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The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.

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Primary bedroom looking out to the hot tub
A sunset view through a window with trees, a chair, and a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
Primary bedroom with view and outdoor access to the hot tub and lake
Front of the house

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Benton Harbor, MI
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Benton Harbor

A family-friendly stay in Benton Harbor awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be steps from Lake Michigan. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and gas grills. .In the area of this Benton Harbor holiday home, you'll find Silver Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Silver Beach - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Andrews University - 19 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 26 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 41 min drive - 79.4 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 41 min drive - 79.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Crossing Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dimaggios Pizza & Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Azul Tequila - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chatterbox - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪North Pier Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.

Bask in panoramic views at this 4-bed, 3-bath home which overlooks Lake Michigan. "The Blue Heron" boasts your own private beach, large backyard, beautifully landscaped oasis and a spacious, thoughtfully furnished interior including a 12-person dining table. When finished enjoying the beautiful beach, step out and explore the numerous wineries, golf courses and boutiques nearby.

3,000 square foot space with indoor fireplace, year round sun room and all the amenities to enjoy indoors and out

We live in Indianapolis and can be reached by phone or text at anytime. We do have a local property manager that will be your contact for any house issues that may arise and to serve as your local contact

Guests will have full private access to enjoy the entire home and property, including the private beach. Guests will access the home via a smartlock using a secure code which will be sent via email.



Perfect location, just minutes from city centre St. Joseph, and Silver Beach, which has a beautiful public beach complete with carousel and splash pad for kids.

The beautiful fall foliage and festive winter environment make this home a year round destination. Beautiful indoor stone fireplace helps keep everyone warm and cosy on cold Michigan evenings.

OUTDOOR OASIS: Private deck, gas grill, hot tub, fire table, beach towels, yard & garden, private beach views/access.

INDOOR FEATURES: 3 Smart TVs, stone fireplace, board games, books, dining table, garage equipped with indoor basketball, ping pong and TV lounge area.

KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, Crockpot, water filter/ice maker, cooking basics, dish ware/flatware, high chair available

BEDROOMS: Bedroom Suite 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed w/ Twin Trundle, Twin/Full Bunk Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Office: Pull out Queen size sofa/bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

GENERAL: Free WiFi (high speed), central air conditioning/heating, washing machine/dryer, linens/towels, iron/board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, 2 steps to enter, single-story home, grab rails in shower

PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), no street parking

This luxury lakefront property is very welcoming to groups of 12., however it is limited to 8 adults. Two outdoor dining areas and a large backyard make it a perfect location for enjoying the outdoors right on the property.

A brand new set of stairs to the beach were installed in March of 2025 with a beautiful 16x16 deck overlooking the lake. The stairs have 157 steps but are gradual with resting spots along the way.

Prior to your stay, we require you to sign and agree to our rental conditions.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Table tennis

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

No Pets / No Parties
No Smoking of any kind in doors
Maximum of 8 adults and a total of 12 guests

Pets

  • No pets 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.?

The closest beach to The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. is Silver Beach (8.9 km).

Does The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends..

Is The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.?

No, The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends.?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Blue Heron on Lake Michigan, private beach, hot tub, indoor fireplace, and outdoor fire table. Fully stocked home including beach towels and chairs. Great house for summer vacations and NOTRE DAME game weekends. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and incredible view!! Our family loved hanging out on the private beach during the day and playing games in the evenings while watching the breathtaking sunsets!! St Joseph was a quick drive for shopping, restaurants/take-out and even some line dancing. The home was well stocked with everything we needed including a fun and delicious welcome basket. We look forward to returning!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property & home with a spectacular lake view. So glad we were able to spend our holiday here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our blue heron visit

Wonderful place with plenty of room and many extra items include included. Toys for the kids towels, beach chairs, and a well stocked coffee bar.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family loved our stay at the Blue Heron! Plenty of room for guests, a great kids room, lots of games and toys (the whole family loved the ping pong), beautiful private beach, and relaxing hot tub. The house was clean and well maintained. The communication was great, too. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake Michigan at Blue Heron

We have come to Lake Michigan as a family for a week in summer eight times in all. The Blue Heron is the only house we have put on Repeat. It is perfect. My two favorite features are 1) the large deck overlooking Lake Michigan from which every night there is a sunset worthy of an Impressionist painting, and 2) the sturdiest set of stairs down to the beach that anyone could possibly hope for. The stairs has a railing on both sides, vertical slats that make it impossible for a small child to fall through, and landings with benches to rest (it's a long way). The host is always available and accommodating. We look forward to more Repeats!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kelly

The house was wonderful, the inside was clean and spacious. There was a number of amenities that were provided by the host; bathroom towels, beach towels, bath products, a number of utensils and cookware, coffees, teas, games to name a few things. The host was very easy to get ahold of and the very minor things that came up during our stay were resolved very quickly. There are a few stairs to get down to the beach, we enjoyed counting them, but there are benches and landings all the way up to rest if needed. I highly recommend this property and we can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

End of summer getaway to paradise!

The Blue Heron absolutely surpassed our expectations! Our family of four traveled with another family of four, and no one wanted to leave the property for the duration of our stay (kids included)! We were greeted with a lovely welcome gift, and immediately noticed the stunning views! The beach is beautiful, and the privacy provides such a serene, peaceful atmosphere. Having two master suites was so convenient! The beds are very comfortable, and the hot tub is the perfect way to unwind at the end of a long day, or start the day with coffee and a gorgeous sunrise over the water. The kitchen is well-stocked and spacious, and we enjoyed the ease of cooking meals together without feeling like we were constantly in each other's way or on top of one another. The beach towels sand toys provided for the kids were much appreciated, as well as the firewood for a lovely beach bonfire in the evenings. We were able to get to restaurants and stores, if needed, within 10 minutes or less, but honestly we didn't leave the property often. We would definitely return in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly attentive host and home supplied with everything and anything you would want plus. The floor plan is perfect for families with kids and the yards are beautifully planted. It’s a long climb down and up to the beach but worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026