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2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and a unique hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry and a stone fireplace.
A house with a stone facade, a number 937, a front porch with two rocking chairs, and hanging flower baskets.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Benton Harbor, MI
  • Place, Harbor Shores Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Downstairs bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Main Level 2nd Master

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Master

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstair bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level master

Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Main Level Master 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches

Recently renovated, this beautiful home is 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph 1/2 a mile to the beaches. 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8 (1 king sized bed, 2 queen sized beds, and 2 twin beds). Brand new kitchen complete with 6 gas burner stove and 36 inch range, drawer microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and large capacity washer and dryer. Jetted tub, gas fireplace, large lawn, deck, and open floor plan.

This home sits on half an acre and has a propane outdoor grill, an outdoor fire pit with seating for you and your guests, and a small deck with seating for 4. The property is treated every 3 weeks for mosquitoes, so outdoor use in the evenings is enjoyable. A Tesla charger in the garage is available upon special request.

We provide 8 beach towels, 8 beach chairs, and 2 beach umbrellas to use during your stay so you can pack a little less for your vacation.

This home affords both privacy and convenience being close to town, but not in the middle of the crowds. Located across the road from the Jack Nicklaus golf course, Harbor Shores, and is surrounded by wineries and breweries in the local area. Kayak, paddle board, and scooter rentals are a 3 min drive away as well as excellent restaurants. Enjoy Silver Beach, The Carousel, Whirlpool fountains, and so much more only a 3 minute drive. You can enjoy it all from this beautiful, quiet space!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Guests are strictly limited to 8 overnight guests total. No additional overnight guests are allowed. We are firm on this rule.
Park in the driveway and not on the street or grass.
No loud parties or music. No illegal activities. This home is located in a quiet neighborhood.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2249389
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Benton Harbor

Located in Benton Harbor, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Kayaking, motor boating, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 22 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 37 min drive - 60.3 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 37 min drive - 60.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 4 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clementines Too - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Azul Tequila - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chatterbox - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Pier Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches?

As of Sep 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches on Sep 27, 2026 start from $759, 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 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 miles to downtown St. Joseph and 1/2 mile to beaches located?

This family-friendly Benton Harbor vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Harbor Shores Golf Club and Lake Michigan. Silver Beach and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit to Kristi's home and it did not disappoint. The house is extremely clean and well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. We love the convenience of the provided beach chairs and towels! The location is perfect for enjoying all that St. Joseph has to offer. We hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this house. Plenty of room, great kitchen and amenities, great yard, super easy access to the beach. Property was clean and welcoming. Our host was always available if we needed anything. Definitely would return here! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristi provides a cozy haven very close to downtown St. Joe. Her home is beautiful and accommodated our family of 5 perfectly. Her upgrade features in the home worked well in the kitchen for us to cook. We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, great host, great stay! The house was stocked with all of the essentials. Located close to town and beaches. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was amazing for access to 2 beaches. House was beautiful with a lot amenities. Host was very communicative and friendly. For the host I would recommend a new mattress in the king size room and some curtains in the common living area as the sun in the morning and evening made it difficult to enjoy the space.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Very clean. The kitchen was well stocked, all the equipment and spices which was so nice. Many places have the bare minimum with one crappy pan and salt and pepper. The host was easy to communicate with and left beautiful fresh flowers which was so thoughtful and appreciated. Location was perfect for all our activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is in a nice, very quiet neighborhood, with a nice yard to kick kiddos outside to wear off energy. The kitchen is WONDERFUL! Cooking for our group of 7 was a breeze!!! The home layout is perfect, with numerous places to escape to read a book, or to all gather together. HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was Perfect would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was beautiful and clean. We did have some younger children in the home who played on the area rug. After spending some time on the area rug myself, I think it needs a good shampooing, it was bit musty smelling. The rugs in the bathroom with the jacuzzi tub were stained and a bit worn looking. Other than those two things, the house was great and was the perfect size for our families. The fresh flowers were a beautiful touch. Thanks so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, very clean! We had a great time. We loved the location as we were close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mich quick getaway

Great house in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family get away

We played pickle ball, went to nearby beaches and hung around with the family by the fire pit and cooked all our meals in a well equipped kitchen. The place was very clean and the owner was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

House was incredible clean, comfortable and spacious. More than enough room for 7 adults. It worked out as an excellent substitute for hotel rooms when coming to town for a family wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints from my guests out of town. They said the place was beautiful. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This space was better than advertised. Would definitely stay again and would let everyone I know.

5 stars all around !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 15, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review, Craig! I appreciate the positive feedback and am so happy you enjoyed our home! It was a pleasure to host your group and we'd love to host you again if you come back to the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for couples wine weekend!

Home was beautiful, clean, and provided everything we needed for a couples wine weekend. Kristi was great to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2022
Thank you, Jennifer for the wonderful review! I'm so glad you had a wonderful couples wine weekend and enjoyed the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We brought our two kids (ages 5 and almost 2) with my husbands parents. The place was very well stocked, clean, spacious, and kid friendly. Would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review, Rachel! I really appreciate the feedback and am so glad you had a great time! It was a pleasure to host your family and I hope you come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation

Wonderful home. Very comfortable. Quiet neighborhood and close to St Joseph. Everyone enjoyed themselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was so clean. It was fully equipped with everything we needed for a week long family getaway. We especially appreciated the beach towels and chairs. This really is a special place with everything needed for a great beach experience. The host was so attentive! The local beach was perfect for quick trips to the beach. Centrally located to everything! We hope to stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Trip

House was perfect! It's absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed! It's close to everything which was great for the kids! Would come back again! Thanks Kristi!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2022
Thank you for the great review, Jennifer! I really appreciate the feedback and am so glad you had a wonderful time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

St Joe weekend

Beautiful home! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect house for 6 adults and 2 children. Plenty of room for all to spread out and the location with a quick drive to Rocky Gap Beach was great. The kids loved the beach(their first time at a beach). Have the beach chairs and towels was a wonderful bonus....thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding Lodging

Beautiful home close to everything. We loved how easy it was to walk to the beach to see the sunset. Thank you for opening your home to us - sunny and happy and calm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Experience

The house was very clean and inviting. Kristi, the host was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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