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Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sawyer, MI
  • Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cherry Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan

Marylil is located just blocks from Lake Michigan, just south of the Warren Dunes. It is a beautiful ranch style 5 bedroom, 2 bath home in a private and wooded beach association. The following improvements were made: refinished hardwood floors, freshly painted, new trim, new hardware, new doors, and a new bathroom. A wonderful screened-in porch with a huge private fenced-in backyard to relax or use it as a great space for the kids to run around. There is an outdoor shower to rinse off all that sand from the beach. Make use of the outdoor gas grill for your family barbeques. Marylil is equipped with central air conditioning and has a washer and dryer. The bedrooms include one king bed, three with queen beds, and one bunk room – one twin over twin and another twin over full. There is a pack and play. The home is perfect for a large family, a few families to share, or a group of friends. If you find you need to be connected, there is wifi. Bring your devices as you can cast to the TV.

Property manager

Elizabeth Foertsch

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is no parking on the street. 4 cars are able to fit on the driveway. Please ONLY park on the driveway. 4 cars maximum!
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My mother always taught me to leave a place better than you found.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Sawyer

Located in Sawyer, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Captain Mike's Fun Park and Waikiki Jacks. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

  • Warren Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Captain Mike's Fun Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Cherry Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Weko Park - 10 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wolverine Gardens - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bucket - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Getaway Cubbie Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan located?

This family-friendly Sawyer vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Captain Mike's Fun Park and Warren Dunes State Park Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
Lovely lake home in a nice neighborhood with all amenities to have a wonderful family vacation /reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Very nice home that fit our family perfectly. Screened-in porch and big backyard were a big plus.
We had a wonderful time here. Beautiful beach that was an easy walk away. Nicely furnished large bedrooms, living area and screened-in porch were great for our family and big backyard was great for 4 grandkids. Very well equipped kitchen that was roomy enough for several cooks. Thanks for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B., Chicago area

Memories Made Here!
This is the second year that we have rented Marylil for our family - with grown children and grandchildren. The home is lovely and very comfortable. Elizabeth has thought of every detail to make your stay perfect. The yard is great for young children - fenced in and with plenty of space to run and play. We enjoyed most evenings just sitting on the patio, chatting, cooking and playing. But the beach is always everyone's favorite! Shorewood has wonderful beaches and they are easy to access for everyone. Lots of memories are made in this wonderful location!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Perfect location for a family vacation!
Marylil is so well equipped for a large family! My children and grandchildren (11 of us) were all very comfortable in this spacious home! We loved the separate gathering spaces- living room, dining room, screened porch and basement playroom. The 5 bedrooms were all comfortable. The bunk beds and pack'n play made the children feel like they had their own special space. The well-equipped kitchen made it easy to eat in. The yard was large with a nice patio and outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach! We walked to the beautiful private beach each day and enjoyed the playground and tennis court that was also close by. Sawyer and the neighboring towns have so much to offer too. We loved the shops, restaurants, and breweries in the area. We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Perfect Michigan Getaway!
This review is overdue! We rented the home for my future sister-in-law's bachelorette party. The home is so cute and there was plenty of space for all of us. It is a great location for groups with a big back yard, close to the beach and in a quiet area. It is also a great place to stay if you want to tour the local wineries, which is what we did for the bachelorette party. We had so much fun during our stay, the house was perfect and I am sure I'll be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Great for Groups
We rented the house for my sisters bachelorette party. We had 16 people. The house was fantastic! All the comforts of home. Kitchen had everything we needed and then some. Lots of comfy beds and tons of extra space for our air mattresses. Great location for southwest Michigan wineries.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Stay
This home was the perfect place for our girls weekend/bachelorette party! There was more than enough room (in fact we each had our own bedroom), the finishes are beautiful, and there is tons of outdoor space. It is close to restaraunts, breakfast cafes, winieries, the grocery store, beach, etc. Not to mention, the trip we made was an easy one with it only an hour and half commute from Chicago. We truly enjoyed our stay and we hope to be back. We couldn't have asked for a more cozy, spacious, and perfect spot to spend a weekend with friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Great house for a family gathering
Our family (two sons and their families) all met at Marylil to spend a week at Lake Michigan. There were 12 of us all together, and this house worked perfectly! There were plenty of bedrooms, and our four granddaughters enjoyed sleeping in the bedroom with the two bunk beds. We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen was well-equiped, which was very nice. The Meijers store (similar to WalMart/Target) had all of the food supplies we needed with very good quality and selection. We enjoyed the Sawyer fresh food market - good selection of fruits and vegetables. We enjoyed picking fresh blueberries at Mike's blueberry farm (where our sons picked blueberries when they were kids). The "wooded" neighborhood was nice for walks and bike rides, and the drive to the beach was quick. Beach "supplies" (chairs, umbrellas, toys, kayak) were greatly appreciated and enjoyed by all. I think our 10 year old grandson expressed all of our thoughts when he asked if we could move there permanently! The washer and dryer came in handy, and we all enjoyed evenings either on the beach watching the sun set or gathered in the sun room enjoying the cool breezes. Thanks, Elizabeth and family!! We can highly recommend Marylil to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Lovely house for a girls trip!
We spent the weekend at this beautiful house last summer for a girls trip and had a wonderful time! The house has everything you need and we especially loved the fire pit and hammock in the backyard, and the short walk to to beach! Can't wait to stay again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

An amazing getaway spot!
I went to Elizabeth's beach house this September for a girl's weekend at the beach. Right away Elizabeth was super excited, communicative, and accommodating. There were about 10 of us coming and that weekend (we each had a bed!!), from all over the Midwest including Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, and of course the Chicagoland area. We were able to barbecue, have mini dance parties, and head out to the beach only a five minute walk up the street. In town (within driving distance), there are many wonderful restaurants, wineries, breweries, and ice cream shops. I would definitely head up to Elizabeth's beach house again!

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Foertsch

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We have always loved traveling to Southwest Michigan and enjoying the beautiful beaches. We wanted to be able to have our children grow up with the beauty of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area. We would love to share our home with you and your family.

Why they chose this property

We try to offer you all the comforts of home!

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What makes this property unique

No matter what the season, Marylil and Sawyer have something to offer. During summer, spend the day on the beach with your feet in the sand, a warm breeze blowing, a good book, sounds of children playing, and your favorite beverage in your hand. As the day winds to an end, the different hues of orange and blue soar across Lake Michigan as the sun says its final farewell to the day. Then enjoy a bonfire on the beach ready to roast your marshmallow for the perfect s'more. Book a stay at Marylil in Sawyer. Our private beach is one of the most beautiful in Southwest Michigan. Besides the beach there are many other activities to enjoy. Bike through wine country, pick fresh blueberries, shoot a round of golf, have your own big year birding in Harbor Country, kayak on the Galien river. If shopping is more your style – there are plenty of boutiques and antique shops. There are a variety of restaurants nearby including Journeyman Distillery, Peasant's Pantry, and D'Agostino's are just a few. There are several microbreweries nearby including Sawyers own Greenbush Brewery. If stout or porters are your jam, Transient Artisan Ales in Bridgman is a must stop!

Prefer Fall, then grab your sweater and head out for a wondrous walk with all the hiking trails nearby. Watch the leaves with their beautiful color fall ever so delicately to the ground. The deer are quite sneaky and are fun to watch. Go for a walk along the beach and come home to a fire inside or a bonfire in the backyard. In winter a quiet calm has come to Sawyer – enjoy the snow and frozen Lake Michigan. Take some time to yourself, some quality family time, or a great friends getaway to Marylil. There is a gas burning fireplace to keep you warm inside with a large window to view the serene winter landscape.

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