Sand Castle Inn

  • Sand Castle Inn on the corner of Dyckman and Park Avenues in South Haven, MI. The towers and front porch have lovely views of Stanley Johnson Park just across the street. Located a block from public access beaches and three blocks to downtown, we are well positioned for the South Haven visitor that would rather walk and enjoy the fresh air than having to drive.

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    Beautifully restored historic Lake Michigan resort bed & breakfast. One block to beach, three blocks to downtown. Walk to shops, restaurants, South Haven harbor and sunsets. Most rooms have private balconies and fireplaces. All are designer decorated with central air conditioning, private bathrooms and all of the latest amenities. A full gourmet breakfast is included. Common areas are our attractive living room and white wicker front porch which overlooks the park across the street. Seasonal outdoor heated pool. Private and quiet, yet in the middle of everything that's happening in South Haven. Unique and intimate.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Fridge available on site

    • Ironing Board/Iron on site

    • Coffee/tea available on site

  • Valentine's Day Specials

    11/22/2011 - 2/19/2012

    We’ll make it sweet and simple for you!  Reserve any room during February 10th thru February 19th and get the second night at ½ price.  If you stay a 3rd night you’ll get that night at ½ price too!  Included with this package is a free upgrade to a fireplace room (while they last), special themed breakfasts and hors d'oevres all weekend and champagne or fresh flowers (your choice) in the room (small extra charge for both).  Once you get all settled in, come on down and enjoy warm appetizers before you head out to dinner (we will make reservations for you). In the morning you will awaken to our fabulous, themed breakfast.  This special cannot be combined with other specials. 

    Holiday Specials

    11/22/2011 - 2/20/2012

    Come stay at the Sand Castle during President's Day Weekend, February 17th thru February 20th.  Monday's a holiday.  Stay over an extra day.  Ice skate at our outdoor rink.  Enjoy the beautiful Lake Michigan winterscapes.  Walk downtown for dinner (we'll make the reservations).  Watch a movie while you enjoy the fireplace in your room.  Get off season pricing and the second night at ½ price.  If you stay a 3rd night, you’ll get that night at ½ price too!  Included with this package is a free upgrade to a fireplace room (while they last) and our special gourmet breakfast and hors d'oevres.  At the end of the day, sit back and relax with a cup of warm cider or hot chocolate by your fireplace.  In the morning, a fabulous breakfast will be waiting for you. This Special cannot be combined with other specials. 

    Mini Escapes

    10/24/2011 - 4/26/2012

    Ride the Kal - Haven Bike Trail* You can take off on your bike right from the Inn. This is a 35 mile trail out into the country from South Haven to Kalamazoo. You will ride through a covered bridge. Bike as much or as little as you like. Included in your room rate is a box lunch for the trail. Also included is a free upgrade to a fireplace room, subject to availability. Don't have your own bikes? We will arrange rentals for you. Be sure to give us advanced notice that you need the rentals. This Special cannot be combined with any other specials. Restrictions may apply, and all the other, usual policies of the Inn apply.

    Dinner & A Movie

    10/24/2011 - 4/26/2012

    Dinner and a Movie* We'll get you pointed towards the best South Haven restaurants and give you the movie theatre schedule. You can walk to both! Then, take 15% off your Sand Castle Inn room rate so you can enjoy that piece of cheesecake or tub of popcorn! Also included is a free upgrade to a fireplace room, subject to availability. This Special cannot be combined with any other specials. Restrictions may apply, and all the other, usual policies of the Inn apply.

    Economy Package

    10/24/2011 - 4/26/2012

    The Economy Package* Stay any 2 nights, receive 20% off and a free upgrade to a fireplace room, subject to availability. This Special cannot be combined with any other specials. Restrictions may apply, and all the other, usual policies of the Inn apply.

  • Nightly Rate

    $140 - $295

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: Weekends May through October, Some Holidays are 3 or 4 night

    • Deposit amount required: One night deposit due at the time of reservation, with balance paid at check-in. Half of full amount due for reservations of 3 or more rooms. Ask innkeeper for details.

    • Cancellations: 10 day cancellation policy, longer for booking of more than one room.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: You may bring alcoholic items with you.

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Not suitable for children under 13.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Prices discounted from Sunday through Thursday

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9 to 10:30 AM

    • Serving location: Front Porch, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Grandma D's Spinach Quiche
    A recipe straight from Gram's file. A nutritious and tasty way to start the day! Spinach, cheeses and a little kick all served up in a perfectly baked brown rice crust.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Upon Request:


    Additional food services

    • Light evening appetizers


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Martha's Zucchini Quiche
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 60 minutes

    Mama's Mini-Cinnis
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 45 minutes

  • Location Type

    • Lake Michigan

    • Resort town

    • Beachside

    • Lakeside

    • Small town

    • Wine country


    City

    • Saugatuck

    • Distance to city: 15 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-196 North or South to exit 20 (Phoenix Road). West to second stop light (Broadway). Right on Broadway, across the bridge, becomes Dyckman. Continue to address and sign on the right.


    Airport

    • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo Battle Creek Intl.) 48 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-94 West to 131 North going toward Grand Rapids. Get off on the South Haven exit/M-43. Follow West for approximately 38 miles to Broadway. Take right, go through one light heading North, across the bridge, becomes Dyckman. Continue to address and sign on the right.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Kal-Haven Bike Trail

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    Great Place

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    This place was great and the staff was wonderful. We really enjoyed the fact they served breakfast from 8:30 am to 10:30 am and this allowed us to sleep in. The big screen TV's in each room and the fireplaces made it very comfortable and relaxing.


    pure relaxation

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Room was clean, big, and comfy. Balcony was beautiful. Staff was sweet. Food was delicious. Fireplace was cozy. Couldn't have asked for a better stay!


    Wonderful Weekend Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    This was the first time my wife and I had been to the Lake Michigan side of Michigan and was our second visit to a B&B. The ladies there treated us like family. We felt at home and were so excited to get back to the house to see what freshly baked cookies were waiting for us after a day out and about. Our room was very nice and well adorned. It was great falling asleep and waking up to the sounds of the waves. And then heading downstairs to the wonderful breakfast the ladies put together for us. Even though there were other people there, the ladies made us feel like we were the only ones there. Great time and we will be back...


    We love the Sand Castle Inn & will go back.

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We are repeat customers and always enjoy our stays at the Sand Castle Inn. The rooms, breakfasts, snacks, & service are always top notch. We especially enjoy relaxing on the front porch. Downtown South Haven, the lighthouses, and the beach are all within walking distance.


    A Weekend Get-Away...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    My husband and I booked a pool room at the Sand Castle B&B when we were in town for a weekend get-together with some friends. The room was very clean, and the staff was very polite and helpful. There were hors d'oeuvres served daily around 6pm, and a hot breakfast each morning. There was also a heated pool. My only regret was that we didn't get to spend more time at the B&B! We will definitely look into staying there again when we are in town! It was a calm, quiet and relaxing atmosphere.


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