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1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat

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Exterior
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
Living Room
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a chandelier.
A cozy room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, and a small table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Vegetarian breakfast available

Explore the area

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Coloma, MI
  • Place, Contessa Wine Cellars
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Level Guest Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Garden Level Main Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft Area Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Main Level Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Main Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Garden Level Master Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Main Level Guest Bathroom 3

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Level Master Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Second Level Bathroom 4

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

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About the area

Coloma

Located in Lake Michigan Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Map
Coloma, MI

What's nearby

  • Contessa Wine Cellars - 14 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Silver Beach - 14 min drive - 19.7 km
  • South Beach - 19 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Andrews University - 20 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 27 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dimaggios Pizza & Burgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hot Spot - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Easy Street Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Gazebo @ Paw Paw Lake Golf Club - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat on 13 Nov 2026 start from £7,942, 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 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat located?

Located in Lake Michigan Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Harbor Shores Golf Club and Little Paw Paw Lake. Paw Paw Lake and Sarett Nature Center are also within 9 miles (15 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and stunning space. It felt so special to be able to stay here! The house was perfectly clean and had everything we could think to ask for. The beach was quiet and private, which was exactly what our family wanted. And we loved ringing the church bell! Thank you so much to our hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Alicia, and your delightful family were the perfect guests! We are so happy that you enjoyed our property and your stay. You left it as if it was your own. it appeared as if no one had stayed there. We would welcome you back anytime..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space

The “Church” was absolutely stunning. There was plenty of room for our family to spread out. Everything was perfect. We hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private beach getaway.

The “Church” had a lot of character. The outdoor space was just as impressive. There was plenty of space for our family of ten. The private beach access was the highlight of our trip. It was like we had the lake to ourselves. The wagon and beach chairs were a bonus. Communication with the owner was top-notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away

Private beach was truly private. Very relaxing and not crowded with tourists. Property manager was helpful with restaurants and things to do. Check in several times when she saw that there were bad storms overnight to insure everything was alright. Most VRBO hosts are property managers that have FAQ lists when you make inquiries. Our hosts made the visit special. Would rent from them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Richard, Donna, their friends and family were world class guests. They were very appreciative of our effort to make their stay special. The respect they showed for our property was remarkable and didn’t go unnoticed. When we returned, it didn’t look like anybody had even stayed there - nothing better! I would welcome Rick and Donna back at anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family summer vacation 2023

This beautifully restored church beach home has so much to offer. So many cool antiques and modern amenities. Our family was totally enthralled with the uniqueness and history of this former church and its many treasures inside and out. The private beach is gorgeous and we spent many hours enjoying Lake Michigan with our family. We had lots of fun and made lasting memories that we will be able to share for years to come. Roe was an incredible host and which made our stay very enjoyable. We were so glad we were able to meet her. She was very attentive to anything that came up and gave us good recommendations for restaurants and things to do in the area. St. Joe is a lovely beach town and the carousel by the beach did not disappoint. We highly recommend this charming church house. You will be glad you vacationed there! Tina and Mike🏖️☀️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, coolest home with gracious and communicative host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
An absolutely wonderful family who I would welcome back any time. The perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

STUNNING

We had a wonderful time in Roe's home, it is full of character and love. She was communicative and incredibly generous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Joyful space

We had a great time staying at the church. It was cozy and comfortable. Worked well for our needs to spend some time reflecting and planning around our creative work together. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook full meals. Hosts were very communicative. Lovely spot for a retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Property, Great Character, Great Location

We really enjoyed this property. Perfect for a family of 8 adults. Great layout and very unique and charming, all the way to the bell tower!. Loved the private beach and the proximity to St. Joe's, South Harbor and the dunes. Roe was great to work with and very accommodating. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best home away from home

We had an amazing trip. Such a special home with so many fun details. Communication with the owner was top- notch and so helpful on planning for the trip and helping find things to do. Roe is the hostess with the mostest!!! While the weather was not perfect, we still got to enjoy the beach a few days including breathtaking sunsets. Full kitchen allowed us to cook great morning meals and dinner a few nights. Doordash and Instacart were avaliable, and a 15-20 min drive got us to all the shopping, eating and golf we could dream of. We will definitely return to this gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Space

Roe has a wonderful property here that has been tastefully renovated. Lots of space to spread out and enjoy family time. We particularly liked the sun / tv room which has lots of light, great forested views and a fire place. We were too late in the season to spend much time on the beach, but we did catch a couple very pretty sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2020
Thank you so much for your glowing review. We really appreciate it and most of all are truly happy that you enjoyed our property. And again thank you for taking such good care of it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

The home is beautiful and well-kept. The history of the move of the church and conversion into a home is fascinating. Roe is very friendly and responsive to questions. There isn't much to do in the immediate area, but if you want to enjoy the serenity and have a house where everyone can congregate to spend time together, this is it.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2020
Thank you Jeanne for the very thoughtful review. We loved having you and your family stay at our house. Thank you for choosing us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Surf Sanctuary

This is a lovely and interesting property. The old world charm is something not seen too often these days! The owner was very communicative and helpful. She did have AC installed recently which was a nice addition with the very hot and humid weather we experienced. It was wonderful to have a beach...many lake houses have lost their beaches with the high water. I would recommend this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2020
Sarah, Thank you you very much for the very thoughtful review. You and your family still remain our favorite most respectful renters! Thank you again for the card you took of our property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our family in this beautifully restored church and home. It is even more impressive than the online pictures. The owner was wonderful to work with. This unique property afforded us a week we’ll never forget.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Love!

We loved staying in this beautifully restored church. So unique -- Roe kept the best of the old and integrated it with the new. Lots of gathering spaces for our family to gather indoors or out yet lots of privacy offered as well --beautiful bedrooms and update bathrooms. Beach access with kayaks. Roe is a joy to talk to and very responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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