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Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Place, Cherry Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D

Chalet Du Bois

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Experience a getaway like no other at this architect-designed and built Timber Frame home! Offering plenty of space to bring your entire family along and a relaxing hot tub right behind the home, this retreat is all about charm and convenience. The open floor plan seamlessly combines the kitchen, living room, and dining room to enhance togetherness during your trip. Unbelievable floor-to-ceiling windows are the star of the living space, letting you all admire incredible tree views. Gather around the fireplace for a snuggly afternoon at home. The kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances and all the cooking essentials to prepare mouth-watering meals, refreshing beverages, and more.

The screened-in porch is the perfect hidden place to enjoy a time on your own with a good book in hand, to listen to music, or to enjoy the marvelous surrounding views. Even though you might be on vacation, we know that sometimes work can't wait, and that's why Chalet Du Bois is conveniently equipped with a desk workspace to finish up remote work. Downstairs is where most of the fun is at. Featuring another living area with a flatscreen TV with cable, a Queen sofa bed, bunk beds, and your very own pool table, there's no room for boredom here. Additional entertainment can be had in the game/music room with board games, puzzles, an electric piano, and guitar. Enjoy the outdoors at the firepit or grilling something delicious on the gas grill available. Plus, the beach is just steps away, so get ready to enjoy Lake Michigan and nightly sunsets!

Tour the area and discover local attractions like Harbert Swedish Bakery, casual and dine-in restaurants, and a supermarket for all your needs are less than five miles away from the home. Convenience and comfort is at your fingertips when you book this fantastic vacation rental!

THINGS TO KNOW
An outdoor shower is provided; please rinse off when returning from the beach.
To use streaming services, guests must log in with their own credentials.
A 4x4 is required to reach this home in winter, but it is accessible for most vehicles most times of year.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 30 years of age to book. Guests under 30 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Harbert

Located in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Captain Mike's Fun Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Local - 10 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive - 14.7 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 44 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly's Corner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greenbush Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D on Jun 7, 2026 start from $954, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Inviting Timber Frame home near the beach with pool table, central AC, & W/D located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is steps from Cherry Beach and Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Robinson Woods Preserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Fantastic Property

The house was extremely clean, the kitchen was well stocked, we had plenty of towel and everything was well cared for.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Well-appointed and lovely setting

This home was lovely for our family. We could all sit together for meals either outside or inside. Very well-equipped and it felt like we were in a tree house. Nice access to a beautiful beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

Beautiful house, great location

Loved this house and its location. Very easy walk down to the (gorgeous) beach every day, and a great, well-stocked kitchen to cook in. We spent our whole trip going back and forth from the beach to the house, except for an outing to pick blueberries. Couldn't ask for a better trip. Load up on groceries before you arrive because there aren't many nearby supermarkets!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bernie T.

Great family house

Our family had a great time at the house. Plenty of room for everyone, very short walk to the beach. (Be ready for the 62 stairs to go down to the beach.) Our only regret is that, when we went online to try to book the house for one of a couple of periods next summer, everything was booked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Beach Home

Property is a short walk (2 minutes) to public beach access at Cherry Beach. Excellent location, home is well stocked and exceptional. Beach items in garage were helpful. I would return here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach spot

The house had plenty of space for a bunch of us to both gather and spread apart as needed. The beach is an incredibly short walk and the house had a few beach chairs and floaties. Plenty of wood for nights around the fire pit. They were a little short on some basic supplies like paper towels, salt, pepper, cooking oil, and propane for the grill. Some in our group didn't get cell reception. But I would stay here again. Mama and baby deer came by each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Siobhan W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

basic

outdoor furniture needs a cleaning, update. Overall too expensive for a rather basic experience. Location is often not everything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful in every way!

This property was remarkable! When I read “steps to beach” I wasn’t sure how close it actually was… it is less than a block! We made multiple trips a day and even would run back to the house for sunglasses or an extra towel. The house itself is just beautiful and the kids enjoyed the hot tub every day. The outdoor shower (that has warm water!) was used more than any of the showers in the house. I loved having a little music room and the tv and pool table in a separate area downstairs. Our tv addicted family had to adjust to having just one tv in the house, but it was nice to slow down and just enjoy each other. Oh! And the screen porch! Loved it every morning and any other time I just wanted to peacefully sit. The only (small) concern was the jacuzzi tub upstairs. I knew it would be a gamble to try it out, but it seems the jets need to be cleaned and the plug for the tub needs some sort of handle because it’s nearly impossible to pull it out when it is suctioned in. Everything else was lovely! And there was an amazing hot tub so we really didn’t need the jacuzzi. Looking forward to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

We could not have been happier about this property and our time there! Close to the beach; extremely clean; amenities above and beyond; kitchen stocked with everything you could need. Family vacation was a success!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holly Schneider G.

A Perfect "Bucket List" Vacation!

This “bucket list” vacation had one primary goal: attempt to closely duplicate the location, activities and feelings I had as a child visiting my grandparents’ nearby cottage, and to share these experiences with my children and grandchildren. Chalet du Bois provided EVERYTHING I’d hoped for and MORE: beautiful wide beach with a very short walking distance from the house (so even the little kids and seniors could make several trips back and forth every day); house nestled in the woods with a screened porch; plenty of space for 10 people from ages 4-70. We arrived to find the house very clean and true to its description. The floor-to-ceiling windows made us feel we were right in the middle of the woods as we watched cardinals and blue jays fly by! There were plenty of bathroom towels (1 complete set for each person). The kitchen was well-appointed; nice large washer and dryer; huge back deck allowed our entire group to gather and we took great advantage of the warm-water outdoor shower to wash off the sand. There was also a clever foot-washing station by the front door. Morning coffee was especially enjoyable on the screened porch. As noticed in the pictures, this is an open floor plan so the house was filled with lots of happy noise most of the time….only an issue for people wanting to go to bed early or sleep late. The lower level bedrooms did stay quieter for little kids and the teens carved out their own space in the game room. A few board games were provided. Note: we did bring our own nightlights. Cherry Beach was gorgeous! After a short walk to the parking lot there were 62 steps down to the beach with several benches for resting along the way. In the garage we found 3 beach chairs and 1 beach umbrella (we also rented a larger umbrella) and we were pleasantly surprised to find several large floating rings and rafts for water play (we did provide our own electric pump to fill them). There was even a kayak although no paddle. Besides beach activities, part of the fun included catching fireflies, picking blueberries, making frequent trips to the delicious Harbert Swedish Bakery and eating one fabulous dinner at Tosi’s. We did have one important reason to contact the Vacasa guest support number for a problem. There are 2 coded lock boxes containing house keys, one for the front door and one for the back. The front one opened easily but the back door box wouldn’t open. The Vacasa representative (Justin) was very helpful. Apparently we had not been given the correct code for the back door. Once he provided it, the box opened easily but the key was missing. Justin notified the local manager with expectation that she would contact us and provide us with a new key. Unfortunately, we did not hear from her or receive that second key. Having only 1 key ended up being fine but it could have posed a problem if the front door key had accidentally been misplaced. Since all the “big things” in the house worked perfectly, I hate to mention a few minor inconveniences we noticed on arrival. They were all easily remedied without calling Vacasa support but I will mention them to the manager. I don’t expect they will be an issue for future guests. 1) as soon as we opened the front door, we heard the lower level bedroom smoke detector chirping. Clearly we couldn’t live with that so bought a battery and installed it. 2) I had been told that each bathroom would contain 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 2 rolls of TP and 2 soaps. Of the four bathrooms, the master and 2nd floor were missing both hand & bath soaps; the main floor bath and lower level were missing bath soap. We simply ran to the store and bought our own hand and/or bath soaps. 3) Beach towels: I was aware they were provided but had not asked how many. I guess I expected to find one for each guest. As it turned out there were only 4 available for 10 guests. To r...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL M.

Michigan 2021

when the power went out, the electric generator came on

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