Vacation Rentals by Owner

December visit

Guest: Mary and Ron (Elkhart, IN)
Date of Stay: 12/02/11 Review Submitted: 12/12/11

The property was large, sunny and very pleasant! The location was absolutely perfect for wine tasting at the local vineyards and visiting the area antinque shops and restaurants. We drove to the beach at the end of the road and had a nice walk along the shoreline; lucky for us December 2 felt like fall. I did wake twice during the night when trains passed by; they were short, and I fell quickly back to sleep. We'd love to come back in the summer and enjoy the outdoor patio and grill. I would highly recommend the property!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great fall getaway

Guest: Christine (Chicago)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11 Review Submitted: 11/28/11

We had a great stay here for a party of 4 adults, 2 little kids, and 2 dogs. It was spacious and a good layout that allowed everyone to hang out together easily but also made it easy to get some privacy when it was time for kids' naps, etc. Booking was very easy and the location is very nice. It was quiet and peaceful. The proximity to the playground and dog park was especially handy for our group, and we went there every day of our stay.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Breeze

Guest: Anna (Bourbonnais, IL)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/11/11

The Breeze is a wonderful place to stay. It has plenty of room, but also has a cozy feel. I would highly recommend it.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

WOW!!!

Guest: sd19 (Chicago Il)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

Rented the loft for my sister's bachelorette weekend getaway. We were all blown away at how nice the loft was-very spacious and the private beach was awesome! Loved that it had a washer/dryer and a full kitchen! Plan on coming back again!! We all loved it!!

Recommended for:Girls getaway

Great location, lots to do

Guest: LovesTheLake (California)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

This condo was very light and roomy, clean, and nicely furnished and decorated. There are many art galleries, restaurants, and wineries within a 15 - 20 minute drive; some are walking distance. We particularly enjoyed the market in Sawyer, the Center of the World store which features gorgeous hand-crafted furniture, Casey's restaurant in New Buffalo, and Season's Harvest, which sells sauces (bbq, pasta, dessert) and salsas. Each of the little towns nearby has a small public beach, but the Harbert beach was our favorite. My husband recommends the Whittaker Woods golf course. One caveat: If you have trouble sleeping, you may be bothered by the trains. The condo is very close to the tracks, and there is a train at night. I slept through it, but others in our group could not.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great shape, Fine location

Guest: Kal-n-El (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/04/11

Just the two of us for a brief weekend getaway. Utilized only the master suite, but the two other bedrooms seemed very nice as well. We much enjoyed dinner at the adjacent restaurant as well as breakfast at the cafe across the road. Beaches a few minutes away offered great sand and sunsets. Communication with owner was swift and simple. The condo is exceedingly spacious, modern and clean. We were glad to have found it on VRBO.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect spot for a girls weekend away!

Guest: Natalie (Western Suburb of Chicago )
Date of Stay: 06/24/11 Review Submitted: 06/30/11

I was looking for a place to host a friend’s bachelorette weekend that was not too far from Chicago and the western/northwestern suburbs. This was the prefect spot! It’s an easy drive from Chicago and just a great location - close to the beach, great restaurants, many wineries and even a casino. The loft itself was beautiful, the photos do not even begin to show how charming and comfortable it is. There were seven of us girls there for the weekend and we all fell in love with the place. It is full of open bright spaces and plenty of room for everyone. Whether sitting around the island in the kitchen, the fireplace in the living room or enjoying the fresh air on the front and back patios we felt comfortable and at home. We would all definitely come back again and again!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great place to stay!

Guest: Ali (IL)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11 Review Submitted: 07/13/11

Recently in June I stayed at the Loft with my boyfriend, sister and brother in law. It was a great location for the festival we were going to and turned out to be the perfect size for all of us! We were able to relax and not be cramped, cook, and probably the best part was I got to bring our dog who had recent surgery! The space was very clean and well maintained, and had everything that we needed right there, including a nice outdoor space that was fenced we could all enjoy! We even got to know the neighbors that were also renting, it was great! It ended up that my boyfriend and I actually got engaged that weekend, so it made it even more of a special place! We will return!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful

Guest: Very happy (Wheaton, Il)
Date of Stay: 05/22/11 Review Submitted: 06/23/11

We rented this property for a week and it was everything we expected and more. Our party consisted of my husband and I, a 3 year old, a 1 year old and Grand parents. The property was big enough that we didn't get in each others way while enjoying all being together. It was only a couple of miles from the Warren Dunes and there was even a local beach and that we walked to and enjoyed. We particularly liked the fact that the property had all the little incidentals we needed but didn't want to buy like dish soap, laundry detergent, cooking oils, and even an array of spices. It also had an array of books, games and toys for those rainy/lazy days. There were a couple of eateries and a great park all within walking distance. The owner was there when we arrived and was always available to answer questions (not that we had many) We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property. A+

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Great lofts! You have to try them!

Guest: Kristie (Grand Blanc Mi)
Date of Stay: 11/26/10 Review Submitted: 11/30/10

Stayed here over Thanksgiving weekend and loved it. Beautiful loft! Friendly people! Coming back next year!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful!

Guest: Anne15 (Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 10/08/10 Review Submitted: 10/27/10

The condo is beautifully decorated, spacious and well equipped It is one of the nicest places we have stayed in the area. We will definitely rent the condo again!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Bachelorette Party

Guest: Tori (Williamsport)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 09/27/10

We booked this for a bachelorette party weekend, and all 6 of us decided that we will go back every year. We enjoyed the casino, walking on the beach, and visiting the wine tasting vineyards. The condo was so spacious and cozy. The pictures are very accurate, but do not do this place justice. Its MORE beautiful in person. The restaurants and locals are incredibly friendly. We enjoyed our weekend get away and literally can not wait to go back again! For those who have never stayed, you don't know what your missing!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Rejuvenating retreat

Guest: drloco (Wilmette, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/16/10 Review Submitted: 08/28/10

This modern and spacious condo was a great place to escape to from Chicago for our family, before 2 of the children went off to college. It has plenty of space for 6-8, was very clean, and had all the amenities one would need to cook, relax, entertain. It is part of a quiet eclectic complex, sunny, and within a short distance to many nice restaurants if one prefers not to cook. There was a nice collection of brochures to explain the area's attractions, which are many. There are a lot of different beaches to go to - we enjoyed the Warren Dunes, as did our golden retriever, who was so happy he could come along on a vacation for once!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to Stay!!

Guest: Heather (Manhattan IL)
Date of Stay: 07/30/10 Review Submitted: 08/03/10

My husband, son, and extended family stayed at the loft for a weekend. This place is gorgeous and has everything we needed!! The pictures of the loft are great but when you see it in person it is even better. There is a patio and grill that we used to make a nice dinner. The cabinets were filled with all of the items needed for cooking and cleaning up. There was even dog bowls to use. The décor and layout is spacious and allows guests to enjoy each other’s company or relax in a separate room. The beach, shops, and other activities are close by and allowed my family to choose what they wanted to do at an affordable price. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer. Thank you Rich and Eileen for a great weekend!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Guest: Rakoczy Family, Huntington, IN
Date of Stay: 07/07/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

(transfered from old guestbook system)We just spent a week at the Spectacular loft "Breeze". Our family vacation consisted of 6 people and 3 four legged house members. It couldn't of been a better vacation. The loft had all the comforts we could ask for. Before our vacation was even over family members were already asking "same time and place next year"? On a scale of 1-10 this vacation spot rated a 20! Very impressed.

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Guest: Sue and Terry, Chicago
Date of Stay: 06/22/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

(transfered from old guestbook system) We loved our weekend at Breeze. There's tons of space for an extended family. It's comfortable, clean, quiet, and hip. The back patio is perfect for morning coffee or cocktail hour. Cafe Gullistan great for lunch or dinner. Look forward to staying again!

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Guest: Brenda, Indiana
Date of Stay: 06/15/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

(transfered from old guestbook system) The lofts were amazing and the people friendly and accomodating. We visited the dunes, took a train into Chicago, had a bonfire, cooked smores, and found many great restaurants in the area. We were a group of all ages and each person had a great time. This is a super place to stay!

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Guest: Amber, Grand Rapids, MI
Date of Stay: 04/06/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

My husband, baby and I stayed here as a last- minute getaway this last weekend. We had a great time and will definitely be staying here again! The condo was fabulous and there was a lot to do in Harbert including the Warren Dunes State Park and several delicious restaurants. The upscale condo was very relaxing and a perfect place to just hang out for the weekend.

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Guest: Brian 10 (Vineyard Lofts MI)
Date of Stay: 02/17/10 Review Submitted: 02/17/10

The place is great, plenty of room with 4 beds and a great kitchen/living area. The pictures don't give the place justice and the back deck and front patio are also nice. We are looking forward to the next visit.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/30/09 Review Submitted: 08/30/09

I rented the "Breeze" loft for the 3rd time with a group of friends. The loft is very well kept, incredibly modern, and very comfortable. We felt at home and enjoyed all of the updated conveniences in the loft- XP radio, fireplace, grill, etc. This would be a great spot for all seasons. Can't wait to go back!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/27/09 Review Submitted: 07/27/09

Stayed a weekend with a group of friends. Wonderful unit. Space was very clean, bright and lovely. Well appointed kitchen, huge bedrooms, courtyard out back is charming. We'll be back!!

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Guest: Zeek1 (Orland Park, IL.)
Date of Stay: 09/22/08 Review Submitted: 09/22/08

It was just perfect. The location close to Chicago but still felt I was far away. The design of the lofts are breath taking. Did not want to go outside, the lofts are very roomy. I can't wait to go there again.

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