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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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St. Joseph, MI
  • Grand Mere State Park
    6 min drive
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center
    10 min drive
  • White Pine Winery
    12 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    38 min drive

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Gallery 573 by the Harbor minutes from Beautiful beaches

Dryer
Pet-friendly
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4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (13)
The price is CA $286
per night
CA $326 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan
Gallery 573 by the Harbor minutes from Beautiful beaches

About the area

Saint Joseph

Heart of Saint Joseph.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Grand Mere State Park. Lakeland Regional Medical Center and Founders Wine Cellar are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 10 min drive
  • White Pine Winery - 12 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 13 min drive
  • Lemon Creek Winery - 15 min drive
  • Andrews University - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 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.

Escape the City- mix fun with peace & quiet

Book now to secure your perfect getaway! Welcome to The Dorothy, centrally located near all that Southwest Michigan offers! Wineries, Beaches, Breweries, Fishing, Hiking, Restaurants, Wedding Venues, and much more. Whether you are venturing here with your family or friends, this area is unique and our home will add to your visit!

Welcome Home is our motto...warm and quaint, our space will feel like HOME!
Located on a private 2.5-acre wooded lot, overlooking a beautiful ravine, you feel away from it all yet right in town. Perfect for 4 adults but can accommodate up to 6 adults. The entire home is newly painted. Immaculate and organized with new flooring in the kitchen, dining, and bathroom, the rest is original, rustic hardwood. The kitchen has a complimentary coffee bar, new appliances, and a small dining area; renovated bathroom with full bathtub/shower; two bedrooms- both with a Queen size bed, TV, and large walk-in closet; open living room and sitting area with two Full size futons and large TV. High-speed internet with each TV having streaming capabilities- Netflix, Prime, Hulu, and more.

Widely raved, newly added Game Room and Outdoor Space!
*** March 2024 - Pool Table added ***
Our basement includes a pool, ping pong, foosball and game tables, tiki bar, darts, and putting green. Our electric fireplace will keep you toasty warm during our colder months.
The outdoor space has a lighted patio, plenty of seating, a dining table, a fire pit, gas and charcoal grills, and yard games!

Other reasons to stay… Work or Sports are all moments away-

Fun…
* Warren Dunes- 13 miles
* St Joe beaches- 5.6 miles
* Bridgman Beach- 9.3 miles

Wineries and Breweries...
* Watermark Brewery- 2.8 miles
* Tabor Hill- 10 miles
* Round Barn- 9 miles

Wedding Venues...
* Blue Dress Barn- 16 miles
* Entre Farms- 2 miles

Sports…
* Lakeshore Sport Facilities and LYBA grounds- 1.8 miles
* The Garden Ice Arena- 1.2 miles
* Notre Dame- 34 miles

Work…
* Cook Nuclear Plant- 6 miles
* Whirlpool Headquarters- 10 miles
* Leco- 3 miles

Our home is off the road with a long driveway back to the rear of the home. Follow back for parking. The garage is occupied and not available for use during the stay.

Property manager

Rich and Shelly

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Escape the City- mix fun with peace & quiet Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!
The house was in a nice neighborhood and close to so many things including Lake Michigan. Property was very well kept and VERY clean. Game Basement was nice since it was a little snowy. Loved the character of the house. Owners responded quickly. We had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mimi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get away
Very clean and quiet area. Game room was amazing we had a great time playing pool, foose ball, and ping pong, Recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Loved everything about our stay. Had family over with a camp fire every night. Hoping to stay here next year for our granddaughter's graduation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzann R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip
We loved the home- it had everything we could need! Also loved the style of the home with all of its unique features. Absolutely, charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate property inside and out
We were impressed with the perfect landscaping and cleanliness of the house. The outdoor living space was very nice. We wish we would have had time to use the firepit. The wood logs and starters were all nicely available. We appreciated the host's responsiveness and clear communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
The owners really did a great job make the house feel very comfortable and cozy. There was great communication when we had questions. Overall it was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate Property
Extremely clean. Great neighborhood, close to everything. Hosts were incredible with helpful videos via QR codes, a website with loads of recommendations from coffee to beaches, and great communication. Would definitely recommend and hope to be back! (Even for to see turkeys on the property!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place
My family and I stayed at the Dorothy for a Sunday through Tuesday night. The place had everything we needed and ask the extra amenities that made the stay awesome! We had a fire in the backyard every night and the kids played games in the basement every chance they got. It was only a 15 minute drive to a perfect day at Silver Beach. The Dorothy even got rave reviews from teenagers!! We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Dorothy was wonderful
It’s a great location to spend time with the family. Close to all the St Joseph area attractions and very relaxed place to spend your down time. We had s’mores by the fire after a long day of beaches. Everything was carefully curated by the excellent hosts. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
While staying here, we found everything we would need/want. Our family had fun playing provided outdoor games, and using the grill and fire pit. It was very clean, and such a cute place. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Daughters Graduation
We loved the place. We were very comfortable there. They supplied just about everything. It's as advertised, if not better. The owners were great at communicating also.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gardening Club
5 of us ladies spent the night in possibly one of the cutest homes with the sweetest backstory. Very clean and comfortable! Felt like home! Hoping to make another visit next year!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL F.

Liked: Cleanliness
St joe
Very clean and great attention to details, some examlpes: Beds very comfy, lots of blankets and linens, multiple coffees and flavorings. The basement had lots of fun games such as pool , ping pong ect and outside had fire pit stacked with wood and lots of seating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Very welcoming, clean and cozy place. Shelly was quick to respond and available for any questions we had. Easy check in and was comfortable for all 5 of us. Will definitely stay again and highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Very cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M., Alamo

Liked: Cleanliness
The Dorothy - great
Hosts were wonderful, and house was great. Very clean, nice neighborhood, large backyard, and easy check in. We only went for one night, but the hosts were awesome with a late arrival and late checkout. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a place in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip at The Dorothy
We enjoyed our stay even though the weather didn’t cooperate. It was close to the town of St Joseph with nice stores and restaurants. The home was clean and had everything you may need. We plan to go again next year and hope to use the fire pit to roast hot dogs and marshmallows. Be sure to know your passwords etc for the TV to work. Thank you Rich and Shelly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
We had a great stay! The house and property were clean and had everything we needed and beyond. We loved being able to eat outside on the patio that was well lit, and make a fire after. There’s plenty of space with the two bedrooms, but other options with the futons. The location was very beautiful with a nice countryside feel neighborhood. We had hoped to be a little closer to town, but it was a manageable distance and worth having a place to cook, lounge and let my toddler run around:) the host for amazing and available by text if we had any questions. Thank you! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Family Vacation
The Dorothy is the perfect place to stay on a beach family vacation. Games in the basement and an outdoor fire pit are perfect entertainment for time spent at the house. You can get to many popular beaches in 10-15 minutes. The house was exactly as pictured and described online. Rich & Shelly responded super quick to any questions we had. The surrounding area was all very nice as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
This is an adorable home. Very clean and has everything you need! We had an excellent time without any problems. Would come back again for sure and have recommended to friends. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
My sister, my kids, and I really enjoyed our stay in this house! It was so cute....we loved the charm. Easy to get to, nice neighborhood, and close to beaches. Kids loved the game basement! Would love to come back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat
You are welcomed to this quiet getaway in the country by a lovely yard. The house is just beautiful and has a well stocked game area. Wishing we had a week instead of a weekend to enjoy it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ioana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
We had an amazing time at Shelly and Rich’s house. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. We especially enjoyed the outdoor area and games in the basement. The beach is only a 15 minutes drive. Shelly and Rich were very responsive to our questions. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C., Walnut Creek

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage charm and modern fun!
We had just the best week at The Dorothy. It was the perfect launch for our outdoor adventures. We went hiking and swimming at Warren Dunes, kayaking on the Paw Paw River, and played Pickleball nearby at the Lincoln park. This home was also the perfect landing for the few rainy days with the most amazing game room, well equipped kitchen, and cozy living room to stream a movie and snuggle up. Rich and Shelly even gave us advice on where to catch fireworks for the 4th of July.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARC B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Wonderful
We absolutely loved our stay. The house was spotless. The location was so convenient to so many attractions around the area. We wish we had more time to enjoy the outdoor area. Would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023