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Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sport court
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

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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.

Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story

A two-story 4 bedroom 2 bath cottage just blocks from the beach, downtown St. Joseph, and many other attractions and points of interest. Up on the bluff, so you don’t have the crowds and the walk up the bluff to town. Perfect for one or two families. Sleeps 9, with kitchenette and breakfast nook upstairs and full kitchen and dining room downstairs. Parking for 2 cars and an easy walk to Silver Beach, Whirlpool Fountain, restaurants and many other local attractions. Free WiFi internet, Central AC. Charcoal grill. No yard but front porch for relaxing in this quiet, historic, old neighborhood in historic section of Old St Jo. This is not a commercial rental but our own home now offered to guests who appreciate homey ambiance. We are not professional rental hosts. We are an older retired couple who planned to live out our days in this house but necessity dictated a smaller one-story, so we decided to make our home available to families who want to experience old Saint Joseph as it used to be. This hundred year old house is full of good memories and we hope you enjoy adding to them.

Property manager

Chris or David Vandenburgh

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
It would be much appreciated if you would put used linens and towels into the washer and start it up.
Leaving the cottage as you found it is so helpful to our cleaning crew who are getting ready for the next guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This is an old historic neighborhood where people value privacy, quiet, and traditional village living. Please be a good neighbor. Quiet time is 10-7.
Please leave the house the way you found it. If something happens (breakage, loss, etc.) please let us know via text to Vrbo.
House parties are not allowed (they give us a bad reputation with our neighbors (and they ruin stuff)). Think “family.”

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee covers the extra cleaning necessary.

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
Property Registration Number # 76-0340-0181-00-1

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Little Cottage by the Sea
Lovely comfortable two story in historic St. Joseph neighborhood

About the neighborhood

Located in Saint Joseph, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Map
St Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Bluff Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • White Pine Winery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Silver Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 7 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Azul Tequila - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪LICKS SWEET TREATS & EATS - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clementines Too - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Silver Harbor Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story located?

Located in the heart of Saint Joseph, this golf vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of FuzzyButz Pet Bakery, Lake Michigan, and Silver Beach. Lake Bluff Park and Curious Kids' Museum are also within 5 minutes. St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Great location

Great location. Walkable to everything needed including the beach. Perfect place for a summer vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

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

Perfect beach cottage

A lovely cottage with plenty of space and beds! We loved the location and couldn’t have been happier with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Amazing place

Hospitality and location are second to none.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

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

Great location

Perfect location and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret G.

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

wonderful cottage

Perfect place to stay in St Joseph
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

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

Wedding

It was a perfect location to walk dogs and to hotel where wedding party and many guests stayed. Very relaxed plenty of room for everybody
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sami W.

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

Close to St. Joe

We loved how close it was to downtown St. Joseph and how we could walk there from the property. There was plenty of space in the rental which was also nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

The 4th

The house was charming & perfect for our extended family. Location was ideal - we could walk everywhere. We cooked most of our meals-the kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment. It was a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Great cottage and location

This cottage was delightful. Close to downtown and easy to reach the beach without driving. Plenty of room for all of us. Well stocked w/kitchen items as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D. D.

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

perfect location and very cute, quaint little cottage!

The perfect cottage for a week's stay in the cutest beach town! The ONLY thing i might critique is maybe updating some of the furniture as it has clearly had some use over the years (very obvious to see why as this is a perfect rental for the area). I'm still giving it 5 stars as it is worthy of it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

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

Week in St Joe

We loved our stay here! The property is close to all the things we love about St Joseph's, and it made for a fantastic week of family vacation! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Family fun ♥️

We have stayed at this property almost every year since 2016! We absolutely love the home and it is close to shops and downtown and the beach. Chris is always a joy to talk to and she is thoughtful and responsive. We love our trips here and recommend the property to anyone looking to explore the third coast ♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Spacious, Great Location

We always enjoy the walk-ability of St. Joe. The house is very spacious and well-taken care of. Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Annual family gathering

We have stayed at this property annually well over 10 years. Great location, easy walking to activities. We plan to return the summer of 2022.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Perfection!

Perfect place for our family vacation...we loved our stay at the cottage! All the amenities we needed were included, the house had everything and we could walk everywhere. Chris and Dave were so kind, attentive and truly the best hosts. The perfect house to stay at St. Joe’s - we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

Restful vacation

The property is close to all shops and the beach. The kitchen has everything you would need to cook and everything was very clean. Check in and out is very easy and the owner answers quickly and is a great host St. Joe had extremely hot and humid weather during our stay and I was greatful that the ac worked great The house is a nice home-away from home Hoping to stay in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin P.

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

Great location!

We had a great time in St. Joe! The house is in a fantastic location, so close to everything. David was very helpful when we had an issue with one of the TVs. He came over right away to address it and made sure we were satisfied.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

LAURA H.

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

Lovely time

Had a great time with family. Everyone had their own space. Great having 2 bathrooms. Location great for walking to town and the beach. Air conditioner kept up even on the really hot days. Needs a new couch but overall lovely.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Excellent

Cute little home in a safe, lovely, historic area. Just a short walk away from beautiful downtown St Joe and Silver Beach. So enjoyed walking on the bluff with my family. The owners responded very quickly to any inquiries and were very kind, helpful, and generous. Highly recommend this family friendly home. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Perfect!

Perfect location between beach and downtown restaurants and shops. Perfectly sized. Perfectly appointed, furnished and stocked. Perfectly clean and organized. Perfectly priced. Perfect communication with owners. Seriously - Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

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

LOVE the location!

This is our second time to stay at this property, and we absolutely love the location. Being able to walk down to the beach, to Silver Beach Pizza, to the shops and Kilwin's, and then being able to walk back "home" for a break whenever we need it is wonderful. My 3 kids also enjoy being able to have their own space and not have to share a bedroom. Chris is very easy to work with and quick to respond to questions. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Fun family getaway

We've been renting this house for 3 years now, and we're already signed up for next summer. Overall, this is a nice house with plenty of space, in good shape, and has a great location adjacent to downtown (only a 5 minute walk to the beach). It is a reasonable price for the area as well. The owners are very pleasant, organized and prompt in communications. The house is always clean and in good shape when we arrive. We look forward to our time in St. Joseph each year.

8/10 Good

Frances P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely little cottage

Stayed here on our first visit to St. Joseph for a summer family vacation. House is very well equipped and was very clean. Very close to town for restaurants, library, walking, etc. Beach is a bit far because of the railroad in-between town and the beach and a high hill, but parking at the beach is very easy and inexpensive. This is NOT a 3-bathroom house, nor is it a 2-bath plus outdoor shower as there is no outdoor shower. But the 2 full baths indoors are very clean and updated. Note that there is virtually no outdoor space except the front porch and the parking area for the 2 cars - plus the small pad where the bbq grill is. We should have been more careful about selecting someplace with a little bit of yard for the kids. Otherwise, a very comfortable place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Very nice cottage

This is our second time at this property and I was really happy that the owners had addressed our primary issue from last year (rocking toilet). The only feedback for this year is: 1. Pls include instructions on using the TV w/Roku. We don't actually use Roku - we still have Xfinity so this was very challenging even though wea re not big TV watchers - we did want to see the Democratic convention. We finally got through the correct sequence of buttons but it was a struggle to be honest. 2. There were no washcloths left out and really no extra towels at all (not what we remembered from last year). We did raid one of the owner closets to get a couple of washcloths. If these are items we need to bring (like Europe) then pls include in the listing. 3. The new wagon was great - we used every day and just put it in the back of the car each night and locked it up. thank you so much! 4. The hot water tap in the downstairs BR just started to drip the last few days. I assume you pay for water so wanted to make sure you were aware of this potential issue. Otherwise things were fine (oh there were lo9st of DVDs but no DVD player??). Great location - walked everywhere - and very quiet. Neighbor Jan from Lansing is just delightful and very friendly (we met him in the alley). Denise
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Annual stay

Love our visit to the cottage each July. Chris and Dave are great hosts. Thanks for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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