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Lake House Retreat with a Pool

Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Outdoor pool
Interior
Overlooking beautiful Lake Chapin, this southwestern Michigan retreat offers ample space for families and friends to unwind. Enjoy swimming, fishing or kayaking from the private dock, then relax by the in-ground pool overlooking the lake. Two spacious decks provide scenic views of the lake while a modern kitchen is stocked with all essentials.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake House Retreat with a Pool

Unwind with family and friends as you overlook the beautiful scenery of Lake Chapin. This southwestern Michigan retreat offers abundant indoor and outdoor living space for the whole family.

This lakefront retreat offers everything you need for the perfect getaway—swim, fish, kayak, or leap off the dock right from your backyard. Enjoy your own private in-ground pool with sweeping lake views, open from Memorial Day weekend through September 30. Two spacious decks span the back of the home, ideal for outdoor dining, relaxing with family, or soaking in unforgettable sunsets over the water. Guests are also welcome to park their personal boat at the dock in the backyard, or rent a boat from a local vendor.

The home's 1st floor offers a modern kitchen fully stocked with all cookware, utensils, coffee maker, crock pot, Keurig, etc. The 1st floor also includes a formal dining room, two separate living room areas with two smart TVs ready to connect to your streaming service and a bedroom with queen bed with a lake view and slider doors to the deck. The 2nd floor offers a master bedroom w/ a full bathroom, a bedroom with a queen bed, a separate full bathroom, and a kid's room with bunk beds, trundle bed and twin bed. The basement offers a secondary master bedroom w/ a full bathroom and a recreation room. The recreation room includes a pool table, Simpsons Arcade Game for 4 players, a couch, and a TV. Both the basement master bedroom and rec room have doors that lead out to the lower deck and pool.

Among the many tourist attractions in southwestern Michigan, this property is located within a 20-30 minute driving distance to over a dozen of Michigan's best wineries open year round. Guests can explore the various wineries, sign up for a local wine tour, or hire a local driver service to take you to the wineries you want to go.

The house location also sits in close proximity to some of the best southwestern Michigan beaches, state parks, breweries, distilleries, golf course, farmers markets, and fresh produce picking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No smoking of any kind in the house.
No one older than 12 years old and over 150 lbs. may sleep in the bunk beds.
No fireworks

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Berrien Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chapin - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Andrews University - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • University of Notre Dame - 23 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 26 min drive - 26.1 miles
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 35 min drive - 32.6 miles

Getting around

  • Niles Station - 19 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Burgers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Baguette de France - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lehman's Orchard Brewery & Farmhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪River Saint Joe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake House Retreat with a Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lake House Retreat with a Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake House Retreat with a Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House Retreat with a Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake House Retreat with a Pool located?

This family-friendly Berrien Springs vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Chapin, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve and Steinbauer Lake. Walton Bridge Park and E B Clark Woods are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Lake House Retreat with a Pool Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Great space for 4 families

We enjoyed our stay at this place. The host was very communicative and informative. The only thing we would have loved was the weather to be warmer so we could have enjoyed the amazing deck space more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn N.

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

Wonderful

The VRBO was in a quiet beautiful location and was pictures were consistent. Very clean and perfect for my mom 50th biethday weekend for wine tasting. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Family getaway

Four retired couples, plenty of room and very comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Still Outstanding!

Our 5th visit over the years to this beautiful home and we’ve NEVER been disappointed - absolutely outstanding in every respect! Great location on Lake Chapin, fantastic fishing, and caring hosts, it just can’t get any better! Highly recommend and plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for our annual family reunion. Our grandkids really enjoyed the pool! I also was able to bring a pontoon boat and keep it at the dock. Lake Chapin was quiet , good for cruises and tubing. The large driveway was a plus as it could accommodate my boat trailer and vehicle without having to unhook. Having two dryers was also a plus as we had our own beach towels to manage on a daily basis. The location is somewhat distant from the local towns for quick runs to a store or restaurant but overall a really great place. The host Mike was very good with info and local guidance. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Weekend away

Had a wonderful time.the house is lovely and in a great location. We had 8 adults and there was plenty of room for all. The kitchen was well stocked and made cooking and socializing easy. We didn't have the best weather so the fact that we could enjoy each others company indoors, play games etc without feeling overly crowded was a plus. Neighbor was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

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

Great house

Great house for a weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

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

Notre Dame Lake Weekend

Great stay at this lakefront oasis. Enjoyed the pool and lake. Great host and an even better Irish win!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Girls Wine Weekend

Great house for our friends to stay at for quick wine weekend! Loved the fire pit, watching geese on lake and the overall vibe of house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

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

Amazing getaway

This was the perfect place to get away and spend time as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Outstanding Visit!

Fourth year in a row staying at this beautiful house while fishing Lake Chapin. Everything about the property is absolutely outstanding, and everything about the host is absolutely top notch! Looking forward to returning again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Great Visit

Nice spacious and clean house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina K., Bramley, Reading, United Kingdom

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

Excellent Stay

Great few days spent at the house whilst checking out the Michigan wine scene. Short drive to most vineyards for our designated driver. Easy check in and lots of space for all the family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Fishing getaway

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAREK A.

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

House was very clean and up to date. We really enjoyed our stay.

loved our stay, check in and out was fast and easy. Very quiet neighborhood. will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

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

Beautiful stay

Thank you for the wonderful stay! We loved the house. It was great having all the space we needed for our large family party. We loved all the fun games in the basement, and even had a great day in the pool when it was sunny! Fishing off the dock was a trip highlight. My only caveat is that the lake is more like a larger river. Some of my family members wanted to go swimming but it wasn’t really conducive to that. But it would be a great spot for a kayak or small fishing boat! Thank you again to our incredible hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful time at this property! It is beautiful and well kept. By far once of the nicest places I have stayed with a large group. Would 100% recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nona R.

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

Nice getaway with family

Great weather and stay with family. Home was large and well appointed; there were many areas inside and outside the home to entertain us. Was a little disappointed that lake wasn't swim friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Fantastic Space!

This property was exactly as described. The house was well equipped, internet reliable, setting wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kena G.

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

Highly recommend!

Beautiful views of the lake, very well maintained, and clean. We were quite comfortable at this home and would highly recommend it for lake fun or local wine tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Quite

Took my family out there and it was wonderful and such a beautiful house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Great property

Everything was great. Our large family had plenty of room and really enjoyed the beautiful pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelin M.

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

Great House

We had a great weekend away. The house was very clean and accurately matched the pictures. The hosts were kind and responsive. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary T., Indianapolis, Indiana

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

Wonderful serenity

This is a beautiful property that was so relaxing and fun. Pool area was fabulous along with the location. House was great and so was property owner. Definitely would highly recommend it for anyone. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera S.

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

Amazing pool and view

Everything is clean and nice we enjoyed our time! Except there is alot of bugs and mosquitos
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023