Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI - Berrien County

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Benton Harbor, MI

Harbor Shores Golf Club9 min drive
Silver Beach11 min drive
Sarett Nature Center13 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI

Welcome to a truly unique vacation experience in this stunning, turn-of-the-century church, renovated into a modern and stylish retreat! With its grand architecture, this property offers a one-of-a-kind stay that will leave you feeling inspired and rejuvenated. SW Michigan's most beautiful beaches are located 5-10min away and downtown St. Joseph is only a quick 7-min drive! The house offers a quiet retreat while remaining close to wineries/breweries, wedding venues, restaurants & golf courses!

Inside, the main hall has been transformed into a spacious and welcoming living area, complete with comfortable seating, a large projector TV, a pool table, and ping-pong table, and many other board games for endless entertainment. The fully equipped kitchen boasts all the amenities you'll need to whip up a delicious meal and don't forget about the grill outside for warm summer evenings. The property features four comfortable bedrooms with extra sleeping space on the fold-out couch in the main living area. The property also offers one and a half bathrooms. Outside, the property offers a large outdoor deck, perfect for enjoying the beautiful Michigan weather and hosting memorable gatherings. A large fire pit is also available for cozy nights under the stars, perfect for making smores with family and friends. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled getaway, this unique church-turned-vacation rental has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. Come experience the magic of this special place and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Guests will be able to access the property anytime after check-in with a code.

We are dog-friendly, please no cats. We do require a $100 per stay fee (max 2 pets.) You are welcome to include your dog(s) in the booking or we can send a separate invoice. If you choose to bring your pet please remember to keep them in the designated areas outside and clean up after them

Property manager

Sara A Barber

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets 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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

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

About the area

Benton Harbor

Located in Benton Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park.

Benton Harbor, MI

What's nearby

Harbor Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive
White Pine Winery - 10 min drive
Silver Beach - 11 min drive
Sarett Nature Center - 13 min drive
Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 13 min drive

Getting around

St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 11 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

Grand Crossing - 12 min drive
La Perla Produce - 12 min drive
Blossom Trails Golf Club - 12 min drive
Clementines Too - 11 min drive
Azul Tequila - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary by the Shore | Unique Stay by Lake MI located?

This family-friendly Benton Harbor holiday home is located on a lake, 1.2 mi (2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silver Beach and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Harbor Shores Golf Club and Box Factory for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

29 August 2023

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

Wedding weekend in St. Joseph

I booked this for my husband and 4 adult children and their significant others to be together for a family wedding. It was a fantastic place to stay and have family time. Pool table was a HUGE hit, as well as the ping pong table, projection TV and outdoor space for our 4 legged family members to take a break. Kitchen is big, and we also enjoyed the various tables and nooks for small conversations. And, to say we stayed in a “church” for the weekend was a big hit as well. Highly recommend for other larger groups!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant W.

21 July 2023

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

Great Stay

We had 5 adults and 3 young children and this house was perfect for us. Plenty of space for everyone, we all thought the layout was really cool. The house is an easy 8-10 minute drive to the downtown area, very convenient to restaurants and the beach. If we ever return to this area, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

23 April 2023

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

Boys trip

Perfect place to be for a father son fishing trip on lake Michigan. Recommend this as a must stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

28 December 2022

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

Awesome vibe

We loved staying at the remodeled church. So much space, fun ping pong and pool games for the family and tons of running space for our puppy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Grandville

25 October 2022

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

A great place with tons of room

We really enjoyed our stay here! It is very big, lots of fun things to do (projector screen for movies, pool table, ping pong) and we loved the outdoor firepit! We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022