See all properties
Entire home

Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access

Photo gallery for Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access

Interior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access

Welcome to Monroe House, a brand new, pet-friendly home just a 2-minute drive to Lake Michigan’s beaches!

Nestled in a peaceful wooded setting, this stylish, family-friendly retreat is perfect for a beach vacation, cozy weekend, or getaway with friends.

The home features 3 bedrooms, including a king suite with a daybed + trundle, a queen + bunks room, and a third queen; plenty of space for everyone. Designed by a professional interior designer, every detail has been thoughtfully curated for comfort and style.

Step outside to find three private decks, a hot tub under the stars, a fire pit for s’mores and stories, and a yard space set up for games. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee on the private upstairs deck or winding down after a day at the beach, Monroe House is made for making memories.

Forgot something? No worries! Dollar General is within walking distance for any last-minute essentials (like that toothbrush you swore you packed).

You’re just half a mile from Hagar Shore Beach and Roadside Park Beach, two gorgeous spots for swimming, sunset walks, or beach picnics. DiMaggio’s Pizza is nearby- grab a pizza and take it to the lake for a picnic with a view! Looking to explore more? You’re just 10 miles from St. Joseph and 12 miles from South Haven, two charming lakeside towns full of dining, ice cream, shopping, and attractions. Golf lovers will also appreciate several championship courses just a short drive away.

Just bring your beach towel and your favorite people; Monroe House will take care of the rest!

Property manager

Catie Ellis

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,675 square feet

Similar properties

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Blu Shutter Beach House - Best location for a Vacation!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 103 reviews
Blu Shutter Beach House - Best location for a Vacation!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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

Map
Coloma, MI

What's nearby

  • 12 Corners Vineyards - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Sarett Nature Center - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Contessa Wine Cellars - 14 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 16 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Silver Beach - 18 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hot Spot - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Eddies's Drive In West - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bend - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access located?

This family-friendly Lake Michigan Beach holiday home is located in a rural location, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sarett Nature Center and Covert Park. Harbor Shores Golf Club and 12 Corners Vineyards are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Monroe House - 2 Minute Drive to Lake Michigan ● Pet Friendly ● Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Close to multiple beaches, St Joseph and South Haven for shopping
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at this house. The home was updated and beautiful! It was in a good location for our family and we enjoyed the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Loved the place, and after the beach everyday it was nice to come back to a secluded location with a hot tub and fire pit at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We had our kids and grand kids withus. This is a great property for activities in both St Joseph and South Haven. A short drive to both but far enough away from the traffic and crowds. The house was very clean and it fit our needs perfectly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Enjoyed all the amenities. The toys and games were very thoughtful. Close to St. Joseph where we spent our time. Having a Dollar General so close was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The home worked great for our family. Close to St Joseph and South Haven. We truly enjoyed our time at the home and plan to book again next year. A little off the beaten path, which was exactly what we were looking for. Thank you for a great stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Nice property New and well stocked Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The house was beautiful and well stocked for our 3 day adventure! The 2 minute beach (Hagar park) had way to many steps to even attempt to go down with as much beach stuff as we had and the baby, but the house is located right in between St. Joseph & South Haven 15 minutes each way. We love both places so it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Very NICE! Large well equipped kitchen and house. Lots of extras! One bedroom Alittle small and didn’t think about there being no closets for hanging clothes and jackets. Would book again if available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at The Monroe House! Perfect location between St. Joe and South Haven. We were able to visit three different beaches in the 5 days we were there. We have 4 children (15, 4, 3, and 7 weeks) and there was plenty to keep them all happy and occupied. The house was VERY clean and accommodated our group of 5 adults and 4 kids wonderfully! House was fully stocked with everything we needed. The deck on the main level was the perfect extension of living space and we spent a lot of time there. We 100% enjoyed our time and would definitely stay again! Communication with the host was great and they were very eager to make sure everything was to our liking. Don't miss out on this house if you are headed to the St. Joseph/South Haven area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The Monroe House was just what our family needed as an end of summer retreat. The home had plenty of space for our three kiddos to roam about while also feeling close and cozy for games and movie night in. It's no further than 15 mins to get anywhere you could need for accustomed amenities (groceries, gas, or chain restaurants), and is also minutes from beaches, parks and local restaurants. We enjoyed Silver Beach and walking around St Joe as well as hiking down to the lake closer to the air bnb at Hagar Park (there are a lot of stairs, but we found it completely manageable even with a 1yo, 4yo, & preteen). On the last evening we went to Jean Klock park and took family photos. It was absolutely stunning at sunset! Monroe House is clean, well stocked for utilizing the kitchen, and the backyard & hot tub were favorites! 10/10 recommend this stay for a slow and relaxed environment allowing you to enjoy a homey get away without being too far off the beaten path.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Couldn’t stay at a nicer, cleaner or more comfortable place. We cannot say enough good things about the accommodation or or the hosts. They even went out and got a swifter for my husband.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We enjoyed Labor Day weekend at the Monroe house and it was perfect for our family trip!! The place was super clean, easily fit our 9 person party. The decks, hot tub and fire pit were highlights. The host was super responsive and thought of everything. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The house was clean & in a safe area! We loved the dollar general near by and all the beaches! Great memories made around the fire! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Monroe! We loved that it was away from everything but still close enough to not have to drive far. Our kids absolutely loved the firepit and the hot tub. The owners were incredible with communication. We had some issues with the door lock a few times and they came over to fix it ASAP. I would recommend maybe bringing some extra towels if you have a larger group or just be prepared to wash them daily (we didn't mind). This was our first time to Michigan, and we loved Jean Klock Park and Tiscornia Park and both were within minutes of this home. We also loved making the short drive to South Haven. We will definitely be making a trip back some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great house near several lovely beaches. We had a 5yr old, a 1yr old and 2 in their 70’s and had no problem with accessing the nearby beaches. All within a short drive and parking wasn’t an issue even on the 4th of July weekend. We really enjoyed the porch and firepit for relaxing after the beach. The hosts were so kind and thoughtful and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable. Would not hesitate to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We stayed at the Monroe house for my 40th birthday celebration with my family. I actually booked the rental before the construction was done based on the write up but Catie communicated with me throughout the following months to ensure I knew how the property was coming along and that it would meet the needs of my group. We had an extended weekend of beach fun, kids playing in the yard, hot tub, grilling, dinner in St. Joe’s and lots of laughter and memories made. Everything was easy and the house was perfect for our group! One small miss was that the washer/dryer was not yet available/connected and that makes cleaning towels and swimsuits after the beach a bit difficult but we made do. Thanks Catie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023