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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Covert, MI
  • Sarett Nature Center
    10 min drive
  • Contessa Wine Cellars
    14 min drive
  • Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery
    15 min drive
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    12 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dog-friendly home with lake views, wood stove, kayaks/SUPs, & W/D

Jacobia Lakefront Retreat

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Make yourself at home at this two-story retreat and start an unforgettable Lake Michigan getaway! Jacobia Lakefront Retreat is all about comfort, relaxation, and unique amenities that will make your stay as breezy as possible - you won't have to worry about anything here. Featuring plenty of outdoor living space, your stress will melt away the second you step inside this family-friendly abode. You'll have one furnished deck on each floor. The first-floor deck is the ideal place to lounge after mealtime as it comes equipped with a set of comfortable seats and even a hammock and the second-level deck features the main outdoor dining space plus unbelievable Lake Michigan views. Kayaks, SUPS, life jackets, and sand toys are all provided for use during your stay.

Inside, this convenient home away from home features a well-equipped kitchen with all the cooking essentials to whip up anything from full-course meals to quick snacks, a private washer/dryer so you and your crew won't have to worry about finding a laundromat or carrying a bag of change with you at all times, and a well-furnished living area with a smart TV with cable and a wood stove that will keep you all nice and warm no matter the season you visit.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a washer/dryer.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes by car from Sarett Nature Center
Dog-friendly home with lake views, wood stove, kayaks/SUPs, & W/D offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

48484

Dog-friendly home with lake views, wood stove, kayaks/SUPs, & W/D Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anastassia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and privacy can’t be beat
Amazing private beach with all the amenities needed to enjoy swimming and water sports. Clean and comfortable house with a fully stocked kitchen made it easy to cook and lots of outdoor space to enjoy dinner and drinks outside. Some frustrations dealing with a property management company - I wish they would assign a trip specialist that we could reach out to rather than contacting a different person each time but overall a great property and experience. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMY G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was just whst we needed.
The house had the most beautiful views. It was very clean and we were supplied with everything we needed. The beach area was perfect. We had paddle boards, floats, and chairs provided. We just had to bring the fun. I"d return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G., Rolling Meadows, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for!
We wanted a house on the beach where we could bring our dog. We hoped for privacy, access to the water, a great view for sunsets, and a home base where we would enjoy having coffee in the morning and cooking dinner at night. We got all of this! Along with an easy drive to South Haven, a fire pit in the yard, and multiple spots to relax and enjoy the scenery. Highly recommend! *Note that the house water has a strong sulphur smell—nothing wrong with it, just strong if you are sensitive to smells, so it surprised us. We did love our stay here! Thank you for sharing this slice of beautiful beach and lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Michigan Get-Away
View of Lake Michigan, and layout of property is spectacular. Easy check-in and check-out. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Our second time staying at Jacobia. Very clean and plenty of supplies. Love that it is dog friendly and we had plenty firewood which we appreciate very much. It’s easy getting down to beach, has low bluff. There are excellent places to sit with great views. Few negatives were host/property manager I contacted about how much firewood told me I would have to pay $8 a bundle, but there was plenty not bundled. Also asked if coffee maker was a kuerig or drip, and was told kuerig, but it was a drip. Not the end of the world but bought k-cups to bring on trip. Host should know details of the property before answering incorrectly. Also the couch is extremely old and broken down.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
The beach and view was outstanding. The photos and books about the family were entertaining reads.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Beautiful house with great views. House exactly as described. Lots of outdoor space and only a short walk to the beach. This house had everything we needed for a relaxing long weekend. Hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!!!
Our stay at Jacobia was awesome! Terrible weather, but take what you get. The views are outstanding, very clean house. Lovely and numerous areas to sit outside. Steps to beach very duable. Steps inside were a bit much since main living area is up. If you are older/senior age you might want to take that into account. We also have older dog and he would not climb the stairs. My only true complaint is coffee maker was not working very well and cheap. We found a Keurig and it was basically broken. So that was a disappointment. Overall still give 5 stars and would come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a girls getaway!!
Everything was great. The outdoor living spaces were exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Beautiful house and beautiful beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house
The views are breathtaking. We can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay!
We loved this rental steps away from Lake Michigan. Clean accommodations and had everything provided for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed the Jacobia Blend Kayak coffee that was provided and our dog Mayday enjoyed his care package as well! Ideally located between South Haven and St. Joe/Benton Harbor so it's easy to enjoy all the area has to offer - or stay at Jacobia and watch the incredible sunsets or enjoy long walks on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mody E., Lagro Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Great weekend. Beach to ourselves. Wonderful location. Quiet and peaceful area. House has plenty of room with a nice big table. Clean and neat. Very comfy. Will come back. Enjoyed sitting areas along the beach steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Very nice place to stay! Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the beach
Everything was perfect. Including the weather and the temperature of tge water. We'll be back for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakefront Getaway
The lake house was beautiful itself and had amazing views of the lake from all the porches and even the couch inside. Having our own private beach was surreal and so peaceful, we enjoyed using the grill, going swimming in the lake, beach walks, and having bonfires at night. So romantic and the history of the house and family was very neat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend at Jacobia Lakeside resort
There is not a negative thing I could say, from the cleanliness, location, knowledge of the history of the property. My family and I will definitely be back and I would refer this property to all looking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

christina k.

Great location BUT
I will start off by saying I was grateful to find this property. I was looking last minute for a place for a small trip for my kiddos and I. I have loved all my trips through Vrbo & even used them when they were homeaway. This trip was different. Typically I’ve gone through owners individually with the exception of a couple of stays in condos. This property is owned by vacasa. I had a difficult time contacting them. Long story short- I booked the property. I never received check in instructions. I called and was on hold for almost an hour before I got ahold of someone & they made be aware that they needed to do identity verification. This was fine. It was a slight inconvenience having to stay on hold so long just to get this info as I am a nurse & was working long hours before my trip. Fast forward to getting to the place. This property itself is so cute & the beach is nearly out your back door. I couldn’t haven’t asked for a better location. The sheets on one of the bunk beds did have some dog hairs & crumbs. I felt the standard of cleanliness for the sheets could have been better. The most annoying part was the Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi never worked the whole time we were there. The screen kept saying they needed to activate the internet through Xfinity with their info which we would not have of course. All of my devices stated this. Now remember, trying to get ahold of vacasa whether it’s on the phone or message is a bit difficult. I called & the woman I spoke with said she would let someone be aware. I also messaged on the Vrbo app- &that is absolutely a waste of time. I finally received a message a long time later asking about having maintenance out. To which I never received another reply. I messaged asking someone to call and never did receive another call or message. We were not here for the Wi-Fi but with two young kids & the signal being not so great by the lake- it was fairly important. It was a pretty big inconvenience. On top of that the lack of communication from vacasa makes this a- you’ll figure it out- type of situation. We did. & as I said the location is absolutely amazing. The beach was beautiful & secluded. I liked the multi level deck. The upstairs is super cute & the view made it worth it. All in all- the property is great. Especially it appears if you have or need accommodation for pets. However, dealing with a bigger company like vacasa does create a bit of a barrier when problems arise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake house
The house exceeded all our expectations - clean, minimal and tasteful decor, well stocked. And the location is wonderful. Even though it was cold, it was sunny and we walked the beach and nearby trails the first day. Unfortunately the wind picked up that night to mach speed and the temp dropped to almost zero. The house was warm and tight, but no way could we get outside. We actually ended up going home a bit early because of that - but loved the house so much we rebooked for a week in August. Can't wait to enjoy it in nice weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Darla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEWARE
We were mislead when asking specifically if there were steps or a walkway to beach. We were told there were NO STEPS, only the walkway shown in photos. This was important. In fact there were FORTY SIX WOODEN STAIR STEPS after the walkway to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect combination of trees and beach
The location was perfect. We had a secluded, amazing view of the lake from this house. The beach was great, just several steps away. We cooked in the comfortable, well-equipped kitchen and enjoyed breakfast on the beautiful terrace. We had a wonderful time at this property. The only thing that caused any problem was the presence of ticks. You need to bring serious protection if you want to go to the beach. If you do that, you will have a great stay. I recommend this property for the cleanliness, beautiful decoration and well-supplied areas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Getaway
This was our first trip since December 2019. We had a terrific experience. The property was clean and lovely, amenities were great, and it gave us a much needed break from the past year. We would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Retreat
We loved every minute of our stay at Jacobia Lakefront Retreat! The views and beachfront were amazing and the house was just beautiful. We had everything we needed to escape the outside world. We will definitely be back - Thank you so much! <3
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pawel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Recharge Batteries
All have been as advertised. Highly recommended! Sunsets are amazing and the place is private and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021