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Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a black coffee table, and a yellow chair.
A small, single-story house with a dark blue exterior, white shutters, and a bright yellow front door.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, and a yellow door in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A bunk bed with a patterned mattress in a room with a carpeted floor and a window with blinds.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Benton Harbor, MI
  • Place, Lake Michigan College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, 12 Corners Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Harbor Shores Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan

Family friendly modern cottage located in Benton Harbor/St. Joseph area with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. 10 min drive to the beach, wineries, local restaurants, and everything SW Michigan has to offer. Also, very close to the Blue Dress Barn Wedding venue.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
No long term bookings (over 7 nights)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3597517vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Benton Harbor

Benton Harbor is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Beach and Lake Michigan. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and Box Factory for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Michigan College - 3 min drive - 5.3 km
  • 12 Corners Vineyards - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake Bluff Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Silver Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Fortune Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grand Crossing Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy modern cottage in the heart of SW Michigan located?

Situated in Benton Harbor, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Intercare Community Health Network and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Harbor Shores Golf Club. Silver Beach and Lake Michigan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

7.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Great weekend trip!

Stayed here for a quick weekend trip to Michigan to go to St. Joseph’s beach. Was a great, quiet location and had everything we needed. Communicated with the host before the stay about some amenities and got very quick and helpful replies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place. Was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy P.

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

Nice house near st Joe

We had a lovely stay at this property! House is a little off the beaten path but we felt safe. Air conditioning unit worked really well and the fan in the bedroom was great. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Wedding weekend

The property was clean and comfortable and was all we needed for a couple of nights. It was as described in the listing.It seems to be a little hidden gem as other properties on the same street appear dilapidated and neglected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Clean, not comfy

This home was generally neat and clean and communication with the host was great! The home is a little warm in the summer, though the home has a window unit that worked well. There were a couple of drawbacks - the beds were not very comfortable and we noticed several spiders throughout the home. There were also no bath products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash) and the location is a little isolated. Not a terrible stay, but could have been more comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Crystal A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Listing isn’t as described….

First off the host is decently nice! The property is absolutely not as described. The listing states “air condition” there is a small window unit in the living room. There is zero central air or units in the bedrooms. Small bugs in the first bedroom. Ant invasion in the bathroom! Zero trash in bathroom, which is bothersome as a woman. Was told ubering to the local “Blue Dress Barn shouldn’t be a problem” but it was! Getting an Uber anywhere was an absolute nightmare. Neighbor is probably a member of the Clampett family! My biggest complaint is the listing states wheelchair or handicap suitable. There is a slope in the main room that your wheelchair will continuously roll down. That is if you are able to wheel yourself up the 3 front door steps as there is no ramp. You will need to get out of your wheelchair to get into the bathroom because the entry space between the bath and washing area isn’t big enough. Overall, if you need additional accommodations, like a wheelchair, this isn’t for you. My husband ended up booking a local hotel that had accommodations for me. I did message the host telling her about the bugs and ubering situation and was told “sorry it didn’t work out”.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2024
Crystal, thank you for your review. We will address some of the issues you noted. The property is not wheelchair accessible, but the listing did not note that it was. It is a small house in the countryside.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Valerie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I definitely would have chosen a different destination had I known that the ONLY window air was a 10,000 btu window which is suitable for up 300sq ft. It was a disgusting 81 degrees in there for our first evening and night. I understand the area is expensive and a huge tourist attraction, however inadequate air conditioning and only two ceiling fans is unacceptable. The host was contacted and offered cancellation (still charging us for 1 night and the cleaning fee) but it was the 4th of July weekend and no where in the price range was available without risking worse conditions. Two hours were spent looking for another option with no empathy from host regarding time and hassle. Ended up spending extra for two fans and having to use extra bedding as window covers to help block the sun as there are no curtains. Country side? No….. high crime and extremely desolated area. If you don’t mind sweating profusely and extra roommates, it’s perfect for you! Bugs galore!! Ants, beetles, spiders, mosquitoes are the true full time residents. Probably entering through the gaps around the front/back door and window air that all let the sun shine through. Clean? For the most part, again if you’re ok sharing your bed with insects and don’t mind cleaning the drop of blood or stool that was left on the side of bathtub. The water stinks and leaves an oily film. The floor is uneven and whatever type of flooring was used is screwed in. Looks cute and clean! Looks can be deceiving.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house in Benton Harbor. We were playing golf in the area and it was a good central location to a ton of beautiful courses. The backyard is huge and has a really nice fire pit area. Host was very easy to reach and talked us through minor snag getting checked in. Would highly recommend this host and house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Agnes K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

Cute cozy house

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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