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John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach

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The property has a screened porch and firepit.
Terrace/patio
French doors open to the back deck.
The living room also has a cozy fireplace.
The kitchen was all new just two years ago.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Coloma Charter Township, MI
  • 12 Corners Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Sarett Nature Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Silver Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach

Located just down the street from one of the nicest beaches on Lake Michigan, this house was recently and renovated and furnished. You'll love the modern kitchen and bathroom. The property has a fire pit and fully screened porch. A few miles north of St. Joe, this is a great choice for a weekend getaway or family vacation, with shopping restaurants, great golf courses and wineries all nearby. You'll enjoy a new, sparkling clean, wonderfully furnished property that's west of M-63 and so close to the water. We would be happy to accommodate you!

Property manager

john livingston
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Coloma

Lake Michigan Beach is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Coloma Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • 12 Corners Vineyards - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Sarett Nature Center - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • White Pine Winery - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Silver Beach - 14 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blossom Trails Golf Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hot Spot - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chatterbox - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is John's Beachside Cottage -- Short Walk To Terrific Lake Michigan Beach located?

Situated in Lake Michigan Beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Michigan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sarett Nature Center and 12 Corners Vineyards. Contessa Wine Cellars and Harbor Shores Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Comfortable and close to work

I spent a month here for a job nearby. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood just off Blue Star Hwy which makes it easy to get around the area. The host was very easy to contact and accommodating.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Great Stay

This property was exactly what I needed for my situation. It was perfectly located, clean, included everything I needed to have a comfortable stay, and the host was great to work with.
Stayed 81 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Long weekend

Comfortable house. Beautiful beach. Spent a day at South Haven and a day at St Joe. A nice weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

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

Weekend stay

We had a great long weekend with our adult children! Location to St. Joe's was great and we enjoyed our beach day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Enjoyed the home. The hike down to the beach was a bit much but the beach itself was amazing. A very comfortable home. Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

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

Wonderful base for Sisters Weekend

My sister and I stayed here while we were enjoying a sisters weekend in SW Michigan. This was a great cozy location close to lots of great activities in the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Starr R.

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

A Place of Peace

We came to town for the transitioning of my mother. John was very accommodating and compassionate regarding our situation during this time. The location was well cared for and we diligently ensured that we kept the property in the pristine condition that we found it. This rental provided everything that we needed and any additional needs were conveniently located at a nearby convenience store. John was available on demand and very attentive with communications. We want to thank John from the bottom of our hearts for his stellar hospitality!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Feels very clean and fresh

We would stay here again! I gave four stars on location only because of it being by a very small commercial business. It is a very nice property and well maintained. The beds are comfy as is the living room furniture. The kitchen has plenty of dishes, glasses , etc. the screened front porch is delightful! Thanks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Making memories

This was my kids 4th time staying here and they cant wait to go back. We love how quiet the neighborhood is (you dont even notice the shop next door). The beach is quiet and beautiful and the proximity to things to do makes for easy outings. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Great Location

Cozy, clean house. Great location between St Joe and South Haven. Private beach is cool, but it is a long walk down many stairs with a short ladder at end to get to beach. Beautiful walk down to beach, but wouldn't be able to take much with you. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana H.

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

All we needed

Nice and clean property!! It had everything we need for my husband and i, and my two adult kids. We loved the location and although there was a factory next door, we were not bothered by it. The best part was having the beach so close. We enjoyed the private beach, and the walk was not bad at all! We washed dishes manually , on our last day we couldn't find dishwasher soap so we only loaded the dish washer as we run out of time. The laundry room was very convenient. The property is so close to my mother in law , so this will be our spot for future visits!! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

Wonderful stay

The house had a great feel to it. Smelled good, was incredibly clean and easy to find. Everything was as depicted including being a little loud with road noise and the business next door, but I believe that was in the description or other reviews. Communicating with John was easy. He was kind and gracious with my needs. I'd absolutely stay again and hopefully bring some people with me. The property would be great for a family. I was so busy enjoying the area, I didn't get to the private beach till the last day. The stairs were a little much for me, but I saw a black squirrel when i was exploring and that was worth the visit! 100% would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

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

Excellent little place

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C.

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

A quiet vacation

We enjoyed staying in this charming cottage with screened porch. It has easy access to the beach as well as an easy ride to Coloma or Benton Harbor/St. Joe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Labor Day

Drove up for a wedding. This place was very cute with a great porch both front and back. Felt very private with no noise from the business next door but it was a holiday weekend. My kids were too big for the twin beds. I knew they would be so I brought my own blow up bed but it broke. We tried to use the fold away bed but they complained that it was super uncomfortable and preferred the floor. I would suggest a roll away bed and or new mattress for the couch. The map to the beach access was a bit confusing so I think the stairs we found were not the ones we were supposed to use but once you find it, it’s just beautiful. I would definitely rent again. Thanks for the coffee because we forgot to bring ours!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay O.

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

Great find for family of 5

Quiet neighborhood with fun walk to really cool beach. Short drives to Silver Beach and South Beach. Clean, and had everything we needed. Great price too. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Cute cottage

Cute place and great screened in porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Summertime

Loved our stay, rented property three times this summer. Had a great time every time. The beach and lake where beautiful. My family had a great summer spending time on Lake Michigan. I would definitely rent this property again. See you next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivo Y., Chicago, il

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

Cute little house

Cute little house, We enjoy our stay there it was small but you have everything and space for everybody , it was clean and the owner was really responsible . thank you again we we have a lot of fun this Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jeffrey P., Kokomo USA

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

Satisfied

Everything was perfect except the “private beach” they advertise. Yes there is access, but it is not an easy walk down to this beach…then you have to be able to get from the path/steps to the actual beach. We did not attempt to go any closer than the path. There is also a small factory next to the house, but they are fairly quiet and close around 4pm daily.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the screened in porch. The proximity to the beach was very nice. The beds could be more comfortable. There is a business next door that starts early. Phone calls can wake you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Clean home, close to beaches!

We had a great 5 night stay. We have a 7 year old, 4 year old and 1 year old, and we all slept comfortably. There was plenty of room for us to set up a pack n play for the baby either in our bedroom or the living room. It was super clean, well stocked with essential household items (appreciated), and was super easy booking/check in/check out-wise. We frequented the beach within walking distance (it was a haul up steps coming back as mentioned), many many local beaches within 5-10 minutes, playgrounds, family friendly dining nearby, and even were able to have the kids play safely in the little yard. The washer and dryer were also appreciated! I’ll note it also had a tub for baby bathing. Overall— it made for the perfect little family stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louellen B.

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

Great Spot

We loved the property. We were apprehensive about biz next door but it wasn't loud. More plantings to screen the factory would help. Location was convenient to getting to St. Joe and beaches like Jean Klock Park. We used the private beach for quick dips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by john livingston

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I have several vacation properties in the area and also have a major Planned Unit Development that I'm preparing for groundbreaking. I am a licensed realtor in Illinois and spend most of my time in Chicago when I'm not watching the waves in St. Joe!

Why they chose this property

This property is new and impeccably clean! It was very tastefully renovated and furnished just a few years ago.

What makes this property unique

We are just a very short walk down Maple Lane to a fabulous neighborhood beach that hardly anyone else knows about. We think it's one of the finest beaches you'll find anywhere on Lake Michigan!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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