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Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana

Holiday home in Benton Harbor, 3-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Riverside, MI
  • Place, Harbor Shores Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, 12 Corners Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

+2
2 Single Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Office
Garden

About this property

Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana

This 3-br/2-ba main cottage and 1-br/1-ba detached guest house is IDEAL for a family getaway. It’s less than two hours from Chicago and sits on 1+ acres at the end of a long, quiet driveway. Newly furnished and completely equipped with all you need for a relaxing get-away!

The guest house is a fully independent living space that provides grandparents / friends / travel partners / nannies /au pairs with their own space & privacy. The guest house also works as an office for families looking for an easy “WFH Summer Scenery Change”. Most furniture / furnishings are BRAND NEW in 2021. (See below.)

Features
• Open-floor plan, high ceilings and large windows allow you to see Lake Michigan and sunsets from almost every room in the main cottage;
• Screened-in patio provides direct views of the lake and protection from the elements;
• The main house also has a sunny garden and patio outside of the kitchen equipped with a table and chairs - perfect for eating breakfast or reading. It also has a propane-powered grill and fire pit;
• The main house has a large yard overlooking the lake, perfect for relaxing in comfortable chairs, or for playing games (all provided).
• The guest house has high ceilings, open floor plan & two patios/decks.
• Minutes to public beaches (no beach access from the property). Enjoy the beach chairs, umbrella, and whcooler for your beach days:
o Hagar Park (<5 Min. drive N.);
o Rocky Gap County Park (<10 Min drive S.); and,
o Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph (<15 Min drive S.);

Details
• Entire property sleeps 6 adults MAX with 3-4 children/teens. Central air. High speed internet. Slingbox equivalent. DirectTV.
o Main house sleeps 4 adults (+2 children/teens)
-Bedroom One: 1 Queen. Panoramic views of the lake, large closets, and an
ensuite master bathroom
-Bedroom Two: 1 Queen
-Bedroom Three: Twin trundle appropriate for children/teens
o Guest house sleeps 2 adults (+2 children/teens)
-Bedroom One: 1 Queen
-Main open room: Twin Trundle bed appropriate for children/teens

• NEW in Spring 2021: Sleeping areas - all mattresses, pillows, comforters, towels and linens. Kitchens - all silverware / kitchen-ware, dinnerware, blenders, coffee makers. Living area - dining room table and interior chairs; Exterior - table and chairs on screened-in-porch; grills; all rugs; all beach gear and games.
• Pack-N-Play, slumberpod, infant/toddler high chair, toddler booster dining seat, infant and toddler bathtubs, toddler tricycle stroller, inflatable kids pool, and kids dinnerware (plates, bowls, cups, silverware) included

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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Benton Harbor

Located in Benton Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area. Harbor Shores Golf Club and 12 Corners Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Sarett Nature Center. Ready for a night out? Consider John EN Howard Bandshell and Shadowland Pavilion.
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Riverside, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • 12 Corners Vineyards - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Lake Michigan College - 11 min drive - 16.5 km
  • White Pine Winery - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Silver Beach - 11 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverside Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anemel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vineyard 2121 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪North Pier Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Houndstooth - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vista Michigana, Vista Michigana located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Harbor Shores Golf Club and Sarett Nature Center. 12 Corners Vineyards and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tina Kalinowski

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Couple from Chicago area with 2 small children.

Why they chose this property

Love the view! Enjoy the homes quirky past and look forward to making it a place to make wonderful family memories.

What makes this property unique

Main home and guest house to accommodate travel partners.

Languages:

English