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Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 17575 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater

Serenity Woods Family Retreat

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Welcome to this beautiful, newly renovated mansion with a game room, arcade, and theatre close to Lake Michigan. Everything you and your guests are looking for in a getaway or spot for a family reunion is at your fingertips. Your guests will never lack entertainment with a basketball court, tennis court, hot tub, and oversized yard with playground equipment. In the summer, spend your days on Lake Michigan kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and every other waterfront activity imaginable.

Upon entry, you'll be met with a bright interior and a warm feeling of welcome throughout the space. The home has been meticulously remodeled and updated with gorgeous finishings. Find tranquility and comfort in the stylish living area, filled with plush furniture and an oversized fireplace, perfect for holding conversations or curling up with a good book. While the main kitchen is grand, sophisticated, filled with stainless steel appliances, and perfect for cooking grand meals, wet bars are throughout the home for convenience. If you need to stay connected, a dedicated workspace with a desk and chairs is available for remote work. With ten beds, there's more than enough room for everyone to get a comfortable night's rest from the day's activities. The main bathroom boasts heated floors for convenience and comfort. Find the epitome of comfort in one of the two main suites, which boast spacious rooms and luxurious en suite bathrooms.

The basement features a home movie theater designed to enjoy your favorite movies in a cozy environment. It also includes a Murphy bed that easily folds out to transform the movie space into a comfortable additional bedroom. It is perfect for guests or to make the most of every corner of the home, offering versatility without sacrificing style or comfort.

Indulge in friendly competition in the game room, which boasts a ping pong table, pool table, air hockey table, dart board, plenty of seating, a mini-fridge, and a TV. Revisit your childhood with nostalgic arcade games in the basement! Lounge about and relax in the four seasons room with an oversized hot tub. Host an epic movie night in the theatre room, with plenty of comfortable seating and blankets for cuddling. For those that need to fit in a workout, gym equipment is available in the garage. The backyard is meticulously landscaped for holding memorable occasions and is equipped with an outdoor cooking area, fireplace, and plenty of patio furniture. Roast marshmallows around the firepit and tell scary stories until the stars come out to dot the sky.

Make memories that'll last a lifetime when you stay at this magnificent home near Lake Michigan.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 8 vehicles.

Security camera details: On garage facing out towards the parking area


Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 28 years of age to book. Guests under 28 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,191 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

78205

About the area

Map
St. Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • Grand Mere State Park - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • White Pine Winery - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Silver Beach - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 15 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater located?

Located near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Michigan, Silver Beach, and FuzzyButz Pet Bakery. Box Factory for the Arts and Grand Mere State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Spacious home with game room, hot tub, fireplace, fast WiFi & home theater Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeanie N.

Family thanksgiving getaway
The house was perfect for a large family gathering. Bedrooms and bathrooms we modern and clean, plenty of room for everyone to be together and to do their own thing when needed.
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8/10 Good

Peter B.

Large, well-appointed house
Great location for multiple families. We enjoyed the basketball and tennis court, hot tub, and large common spaces for board games. The house was clean but a few maintenance issues that could be addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke P.

Trip with friends
Great property with plenty of space and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad S.

Beautiful spacious home
Perfect for people of all age groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Awesome place to stay
This house is beautiful. Very spacious. Has a ton of stuff to keep adults and kids busy. Only 10 minutes from the beach. Would definitely stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

Gorgeous Getaway
On a girls weekend with 13. This house was perfect! So much space, beautifully decorated and clean. We enjoyed time our time here SO much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

Best place I’ve ever stayed
The house is huge and offers everything you could ever need for a large party. 11/10
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Marianne J.

Family gathering
This is a nice, big house for a family gathering, especially a gathering at the event space Etre (very close). Just be aware that it is 6 bedrooms and a queen Murphy bed in the large media room downstairs. Great amenities - work out room, hot tub, sport court, and nice kitchen and gathering space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran L.

Serenity Woods
We had a wonderful time at Serenity Woods. It met everyone’s needs and exceeded our expectations. Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Friend group vacay
This house has a little something for everyone. It is HUGE!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Cabin Trip in Michigan
This property was outstanding. It had every amenity my group would need. Gym, theater, hot tub, full size basketball court, fire pit, so much space and the list can go on. Everyone was able to have their own space, privacy, etc. The communication between the host jesse, was good too. The location is within 5 minutes from meijer, aldi, gas station and the interstate. I highly recommend this place, i couldn’t have found a better place than this rental. It had everything i wanted on my list. My friends will talk about the experience we had here and how i planned the trip for years!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

Private, well stocked, great stay!
Our group had a great time at Serenity woods! It was quiet and private, yet super close to shopping and other conveniences. The house is super spacious and clean. The kitchen can accommodate many cooks, and everything was functional. The bar area around the corner with ice maker was a huge bonus. Beds were comfy and the master suite bathroom on the first floor was heavenly. Outdoor patio was great as well, with the pond and waterfall providing great views and frog watching. Only things I would mention is that some of the windows were difficult to close once opened. The hot tub was awesome, but could have used a little more attention for cleaning. We also had a surprise visit from a mosquito spraying crew that we weren’t warned about. However, it did help with the bugs - so we weren’t too bothered by it! All together a great stay, and I’d highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur M.

Great for large groups
The house and property are very large and can comfortably accommodate a large group. The fireplace outside was really nice to have and the movie room is a great bonus too. We've stayed twice now and would recommend it.
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10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Perfect house for adults and children
The house was very spacious. The grandkids and adults loved the hot tub, all the tv’s, basketball court, and the fire pits. The lawn was plenty big enough for the grandkids to run around. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Family wedding
Had relatives from 5 states converge for a wedding celebration late September. Property was great arrangement presenting multiple sleeping arrangements and diverse recreational activities. Could spend time with family for cards, games or hot tubbing. Quite time on the patio or multiple balconies was also a treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karolyn M.

Serenity begins here
The peaceful waterfall pond was a pleasant surprise. If you love to gather everyone around a table for meals and games this is the place for you. Plenty of parking

10/10 Excellent

Shirley T.

“This is a mansion”
My grandson’s assessment was perhaps a little over the top, but this is a home with plenty of space for our 15 people. There were adequate kitchen utensils, dishes and pans, two refrigerators and two stoves with ovens. We were especially happy that all of us could sit in the extended dining area, although often some people would choose to eat on the pretty patio. The home is on a quiet, large secluded lot, and there is a court suitable for basketball, tennis, or pickleball. We were all fans of the beaches and dunes,but also spent some time wandering through a market and art fair in St. Joseph.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Bien Family 2024
The house was very large and comfortable and homey. We played pickleball and basketball on the tennis court. The garage had a large workout area complete with rubber mats on the floor. The hot tub area was very relaxing and enjoyable. All the beds are comfortable and allowed us to get a good night's rest. The kitchen was well-stocked and had two large side-by-side stove/ovens. The grandkids enjoyed the waterfall and small pond complete with croaking frogs. We were there for only a week but feel like we crammed a month of fun into that week.
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8/10 Good

Tom M.

Family Summer Vacation
This house was perfect for our family vacation.  Plenty of space to spread out and all of the amenities we could want and need.  The littles had plenty of room inside and out to play. The frogs were a special attraction :). The playground and sports court got lots of use.  We grilled as well as use dhte fireplace out back for smores.  There was plenty of room for story, preparing and eating food during ours tay.  We found everything to be clean.  The location of the house was great - off the beaten path but close to the beaches and lots of great places to eat.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Great House and Property
We had a fantastic family getaway at this home. It is nicely updated, very spacious, and the outdoor back patio area was great. We had a ton of fun on the basketball court playing many outdoor games. The kitchen was great to make big meals in. There is NO shortage of refrigerator space, and the ice maker in the coffee bar area was great. It is not officially a 7 bedroom home though, it has only 6 bedrooms. The murphy bed in the theater must be what they are counting as a 7th. It is at most 10 minutes from downtown and the beach, 5 minutes from several grocery stores, and not far from Warren Dunes, which had a nice beach that was less crowded. Overall we would definitely stay again, and hope to soon!
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6/10 Okay

Johnny K.

Great potential with easy to fix issues
Nice and secluded home on private road. The house was recently flipped and some stuff was done very nice but some of the stuff, was just ignored. The master toilet and main toilet by the kitchen are awful. They run for a long time and we had the toilet in the master just stop working completely. This is an easy fix with new, quality toilets. The house was fairly messy. Tons of construction dust everywhere. We had big issues with the hot tub on 2 nights. The unit shutdown each night and the reset button is blocked in my a deck. Later, we were told the hot tub should not be on with the lid on and that can cause the unit to overheat but when we checked in, they had the lid on at the hottest temp possible. A simple sign with instructions on how to best use the tub is an easy fix. It felt like they rushed to flip the house and left numerous things unresolved. Missing light switch covers, construction plans all over. Filthy fridge. Awful water pressure in the master. They have potential here but that involves the owner not being cheap and lazy and cutting the remaining corners like they are.