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.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches on 12 Apr 2026 start from £74, 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 at New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches?
On-site 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?
Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Andrews University, Howard Performing Arts Center and Lake Chapin. Free Run Cellars and Steinbauer Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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.
Adrian T.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2023
So glad to be able to host you for your son's graduation from AU!
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.
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.
Catherine U.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Hi Catherine ~ I'm so glad you came to experience my studio/loft. There are several options for sitting: two chairs, a large bench with pillows, and the bench on the Murphy bed 'wall' which was 'down' and ready for you to sit on and in the 'up' position the Murphy bed can be put down.
As regards the outside appearance, this area was experiencing a great heat wave, with everything (in all parts of the town) dry and unkempt. To mow would have killed the grass. As regards the front garden, most parts are past the blooming season and grew inches every day despite the heat. There wasn't any foliage that impeded your walk from your car to the studio/loft entrance and inside.
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.
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.
DAVID N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Hi David ~ So delighted your stay here - and your discovering of beautiful SW Michigan was so successful! Hopefully, you'll be able to return and find more amazing activities! Would love to host you again!
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! :-)
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.
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.
Kim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Hi Kim ~
It was so nice to have you stay close by to your son and see his new environs! The mini/split hvac unit is being installed so guests will be at their comfort level! Come again!
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.
Alicia J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2023
Thanks so much for spending time at the studio/loft. You were wonderful guests!! I enjoyed chatting with you and would love to host you when you come to this area again!!
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.
Paul P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2023
Hi Paul! Thanks for your great review! I think you're my first guests who've brought their fishing boat and had fishing as their main goal!! I didn't realize that you'd need two separate beds and were both adults (tho the pictures explain!) so would have communicated to make sure you understood sleeping arrangements!!
Yes, I did wash the shirts as it'd been humid out and I didn't want them to get stinky during shipment!! They told the story via displays that you're avid fisherpeople!!
And lastly, the studio/loft is named Dori's Heart for my Mom. We lost her to ovarian cancer 30 years ago and miss her like crazy.
Take care ~ Nina