Sand Sun and Surf!!! -- Private Lake Michigan Beach Getaway
4.5
Excellent(48 Reviews)Apartment in Lake Michigan Beach, MI
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this apartment rental
COME AND GET IT. LABOR DAY WEEKEND IS OPEN!! Book now!! This fully remodeled 3 bedroom condo is PERFECT way to fight off the Covid Blues... For you Pandemic People that just need to get away -- Ask your therapist about FLEXCATION -- this does a Mom, Dad, and Family good. Private 'garden' (ground floor) entry - lots of space indoors and out to social distance and high speed internet to “work from home” or “e learn” at the lake! Check us out and enjoy your 2023 - the pandemic needs a break and this is the perfect place. Get back what we lost in these last few years and lose yourself here for a few days or a week! Trust me it’s worth it! Golf cart half price all May!
Still Perfect for a family get away. With renovation just completed (in 2019) -- we are again opening this gem up for summer rentals. So this has become yet again -- a lurid “pandemic paradise” this year. What a crazy world we live in now! This place will get u away from all the reality’s and hopefully energize everyone and maybe even be your 'new normal'.... Your fully renovated condo offers all the amenities of our other incredible condo with just a little more space. Mom and Dad can stretch out on a NEW King Bed with their very own Master Bath... While the second bedroom has 2 Queens for a comfortable night to recharge, the 3rd bedroom has plenty of space for the kids... A brand new full day bed w/ twin bunk await the kids. A large (bed)room with an extra Smart TV (bring on Netflix, Prime or Stream whatever) -- so they can unwind after a day of Sand, Sun, and Surf. What's close you ask? Well, a quick trip south gets you to downtown St Joseph in 5 min for a gorgeous beach town setting. Twenty Minutes to the north is South Haven, with another incredible downtown with all the beach town amenities. Even being tucked snugly between 2 iconic Beachfront villages, you will feel miles away from what we call 'reality'. The best part is that this is CLOSE to everything!! You will not lose a day in transit!! Chicago -- 2 hours. Cincinnati - 3 Hours, St Louis -- 5 Hours... A quick trip to the Greatest Lake will be the highlight of your summer activities. Or Spring OR Fall!! With NEW Furniture awaiting your arrival, NEW Stainless steel appliances in a gorgeous kitchen with island, and New Bath amenities, and this will be a one of a kind get a way... We love the opportunity to share these places. Having rented at least one condo for the last 10 years on this property, we proudly have more return, perennial guest than ever before. We hope your trip this year will be the first of many. Come join us for some healthy Sand Sun and Surf while enjoying what will be -- Another SAFE and HEALTHY day in Paradise !!!!
Still Perfect for a family get away. With renovation just completed (in 2019) -- we are again opening this gem up for summer rentals. So this has become yet again -- a lurid “pandemic paradise” this year. What a crazy world we live in now! This place will get u away from all the reality’s and hopefully energize everyone and maybe even be your 'new normal'.... Your fully renovated condo offers all the amenities of our other incredible condo with just a little more space. Mom and Dad can stretch out on a NEW King Bed with their very own Master Bath... While the second bedroom has 2 Queens for a comfortable night to recharge, the 3rd bedroom has plenty of space for the kids... A brand new full day bed w/ twin bunk await the kids. A large (bed)room with an extra Smart TV (bring on Netflix, Prime or Stream whatever) -- so they can unwind after a day of Sand, Sun, and Surf. What's close you ask? Well, a quick trip south gets you to downtown St Joseph in 5 min for a gorgeous beach town setting. Twenty Minutes to the north is South Haven, with another incredible downtown with all the beach town amenities. Even being tucked snugly between 2 iconic Beachfront villages, you will feel miles away from what we call 'reality'. The best part is that this is CLOSE to everything!! You will not lose a day in transit!! Chicago -- 2 hours. Cincinnati - 3 Hours, St Louis -- 5 Hours... A quick trip to the Greatest Lake will be the highlight of your summer activities. Or Spring OR Fall!! With NEW Furniture awaiting your arrival, NEW Stainless steel appliances in a gorgeous kitchen with island, and New Bath amenities, and this will be a one of a kind get a way... We love the opportunity to share these places. Having rented at least one condo for the last 10 years on this property, we proudly have more return, perennial guest than ever before. We hope your trip this year will be the first of many. Come join us for some healthy Sand Sun and Surf while enjoying what will be -- Another SAFE and HEALTHY day in Paradise !!!!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Lake Michigan Beach, MI
Reviews
4.5
Excellent(48 Reviews)4.5
Condo and Owner was spot on. The amenities and communication for any questions were handled, it was clean, quiet and just what we wanted. The pool was so perfect and warm, clean and not once did we have to share it. The lake/beach was all ours also! Path made it easy access, and was any easy walk from condo.
We maybe saw 5 humans the entire time, which is what we wanted!
The sound of water was perfect, and the small View we had of beach/lake we wanted more of!
4.5
The place had all the essentials (except towels). It was a short walk, or golf cart ride, to the lake. We suggest the golf cart! It made it very easy to take all the things we needed to the lake. The pool was warm and right out the back door. The host was easy to communicate with and made the whole procedure easy! It was a great family vacation for us!
4.5
The arrival and check-in was a little confusing but owner sent exact instructions step by step where to find key and process. One mistake right side post instead of left side post. Owner very responsive!
The property/owner had a new golf cart for the ride down to the beach. Renting the golf cart a must as the walk down is steep if you are transporting any beach play items!
Location excellent! Pool had issues with pump but the owner keep us up to date on the progress. South Haven and St Joe very short drives. Many food and drink options.
Dave, Kathy, Ken and Linda
4.5
We enjoyed our stay. The private beach was great.
4.5
The condo was clean, beds were comfortable and had everything we needed. The beach and pool were wonderful. It was close to Saint Joseph where we spent a day shopping. The only thing that we would change is to have more privacy on the patio.
4.5
We had a great weekend in Coloma! This home was well appointed with a great layout for a group, the kids and adults loved the beautiful beach and the pool, and communication with the property manager was seamless. A 10/10 vacation, thank you!
4.5
Clean, comfortable, well supplied condo. Ideal location - very quiet, short walk to beautiful, private beach and close to many towns worth visiting.
4.5
The location was nice with access to a pool - which was well maintained and heated. The pool is large - just shallow (3-5ft) for anyone that enjoys jumping in a deeper end. But refreshing. The lake is just a few hundred feet away and has a nice beach. The golf cart is a must to navigate the hill to the beach if you plan to carry anything there. The house could use.a bit of "spring cleaning" in a few spots - but mostly clean. The quirky things to us were having to empty a couple of de-humidifiers every few hours. One had a leak and had to be unplugged during our stay. Another were some interesting smells - a bit musty - probably due to the dampness, the septic would also leach out a bit of nastiness every now and then and a corner neighbor enjoyed their weed. So those were the interesting smells. But all in all a good location, nice beach and good pool.
4.5
Pictures a bit deceiving as we expected to be right on Lake Michigan. However, the golf cart and beach accessories provided by gist made it very convenient and enjoyable. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Lake Michigan beach experience was unforgettable!
4.5
Tony was available and helpful as an owner. Place was nice, convenient and a relaxing place. Really enjoyed the time
4.5
We often stay at the same place when we go to Michigan, this year it was booked. We were very pleased with this vacation getaway. The location is amazing, perfect layout for the family. The pool and golf cart were an added bonus. We will definitely return next year.
4.5
Perfect Family Getaway!
The owner was friendly and easy to communicate with. The condo had a great open concept living area and lots of room for our entire family. The only downside was that the bathrooms were small and there is a humidifier that needs emptied frequently. However, the pool was really nice and the beach was amazing! I definitely recommend renting the golf cart to drive to the beach!
4.5
Great time relaxing at the beach and pool.. beautiful sunsets and short drive to Saint joe...
4.5
Beach time
Great time relaxing at the beach and pool.. beautiful sunsets and short drive to Saint joe...
4.5
Great private beach
Great summer vacation. Beach and pool almost entirely to ourselves. Property is nicer than pictures show. Definitely recommend getting golf cart to drive to beach as it is steep incline.
4.5
Anniversary of the death of both parents and I needed to get away. This condo was way more than we needed, so much room! We loved the peace of drinking coffee and looking at the lovely Lake Michigan. You won’t be disappointed!
4.5
Super comfortable and Recharging
Anniversary of the death of both parents and I needed to get away. This condo was way more than we needed, so much room! We loved the peace of drinking coffee and looking at the lovely Lake Michigan. You won’t be disappointed!
4.5
Everything was good, except that the second bedroom lacked any kind of air conditioning and was like a sauna. I really think that this should be fixed
4.5
Issue with air conditioning
Everything was good, except that the second bedroom lacked any kind of air conditioning and was like a sauna. I really think that this should be fixed
4.5
The location to the beach and pool is awesome. The golf cart is a great asset to come and go from the beautiful beach. We had a great time at our stay, but there are some things we wish we had known and if we had , we may have chosen not to stay here. The living room, dining room and kitchen are exactly as pictured and nicely remodeled. The kitchen had any extras you might need for cooking. The air conditioning is a portable cooling system that vents through the wall and only does a fair job of cooling the condo. The 2 extra bedrooms are rather warm and humid. The bathrooms have no air conditioning and are just plain hot and humid, not ideal for trying to feel fresh and clean during and after a shower. These air conditioning units are very loud and run pretty much nonstop and can only be set on 72 degrees. It makes it difficult to have a conversation without feeling like you are
having to almost yell to be heard. The master bedroom and master bathroom have a terrible moldy, musty smell that as another person stated in their review, is very off putting. The unit is in need of a deep cleaning, especially under the beds and along the baseboards. Who ever does the cleaning is only cleaning the middle. Tony seems like a super nice guy and very responsive to any communication. I am sure if we had asked he would have sent someone in to clean, but we didn't want to deal with someone coming in to clean once we had already checked in. If the air conditioning situation and the terrible smell from the master bathroom could be fixed it would make this a much better place to stay. We didn't let these issues keep us from having a great time, but they are things we wish we had known before booking.
4.5
Great pool and beach
The location to the beach and pool is awesome. The golf cart is a great asset to come and go from the beautiful beach. We had a great time at our stay, but there are some things we wish we had known and if we had , we may have chosen not to stay here. The living room, dining room and kitchen are exactly as pictured and nicely remodeled. The kitchen had any extras you might need for cooking. The air conditioning is a portable cooling system that vents through the wall and only does a fair job of cooling the condo. The 2 extra bedrooms are rather warm and humid. The bathrooms have no air conditioning and are just plain hot and humid, not ideal for trying to feel fresh and clean during and after a shower. These air conditioning units are very loud and run pretty much nonstop and can only be set on 72 degrees. It makes it difficult to have a conversation without feeling like you are
having to almost yell to be heard. The master bedroom and master bathroom have a terrible moldy, musty smell that as another person stated in their review, is very off putting. The unit is in need of a deep cleaning, especially under the beds and along the baseboards. Who ever does the cleaning is only cleaning the middle. Tony seems like a super nice guy and very responsive to any communication. I am sure if we had asked he would have sent someone in to clean, but we didn't want to deal with someone coming in to clean once we had already checked in. If the air conditioning situation and the terrible smell from the master bathroom could be fixed it would make this a much better place to stay. We didn't let these issues keep us from having a great time, but they are things we wish we had known before booking.
4.5
This place is about a half mile walk to a beautiful private beach. The hill is very steep, so our golf cart came in handy. The pool was clean and never crowded. The beds were comfy, the place was clean, and the couches and furniture was great. The kitchen had a nice coffee bar and all appliances you would need.
The cons:.
Two big issues was that all the water smells like rust from all the faucets. You come out of the shower and smell it in your hair. Also, we had a bad sewer smell off and on outside and inside the house the entire stay. I will say that the owner was prompt in calling us back and had a plumber there the next morning. They found raw sewage was leaking in the pipes inside, but that doesn't account for the outside smell. Maybe something to do with the septic system. They were working on it when we left, so I'm hoping they get it resolved.
Small issues, you have to bring your own towels. Beach towels, kitchen towels, wash cloths, bath towels etc. We are a large family so it was a pain to have to pack all that extra. Not too many coffee cups, so bring your yeti or some disposable cups. For almost 4grand a week, it would be nice to have kitchen and bath towels provided.
Overall, if not for the septic issue and smelly water (maybe that's a Michigan thing), I would definitely go back.
4.5
Great location, clean property, nice pool, sewage problems and smelly water
This place is about a half mile walk to a beautiful private beach. The hill is very steep, so our golf cart came in handy. The pool was clean and never crowded. The beds were comfy, the place was clean, and the couches and furniture was great. The kitchen had a nice coffee bar and all appliances you would need.
The cons:.
Two big issues was that all the water smells like rust from all the faucets. You come out of the shower and smell it in your hair. Also, we had a bad sewer smell off and on outside and inside the house the entire stay. I will say that the owner was prompt in calling us back and had a plumber there the next morning. They found raw sewage was leaking in the pipes inside, but that doesn't account for the outside smell. Maybe something to do with the septic system. They were working on it when we left, so I'm hoping they get it resolved.
Small issues, you have to bring your own towels. Beach towels, kitchen towels, wash cloths, bath towels etc. We are a large family so it was a pain to have to pack all that extra. Not too many coffee cups, so bring your yeti or some disposable cups. For almost 4grand a week, it would be nice to have kitchen and bath towels provided.
Overall, if not for the septic issue and smelly water (maybe that's a Michigan thing), I would definitely go back.
4.5
The property itself was very nice. The pool and golf cart were nice perks as well; kids spent a lot of time in the pool. The beach is maybe a 5-10 min walk with a pretty big drop, I would really recommend the golf cart, especially with kids. It rained a good amount while we were there and there was a musty smell in the master bedroom, that was the only negative thing I would have to say about the property. St. Joe's is about a 10 min drive as well. Nice stay overall.
4.5
Summer vacation
The property itself was very nice. The pool and golf cart were nice perks as well; kids spent a lot of time in the pool. The beach is maybe a 5-10 min walk with a pretty big drop, I would really recommend the golf cart, especially with kids. It rained a good amount while we were there and there was a musty smell in the master bedroom, that was the only negative thing I would have to say about the property. St. Joe's is about a 10 min drive as well. Nice stay overall.
4.5
This place was amazing. My first time to Michigan Lake and was one of the best vacations we ever had! Weather and beach were absolutely perfect. Tony was very nice to deal with, and the condo was cozy. Would definitely stay here again.
4.5
More than shown
Beach and pool were fantastic. Pictures don’t do property justice and we had everything we needed!
4.5
Great vacation!
This place was amazing. My first time to Michigan Lake and was one of the best vacations we ever had! Weather and beach were absolutely perfect. Tony was very nice to deal with, and the condo was cozy. Would definitely stay here again.
4.5
A little pricey for what you get
The unit itself was nicely decorated and roomy; however it wasn’t what we expected. The unit is in the middle of the bottom floor of units, so you could hear people walking around upstairs. There were two AC floor units-one in the main area and one in the master bedroom...the other two bedrooms just had fans, so they were warm. The master bedroom had no windows (thus no second fire escape exit), so it was completely dark when the lights were off and the door was closed. The beds were softer than we like, so we just used extra pillows from other beds to place under our backs.
The master bedroom and bathroom were humid and had a musty smell. There was a dehumidifier in the main area, perhaps one in the bedroom would help?? We would empty it two to three times a day.
The “private” garden entrance was sliding doors from a shared patio area, and was the only door to the exterior; the pool and beach area were also shared with all the other condos in the area, so could be quite crowded if everyone came at the same time.
Towels were not provided...this means no towels whatsoever, including hand towels for the bathroom and kitchen towels. So bring your own!
The use of a golf cart to haul stuff to the beach was very nice!
We have stayed in many rentals (including Cayman Islands and Italy) that had a beach view, washer and dryer in the unit, and towels, yet cost almost half the cost. This was a clean unit but overpriced for what we received.
4.5
The unit itself was nicely decorated and roomy; however it wasn’t what we expected. The unit is in the middle of the bottom floor of units, so you could hear people walking around upstairs. There were two AC floor units-one in the main area and one in the master bedroom...the other two bedrooms just had fans, so they were warm. The master bedroom had no windows (thus no second fire escape exit), so it was completely dark when the lights were off and the door was closed. The beds were softer than we like, so we just used extra pillows from other beds to place under our backs.The master bedroom and bathroom were humid and had a musty smell. There was a dehumidifier in the main area, perhaps one in the bedroom would help?? We would empty it two to three times a day.The “private” garden entrance was sliding doors from a shared patio area, and was the only door to the exterior; the pool and beach area were also shared with all the other condos in the area, so could be quite crowded if everyone came at the same time. Towels were not provided...this means no towels whatsoever, including hand towels for the bathroom and kitchen towels. So bring your own! The use of a golf cart to haul stuff to the beach was very nice! We have stayed in many rentals (including Cayman Islands and Italy) that had a beach view, washer and dryer in the unit, and towels, yet cost almost half the cost. This was a clean unit but overpriced for what we received.
4.5
Loved the place. Was very nice. Beach was great. My mother in law loved the pool was warm and inviting. Would definately stay again!
4.5
Family vaca at Lake Michigan
Loved the place. Was very nice. Beach was great. My mother in law loved the pool was warm and inviting. Would definately stay again!
4.5
Just What We Needed
This was a very pleasant stay with our family. The condo had everything we needed; pool, golfcart, private beach for us to stay home and stay safe! With COVID on our minds it was nice not to worry because we could be secluded. Sunsets and beach were amazing! Walking around the property or on the road was very accessible. tucked back in an area that was quiet and peaceful.
4.5
Lake Michigan Beach Condo
The condo was everything it was advertised to be. Beautifully renovated and well-equipped kitchen, brand new living room furniture , comfortable beds with plenty of space for my family of 5. I agree with a previous reviewer that the mildewy smell in the hallway and master bath is a bit of a turn off, but nothing too out of the ordinary for a lakehouse. The pool was clean and warm. The golf cart was a bonus that I didn't realize we were getting. My kids loved driving in it and it was an absolute must for carting all of our beach gear. The beach is the gem to this rental! Beautiful and private, we enjoyed it in the afternoon and went back at sunset for gorgeous photos. One day we had the whole thing to ourselves for about 3 hours. At most, 5 families at one time. St. Joseph is a cute little town only 10 minutes away We enjoyed shopping and eating on the rooftop at Rybelle's. My kids also really enjoyed the escape room at Puzzlemental. We went to South Haven to shop for the day and it is awesome!
Tony was great to work with. I had an issue with a clogged toilet the first day we got there. After texting him he promptly had someone ready to come over and take a look at it. My advice to him would be to have a sheet of instructions and advice for renters when you arrive.I was unsure at first of the dehumidifier and air conditioning (very simple -just turn on! - but might be nice to state on a list), also unsure of where to put the garbage, and would have loved some suggestions of restaurants and places to go in the area. Not a big deal, as looking online solved all of our problems! Just nice when someone who knows the area makes recommendations.
All in all a great spot for a family vacation!
4.5
The condo was everything it was advertised to be. Beautifully renovated and well-equipped kitchen, brand new living room furniture , comfortable beds with plenty of space for my family of 5. I agree with a previous reviewer that the mildewy smell in the hallway and master bath is a bit of a turn off, but nothing too out of the ordinary for a lakehouse. The pool was clean and warm. The golf cart was a bonus that I didn't realize we were getting. My kids loved driving in it and it was an absolute must for carting all of our beach gear. The beach is the gem to this rental! Beautiful and private, we enjoyed it in the afternoon and went back at sunset for gorgeous photos. One day we had the whole thing to ourselves for about 3 hours. At most, 5 families at one time. St. Joseph is a cute little town only 10 minutes away We enjoyed shopping and eating on the rooftop at Rybelle's. My kids also really enjoyed the escape room at Puzzlemental. We went to South Haven to shop for the day and it is awesome!Tony was great to work with. I had an issue with a clogged toilet the first day we got there. After texting him he promptly had someone ready to come over and take a look at it. My advice to him would be to have a sheet of instructions and advice for renters when you arrive.I was unsure at first of the dehumidifier and air conditioning (very simple -just turn on! - but might be nice to state on a list), also unsure of where to put the garbage, and would have loved some suggestions of restaurants and places to go in the area. Not a big deal, as looking online solved all of our problems! Just nice when someone who knows the area makes recommendations.All in all a great spot for a family vacation!
4.5
Great place, easy access to semiprivate beach, nice pool.
We had a great time at your place. Thanks Tony!
4.5
Lake Michigan perfect.
As always great long weekend thanks to a great VRBO host. Tony, we appreciate all the nice touches and having everything we could need on site. Can’t wait to come back again soon!!
4.5
Wonderful Basement Unit
The property was very clean and most of the furnishings looked like they were new. Tony was wonderfully responsive throughout our stay. There was a huge storm while we were there that took out the power and water and Tony even had them deliver bottled water to us! The pool was wonderful and well tended. The entire property is clearly well taken care of.
The only reason I'm not giving this five stars is that it wasn't clear to me from the listing that this is a basement unit in a multi-unit building. There is very little natural light - a sliding door in the front and one working window in the back bedroom. There are no windows in the MBR. Although you can see the lake from the outside patio, the only "view" from inside the unit is of the pool. It didn't affect our enjoyment of our vacation, but I wish I had known.
4.5
Amazing pool and sunsets, no beach though.
Our family loved our 6 days in Michigan at this property. We have a 5 and 8 year old and the pool is what made the whole property worthwhile. The pool is heated and large and very clean. It’s shared with the other condo units but even over the weekend it was never remotely crowded.
The condo was also nicely updated and clean upon arrival. Communication with the owner was also quick and pleasant.
That said, the private beach on the property is not at al accessible. We understood that with the unprecedented high water levels that the beach front could be much diminished and when we enquired about it, Tony was upfront about the beach erosion. What he didn’t say is that where the beach access used to be, the entire hillside has collapsed and is roped off by fencing and caution tape. This made that beach front fully inaccessible for our family, which felt like a larger omission than was shared.
There were a few small issues like lack of any shades on the kids bunk room glass doors that opened onto to the living room, this wouldn’t been an easy fix. Bring extra towels/blankets to cover the glass doors until this (hopefully) gets addressed.
The master bedroom/bathroom also has an odd door(s) to another unfinished area that gives off a strong mildew smell.
At the end of the day though, even without the beach and the other small indiscretions, our kids had a blast and are asking when we go back.
With some minor improvements and a bit more transparency about the beach, this unit would be an absolute gem!
4.5
Awesome get away
Calgon take me away. Quick trip with friends we haven’t seen in years. Awesome place lots of space. Poolside condo with the Lake a 2 min walk away. Water was up but kids still had a great time at the mini beach. Incredible place!! Will be back and will tell everyone about it. See you soon!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Lake Michigan Beach?
The average price for a rental in Lake Michigan Beach is $361 per night. This rental is $232 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sand Sun and Surf!!! -- Private Lake Michigan Beach Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Sand Sun and Surf!!! -- Private Lake Michigan Beach Getaway. Enjoy the water!
Is Sand Sun and Surf!!! -- Private Lake Michigan Beach Getaway pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at Sand Sun and Surf!!! -- Private Lake Michigan Beach Getaway?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.