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Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Kitchen
Washer
Parking available
Fireplace

Explore the area

Benton Harbor, MI

Harbor Shores Golf Club
‪5 min drive‬
White Pine Winery
‪7 min drive‬
Silver Beach
‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard

Newly renovated, pet friendly home with fenced in back yard, fire pit, large shaded patio with grill, and fully equipped kitchen. Property is close enough to Lake Michigan to hear the waves and is a short walk/ride to the Lakeview Bike Trail featuring walking paths and a new mountain bike trail. Short drive to downtown Saint Joseph, 2 miles to closest public beach Rocky Gap Park, and 3 miles from the Harbor Shores Golf Club. Master bed features a desk/vanity with connected bathroom. Perfect for wine tasting, weddings, or family vacations.

Property manager

Corey and Diana Gooden

Premier Host

Languages

Croatian

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Benton Harbor

Benton Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

Harbor Shores Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
White Pine Winery - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
Silver Beach - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
12 Corners Vineyards - 13 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

‪Grand Crossing - ‬9 min drive
‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬7 min drive
‪Clementines Too - ‬8 min drive
‪Blossom Trails Golf Club - ‬9 min drive
‪Chatterbox - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-friendly home near Lake Michigan with fenced in back yard located?

Situated in Benton Harbor, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Harbor Shores Golf Club. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and John EN Howard Bandshell are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

matthew g.

20 Jun, 2025

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

Great place you're Benton harbor for families to stay

We stayed here with our four kids (12-2), and they all had a blast. The home was super clean and everyone fit comfortably into their bedrooms. The enclosed backyard and fire pit made for a fun play time and s'mores after dinner. Will definitely be staying here again when we come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven m.

31 May, 2025

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

The Perfect Spot

This place is THE perfect spot if you're in town for a wedding or just enjoying the Michgan beaches. We were there for a wedding at Stonegate Manor which is 4 minutes away . The beaches are even closer. We travelled with my mom and our dog and everyone was happy withe their space. Lots of games and stuff if you have kids with you.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla K.

13 Jul, 2024

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

Girls Trip

Wonderful place to stay! Nice quiet area and house has lots to offer!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

17 Jun, 2025

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

Corey sent detailed information regarding the entry to the home beforehand. The house is adorable. We especially loved the TV room filled with games for all ages. The amenities in this home are extra ordinary... Everything from s'mores to baby stuff to extra tooth brushes was provided. The large fenced in back yard made us comfortable with four grandkids ages 4-10. Definitely would return!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

6 Jun, 2024

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

Nice place

Nice place, large back yard for dogs to run

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

12 Aug, 2023

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

Great Family Trip

Very well maintained home, clean, great amenities. My family loved it here for the three nights we stayed. Close to the beach, shops & dining. We were able to bring our dog which was great! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

25 Oct, 2023

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

Perfect for our needs

We had a family wedding in the area. This was the perfect place for a quiet place to stay and feel at home.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

30 Sept, 2024

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

St Joe wedding

Our family was in St Joe for a wedding (with our dog!) and this home was perfect. Nice fenced in yard, well equipped and stocked. Very clean. Made for a comfortable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

2 Aug, 2023

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

Lovely home!

Everything you could need was here and within a short drive to the beach. Would definitely come back :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

3 Feb, 2024

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

Attentive hosts!

The property is immaculate, spacious and beautiful! It is conveniently located. The hosts are incredibly attentive and have thought of every last detail :)

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

June C.

15 Aug, 2024

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

Summer family fun trip

The home was perfect for our intended use and locale. The home was very well-kept and clean with thoughtful amenities for young families. The fenced yard was ideal for our small pets and small kids. After each day’s excursion we would enjoy the yard for ball play amongst all.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben w.

20 Aug, 2023

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

Couldn’t be better

The location was perfect for what we were looking for. Close to Benton Harbor and St Joseph, but in a quiet neighborhood just 5 minutes to the north. The house was clean and the amenities were wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

1 Jul, 2024

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

Family getaway

The property was well equiped for a small family. Many amendities. Large deck with seating. Convient and good location. Easy to work with owner good communicator.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James O.

19 Aug, 2024

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

St. Joe/Benton Harbor vacation

This was a family vacation in southwestern Michigan and our first time using a VRBO property. The facility was as described and perfect for our family. The backyard was gorgeous and the hosts provided all the amenities needed to make our stay even more carefree and enjoyable. We were delighted at the fenced in yard which allowed us to bring our beloved pet. We would definitely stay at this property again and will use VRBO for future travels!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

20 May, 2024

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

Convenient to St. Joseph

The property was spotless. Fenced in yard was great - we took our dog with us. Host provided niceties - hot chocolate mix and ingredients for smores around the fire pit. Very convenient to St. Joseph, MI and the beaches there.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

13 Aug, 2023

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

Very nice house in Benton Harbor

We had a lovely stay at this property. The place was spacious and immaculately clean. There were small hiccups that were taken care of immediately, as Corey was very communicative.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

88jgrizz

26 Jun, 2024

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

Great house

House was the perfect size for 4 adults and 3 younger children and 2 small dogs. The kids loved all the games and especially the legos. House had everything you needed. Fenced in yard was perfect for the dogs and kids. Very nice home

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

21 Oct, 2024

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

Over the Top

I say over the top because this house has everything!!! And the host supplies items right down to pen and paper for making grocery lists!!! We had a wonderful stay and will stay again. Very roomy, bright, and it felt like home. It was nice enough to sit on the patio and play with our dogs in the yard. I can't express enough how thoroughly pleased and happy I was to stay at such a lovely place!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

25 Apr, 2024

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

Excellent home for extended stay!

My husband, dog and I drove from NC to Michigan for a work trip. We all enjoyed staying at this awesome home for 15 days. Our dog loved the fenced in backyard and the home was extremely comfortable and met all of our needs. We would definitely stay here again for a vacation! Hosts are extremely responsive, but we truly did not need to contact them often because the home had everything we needed! Visiting Silver Beach and Downtown St. Joseph are a must! Home is in a great location and close to everything.

Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Great Time

This was a great place to stay. We did a short 3 day vacation with our son, his wife and 4 children. The area had plenty for them to do with the beach, carrousel, pizza etc. When we came back to the house there were plenty of games for inside and outside. The kids absolutely loved the smores bar! We even had a firepit because the wood is kept dry in the garage. On top of all that the house was well stocked with supplies and we didn't need to buy anything, This house is VRBO done right! Good job guys!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail P., Oak Park, IL

19 Aug, 2023

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

The perfect family vacation

LOVED this property! Had everything we needed for a week-long family vacation with two Littles (3yo and 5yo). Kitchen was well-stocked including those little extras like salt/pepper, cooking oil, foil, some cleaning supplies, and house had lots of extra amenities including games and toys - enough to keep my monsters occupied during 2 rainy days! Super close to our fave super secret beach - Rocky Gap and only 3 minutes into St Joe for great dinner. Furniture was comfortable and plenty of room for us all to spread out. Mattresses were very comfy. House was extremely clean. We had a wonderful time!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sherri R.

9 Jul, 2024

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

60th Birthday Celebration!!

House was spotless however the beds were unacceptable! For two couples the master bedroom bed was just ok however the second bed was horrible as are guests did not sleep well!The third bedroom had bunk beds not suitable for a couple! Its unfortunate because we would definitely stay here again if they put some nice beds in here! For a family with kids its perfect getaway however for all adults if you value sleep I wouldnt advise! If they upgraded the beds we would definitely be here year after year! Love the area the house has just about everything you need! The back deck is very nice and yard is spacious as well!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

15 Nov, 2024

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

The Best VRBO we have ever stayed at.

Wow I can’t say enough good things about not this rental. Corey was terrific and the cleaniness of the home was amazing. If you come to St Joe I hope you are lucky enough to rent this fabulous home. Jim

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey D.

27 Oct, 2024

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

Lovely Home in Benton Harbor

The house was lovely and perfect for our family of five and dog to spread out in. The kitchen was well stocked with anything we needed and the s'mores bar was a nice touch! Super close to St Joe and easy to get to. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

21 Oct, 2024

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

Long Weekend

Stayed here for a long weekend with my partner and our dogs. Really easy to get into town and close to Warren Dunes. The house itself was the perfect spot for just relaxing and hanging out, and the dogs loved the fenced in backyard.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024