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Prime June & July weeks available!

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511 Price Street
The Big Blue House
Summer sunset from the Bluff
Living Area
Sun Room with remarkable stained glass
Sensational Stained Glass

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Joseph, MI
  • White Pine Winery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Silver Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Dining Area

About this property

Prime June & July weeks available!

Where else can you have such an easy walk to the greatest beach and to downtown for fudge and ice cream? Come in & enjoy our spacious, apartment-within-a-home in a prime location at the corner of Lake Blvd. & Price St. The house overlooks the bluff & is a Quick Walk Down To Silver Beach or into town for ice cream, dining and shopping. We are just one block from the local library, Curious Kids Museum & Krasl Art Center. Silver Beach is rated as one of Parent's Magazines Top Ten Family Beaches in the U.S. We also provide free WiFi and Laundry.

Please read on to find out our pre/post season rates, cancellation policy, security deposit etc.

This apartment has its own outside entrance & has been completely remodeled & decorated. We offer 2 bedrooms, one with a queen four-poster bed & the other with two twin beds. A sun room with original stained glass affords a cozy retreat. The living room provides ample seating with television/cable and DVD player. The bathroom features new floors, newer vanity and fixtures and full size shower and tub. The remodeled kitchen has new appliances, warm maple cabinets and granite-like counter. Washer and Dryer in the unit and a shiny red wagon to haul your 'stuff'' and kids to the beach!

Comfortable, Classy and Casual:
As a family that has rented beach cottages for many years we have done all we can to ensure that 'Blue Spruce Haven' is fully equipped and that your week is fun, easy and comfortable.

All You Need to Bring Are Your Beachtowels/Beach Chairs.

Amenities: TV/Apple TV/DVD Player, room air conditioners, ceiling fans, dishwasher, stove, microwave, toaster oven and Washer/Dryer. Propane gas grill, attached garage. All cooking utensils and kitchen supplies provided, all linens included (except beach towels). Double-bed air mattress is also available for extra guests.

Activities: St. Joe and vicinity has it All! Swimming! Sunsets! Beautiful, wide, clean beaches. Volleyball, people watching, kayak rentals, biking, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing, trolley and carriage rides. Walk to dining, shopping, museums, cafes, bakeries and ice cream parlors. Walking/running/bike trail just steps away.
St. Joe is the perfect Lake Michigan Vacation Spot.

Many other attractions along the coast of Michigan! Free bike rentals in town, open air concerts, and more!

Area: Summer and fall festivals including: Fourth of July concert and fireworks, Krasl Art Fair, Venetian Festival, Chalk on the Block, Antiques On The Bluff (first Sunday of the month), Farmer's Market (every Saturday), outdoor Jazz Concerts, Tri-State Regatta & Sailing Festival. Boat owners can launch and slip their boats locally at two launches and three marinas. Wine tasting at the local wineries.

Property manager

Sandy Lusher-Waterhouse

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Back bedroom has 2 twin beds
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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
Please be courteous to the other tenants that live on the property.
No burning of candles please
Have a wonderful time!

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

About the neighborhood

Saint Joseph

Located in Saint Joseph, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Weko Park. Jet skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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St. Joseph, MI

What's nearby

  • White Pine Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Silver Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Box Factory for the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Harbor Shores Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 8 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Clementines Too - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime June & July weeks available! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prime June & July weeks available!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime June & July weeks available!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prime June & July weeks available! located?

This family-friendly Saint Joseph vacation home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Lake Michigan. Silver Beach and Box Factory for the Arts are also within 15 minutes. St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
We stayed with our kids ages 3.5 and 2, and this property was perfect for our family. I appreciated the walkability to the beach and town. We didn’t even need our car once we arrived. The apartment was so clean and everything you could think of provided. As a mom of young kids I also appreciated the amazing blinds in the bedrooms. Made the rooms dark for naps and earlier bedtimes. The kids loved playing in the yard while dinner cooked, and playing in the sun room in the morning while my husband and I drank coffee was also so sweet. I would stay here again! It really was perfect for our first family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Week
We stayed here with a 3 and 5 year old. They shared the back bedroom. We loved that the house had 2 wagons, tons of beach toys, and fishing poles. The location is unbeatable. Short walk to 2 beaches and into town. Our 5 year old loved all the "secret doors" to get to the laundry room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Thanks Sandra your place was a home away from home for us. Nice and warm, clean, a great garage and everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The neighborhood is charming and we had fun at the Krasl and downtown shops. We were sad to leave. Thank you from two Aussies on safari 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay here again!
Lovely property on a quiet street. Within walking distance to the beach, and town for shopping and meals. Comfortable accommodations. A garage for my car, a big plus! The walls are shared with another apartment, but you can barely hear them. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, and look forward to the next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alix M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Convenient Place to Stay
Blue Spruce Haven turned out to be a wonderful place to stay while exploring St. Joseph!! The house was clean and large enough for my husband and I to feel quite comfortable. Like other reviewers, our favorite was the sitting room; as we had a few rainy days, we were quite cozy in there, reading. My other favorite thing was being allowed to use the garage for our car, bikes and the use of their beach chairs. This place is also extremely convenient to the beach and the town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location/Cute Property
We loved the location of the property! We could walk a few blocks down to the beach or right into town. Had the perishables stocked we needed just like home. Would recommend this property to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R., Missoula

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Wonderful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Property!!!
I was very pleased with the property. Nicely decorated & fully functional. Will return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy
Everything was fine. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We loved this charming house in the perfect location! First time in St Joseph for a long weekend with my husband and 2 yr old. Loved the easy walk to the beach and having wagons to haul all of our stuff. Also easy walk to splash pad, carousel, kids museum and restaurants. The house was clean and good size for our family. My favorite part was the little sunroom where I could drink coffee and read in the mornings! Great stay and the host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Michigan getaway
Blue Spruce Haven is a cozy and relaxing place in St. Joseph, MI. Just a short 5 minute walk to the beach on Lake Michigan and conveniently located to restaurants and shopping. Looking forward to visiting again in the future. A great place to stay, highly recommend Blue Spruce Haven.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in St. Joseph
This was an amazing place to stay. Very clean, near the beach, great communication with the owner. I’d recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in St. Joseph! Great comfortable beds, wonderful natural lighting throughout the entire place, has everything you and your family would need for a great stay.
Stayed 112 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We really enjoyed our long weekend stay—great location within walking distance of beaches and downtown restaurants and shops. Host was very responsive, and everything was provided for a comfortable stay. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P., Gallatin, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend
The location of this property is ideal. Everything is within walking distance - beach, restaurants, shopping, entertainment. The space is more than enough for 2 people. The front sitting room was a great place to enjoy morning coffee. Parking our car in the garage was a bonus. Very comfortable apartment!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property and location!
Property has all the basics and the location is incredible - we walked to the beach and to the downtown area every day. Hosts were very responsive to questions. Lovely sunroom that we used for remote work. Overall, would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
Comfortable, convenient, clean,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Refreshing stay at Blue Spruce Haven
We had a relaxing week stay at the Blue Spruce Haven. The air conditioner handled the high 90 heat we had for a few days. The location is close enough to walk to the beach, shop, eat or just enjoy a park bench in the shade. We had some quiet/down time in the sunroom reading. The kitchen was well supplied for making meals. Plenty of local eateries with great food were in the area for dining out. Silver Lake Beach is a great way to soak up the sun and the sunsets are outstanding. The owners were very responsive to our tech needs with the TV and DVD player. We had a wonderful time. Thank you Bruce and Sandy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right Place at the Right Time
Friendly and timely communication with host at check in time. Just the kind of neighborhood vibe I hoped for in a smaller lake town: charm, within walking distance to Lake MI, eats and treats, short drive to nearby towns... Comfy home furnishings, well stocked, quiet and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Great location!!
Very convenient all the way around! Great location!! Would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lou E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
We loved our stay at the Blue Spruce Haven! The home was so lovely and in a perfect location. This place will certainly be on our list of “favorites” and would definitely recommend. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful home! Everything you could possibly need was provided. Close to shopping, restaurants and the beach. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Joe
Great location. The front door was hard to open and close but we could use the back door. The beach wagon and chairs were helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean - exactly as advertised!
Being Comfortably walkable to downtown and the beach, this location was ideal for a weekend getaway. The house provided everything we needed for a relaxing day at the beach - chairs, and umbrella, kids toys and a wagon to tow everything easily down the hill to the beach - you just need to pack your own towels. The pictures were very accurate to the rental. Would definitely recommend/stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Beautiful property, great host, what not to like?
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Lusher-Waterhouse

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Hello all. Our names are Bruce Waterhouse and Sandy Lusher-Waterhouse. We live in Solon, OH which is a suburb of Cleveland. Bruce grew up in Niles, Michigan which is near St. Joe. We love the area and decided to purchase this property when it became available. We have frequently rented small homes or apartments for our summer vacation as it just made so much sense with a family of 4. This way you have all the conveniences of home but none of the chores, or telephone calls, or bill paying or...you get the point. It also significantly reduces your costs for the week! Please feel free to google us. I know it can be hard to mail your money off to a stranger! Bruce is an attorney in Cleveland and Sandy is Manager of Volunteers for a social service agency. Thanks for considering Blue Spruce Haven.

Why they chose this property

You can park your car and walk from Blue Spruce Haven. Right down the hill is the nationally renown Silver Beach. Stay on the bluff and you walk through historic St. Joe into downtown with lots of cute shops and restaurants.

Languages:

English