Updated Lake House w/Private Beach, Sunset Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Theater | House in Benton Harbor

10.0 (22 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  9 Guests  Stay&Play
Benton Harbor House | Updated Lake House w/Private Beach, Sunset Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Theater

4 Bedroom House in Benton Harbor

Welcome to Sunset Bluff, a newly renovated home perched atop the bluff with spectacular views of Lake Michigan. Everything in this lakefront home is brand new, from the floors to the bathrooms to the custom, fully stocked kitchen.
Enjoy the custom stone fire pit, eight-person hot tub, and the steps to your own private beach.
In addition, there are four great beaches within five minutes, including Rocky Gap less than a mile away, and Silver Beach in St. Joseph.
The House:
Sunset Bluff is peaceful and private. After a day enjoying the sun, sand, and cobalt blue waters of Lake Michigan from your private beach, you'll fall asleep to the gentle lull of the waves.
Relax on the deck as you take in the views, listen to the seagulls, and watch the boats drift past. Get a full body massage in the new eight-person hot tub. You might even catch sight of a bald eagle with the included binoculars.
Enjoy your morning coffee from the beverage nook. Wake up each morning with the stunning blue of Lake Michigan dazzling from every window, then grill out on the deck or make delicious meals in the upgraded kitchen stocked with modern amenities, stainless steel appliances, and quartzite stone countertops. You can also work remotely from the dedicated workspace.
After descending the stairs to spend the day sunbathing and playing in the water on your private beach, sit on the deck and grill dinner with the endless views of the water sparkling right in front of you.
In the evenings, relax on the loungers as the sun sets each night over Lake Michigan, enjoy the hot tub, or gaze up at the stars around the custom stone fire pit.
After a day of fun in the water, play some board games from the game cabinet, curl up with floor pillows and watch a movie in the downstairs movie room on Netflix, Hulu, or Disney+ (guests have subscription access), or find a new novel to read in the reading nook.
For your entertainment, there is a 65" flat-screen TV in the living room and a second 75" flat-screen TV downstairs in the finished basement movie room.
There is a laundry room downstairs as well, with detergent provided.
The Bedrooms:
The primary bedroom features a luxurious king bed, dedicated office space, and lounge area with spectacular views of Lake Michigan and triple sliders opening onto the back patio.
Please note: the primary bedroom does not have an en-suite bathroom. There is an updated full bathroom in the hallway with a custom tile shower.
Bedrooms two and three are cozy and snug. They feature queen beds with dressers, mirrors, and USB chargers on the nightstands. Bedroom three includes an en-suite bathroom, freshly remodeled with a custom tile shower.
In bedroom four, the kids’ room has a full over twin bunk bed, which sleeps up to three children.
Bring your boats! There is plenty of parking on the oversized circle driveway.
Provided amenities include:
-beach towels
-hair dryers
-shampoo, body wash, and conditioner
-fans
-toilet paper/paper towels throughout your stay
-bottled waters
-Coffee pods
-suitcase racks
-Wi/Fi
-oversized parking (boats and jet skis welcome)
-binoculars
-games
-bottled waters
-grill
-propane for the grill
-laundry detergent
Nearby Activities:
Silver Beach is by far the best beach for families in the area. Play on the beach playground, try your hand at beach volleyball, rent some paddle boards or kayaks, splash around in the giant splash pad fountain, ride the carousel, and walk the famous St. Joe pier to the lighthouse. Charter a fishing boat, rent a sailboard, or try your hand at boogie boarding.
Then head up the bluff to downtown St. Joe’s picturesque river walk and snack on ice cream or a sweet drink while you peruse art galleries, souvenir shops, and clothing boutiques, or explore the cobblestone streets on a surrey bike that seats up to ten people!
Other activities include exploring miles of dune trails on foot or rent mountain bikes. Climb the giant dunes at nearby Warren Dunes. Taste and drink your way through the many excellent wineries and breweries in the heart of the Midwest’s wine country.
If you enjoy golf, don’t miss Harbor Shores Resort, which is the only Jack Nicklaus signature golf course on Lake Michigan. It’s located less than five minutes from the house.
When you’re hungry, visit one of the dozens of award-winning restaurants, including beloved Silver Beach Pizza, where you can eat the best pizza in Michigan inside an actual train station. Or head back to the house, fire up the grill on the deck, and eat dinner while enjoying another spectacular sunset.
Southwest Michigan isn’t only a summer destination. Fall is also a wonderful time to visit, as the leaves transform into glorious shades of yellow and burnt orange, purple and scarlet.
Spend your days enjoying fall color and wine tours, hiking, beach-combing, apple-picking, bird-watching, and curling up next to a fire on the bluff, listening to the waves as the sun sets over Lake Michigan.
In winter, try cross-country skiing, ice skating, and visiting museums, art galleries, and delicious restaurants. Sunset Bluff is your home away from home, no matter what season you visit.
The beach towns of South Haven, New Buffalo, Union Pier are within driving distance, along with Notre Dame.
This property is ideally located close to everything, so you can enjoy all Southwest Michigan has to offer.

Updated Lake House w/Private Beach, Sunset Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Theater is located in Benton Harbor. Updated Lake House w/Private Beach, Sunset Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Theater provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Ocean View, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Updated Lake House w/Private Beach, Sunset Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Theater has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Benton Harbor has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Benton Harbor, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
Benton Harbor, 49022, USA

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 22, 2025 10:02:59 PM
Summary: This house was absolutely wonderful. It was clean, beautifully decorated, and the views are incredible. All of this plus a hot tub and a short walk down the stairs to the beach. The property has everything! We had young kids with us and they loved the board games and binoculars, and watching movies in the basement room. The adults enjoyed grilling out, relaxing in the hot tub, and watching the sunsets. The host was very responsive and has a booklet at the house with all the details you need for a great trip. We would love to stay here again in the future!
Benjamin C. Benjamin C.
May 20, 2025 12:28:03 AM
Summary: We had an outstanding stay at this beautiful home while in the area for our son’s graduation from Notre Dame. Although it was about a 45-minute drive to campus, it was an easy drive and absolutely worth it for the incredible lake views.The home was beautifully appointed, clean, and very comfortable for our entire family. It had everything we needed and more, with thoughtful touches throughout that made us feel right at home. The hot tub was a fantastic bonus—perfect for relaxing after busy days of celebration.We’re so glad we chose this property and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommended!
Janet F. Janet F.
May 6, 2025 09:34:20 PM
Summary: Book this one with confidence!!!Our girls' weekend in Benton Harbor, MI (St Joseph area) was absolutely spectacular in every way! The luxury coastal design was stunning, with breathtaking Lake Michigan views. The living room’s expansive windows framed the lake beautifully, and the primary bedroom’s views were equally mesmerizing—waking up to that vista was a dream! The outdoor patio with Adirondack chairs and fire pit was perfect for relaxing, and the LUXURY hot tub at sunset was MAGICAL, with vibrant colors painting the sky. Travel down a scenic staircase and it leads right to the private beach—ideal for morning and evening strolls. My 75 year old mom even made the trip up and down more than once! Inside, the fully stocked kitchen had everything we could possibly need, and the stocked coffee bar with complimentary waters was such a thoughtful touch. The light blue cabinetry and whimsical floral wallpaper added such charm. All the bedrooms were beautifully decorated and the beds gloriously comfy! The bathroom’s marble showers felt very luxurious.We played board games, laughed, enjoyed drinks in the hot tub and made so many memories. We shopped then dined at Mason Jar Cafe, Silver Beach Pizza, Bucks Burgers & Brew, and Papa Vino’s. All fantastic! The house was spacious, super clean, and perfect for our getaway. Those lakefront views, both outside and through the windows, made it unforgettable. We can’t wait to return—thank you for an absolutely incredible stay!
Lisa D. Lisa D.
Mar 12, 2025 06:42:57 PM
Summary: Perfect retreat for our annual Girls Weekend. Stunning views of Lake Michigan was a special treat. The host was excellent and very helpful. Can’t wait to return next year.
Deb V. Deb V.
Jan 6, 2025 01:21:14 AM
Summary: We had a wonderful weekend! We are a family of 5 adults and two teens. This house was perfect for us. We loved the hot tub and beautiful sunset views. We hiked at van buren state park and ice skated at John and Dede ice arena. Lots of cute places in st joe! We especially loved breakfast at copper pot! Would love to come again!
katie p. katie p.
Nov 18, 2024 09:59:28 PM
Summary: Girlfriend getaway was a blast! Property was gorgeous, very clean, lots of room, awesome lake view and great amenities. Property owner was accommodating, had great communication and a pleasure to work with. The weekend was pure joy!
Mary E. Mary E.
Oct 7, 2024 08:38:58 AM
Summary: Beautiful and updated house. Breathtaking view of Lake Michigan. Location of the house is near shops, restaurants and the beach. My friends and I discussed making this location our annual wine trip. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Lindsay S. Lindsay S.
Sep 18, 2024 04:35:49 AM
Summary: Great restoration of a home overlooking the Lake. Only one turn away from the beach!! Host has coffee, water, and Izze’s and lots of extras! Bed was super comfy!
David H. David H.
Sep 11, 2024 05:59:36 AM
Summary: We had the best stay over Labor Day weekend! We couldn’t have asked more from the house, hosts, or location. The house is spectacular with breathtaking lake views and amazing sunsets by the fire. We highly recommend thus property to others! Thank you to the hosts, for all the small touches. We look forward to coming back again.
Mary Beth D. Mary Beth D.
Aug 29, 2024 04:03:36 AM
Summary: We truly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property! The house is spacious with top of the line decor and comfortable furniture. The coffee bar and mini-fridge stocked with water was a nice touch that helps set this place above other rentals. The view of the lake is amazing and we found ourselves just wanting to sit on the deck and around the fire pit watching the boats.
Reena M. Reena M.

FAQ's

Is this Benton Harbor house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Benton Harbor house have a swimming pool?

No, this Benton Harbor house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Benton Harbor house?

Best-rates for the Benton Harbor house starts from $558 per night with includes Air Conditioner, View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Laundry StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Benton Harbor house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 2 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Benton Harbor house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Benton Harbor house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Benton Harbor house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Benton Harbor house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Benton Harbor house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Benton Harbor house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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