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Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!

Lakefront holiday home in Saint Joseph with patio

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! (St Joseph)
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Experience the picturesque charm of southwest Michigan at Proud Mary River Junction. This 100-year-old home boasts a riverside dock view where you can watch boats and wildlife while roasting marshmallows in the fire pit, or unwind on one of three decks with magical river views. With laundry facilities, central air, a wood-burning stove, and large living room with smart TV - this historic home is perfect for families or groups.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!

If you seek the picturesque charm of southwest Michigan and the serenity of the St. Joseph River, our historic 100 year old home ‘Proud Mary River Junction’ is the place for you!

Popular wedding venues, Harbor Shores golf course, wineries, breweries and fruit orchards all in close proximity. Just 15 quick minutes by car to downtown St. Joseph and beautiful Silver Beach State Park. (Jean Klock, Tiscornia and Grand Mere within 20 minutes)

4 Bedrooms, 2 full baths, this home sleeps up to 8. Kick back and watch the boats and blue heron from the riverside dock view while roasting marshmallows in the provided fire pit. Love wildlife like us? Check out some of the neighborhood friends we often see along the river in our photos. It is truly a photographers dream this friendly, quiet road. Enjoy the ever changing magical river views while fully unwinding on any three available decks. Dock provides river access to fish, launch kayaks or park boat. All major appliances available - refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender and condiments. Laundry onsite with central air, wood burning stove. Large living room with 52 inch smart Roku TV/Netflix/Hulu with DVD player. Seperate family room with 32 inch smart Roku TV/Netflix/Hulu with cable. Private upstairs master bed and bath with river views from the king size bed- small TV with cable. This is a child friendly home with toys, indoor & outdoor games, movies, high chair and outdoor swing set. Musician owned equipped with a stand up piano and plenty of interesting reads.
A true country riverfront oasis, close to town!

*We are dog pet friendly. Talk to owner prior to bringing. Must pay pet deposit ($50) at time of booking.
*Kayaks are available. Life vests and paddles located in garage, and are a must go wear on the river.
*Charcoal grill available, bring your own charcoal, stores in close proximity sell charcoal.
*stores in close proximity sell firewood to use in fire pit
*Fishing encouraged with life vests (some provided in home) and finishing license. Contact local DNR. Fish most commonly caught on the river - small and largemouth bass, crappie, carp, catfish.
*there is a small step in the beginning part of the house- it is about 2 inches.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Piano
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke away from house / no smoking inside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please let owner know of pets prior to your stay. Pets must be leashed. Pet deposit must be paid.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must pay pet deposit and inform owner of pet prior

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke away from house / no smoking inside

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Enjoy the Serene Beauty Access of the St. Joseph River?
Enjoy the serene beauty access of the St. Joseph River🌾

About the area

Map
St Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Michigan College - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Intercare Community Health Network - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Grand Mere State Park - 9 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 10 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 19 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Moe's Southwest Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mark III Grille & Bar and Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Intercare Community Health Network, Silver Beach and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Margaret B. Upton Arboretum and Lions Park Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

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

Riverside getaway

We enjoyed our stay. It had very good space for our family - nice bedrooms, big common areas, nice well stocked kitchen - we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

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

Beautiful!

Nice, big and comfortable stay! Beautiful river view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

A great place to gather

The home was very cute and very clean. The host responds to all questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim g., IN

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

River house stay

We enjoyed the river house, great location. Peaceful and quiet. Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

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

Beautiful

We all.enjoyed our stay.Beautiful house and views of the river.Great location for the beach and shops. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason - Mary T.

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

Summer 2024

Great house, enjoyed our stay. Home was great! Love St Joe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Peace on the St Joe River

Amazing! Quiet, quaint and quality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Great Getaway

We loved the peaceful neighborhood and being right on the river. Great accommodations slept 6 adults just fine. Property was as described, and we especially enjoyed the convenience of having games, books, condiments, etc. on-hand. Before we left we were sure to book next year's stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

comfortable.

home is comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Restful

Nice quiet neighborhood, watch for the raccoons! They will get into anything left out. Nice access to the river. Excellent place to stay with your family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

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

Great place to relax!

We needed a place to stay for a wedding we were attending at one of the local wineries. It was so quiet and peaceful, a welcome place to stay away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to see everyone in 10 minutes or so. Lovely set up. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Peace!

So beautiful. So peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Perfect

This property is somehow even better in person! We were blown away by the beauty both inside and out. What a peaceful neighborhood along the river, and the home was so neat and spacious with activities for all ages. Would definitely return if visiting the St Joseph area again! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy O.

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

Great stay!

We booked a last minute trip for our kids spring break. The property owner was amazing with communication. We had a great time. The house has great character and the girls loves playing with all the toys and reading all the books. It was a nice week of games and relaxing. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janese T.

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

Beautiful River View

The house was perfect for our family to getaway. Quiet neighborhood and easy to find. The road is great for quiet walks. Lots of sitting areas to be together or find a spot to read. Highly recommend this house and location. The owner was very nice and easy to work with. We had no problems at all with this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Relaxing

We had such a nice, relaxing time. The house felt like home and had everything we needed. Such a beautiful street too. When we take another vaca up there we'll definitely stay at this place. We didn't take advantage of the kayaks so we HAVE to come back. Thank you for sharing your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Peaceful retreat

We had a wonderful stay at the river house. There was an abundance of spaces to enjoy (both inside and out), comfortable beds, and a peaceful setting. We took walks along the road every day and enjoyed kayak rides in the river. It was close to the venue for our niece's wedding and only 20 minutes from beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan. I would definitely come back here to stay again, maybe for a fun girls' weekend. Thank you for sharing your home with us and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
From the time my family and I arrived, including our doggy, we all loved the house. The area was safe and great and a short drive from downtown St. Joseph, including the beach, and two awesome state parks: Grand Mere and Warren Dunes. Everything was dog-friendly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Perfect trip

What a relaxing place to stay. The house felt like home. The view from the front deck and river deck was beautiful. The neighborhood was so peaceful and friendly. People walking by were very friendly. I would recommend this house to anyone wanting to get away to relax. The inside of the house was clean and comfortable. Lots of kitchen counter space, and large dining area. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Zach and Kristen A.

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

Wedding Week

My girlfriends and I reserved this house for a wedding in town. The property was great, we enjoyed the view of the river and spacious home. Overall, we had a fantastic stay. The only things I noticed were that the stairs were spaced unevenly, and we couldn’t find the dumpster until the last night one appeared in the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

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

Charming house!

This house was absolutely charming. It was vintage yet updated. We loved the large living room and the comfortable furniture. It was very clean, spacious and had everything that you needed. The view to the river was incredible and so peaceful. There was a nice deck off of the kitchen area as well. Our grandkids enjoyed the play area and swings. The owner was prompt in responding to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher M.

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

Great Getaway

The location, yard and house size were perfect for our family stay of seven. The house was neat but definitely needs some updates. Mattress’s and washer and dryer. The deck across from the property has rotten boards. The neighborhood is lovely. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Great Stay!

House and yard were great! Much bigger than it looks in the pics. Fully equipped with nice towels, linens, soaps. Kitchen was also fully equipped with extras like air fryer, dishwasher, sharp knives, filtered water in frig., condiments and plenty of pans. We were in town for a wedding. Six of us were very comfortable for the 3 nights. Having the River right across, with deck and dock was really nice. Carry out from Mark III was really good. Thank you Proud Mary River House!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Gail K.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

River home

Things that need attention. No ice maker , stove elements crooked, some not working,no firewood, floor boards on dock rotten (chair fell Though causing bruises) floating dock inaccessible (no hand rails). Positive points. River view, fantastic sunset, friendly neighbors, sweet neighbor dogs, so much to see and do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam g.

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

Relaxing Oasis

This lovely home perfectly fit my family of teen and young adult children! Picturesque views made a beautiful backdrop for family photos. The house was so comfortable and clean, and the kitchen had everything we needed and more! Great location, just a short drive to downtown, beaches, and golf courses! Everyone was able to enjoy daily activities and then meet back at the house for camp fires and games. I loved having coffee on the deck and our teens adored the cozy window seat:). Hosts were very responsive to messages, which was much appreciated. We visit St. Joseph often, as we have family in the area and this house is definitely on our list of places to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023