Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk
Harbert, Walla Walla County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk THE SAND HOUSESLEEPS: 8 BEDROOMS: 5BATHROOMS: 2*5 minute Walk to Private Lake Michigan Beach*BALCONY*SCREENED-IN PORCH*QUIET TIME: Harbert Woods is a private community of homeowners. Please respect their privacy and property. We ask that guests be respectful of our community by keeping quiet hours between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am EST while at the beach...
Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk THE SAND HOUSESLEEPS: 8 BEDROOMS: 5BATHROOMS: 2*5 minute Walk to Private Lake Michigan Beach*BALCONY*SCREENED-IN PORCH*QUIET TIME: Harbert Woods is a private community of homeowners. Please respect their privacy and property. We ask that guests be respectful of our community by keeping quiet hours between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am EST while at the beach, out on the back deck or on the screen porch. You may not be able to see the neighbors but they will hear you. If you are outside past 10:00 pm (9:00 pm Chicago time) please be quiet and respectful to our neighbors. NO EXCEPTIONS-- Freshwater Vacation Rentals has other options if you need a space where you can be loud with your music, and voices. The Sand House is an ideal spot for a vacation with your family, or a getaway with friends. Just 90 minutes from Chicago, this five-bedroom, two-bath summer house on two levels via spiral staircase will provide comfort, fun and memories for all. Just a one-block walk to the beautiful, sandy, private Harbert Woods beach, you can swim, build sandcastles, and watch spectacular sunsets. At the house, have your morning coffee out on the upstairs deck surrounded by trees. The combined kitchen, dining and living room area, with vaulted ceiling, allows everyone to be together, and there is a dining table for ten.Property provides widescreen HD TV with cable and Blu-ray DVD as well as Wi-Fi. If you bring music on your iPod or phone you can connect to the integrated sound system that plays upstairs and downstairs in your vacation treehouse. You will find movies on hand for the kids or books to read for any age. In addition to the upstairs living space, there is a family room and many games, books, toys and puzzles. Or, relax with a glass of wine on the screen porch.Book your stay today at the Sand House in Harbert Woods!You must be at least 30 years old to rent The Sand House. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSAccessibility: You must climb four steps to enter the main floor of the house. Once on the main floor, no further stairs exist to reach the master bedroom, adjacent bathroom, kitchen, dining area, living room and deck. The additional bedrooms, second bathroom, family room, screen porch and laundry room are downstairs.Beach/Swimming: Private swimming beach is just a one-block walk from the house! Less than a 3 minute walk. Even my 8 year old doesn't complain! Beach Chairs/Umbrellas: Please bring your own.Cable: Yes, there is HD cable TV and a DVD player. Dining Area: There is a dining room table for ten. There are additional chairs if more needed. Deck: There is a deck on the main level with a small table and four chairs, as well as a cozy screen porch downstairs.Family Room Area: There is a family room upstairs and a second family room downstairs. You will find many books, games, toys and puzzles for your use.Fires: Sorry, no fires allowed at the property. If the fire rings are on the Lake Michigan beach, you may bring your own firewood and have a fire. Grill: Yes, there is a charcoal grill. Internet: Yes, there is Wi-Fi! Kitchen Accessories: 1. Coffee Maker: Yes (standard) 2. Cooktop stove/oven: Yes 3. Dishes: Yes 4. Microwave: Yes 5. Pots & Pans: Yes 6. Refrigerator: YesLinens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens.Parking: The driveway easily fits four cars. May fit five if some cars are compact. No parking is allowed on the roadside. It must be open for emergency vehicles (non emergency vehicles will be towed). Pets: At this time, pets are not welcome. Sorry! Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though, and please bring beach towels. Washer and dryer: Yes.Winery Tours: The nearest wineries for tastings and tours are a 20-minute drive, but as of May 2020 most are closed due to Covid-19. LOCAL ATTRACTIONSGrand Mere State Park: totally undeveloped dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline, often you are the only people on the beach, trails (beach is a two-mile walk from the parking lot, a one mile paved path and one mile dune trail); at Stevensville, a 16 minute drive north on Interstate 94Warren Dunes State Park: 4 miles north on Red Arrow Highway, Sawyer (7 minute drive); requires fee to enter, 2000 acres, six miles of hiking trails, three miles of Lake Michigan coastline, beaches, rugged dune formation rises 260 feet above the lakeBeach Bucket Fudge & Popcorn: ice cream shop 4 miles north at 12021 Red Arrow Highway, Sawyer (7 minute drive)Falatics Meat Market: incredible place, 12236 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman (269) 426-3224 (6 minute drive). Order ahead for curbside pick up. Greenbush Brewing Company: taproom, annex and beer garden (3 miles north / 7 minute drive; Sawyer Road)Sawyer Home & Garden Center: myriad fresh produce, wine, flowers (3 mile drive; north side of Sawyer Road)Sawyer Market & Deli: grocery store and ice cream shop with excellent pre-bake pies at the deli (finish baking them at home) (269) 426-4646 (3 mile drive; south side of Sawyer Road)Cafe Gulistan: tasty Middle Eastern restaurant and wine bar, Harbert (1 mile)Luisa's Cafe & Harbert Swedish Bakery: coffee cake, pastry, donuts, bread etc. at the bakery; lovely fresh-cooked breakfast or lunch in attached restaurant (.8 mile / 15 minute walk)Capozio's: Tasty pizza, south to 13982 Red Arrow Highway, Harbert (4 miles / 4 minute drive) Thursday to Sunday (269) 469-4001Red Arrow Roadhouse: the classic, south to 15710 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier (269) 469-3939 burgers, salads, whitefish, crab cakes, ribs, fun (9 minute drive)The Wine Sellers: lovely wine shop at the southern end of Union Pier, 16409 Red Arrow Hwy Ghost Isle Brewery: restaurant and brewery, views of sweeping marsh and wetlands, 17684 U.S. Highway 12, New Buffalo;sandwiches, BBQ, seafood; seasonal, ethnic flairBarney's Market: grocery store in New BuffaloOink's Ice Cream and Yogurt: famous ice cream shop in New BuffaloStray Dog Bar & Grill: 245 N Whittaker Street, New Buffalo Beer Church Brewing Company: wood fire pizza, small plates and small batch beer in re-purposed church 24 S Whittaker Street, New BuffaloAcorn Theater: live music, comedy and drama 107 Generation Drive, Three OaksVickers Theatre: historic movie house at 6 N Elm Street, Three OaksThree Oaks art galleries: along Elm Street — Studio B Gallery, art gallery at the Vickers Theatre, Judy Ferrara Gallery, Trilogy Antiques and Design (13 minute drive, take Three Oaks Road)Harbor Country chamber of commerce: find out about road construction as well as Covid-19 "stay safe" and retail curbside pick up info as well as other events.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
Location type
- Beach
- Lake
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Boating
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Parking available
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's toys
- Trampoline
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV with cable channels
- DVD player
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
Laundry
- Washer/dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- On a lake
- Near a hospital
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
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)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 30
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert
Located in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Captain Mike's Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Cherry Beach 4 min drive
- Warren Dunes State Park 9 min drive
- Warren Dunes State Park Beach 11 min drive
- Weko Park 13 min drive
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo 20 min drive
Getting around
- New Buffalo Station 15 min drive
- South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) 50 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 10 min drive
- Journeyman Distillery 15 min drive
- Getaway Cubbie Bar 12 min drive
- Lydia's Down Home Cooking 11 min drive
- Transient Artisan Ales 12 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Where is Sand House: Lake Michigan sandy beach 5 min. walk located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Michigan and Cherry Beach. Burnison Galleries and Warren Dunes State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).