T: (269) 637-3695
Maria’s
W: http://www.mariastasteofitaly.com/
T: (269) 637-3663
Captain Lou’s
T: (269) 637-3965
Waterfront bar and grille.
Phoenix Street Café
W: http://southhavenrestaurants.org/phoenix-street/
T: (269) 637-3600
Thirsty Perch
W: http://www.thirstyperch.com/
T: 269-639-8000
The Thirsty Perch is a great place for dinner.
Su Casa
W: n/a
T: (269) 767-7493
If you’re in the mood for Mexican food, this is the place! If you’re a soccer fan, it’s also your best bet to catch the big game.
Cafe Julia
T: 269.639.7988
Best coffee shop in town.
Clementine’s
T: (269) 637 - 4755
A South Haven icon, Clem’s is one of the most popular restaurants in town. Get there early for dinner.
Shop
Janny’s Beach House
W: http://www.beachhouseonline.com/
T: 269-639-2191
A good selection of women’s clothing, sandals, and gifts for the home.
The Blueberry Store
W: http://www.theblueberrystore.com/
T: 877-654-2400
Locally grown blueberries are a big part of the South Haven economy and nobody has a better selection of products than the Blueberry Store.
Beaches
Van Buren State Park
Just 3 miles away is Van Buren State Park, with a great beach and small dunes!
South Beach
South Beach is a short walk from the downtown, and in the evenings it’s a popular place to take a walk.
North Beach
Only a half block away, North beach is a often the place to be during the day, and quieter than South beach at night. For those who enjoy beach volleyball, North beach has many courts available.
Boat
Friend’s Goodwill
W: http://www.michiganmaritimemuseum.org/friendsgoodwill/
T: (269) 637-8078
This tall ship is a replica of the 19th century sailing vessel of the same name, and an afternoon or evening cruise is a great way to make a memory.
Golf
Cheshire Hills Golf Course
W: http://www.cheshirehills.com/
T: (269) 521-3490
Located in Allegan MI. 27 Holes located in the peaceful Allegan countryside.
Jeptha Lake Golf Course
W: http://www.jepthalakegolf.com/
T: (269) 427-7502
Located in Bloomingdale, MI. 9 Hole Course.
South Haven Golf Club
T: (269) 637-3896
18 Hole Course
HawksHead
W: http://www.hawksheadlinks.com/
T: (269) 639-2121
18 Hole Course
Beeches Golf Club
W: http://www.beechesgolfclub.com/
T: (269) 637-2600
Designed by noted architect W. Bruce Matthews III, Beeches Golf Club offers golfers the opportunity to select a course set-up that ranges in length from just 5,000 yards to one stretching to more than 7,200 yards. A total of five sets of tee boxes offer excitement and challenge for all guests.
Bike
The Kal-Haven Trail
W: http://www.vbco.org/government364491.asp
T:
The route of the Kal-Haven originally was a railroad compleated in 1870, the railroad bed has been converted to a trail with a limestone/slag surface. It is usable for all non-motorized bicycles, hiking, and snowmobiling when there is a 4-inch snow base. In 2004 Van Buren County obtained a use permit to operate and maintain The Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park.
Fish
Mr. Bill Charters
W: http://www.mrbillcharters.com
T: 269-760-7388
Captain Dan Strong offers Salmon/Trout fishing and sunset cruises
