Sweet Sara's by the Shore
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Welcome to 'Sweet Sara's'. This home is one of 8 houses in a secluded Lake Michigan bluff neighborhood. Sweet Sara's is a newer country home where no attention to detail has been spared -- a true 5 star accommodation. It's a perfect getaway from the city or a great meeting place for a girls' weekend away!
Walk the singing sands of Lake Michigan beach, watch the ever-changing sunsets from the bluff, celebrate the spectacular colors of autumn or sip hot cocoa in front of the fireplace on a snowy day. Whatever the season, the experience is always inspiring and delightful.
Take a short drive on scenic highway M-63, hugging the Lake Michigan shoreline, north to South Haven or south to St. Joseph and find good food, live music/theater, unique shops, museums and art galleries. Each town has its own lighthouse and boat-filled harbors, featuring individual charm and unique attractions -- memories you will not soon forget!
Keywords: House
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Office
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Microwave
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Parking Off Street
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Music Library
- Video Library
- Stereo
- CD Player
Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Wireless Internet
Pool & Spa
- Jetted Tub
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Lawn / Garden
Location & View
Activities
- Live Theater
- Racquetball
- Snowmobiling
- Basketball Court
- Jet Skiing
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Sailing
- Water Skiing
- Wind-Surfing
- Golf
- Fitness Center
- Wildlife Viewing
- Sledding
- Antiquing
- Shopping
- Shelling
- Miniature Golf
- Boating
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Parks
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Restaurants
- Zoo
- Cross Country Skiing
- Kayaking
Other Activities
- Ice skating, Wine Tasting, Open Air Concerts
Reviews
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Labor Day Weekend
Guest comment entered by ownerLabor Day Weekend
- Guest LaBonia-Turney-Joyce Families
- Date of stay 09/03/07
- Review Submitted 04/02/12
We had a wonderful labor day weekend at Sweet Sara's. your home is fantastic - so tastefully and beautifully "appointed" - so roomy - and casual - and elegant to boot! The lake is beautiful and all went down many times (except me - Grandma). Patti - We all really loved your home. The only disappointment was Notre Dame's loss! Go Irish! Thank you Patti! The house is fantastic, the beach is pristine, we all had a fantastic time! Hope to come back soon! -- Donna & Joe Joyce (grandparents)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/1
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sweet sara's is awesome
sweet sara's is awesome
- Guest Victoria
- Date of stay 08/08/11
- Review Submitted 04/01/12
We had our first official "family vacation" with my husband and my 1 1/2 year old son. We also had my in-laws with us too. This house was so wonderful and clean and very welcoming. It was very comfortable and the walking distance to the beach was amazing. Our very own private beach. I think we saw one other family out there all week on a daily basis. If we travel to St. Joe's again we will definitely stay at this house!!! Thanks for the accommodations:)Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Owner response: Victoria, thank you for the great review. We surely enjoyed having you as our guests at Sweet Sara's. I just minutes ago came in from a long walk on the beach. We feel very fortunate to be able to offer such a wonderful "spot" along the shoreline. Looking forward to having you back.
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- Guest Genny Roesler
- Date of stay 06/30/09
- Review Submitted 06/30/09
Grand kids, daughter& hubby and grandma and grandpa had a delightful time. We all preferred your beach over Silver Beach! Pictures do not do your home justice. Patti and Steve, you made us feel so comfortable. Thank you for the memories. GennyDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest The Hengesbaugh's
- Date of stay 10/28/07
- Review Submitted 10/28/07
We had a magical time while in your home! Our daughter's wedding was absolutely beautiful and it was great to have a home so we could all be together! Family reunited from Chicago, Hawaii, Wisconsin and Michigan. Thank you for all of your help during and before our stay. -- The Hengesbaugh'sDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Bratton-Gordon-Sadler Families
- Date of stay 08/26/07
- Review Submitted 08/26/07
Our first "all grandkids" vacation -- and we couldn't have chosen a better location, or amore perfect rental house! Everyone loved it - moms & dads, young children, and grandparents. -- The Bratton-Gordon-Sadler Families Thanks for such a warm, welcoming place - we'll be back! --Matt & Jordan, Baxter & Lyle (Chicago, IL)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest The Johnson-Mikesell Family
- Date of stay 08/21/07
- Review Submitted 08/21/07
Thank you - house was very well equipped and it would be nice to return. -- Ralph JohnsonDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest The Loewenthals
- Date of stay 08/18/07
- Review Submitted 08/18/07
It was another wonderful week at Sweet Sara's. We are sad to say good-bye. -- The Loewenthals (Tracy, Rod, Greta & Esther)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Nelson & Voypick Families
- Date of stay 08/07/07
- Review Submitted 08/07/07
Mary loved her birthday gift. We had a great time. Love Michigan. -- Judy, David & Mary Voypick The house was beautiful and we had a wonderful time. -- Leigh, Bryan & Mary Nelson and Stacy & Russ Voypick (Chicago, IL)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest The Crum Family
- Date of stay 07/29/07
- Review Submitted 07/29/07
This is Owen in the fabulous beach vacation. It was awsome. I had a great time. -- Owen Thanks for a great time -- Alex Patti - As usual, the house is gorgeous, we had everything we needed. You are a wonderful host. The stairs weren't any easier, but then again, I'm older!! Thank you so much! -- Kevin & Rebecca Crum Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. Rowyn would like to come live here! Everything was wonderful! -- Michelle Adair (Cromwell, IN)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Parisi Family
- Date of stay 07/17/07
- Review Submitted 07/17/07
We all had a great time here! The beach was a lot of fun. Your house is amazing. This was a great vacation! We all want to come back next year! -- Karen, Pat and Bella Florio (Bartlett, IL) -- Laura, John, Kristina and Alex Dakas (Arlington Heights, IL) -- Lisa, Frank and Thomas Parisi (Carol Stream, IL) --Grandma Sue & John Fortunato (Mt. Prospect, IL).Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/1
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$400 | $2520 | ||||
| Off Season Nov 1 - Apr 30 2 night min stay |
$325 | $350 Fri, Sat |
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Additional information about rental rates
Half of the rental fee due to hold reservation
balance plus tax and cleaning fee due 30 days prior to arrival
security deposit due upon arrival (cash only)
Additional Fees and Taxes:
$400/night; $2,500/week
6% State of Michigan tax
$150 cleaning fee
$400 security deposit (refundable)
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: South Bend or Kalamazoo at 44 Miles
- Nearest Ferry: Ludington at 120 Miles
- Nearest Train: Amtrak, St. Joseph at 7 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: I-196 at 2 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Private at St. Joseph
- Nearest Barpub: Di Maggio's Pizza at 2.8 Miles
- Nearest Ski: Timber Ridge, Bitter Sweet, Swiss Valley at 35 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Point O Woods or Harbor Shores at 6 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: St. Joseph at 6 Miles
Owner info
Contact us
- Primary: (269) 849-4035 (Michigan, USA)
- Secondary: (941) 875-1140 (Florida, USA)
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
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Sweet Sara's, Lake Michigan Shores
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Dining area, Kitchen
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Master Bedroom
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Second Floor Bath
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Periwinkle Room
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Den (converted into a bedroom by popular demand!)
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Back yard with fire pit and deck
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Beach looking north
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Living Room/Sunroom
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First Floor powder room
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Master Bath, Imported Limestone & Marble, Jacuzzi, Walk-in Shower
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Cranberry Room
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Tandem 'kids bedroom' off periwinkle room
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Tandem 'kids bedroom' off converted office bedroom
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Looking at lake coming off the stairs
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Beach looking south
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