You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns
Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
This Benton Harbor cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property manager
Kira Ho
Property amenities
Beach
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Paper towels
Electric kettle
Blender
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Soap
Toilet paper
Shampoo
Hairdryer
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Stereo
Games
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
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
On the lake
In a rural location
Things to do
Jet skiing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Power boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Winery tours nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Golf nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Energy-saving switches
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not 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
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
Benton Harbor, MI
What's nearby
Harbor Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
Silver Beach - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
12 Corners Vineyards - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
Sarett Nature Center - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 9 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Grand Crossing - 11 min drive
La Perla Produce - 11 min drive
Blossom Trails Golf Club - 11 min drive
Chatterbox - 8 min drive
North Shore Inn - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this 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 FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Silver Beach. Harbor Shores Golf Club and Box Factory for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Little Blue Cottage - wooded getaway, near beaches and towns Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jamie C.
11 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
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.
Jamie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristin C.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for our family
Nice, clean place to stay. It had everything we needed. Nice property and great location as well! We would absolutely recommend!
Kristin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pamela N.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
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!
Pamela N.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karrie K.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
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!
Karrie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brent M.
20 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Everything was great! Very cozy and welcoming.
We will definitely stay here again.
Brent M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt L.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
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!
Matt L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy E.
1 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
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.
Cathy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Priscilla H.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Grils trip
Great little place really close to sevwral attractions
Priscilla H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natasha T.
1 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay - close to everything!
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!
Natasha T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Kim D., Hillsdale Michigan
13 May 2024
Blue house
Upon arrival we noticed the yard had not been mowed. Once we entered the house we discovered that the back door was left open. Touring the house we noticed the locked supply closed was left open and windows cleaner left in the living room..After all that our stay was nice.
Kim D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn G.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable!
Property was clean & adorable! Just a short drive to DT St. Joe. Proprty owner waa very responsive and personable. Definitely booking here again!
Dawn G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kalrav B.
8 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy blue cottage is truly cozy
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.
Kalrav B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
6 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
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!
Amy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacey J.
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun weekend!
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!
Stacey J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Thomas G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lacey R.
28 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
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.
Lacey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gloria N.
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nelson Michigan vacation
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 ☺️
Gloria N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruth V.
10 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in-the woods
Nicely arranged rooms
For family to both sleep and have social times together too. Well equipped. Outside furniture for sitting. Near beaches and all the fun things in St Joseph like little shops, restaurants and stores. Our family mostly spent time pickleballing at public courts in the area and at the beach. I really appreciated good communication with the owner. She aways answered any questions quickly. We would definitely rent again from her.
Ruth V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
SARA M.
2 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We found “little blue cottage” welcoming and natural. Kia included a sweet welcome booklet and the house was adorable and cozy
The larger office/ bedroom was perfect for my son, wife & 2 kiddos.
Totally enjoyed the location and our time there!
SARA M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ahmad N.
25 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place and host
Family friendly. Host was responsive and accommodating. If I’m the area again would definitely go again.
Plenty of room for our family, the kids took up to back room and had a blast! Right off of M-63, which was a direct route to everywhere we wanted to go nearby.
Plenty of room in the yard, fire pit was fun and we enjoyed scavenging in the woods.
The house was clean and decorated beautifully.
Our stay was very pleasant and comfortable.
Courtney
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
18 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
My wife and I had a nice time staying in the cottage. I would recommend it.
Ryan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deborah B., South Bend, IN
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house close to St. Joseph
House is on a quiet wooded lot. Clean and totally remodeled. Comfortable beds. Lots of board games. Close to downtown St. Joseph and Silver Beach. Short drive to South Haven. Host kept in communication and was very attentive.
Deborah B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
James T.
22 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Clean, neat and responsive owner
James T.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
12 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Quiet Weekend
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.