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Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool

SLEEPS 14 This multi-faceted custom award winning Lindal Cedar home previously featured in the Lindal Cedar home calendar is located on a spacious wooded 1 acre lot with 100 feet of Lake Michigan frontage. This large and inviting retreat offers the most sought after features and finishes including, a new custom in-ground pool with sweeping Lake Michigan views, lush new landscaping and is due to be completed Mid June 2018. Enjoy stunning lake views with 56 oversized lake view windows, an oversized outdoor vaulted screened pavilion with natural river stone wood burning fireplace complete with oversized dining lakeside deck. On the main level amenities include the great room featuring atrium ceilings, lake views, exposed beam ceilings, two story natural river stone wood burning fireplace, newly finished hardwood floors, dining area also with stone fireplace, Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, bedroom suite/den, full bath and a mud room with laundry area. The upper level features two balcony's overlooking great room and Lake Michigan, opulent master suite with master performance spa bath, two other guest suites and second performance bath. The lower level offers a home theater room, gaming area, home office, and a custom bunk room complete with full bath. This professionally decorated property with whimsical coastal flair is the ultimate in family friendly, spacious and designed for everyone to enjoy, come play on Lake Michigan!

Property manager

Christopher Miles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

Map
Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Sarett Nature Center - 10 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 13 min drive
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 15 min drive
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 12 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blossom Trails Golf Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hot Spot - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chatterbox - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool located?

Located in Benton Harbor, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lake Michigan and within 6 mi (10 km) of Harbor Shores Golf Club and Sarett Nature Center. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Silver Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Blue Water Retreat - Spacious Lake Michigan retreat with In-ground pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

Wonderful family vacation at Blue Water Retreat.
We spent a wonderful week with our kids and grandkids at Blue Water Retreat. The pool was just fabulous and access to nearby local beaches was a breeze. Everything we needed for the pool and beach was supplied: beach towels, beach chairs, pool toys. Chris our property manager responded immediately when we had any questions. And watching the sunset each evening was icing on the cake. What a view!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Beautiful views every night! Great home for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house for a larger group
House is very nice. Very nicely furnished. We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen has everything you need. Large pool is excellent! It’s too bad you can no longer get down to the beach but there is a nice beach two miles away
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Excellent
Our family had a wonderful week at the house in July. The furnishings, spaciousness and ability to dine outside were just great. Our grand kids loved the pool and ping pong table. And proximity to a nearby quiet beach was a plus. We're coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing
Our family with 8 adults and 5 children enjoyed our stay! You can’t beat the pool and the view. We would return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
With a group of 14 people, not everyone got a “bedroom,” but all of us got to swim in the pool, look at the lake, and take in some spectacular sunsets. Chris got us checked in promptly and responded quickly when the toaster broke down. When we stayed in, the place had all we needed. When we wanted to go out, great towns were within 30 or minutes. We were all happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home for 3 generations
Beautiful home in a great location. Everything you could want/need was in this terrific home. Chris, the property manager, was wonderful and easy to get a hold of if there was a question. Fabulous pool, deck, grill area with a wonderful yard and view of Lake Michigan. Lots of indoor space for activities, dining, relaxing. We've stayed in many rental homes and this is by far our favorite all around! Thank you for the great get-away weekend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beck’s Bach
We had my sisters bachelorette weekend there with 10 girls. We had plenty of space and large areas to hang out, play games, and just enjoy some equality time together. The home was well maintained and the time spent was seamless. We had quick and easy communication with Chris as he was very easy to reach and responded timely. Would definitely recommend to any larger group of people traveling together, looking for a house with all the things and a beautiful view too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Views and Great Location!
We loved the property! Spacious, clean, and comfortable with lavish bedding and interiors. The game room was a bonus for lively ping pong matches and watching the game on the large screen TV with space for the whole group (or most of it) to cheer on Michigan (sorry Phil). The sunsets over Lake Michigan were spectacular! The pool was a lovely 82 degrees and though it was colder outside we had a comfortable sunset swim. With tons of local restaurants (Silver Brewing Company and The Market), wineries (Lazy Ballerina), Silver Beach, sightseeing, and shopping, we found something for everyone in our group to enjoy. Thanks, Chris, for all of your recommendations and for helping make our stay a satisfying success.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L., Rochester Hills

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and comfy haven, inside and out!
I will start with the excellent property manager, Chris. He was very concise with explaining the "dos and don'ts" of the property, how to care for the pool and fireplaces. He responded very quickly to any questions/concerns. The house is so beautiful with such attention to detail and high end everything...furniture, beds/mattresses, artwork, decor, fully stocked kitchen, stone fireplaces, large and comfy enclosed screened in porch with stone gas/wood fireplace where we spent a lot of time. The heated pool and patio were very relaxing with stunning views of the lake and breathtaking sunsets. It is exactly as pictured and worth every penny...sleeps a lot of people comfortably and the 4 full baths were a bonus for all of our family that stayed to get ready for our niece's wedding. Just perfect! Will try to plan our next reunion here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend Stay
We had an amazing weekend celebrating my sisters Bachelorette! Chris, the property manager, was great to communicate with and helped us check into the house with ease. We absolutely loved the house and will be booking it again! Super spacious, the pool was amazing, we loved the screened in porch, and loved hanging out by the outdoor fire pit to make s'mores and watch the stars. Very close to downtown Benton Harbor and the Dollar General was less than 5 minutes away for last minutes items.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
July in Benton Harbor
This was our second stay at the Benton Harbor house and we had a fabulous time! Mornings and evenings in the pool, afternoons at the beach nearby, movie nights in the screened porch and sunsets at the fire pit looking over Lake Michigan. The renovated kitchen and bathrooms made the stay even nicer. Can't recommend the house more. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply magical reunion
We met for a family reunion that included 10 adults and seven children, including two infants, and five children under six years. I was a little unsure as to how the sleeping arrangements might work for the adults. However, everyone was pleased with their arrangement and put two twins together to create a king for one couple. The kitchen was stocked beyond belief and we had the local Meijer supermarket deliver food the day of our arrival which made a huge shopping spree easier. We had extended family who stayed in a house up the road over for dinner, a couple of nights, and despite the number of people , it worked out incredibly well. Chris, the manager was highly responsible and responsive. The pump on the pool did fail our last day there, but he had the repair man out and the pump changed within the day. The views were spectacular, the memories treasured, the house beautifully decorated and Saint Joseph was a perfect place for adults and children to make special memories together. Would highly recommend this house and Chris our manager for your next seamless vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacation on Lake Michigan
Beautiful property with great view right on Lake Michigan. Sunsets were truly a wonder to behold. We had 13 folks from age 4 to 53, and six 18 to 21 year olds. Property comfortably fit us all. Evenings were great, we could retire to beautiful screened in porch and still enjoy the sunsets and evenings. Heated pool was a hit as it provided hours of enjoyment throughout the day. Kitchen was stocked where we could buy plenty of food and make delicious home cooked meals for 13. Would definitely rent again. Fun Warren Dunes State Park and beautiful South Haven within 30 minute drive of property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Benton harbor stay
We had a fantastic time at this gorgeous home! My family rented the home for my Mom's 70th birthday weekend. We had two families with young children and our parents. Property was quiet, well kept and very up to date/modern while maintaining a rustic feel. The pool was perfect and pool cover great for safety and cleanliness! The manager Chris was extremely attentive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ima J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend To Remember
The property is a dream to stay in. Chris was flexible in allowing us to check in early as my toddler has a pretty firm nap schedule. The house is fully stocked with everything a family could need. We enjoyed the 3 season room so much and were able to use the fireplace every night and enjoy the sunsets over the lake. I can’t express enough how grateful I am to have had that time with my family, and how comfortable and seamless the entire experience was because of Chris’s help and guidance along the way. Thank you, Chris, for giving my family and I the space we needed to really restore over the long weekend at this very special home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
This Michigan home was a great place for my family of 13, during our stay in June of 2022. Christopher went out of his way to make our stay comfortable and most enjoyable. The kitchen had recently been remodeled, we enjoyed eating in most nights. The view of the lake Michigan was beautiful, while spending days in the pool and evenings playing ping pong, which was a family favorite. I would highly recommend this property. You will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan view with pool
Great week with family of 10. Loved the pool, short car ride to beach; house had everything we needed. Plenty of separate spaces to branch out with screened porch, living room, TV room and basement. Yard with fire pit area was great in the evenings. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good choice
Would give the house 4.5 stars. I think we paid a premium price for a nice home. 6 adults, 4 children ages 7 months to almost 5. Bedrooms and baths accommodated everyone comfortably. Master with king (2 adults) and bath - added a portable crib. Bedroom with 2 twins ( 2 kids) shared hall bath with bedroom with queen (2 adults). Portable crib (1 kids) in a main floor room. Bathroom also on main floor. Basement with 2 bunk beds - twin top, full bottom with bathroom next door. 2 of the adults stayed there. Took 3 baby monitors. The pool was very kid friendly. Automatic pool cover. Lots of shallow areas for the children to play as long as we were in the pool to supervise. More shallow area than most pools. Lots of good pool toys and beach towels. Screened in porch was very nice on rainy days and evenings. We had to do some kid proofing of the house. There were lots of knick knacks on the living room and dining room tables that needed to be moved and glass living room table that wasn't child friendly though worked with supervision. The view of the lake was beautiful. However the kids were tempted to walk to the edge of the bluff so couldn't be outside without supervision. We took our own portable cribs, high chairs and sippy cups though we found 1 portable crib in a closet. Don't know if it works since we didn't use it. Second refrigerator/freezer in the garage was used for extra food though kitchen has nice sized refrigerator/freezer. Kitchen had everything we needed. Nice quiet location. Recommend Rocky Gap as best close beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth F., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home for a family
This was our 3rd year our family got together at this wonderful home. Spacious for a large family, great heated pool, close to town. Easy communication with manager. Couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome time on the lake!
Our combined family group of 11 loved staying at the house over the Thanksgiving holiday! We had such a lovely time and were all able to share the holiday together. Kitchen is well equipped. Fireplace worked great. We loved having a couple of living room/lounge areas so adults, kids and grandparents all had room to relax together or separate if desired. Beds were comfy and overall the place was really great! We all mentioned that we'd love to come back in the summer to visit the lakefront a bit more, so we'll have to try and make that happen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall vacation.
We stayed at the house at the end of September. The weather was great, which allowed us to use the pool and the screened in family room. One of the best family vacations we have ever had.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean H., Woodridge, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home away from home
We spent a week here at this spacious property with our three kiddos and both sets of grandparents, and we all had a wonderful time! The property is very well decked out with pretty much everything you’ll need, especially the kitchen and the pool. We cooked most meals and had everything we needed. And everyone enjoyed the warm pool daily, with beautiful views of the sunset. Christopher the property manager was also very responsive to all of our questions. So grateful to have found such a great place to spend some quality time together!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021