Beachwood Fairway Retreat Benton Harbor
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SLEEPS: 4-5
BEDROOMS: 2 + bed/bath in basement
BATHROOMS: 4
*5 minute WALK TO BEACH (Jean Klock Beach Park on LAKE MICHIGAN-there is a non-residential daily fee of $9.00 to drive your vehicle in)
*GOLF COURSE VIEW (Harbor Shores- 6th hole is across the street - A Jack Nicklaus Signature Course)
*12 Miles of TRAILS TO WALK OR BIKE-RIDE (you are allowed to walk or ride the bikes on the golf course paths)
*2 BIKES TO USE DURING YOUR STAY
*1 mile to BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN ST. JOSEPH shops and restaurants
****PARKING - Please ONLY park in the garage or driveway of the rental house - this can only accommodate 2 cars. PARKING ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE HOUSE IS PROHIBITED. YOUR CAR WILL BE TOWED IF YOU PARK THERE AND FINED $250 FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS (PER HOA)
If you are a sunbather, golfer, walker, or swimmer, Beachwood Fairway Retreat is for you! Here you are overlooking the #6 tee of the Harbor Shores golf course from the master bedroom window, or while sitting on the front porch as you sip your morning coffee. There is a sidewalk and road that separates the golf course from your porch! Prefer a morning swim or walk instead? It is a pleasant 10-minute walk down the golf course to the beautifully-maintained Jean Klock Public Beach on Lake Michigan. with its huge sand dunes, tall grasses and gorgeous views.
Beachwood Fairway Retreat is ideal for all active ages. This clean, crisp, Craftsman-style home is perfect for your getaway! With a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, covered porch, cozy living-room, gas fireplace, patio with natural gas grill, a garage, 2 bikes and 2 cable TVs, you can relax & unwind without missing out on the comforts of home
The location of Beachwood Fairway Retreat is perfect for those who would like to explore the west side of our beautiful state. It's only a 1 minute drive to quaint, downtown St. Joe's with its shops, restaurants, pubs, harbor, marina and beautiful Silver Beach. Driving north, you will come across South Haven (30 min), Saugatuck (45 min), and Holland (1 hour), all with beautiful downtowns to shop and explore. Plus, it's only a short drive to a dozen wineries and breweries, including Tabor Hill, Round Barn, Sister Lakes Brewery and North Pier Brewery.
If you like beautiful sunsets, you've hit the jackpot! Nothing compares with the coast of Lake Michigan. Make sure to bring your camera! Explore, sunbathe, swim, golf, shop or just relax in this clean, well-appointed and cozy Beachwood Fairway Retreat.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A/C: Yes, there is air conditioning in this home.
Animals: Deer, squirrel, raccoons, and a variety of birds.
ATV/Snowmobiles: Not allowed on the property.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Attached to Master Bedroom – Full bath with double sink, shower and tub
Bathroom #2: Attached to Bedroom #2 –Full bath, tub and shower
Bathroom #3: Main floor – ½ bathroom
Bathroom #4: Basement level – Full bath with shower only, also a washer and dryer
Beach/Swimming: Lake Michigan is just a short 5-minute walk (1/2 mile) up the road. There you will find a public beach with picnic tables and grilling areas. It is well-kept and combed seasonally.
Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1: King Bed—Master bedroom upstairs—ceiling fan
Bedroom #2: Queen Bed—upstairs—ceiling fan
Basement area: There is a Day-Bed in the basement area that is suitable for 1-2 kids/small adult.
Boats: A few local marinas have boats for rent if you are interested in getting on the water.
Bugs: Typical flies, mosquitoes and ants.
Cable/Satellite TVs: 2 TVs-one in the living room and one in the basement. Both have Comcast Cable.
Cell phone service: Phenomenal! Good all the way around. Great towers here!
Craft Breweries: Nearby breweries are---Silver Harbor Brewery, North Pier Brewery, The Livery, Haymarket Brewery and Taproom
Distances:
* Chicago, Illinois: 1 hour and 45 minutes (99 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours ( 186 miles)
* South Bend, Indiana: 51 minutes (39 miles)
* Michigan Adventure Amusement Park: 1 hour & 39 min. (95 miles)
* Grand Rapids: 1 hour and 15 min ( 81 miles)
Click here to check out some of the options to explore in the Harbor Country area
Fishing: Bring your poles!
Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at the Michigan DNR website.
Golf Course: This beautiful, 18 hole course is the only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course on Lake Michigan! Check out the course and schedule a tee time here.
Grill: Propane grill--propane provided
Grocery Store: Martin's Super Market: 5637 Cleveland Ave 269-429-1711
Handicap Accessible: Not ideal for anyone that cannot navigate stairs.
Internet: WiFi is available.
Linens: Yes, we provide you with basic sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you before your arrival. If you are particular about the thread count of your sheets, let us know and we will make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets.
Parking: There is enough room for 2 cars to park. One in the driveway and one in the garage.
Pets: No pets allowed. Enjoy this allergen-free space
Privacy: This is a free standing condo, however, there are other condos neighboring each side.
Come one, come all! Although this home has stairs, it is ideal for seniors who love to golf. The master bedroom overlooks tee #6 of the Harbor Shores Golf Course and Lake Michigan is only a lovely 5 minute walk up the way.
Rental Agreement(HOA): must be signed prior to receiving arrival instructions/door code etc.
Smoking: No smoking of any kind allowed on the property. Due to the close proximity of the neighbors, it is strictly prohibited.
Space: Nice, modern, clean space. Three-floors!
Towels: Yes, we provide towels. Please bring your own beach towels to take to the water.
Washer and dryer: Yes, there is a washer and dryer and laundry soap is provided.
Wineries: ALL Within a 30 minute drive--Round Barn, Dablon Winery, Lemon Creek, Three Sisters, Twelve Corners, Vineyard 2121, Contessa wine Cellars, Karma Vista, Lazy Ballerina, White Pine, and Domaine Barrien Cellars
Amenities
- Basic Paper Products (Paper Towel & TP)
- Blow Dryer
- Board Games
- Books
- Cable- Satellite TV
- Ceiling fans
- Central air conditioning
- DVD player
- Fireplace -Gas (with Remote Control)
- Garage
- Heat: Furnace
- Internet/ WiFi
- Iron & Ironing board
- Linens & Towels included
- Radio
- Screened-in porch
- Smoke Detectors
- Washer & dryer
- Blender
- Coffee maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Mixer
- Oven
- Popcorn Maker
- Refrigerator
- Standard Kitchenware & Utensils
- Stove
- Toaster
- Deck/Patio
- Grill-Natural gas
- Patio Chairs
- Walkway to Lake-Private Beach
- Winery
Season | Period | Min.Stay | Nightly | Weekly | |
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January 2022 - December 2023 | 01/01/2022 - 12/31/2023 | 2 | $299.00 | ||
January - December 2024 | 01/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 | 2 | $0.00 |
Reviews
FVR RESPONSE:
Thank you for sharing your review, Chanda! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay, and found the home to be clean, and better than expected! Hopefully we will have a chance to host you again in the future!
Aug 2023
FVR RESPONSE:
We're so happy to know you enjoyed your stay, and were able to make good use of the bikes and things to do in the area! Also, we thank you and appreciate the compliment to our team! We'd love to host you for another stay in the future!
Aug 2023
FVR RESPONSE
Barbara, we're glad that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope that you come back again!
Jul 2023
FVR RESPONSE:
Hi Jaime! I know things didn't go too perfect with your stay in Union Pier last year, so to read a review like this, and know you and your family found Beachwood to exceed your expectation is truly wonderful to hear! We appreciate the additional compliment to our team at Freshwater, and hope to host you for another stay in the future!
Jul 2023
FVR RESPONSE:
Hi William, we're glad that the home and it's location were able to provide you with a great stay, that fit your needs! We would love to have you back!
Jun 2023
FVR RESPONSE
Kim, we love hearing that you had a wonderful stay, and that the property had everything that you needed. We agree that the cottage is in a great spot for outdoor fun. Thanks you for your kind words for FVR - it means a lot to us. We hope to see you back again.
Jun 2023
FVR RESPONSE:
Hi Cynthia! Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are so thrilled to know that you enjoyed your stay, found the home to be inviting, and well supplied. We would love to have you back!
Apr 2023
FVR RESPONSE:
We are so delighted to know that you were able to feel at home during your stay, and found everything to be in good shape to provide you with a comfortable stay and experience! We truly can't wait to host another stay with you!
Jul 2022
FVR RESPONSE
Nick, we love our repeat guests! You are the best review possible. We're glad that the stay was another good one and we look forward to your return.
May 2022
FVR RESPONSE
Mary, it's always great to find a new birding location, and we're glad that you found it with us! We appreciate your feedback, as that allows us to give guests an even better experience. We'd love to work with you again.
Apr 2022
FVR RESPONSE
David, we're so glad that you liked Beachwood Fairway Retreat! We appreciate your review and hope to work with you again.
Jan 2022
FVR RESPONSE
Mickey. we're so glad that you had a relaxing weekend, and that we could be a part of it. We hope that you come back again soon.
Nov 2021
FVR RESPONSE
Darryl, knowing that you would rent again made our day! We're so glad that you had a great time at Beachwood Fairway Retreat, and we look forward to your return.
Nov 2021
FVR RESPONSE
Ann, we're so glad that we could help you find the perfect spot for you to attend your best friend's wedding. It sounds like your heart was full of love. We hope that you come back again to spend some quiet time.
Oct 2021
FVR RESPONSE
Karen, thank you for this great review and for your kind words for the staff at FVR. Corvettes are meant to be pampered in a garage so we're glad that we could accommodate it! We look forward to your return.
Sep 2021
FVR RESPONSE
Thank you for sharing your experience, Karen! There are so many wonderful things to do around the area, and we're so glad that you got to enjoy many of them! Thanks again for staying with us!
Jun 2021
FRESHWATER VACATION RENTALS
Bridget, we'd love to have you back this summer! We love knowing that you and your friends had such a good time. We were happy to host you.
Jan 2021
FRESHWATER RESPONSE
Michael, thank you for this wonderful review! We look forward to working with you again.
Jan 2021
FRESHWATER RESPONSE
Ricki, we are happy to know you had a great holiday experience. That makes our day! We'd love to work with you again.
Dec 2020
FRESHWATER RESPONSE
Kristen, it sounds like you had a great time, and we love hearing about it! we'd love to host you again.
Nov 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Holly, the fact that you said you would stay at Beachwood Fairway Retreat again says everything! Thank you for that. We loved having you as our guests and hope to work with you again.
Aug 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Cheri, thank you for this great review! We agree, Beachwood Fairway Retreat is a fabulous property. It sleeps 4-5 and is a short walk to Lake Michigan. The master bedroom overlooks the #6 tee of the Harbor Shores golf course. We would love to have your stay again.
Jan 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Kristin, we are so happy that you enjoyed your time at Beachwood Fairway Retreat. Thank you for writing this delightful review. Beachwood Fairway Retreat sleeps 4-5 and is a short 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan. We apologize for not being able to get the fireplace fixed for you over Christmas. We'd love to work with you again in the near future.
Dec 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Bianca, thank you for writing this wonderful review. It makes us very happy knowing you liked it as much as we do. Fairway Trails Retreat has a golf course view and is only a 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan. We look forward to your return.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Bill, we are so glad that Fairway Trails Retreat was perfect for your visit to the Benton Harbor/St Joe area. It is a short walk to Lake Michigan and sleeps 4-5. The location of Fairway Trails Retreat is perfect for those who would like to explore the westside of our beautiful state. We hope you come back again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Bill, thanks for this review and recommendation. Fairway Trails Retreat is situated on a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, that is a simple 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan. It has a washer and dryer for guests' convenience. We'd love to have you back again.
Oct 2019
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