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New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches

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Your private entrance is next to an always beautiful perennial garden.
Lovely window/door looks out on the perennial garden and front lawn.
Queen size Murphy bed, lush linens, and leaded glass provide feelings of luxury.
The kitchen features quartz counter, infrared stovetop, frig/freezer, and Kurig.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Berrien Springs, MI
  • Place, Andrews University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Chapin
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Howard Performing Arts Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed and 2 Child Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches

This beautiful studio loft is nestled among many local orchards and vineyards, 13 short miles from Lake Michigan, and 25 miles from Notre Dame!

Set in a quiet neighborhood with beautiful perennial garden at your private entrance, there's a garden with seating to enjoy quiet moments and fire pit to toast s'mores and hot dogs. Inside, a beautifully decorated space provides for all your needs in a lush tho industrial chic design. All amenities can be accessed on one floor with no barriers.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Berrien Springs

Located in Berrien Springs, this apartment is near theme parks and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve, while Niles Riverfront Amphitheater and The Tin Shop are cultural highlights. Howard Performing Arts Center and Free Run Cellars 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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Berrien Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Andrews University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Chapin - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Howard Performing Arts Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 26 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 29 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Niles Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Burgers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Baguette de France - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hoppers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dablon Winery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches?

As of Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches on Mar 19, 2026 start from $100, 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 New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Andrews University, Howard Performing Arts Center, and Lake Chapin. Free Run Cellars and Steinbauer Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and well done property. Perfect for us to stay at to visit our kiddo at Notre Dame!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia V.

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

Perfect room for travelers in the area

This is a very cute property and just right for a short stay in the area for a wedding!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely space with a fun loft area for kiddos. Communication with the host was wonderful. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Nice stay

Very clean and convenient location. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great private studio w/loft. Quiet, and has all I needed. The bed was super comfy, and the host was very nice!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Wedding weekend

Needed a place to sleep and get ready close to a wedding venue, and this was perfect! Super comfy bed and well equipped with ammenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

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

Perfect location

The wedding venue, Hidden Valley Vineyard was only 8 min away & I took some time to explore St Joseph while in the area. Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M.

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

Great place

Was clean and exactly what you need for only 2 people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

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

Wonderful experience

Amazing, cozy place to stay. Very peaceful and wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane D.

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

The Host is wonderful

The studio is very cozy, clean, and comfortable. The host is a wonderful person, quick to respond request, and very friendly.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian T.

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

Perfect location

Just the ticket for at short stay in Berrien Springs, very close to Andrews University. Stayed here for at long weekend, and the accommodation was just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marsharee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was exactly where we needed it to be. The studio was cute, clean and well stocked. We don’t VRBO often so for us there was a learning curve in understanding descriptions. The place was much smaller than we anticipated. That misunderstanding was on us though. We appreciated the location and were thankful to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice visit

We had a nice visit. Small compact space that was very thoughtfully laid out. It had everything that we needed. We would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catherine U.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is SOOO tiny! There is no place to sit unless you pull out the Murphy bed. The outside appearance is pretty messy and unkempt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Great Weekend.

The was the second year in a row that we stayed here. Our grandchildren loved the loft. Perfect little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

rick o.

The owner didnt send me the door code on time so i had to find another place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Nice place

It was a pleasant experience. The property was clean. The owner was communicative and helpful. Nice bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Truly excellent experience

Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Peaceful bliss

I went to a wedding not too far from this place and was so glad to have found it! The pictures do make it seem a bit bigger but when I got there and got a feel of the place I fell in love. It was very clever how Nina turned part of her garage into a studio! It was perfect for me as a solo getaway and so cozy. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID N.

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

Great host, great location, great cozy space.

Nina is an amazing host, with great location near several winery's including Lemon creek winery and not too far from Weko beach. The space is well decorated, very cozy and perfect for couples or 2 people to share a comfortable Murphy bed and a nice small upper level nook and has everything you need to cook or warm up food, but the best part is the full bathroom, which might look small but is a great size and does not feel cramped . Hope to come back soon. Thanks for everything Nina.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy W.

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

Celebrated my 45th birthday and had a nice little getaway in October of 2023!

My husband and I came out to seek the Niles, MI 50th haunted houses Anniversary. Usually we stay at a hotel in Niles, MI but Notre Dame was having a home game so the hotels were ridiculously overpriced! So therefore I started searching for a close by VRBO. Nina had the perfect little place for us! Cozy, clean, warm and cute! Perfect and just exactly what we needed for our 2 day trip in October! A wonderful trip/ getaway/ birthday to remember! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Re N.

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

Cute small place

Very clean and neat space but quite small. It was fine for me but when the Murphy bed is down there is no room to move around in the main space. Just an FYI if you plan to have multiple guests. Also, I noticed the description reads that this is wheelchair accessible. I did not need this feature but it is NOT wheel chair accessible. Great shower and super comfy bed. Close to all the fun things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Cute and Cozy

We stayed at the Nina's studio loft while visiting my son who recently moved to the area. The space is cleverly designed to make the most of the space. Nina put a lot of attention to detail and to guests comfort. The murphy bed was very comfortable and we enjoyed sitting by the firepit one night. One note: the space was very warm when we arrived, but we ran the ceiling for a while and left the screen door open to cool the place. Nina said it will updated with an a/c unit. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia J.

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

Perfect for intimate getaway!

This was a special treat for me and my husband. The atmosphere in this home was breath taking. The craftmanship and décor gives one the feeling of a coastal getaway. Yes, it is a tiny house within the confines of a garage. Genius! Who knew one could make such a cool and peaceful place while creating a warm and welcoming feeling all at the same time. Clean, perfectly decorated with love and care. This is a couple's getaway for sure, cozy, and intimate, yet roomy enough for two big oldies like me and my husband. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Nice, little, clean space.

The owner was very accommodating from start to finish. We asked before arrival if there was an electrical outlet on the exterior close to the driveway. We had our fishing boat and needed to charge our batteries. When we arrived she had strung a cord and it was hanging on the fence for us to use. As we entered the space it was refreshing to find everything neatly done and very clean. The Murphy bed was awesome! The loft is tight. I am still in disbelief that my son and I both took a turn sleeping up there. I am 6’1 and 220 lbs and my son is both taller and heavier. The day after our stay I received a text from the owner asking if we had left some shirts and if we would like her to send them to us. I replied yes, and in a few days I received them in the mail folded, packaged nicely and they smelled like she had washed them. Thank you Doris for being such a great hostess. This is a nice, little, clean space. Yes, we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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