The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.
Benton Harbor
The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.
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.
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 10 Nov, 2026 start from S$13,667, 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.
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..
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.
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.
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🏖️☀️
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.
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!!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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
Barbara B.
23 Aug, 2017
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!