Escape your current confines and enjoy our open spaces and sanitized dwelling!

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Sodus, MI

Lakeland Regional Medical Center8 min drive
Lake Michigan College9 min drive
Silver Beach13 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This two bedroom home with central AC and clean, sanitized, comfortable accommodations is under 2 hours from Chicago. On the St Joe River, this wooded setting on 10+ acres is great for a relaxing retreat or fun with friends and family. The 1000 ft. of river front is easily accessed from a nature walking trail through the wooded property or enjoy the view from the screened porch. Bring your fishing poles, tubes or Kayaks. 15 minutes to downtown St. Joe, award-winning Silver Beach, and Harbor Shores Golf Club and many other fun distractions. The Cottage sleeps 4 with one queen and one full bed. Fresh linens and towels are provided.

This cottage is a real charmer. The setting feels remote, but you will have easy access to shopping, downtown St. Joe and the Arts District in Benton Harbor. Awesome beaches, antiquing, winery tours, breweries, restaurants, barn sales, ad golfing are all close by.

Some of the best activities are on the property: fishing is right at your doorstep, hiking through the forest, a ball game in the open field, building a cool fort, hanging out in the storybook playhouse (see photos) or simply wading in the plastic kiddie's pool. Great spot to enjoy a good book, play board games, cook a nice meal or just enjoy a campfire.

Property manager

Mike Hillgamyer

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Water view

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C18000035646

About the area

Benton Harbor

Located in Benton Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Free Run Cellars are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sodus, MI

What's nearby

Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive
Lake Michigan College - 9 min drive
Harbor Shores Golf Club - 10 min drive
White Pine Winery - 12 min drive
Silver Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 12 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

Grand Crossing - 5 min drive
Good Fortune Restauran - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 6 min drive
Moe's Southwest Grill - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape your current confines and enjoy our open spaces and sanitized dwelling! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Escape your current confines and enjoy our open spaces and sanitized dwelling!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape your current confines and enjoy our open spaces and sanitized dwelling!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape your current confines and enjoy our open spaces and sanitized dwelling! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Intercare Community Health Network, Lake Michigan College and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Harbor Shores Golf Club and Box Factory for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

16 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful Paradise

If you’re looking for a peaceful, private slice of heaven tucked into the woods, this is it! Close enough to any convenience you might need but situated on a very private property tucked into the woods. The cabin has everything you need for an extended stay. It’s spacious and very comfortable. Our hosts, Mike & Joe, are wonderful people and they feel more like good neighbors then property hosts. We would definitely stay here again. I highly recommend checking out this property if you’re going to be in the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor area.

Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Aug 2023

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

Lovely Wooded Setting

This was a charming cottage, well stocked with all we needed and more. The owners were attentive and kind. We loved the retro vibe and it was newly updated. Very thoughtful touches such as a fire built and ready to light complete with smores makings. Great stay and hope to return.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annalise H.

9 Aug 2023

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

Fantastic getaway that exceeded our expectations!

My two adult children and I had a fantastic stay. As others have noted, the house was very clean and comfortable and has everything you need and more. The kitchen is very well-equipped (we cooked most of our meals and were able to pick up groceries at the nearby Walmart.) The location was perfect for day trips to St. Joseph and the Warren Dunes. The nearby mini golf was perfect on an overcast day. We enjoyed the fire pit in the evening. The hosts were so responsive for even minor questions. We can't thank them enough for their hospitality. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenna S.

4 Aug 2023

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

Fabulous Cottage

Beautiful cottage, Nice area to relax but still close to the beach and shops. The trail to the river was great Wonderful vacation spot!.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

31 July 2023

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

Low key fam vacation

Just what we wanted. Great location close to St. Joseph and ice cream

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Hillgamyer

We moved here full time after retiring in 2014. We live in another home at the far end of the property, so we are here if you need anything, but far enough away to ensure your privacy. We love the beautiful and serene nature that the property offers and know that you will love it as well.

Why they chose this property

The main house was built in 1939 and we are its third owners. We first bought a home next door and got to know the previous owners over time. When they chose assisted living nearby, they offered to sell us this property which we so loved to visit. We were enthralled with the setting and how remote it felt while offering easy access to everything we need. We truly enjoy its proximity to Chicago where we visit family and friends often.

What makes this property unique

Secluded peace and quiet with loads of wildlife, comfortable central air and heat, clean and functional living spaces, large eat-in kitchen with plates, flatware, serving pieces, pot/pans and cooking utensils, washer/dryer, near a great many fun outdoor activities, attractions, shopping, local events and festivals, winery tours, farm stands and antiquing!