Title: The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059188&destination=Benton+Harbor%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=109860139&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. (Benton Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109860200/109860139/e9139c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. (Benton Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109860200/109860139/76235d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. (Benton Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109860200/109860139/e1869a71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. (Benton Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109860200/109860139/19d66d3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. (Benton Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109870000/109860200/109860139/w1199h800x0y0-83497c5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Blue Heron, a 4-bed haven with panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Enjoy your private beach, beautifully landscaped oasis and spacious interior featuring a 12-person dining table. Explore nearby wineries and boutiques or unwind in the hot tub on the private deck. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. Bask in panoramic views at this 4-bed, 3-bath home which overlooks Lake Michigan. "The Blue Heron" boasts your own private beach, large backyard, beautifully landscaped oasis and a spacious, thoughtfully furnished interior including a 12-person dining table. When finished enjoying the beautiful beach, step out and explore the numerous wineries, golf courses and boutiques nearby. 3,000 square foot space with indoor fireplace, year round sun room and all the amenities to enjoy indoors and out We live in Indianapolis and can be reached by phone or text at anytime. We do have a local property manager that will be your contact for any house issues that may arise and to serve as your local contact Guests will have full private access to enjoy the entire home and property, including the private beach. Guests will access the home via a smartlock using a secure code which will be sent via email. Perfect location, just minutes from downtown St. Joseph, and Silver Beach, which boasts a beautiful public beach complete with carousel and splash pad for kids. The beautiful fall foliage and festive winter environment make this home a year round destination. Beautiful indoor stone fireplace helps keep everyone warm and cozy on cold Michigan evenings. OUTDOOR OASIS: Private deck, gas grill, hot tub, fire table, beach towels, yard & garden, private beach views/access. INDOOR FEATURES: 3 Smart TVs, stone fireplace, board games, books, dining table, garage equipped with indoor basketball, ping pong and TV lounge area. KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, Crockpot, water filter/ice maker, cooking basics, dish ware/flatware, high chair available BEDROOMS: Bedroom Suite 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed w/ Twin Trundle, Twin/Full Bunk Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Office: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play GENERAL: Free WiFi (high speed), central air conditioning/heating, washer/dryer, linens/towels, iron/board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, 2 steps to enter, single-story home, grab rails in shower PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), no street parking This luxury lakefront property is very welcoming to groups of 12\. Two outdoor dining areas and a large backyard make it a perfect location for enjoying the the outdoors right on the property. A brand new set of stairs to the beach were installed in March of 2025 with a beautiful 16x16 deck overlooking the lake. The stairs are gradual with resting spots along the way. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115920000/115911700/115911650/5ac795e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Evergreen Lodge - Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub or smores by the fire! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 951fa2b5-bb58-4713-8b0a-e4cf1d043490 ## About the area Located in Benton Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. [Visit our Benton Harbor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benton-Harbor.dx6059188) [View more Holiday homes in Benton Harbor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benton-Harbor-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6059188-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.17516%2C-86.42316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jupj82jAuAItJSznQfRN2-4DZwY=) Benton Harbor, MI ### What's nearby - ![St Joseph Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626229529445945/c763ba85-5e9d-4eb0-8189-d2a495932ae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Bluff Park 8 min drive \- 6.8 miles - ![Glass of red wine with brie cheese against view of beach and Baltic see. Beach with white sand, pine tree and blue sea or ocean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658952/96013df3-fb71-422d-a057-f7de9199dc6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) White Pine Winery 8 min drive \- 7.0 miles - ![Great place to get photos. Windy days and sunsets are the best!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130190/31db27c6-a25e-4497-9d4b-73581e65b9dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Silver Beach 9 min drive \- 7.2 miles - ![Bright colorful graffiti wall art, dreamlike atmosphere, soft shadows](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658954/414c441a-ee71-430f-858c-e54f31eb3088.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Box Factory for the Arts 9 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Harbor Shores Golf Club 7 min drive \- 5.5 miles ### Getting around - St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station 9 min drive ### Restaurants - Grand Crossing Bar & Grill 11 min drive - Riverside Tavern 5 min drive - Anemel 8 min drive - Vineyard 2121 9 min drive - North Pier Brewing Company 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub and fireplace pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub and fireplace? ### What time is check-out at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub and fireplace? ### Where is The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub and fireplace located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home. Just pack your clothes and everything else you need is there, including beach towels and chairs. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely property & home with a spectacular lake view. So glad we were able to spend our holiday here! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### James G. 14 Aug 2025 #### Our blue heron visit Wonderful place with plenty of room and many extra items include included. Toys for the kids towels, beach chairs, and a well stocked coffee bar. ##### James G. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben D. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My family loved our stay at the Blue Heron! Plenty of room for guests, a great kids room, lots of games and toys (the whole family loved the ping pong), beautiful private beach, and relaxing hot tub. The house was clean and well maintained. The communication was great, too. We can’t wait to come back! ##### Ben D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly H. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kelly The house was wonderful, the inside was clean and spacious. There was a number of amenities that were provided by the host; bathroom towels, beach towels, bath products, a number of utensils and cookware, coffees, teas, games to name a few things. The host was very easy to get ahold of and the very minor things that came up during our stay were resolved very quickly. There are a few stairs to get down to the beach, we enjoyed counting them, but there are benches and landings all the way up to rest if needed. I highly recommend this property and we can’t wait to come back ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/92d069b1-a841-4970-bc91-f1eb394b870a-1751230505526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f1b439ad-7429-4629-ba31-2b94f344b0b0-1751230503374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2b36b80a-6487-4363-8bb8-2247c71bd2b2-1751230509232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/be144109-24e3-412c-9e42-659221cf5595-1751230508450.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kelly H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie L. 6 Aug 2025 #### End of summer getaway to paradise! The Blue Heron absolutely surpassed our expectations! Our family of four traveled with another family of four, and no one wanted to leave the property for the duration of our stay (kids included)! We were greeted with a lovely welcome gift, and immediately noticed the stunning views! The beach is beautiful, and the privacy provides such a serene, peaceful atmosphere. Having two master suites was so convenient! The beds are very comfortable, and the hot tub is the perfect way to unwind at the end of a long day, or start the day with coffee and a gorgeous sunrise over the water. The kitchen is well-stocked and spacious, and we enjoyed the ease of cooking meals together without feeling like we were constantly in each other's way or on top of one another. The beach towels sand toys provided for the kids were much appreciated, as well as the firewood for a lovely beach bonfire in the evenings. We were able to get to restaurants and stores, if needed, within 10 minutes or less, but honestly we didn't leave the property often. We would definitely return in the future! ##### Katie L. ---