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The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences!

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a pendant light, a painting on the wall, and a sign that reads 'FISH FRY'.
A corner room with three windows, a wooden table, and two chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a wooden countertop, and a window.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large hanging light fixture.
A kitchen with wooden beams, a central island with stools, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Berrien Springs, MI
  • Place, Lake Chapin
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Andrews University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences!

Charming, historic 1870’s Farmhouse on two acres. “So cute!” (Said the last guest). Enjoy the peace and quiet of country living in this newly renovated Farmhouse! Close to all the activities the St. Joseph River community has to offer. Nestled between Buchanan & Berrien Springs, enjoy Fernwood Nature Center, River Saint Joe’s dining, wineries incl. Domaine Berrien Cellars around the corner, farmers’ markets, biking & hiking trails, boating, kayaking, bird watching, bicycling. Floating down the St. Joe river. Snow skiing or snowmobiling.The St. Joe River Miami Marina boat launch is just 7 mins away! For Beaching, it’s just a short drive to the Lake Michigan beaches. The Farm is private yet accessible! Cottage core decor. Fully equipped kitchen for the most discerning gourmet chef. Oven, dishwasher, cook top, a gas & charcoal grill, 2 different coffee makers, Keurig, and drip, and large side deck off the kitchen facing beautiful, large green space for entertaining. Outdoor fire pit for enjoying stories around the camp fire. Enjoy sitting on the front porch in your comfy rocker enjoying the sunset, or relax on the covered, side porch while grilling. If inclement weather, the covered porch is a blessing. A perfect place for a romantic getaway for just two with the primary bedroom on the first level. Or enjoy a group outing as we sleep 12 comfortably with one first floor bedroom & five upstairs bedrooms. Full bathrooms on both levels. Ask about our rates for hosting a special event such as a small wedding, party or family reunion. We have a tent available for rent and can arrange all the details with you! Handicap accessible with ramp and first floor bedroom/bathroom. Enjoy the St. Joe River for fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, or hiking. Canoe and kayak rentals on the Dowagiac River or St. Joseph River. There are two nature preserves within miles and two boat launches at your finger tips. Check out Stover U-pick Fruit Farm or Kugel Fruit Market. Visit the many tasting rooms and wineries in Southwest Michigan’s Wine Country! Enjoy the warm Summer sunshine, Wonderful fall foliage and many winter sports activities or just relax at the Farm! This is a nature lover’s paradise. Dogs welcome. Games for the dogs or kids. The Field of Dreams Dog Park in Buchanan is perfect for a fenced-in dog romp or just enjoy the two acres of The Farm!

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
There is an extra charge for any event.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Turn off AC units
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Shoes off in the main rooms
Late check out $100 per hour
Maximum number of guests: 12 without prior permission.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2905412vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: There is an extra charge for any event.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Berrien Springs

Located in Berrien Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Warren Dunes State Park and Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Howard Performing Arts Center and Cass Street Park. Clevenger Park and Free Run Cellars are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Berrien Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chapin - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Walton Bridge Park - 4 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Andrews University - 6 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Buchanan Commons - 7 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Niles Station - 15 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Baguette de France - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lehman's Orchard Brewery & Farmhouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Farm! Charming, Historic 1870’s Farmhouse with all the conveniences! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake Chapin and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve. Walton Bridge Park and Victory Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and relaxing. It had everything we could’ve needed, and if it didn’t our host was just a text away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming farmhouse with plenty of indoor and outdoor space. Kitchen was well appointed. Air conditioning was needed and worked great. Firepit had plenty of firewood and chairs. Easy to find location with limited traffic. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic home with a nicely, updated kitchen, and beautiful outdoor areas. Great for a large group with plenty of places for the kids to run around. Hillary was easy to contact and very responsive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rebekah G.

Liked: Check-in, location
The home was charming and very well supplied. Only issue was that we were only allows access to 5 of the 6 bedrooms, and so we were short a bed for the 7 adults and 2 children we had arranged to stay there. Otherwise, it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Regarding this review, I’m not sure why because the renter had been advised that one of the bedrooms was under construction. We have converted the upstairs half bath into a full bath by taking a small part of the twin bedded bedroom. The bedroom still had some renovation to complete. The construction is now complete and all six bedrooms are available. However, in this situation with 7 adults five bedrooms would have been sufficient unless they had paid for full occupancy. My pricing is organized so that if your group is smaller than 10-12, you can save money. That’s the reason for the extra person charge. I think that’s the fair way to do it so you’re not paying too much with a smaller group. With 10-12 in your party you would have all six bedrooms. I hope that clears it up the confusion. If anyone has any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Hilary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful and the host was helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in this historic farmhouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 September 2025
So glad you had a great stay and that you recognized the historical significance of the Farm!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Monica I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very rustic setting which we loved, perfect for large groups. Our stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home and area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a week here with a 10 person family gathering. We found it to a very nice location and thoroughly enjoyed it. Highlights for us were...Generously stocked with cleaning, laundry and dish supplies. Including a large selection of Keurig pods, Seasonings/herbs, and oils. Many outdoor locations to congregate and enjoy to farmland views. Including a very quiet backyard swing for 2. A great fire pit.Kitchen is first rate. Easily handling 2 full meals a day. Downstairs bathroom/shower got great reviews from us all. Tons of towels and extra linens with a really good laundry.Wifi handled everything we threw at it without issue. Well set up for outdoor entertainment. There are many games, extra chairs, and 2 full size picnic tables. My main suggestion for potential renters would be to bring longer charging cords.The house predates wired electric so modern outlets are at a minimum in the older front and upstairs bedrooms. Ext cords and powerstrips are provided to help alleviate this, but long charging cords are helpful to get things near you. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tish D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very kind, very clean and you would not know that it’s pet friendly which I’m grateful for as I have allergies. Lovely historic home with lots of rooms and a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike Y.

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

Nice old farm house!

Perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

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

Great place to stay

The host was very responsive and understanding. This place is large and held our larger crew.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Farmhouse Has Everything

Clean accommodations, available host. Lots of space, including spacious yard with firepit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you. So glad you’ve booked again for 2026.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful areaNot enough paper towels, no foil, no condiments etcClean & beautiful antique furnishings, love the beddingWish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you for your stay. Wish you could have stayed longer too. I follow VRBO recommendations and provide two rolls of paper towels, and six rolls of toilet paper. I do not provide condiments. That would be against health codes. I also do not provide aluminum foil. That would also be unsanitary. Thank you for understanding. I appreciate that you enjoyed my beautiful antiques & that you complimented the cleanliness. I use a service locally who are Seventh Day Adventists and they are extremely conscientious. I trust them explicitly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alaina P.

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

Lovely Visit with Family and Friends

We had a great stay. The place was very comfortable. The host was easy to reach and very helpful. We had a wonderful time visiting with friends and family around the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Child Friendly

Great place to stay with small children. There was a fun bunk bed for our toddler and they provided baby gates so that our baby couldn’t climb up the stairs. We had a great visit with family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Farm is a rustic and cozy farmhouse. I was everything we wanted in our quiet get away from the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

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

Very Nice Home

This home is very nice and unique. The host was very responsive and welcoming. It accommodated our large crew. We look forward to staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

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

Perfect for Us!

My family of four loved this home. Plenty of room, lovely furnishings, and convenient location for the wedding we attended at he Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

lindsy r.

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

Summer stay

Had everything we needed. Quiet and peacful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Gathering of Friends

Check in was very simple. House was very interesting and clean. Perfect for a getaway!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Wedding weekend

Great house .. very spacious .. had everything we needed ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Beautiful Country Stay

A beautiful property! The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. Working with Hilary was a pleasure as she responded quickly to all my questions and made the check-in/check-out process a breeze. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelley V.

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

Plenty of room

We needed a place with plenty of room. We had family coming from all over for our daughter's wedding.There was plenty of room! We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courd H.

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

Staying at the Farm

Stayed at the Farm for an ND football weekend and had a great time! Beautiful old farmhouse was as it was listed. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2025
It’s Notre Dame football season again! Please come back!

About the host

Hosted by Hilary Pender

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I have hosted through VRBO since 2009. I am very accommodating and will be available to you to create a wonderful, memorable vacation whether it be a long weekend, week, holiday or event.

Why they chose this property

It is private, relaxing and peaceful. Enjoy nature! A true getaway.

What makes this property unique

Can host special events at additional cost. Ask for details. Family reunions, small weddings, special birthdays, special anniversaries. We have an outdoor tent for a sit down dinner or buffet. Two acres! Lots of parking space.

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