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1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat
Beachfront holiday home with a fitness centre
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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10445.9 sq m
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Coloma, MI
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Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2nd Level Guest Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Garden Level Main Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Loft Area Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Main Level Guest Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Main Level Main Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Garden Level Master Bathroom 2
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Main Level Guest Bathroom 3
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Main Level Master Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Second Level Bathroom 4
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
1800's Church, Restored And Converted To A Designers Private Beach Retreat
Our property is only available for rental 2 weeks a summer. The house is professionally cleaned using CDC suggested cleaning products.
This designer beach retreat is set amidst indigenous towering deciduous trees and pines and located across a semi-private road from it's own private sandy beach.
Inside Surf Sanctuary, the past meets the present. This old church converted into a home offers modern amenities and the distinctive features of a former 125 year old church. Features include; heavy beam cathedral ceilings, eight 2-story stained glass windows, a bright and airy four seasons room with field stone fireplace, modern kitchen and bathrooms with vintage accents, designer furniture accented with well appointed antiques, posh bedroom suites, home gym with recumbent bike, elliptical machine, free weights, etc.
Property has lush green lawns, lovely English country gardens, comfortably furnished decks and an outdoor ‘living rooms with a towering field stone fireplace - perfect for gracious summer entertaining.
300 yards from Surf Sanctuary, along a grassy path, you will find stairs leading you down a low bluff and private beach. You will be awed by the tranquility and ocean-like views. The area is referred to as the 'Sun Coast' because of it's west facing exposure. It doesn't disappoint in delivering picture perfect sunsets! Enjoy hours of fun in the surprisingly warm waters on the eastern shores of Lake Michigan.
KITCHEN
A cook’s kitchen with many tools, and serving dishes. Sub Zero refrigerator (no ice maker), 5 burner KitchenAid slide-in range and dishwasher. Combo micro wave, convection and air fryer oven. KitchenAid stand mixer, coffee maker, toaster, Ninja high powered blenders, Nutra Bullet, and much more.
GAS GRILL
Char-Broil Commercial Stainless Steel 4-Burner. The gas grill is hooked up to a natural gas line - no need for propane tanks.
OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM W/
FIREPLACE
Massive fieldstone wood burning fireplace w/gas starter and comfortable lounge seating.
LAUNDRY
Large capacity Whirlpool Cabrio washer and dryer.
House sleeps 8-10. 8 in private bedrooms and 2 in the loft. Sorry no weddings or events.
House Rules
Please read carefully the following information about your Rental Agreement and stay.
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT. Check-in is after 4 pm EST on the first day of the Rental Period. Check-out is 10 am EST on the last day of the Rental Period.
PARKING. There is parking for 4 vehicles in driveway. There is no parking on the street or on lawn.
Recreational Vehicles, Boats, Trailers and Jet Skis are not allowed to park on the property.
PARKING ON THE LAWN IS PROHIBITED.
MAINTENANCE. Please report any maintenance needs for the Property to Roe Faraone. While we apologize for any inconvenience electrical outage, we will not be able to offer a discount or refund should the electric company be unable to restore service during your stay.
LINENS/SUPPLIES.
Towels and bed linens are furnished.
Please bring your own beach blankets, as linens are not to be removed from the house. Any lost or damaged linens will be deducted from the Security Deposit.
An initial supply of paper towels, bathroom tissue, light bulbs, and coffee are provided.
ENTRY BY OWNER. Owner may enter the Property under the following circumstances: in case of emergency; to make any necessary repairs. Owner will notify renter with at least 24 hours’ notice of Owner’s intent to enter except in case of emergency.
RULES AND REGULATIONS. The Security Deposit may be forfeited and the Renter may be asked to
vacate the Property immediately, with no refund for a breach of this Agreement, which includes the failure to follow the rules below.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
1. Smoking of is prohibited on the Property and decks.
2. Pets are NOT allowed in the Property or on the site without express written consent.
3. House parties, weddings or excessive noise are not allowed.
4. The number of people staying on the Property may not exceed 10 people. Renters will be charged $450 per person, per night over 10 people.
5. No furnishings or equipment from the Property may be taken to the beach or off site.
6. Do not leave windows and doors open while the air conditioning is on; as this may cause the AC
units to stop working.
7. No candles can be used inside the house, only on the outside patio and decks.
8. No red wine or drunks that stain carpeting, upholstery or linens in any rooms other than the kitchen, dining room, sitting area adjacent to the dining room.
9. No food or drink (except water) in bedrooms.
10. Spray tanning products cannot be applied indoors or in showers. Damage has been done to ceramic tile, carpeting and linens. Please spray tan before you arrive.
11. No fireworks allowed on property or on the beach.
12. No bonfires on the beach allowed. Please use outdoor fireplace instead.
13. No access to beach after dark. Stairs are unlit and use after dark is dangerous and could result in bodily injury.
KEYS. Owner will meet you at property with keys to check you in and collect them at check out.
PLEASE NOTE:
WIFI INTERNET. The Property contains equipment that uses WiFi. Most WiFi equipment will be compatible. However, we can make no guarantees as to compatibility of your equipment.
NO ASSIGNMENT OR SUBLETTING. Renter may not assign or sublease all or part of this Agreement.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. To the maximum extent allowed by the law, Owner is not liable for Renter’s property left behind or for any consequential, incidental, special, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages from any cause whatsoever, regardless of whether they were foreseeable. Owner’s maximum aggregate liability arising out of the rental of the Property to Renter is limited to the amount of rental fees paid by Renter during the Rental Period. The Owner is not undertaking to provide any security and is not responsible for any loss or theft of the Renter’s property.
INDEMNIFICATION. To the maximum extent allowed by the law, the Renter agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and at the Owner’s option, defend the Owner and its officers, members, easement holders, contractors and representatives from all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, and expenses that Renter or Renter’s guests may have or bring against any one or more of the Indemnified Parties or that
arise from the Renter’s rental of the Property under this Agreement, including any Claims based on negligence, action, or inaction of any of the Indemnified Parties.
GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement will be governed by the laws of Michigan, without regard to conflicts of law principles.
COMPLETE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and there are no other promises, terms or conditions, whether oral or written, other than contained herein.
This Agreement may be modified only in a writing signed by both parties.
RENTAL AGREEMENT 2020
RENTER:
_______________________________________________Date:_______
Please print legal name above
RENTER’S SIGNATURE
_______________________________________________Date:_______
OWNER
Rosemarie Faraone
Please print legal name above
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
___________________________________________
This designer beach retreat is set amidst indigenous towering deciduous trees and pines and located across a semi-private road from it's own private sandy beach.
Inside Surf Sanctuary, the past meets the present. This old church converted into a home offers modern amenities and the distinctive features of a former 125 year old church. Features include; heavy beam cathedral ceilings, eight 2-story stained glass windows, a bright and airy four seasons room with field stone fireplace, modern kitchen and bathrooms with vintage accents, designer furniture accented with well appointed antiques, posh bedroom suites, home gym with recumbent bike, elliptical machine, free weights, etc.
Property has lush green lawns, lovely English country gardens, comfortably furnished decks and an outdoor ‘living rooms with a towering field stone fireplace - perfect for gracious summer entertaining.
300 yards from Surf Sanctuary, along a grassy path, you will find stairs leading you down a low bluff and private beach. You will be awed by the tranquility and ocean-like views. The area is referred to as the 'Sun Coast' because of it's west facing exposure. It doesn't disappoint in delivering picture perfect sunsets! Enjoy hours of fun in the surprisingly warm waters on the eastern shores of Lake Michigan.
KITCHEN
A cook’s kitchen with many tools, and serving dishes. Sub Zero refrigerator (no ice maker), 5 burner KitchenAid slide-in range and dishwasher. Combo micro wave, convection and air fryer oven. KitchenAid stand mixer, coffee maker, toaster, Ninja high powered blenders, Nutra Bullet, and much more.
GAS GRILL
Char-Broil Commercial Stainless Steel 4-Burner. The gas grill is hooked up to a natural gas line - no need for propane tanks.
OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM W/
FIREPLACE
Massive fieldstone wood burning fireplace w/gas starter and comfortable lounge seating.
LAUNDRY
Large capacity Whirlpool Cabrio washer and dryer.
House sleeps 8-10. 8 in private bedrooms and 2 in the loft. Sorry no weddings or events.
House Rules
Please read carefully the following information about your Rental Agreement and stay.
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT. Check-in is after 4 pm EST on the first day of the Rental Period. Check-out is 10 am EST on the last day of the Rental Period.
PARKING. There is parking for 4 vehicles in driveway. There is no parking on the street or on lawn.
Recreational Vehicles, Boats, Trailers and Jet Skis are not allowed to park on the property.
PARKING ON THE LAWN IS PROHIBITED.
MAINTENANCE. Please report any maintenance needs for the Property to Roe Faraone. While we apologize for any inconvenience electrical outage, we will not be able to offer a discount or refund should the electric company be unable to restore service during your stay.
LINENS/SUPPLIES.
Towels and bed linens are furnished.
Please bring your own beach blankets, as linens are not to be removed from the house. Any lost or damaged linens will be deducted from the Security Deposit.
An initial supply of paper towels, bathroom tissue, light bulbs, and coffee are provided.
ENTRY BY OWNER. Owner may enter the Property under the following circumstances: in case of emergency; to make any necessary repairs. Owner will notify renter with at least 24 hours’ notice of Owner’s intent to enter except in case of emergency.
RULES AND REGULATIONS. The Security Deposit may be forfeited and the Renter may be asked to
vacate the Property immediately, with no refund for a breach of this Agreement, which includes the failure to follow the rules below.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
1. Smoking of is prohibited on the Property and decks.
2. Pets are NOT allowed in the Property or on the site without express written consent.
3. House parties, weddings or excessive noise are not allowed.
4. The number of people staying on the Property may not exceed 10 people. Renters will be charged $450 per person, per night over 10 people.
5. No furnishings or equipment from the Property may be taken to the beach or off site.
6. Do not leave windows and doors open while the air conditioning is on; as this may cause the AC
units to stop working.
7. No candles can be used inside the house, only on the outside patio and decks.
8. No red wine or drunks that stain carpeting, upholstery or linens in any rooms other than the kitchen, dining room, sitting area adjacent to the dining room.
9. No food or drink (except water) in bedrooms.
10. Spray tanning products cannot be applied indoors or in showers. Damage has been done to ceramic tile, carpeting and linens. Please spray tan before you arrive.
11. No fireworks allowed on property or on the beach.
12. No bonfires on the beach allowed. Please use outdoor fireplace instead.
13. No access to beach after dark. Stairs are unlit and use after dark is dangerous and could result in bodily injury.
KEYS. Owner will meet you at property with keys to check you in and collect them at check out.
PLEASE NOTE:
WIFI INTERNET. The Property contains equipment that uses WiFi. Most WiFi equipment will be compatible. However, we can make no guarantees as to compatibility of your equipment.
NO ASSIGNMENT OR SUBLETTING. Renter may not assign or sublease all or part of this Agreement.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. To the maximum extent allowed by the law, Owner is not liable for Renter’s property left behind or for any consequential, incidental, special, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages from any cause whatsoever, regardless of whether they were foreseeable. Owner’s maximum aggregate liability arising out of the rental of the Property to Renter is limited to the amount of rental fees paid by Renter during the Rental Period. The Owner is not undertaking to provide any security and is not responsible for any loss or theft of the Renter’s property.
INDEMNIFICATION. To the maximum extent allowed by the law, the Renter agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and at the Owner’s option, defend the Owner and its officers, members, easement holders, contractors and representatives from all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, and expenses that Renter or Renter’s guests may have or bring against any one or more of the Indemnified Parties or that
arise from the Renter’s rental of the Property under this Agreement, including any Claims based on negligence, action, or inaction of any of the Indemnified Parties.
GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement will be governed by the laws of Michigan, without regard to conflicts of law principles.
COMPLETE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and there are no other promises, terms or conditions, whether oral or written, other than contained herein.
This Agreement may be modified only in a writing signed by both parties.
RENTAL AGREEMENT 2020
RENTER:
_______________________________________________Date:_______
Please print legal name above
RENTER’S SIGNATURE
_______________________________________________Date:_______
OWNER
Rosemarie Faraone
Please print legal name above
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
___________________________________________
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Property not suitable for children under 7.
Events
No events allowed
No parties or weddings unless discussed w/ owner.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Can smoke only on outdoor decks & patios.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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 rubbish
Turn off the lights
There are large plastic bags at the bottom of the stairs, going up to the loft that you can use to put the towels and sheets in. Please separate the towels and sheets in these bags.
Please empty all the trash containers in the bathrooms and kitchen.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Note from host: No parties or weddings unless discussed w/ owner.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Coloma
Located in Lake Michigan Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 12 Corners Vineyards and Harbor Shores Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Ready for a night out? Consider John EN Howard Bandshell and Shadowland Pavilion. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.

Coloma, MI
What's nearby
- Covert Park - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
- 12 Corners Vineyards - 10 min drive - 15.4 km
- Van Buren State Park - 10 min drive - 17.5 km
- Lake Michigan College - 10 min drive - 18.9 km
- Contessa Wine Cellars - 12 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- Biggby Coffee - 13 min drive
- Riverside Tavern - 6 min drive
- Subway - 13 min drive
- Vineyard 2121 - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Roe Faraone
We grew up in Southwestern Michigan and after graduating university, now live in Chicago. We take full advantage of and enjoy the gift of having this unique home and beautiful surroundings. We enjoy sharing Surf Sanctuary with friends and family and now VRBO guests! Our interests include cooking, gardening, interior architecture, beach walks, workoit’s, antiquing, entertaining, doing projects around the house and enjoying the magnificent beach..
Why they chose this property
A more unique property to rent will be hard to find (Surf Sanctuary was featured in HGTV's, 'You Live in What', a show about reuse of interesting structures). Originally built in 1896, this house was a summer church for resorters. When the church closed, our love for it motivated us to buy it and move it 2 1/2 miles to it's current location. In 1997 we turned it into our second home.
If you love entertaining and spending quality time with friends and family, in a highly creative and recreational environment, you have found the right place.
If you love entertaining and spending quality time with friends and family, in a highly creative and recreational environment, you have found the right place.
What makes this property unique
For starters, have you ever vacationed in an 1800's converted church that was moved 2 1/2 miles with a bell tower and 1 ton bell that you can ring? There are many surprising unique benefits to experience at Surf Sanctuary!
This turn of the century architecture with it's unrivaled craftsmanship and attention to detail is best appreciated in person. The original bead board paneling, 30' ceilings, 8 two- story stained glass windows, 7' round rose window and eclectic décor are remarkable to say the least. All of this is topped off with relaxing outdoor decks and flag stone patio with outdoor fieldstone, wood burning fireplace to facilitate unforgettable entertaining.
Our private white sandy beach with miles of uninterrupted coastline and stunning sunsets is truly the crowning glory of this property!
This turn of the century architecture with it's unrivaled craftsmanship and attention to detail is best appreciated in person. The original bead board paneling, 30' ceilings, 8 two- story stained glass windows, 7' round rose window and eclectic décor are remarkable to say the least. All of this is topped off with relaxing outdoor decks and flag stone patio with outdoor fieldstone, wood burning fireplace to facilitate unforgettable entertaining.
Our private white sandy beach with miles of uninterrupted coastline and stunning sunsets is truly the crowning glory of this property!
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