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Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, Netflix, Hulu, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River

If you seek the picturesque charm of southwest Michigan and the serenity of the St. Joseph River, our historic 100 year old home ‘Proud Mary River Junction’ is the place for you!

Popular wedding venues, Harbor Shores golf course, wineries, breweries and fruit orchards all in close proximity. Just 15 quick minutes by car to downtown St. Joseph and beautiful Silver Beach State Park. (Jean Klock, Tiscornia and Grand Mere within 20 minutes)

4 Bedrooms, 2 full baths, this home sleeps up to 8. Kick back and watch the boats and blue heron from the riverside dock view while roasting marshmallows in the provided fire pit. Love wildlife like us? Check out some of the neighborhood friends we often see along the river in our photos. It is truly a photographers dream this friendly, quiet road. Enjoy the ever changing magical river views while fully unwinding on any three available decks. Dock provides river access to fish, launch kayaks or park boat. All major appliances available - refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender and condiments. Laundry onsite with central air, wood burning stove. Large living room with 52 inch smart Roku TV/Netflix/Hulu with DVD player. Seperate family room with 32 inch smart Roku TV/Netflix/Hulu with cable. Private upstairs master bed and bath with river views from the king size bed- small TV with cable. This is a child friendly home with toys, indoor & outdoor games, movies, high chair and outdoor swing set. Musician owned equipped with a stand up piano and plenty of interesting reads.
A true country riverfront oasis, close to town!

*We are dog pet friendly. Talk to owner prior to bringing. Must pay pet deposit ($50) at time of booking.
*Kayaks are available. Life vests and paddles located in garage, and are a must go wear on the river.
*Charcoal grill available, bring your own charcoal, stores in close proximity sell charcoal.
*stores in close proximity sell firewood to use in fire pit
*Fishing encouraged with life vests (some provided in home) and finishing license. Contact local DNR. Fish most commonly caught on the river - small and largemouth bass, crappie, carp, catfish.
*there is a small step in the beginning part of the house- it is about 2 inches.

Property manager

Sibyl Kish

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Piano

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke away from house / no smoking inside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must pay pet deposit and inform owner of pet prior

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
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Enjoy the Serene Beauty Access of the St. Joseph River?
Enjoy the serene beauty access of the St. Joseph River🌾

About the neighborhood

Map
St Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 17 min drive - 12.4 km
  • White Pine Winery - 18 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lake Michigan College - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Silver Beach - 19 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 19 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 19 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Grand Crossing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Good Fortune Restauran - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Perla Produce - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Intercare Community Health Network, FuzzyButz Pet Bakery, and Silver Beach. Lake Michigan and Harbor Shores Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Peaceful and Historic River Home - direct access, steps to Saint Joseph River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to gather
The home was very cute and very clean. The host responds to all questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Gail K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
River home
Things that need attention. No ice maker , stove elements crooked, some not working,no firewood, floor boards on dock rotten (chair fell Though causing bruises) floating dock inaccessible (no hand rails). Positive points. River view, fantastic sunset, friendly neighbors, sweet neighbor dogs, so much to see and do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside getaway
We enjoyed our stay. It had very good space for our family - nice bedrooms, big common areas, nice well stocked kitchen - we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace on the St Joe River
Amazing! Quiet, quaint and quality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming river home
My family of 5 stayed at this charming river home for a week. We also brought our dog. The home is right across the street from the St. Joseph River. Canoes and kayak are available for guests. The neighborhood was very peaceful and the house had a nice side yard for playing fetch with my dog. It is about 20 minutes from Silver Beach. Despite it being an old farmhouse across the street from the river, the house is very clean. I was surprised that there was no issues with bugs on the inside. The pictures are all accurate. If anything, the house is even more charming in person. The kitchen was stocked with everything that we needed for the week, and linens were provided. I would highly recommend this home to other families who want to explore Lake Michigan and are looking for a laid back vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason - Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024
Great house, enjoyed our stay. Home was great! Love St Joe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We had a wonderful stay at the river house. There was an abundance of spaces to enjoy (both inside and out), comfortable beds, and a peaceful setting. We took walks along the road every day and enjoyed kayak rides in the river. It was close to the venue for our niece's wedding and only 20 minutes from beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan. I would definitely come back here to stay again, maybe for a fun girls' weekend. Thank you for sharing your home with us and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
1258 Linden dr is perfect
Suggesting hand rails and steps down to the dock. A latter to get back out of the water is suggested as well. The layout of the home and facilities was perfect for us. Recommend curtains at the sliding door and back bedroom window because we are city people and that was outside our comfort zone. The home was clean, had everything we could possibly need and the fresh flowers that welcomed us was a very nice touch! The neighborhood cat was friendly and the family of raccoons came by a couple times to welcome us. I would love to return to your cottage home with my husband and family and will proudly recommend your property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Zach and Kristen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Week
My girlfriends and I reserved this house for a wedding in town. The property was great, we enjoyed the view of the river and spacious home. Overall, we had a fantastic stay. The only things I noticed were that the stairs were spaced unevenly, and we couldn’t find the dumpster until the last night one appeared in the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Nice, big and comfortable stay! Beautiful river view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
House and yard were great! Much bigger than it looks in the pics. Fully equipped with nice towels, linens, soaps. Kitchen was also fully equipped with extras like air fryer, dishwasher, sharp knives, filtered water in frig., condiments and plenty of pans. We were in town for a wedding. Six of us were very comfortable for the 3 nights. Having the River right across, with deck and dock was really nice. Carry out from Mark III was really good. Thank you Proud Mary River House!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable.
home is comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janese T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful River View
The house was perfect for our family to getaway. Quiet neighborhood and easy to find. The road is great for quiet walks. Lots of sitting areas to be together or find a spot to read. Highly recommend this house and location. The owner was very nice and easy to work with. We had no problems at all with this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We all.enjoyed our stay.Beautiful house and views of the river.Great location for the beach and shops. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Oasis
This lovely home perfectly fit my family of teen and young adult children! Picturesque views made a beautiful backdrop for family photos. The house was so comfortable and clean, and the kitchen had everything we needed and more! Great location, just a short drive to downtown, beaches, and golf courses! Everyone was able to enjoy daily activities and then meet back at the house for camp fires and games. I loved having coffee on the deck and our teens adored the cozy window seat:). Hosts were very responsive to messages, which was much appreciated. We visit St. Joseph often, as we have family in the area and this house is definitely on our list of places to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace!
So beautiful. So peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house!
This house was absolutely charming. It was vintage yet updated. We loved the large living room and the comfortable furniture. It was very clean, spacious and had everything that you needed. The view to the river was incredible and so peaceful. There was a nice deck off of the kitchen area as well. Our grandkids enjoyed the play area and swings. The owner was prompt in responding to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim g., IN

Liked: Cleanliness
River house stay
We enjoyed the river house, great location. Peaceful and quiet. Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
The location, yard and house size were perfect for our family stay of seven. The house was neat but definitely needs some updates. Mattress’s and washer and dryer. The deck across from the property has rotten boards. The neighborhood is lovely. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had such a nice, relaxing time. The house felt like home and had everything we needed. Such a beautiful street too. When we take another vaca up there we'll definitely stay at this place. We didn't take advantage of the kayaks so we HAVE to come back. Thank you for sharing your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax!
We needed a place to stay for a wedding we were attending at one of the local wineries. It was so quiet and peaceful, a welcome place to stay away from the hustle and bustle, but close enough to see everyone in 10 minutes or so. Lovely set up. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This property is somehow even better in person! We were blown away by the beauty both inside and out. What a peaceful neighborhood along the river, and the home was so neat and spacious with activities for all ages. Would definitely return if visiting the St Joseph area again! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful
Nice quiet neighborhood, watch for the raccoons! They will get into anything left out. Nice access to the river. Excellent place to stay with your family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time my family and I arrived, including our doggy, we all loved the house. The area was safe and great and a short drive from downtown St. Joseph, including the beach, and two awesome state parks: Grand Mere and Warren Dunes. Everything was dog-friendly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023