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The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available

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Property grounds
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Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Stevensville, MI
  • Popular LocationLemon Creek Winery9 min drive
  • Popular LocationRound Barn Winery12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Beach19 min drive
  • AirportSouth Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)37 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We were just a group of friends wanting to ring in the new year together and this stay was awesome!! Mike was extremely ...
Adrianna B.
Jan 2, 2024
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About the area

Baroda

Located in Baroda, this guesthouse is in the city centre and on a river. Silver Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Baroda Tasting Room & Estate and Free Run Cellars. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lemon Creek Winery - 9 min drive
  • Round Barn Winery - 12 min drive
  • Weko Park - 13 min drive
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 18 min drive
  • Silver Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 19 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Baroda Party Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪St Joe Kickers Sport Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available

Family-friendly guest house by the river
Consider a stay at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Barbecues, smoke-free property and beach towels
  • Books, outdoor furniture and games
  • Ping pong
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • 1.5 bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

Property manager

Mike and Lisa

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids love the pond, the swings and the rec. room!

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
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

Property is also known as

The Shire "there's Some Good in the World."

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available located?

This family-friendly Baroda guesthouse is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Founders Wine Cellar and Chill Hill Winery. Lake Michigan and Domaine Berrien Cellars are also within 6 miles (10 km).

The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 195 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place!!
Closer to area activities than you think. House was very nice, quiet and lots of activities on site. Very close to Lake and downtown area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place!
My husband and I were interested in a quick visit close to wineries. We really enjoyed Lemon Creek and Domaine Berrien. We found the rental to be as advertised. It was very cute and well cared for. We would certainly rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay
We had a wonderful weekend stay at The Shire! Mike was so welcoming and personable. The property was beautiful and spacious and the house was perfect. Our family of 6 stayed there for a long weekend. The kids loved the basketball court and huge yard to play catch in, the swing overlooking the pond, and the huge and very spacious garage where they played ping pong and bag toss! Thank you for great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to lay your head.
We were in town for a family funeral and it was perfect. Very clean and they were helpful with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
NYE
We were just a group of friends wanting to ring in the new year together and this stay was awesome!! Mike was extremely helpful and the house had anything and everything we could need!! We will definitely be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
Beautiful property and home. Great place for two or a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip 2023
Love The Shire. So beautiful in the fall. Another fabulous girls trip for the books.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John and Vanessa R., Gurnee

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Quiet, Quality
We visited The Shire for a mother-daughter weekend to celebrate our mom's 70th birthday. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect location and would love to come back sometime. The Shire is remarkably clean, the beds are very comfortable, and the space in general is very nice. Due to weather we weren't able to enjoy the outdoor activities, but the property is the precise definition of beautiful country living. This home is in close proximity to all of the shopping, dining, and recreation you could want. The hosts sent us a personal message prior to our arrival and made themselves available should we need any assistance. Thank you for opening your beautiful home to us. It was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing
Nothing to be desired here..had it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soccer stay
We were in town for a soccer event and stayed at this lovely place- thanks so much for making the experience great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip to the beach
We enjoyed our stay at The Shire. The property is a beautiful and peaceful place to hang out. Coffee on the patio and walking to the vineyard was cool. We enjoyed beach views, shopping in St. Joes, silver beach pizza! A day at silver beach and playing games back at the house! Perfect getaway!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
This was our second time staying at The Shire and we enjoyed it very much! Everything was as we remembered- the space is very clean & comfortable and had everything we needed. The location is perfect: quiet and peaceful, yet close to the beach, wineries, breweries, and shopping. We plan to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muffy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Retreat
Spent thr weekend as part of a larger family gathering. Very pleased with the setting and privacy. It was spacious for the 4 of use. Kitchen is well stocked with cooking items. Loved feeding the fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic retreat at the shire
We absolutely loved our time at the Shire. The home is very clean and the space was perfect for our family with two daughters. They loved playing on the basketball court and in the rec room and feeding the fish. The kitchen was easy to cook in and we appreciated the on-site laundry facilities. We enjoyed the easy access to all that Saint Joe has to offer and blueberry picking at bredeweg’s right down the road. Mike and Lisa were very helpful and easy to work with. We look forward to returning to the Shire in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Michigan getaway
The Shire house was perfect for my husband, daughter, and me. The property was very clean and relaxing. Lots of fun games provided. Close to beaches and cute towns. We had a lot of fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short and Sweet Retreat
Beautiful Property! Was clean. Mike answered all of our questions in a timely manner. After wine tasting at a few local wineries, we sat by the pond and were able to walk through a path that lead through the cornfields as well as grape vines! Kitchen was outfitted perfectly with seasoning for grilling. We would love to visit again in the near future!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
My wife, 16 year old daughter and several of her friends and I had a wonderful visit at Shire! Very comfortable with all the amenities including full laundry. Adjacent huge rec room with ping pong table, beautiful grounds with a stocked pond and fire pit. Loved it! Looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun-getaway
We had a fabulous time at The Shire! Excellent communication, property was beautiful, lots of recommendations on dining and travel options, and the kids enjoyed all the games and amenities. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
I recently stayed at Mike and Lisa’s place for a weekend with friends and we had a great time! It’s a beautiful property and a short drive to St. Joe’s. The place was clean, spacious and Mike was super friendly and responsive. Would definitely stay here again - highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis
This was a wonderful property! Mike and Lisa are incredible hosts. We experienced rest and reflection for several days, and also enjoyed great food, cute shops and wine tasting nearby. We loved sitting by their pond and waterfall to read. The outside space was just perfect for outdoor breakfasts and lunches. We enjoyed a walking near the vineyard close by and a gorgeous hike through the dunes to see beautiful Lake Michigan (Thanks to Lisa for personally showing us where to go!). The apartment was clean and we had everything we needed. We could not recommend this place more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet relaxing stay!
The place is amazing! You have lots of room outside to to relax and spend time and plenty of space inside as well. Our kids loved the game room where they layed ping pong, running races, and checkers. They enjoyed basketball outside, swinging, making smores at the fire pit akd feeding the fish. It was nice relaxing on the back patio in the morning or in the evening and enjoying the peace and quiet. There was plenty of space for our family of 7 to sleep. The kitchen is stocked with all the supplies you need to cook meals and there is a grill outisde to use as well. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to stay in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place to stay for Kids
We stayed 3 nights at the Shire and the stay was fantastic! Mike was very easy to contact and responded well. The Shire has a lot of room and outside facilities are fantastic for kids. Kids can play outside, feed the fish, go for walk, play Basketball. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Piece of Middle-Earth
We loved the house we were able to stay in. Our kids had a great time with all the games around the property (basketball, ping-pong, bocce ball, and others. They really liked being able to explore the small pond and feed the fish. Loved the small town feel of the area and being able to get away for a while. We wish we would've been able to stay longer! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean & quiet retreat house
We were visiting friends in W. MI and needed someplace close to stay. Ended up at this very clean & quaint house on a nice piece of property. Even though we arrived late, the owners were very accommodating and communicated with us throughout our visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann T., PalosPark, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
The R& R Bacation
The Shire was by far the greatest experience so Far. Everything all in one place, restaurants, shopping, wineries. The house is perfectly clean And we’ll appointed. Great care of this property and everything at your fingertips! The owners were very pleasant and accommodating. Would go back here and give it a five star! Worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023