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Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story

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Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Silver Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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St Joseph, MI
  • Place, Lake Bluff Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, White Pine Winery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Downstairs guest

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Downstairs master

1 King Bed

Upstairs common room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Upstairs master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story

A two-story 4 bedroom 2 bath cottage just blocks from the beach, downtown St. Joseph, and many other attractions and points of interest. Up on the bluff, so you don’t have the crowds and the walk up the bluff to town. Perfect for one or two families. Sleeps 9, with kitchenette and breakfast nook upstairs and full kitchen and dining room downstairs. Parking for 2 cars and an easy walk to Silver Beach, Whirlpool Fountain, restaurants and many other local attractions. Free WiFi internet, Central AC. Charcoal grill. No yard but front porch for relaxing in this quiet, historic, old neighborhood in historic section of Old St Jo. This is not a commercial rental but our own home now offered to guests who appreciate homey ambiance. We are not professional rental hosts. We are an older retired couple who planned to live out our days in this house but necessity dictated a smaller one-story, so we decided to make our home available to families who want to experience old Saint Joseph as it used to be. This hundred year old house is full of good memories and we hope you enjoy adding to them.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet fee covers the extra cleaning necessary.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and lock the doors
It would be much appreciated if you would put used linens and towels into the washer and start it up.
Leaving the cottage as you found it is so helpful to our cleaning crew who are getting ready for the next guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is an old historic neighborhood where people value privacy, quiet, and traditional village living. Please be a good neighbor. Quiet time is 10-7.
Please leave the house the way you found it. If something happens (breakage, loss, etc.) please let us know via text to Vrbo.
House parties are not allowed (they give us a bad reputation with our neighbors (and they ruin stuff)). Think “family.”

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number # 76-0340-0181-00-1
Property # 7909662
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 deadlock

About the area

Saint Joseph

Located in Downtown Saint Joseph, a neighbourhood in Saint Joseph, this holiday home 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 Box Factory for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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St Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Bluff Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • White Pine Winery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Joseph Today - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Silver Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lions Park Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 7 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java City Cafe, Lakeland HealthCare - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Clementines Too - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Silver Harbor Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic and quiet St. Joseph neighborhood: Lovely comfortable 100 yo two story located?

Located in Downtown Saint Joseph, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of FuzzyButz Pet Bakery, Lake Michigan, and Silver Beach. Lake Bluff Park and Curious Kids' Museum are also within 5 minutes. St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second summer we have stayed!!! Can not recommend enough!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 3rd time staying here, and we just love it. Being able to walk to almost all of our favorite places is perfect for us, and the hosts are very helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
So glad to have you stay with us again. We LOVE our returning guests. They become family.
Verified

8/10 Good

Giannina H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great! It's a roomy house with a homey lived-in feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home and location! The kindest hosts you will ever find.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Amazing place

Hospitality and location are second to none.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2021
It was good to have you stay with us! Best wishes for your new life in St. Jo.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kimberly J S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vacation

This property is a convenient location to everything we wanted to do. Check in was easy. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret G.

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

wonderful cottage

Perfect place to stay in St Joseph
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

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

Great location

Perfect location and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Great location

Great location. Walkable to everything needed including the beach. Perfect place for a summer vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thanks for the review! We hope to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

Wonderful week

Had a great time. Good location to get to town and beach. Plenty of room for everyone. Grand daughters loved having their “own” kitchen upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
We loved having you and the family. Please come again. Thanks for the nice review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

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

Perfect beach cottage

A lovely cottage with plenty of space and beds! We loved the location and couldn’t have been happier with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thanks for staying with us. We enjoyed having you. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in this cottage each summer for many years. Location is ideal for walking distance to downtown and other things. Family suggests a few updates at the cottage. Such as newer sofas , electrical outlets a few need repaired. We would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Annual stay

Love our visit to the cottage each July. Chris and Dave are great hosts. Thanks for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Always good to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Great cottage and location

This cottage was delightful. Close to downtown and easy to reach the beach without driving. Plenty of room for all of us. Well stocked w/kitchen items as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

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

Week in St Joe

We loved our stay here! The property is close to all the things we love about St Joseph's, and it made for a fantastic week of family vacation! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Glad you had a good time! It was great to have your family stay with us. We look forward to having you stay with us again. We LOVE seeing kids grow up here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sami W.

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

Close to St. Joe

We loved how close it was to downtown St. Joseph and how we could walk there from the property. There was plenty of space in the rental which was also nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Happy to have you visit. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Spacious, Great Location

We always enjoy the walk-ability of St. Joe. The house is very spacious and well-taken care of. Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2022
Glad you had a good time. It was great having you here. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

It was a perfect location to walk dogs and to hotel where wedding party and many guests stayed. Very relaxed plenty of room for everybody
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Annual family gathering

We have stayed at this property annually well over 10 years. Great location, easy walking to activities. We plan to return the summer of 2022.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thanks for leaving a review. We love having families who come year after year. Looking forward to seeing you in the summer of 2023.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

The 4th

The house was charming & perfect for our extended family. Location was ideal - we could walk everywhere. We cooked most of our meals-the kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment. It was a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2024
So pleased to have you stay with us! Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Favorite summer trip

This property is our annual choice to stay in St Joseph Michigan. The location is within walking distance to downtown, beach and much more. We have used the cottage for over 10 summers
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
You are family now! And we’re so glad to have your family stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Family fun ♥️

We have stayed at this property almost every year since 2016! We absolutely love the home and it is close to shops and downtown and the beach. Chris is always a joy to talk to and she is thoughtful and responsive. We love our trips here and recommend the property to anyone looking to explore the third coast ♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Perfection!

Perfect place for our family vacation...we loved our stay at the cottage! All the amenities we needed were included, the house had everything and we could walk everywhere. Chris and Dave were so kind, attentive and truly the best hosts. The perfect house to stay at St. Joe’s - we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Wonderful to have you! Please come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D. D.

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

perfect location and very cute, quaint little cottage!

The perfect cottage for a week's stay in the cutest beach town! The ONLY thing i might critique is maybe updating some of the furniture as it has clearly had some use over the years (very obvious to see why as this is a perfect rental for the area). I'm still giving it 5 stars as it is worthy of it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Thanks for the review and the suggestion. Yes, the furniture gets a lot of use, especially since we rent to a lot of families with young children. We’ve been holding off doing it so we can keep rates as low as possible. Thanks for the suggestion.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Had an amazing stay. Beautiful quaint home with a fantastic location to everything.

Beautiful quaint home, walking distance to everything. Thank you to our host. House fully equipped with everything and then some. Beach, splash pad, restaurants, ice cream and Carousel kept us busy all week. Gorgeous weather, had a fabulous week. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2022
Thanks, Mary. It was a joy to have you stay with us. I’m glad it met all your needs. That’s what we want.

About the host

Hosted by Chris or David Vandenburgh

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Dave and Chris met nearby, raised their two boys all over the US, and retired to St. Joseph in 2017. They bought this house in 2004 with the plan to retire to it and rented it as a vacation home for families to come to in the meantime. It’s been so much fun having families come that they retired into a much smaller house so they could keep this one as a vacation rental. (Since they are avid sailors, they aren’t home much during the summer anyway.) This neighborhood is a wonderful old historic neighborhood; it works great for summer vacations because it is between the town and the beach, and because it’s laid out nicely for family fun.

Why they chose this property

Vacation rentals on the beach are very expensive, and the hike up the bluff to town can be tough. This cottage is ideally situated between the town and the beach so you have the best of both worlds. The City of St. Joseph hasn’t allowed any new short-term vacation rentals in many years out of desire to preserve the historic charm of the city neighborhoods, so we feel privileged to be able to offer our home - in the old, quiet, historic neighborhood - for rental and we do our best to rent to those who want the same things. The house is furnished with our own much-loved family things.

What makes this property unique

We furnished the home for ourselves to live in. We hope it makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Many vacation rentals feel like hotels. We hope our cottage feels like a place you always wanted to stay. This is NOT your ordinary commercial rental. Other rentals are newer, more modern and updated, with nicer stuff. Ours is homey and traditional and comfortable - just the way we like it. (And that lets us keep our rates as low as possible.)

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