Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country.

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large window providing natural light.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a central island.
A wooden bench with a white mug and a cloth with fruit patterns.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden dining table, and chairs, large windows with a forest view, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a garden with hydrangea bushes.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Three Oaks, MI
  • Place, Cherry Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Harbert

Located in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this holiday home is near a water park. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Waikiki Jacks. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging, ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Map
Three Oaks, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 12 min drive - 16.7 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 13 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 27 min drive - 51.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 36 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Featherbone - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Union Pier Social - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country.?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country. on 8 Nov 2026 start from £852, 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 Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Privacy and quiet await! Four bedroom/three bath family home in Harbor Country. located?

This family-friendly Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherry Beach and Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Robinson Woods Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family reunion at this property! Everything was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was super well stocked with pots, pans, spices, etc. The bedrooms were spacious and updated. Cherry beach was an easy 10 minute walk away - beautiful, not too crowded. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Clean, great location, lovely place to gather with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words. We would love to host your family any time! Coleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious, clean, bright, and very well-equipped, especially for a home adjacent to Lake Michigan. There are beds enough to sleep at least 10-12 people. We were 2 grandparents, our 2 adult kids, and our 2 small grandchildren. We had a great cookout, enjoying the beautiful woodlands that created privacy around the house. Everyone enjoyed the games available in the shed. Our kids walked down to Cherry Beach daily. The big kitchen and dining table made meals easy. The screened in porch also made it easy to manage beach sand. While there is no available washer/dryer, this makes sense because our host’s clear instructions had us leave beach towels (and thus sand) on the porch and bath linens inside the bathroom tub for a cleaning service to do after we left. This actually meant less work for us! The linen closets are packed with immaculate linens. We always pack enough clean clothes for each day on a trip so did not run out. There is also a laundromat nearby if needed (we did not need it). Our host responded immediately to questions and was wonderful! We look forward to doing this family vacation again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Harbert!

We loved our stay at this house. We’ve stayed twice before in years past, it really is a wonderful property. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this property. All ages, 19 months to 87 years, were easily accommodated. Cherry beach is beautiful. We made use of the fire pit and screened porch. The property was very clean and well equipped. We all enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving trip

Lovely home. Went for annual family Thanksgiving a few miles away. Home was very nice, kitchen well stocked. Was perfect for my wife and I, two of our married children and their spouses and two of our teenagers. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

A wonderful place for our summer reunion (we come from both coasts), and a pleasant, roomy, comfortable house for all of us (ages 12 to 85). We like the privacy of the woodsy grounds; the big, well-equipped kitchen is great for collaborative cooking; there's excellent air-conditioning in case of need; and the beach is perfect. This was our second summer there, need I say more?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything Needed Under One Roof!

This is my family’s (12 total) second stay at this house for our summer vacation. Colleen is a pleasure to work with. She was quick to answer our questions prior to our visit, and quick to respond to our texts with questions while we were there. House was very clean and well maintained. It had plenty of supplies. The location is perfect for beaches, ice cream, and coffee. All our favorite vacation activities. Plenty of room inside, and a nice big yard for the kids to play outside. I think the deer were spying on us, as they were around often. Our grandson said several times that he wished he lived there. We will be back again if Colleen will have us. Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay! You are always welcome back any time. It’s a pleasure to host your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We stayed with a group of 10: four adults and six children ages 7 mo, 2.5, 3, 5, 8, and 11 years (cousins). It was the first time the cousins had gotten to go on vacation together and it was a wonderful time. The house provided a perfect home base for exploring the area. The bunk room was great for the older kids and the adults made good use of the upstairs bedrooms with the littlest kids. The kitchen was well stocked and allowed us to feed the whole group. One minor critical note, many of the provided pans were non-stick, and what wasn't was a little on the small side. So if you plan to fill the house and cook for the whole group, consider bringing some larger pots and pans from home. The yard was large and surrounded by forest that the kids eagerly explored and played in. The shed was just as well stocked as the kitchen. The surrounding area had lots to do, even in the off season. All in all it was a great trip and we hope to return at some point in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Glad you had fun. Thanks for the comment about the large pots. That’s something I will add!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We had a nice weeklong stay at this home, 4 adults and 5 elementary age kids. Spent lots of time at beaches, enjoyed the canopy walk and kayaking nearby Galien river, exploring antique/vintage stores, a few meals out and a few grilling at home. Home is spacious and has lovely art, we were all able to have enough space to be there together and also get alone time if needed.Highlights: well-stocked kitchen, plenty of bath towels (although only about 6 beach towels so better to pack those if you are able), great bedroom setup for families with kids, ability to bike to nearby beach on nice pedestrian trail. Cons: listing stated laundry under amenities, however there is no such thing; I decided to pack "simply" assuming I'd be able to do some laundry and re-wear clothes/swimsuit, and instead had to spend a full morning of our vacation doing tons of laundry at an expensive laundromat. It was a bummer and an unwelcome surprise. We would have packed much differently had we known this. Internet was spotty, worked well for basic vacation things but a couple of us had to work intermittently/do zoom meetings and needed to go elsewhere since it wasn't working well enough (nearby library was lovely and reliable!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Week

Everything about our week was as I had hoped. No issues getting access to the house. The driveway was hard to find. Colleen's pictures and description of the house were very accurate. We had 6 adults, and 5 children under the age of 6 in our family. And with permission from Colleen, my 86 year old mother-in-law- was able to join us for a couple of days. The house is laid out perfectly for large groups. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was in good working order. Only thing we really missed (just a bit) was a toaster, however, I didn't spend much time looking for it if it was there. The yard and the back deck were our favorite areas to spend time, with plenty of seats and room for the kids to run and play. Cherry Beach and Warren Dunes State Park were the beaches we used and not once were we disappointed. The screened in front porch was used in the evening for playing games, and although Collen said the mosquitoes might be annoying, we spent several nights around the fire without any trouble. I would recommend this property, and if it works for our family to visit again, and if Colleen will have us, we would rent this house again. Thank you, Colleen for your hospitality and kindness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Thanks Sandy. We are so glad you all enjoys your vacation. The toaster is in the cabinet under the bar in the kitchen! So sorry you didn’t see it. Maybe next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family beach time

We were looking for a place to stay on Lake Michigan. We have been going up to this area for 19 years. We like to be within walking distance to the beach. This location was not as close as we had hoped. One message we received was that we would have a parking pass for free private beach parking, another said it was two blocks away. There was no parking pass and the parking at Cherry Beach was $15.00. The lot filled up quickly and there was not a place to park. The actual walking distance was .77 miles. This was too far for our two year old granddaughter. We did end up going to Harbert Beach where we were able to park along the road and walk a short distance to the beach. This beach was a bit smaller, but we were able to set up a sun shelter and chairs. The beaches here in this area are beautiful with lots of sand. The house itself was lovely with a large well kept lawn, an out door deck and a screened in deck. There was lots of space for people to spread out and enjoy the indoors or outdoors. We had an issue with the smoke alarm batteries causing them to beep, but the owners were helpful with directions on how to replace the batteries. If we had known the issue of the distance to the beach and limited parking, we would have planned better for transporting our children, chairs and shelter to the beach. We all liked the house a lot and would book it again. There also lovely wineries, restaurants, and bakeries nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home had everything we needed. Enjoyed the deer and turkeys going through the yard daily. First time our family was able to explore this part of Michigan and we will come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2026
Thanks for the nice review. We would welcome your family back any time! There’s a lot to see and do in Michigan!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd time staying at this house, and again it didn’t disappoint. We have 6 adults and our 6 grandchildren, and there was plenty of space for all of us. Plenty of towels and beach towels, and the kitchen is well stocked. I would recommend supplying a spatula for turning pancakes and a pair of scissors. Maybe we just didn’t see them. Close to Warren Dunes State Park where we spent a lot of our time. Beach is just Beautiful! The yard is wonderful for the kids to get out and play without disturbing anyone. We got home on Saturday and the grandkids are asking how long until we get to go again. Coleen is a very good communicator, and answered immediately when we couldn’t find the WiFi password. She also emailed us on checkin day saying the house was ready ahead of schedule if we wanted to get in early. Our 91 year old great-grandma was able to join us for the day, so we took advantage and celebrated Christmas in July.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2026
Sandy…sorry you couldn’t find those utensils you mentioned. There’s a drawer in the kitchen labeled “utensils “ and there are a few spatulas and scissors in there. Next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Thank you

Coleen & Joe's property was a great choice for our annual friends end of summer getaway. The house was as advertised, clean, spacious, functional, and private. All attending were comfortable and enjoyed their time there. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family spot.

This a big, beautiful home. Great kitchen, roomy bedrooms. The best feature is the huge yard and deck, plus Cherry Beach on Lake Michigan is a 1 minute car ride away. Warren Dunes State Park is about 10 minutes away. Coleen and Joe were very responsive. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great house!

Our group of 8 spanning three generations had a great week here, and we thought the photos didn’t do the house justice. There was plenty of room for a big crew, with a pleasant outdoor deck and a big open common room for socializing. We appreciated the assortment of family games and the well-equipped kitchen, since we love to cook (ask Colleen about the hidden utensil drawer)! It’s a short drive or bike ride to lovely Cherry Beach - it’s also walkable but less pleasant. Beach sunsets are a must!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent property!

Our group consisted of four adults, and seven children and we all were able to sleep comfortably. We enjoyed taking the trail to the beach, and evenings around the fire pit. The owner had fantastic communication with me. We hope to come back again next summer! Thank you, Colleen for sharing your wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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beach house

Enjoyed the property, spacious , clean and had everything that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect getaway

This was our second time renting this house. It's the perfect space for a large group. House was super clean and stocked with everything you would need. Communication with Coleen was amazing, always got right back to you. Our family enjoyed the fire pit almost every night. You can't go wrong by renting this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Awesome family getaway!

We had a wonderful family vacation. The house was very clean and well equipped. The back deck and yard was beautiful. This was our first time in Michigan and enjoyed the awesome beaches, breweries, and shopping in St Joseph’s. I would highly recommend this property. Coleen the owner was very responsive…. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Loved it!

We will be back! This location is perfect and had enough space for all of us. We loved that there were little touches, like toys for my 3 yr old and a pack in play in case we had forgotten. Even though the weather was not so great, we were able to explore Cherry beach, which was a nice, quiet change of pace from the New Buffalo beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our family weekend at Lake Michigan

What a relaxing, and enjoyable visit we had at your home. We made a few stops along the way visiting the Neil Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta, OH and then at the LaPorte County Society Historical Museum, in LaPorte, IN. We arrived late afternoon, only with a slight delay to find the specific location, but we blame that on our GPS missing the turn. Once we located the driveway which is slightly hidden by the trees, it was easy from there. The house and large yard, were just as we pictured. Even though the weather was a bit cool, we were warmed by the welcoming environment of your home. Everything was bright and clean as we walked through the house. The grandchildren couldn't wait to explore and pick out their rooms for the weekend! The open concept was perfect for meals in the kitchen as our grand kids enjoyed their breakfasts of scrambled eggs, bacon, and pancakes at the large breakfast bar. In the evenings we all enjoyed games played in the living room area. And on Sunday afternoon, what an great time our family had at a beach we discovered in St. Joseph with playground, beach amenities, and splash pad for the grand kids. A few of the adults also took quiet walks along Cherry Beach, which was very close to the house. Sunday evening we cooked out with the provided grill and played corn hole and tossed frisbee. Thank you Coleen for such an wonderful weekend! We would recommend your home to anyone looking for a time to bond with and reconnect with family.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2021
David, I’m so glad you enjoyed the weekend. The weather didn’t slow you guys down one bit! We love it when people feel comfortable, relaxed and connected to family! You are welcome to come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great!

House was as expected. Cleaned and spacious for my whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfy, clean, well-appointed home

Very nice home with everything we needed from kitchen supplies to beach towels to games. Cherry Beach is described as a 10 minute walk away, but part of the walk is along busy Red Arrow Highway so we opted to drive. It’s a great beach for swimming. Warren Dunes State Park was only ten minutes’ drive and worth the $9 entry fee - lots of fun waves, dunes for climbing, concessions and new bathrooms. Thanks, Coleen for sharing your vacay home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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