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Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake.

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Cherry Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake.

Come and enjoy our lovely Association Beach, "Cherry Beach" in our charming vacation home nestled in a wooded nook on a quiet lane in Harbert. And we are less than half a mile from a sandy road end beach, a nice 10 minute walk or 3 minute bike ride

This delightful four bedroom, two bath family retreat
boasts an open floor plan and floor to ceiling windows. The Master suite is set apart from other bedrooms for added privacy and has lovely views and a gas fireplace.

Entertaining options abound in a smart cook's kitchen with center island , living room with wood burning stone fireplace, perfect for curling up with your favorite book or movie.

You will love this carefree escape close to our beautiful Lake Michigan beaches and to all of the wineries, breweries, and restaurants of Harbor Country. We are just a short walk from the Swedish Bakery and a Middle Eastern fine dining restaurant.


We provide 6 bicycles and for your enjoyment, beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach towels, and beach toys.
The home has 2 large front and back decks with tables and chairs.
To keep your younger children busy during down time at the house, we have a cupboard with books, puzzles and toys to use.

**During June through August we prefer a Saturday to Saturday check -in and check out.
Please come and be our guest during our 6 month rental period.

Property manager

Owners Jim and Karen Thomas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please, no glitter in the house!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small, well-behaved upon approval by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside.
This is our home, please respect it and treat it as it were your own.

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

Located in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Captain Mike's Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Local - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 18 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bucket - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prime weeks now in modern home - bikes, dog friendly, and close to the lake. located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherry Beach and Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Robinson Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

C N.

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

Lovely!

We loved our stay here. The property is a close drive to everything fun, but secluded and peaceful on a wooded lot. The home itself is comfortable, clean, and welcoming. Comfy beds, well stocked kitchen, and many thoughtful touches throughout the home. Owners were lovely and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

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

All the comforts of home!

This home was very comfortable!! The beds in every room were very nice so a good night’s sleep was had by all. The husband and wife who own the home were very kind and responsive. They allowed us use several bikes and all their beach equipment. Truly a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J M.

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

Lovely spot with everything you need

Lovely home in great location. They have anticipated every need. We came with our son, his wife, and their infant daughter. And our small dog. Everyone was comfortable, happy, easy to care for. A great property for a lovely weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami D., Chicago

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

Annual Michigan weekend

Everything was great! Anything you would need in the kitchen, including coffee! Plenty of towels, there was even firewood. The beds were very comfortable. I had a question and Karen responded immediately. We have nothing negative to say above it this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Wonderful hideway

What an amazing place and my review will probably not begin describe all that I loved including the "themed" rooms, posted notes explaining all (lights, firepit, etc), beautiful rooms and cleanliness. The post all provided great suggestions for eatery and attractions. I would enjoy returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Great weekend getaway

We had a large group of 10 and the home accommodated all of us. The location is great close to a beach at the end of the road. I like that it was only about 1 1/2 hours from where I live which made it a great trip. The home was well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ai-jen P.

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

Great Stay

This place is perfect for a family vacation. House has everything you need. Location is wonderful, close to Warren Dunes and everything. Hosts very kind and thoughtful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

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

Harbert House

The house is nicely finished inside and out. Great casual ambiance. It is very well-equipped for cooking, laundry, beach, games- we didn’t feel that anything was missing to make our stay better. Very peaceful and quiet location close to Lake Michigan. Owners communicative and nearby. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

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

Beach house

Lovely house, close to beaches, wineries, and fruit picking. A great bakery (Swedish) close by! Beautiful forested area. Kitchen stocked well with cooking utensils. Property managers/owners very nice to meet and work with, both go out of their way to make your stay a great time. You can’t go wrong with this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

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

What an amazing, perfect find!

I rented this beautifully appointed home in a little, private, woodsy Eden for my 70th birthday bash, and gathered my adult children and their families (including a 3 yr old and 5 year old) from near and far to celebrate. In every way, the property, the location, the grounds, the wonderful owners, exceeded my expectations (which were sky-high!) and resulted in an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment we saw the house and grounds, we were awed. Skylights in so many of the rooms flood the place with light. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed for us to prepare family meals easily. The kids were so into the jetted tub for their baths and were thrilled with a cupboard, in their awesome room (away from the master!) filled with toys and games that engaged them for the week. The beach toys and chairs in the garage were much appreciated as well. Even our 3 yr old could walk easily with us down to a perfect private beach and/or the delicious Swedish bakery, and the short ride to climb Tower Hill sand dune at Warren State Park (less than 10 minutes away) and the 20 minute ride to Silver Beach were easy for the children: perfect location! What a find this place is! When I left my shoes behind under the bed, the hostess immediately called me and suggested mailing them to me. This type of authentic care for renters is evident in every phase of the experience of this rental. I could not be more pleased. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerri B.

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

Perfect family trip

Our trip was perfect. This home was well appointed for all ages. A full kitchen, toys for children, good reading material, a beautiful setting near the woods, lovely gardens and bonus, about 1/2 mile from the beach. The owners were very responsive and helpful. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

bill w.

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

Harbert Retreat is a Treat

This is the second time we've stayed here. Love this house! The beautiful front and rear deck are great for our pup and outdoor family meals. The location to Harbert Road beach, Swedish Bakery, and Cafe Gulistan is very walkable. Quiet neighborhood and nicely furnished home. Our host Karen was very responsive. Overall, loved our stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Priya T.

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

Stay

Property was good and so was the stay. But in the end the property owner called up with an issue with his living room couch and accused us of kids being jumping on it. None of our kids ever jumped or played inside the house. Good we had a property insurance but it was really unacceptable of the way the property manger / owner communicated over phone
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JESUS R.

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

Excelent!

We truly enjoyed our weekend get away, this welcoming and cozy place made all the difference. This place has everything and more from fully equipped kitchen to beach toy from the kidsI I would choose to stay in this place if I am in Michigan again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

yvonne a.

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

Wonderful house and great girls weekend

The house was exactly like the pictures, homey, comfortable and plenty of room for all 5 of us! The kitchen had everything you could need, the bedrooms were spacious and the beds super comfy. Loved the area…. close to the lake and good restaurants nearby. Wish the weather had been better but you can’t control Mother Nature. All around Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin s.

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

Quiet get away

I stayed at this lovely home with my wife and her family in mid-May. The host provided all the general necessities you would need for an excellent trip to a place that feels like a home away from home. The kitchen is stocked with just about any type of utensil or dish you might consider using as well. It has all the supplies you need for a day out at the beach, including towels, chairs, etc. The beach is either a short 5-10 minute walk down a low trafficked road or perhaps a 1 minute car ride to the end of the street. We used 3 of the 4 bedrooms, as it seemed one was mostly intended for kids. The master bedroom is exceptionally nice with a king bed and attached master bathroom with jacuzzi tub. The other two bedrooms our group used were also very nice with excellent views of the surrounding woods. The location is absolutely fantastic. It's in a very quiet area, but exceptionally close to the Warren Dunes, numerous wineries, and the other typical tourist areas you might want to go to during the day. It's worth noting that this place is about a 1-2 minute walk to a bakery that's only open on the weekends. We found ourselves there every morning it was open. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK C.

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

Amazing!

This house went above and beyond in every way. The layout was perfect and more than spacious for our group of 6 adults and a baby, plus 2 dogs. We have stayed at many vacation rentals with our adult children and their families over the past few years—this was one of our absolute favorites. Karen and Jim put a lot of thought into the details and it made all of the difference. We loved chatting on the back deck and walks in the morning out to the beach. The provided bikes were great for exploring the area. Thank you for such a wonderful weekend! We would recommend this rental to anyone and hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cleve and Angela B., Tetonia, Idaho

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

Fully stocked retreat

Special home in a secluded area very near Lake Michigan. Fully appointed home, especially the kitchen, that was just lovely. The owners live in a separate, private portion of the home and they were so nice! I would definitely stay again and appreciate them being pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great Getaway

Our family enjoyed a long weekend at this cozy home tucked in the woods. Beautiful foliage surrounds property and lots of natural light comes through big windows. Was nice walking to the beach at the end of the road and only a short drive from dunes, state parks, and small downtown areas. Love this side of town and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Z.

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

Such a wonderful property

Our family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Late summer 2021

We had a terrific time at the beach house. The owners were kind and very helpful throughout the entire process. The home was comfortable and spacious, and had everything we needed, and then some. Nice proximity to the beach and other attractions in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

todd k.

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

A lovely home in a beautiful wooded setting.

House has all amenities you could want. We took the bikes out to the beach (a short ride) at least once a day. Responsive owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon r.

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

Had a great time , great location. Loved being there. We will be back

House well equipped, everyone had a great time . Loved being able to walk to beach , and bakery . Great location. We had 10 people there and had enough space for everyone. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo D., St. Charles, Mo

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

Lovely home

Great location Nice people to work with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

bill w.

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

Perfect Family Get-Away

This property was perfect for meeting up with family for the week. Home is located in a quiet neighborhood but not far from the action around Berrien County or surrounding areas. Harbert Road Beach access was ideal. A short 10 minute walk or 5 minute bike ride (bikes provided by owner was a huge plus). Home has everything you need, updated and super clean. The front and rear deck/patio was perfect space for enjoying the beautiful wooded surroundings. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Owners Jim and Karen Thomas

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Jim and Karen have enjoyed living in Harbor Country for many years. Jim is an Oak Park Illinois transplant since 1993. When living in the Chicago area got to be a little too noisy and crowded, Jim headed off to his own green acres in Michigan bringing his few paintbrush's with him to make a living. Karen however had her start in Michigan City , but has lived in this area since 1970 making New Buffalo her home for many years and finally moving on to Sawyer. Jim and Karen have thoroughly enjoyed hosting some lovely guests and look forward to doing the same in the foreseeable future.

Why they chose this property

We love this area! Harbert!

Languages:

English

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