Nestled in a rural wooded setting, this cozy cottage is a stone's throw from Lake Michigan and near Harbor Shores. With vaulted ceilings, reclaimed wood accents, and comfortable sleeping areas like the 'Lake Suite', you'll unwind in style.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns
Our cozy, family-friendly, newly remodeled cottage is a stone's throw from Lake Michigan and near Harbor Shores. Great location for peace and quiet, surrounded by trees on a large wooded property and isolated from any nearby neighbors. It's close to beautiful downtown St. Joseph, but also not far at all to South Haven and Coloma. Beaches, boating, several golf courses and great dining are all closeby. Home is quiet, private, clean and cozy.
Vaulted ceilings over the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Two general sleeping areas: one we like to call the "Lake Suite" with 3 beds, study area and sink, and the other slepping area contains 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Reclaimed wood can be found throughout the cottage from the former fruit stand that once was on the property. Everything here is brand new including the kitchen, bathroom, flooring and carpet, windows, paint and trim. We wanted to create a very comfortable space that would provide a cozy experience for you to relax and unwind all year. Check out the photos, we think you'll enjoy it!!
Rural wooded setting across the street from Lake Michigan. Closest neighbors are over 300' away. 8 minute drive from St Joseph and 20 minute drive from South Haven.
The exterior driveway is monitored by exterior camera for security and safety.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
A reminder that you can check-out anytime before 11:00
If you wouldn't mind leaving all used towels in the bathroom and leave all the bedsheets as they are, we'll take care of it!
When you're ready to leave please close all windows and lock all doors and press the [Yale] button on the keypad to lock the main door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Smoking/Vaping Cleaning Fee: $200
Pet Cleaning Fee: $200
A charge of $20 per unregistered overnight guest, per night.
We're on a septic system, which means human waste only down the toilet and liquid only down the sinks
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Benton Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Consider John EN Howard Bandshell for a night out or Margaret B. Upton Arboretum if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Benton Harbor travel guide
Is Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns located?
This family-friendly Benton Harbor cottage is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silver Beach and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Box Factory for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns Reviews
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Great cottage with short drives to great beaches, town, shops, and restaurants! Will definitely recommend to others and stay again if in the area! Loved all the games and amenities!
The Little Blue Cottage was perfect for our family’s getaway! Kira and Jean have thought of and provided everything necessary for families to feel at home away from home. The location is fantastic and the house had plenty of room for all of us.
This is a great little place with plenty of space to spread out. The “lake suite” is a wonderful bonus especially with kids! Great location, close to several destinations. Owners are very responsive and helpful.
We had a great stay visiting family in Michigan. So much to do and everything is very close to the cottage (downtown St. Joes, Silver Beach, etc). The cottage is awesome for families and we felt like we had room to spread out. Host was also very communicative. Thanks for a fun trip!
This place was perfect for a long weekend beach vacation with a family of teenagers! Just close enough to great beaches and shopping. The house was adorable and had ample space for all of us. The teens enjoyed their own “space” with the bonus room!
Great place for a family. The place isn't only exceptionally clean, it's well decorated and very comfortable. Loved how they had coffee sitting ready for us to use in the morning. Only 5 minutes north of St. Joseph (i.e. great location). Hosts were extremely responsive and very nice. Great stay!
Great Location and very clean place with all the amenities
Property was just as described. Very clean and all supplies provided. 10 minutes from Silver lake beach and secluded from neighbors. Highly recommend this place
We had a family wedding in St. Joseph and this place was the perfect house to rent for the weekend. House was super clean and had all the amenities we were looking for. Very close to a public beach and felt so secluded from all the other homes in the area! Would go back again!
My husband and I were grateful to have such wonderful hosts during our time of bereavement. The hosts were super quick to respond, the location was great and the house was immaculate. Check in and out was easy. In spite of the situation, we had a great stay. Thanks so much!
Clean, beautiful and with every small detail taken care of - Cozy blue cottage was truly a cozy relaxing experience for us. Nice layout, inviting back patio and large backyard with fire pit. Ideal location - straight shot of 8-10 min to beaches/parks and St. Joseph area restaurants with a very little traffic to bother you even in the busy vacation season. Benton harbor and South Haven attractions are also close by (15-20 min drive). We are happy that we picked blue cottage for our 3 nights, 4 days August vacation.
We just stayed at the Little Blue Cottage for 4 nights. This was one of our best VRBO experiences. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. The location was ideal for our purposes. The hosts were extremely responsive. Our group had 5 children ranging in age from 9 to 15 years old. The third bedroom/bunk house was perfect for the kids. They had their own space with beds for everyone, a table and chairs, couches, a sink and their own t.v. When we weren't our and about, the kids were able to enjoy their own space. Very enjoyable for everyone, excellent experience, will certainly come back.
The cottage was exactly as depicted, and the communication with the owners was seamless and delightful. It had everything we needed, and we had a very nice time!! I would recommend to any family!
My wife and I just wanted a quiet, comfortable weekend away, and we definitely got it here. The amenities are great if you plan to hibernate, the property is clean and homey, and Kira’s communication throughout the process has been great. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Very nice experience. House was immaculate, comfortable beds and plenty of linens.
Kitchen very well appointed, every appliance and utensil provided.
Children had a great space to play inside and out.
Would definitely recommend the stay ☺️