Escape to the MI Vacation Retreat, a haven for families and friends alike. This three-bedroom retreat boasts an eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar and separate dining space, perfect for mealtime gatherings. Unwind in the upstairs loft's media room or catch up on work from home with plenty of internet bandwidth.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1721 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool!
This is a townhome in Harbor Village, in St. Joseph's Harbor Shores. Jack Nicklaus' Harbor Shores Golf Course is right across the street. Three Lake Michigan beaches are less than a mile away: Silver, Tiscornia, and Jean Klock. St. Joseph and neighboring Benton Harbor are full of great shopping, restaurants, and breweries. MI Vacation Retreat wants to make Southwest Michigan a place you'll long to come back to.
We have a local property manager to address your on-site needs during your stay.
Harbor Village is a wonderful development with noteworthy destinations within a short walk - Plank's Tavern, a coffee bar, a tapas restaurant (seasonal), The Spa (manicures, pedicures, massages), and marina.
Guests have private access to the entire town house. Shared (neighborhood) space includes the pool, clubhouse, marina, and waterfront.
MI Vacation Retreat sleeps eight in three bedrooms and has three full baths. The master bedroom has a queen memory foam and gel mattress. The master bathroom has a large walk-in shower with a rain shower head and a double vanity. The upstairs loft is a kids' paradise with games and a separate media room. The loft's twin trestle beds pull out to king beds with memory foam mattresses. The main floor boasts an eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar (seating for four) and separate dining space (seating for eight), all open to the living room. The downstairs bedroom is a quiet, comfortable retreat with a queen memory foam and gel mattress. The upstairs and downstairs levels each have a separate full bathroom (upstairs: tub with shower; downstairs: shower). Guests also have a full laundry and two-car garage. Catch the sunset sitting on the front porch or watch golfers play hole #4 across the street. Guests also have plenty of internet bandwidth (gigabit) for school or office Zoom meetings. The media room also doubles as a workspace or remote classroom with desk and chair; extra pens and pencils; and printer and extra paper.
Numerous sidewalks surround the townhome, giving guests walking or biking access to nearby beaches and downtown St. Joseph. Many things, including beaches, are less than a mile from the townhome. If guests drive in and around St. Joseph, there are numerous free-all-day public parking lots.
Guests have access to an abundance of nearby outdoor activities. Directly across the street is Harbor Shores Golf Club, a public, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. MI Vacation Retreat sits at the intersection of the Paw Paw and St. Joseph Rivers; and Lake Michigan. At The Inn, a few hundred feet away, is Harbor Shores' Marina, with several for-rent boating companies. Scooter Joe's also operates out of The Inn, and guests can rent bikes (surrey bikes, beach cruisers, electric bikes, and tandem bikes), kayaks, and golf carts. Third Coast Paddling is also just around the corner and rents kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. There are miles of paved bike paths and sidewalks for running, biking, and hiking.
Please note that the HOA requires a 10 day notice prior to booking. Bookings within 10 days of the stay start date will not be approved. Guests will be required to sign a short term lease as well as a hold harmless with the HOA.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Check out is 10:00 a.m.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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
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.
About the area
Located in Saint Joseph, 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 Box Factory for the Arts. Visit our Saint Joseph travel guide
Is MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool! located?
This family-friendly Saint Joseph holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Joseph Today, Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery are also within 1 mile (2 km). St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is 19 minutes by foot.
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MI Vacation Retreat- 3 Lake Michigan beaches less than a mile away, with a pool! Reviews
Reviews
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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.
Our stay at this poverty, and in St. Joseph was an ideal vacation for our family. We have three young kids all under six. The condo was complete with plenty of games and toys, and even baby gates for the stairs! Our boys loved walking to the pool and we were able to eat in with all the kitchen amenities. The town was also super kid friendly! We loved the beaches, the children’s Museum, and the carousel! Such a wonderful place.
We had such a great time here. Was perfect for the family. Very clean and kid friendly. Close proximity to the beach and downtown area. Beautiful pool. Would definitely stay here again.
We were so pleased with the condo and all the thought that had gone into making the place feel just like home. It had everything thing we needed for our family to enjoy our stay. The kitchen had nice cookware, dishes, glasses etc. with a nice supply of spices. There were plenty of games to keep the children in our group busy. We spent most of our time at the beach with our extended family but the condo was a great place to come to at the end of the day.We would definitely recommend this wonderful place and we hope to return again to it too!
Stayed here with my family of 4 and my in-law's family of 4. Paul (property owner) and Tom (local property manager) are great to deal with and very attentive. The unit was brand new and is in excellent condition. They paid attention to detail and included many extras that other properties don't (regular coffee maker as well as Keurig, olive oil/spices, beach towels/toys, etc....I could go on for awhile)
The unit was great for our group of 8. Kids all shared the upstairs and the parents each had their own bedroom with plenty of community space. Location is great next to the marina/Inn at Harbor Shores. Fished by the marina, golfed Harbor Shores, nice community pool that was never crowded, Jean Klock Park beach is 1 mile away and doesn't get too packed. We all thoroughly enjoyed the stay and will definitely be back. Highly recommend.
A really well equipped, and labeled property. The owners have gone the extra mile to make this an extremely comfortable rental. It’s perfectly located. As a previous resident of St Joseph i couldn’t have been happier with our choice.
Lots of room and accommodation options for groups. Very well furnished. Kitchen had everything you could want.
Access to restaurants, coffee shops, bars, etc. is a little inconvenient but otherwise everything was great!
Our family, including kids and grandparents had a wonderful relaxing vacation! Our kids ages 6 and 9 loved sleeping in the loft space, playing games, and having their own bathroom. The bedroom on the middle level worked out great for grandma who couldn't repeatedly go up and down stairs. The furniture and finishes on the place are modern, comfortable, and clean! The location is close to everything, and we all loved the pool and beaches.
We had a wonderful experience. The home was clean and had so many personal touches like a coffee and tea bar, so many toys for the kids and plenty of beds for our whole family. The clubhouse pool was so close and convenient and it was also nice being so close to the harbor inn for dinners. We would highly recommend this rental.
Best communication with a property owner on a rental I've ever experienced. And the property was well stocked with everything you needed for your stay from the kitchen to beach toys.
We were impressed with this rental from the moment we heard from the property manager, Tom, as well as the owner, Paul. Their communication was excellent and they provided us with helpful information prior to our trip even beginning. They are truly invested in making this place a home away from home. This place was perfect for our family of 5 - with 3 kids ages 7, 5 and 2. All of the little details in this home make it stand out...from the coffee brew station, all the labels around the home/kitchen to make it easy to find things, kid dream loft with toys/games, beach accessories/toys, the list goes on. The pool was a great addition to our stay. It provided a nice balance between beach days and pool days. The location is perfect! We did walk to a few places but everything was less than a 5 minute drive away. We hope to be back in the future! Thank you again MI Vacation Retreat! :)
Tom and Paul/Mandi were terrific hosts. The townhouse was well equipped, very clean and a perfect location near the marina and the town of St. Joseph. We came up one fish short in the tournament, but had a wonderful time at the rental.
Our family of four enjoyed this property for its convenience to St joe beaches and restaurants as well as how organized and clean the place is. Every cabinet is labeled so you’re never scrambling to find something. The upstairs area is perfect for kids and ours loved having it all to themselves. Tom and Paul were available and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.
We were overjoyed with our townhouse in Harbor Village. The location and property itself were amazing. Tom was a great property manager to deal with as well. The thing that made our stay feel most like home was all of the extra items in the house that were there for us to use and enjoy. Some examples are: beach umbrella, beach games, washer & dryer, family games and puzzles. We couldn’t have asked for anything more perfect. Thank you so much!