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Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Washer
Free WiFi

Explore the area

St Joseph, MI

Lakeland Regional Medical Center
‪10 min drive‬
Silver Beach
‪12 min drive‬
White Pine Winery
‪12 min drive‬
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Saint Joseph

This vacation home places you 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Lake Michigan. The vacation home includes a patio, a dining area, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Lake Michigan College - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
Silver Beach - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
White Pine Winery - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
Harbor Shores Golf Club - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles

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 Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪La Perla Produce - ‬15 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive

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 River House steps to River! House equipped for children!

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.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player and Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Property manager

Maria Kish Nelson

Languages

English

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Relax on the deck with comfortable wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a residential area.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Hulu
Netflix
Piano
Smart TV
Streaming services

Outdoor areas

Charcoal grill
Dock
Firepit
Free firewood
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Please smoke away from house / no smoking inside

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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

This property welcomes pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Must pay pet deposit and inform owner of pet prior

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

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🌾

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Saint Joseph, close to Silver Beach, Harbor Shores Golf Club, and 12 Corners Vineyards. You'll also find Lions Park Beach and White Pine Winery nearby.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!?

At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include Netflix, water views in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 25.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children!?

Yes, every accommodation at Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Peaceful River House steps to River! House equipped for children! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Sep 23, 2024

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.

Sep 14, 2024

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.

Aug 19, 2024

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.

Aug 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Aug 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace on the St Joe River

Amazing! Quiet, quaint and quality!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Aug 4, 2024

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.

Jul 20, 2024

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.

Jul 1, 2024

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.

Jun 27, 2024

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.

Oct 23, 2023

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.

Oct 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

Nice, big and comfortable stay! Beautiful river view!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Sep 25, 2023

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.

Sep 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

comfortable.

home is comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janese T.

Sep 4, 2023

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.

Aug 28, 2023

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.

Aug 20, 2023

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.

Aug 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace!

So beautiful. So peaceful!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

Jul 23, 2023

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

Jul 21, 2023

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.

Jul 1, 2023

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.

Jun 27, 2023

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.

Jun 25, 2023

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.

Jun 21, 2023

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.

Jun 14, 2023

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

Jun 10, 2023

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