Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun
Marina Sunset
SLEEPS: 6 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2.5
* MARINA FRONT PROPERTY * COMMUNITY POOL * NO PETS
*Please be aware that you are required to sign an additional lease document required by HOA. This includes all guests regardless of the booking platform. Additional documents must be filled out and returned 10 days prior to check in. *Memorial Day to Labor Day, Saturday check-in and check-out only.
Located in the beautiful beach town of Saint Joseph, Michigan, this brand-new waterfront townhome is located within Harbor Shores Resort. The area's natural beauty can be seen throughout several dunes areas and beaches nestled on the southeast corner of Lake Michigan. Enjoy wineries, award winning breweries, and an abundance of restaurants. There are adventures abound with boating, fishing, hiking, and biking all nearby.
Beach/Swimming: Tiscornia Beach Park- 4 Min (1.1 miles) is a family-oriented park located on 16 acres along the shoreline of Lake Michigan at the northwest corner of St. Joseph. Walk to St. Joseph and Benton Harbor's iconic North Pier lighthouses. Take a seat in the sand to watch sailboats and lake freighters, fish off the pier, swim and picnic. Then finish your day off with a Lake Michigan sunset.
Silver Beach- 4 Min (1.2 miles)-Saint Joe's most popular beach features a clean, wide beach on 2,450 Lake Michigan frontage. It is directly below the bluff and downtown Saint Joseph. The beach area includes volleyball courts, playgrounds, SUP rentals, a concession stand, public restrooms and access to the south pier.
Jean Klock Park- 5 Min (1.6 miles) Park amenities include a playground, picnic shelter, charcoal grills, paved parking, boardwalk, observation trail and tower, bathhouse and pavilion. Jean Klock Park is a trailhead that leads to 10 miles of natural and urban fitness adventure whether you hike, bike or cross-country ski. (parking fee required)
Lions Park Beach 8 min (2.3 miles) A short walk from Silver Beach remains the smaller yet quieter Lions Park Beach, offering 3 pavilions for rent, grills, playgrounds and public restrooms.
Bedroom Configurations: Primary Bedroom- King size bed, attached bathroom, 32" TV. Bedroom 2 - Queen size bed w/ pullout twin trundle and 50" TV Bedroom 3 - Queen size bed *Queen sleeper sofa on first floor as optional sleep space
Boats: There are swan paddle boat rentals at the Marina. Boat/Kayaks/Paddle Board rentals are available at- Third Coast Paddling 2 min (.5 Miles) Lake Life Watersports 4 Min (1.4 miles) Blue Water Boat Rentals 5 Min (1.5 miles)
Boat Launch: Benton Harbor Public Boat Launch 4 Min (1.3 miles) There is no dock at the property, you must trailer boat to boat launch.
Cable: There is not traditional cable here, but all TVs are set up for streaming, Hulu Live TV has been purchased for your use
Cell Phone Service: All Major carriers work well in this area.
Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip coffee maker and filters provided.
Distances : South Bend, Indiana: 48 minutes(41 miles) Grand Rapids: 1 hour and 19 minutes(82 miles) Michigan Adventure Amusement Park: 1 hour 49 Minutes(96 Miles) Chicago, Illinois: 1 hour and 52 minutes (99 miles) ) ) ) Detroit: 3 hours and 9 minutes(188 miles)
Drinking Water : City Water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks : Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace : Yes, gas fireplace
Fire-pit : Not available at this location
Fishing : Pier fishing
Fishing License : A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Grocery Store : Martin's Super Market: 11 minutes(3.9 miles) Meijer: 12 minutes(4.4 miles)
Heat : Forced air furnace
Internet/WIFI : Yes, capable of speeds up to 500 mbps
Linens : Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival.
Parking : Room for 2 cars in garage and there is additional parking about 120 yds from townhome
Pets : No pets are allowed per HOA rules
Privacy : There are neighbors directly attached to townhome
Space : Multi level townhome with rooftop patio
Seniors : Seniors are welcome but there are multiple sets of stairs in home and a few steps for entry
Televisions : Primary Living Room- 65" Smart TV Family Room- 65" Smart TV Primary Bedroom- 32" Smart TV Secondary Bedroom- 50" Smart TV
Towels : All bath, beach and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay.
Washer and Dryer : Yes, detergent provided
Winter Activities: * Ice Skating Distance: 5 miles - The John & Dede Howard Ice Arena in St. Joseph offers indoor ice skating. * Skiing & Snowboarding Distance: 45-55 miles - Swiss Valley Ski Area (about 50 miles away) offers skiing and snowboarding in the winter. * Winter Hiking Distance: 5-10 miles - Tiscornia Park and Silver Beach offer scenic winter walks along Lake Michigan. * Sledding Distance: 5-10 miles - Lakeshore Ice Skating & Sledding Park in St. Joseph has hills for sledding. * Ice Fishing Distance: 5-10 miles - Lake Michigan and nearby lakes provide ice fishing opportunities when conditions allow. * Winter Events Distance: 5-10 miles - Explore St. Joseph's Winter Wonderland for holiday displays and activities like horse-drawn carriage rides and light shows.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
About the area
Saint Joseph
Located in Saint Joseph, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider John EN Howard Bandshell and Shadowland Pavilion. Jet skiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Anemel - 3 min drive
Silver Beach Pizza - 4 min drive
Clementines Too - 4 min drive
Silver Harbor Brewing Company - 16 min walk
The Brick House - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun on 23 May 2026 start from AU$389, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Marina Sunset: Saint Joe's Hottest Summer Stay - Paddle, Swim, and Soak Up the Sun located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of White Pine Winery, Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. John EN Howard Bandshell and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also within 1 mile (2 km). St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is 20 minutes by foot.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property was in excellent condition and well appointed. Nice views and great communication. Thank you!
Chad S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the property and your stay. You were wonderful guests and we’d be delighted to host you again anytime! -Van, FVR
Our family had a great time staying here. Everything was top of the line and extremely clean. The location and view from the unit were amazing. By far the nicest place we’ve stayed in Saint Joseph!
Currier55
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2024
Chris, it's so great to hear that this was by far the nicest place you’ve stayed in Saint Joseph! That means a lot to us. We're glad that your family had a great time, and we hope to work with you again. -Claire, FVR
We loved our stay at Marina Sunset. The condo was spacious, clean, and well stocked. Beach chairs were great to have. Views from the porch and rooftop were wonderful. We loved watching the boats come in and out of the harbor. Nice to have the hotel close for food, coffee, and the bar. Nice to have a pool to walk to, downtown and silver beach few minutes drive.
Kelly M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Marina Sunset. You were wonderful guests, and we truly appreciated how easy you were to host. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! -Van FVR
We loved our stay! This Is a beautiful, clean, and convenient VRBO location only about 5 minutes from downtown and Silver Beach. Pool is nice and private. Appreciate all the guidance and tips in the booklet provided at the place. Swan and sailboat rides available right in the cove of this place! Thanks for the memories and hospitality!
Sarah C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2024
Sarah, summer vacations are all about making memories, so we're glad that you spent it with us. The swan and sailboat rides in the cove sound like a blast! You were wonderful guests, and we hope that you come back again. -Claire, FVR
This is a lovely three story new condo that is harborside. The rooftop lounging area is lovely to watch boats, birds, people. etc. Good quality kitchen ware and furniture.
Warren P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Warren, thank you for this review. The rooftop lounging area certainly is a big bonus for the property. Watching the marina can be mesmerizing. You were great guests, and we hope to work with you again. - Claire, FVR
We loved our stay! The townhouse was very nicely appointed, spacious and a lovely relaxing place for our family! It overlooks the marina and provides a wonderfully relaxing deck where my wife and I frequently sat enjoying the view of the marina and reading books! Our kids loved watching the boats come and go from the marina and getting to watch the drawbridge go up and down. The location is a drive to the beaches but it’s an easy drive and Silver Beach is not very far away. Great spot for a family vacation. My only negative comment is the master bed was too hard for my liking. Overall, great place, highly recommend.
Matt W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Matt, thank you for this lovely review and your recommendation. We agree, it is magical to watch the water and the marina from this property. We're glad that you enjoyed it also. Thank you for the feedback about the bed. We'll be certain that the owner gets that information. We hope to work with you again.-Claire, FVR
About the host
Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals
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